16 Best Restaurants in Ubud

Nautilus is Ubud’s first restaurant dedicated entirely to fish and seafood, adding a fresh and exciting dining option to this peaceful area of town. Their menu is all about celebrating the amazing tastes and variety of the sea, making Nautilus the perfect seafood dining for seafood lovers and anyone wanting to try something new.

You might be into Barramundi with Black Dumplings, Lobster and Zucchini Pasta, or Grilled Oysters depending on what suits your taste, but don’t miss out on trying their classic cocktails or exploring their extensive wine list. They range from light to full-bodied selections, providing the perfect pairing for all your food choices.

A five-minute walk from the famous Monkey Forest, Donna Ubud is relatively easy to find. Its vibrant terracotta-tinted building will catch your eye.

This place is both a dining and clubbing spot in the heart of Ubud. Donna’s ground floor is an inviting lounge bar surrounded by lush greenery and warm lights, perfect for a romantic dinner with your loved ones. The excitement starts on the second floor – decked with disco balls, neon beans, and LED lights. This place invites you to burn some calories from your Tasmanian Salmon or Polpo alla Donna Octopus by dancing the night away to funky tunes.

Room4Dessert (or R4D) is an award-winning restaurant in Bali noted for its unique dessert-tasting menu. This hidden gem focuses its culinary work on the power of medicinal herbs while reducing white sugar and salt.

Even though R4D advertises its experience as just a seven-dessert tasting menu, it is, in fact, so much more! Indeed, you get these creative and sweet creations, but you also get seven savoury courses before the desserts and seven petit fours to round out the evening – it’s a whole experience.

Tucked away from the bustling Ubud Center, overlooking the Ayung River, the casual fine-dining restaurant The Sayan House can be found serving Asian Contemporary cuisine by Chef Yuki Tagami.

Their menu is simply mind-blowing. Imagine a Balinese-style Peperoncino Spaghetti. If you think this is bizarre enough, wait until you know that they also have Sushi Babi Guling. Yep, you read it right. Nevertheless, everything turned out to be a hit!

Pasir, translated to ‘sand’ in Indonesian, aims to bring a slice of beach paradise to the bustling town of Ubud. The interior says it all – beige and cream hues represent the sand, and white lush plants and clay pots bring tropical vibes.

Their menu is a unique blend of Mediterranean and Balinese, offering a tempting selection of fresh fish, juicy prawns, and meats. All are perfectly paired with their artisan cocktail menu, which is divided into three sections: From The Sea for seafood, From The Garden for vegetables, and From The Farm for an exceptional twist on meat.

Taking its name from the Javanese word for ‘archipelago’, Nusantara showcases the culinary offerings of Indonesia’s 17,000 islands.

Nusantara is a place to be if you want to savour authentic Indonesian dishes from different parts of the country. Their ingredients are all sourced locally and their menu focuses on traditional flavours. They bring authentic, even less-known regional dishes to this bustling town – definitely one of the best places to eat in Ubud!

The iconic rooftop terrace is set high above the Campuhan ridge. A breathtaking view of the Gunung Lebah temple offers a different cocktail-sipping experience.

The food here is diverse, with chicken, seafood, lamb, and pork as the main ingredients. Don’t worry though, they also have vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options. At Cantina Rooftop, you’ll not only be able to enjoy delicious dishes but also explore the art gallery, which features a variety of beautiful paintings for sale.

At Dumbo, authentic wood-fire cuisine meets eco-conscious dining. They serve vegetarian and contemporary Italian menus within a cozy, urban setting. They have something for everyone’s dietary menu, including paleo, vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free. Come for their IG-worthy interior, and stay for their delicious pizza, arancini alla Dumbo and some pasta.

Besides a list of fabulous cocktails, their wine selection is quite complete, with selections served by the glass, half a litre, or even by the litre. Cool ambience, fine drinks, and great food – a one-stop foodie destination right here!

This is a cheese lover’s paradise! Brie is the only restaurant in Bali that has its own cheese factory, serving European dishes with a French twist.

Brie sources milk for its cheese from its farm in Java, all the way to Bali overnight, to ensure a farm-to-table experience. With creamy homemade cheese creations in every dish, you can expect ooey-gooey burrata, cheese flatbread, and more, all fresh from their open kitchen.

Located just a five-minute walk from Ubud Palace, La Baracca is a multi-concept restaurant owned by Italians. It has a warm and inviting atmosphere, using old interiors to create the perfect vintage ambience.

La Baracca serves authentic Italian cuisine like Gnocchi, Calamari Imbuttunat, Spaghetti, and Pizzas. It’s also a go-to place for vegans, with plenty of plant-based options on the menu.

Shichirin is a Japanese Konro Grill restaurant offering a unique and authentic Japanese dining experience right in the heart of Ubud. A selection of premium meats will be grilled tableside, making it a delightful experience for guests. Choose from gyutan, saikoro, or tsubojuke karubi. Be sure also to try one of the fresh seafood options such as tuna, salmon sashimi, or fresh oysters served with daikon, tobiko, and shiso shoyu.

With space that can accommodate up to 16 people, this restaurant presents an intimate and very cozy concept – with a warm and inviting ambience from the dominant use of wood furnishings.

Nestled within the grounds of K-Club villas in the heart of the famous Tegalalang rice terraces, AKAR offers guests a unique high-end dining experience in the middle of lush greeneries.

AKAR is known for its Indonesian fusion & Western cuisine, all using fresh, organic, and premium ingredients collected from local farmers. AKAR Restaurant primarily uses grilling techniques for its food to evoke a nostalgic homage to the past. Soaking up the subtleties of life in the woods and on Ubud’s outskirts, where cooking was carried out without modern appliances, you’ll enjoy a very different approach here. Charcoal is used as fuel, giving each meal its unique flavour while adding a contemporary twist.

Since opening its doors in 2014, Hujan Locale has gained a reputation for serving high-quality traditional Indonesian food. This is guaranteed to delight those looking for the next level in Modern Indonesian Cuisine and all-day dining elegance.

During the day, Hujan Locale’s downstairs will exude a Parisian Café Bar vibe with family seating and a bar service. As the sun sets to the chilled sounds of modern Indonesian jazz fusion, the atmosphere envelops the adult world with cocktail hours, supper soirees, and late-night dining à la the bars of 1930s Jakarta.

For more than 20 years, Mozaic has been known for its reputation of consistently maintaining the quality of every meal served. Both in terms of taste and presentation. They provide 6 to 8-course menus that all come from locally sourced ingredients. Everything will be customised to suit your dietary needs, including vegan and gluten-free choices.

Fun fact: Mozaic is the only restaurant in Indonesia that is a member of Les Grandes Tables du Monde – an association of Michelin-starred restaurants.

One of the most popular brunch spots in the centre of Ubud is Zest, powered entirely by plants. Yes, you guessed it right, this restaurant serves vegan food. As part of their plant-powered philosophy, they create tasty, straightforward meals that combine locally sourced whole foods with plant-based cuisine to enhance the flavour experience for customers.

However, you won’t find bland vegan dishes like plain tofu or alfalfa sprouts here. As they take veganism to a whole new level. Sweet potato wedges, umami asparagus, thick burgers, and juicy jackfruit slices are what’s available instead.

Fine dining and charming theatre come together at ‘the White Elephant’. Plus, besides serving Asian dishes, they also showcase Indonesia’s cultural heritage while you dine. The restaurant follows the farm-to-table concept and serves fresh, locally-produced food.

The 11-course set menu, which also offers vegetarian options, pays homage to Bali’s culinary traditions in a contemporary and imaginative way. Chef Aleksey’s extensive expertise and creative flair result in dishes that are both delicious and visually stunning, resembling works of art.