10 Best Cafes in Ubud I Keep Coming Back To (2025 Edition)

What makes Rüsters one of the best cafes in Ubud isn’t just the food (although, trust me, it’s really good). What I love is how they bring everything together in one place: a cafe, the Santé restaurant (a very cool restaurant in Ubud), a bar, a ceramic studio, and a concept shop. It also houses its own roastery and bakery, so your coffee and pastries are always fresh!

The mornings here are calm and full of sunshine. It serves the best breakfast cafe in Ubud, especially if you have a sweet tooth. I usually go for the berry porridge or a warm buttery croissant. Not into coffee? No problem. Head to the Xiù Tea House right there on-site. They also host some really fun events: Sunday markets, live jazz nights, and seasonal tasting menus.

When I feel like putting on a cute outfit and pretending I’m in Paris (but with rice fields nearby), Âme is my spot. This French-inspired bistro serves buttery pastries and super smooth coffee. The vibe is classy but chill, perfect for long brunches or solo date moments.

Speaking of food — start with the fresh green salad, then go for the duck leg with carrot and yogurt, or the truffle pasta. And for dessert, the sunflower mousse with cocoa brownies and strawberries is a must-try.

BGS is totally themed! It has surfboards on the walls, reggae in the background, and the best smoothie bowls. I came across it by chance, and now I keep going back for the iced coconut coffee. The crowd is a mix of locals, surfers, creatives, and digital nomads.

BGS is also a surf shop and community hub where you can find boards from top brands, cool merch, and even their own homemade almond milk sold by the bottle.

Small Notes

Author’s Note: I’m actually writing this from Rüsters, with my favorite flat white. This is the best cafe in Ubud for relaxing. These cafés are where I slow down and really enjoy the moment. Hope you find your favorite spot too.

Whenever I feel like my body needs a break, I head to one of the best cafes in Ubud — Alchemy. This place serves raw vegan food, colorful smoothie bowls, and a salad bar. The vibe is calm and full of positive energy.

The menu is 100% plant-based and gluten-free, with lots of raw options that keep the nutrients intact. Everything’s made with organic ingredients, and even the takeout boxes are eco-friendly — no sad plastic forks here.

Suka Espresso just got a glow-up and is back in Ubud looking better than ever. They’re all about that Aussie-style brunch life, with a morning and afternoon menu. For breakfast, you can’t go wrong with their pancakes and maple syrup or chili scramble. Later in the day? Go for their epic sandwiches or the Baja Fish Tacos — trust me, they are stacked and satisfying.

Their coffee menu is small but mighty. The space is bright and modern. It’s one of the best cafes to work, catching up with friends, or just sitting back and people-watching.

Home Café may be small, but it’s my go-to when I want breakfast served fast, yet tasting like it came out of a five-star kitchen. What won me over? The avocado toast with eggs and their shakshuka.

What I really love is how much they care about every detail to keep things clean and healthy. No palm oil, no MSG. And the best part? You can build your own plate! With over 34 ingredient options, you can create your own omelet, salad, or stack of crepes.

Small Notes

Author’s Note: I usually stop by Alchemy after my yoga classes, and it always makes me feel even lighter — like I just hit reset. The calm vibe, the food, the energy… It's all part of the healing. These cafés really do something good for the soul.

Some cafés are great for chatting with friends. Others are perfect cafes to work in Ubud. Livingstone Holyground is one of the best cafes in Ubud for both! Here, you can find plants everywhere, soft lights, and just enough background buzz to keep you awake but not distracted.

The menu has a bit of everything: smoothie bowls, fresh juices, burgers, and even pizza. And the croissants? Dangerously good (honestly, they should come with a warning label: “May cause extreme joy”). It is also great for families, there is even a slide for the kids!

Bali Bohemia is a little off the tourist path, so it is usually peaceful and never too crowded, super work-friendly! The walls are full of paintings and the energy is relaxed.

Ever followed the smell of fresh bread like you’re in a cartoon? I have… and it led me here. The baked goods have a Middle Eastern twist and are made with local ingredients and a whole lot of love.

Small Notes

Author’s Note: When I feel stuck with work, the my favorite fix is heading to Livingstone Holyground. This is the best cafe in Ubud with views to reset — it’s calm, cozy, and somehow makes everything flow again. These cafes are the kind of place that makes work feel way less like... work.

Zest is not a typical vegan café. Here, you will find things like shiitake BBQ ribs, Jackfruit steak, and Oyster mushroom schnitzel. Everything here is made from plants, grown in their very own 100-acre Food Forest.

Zest is also a hub for the mind and spirit. You can join a tea ceremony, participate in workshops for a deeper connection to Ubud's soulful vibe, listen to live music under the trees, or just chill on a couch with jungle views.

This is the best cafe in Ubud for brunch. This café is set in an old colonial-style building with high ceilings and antique furniture. It's got a distinctly French flair, so the vibe practically begs for a lazy brunch. Gather your friends and dive into their Brunch Platter, complete with crispy mozzarella, hash browns, veggies, fruits, and, of course, sourdough with butter.

When it comes to drinks, I'd highlight their iced coffee and smoothies. And for those who like a cinematic brunch with a little kick, the Rosella Margarita is spot on. They also run daily specials, like coffee + croissant for only IDR 50,000 (about USD 3).

Small Notes

Author’s Note: I always say good things are meant to be shared, right? Every time I’m at Lazy Cats, I snap a bunch of photos — it’s just too pretty not to! My followers are always like, “Where is that café?!” But the real star? The food. So yummy, nothing else compares.

Ubud used to be all about art, rice paddies, and the soft chime of temple bells. Then came the travelers, yogis, and expats — bringing global flavors and a big love for good coffee. Local farmers in Kintamani started growing amazing beans, and health-conscious bakers turned gluten-free pastries into brunch favorites. Pretty soon, cafés were everywhere. I’ve found a few spots that really stole my heart:

• Rüsters

• Livingstone Holyground

• Lazy Cats.

These are my favorite cafes in Ubud, Bali (the ones I always go back to). Some are popular on Instagram, others are quiet little gems, but all of them are special to me (and I’ve definitely spent a lot of time in them!).

Do you have a best cafe in Ubud with views that’s not on my list? Tell me about it! I’m always up for discovering new spots — and feel free to share your favorite things to do in Ubud, too!