One of the most surprising things for me on my first visit to Candidasa was the large number of restaurant choices I had outside of my hotel. The main road running through town is lined with plenty of dining options, many with comfortable lounges for a drink as well. The biggest concentration is around the lake, where there are two or three places off the path around the lake as well as on the main road. Restaurants tend to come and go, so I don't list any recommendations here, but you can check the reviews of Candidasa restaurants at my travel journal for a flavor of what's on offer. You can also check the Agung Bali web site for their list of restaurants in Candidasa and surrounds.