Refined Asian–Indonesian Dining in Sidemen, Bali
An Invitation to Share, Taste, and Unwind
Perched on the serene Riverside Wellness side of Samanvaya, Sahaja is a striking Javanese joglo that offers a refined dining experience unlike any other. Overlooking the tranquil valley and river, this new venue invites guests to slow down, connect, and savour bold Asian–Indonesian flavours in a setting of raw natural beauty.
An Elevated Culinary Journey
Sahaja celebrates the art of sharing. Vibrant small plates, refined mains, and bold fusion creations are inspired by Indonesia, Thailand, and beyond. Each dish is thoughtfully crafted to awaken the senses, combining local ingredients with sophisticated techniques for a menu that is both inventive and deeply satisfying.
Complement your meal with expertly crafted cocktails, fine wines, and a curated selection of beverages. Daily cocktail happy hour (2-for-1) is available from 5–6 pm, making it the perfect time to unwind with a drink while enjoying sweeping riverside views. Whether for a leisurely lunch, sunset drinks, or a refined dinner, Sahaja transforms every meal into a memorable journey.
Guest Information
Open to resort guests and day visitors, Sahaja welcomes children under 12 until 7 pm; after this time, dining is reserved for adults. Dogs are not permitted.
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Jennifer Chung
01:24 08 Mar 26
Sahaja by Samanvaya is such a special dining experience — perfectly blending bold Asian‑Indonesian flavors with a relaxed yet refined atmosphere. The setting itself is beautiful and really adds to the meal, making it feel like more than just dinner. 
The food was delicious and beautifully presented — we tried several small plates and shared mains, and every dish was full of flavor. The fusion of Indonesian, Thai, and other Asian inspirations made the menu exciting and unique, and the quality of the ingredients really stood out. 
Service was attentive and friendly, adding to the overall enjoyment of the meal. The vibe here is perfect for a leisurely lunch or a refined dinner — somewhere you can relax, share food with friends, and enjoy the moment. 
We also loved some of their creative cocktails and drinks, which paired nicely with the food. If you’re looking for a memorable, flavorful dining spot with a lovely atmosphere, this place is definitely worth a visit. 
Highly recommend checking it out when you’re in the area!
The food was delicious and beautifully presented — we tried several small plates and shared mains, and every dish was full of flavor. The fusion of Indonesian, Thai, and other Asian inspirations made the menu exciting and unique, and the quality of the ingredients really stood out. 
Service was attentive and friendly, adding to the overall enjoyment of the meal. The vibe here is perfect for a leisurely lunch or a refined dinner — somewhere you can relax, share food with friends, and enjoy the moment. 
We also loved some of their creative cocktails and drinks, which paired nicely with the food. If you’re looking for a memorable, flavorful dining spot with a lovely atmosphere, this place is definitely worth a visit. 
Highly recommend checking it out when you’re in the area!
Martin Bender
10:59 06 Mar 26
Really nice people and the beef was amazing!
Veronica and Sofia Wolters
08:08 06 Mar 26
A restaurant with a beautiful and clean interior. Offering beautiful views of Sidemen. Excellent and friendly service.
Nyree v
02:30 06 Mar 26
Amazing ! We had the best dinner, breakfast and dessert here! They had live music, food was delicious as was presentation and service .
Jeremy Heng
14:15 03 Jan 26
Thoroughly enjoyed the meal at Sahaja and being taken care of by the impeccable service from Dhan and team. Came by after our massage at Ananda under the same group. Every dish was delightful! Glad to have celebrated our birthday here.
Garry H
12:59 16 Oct 25
Great dinner venue. Beautiful food, perfectly cooked and presented.
The menu is Asian influenced and offers a great range of choices for starters, sharing, mains and desserts.
Service is good and very friendly.
Atmosphere in the main upper level restaurant is nice, however being seated in ‘The Bunker’ takes the edge off the atmosphere a bit. The room is nicely decorated and air conditioned but is a bit sterile and La La the vibe of upstairs.
Highly recommend the food and would come back again if I can get a table upstairs.
The menu is Asian influenced and offers a great range of choices for starters, sharing, mains and desserts.
Service is good and very friendly.
Atmosphere in the main upper level restaurant is nice, however being seated in ‘The Bunker’ takes the edge off the atmosphere a bit. The room is nicely decorated and air conditioned but is a bit sterile and La La the vibe of upstairs.
Highly recommend the food and would come back again if I can get a table upstairs.
Mel “MeliBali”
04:43 13 Oct 25
Went for dinner here and luckily got a spot outside on the terrace with a wonderful view of the rice terraces across the river. Wow, what an amazing place to have dinner, atomsphere (there was lovely live music), seating options allow for relaxed sofa lounging, romantic dining, and bigger tables inside as well, the decor is lovely and perfect for a relaxing delicious dinner. We started with a few cocktails and the choices were inventive and so tasty, presented very well too. I had the green curry and naan bread for my main which was so lovely and fresh tasting, we also sampled the barrimundi fish dish and that sauce is amazing, once again fresh and flavorful. So I highly recommend popping in for at least one night of your stay in Sidemen, also I liked it so much I came back for breakfast the next day! Had sourdough toast and homemade jam, then the overnight oats – they were so good! Breakfast is 200k++ with a choice of things from the menu, see photo’s for breakfast menu items available.
Sorry didn’t get photo’s at dinner – I was too busy eating! Note I got a 1/2 size dish of oats for breakfast so size is not representative of what you normally get.
Sorry didn’t get photo’s at dinner – I was too busy eating! Note I got a 1/2 size dish of oats for breakfast so size is not representative of what you normally get.
Sophie Baudin
12:38 05 Oct 25
Very nice place, relaxing atmosphere. Excellent food. Very pleasant service.
Everything was perfect.
Everything was perfect.
Sterre p
11:48 05 Oct 25
Great experience. Food was amazing, very tasty free appetizer. Great service, balinese hospitality at its greatest.
Joseph Ash Sakula
06:51 05 Oct 25
Cayhani was very kind. Drinks were top notch and the service was great too.
BigWhite
05:32 05 Oct 25
This truly is a place that combines both scenery and food of the highest quality in my opinion. The service team is also exceptional. Not only are they friendly, but the entire process, from welcoming you in to seating, taking your order, and serving your food, is truly international.
The bartending is top-notch, and they also offer non-alcoholic drinks, making them incredibly delicious.
Don’t underestimate their green and red sambal sauces; both have distinct flavors and are both spicy and pungent.
Unlike other restaurants that tend to favor sweeter sauces for international tourists, this place has a rich, nuanced spiciness and a nice aftertaste.
I ordered a vegetarian tofu green curry and specifically requested regular tofu instead of fried. The waiter was incredibly helpful, and the kitchen was also very cooperative, which was very touching. They don’t use too much coconut milk, and the sauce isn’t overly sweet, but rather has a light and fragrant flavor.
My favorite is their green papaya stewed with pork soup, which they serve you a bowl of before your meal. The green papaya is tender and tender, with a hint of sweetness from the pork broth. It leaves my taste buds piqued and a sense of satisfaction.
The pork dumplings were also amazing!
I felt the local pork was of very high quality and clean. The dumplings are distinguished by their minimal fat, yet not dry at all, remaining plump and round. The wrappers are also fantastic; despite being thin, they’re not soggy at all, but rather have a nice texture.
Even the seemingly simple edamame was cooked perfectly, and I loved the fresh seasoning on them!
I’ll definitely be back!
The bartending is top-notch, and they also offer non-alcoholic drinks, making them incredibly delicious.
Don’t underestimate their green and red sambal sauces; both have distinct flavors and are both spicy and pungent.
Unlike other restaurants that tend to favor sweeter sauces for international tourists, this place has a rich, nuanced spiciness and a nice aftertaste.
I ordered a vegetarian tofu green curry and specifically requested regular tofu instead of fried. The waiter was incredibly helpful, and the kitchen was also very cooperative, which was very touching. They don’t use too much coconut milk, and the sauce isn’t overly sweet, but rather has a light and fragrant flavor.
My favorite is their green papaya stewed with pork soup, which they serve you a bowl of before your meal. The green papaya is tender and tender, with a hint of sweetness from the pork broth. It leaves my taste buds piqued and a sense of satisfaction.
The pork dumplings were also amazing!
I felt the local pork was of very high quality and clean. The dumplings are distinguished by their minimal fat, yet not dry at all, remaining plump and round. The wrappers are also fantastic; despite being thin, they’re not soggy at all, but rather have a nice texture.
Even the seemingly simple edamame was cooked perfectly, and I loved the fresh seasoning on them!
I’ll definitely be back!
Tali Grossman
12:46 04 Oct 25
The service, the food and the atmosphere just perfect!!!
Tanya Sheikh
13:39 03 Oct 25
Exquisite! The venue, the food, the staff. 5 stars all around.
ROGER GLASSBROOK
04:39 03 Oct 25
Lovely time here. Ambiance is amazing. Thank you Arti for your happy help
Lauriane Despaux
13:39 02 Oct 25
Great experience, top service and exceptional cuisine, thank you for your welcome!!
Hayden Hagel
05:50 10 Sep 25
My fiancé went here for sunset drinks and dinner, we came early and watched 2 traditional dancers which were amazing to see. The drinks all tasted amazing and would reorder any drink on the menu again! We got a 3 course menu and enjoyed every bite. The service was excellent, the scenery around us was the best in the area! You must go here or stay at their villas!! It’s a must if you’re in sidemen area!!
