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Barbacoa

Jalan Petitenget No.14, Kerobokan

Tel: +62 812 3999 9825/ +62 361 739233

http://www.barbacoa-bali.com

Dessert tasting plate

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artly hidden behind lush foliage and a row of palm trees, Barbacoa is

housed in a large rustic warehouse and serves equally

rustic Latin American dishes to match the ambient decor.

Floor-to-ceiling windows flood the interior with light while its

lofty height allows the cooling breeze to sweep the room. Dark

wooden panelling, leather seats, brass and rusted ironwork,

and decorative cement tiles complete the stylish setting. Its no

wonder Barbacoa remains a timeless looking dining destination

five years since its opening.

With an indoor, outdoor and a cosy terrace on the second

floor, Barbacoa offers flexible seating arrangements to

accommodate different occasions. Enjoy a romantic dinner for

two, or cater a private event on the terrace with a lush rice field

view to boot. The terrace has undergone a recent revamp and

is now equipped with a private bar and kitchen, making it an

ideal venue for cocktail receptions or a sit- down dinner.

Barbacoa’s menu is designed for sharing. To begin, graze

on tapas like the Fish Taco with its freshly made tortilla or crispy

Jalapeno Chilli Croquetas at the breezy terrace. The action takes

place at the open fire asado grill. Chopped coffee woods are

carefully stacked in one corner to fuel the pit as chefs slowly roast an entire

pig. The process results in one of Barbacoa’s favourite dishes, the 8 Hours

Wood Fired Asado Pork. Think crunchy pork skin and tender meat served

with a tasty chimichurri sauce. Ask for the house made Chapa Bread and

dip it into the herbaceous sauce for an extra oomph.

A bottle of red wine will make for a

handsome pairing with the tender Lamb Cutlet.

Another signature is the Whole Grilled Spring

Chicken in peppery Mexican rub, parsley and

lemon. Complement the meaty dishes with

delicious slides like Wood Fired Burnt Carrots,

Green Beans and Fried Cauliflower. As you

savour them, cleanse your palate with Equil

Sparkling Natural Mineral Water or Equil Natural

Mineral Water before moving on to the sweets.

The aptly named Dessert Tasting Plate consists

of 3 Hours Flan, White Chocolate Sandwich and

a fiery Chocolate Chilli Truffle. It is the perfect

ending to an exceptional dining experience that

is Barbacoa.

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