Ayu Gita B.
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PROs: The Ina Ré restaurant offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere with a stylish ambiance, though it leans towards being quite dimly lit. Huge parking spaces. The Ina Ré Seafood Paella was well-prepared, but I found the bottom lacking that desired crispiness [no soccarat]. It features generously sized snapper and prawn toppings, but it seems odd to pair them with only small cheap clams. Since it cost much more pricey compared to other Mediterranean restaurants in the neighborhood, I asked whether they use saffron or not, the waitress had no idea. The braised pork belly cracklings were satisfactory, yet the portion size felt a bit stingy for the price of 250K. On a positive note, the shiitake and porcini croquettes were simple yet delicious, making them a good value and the true hero on the table that night. Desserts at Cafe Kitsune are pretty lit but on the pricier side, you can find more budget-friendly options at places like 7A 7PM, Baked, or Braud. They have ceiling fans in their café, which means that if you buy gelato or ice cream, it will melt in seconds.
CONs: However, our experience was marred by a few issues. Despite being two diners ordering three courses, we were seated at a tiny table that made us anxious about spilling our food and glasses. There was no effort from the staff to offer us a larger table, even though the restaurant was empty at that time (around 18 PMish). Additionally, we were given only 1.5 hours to finish our meal, prompting us to leave early—around 7pm—rather than risk being rushed. The prices felt more aligned with resort dining in Nusa Dua or Seminyak, which makes it more appealing to choose resorts that offer similar pricing without the constraints of table size and time limits. Also, it’s worth noting that shoes are required, which could be a hassle especially for foreigners. The waiter and waitress came by our table a bit way too often, which made it hard for us to enjoy our conversation and meal. Also, just a heads up, the mineral water here isn't complimentary.
