Bendino Cafe

‘Bendino’ means blessing in Spanish. How appropriate, then, that this cutesy eatery is making mealtimes ultra-special with traditional Spanish, Italian and local Indonesian delicacies.

A gorgeous little hideaway in Jimbaran, Bendino finds its home nestled amongst some of the most famous hotels in the area. It boasts a warm intimacy, that serves as a welcome antidote to the outside hustle as leafy greens, a clean colour scheme and a cutesy patio all whisk diners away to serene summer days in the Med.

First up is Italian and they have mastered this most comforting of cuisines. The pasta corner pulls out all the stops with saucy spaghetti offerings, tomato-y penne and a range of meaty and veggie add-ons. And that’s before we get to the Asian-inspired bowls which upgrade the humble spaghetti with balado sauce, sambal match and fresh seafood.

Now, for something closer to home you couldn’t do better than a classic Nasi Goreng, fried fish cakes or the magnificent crispy pork belly platter. If you're a fan of a good steak, their premium Australian cuts will excite the tastebuds with innovative sauces and sides. How’s that for a bendino?