Top 10 Interesting Facts about Kuta Night Market

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Top 10 Interesting Facts about Kuta Night Market

A buzzing enclave of food stalls that extend some rare fragrance of delicious food, other grilled food items, shops, and busy roads with tourists and tourism workers is Kuta Night Market which opens its eyes nearly in the evening every day and goes on until early morning.

The cheapest food in Bali would be available at the street food shops here but offers the best taste ever. Most of the tourists find the food awesome here and you can stroll around to find some authentic traditional restaurants as well.

The market is comparatively small with limited stalls selling clothes and other items. For those who love to take a leisurely night amidst people but without much traffic and buzz, the Kuta night market will be a good option.

1. Asian and Indonesian food items are served at many of the restaurants at Kuta Night Market

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Asian and Indonesian food items are served at many of the restaurants here and they are awesomely tasty. If you love to try some delicious and traditional food styles, then choose any restaurants from the market and have a relaxed dining experience.
The restaurants open at 06:00 pm usually and go on until midnight. The meal prices will be available at a price range starting at 15000 to 25000 Rp. You can find them at Jl Blambangan, Kuta, Indonesia.

2. This Market is the ideal way to escape the excessive commercialism of the surrounding Kuta area

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The Kuta Night Market is the ideal way to escape the excessive commercialism of the surrounding Kuta area with its constant partying and reckless abandon.

The Kuta Night Market is slower and more laidback, and the market adopts a more leisurely pace of life as compared to the rest of the neighborhood.

3. The night market has great Indonesian food at incredibly affordable prices

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Great Indonesian food at incredibly affordable prices makes the night market a favorite amongst clubbers looking for a cheap bite to eat before dancing for long hours in crowded nightclubs.

Kuta, as beautiful as its beaches and as grand as its shopping centers, its crowd can be overwhelming. Step away from this usual hustle of tourism in Kuta.

Not far from the beach, there is a hidden enclave where several stalls offer a non-touristy culinary experience. This enclave is called Kuta Night Market.

4. This market sits in Blambangan Street, Kuta, Bali.

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The small market sits in Blambangan Street, Kuta, Bali. It is where locals go daily, especially in the evening, for food and drinks after work. Kuta Market initially targets nearby local workers.

It has existed since the 80s. Many locals would associate this small market with a sweet childhood memory.

5. Kuta Night Market is more like a food court and not a market in a traditional sense

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Kuta Night Market is not a market in a traditional sense. It’s more like a food court.

There are only 5-6 food stalls. The market is overlooked by tourists mostly because of its lack of hygiene.

Which is quite not up to western standards. However, smart tourists will find good value-for-money food here. Just prepare a strong stomach beforehand.

6. Food options for everyday meals are plenty at Kuta Night Market

Different kinds of food are on display in a food court. Photo by Markus Winkler on Unsplash

Options are plenty for everyday meals. Savor classic options such as fried rice, chicken noodles, and fried noodles.

Chinese food is also on the menu. People favorite the flat noodle dish kwetiau or the stew cap cay.  As for other vegetable dishes, order asparagus soup or stir-fried water spinach “kangkung”.

The highlight is the goat and chicken satay from one of the stalls. When ordering for satay, also request a bowl of Gulai as the companion dish.

Gulai is an Indonesian meat soup with a thick and flavorful sauce. It’s curry-like, only heavier and richer with spice.

The taste, in short, is heavenly. Some would argue that Gulai is one of the most delicious Indonesian dishes. Competing closely with rendang.

7. Kuta Night Market has an unusual menu like the frog legs

A Green Frog. Photo by Austin Santaniello on Unsplash

Kuta Night Market has an unusual menu like the frog legs. Head to Warung Strawberry to try this delicacy. The dish contains fried frog legs smothered in chili sauce.

On top, the sliced chili adds extra spiciness. The meat is tasty, although the whole idea of eating a reptile may sound peculiar to some.

Keep an open mind, that’s the only way to get past the weirdness when sampling the dish.

8. Warung Strawberry itself is quite legendary in the Kuta Night market

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The safer option from frog meat would be the prawns, also dipped into the same chili sauce. Seafood is also a Warung Strawberry specialty.

Pick from any fish, prawns, calamari, and other sea products customers like.
The owner will happily cook it on the spot into a hearty and tasty meal.

Warung Strawberry itself is quite legendary in the Kuta Night market.
Its owner, the couple Mr. Made and Mrs. Ketut, has been in business for 30+ years.

Enjoy their hospitality, besides good food, this place is also known for its friendly service.

9. There are various dessert choices and this includes fresh fruits

Fresh fruits on display for sale in a market stall. Photo by Alexander Schimmeck on Unsplash

For drink and dessert, order a cup of fruit milkshake from the fruit stand. There are various fresh fruits to choose from. Try the exotic dragon fruit juice.

Its refreshing taste complements well with heavy meals, especially the curry. Other options for dessert include fresh fruit salad and shaved ice Es Campur.

10. The famous Kuta sunset is a must-see, before heading off Kuta Night market

View of the sunset. Photo by David Mullins on Unsplash

Before heading off to the Kuta Night market, spare several minutes to enjoy the famous Kuta sunset. Join among the anticipating onlookers on the beach.

When the sun goes into hiding, the sky displays a breathtaking cascade of colors. From golden to dramatic red, prepare to be amazed.