Bora Asmara - 难得优闲

This was my first time to this restaurant which I’ve been searching few weeks ready, finally this Balinese touch restaurant which makes me feel warm and relax beside the weather :P An relax and dine at this charming Balinese-themed restaurant nestled in sleepy Kg Sg Penchala.

Driving along the busy Penchala Link, one would never imagine that a charming Balinese-themed restaurant , is nestled in quiet Kampung Sg Penchala, just a stone’s throw away from Taman Tun Dr Ismail. The unusual location proves to be a success as customers love the peaceful natural surroundings and ample parking of this cosy outlet.

As you step through the wooden doors of Bora Asmara, you will be greeted by the sound of the gong, the Balinese way of saying welcome. Your ears will be treated to soothing sounds of the traditional Sundanese Gamelan sounds that can be heard in the background. The setting is just lovely with beautiful water features, rustic wooden tables and chairs, lit stone lamps, and Balinese decor tastefully placed around the outlet. Customers may choose to dine by the ponds at the elevated main lobby, al fresco on the open terrace, inside the formal air-conditioned Bale Gede dining room or coffee lounge. private huts with Balinese-thatched roofing that fits six to eight people. You’ll have to make a reservation as these lepak place are very popular with the customers.


Bora Asmara has a wide selection of food ranging from Indonesian and local food to pastas. Try the Thai Seafood Otak-Otak which is creatively served in a swan made out of foil. There’s a generous serving of seafood cooked in aromatic spices. Another must-try is the Bali Dancing Fish. The flesh on both sides of the kerapu is sliced off the bone and deep-fried, making the fish appear as though it is swimming with wings. It goes well with the chilli padi soy sauce dip provided. Top marks too for the presentation skills.

For those who fancy Thailand’s celebrated dish, Bora Asmara offers tom yam with coconut milk. Expect to find huge prawns in the Seafood Tom Yam. The Mango Kerabu was equally tasty, served with crisp pieces of fresh fish.

There is also a fair variety of western and pasta dishes like the usual Fish N’ Chips, steaks and lamb. Grilled Caribbean Chicken is their signature western dish. I found the Fettucine Carbonara cooked light with just the right amount of cream.

Next round I should try pick ala- carte foods when Kiev back to reward him :P haha
thanks Kiev.

p/s : Jenna : dear the link u giving me for the direction more
complicated then way we found keke anyway thks for
introduce me such of nice place :)
Hayden : bro tq for the nice place for lapak & dinner :)
Kiev : Thank for your effort to searching this relaxing
place.