Gili Trawangan main strip (east side beach)
★ 4.4(2,750 reviews)
Scallywags Resort Restaurant on Gili Trawangan's main strip is a popular beachfront establishment serving Western dishes, Indonesian classics, and fresh seafood. Prime sunset location, mid-tier pricing (80-200k IDR per main), and reliable quality. Best for sunset dinners with sea views.
# Scallywags Resort Restaurant: Gili T Sunset Dining
Scallywags Resort Restaurant is one of Gili Trawangan's most popular beachfront dining establishments, located on the main strip's east side with prime sunset views toward Lombok mainland. Connected to Scallywags Resort accommodations, the restaurant serves a wide menu of Western dishes, Indonesian classics, fresh seafood, and cocktails throughout the day.
The restaurant operates as both casual all-day dining and atmospheric sunset destination:
All-day menu:
Drinks:
Atmosphere:
Mid-tier pricing reflecting Gili T tourist economy:
Mains: 80,000-200,000 IDR
Drinks: 60,000-180,000 IDR
Daily specials: Often best value, fresh fish caught that morning, 130-170k
For a couple, expect 400,000-700,000 IDR for full dinner with drinks.
Best dishes:
Fresh fish daily special: Whatever is caught that morning, grilled or pan-fried with sides. The freshest seafood option on Gili T.
Beef rendang: Slow-cooked Indonesian beef in rich coconut and spice sauce. One of Indonesia's signature dishes done well here.
Burgers: Surprisingly good for a tropical island restaurant. Beef or chicken options with proper buns and toppings.
Vegetarian curry: Multiple vegetarian options including tempe curry and vegetable Asian dishes.
Breakfast: Reliable all-day breakfast menu, popular with travelers seeking Western breakfast away from local warungs.
Cocktails: Sunset cocktail program is solid. Try the local-fruit infused options.
Avoid: Anything that requires premium ingredients (sushi-style dishes) — fresh sushi grade fish is hard to source on Gili T.
For the famous sunset dinner experience:
5pm: Arrive early, request beach-edge table, order drinks
5:30pm: Sunset begins, perfect lighting for photos
5:45-6:15pm: Peak sunset moment, atmospheric dining
6:30pm: Crowd starts to thin, more relaxed pace
7-9pm: Evening dinner service, post-sunset quieter
For peak sunset tables, arrive by 5pm or book ahead (WhatsApp +62 813 5364 0535). Walk-ins after 5:30pm during peak season may not get sunset tables.
Scallywags has more vegetarian options than many Gili T restaurants:
Dietary requirements are generally well-handled. Inform staff at ordering.
The restaurant is part of Scallywags Resort, a mid-range Gili T accommodation. Hotel guests get small discounts on dining. Walk-in restaurant guests don't need to be hotel guests — the restaurant operates independently.
The hotel itself is mid-tier (1.0-1.8M IDR/night) with adequate rooms and pool. Decent option if you want to combine accommodation and dining at one location.
In a Gili T restaurant scene with hundreds of options, Scallywags maintains popularity for several reasons:
1. Reliable quality: Doesn't have spectacular highs but no significant lows
2. Wide menu: Something for everyone in a group
3. Sunset location: Prime real estate on the main strip
4. English communication: Easy ordering for international travelers
5. Family-friendly: Works for groups with kids
6. Resort backing: Established operation with consistency
It's not the cheapest, most authentic, or most sophisticated option, but it's reliable and pleasant. Good default choice for travelers wanting a comfortable dining experience.
Cheapest authentic: Local warungs in central Gili T (40-80k IDR per dish)
Best Indonesian: Warung Turtle Gili Air (different island, but worth the trip)
Best sunset cocktails specifically: Pearl Beach Lounge (premium, not full meals)
Best fine dining: Some smaller restaurants offer more sophisticated menus
Best vegan: Kayu Cafe and similar wellness-focused spots
Scallywags fills the "reliable mid-tier with good views" niche.