Ubud’s Essential Dining List: 10 Restaurants Defining the City in 2026

Located in the heart of Ubud, FERRO is a restaurant centered around fire as its main element. The kitchen works with open flame to create bold, expressive flavors, while the intimate setting blends refined dining with a relaxed lounge atmosphere.

Start with the beef cheek carbonara, a rich, slow-cooked dish that captures FERRO’s fire-driven approach to flavor. From bold open-flame cooking to lighter, refined plates, everything is designed to be enjoyed without hurry, alongside well-crafted cocktails and a comfortable area that turns dinner into a full evening experience.

Why visit FERRO?

• Fire-driven open kitchen with bold, expressive flavors

• Refined restaurant atmosphere combined with a relaxed are

• Balanced menu suitable for dining, drinks, or a long evening of rest

• Concept shaped around slow dinners and social experience rather than rush

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.

Why visit Nautilus?

• Some of the freshest oysters on the island

• 100% seafood-focused menu

• Elegant wine pairings for every dish

• Menu developed by a chef with international fine-dining background

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 beams, 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.

Why visit Donna?

• One of the most Instagrammable spots in Ubud

• Signature cocktails with theatrical presentations

• Rooftop bar with a chill evening vibe

• Open until 2 AM on Fridays — one of the few late-night spots in Ubud

Home Vibe Ubud is a calm and atmospheric spot for dinner in Ubud, especially for those who want a relaxed evening without a formal restaurant mood. By night, the space becomes softer and cozier, with warm lighting, movie screenings, a amazing food that make it easy to stay longer.

The dinner menu is built around comfort and variety. Guests come for rich pasta, well-made pizzas, and a laid-back atmosphere that works well for an evening with friends or a quiet dinner after a long day in Ubud. Alongside these classics, Home Vibe Ubud also offers healthy options, vegan dishes, and keto-friendly meals, making it a flexible choice for different tastes and lifestyles.

Indus offers a refined yet relaxed dining experience overlooking the lush Campuhan valley in Ubud. The atmosphere blends contemporary Asian cuisine with strong Balinese influences, served in a breezy open-air setting surrounded by nature. It is a place where guests come for sunset cocktails, romantic dinners, slow lunches, and intimate gatherings while enjoying one of the most scenic valley views in Ubud.

The menu focuses on regional flavors and carefully prepared dishes inspired by local traditions. Guests often return for Balinese-inspired plates, slow-cooked regional curries, fresh seafood, and grilled specialties complemented by house-made sambals, seasonal salads, botanical cocktails, tropical spritzes, and curated wines. Seasonal ingredients are regularly featured, and the kitchen accommodates vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free preferences.

Kokokan fulfills every expectation, positioning itself as a standout new fine dining spot in Ubud. Especially after you try the Le Canard, which strikes the perfect balance between the juiciness of roasted duck and the sweet and sour sauce. Be sure to experience their signature Five Elements—a drink that deserves undivided attention. My favorite is clearly Water with butterfly and lemongrass gin, simply because it’s also my element.

Kokokan defies the fine dining rules, as you can choose the three or six-course dining menu, or you can go a la carte. And you’re in for a surprise if, in the middle of having a bite of L’Agneau (it’s herb-coated lamb cutlet, by the way), evening unfolds with a gentle radiance that graces the night air. Take it as a good omen, as it's rare to witness them 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.

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

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 flavor while adding a contemporary twist.

✅If a host practically tackles you at the door, run the other way! That's a sure sign it's a tourist trap, and you won't find any locals chowing down there.

✅For a truly romantic evening, seek out a spot with soft, intimate lighting, maybe a charming garden patio, and a short, sweet menu that proves they do a few things exceptionally well.

✅Always look for tasting menus — it’s the best way to understand the place and try all the signature dishes.

✅If you don’t know where to go, go to Monkey Forest Road. It’s a central resto hub where you’ll definitely find a spot to your taste.

✅Sticking to a budget? Your best bet is a bustling warung packed with locals after 7 PM. That's always the golden ticket to delicious, authentic, and affordable eats!

Although the Michelin Guide hasn’t expanded to Indonesia yet, you can still enjoy a Michelin-like experience at Apéritif. The restaurant collaborates with Michelin-starred chefs to craft its degustation menus, making it the perfect place to indulge in a symphony of flavors. Their signature lunch menu starts with canapés (don’t miss the Smoked Charcoal Puff — it’s absolutely otherworldly!) and takes you on a culinary journey featuring Scallops, Wagyu Beef, and even a fine-dining twist on PB&J. Vegan and vegetarian options are also available.

Apéritif is one of the most romantic restaurants in Ubud. Beyond its intimate ambiance, the restaurant offers a seven-course romantic dinner package (around US$ 153). Highlights include Japanese oysters, with the option to add Beluga caviar for an extra touch of luxury. Your significant other will love this unforgettable dining experience!

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 lesser-known regional dishes to this bustling town — definitely one of the best places to eat in Ubud!

With so many restaurants in Ubud, chances are we must have missed a lot! So if you have your favorite place that is not detected on our radar or know a hidden gem tucked in a small street somewhere, drop us a DM on Instagram at @on__bali or tag us when you dig into your bowl of goodness. You may show up in our next updates!