15 Best Restaurants in Ubud
If you need a recommendation of some of the best restaurants in Ubud and where to eat, you come to the right place. One of the best things about restaurants in Ubud is you have plenty of choices. From Japanese to Italian, from fine to casual dining, finding the best food in Ubud may sound intimidating. Worry not, as I created this list to guide you about the best places to eat in Ubud.
Whether you’re looking for the best breakfast or brunch in Ubud or simply looking for a place to have, this list has it all. If you’re worried if the restaurants in Ubud centre are worth visiting or not, I’ve got you covered. Do you need to find some shade from the scorching sun? Some of these restaurants are incredible choices to have lunch or dinner in Ubud.
With that in mind, these are the list of the best places to eat in Ubud to help you plan your dining experience!
1. Donna
This place brings the vibrant Latin American vibe and cuisine to a quaint corner of Ubud! Donna‘s menu hosts rich and flavorful dishes that bring joy to the tastebuds. No wonder Donna has become one of the best restaurants in Ubud.
From fresh pasta and hot steaks to meat right off tandoor skewers, the menu allows you to indulge to your heart’s content. Enjoy drinks and desserts before you head out and spend the rest of the day contended. If you’re into Shisha, Donna has seven flavors for you to choose from to complete your dining experience while savoring the cozy atmosphere.
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Its rustic, colorful decor and energetic music capture the spirit of Latin America, creating a warm and friendly atmosphere nestled in the heart of Ubud. For those craving a premium cut, the steakhouse Bali scene offers exquisite options to satisfy your appetite. Recognized as one of the best restaurants in Ubud, Donna stands out for its exceptional culinary artistry and ambiance.
Details info about Donna:
💸 Average price at Donna restaurant: $30
🍽️ Cuisine: Latin American
❤️ Kid-friendly, pet-friendly, vegan-friendly
📍Location of Donna Restaurant: www.maps.app.goo.gl
🌟Onbali Expert Review Score of Donna Restaurant: 10/10
🚘Service: dine-in
🕙Donna Opening hours: 11.30 AM – 12 AM ; Friday: 11.30 AM – 2 AM
✍🏽Booking/Info: www.donnaubud.com
☎️Call to Donna: + 62 813-3750-9840
2. Room4Dessert
Experience low sugar, low salt, and medicinal food in the heart of Ubud. The use of aromatic, local herbs brings the best Balinese and Indonesian cuisine to your plate.
As the name suggests, you can expect to find exceptional desserts on the menu. But there is obviously more! Try out their tasting sessions for natural wines as well as spirited and unspirited drinks.
Room4Dessert has been considered one of the best fine dining restaurants in Ubud, thanks to its impeccable service. Room4Dessert also divides the restaurant into three distinctive and interesting spaces that give a different, yet familiar atmosphere: L’Hort, The Dining Room, and The Terrace. Whichever one you choose, Chef Will Goldfarb and his talented kitchen team will ensure your dining experience is unforgettable.
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Located close to the centre, this place offers a refreshing, healthy food paradise for travellers and locals alike. They are currently on their Season 16, which features the Fall menu with 15 courses, including 5 savory snacks at the beginning and 5 petit fours at the end of the meal.
Details info about Room4Dessert:
💸 Average price at Room4Dessert: $30
🍽️ Cuisine: Contemporary, Fusion
❤️ Kid-friendly, vegan-friendly, gluten-free options
📍Location: www.maps.app.goo.gl
🌟Onbali Expert Review Score of Room4Dessert: 10/10
🚘Service: dine-in
🕙Room4Dessert Opening hours: 4.00 PM – 10.00 PM; Closed on Mondays.
✍🏽Booking/Info: www.room4dessert.com
☎️Call to Room4Desser: +62 813-3705-0539
3. The Sayan House
Japan and Latin America might look far away from each other on a flat map, but a quick glance at the globe will show you that they’re only an ocean away! But you won’t have to cross oceans to enjoy this fusion food. Sayan House has been a household name since its inception and is often included in the best restaurants list in Ubud.
The restaurant has a beautiful mix of Japanese and Latin American foods with dishes like Guacamole rolls, Midori Ceviche, and Los De Wayan, with a touch of Local Ubud home sauce. All the food at Sayan House reflects the spirit of the place where the limit of creativity in combining the heat and the freshness of South America and East Asia is nonexistent. They even serve natural wines made by artisanal farmers with extensive choices to satiate your palate.
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Right outside the bustling centre of Ubud, The Sayan House has brilliant views, fresh air, and even fresher food! Head to their atmospheric, spectacular, and popular Sunset Bar to feel the afternoon breeze alongside the rustling of the leaves and branches from the jungle which borders the bar. Sunset Bar at Sayan House is also a perfect spot to wind down after a long day.
Details info about Sayan House
💸 Average price at Sayan House: $50
🍽️ Cuisine: Japanese x Latin fusion
❤️ Kid-friendly, vegan-friendly
📍Location of Sayan House: www.maps.app.goo.gl
🌟Onbali Expert Review Score of Sayan House: 10/10
🚘Service: dine-in, take-out
🕙Sayan House Opening hours:: 12.00 PM – 11.00 PM
✍🏽Booking/Info: www.thesayanhouse.com
☎️Call to Sayan House: +62 361-479-2592
4. Pasir Bali
There are many Mediterranean-themed restaurants in Bali, but Pasir Bali is considered one of the best restaurants in Ubud. Their “Mediterranean Oasis in The Heart of Ubud” tagline certainly meets expectations. One thing the Mediterranean and Bali have in common is that they have an abundance of fresh seafood!
Start your meal with Ubud-grown veggies and a side of fresh-caught fish with a hint of Kusamba sea salt. They divided their menus into From The Sea for an array of seafood, From The Garden to satisfy vegetable lovers, and From The Farm to try their incredible take on meats. Whether you want the king prawns or the Lombok scallops, you’re in for an ocean treat!
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With the cream-colored interior design completed with rattan chairs, the architecture of Pasir Bali reminds the customer of those Spanish classical buildings with a Mediterranean taste. Surrounded by lush greenery and local farms, you can enjoy their delicious meals crafted to perfection.
Details info about Pasir Bali
💸 Average price at Pasir Bali: $25
🍽️ Cuisine: Mediterranean and Balinese Seafood
❤️ Kid-friendly
📍Location of Pasir Bali: www.maps.app.goo.gl
🌟Onbali Expert Review Score of Pasir Bali: 10/10
🚘Service: dine-in, take-out
🕙Pasir Bali Opening hours: 12.00 PM – 10.00 PM
✍🏽Booking/Info: www.instagram.com
☎️Call to Pasir Bali: +62 811-2833-838
5. Nusantara
Local ingredients, local cuisine, and the local culture come to life at Nusantara by Locavorenext. As the name suggests, Nusantara is one of the best Indonesian restaurants in Ubud. This is the place to enjoy the dishes from different parts of Indonesia, even the speciality ones that are commonly found only in a specific region.
The dishes here comprehensively cover the Indonesian cuisine, from the Basa Manis from the West of Bali, Konro Bakar from Makassar, South Sulawesi, to Ayam Bakar Lombok, which is enjoyed all over Lombok; you can enjoy it all here under one roof. The Nusantara team has researched the lost recipes, cooking techniques, and serving styles to deliver a comprehensive dining experience with authentic Indonesian food. Enjoying the food at Nusantara is more than just flavors; it also carries history, rituals, and culture that shaped culinary traditions in Indonesia.
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Whether you want to come here alone or with a large group of family and friends, this place will make you feel at home. The calm vibe gets you in touch with the Indonesian roots, the best the country has to offer. No wonder Nusantara is often cited as one of the best Indonesian restaurants, not only in Ubud but also in Bali.
Details info about Nusantara
💸 Average price at Nusantara: $30
🍽️ Cuisine: Balinese, Indonesian
❤️ Kid-friendly, vegan-friendly
📍Location of Nusantara: www.maps.app.goo.gl
🌟Onbali Expert Review Score of Nusantara: 10/10
🚘Service: dine-in, take-out
🕙Nusantara Opening hours:
- Lunch from 12 PM – 2.30 PM; Tuesday – Sunday
- Dinner from 6 PM – 9.30 PM; Monday – Sunday
✍🏽Booking/Info: www.locavorenext.com
☎️Call to Nusantara: +62 821-4495-6226
6. Cantina Rooftop Restaurant & Bar
This all-day cocktail bar and eatery offers more than just fresh food and a great view. Whether you’re in for the afternoon or the evening, the majestic Pura Gunung Lebah temple is always in plain sight. No wonder Cantina is often regarded as Ubud’s most famous rooftop restaurant.
Cantina brings the classic artisanal aperitivos from Italia to the lush jungles of Ubud. Whether it’s bar snacks or hot/cold small plates, the finger food goes great with their extravagant cocktail menu. Whatever you choose, the result is the same: the curated menus by Chefs Cristian Encina (the chef at Pica) and Jorge Valderrama will ensure that you not only have spectacular views but your taste buds will be spoiled.
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Located between multiple spas and close to the bustling city centre, Cantina offers a quick and simple escape from the hustle. Combining Ubud’s reputation as the art and creativity centre, Cantina Rooftop Restaurant and Bar gives off the vibe of a classic bistro yet retains its modern ambiance.
Details info about Cantina Rooftop Restaurant and Bar
💸 Average price at Cantina Rooftop Restaurant and Bar: $30
🍽️ Cuisine: Continental finger food
❤️ Kid-friendly, vegan-friendly, bar
📍Location of Cantina Rooftop Restaurant and Bar: www.maps.app.goo.gl
🌟Onbali Expert Review Score of Cantina Rooftop Restaurant and Bar: 10/10
🚘Service: dine-in, take-out
🕙Cantina Rooftop Restaurant and Bar Opening hours: 12.00 PM – 10.00 PM
✍🏽Booking/Info: www.cantinarooftopbali.com
☎️Call to Cantina Rooftop Restaurant and Bar: +62 821-3248-6512
7. Dumbo
Let’s talk about the elephant from the Italian corner! After all, Italians are known for more than their love for “dolce fa niente!” It’s their love for food that’s translated onto the plate, making it truly a “La dolce vita” experience. Dumbo has been leading the vegetarian and vegan earth-friendly food movement in Bali since 2008 but elevated it to the next level.
Get the authentic Italian dining experience with their Primi and Secondi. Get a fresh plate of insalata to go on the side, and end your meal with delicious Italian desserts. But no matter what, do not miss out on their wood oven pizzas! Dumbo is the epitome of the spirit of Italian cuisine: simple, fresh, and colorful.
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Explore local ingredient-focused sustainable food. The adjacent permaculture garden supplies fresh herbs and enhances Lake Bedugul and Mount Batukaru’s vibrant tastes. Enjoy delicious, eco-sustainable food right here in Ubud!
Details info about Dumbo
💸 Average price at Dumbo: $30
🍽️ Cuisine: Italian
❤️ Kid-friendly, vegan-friendly, bar, female-owned
📍Location of Dumbo: www.maps.app.goo.gl
🌟Onbali Expert Review Score: 10/10
🚘Service: dine-in, take-out
🕙Dumbo Opening hours: Sunday-Thursday: 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM, Friday, Saturday: 5:00 PM – 10:30 PN
✍🏽Booking/Info: www.dumbobali.com
☎️CCall to Dumbo: +62 812-3838-9993
8. Brie Restaurant & Cheesery Bali
Brie Restaurant and Cheesery Bali is one of a kind in the food scene in Bali. Not only do they offer a semi-fine dining experience, but they are also the only restaurant in Bali with their in-house cheesery. This creative and unique jewel in Ubud entices with its European food and picture-perfect views.
The menus at Brie Restaurant and Cheesery Bali will make you crave every dish. The Brie in BRIE’s famous juicy burger is a testament to the restaurant’s food quality. Every item, including the one-of-a-kind Cheese Soup “Brie” and the burrata on tomato carpaccio, is a gastronomic masterpiece that will transport you to a world of pure bliss.
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Dividing the building into two floors, Brie Restaurant and Cheesery Bali takes you to explore their cheesery and open kitchen on the first floor, and then on the second floor, you can enjoy the bartender’s creation of cocktails while immersing yourself in the social atmosphere. Step into a magical setting where wood, stone, and foliage come together to form a warm morning neighbourhood and a secluded twilight sanctuary.
Details info about Brie Restaurant and Cheesery Bali
💸 Average price at Brie Restaurant and Cheesery Bali: $25
🍽️ Cuisine: French and Italian
❤️ Kid-friendly, vegan-friendly, bar
📍Location of Brie Restaurant and Cheesery Bali: www.maps.app.goo.gl
🌟Onbali Expert Review Score of Brie Restaurant and Cheesery Bali: 10/10
🚘Service: dine-in, take-out
🕙Brie Restaurant and Cheesery Bali Opening hours: 3.00 PM – 10.30 PM
✍🏽Booking/Info: Cho.pe / www.brie.chaika.team
☎️Call to Brie Restaurant and Cheesery Bali: +62 813-5399-7009
9. La Baracca
Having four locations (Ubud, Seminyak, Canggu, and Uluwatu), La Baracca is one of those restaurants that, whichever you choose, gives you the same sense of familiarity and warmth. On a hectic, hot day in Ubud, La Baracca is a go-to spot for a quick and simple Italian meal.
Focusing on Italian cuisine by blending comfort and contemporary with a dash of local culture, La Baracca makes the dining experience here special. Choose your options of wood oven pizzas, fresh kneaded pasta, and more, and get your appetize going. Get the best of these simple dishes made with love and fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
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The rusty and quirky designs by using reclaimed woods and recycled metals will greet you and give an immediate effect of feeling homey. Located on the vibrant streets of Ubud, you will find that this cosy Italian restaurant offers simple dishes to fill your soul.
Details info about La Baracca Ubud
💸 Average price at La Baracca Ubud: $10
🍽️ Cuisine: Italian
❤️ Kid-friendly
📍Location of La Baracca Ubud: www.maps.app.goo.gl
🌟Onbali Expert Review Score of La Baracca Ubud: 8/10
🚘Service: dine-in, take-out
🕙La Baracca Ubud Opening hours: 12.00 PM – 10.15 PM
✍🏽Booking/Info: www.labaraccabali.com / Chope.co
☎️Call to La Baracca Ubud: +62 813-5790-5347
10. Shichirin
Japanese cuisine has more to offer than just sushi and ramen bowls. At Shichirin, they bring you exquisite flavours straight from the island of Japan to the island of Bali. By taking Japanese flair to a new height, Shichirin is one of the finest Japanese restaurants in Ubud.
As a Konro Grill restaurant, Shichirin serves premium meats, and your order will be grilled on the table. From the delicate Saikoro to the complex Sea Scallop Katsuo Foam, Shichirin offers a fresh twist to the Japanese Konro Grill Restaurant. This is the perfect place for a fun and new Japanese dining experience!
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Unassuming, classic, and simplistic are best to describe the design and ambiance at Sichirin. With such an exciting menu in the heart of Ubud, it’s best to make reservations for large groups!
Details info about Shichirin
💸 Average price at Shichirin: $45
🍽️ Cuisine: Oriental, Continental, Balinese Seafood
❤️ Kid-friendly, vegan-friendly, bar
📍Location of Shichirin: www.maps.app.goo.gl
🌟Onbali Expert Review Score of Shichirin: 10/10
🚘Service: dine-in, take-out
🕙Shichirin Opening hours: 12.00 PM – 11.00 PM
✍🏽Booking/Info: www.shichirinbali.com
☎️Call to Shichirin: +62 812-3733-9353
11. Akar
Akar means root in English, and it is reflected in their extensive menus and buildings which prompted Trip Advisor to award Akar as the top restaurant in Bali in 2022. The strange combination of dishes on the menu offers a surprising, elegant dining experience. This is the best place to get in touch with the roots of Mother Earth!
Every dish is crafted to perfection with variations of Indonesian and Western food. Whether you want a plate of charcoal-grilled veggies, meats, or seafood, they can all be enjoyed with elaborate drinks from the bar. Regulars say that their Balinese Yellowfin Tuna is an absolute favourite.
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Located in the K-Club group of buildings, which occupies 415 square meters with two-story buildings, the restaurant enjoys great footfall. Akar can host up to 95 guests, and two bars on each floor serve your choice of cocktails or liquor. But that does not hinder the quality of their service or food, so you know this is a great place to pop by in a pinch!
Details info about Akar
💸 Average price at Akar: $50
🍽️ Cuisine: Oriental, Continental, Balinese Seafood
❤️ Kid-friendly, vegan-friendly, bar
📍Location of Akar: www.maps.app.goo.gl
🌟Onbali Expert Review Score of Akar: 10/10
🚘Service: dine-in, take-out
🕙Akar Opening hours: 7.00 AM – 11.00 AM, reopens 5.30 PM – 11.00 PM
✍🏽Booking/Info: www.kclubgroup.com
☎️Call to Akar: +62 818-1812-6888
12. Hujan Locale
Hujan Locale is here to tell the world that street food doesn’t have to be sold in questionable conditions. They’re also proud to bring the flavours of the biggest archipelago country in Southeast Asia to classy tables.
The restaurant has a large number of dishes that encompass Indonesian food. A comprehensive selection of Indonesian delicacies from Sate babi merah to Padang style cumi cumi kalio, from jagung bakar or grilled corn, usually sold by a cart to chicken martabak, you can experience exciting new flavours here! This is how to satisfy your craving for Indonesian street food with a modern interpretation!
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Coming to Hujan Locale feels like going to an Indonesian friend’s house that radiates warmth and comfort, which is how Indonesians live. Located close to the Ubud Palace, Hujan Locale sees a bustling crowd seeking out clean street-style food. So, with groups larger than 6, call ahead for a reservation!
Details info about Hujan Locale
💸 Average price at Hujan Locale: $30
🍽️ Cuisine: Indonesian and Southeast Asian street-style food
❤️ Kid-friendly, vegan-friendly, bar
📍Location: www.maps.app.goo.gl
🌟Onbali Expert Review Score of Hujan Locale: 10/10
🚘Service: dine-in, take-out
🕙Hujan Locale Opening hours: 12.00 PM – 3.00 PM, reopens 5.30 PM – 10.00 PM
✍🏽Booking/Info: www.hujanlocale.com
☎️Call to Hujan Locale: +62 813-5326-0275
13. Mozaic
With a modernised atmosphere and a dynamic duo of chefs, Chef Blake Thorney and Chef Chris Salans, Mozaic Restaurant Gastronomic Bali reimagines the concept of culinary perfection. Mozaic is no stranger to accolades as it is recognized as the best restaurant in Indonesia by publications like Food & Wine, Prestige, and Indonesia Tatler Magazine.
As an iconic Asian gastronomic restaurant, Mozaic stays true to its three cores when creating the menus: sustainability, authenticity, and innovation. Experience a fresh seasonal menu or the botanical selection that is available all year round. You can also ask the staff for the romantic menu to enjoy your special night out and complete the dining experience by choosing over 200 different wines from all over the world.
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Mozaic creates an unmatched culinary experience. Every corner of Mozaic is specially re-designed with your special occasions in mind, with an elegant dining room with seasonal degustation, interactive tasting rooms, and events like private dining and a romantic gazebo.
Details info about Mozaic
💸 Average price at Mozaic: $70
🍽️ Cuisine: Asian and Indonesian
❤️ Kid-friendly, vegan-friendly, bar
📍Location: www.maps.app.goo.gl
🌟Onbali Expert Review Score of Mozaic: 8/10
🚘Service: dine-in, take-out
🕙Mozaic Opening hours: 12.00 PM – 12.30 AM
✍🏽Booking/Info: www.mozaic-bali.com
☎️CCall to Mozaic: +62 821-4723-5550
14. Zest
With so many vegan restaurants in Ubud, Zest arrived with a different approach. They called themselves a Zest Forest, a place where people from different backgrounds are there to feel safe and belong. Zest is here to show everyone in Bali that vegan cuisine is more than just rabbit food!
Burgers, sushi, pizzas, and more; Zest offers cuisines from around the globe with the safety of vegan ingredients. Most of their dishes are gluten-free, even though they are not raw. But be assured that goodness and deliciousness will travel in your mouth with every bite.
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Located in Ubud’s prime locations, Zest offers the perfect escape. This is where you should be heading should you need a boost in your daily life through Zest’s incredible food. If nothing catches your eye, take a look at the menu for a quick chuckle! It’s bound to steal your hearts!
Details info about Zest
💸 Average price at Zest: $10
🍽️ Cuisine: Vegan
❤️ Kid-friendly, vegan-friendly
📍Location: www.maps.app.goo.gl
🌟Onbali Expert Review Score of Zest: 8/10
🚘Service: dine-in, take-out
🕙Zest Opening hours: 8.00 AM – 10.00 PM
✍🏽Booking/Info: www.zestubud.com
☎️Call to Zest: +62 823-4006-5048
15. Gajah Putih
Indulge in the perfect blend of fine dining and captivating theatre as Gajah Putih boasts one of the unique concepts of a fine dining experience in Ubud. Food isn’t just a gastronomic experience!
With a fine dining twist to Asian food, Gajah Putih shows the history of Indonesia while you eat. The restaurant serves locally sourced, fresh ingredients with a farm-to-table philosophy. Gajah Putih takes Indonesian cuisine to a sophisticated flair through its set menu.
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Located among Ubud’s tourist spots, Gajah Putih offers a sweet escape from the city. As the head chef Aleksey Dokuchaev said, “Gajah Putih is not just a restaurant; it’s a stage where food becomes art.” You will be mesmerized not only by his culinary creations but also by the theatre performances.
Details info about Gajah Putih
💸 Average price at Gajah Putih: $75
🍽️ Cuisine: Indonesian
❤️ Kid-friendly, vegan-friendly, bar
📍Location of Gajah Putih: www.maps.app.goo.gl
🌟Onbali Expert Review Score of Gajah Putih: 8/10
🚘Service: dine-in, take-out
🕙Gajah Putih Opening hours: 6.00 PM – 9.00 PM
✍🏽Booking/Info: Chope.co / www.gajahputihbali.com
☎️Call to Gajah Putih: +62 878-1440-3575
Expert Opinion on The Best Restaurants in Ubud
For over ten years, I have explored every corner of Bali to find places with lip-smacking food. Ubud is one of the places in Bali with the best variations when it comes to restaurants. Finding where to eat in Ubud or deciding the best restaurants is not easy. This list was created to help travelers like you and use it as a guide to finding the best food in Ubud.
Of all these places I’ve eaten, I have enjoyed the dining experience at these restaurants in Ubud most:
Hujan Locale, The Sayan House, and Zest.
There are reasons why those restaurants are the best places to eat in Ubud, in my opinion. Zest is the perfect choice for breakfast or brunch in Ubud since they open at 8 AM. Hujan Locale and The Sayan House are your best options for lunch and dinner in Ubud since they are open only for lunch and dinner.
These restaurants not only maintain consistent quality but also provide a twist on your regular dishes. Aside from delivering delicious food and excellent service, these restaurants in the Ubud also give you a chance to stroll around before or after meals.
I hope this list of the best restaurants in Ubud not only gives you information and ideas about where to eat in Ubud but also leads you to discover some of the best food in Ubud!
Selamat makan!
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