Where to Eat in Lagoi: The Best Restaurants and Bars

November 10, 2017 Rosalyn Ihle

Discover the best restaurant in Lagoi, Indonesia including Baan Aarya, The Kelong Seafood Restaurant, Dino Bistro, The Poolside, Spice Restaurant, Saffron, Lotus Cafe, XANA Beach Club, Haskell’s Cafe, Nelayan
Things to do in Lagoi

1. Baan Aarya

No 1 Indra Maya, Bintan Island on Nirwana Resort property | Nirwana Gardens, Bintan Regency, Riau Islands Province 29152, Indonesia Delivery, Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Reservations, Accepts Credit Cards Asian, Thai Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner HK$63 - HK$392 +62 770 692789
Excellent
41%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
3%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 59 reviews

Baan Aarya

Founded in 1998, Baan Aarya is a gem of a restaurant on Bintan Island.

Reviewed By vn_nilesh - Singapore, Singapore

This was our 2nd trip to Bintan for a family vacation. We had visited Baan Arya restaurant on previous occasion. The restaurant is famous for serving Thai food from local produce. Last time we had tried Tom Yum soup. It was very spicy. On this occasion we were expecting something similar. But it turned out to be much milder version. All the vegetables cooked in the soup were cut into very very large portions. It would have been nice to cut them into smaller pieces.
For appetizers we tried the veg spring rolls. The veggies were stuffed inside a very thin wrap and it was cold. The sauce was adding a nice flavor to these unique spring rolls.
Main course was veg fried rice. The staff was proactive enough to confirm if egg was ok or not. This was the best dish we had for our dinner. Everything was nicely cooked and tasted very nice with the right mix of spices & veggies. For the desserts we tried fried banana with ice cream. The combination of cold ice cream & hot fried bananas was nice.
The outdoor Seating is very close to the sea shore and the evening breeze is quite enjoyable. You need to be prepared for mosquitoes. We had the mosquito repellant to our rescue. The place is well decorated and staff is very helpful. Prices might be slightly overpriced but then you are on vacation and you know that everything will be costly.
Both our visits have been very good to Baan Aarya and we will definitely visit in future if we visit Bintan again. Recommended if you like Thai food and want to have a quite meal by the sea side.

2. The Kelong Seafood Restaurant

Nirwana Gardens, Jalan Panglima Pantar, Lagoi 29155, Bintan Resorts | Nirwana Gardens, Bintan Regency, Riau Islands Province, Indonesia Takeout, Free Wifi, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Credit Cards Chinese, Seafood, Asian Lunch, Dinner +62 770 692505
Excellent
25%
Good
45%
Satisfactory
19%
Poor
6%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 459 reviews

The Kelong Seafood Restaurant

Built on stilts just above the sea, a unique blend of Chinese and Indonesian culinary style. The only place to go in Bintan which has the richest and freshest seafood while offering panoramic view of South China Sea. Open daily for lunch and dinner from 11:00 AM - 10:30 PM.

Reviewed By A TripAdvisor Member

Friend recommend us and we ordered steam mantis shrimp, garlic chicken (nice but too many bone pieces) and Assam sotong (black and sour sotong). We read another review that recommend gonggong n tried but was a disappointment as some of them r still cold. It does have a indo Performances and transport to it are done by the kelong. So going and return to resort was easy. During trip out to kelong one can still enjoy the mangrove view.

3. Dino Bistro

Jalan Panglima Pantar | Nirwana Resort Hotel, Lagoi, Bintan Regency, Riau Islands Province 29155, Indonesia Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Serves Alcohol, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards Indonesian, Italian, International, European, Fusion Dinner, Lunch +62 632 36636
Excellent
19%
Good
45%
Satisfactory
24%
Poor
9%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 125 reviews

Dino Bistro

With dishes ranging from mushroom-cappuccino soup to beef fajitas, this restaurant serves Western dishes influenced by Asian tastes. Guests can also enjoy live Performances by the in-house band. Open daily for lunch and dinner from 09:00 AM - 10:30 PM.

Reviewed By Flyhead - Taipei

Went for family dinner to Dino’s.
The staff were friendly, however kind of lacking in service ability.
E.g. I’ve asked for a table for four of us;
Then my daughter was asking me something, and I’ve answered her, meanwhile the waiter went to our table and waved at us to come over...
The food was soso.... Spaghetti were ok, steak was dry when ordered medium, salmon was ok and the pizza too.
However everything was served Wehen finished by the kitchen, but definitively not together. More like one after each... as I was done with the salmon and my wade was still waiting for the steak ...
And I waited about 10min before I’ve started to eat.
Based on the pricing, i can’t recommend that place much.
However, in this resort you don’t have much choices...
Best so far in the Nirwana resort ist the pool-restaurant...

4. The Poolside

Jalan Panglima Pantar | Bintan Resorts, Lagoi, Bintan Regency, Riau Islands Province 29155, Indonesia Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards Indonesian, American, International, Asian, Barbecue, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner +62 632 36636
Excellent
16%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
32%
Poor
10%
Terrible
8%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 75 reviews

The Poolside

Light meals hawkers style, home-made ice cream and juice bar counter. BBQ buffet over the weekends with traditional dance and live music performance during dinner time. On weekdays, Western and Asian dishes are available. Open daily for lunch and dinner from 11:00 AM - 10:30 PM.

Reviewed By Francesca T - Singapore, Singapore

We really enjoyed the food here at the seafood BBQ dinner and at lunch. Service fast and impeccable. Friendly staff and the food were tasty and we appreciated everything. The fish and seafood were well cooked and the bread too was good. Seafood pizza not bad :) in general I liked the restaurant, the location and the music in the evening. Of course it's a bit expensive but once in a while it's ok!

5. Spice Restaurant

Mayang Sari Beach Resort, Jalan Panglima Pantar, Lagoi, Bintan Regency, Riau Islands Province, Indonesia Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Delivery, Takeout Indian, Asian, Indonesian, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast
Excellent
32%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
8%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 91 reviews

Spice Restaurant

Reviewed By SingaporeExpaddy - dublin

the food is nice quality Indian and Indonesian, compared to some other restaurants nearby it is not too expensive but dare I say it still a bit overpriced.

6. Saffron

Banyan Tree Hotel, Jalan Teluk Berembang | Laguna Bintan Resort, Lagoi, Bintan Regency, Riau Islands Province 29155, Indonesia Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol Asian, Thai, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options Dinner
Excellent
55%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
19%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 61 reviews

Saffron

Reviewed By Deepa M - Singapore

Delicious food and wonderful service!
They make you feel very special from your entry into their restaurant until you exit.
We had a great time sitting by the window and looking on to the sea while enjoying Thai delicacies. Interior is also done tastefully.
However, prices are a bit towards higher side. And you need to book the place before you show up. Also pack some smart casuals to wear for the dinner at Saffron. And then you are all set for a wonderful evening!

7. Lotus Cafe

Jl. Teluk Berembang | Laguna Bintan Resort, Lagoi, Bintan Regency, Riau Islands Province, Indonesia Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff Asian, Indonesian, Cafe, Thai, Vegetarian Friendly Breakfast, Dinner, Brunch, Lunch
Excellent
32%
Good
44%
Satisfactory
20%
Poor
4%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 25 reviews

Lotus Cafe

Reviewed By Mikeyflee - Singapore

Overall I would rate this restaurant 4 stars. Somehow the food was fine. Not overprice. Service ok. Must try the mee goreng and Nasi goreng. Food price in Bintan was Singapore Hotel pricing. It is fine if you are on vacation.
The verandah lounge was nice and there is a band playing every Wednesday night. Good place for coffee, cake and relaxation
Thanks

8. XANA Beach Club

Jl. Teluk Berembang, Laguna Bintan | Angsana Bintan, Lagoi, Bintan Regency, Riau Islands Province 29155, Indonesia (Formerly Pantai Grill & Beach Club) Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol International, Grill, American, Seafood, Barbecue, European, Asian Dinner, Lunch +62 770 693111
Excellent
25%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
23%
Poor
15%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 39 reviews

XANA Beach Club

Reviewed By Rick_Yvanovich - Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Decided to eat here one evening as we really wanted steak and that was what this place is supposed to be good at.
Problem started with the service. Waiter was a bit challenged in understanding our order or rather we were challenged whether the waiter understood our order!
End result, either clearly no, or the menu here really is daft.
One medium rare steak came out literally raw, the other a medium to well done.
One was ordered with a herb butter and the other with BBQ sauce on the side.
They both came as smothered in BBQ sauce and both with pepper sauce on the side.
When I queried this Iw as told "all our steaks are covered in BBQ sauce"
The steaks are not large at 250gm but when more than half of that is fat / gristle you can get only 1-2 mouthfuls at best.
Both were basically returned uneaten.
The bread was very good though!
I visited 2 years ago and the service was bad, but its now become worse. ITs really strange as other outlets in the hotel have excellent service and one would have through they'd put the best staff at the most expensive restaurant.
Its a real shame as if it could only be done correctly its a great location right on the beach for a fantastic steak.

9. Haskell’s Cafe

Jl. Indera Segara Site A12 | Bintan Lagoon Resort, Lagoi, Bintan Regency, Riau Islands Province 29155, Indonesia (Formerly Fairway Cafe) +62 770 691388
Excellent
28%
Good
44%
Satisfactory
28%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 7 reviews

Haskell’s Cafe

Reviewed By MaxManila - Manila, Philippines

Located at the golf course in Bintan Lagoon Resort, Haskell's offers good dining choices for resort guests and golfers alike.
They got much variety in the menu. Since it is my first time in Indonesia, I opted for local food - nasi goreng campur. It had seafood fried rice, chili sambal, chicken slice, shallots and garlic, plus fried chicken and fried egg on top of the rice. On the side, it had 2 sticks of beef satay and pickled vegetables.
Good filling meal. Just don't pair it with the strawberry soda. Big mistake. Just stick with the usual local drinks.
Service can be improved. One or two waiters serving close to 20 people is definitely a misunderstanding of customer expectation.
Not bad overall though.

10. Nelayan

Jl. Indera Segara Site A12 | Bintan Lagoon Resort, Lagoi, Bintan Regency, Riau Islands Province 29155, Indonesia (Formerly Rice Beachfront Bar & Dining) Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible Bar, Seafood, Asian, Pub Lunch, Dinner +62 770 691388
Excellent
36%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
21%
Poor
0%
Terrible
17%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 23 reviews

Nelayan

Reviewed By enjelita j - Jakarta

The food are ok. A bit pricy but ok lah. View are very nice. Right In front of the nice private beach...sea water very clear....nice restoDear enjelita j, Thank you for your review, we appreciate you took the time to post it. Nelayan as our signature restaurant has beautiful views to the South China Sea and a great menu to enjoy! We hope to see you again soon! Best regards

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