The Sanur bakery where the sourdough starter has a name — and a daily caretaker.
OLLI is the name of the child. Every day, the head baker feeds it, watches over it, keeps it alive. It also happens to be the sourdough starter that powers the bakery’s most popular loaf — meaning every time you pick up an OLLI loaf, you’re tasting something that’s been continuously alive for longer than most bakery business plans last.
A Room That Knows What It Is
The moment you walk in, the decor pulls you straight into OLLI’s territory. A rosette-piping chandelier hangs over the room, a framed photo of the head baker at one of the best restaurants in the world sits proudly on the wall, and the display case is full of carefully arranged baked goods. The room is quiet, focused, properly curated. No wasted noise.
And then there’s the owner. She’s right there — greeting at the door, folding pastries behind the counter, walking plates out to tables. It’s the kind of warmth you can’t fake, and you can feel it the moment you sit down.
The Highlights
The famous sourdough loaf is the obvious one, and yes — you should always bring one home. But the sleeper hits are everything else:
- Portuguese tart — properly flaky, layered the way a real pastel de nata should be.
- Cake — delicate, balanced, not the over-sweetened version you find on most Bali bakery shelves.
- Sandwiches — fresh, properly built, made on the same loaf you’re already in love with.
Practically, they don’t miss.
The Verdict
OLLI Baked Goods is a must-visit in Sanur, and a beautiful little escape from Denpasar when the city starts to feel like too much. Go for the loaf. Stay for the cake. Take a sandwich for the road.
The basics Best for: A quiet morning, taking sourdough home, a Sanur breakfast pause Don’t miss: The OLLI sourdough loaf, the Portuguese tart, the sandwiches Skip if: You want a noisy, busy café — this one’s deliberately calm Pro tip: Talk to the owner — the warmth alone is worth the trip Vibe: Quiet, focused, hand-baked, owner-led Neighbourhood: Sanur
📍 Address: Jl. Danau Tamblingan No.82, Sanur, Denpasar Selatan, Kota Denpasar, Bali 80228
🕒 Open: Bakery: Tuesday to Sunday (8:00am- 4:00pm)
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