Third-wave coffee, globally recognised restaurants and vegetarian spots that excite even the most committed carnivores. Here’s where to eat in Ubud when only the best will do.
Ubud has become one of Bali’s most exciting food destinations, a place where speciality coffee, lazy brunches and memorable tasting menus all share the same neighbourhood. Whether you arrive with a craving for local Indonesian food in a simple warung or want a life-changing dining experience found nowhere else, Ubud gives you plenty to explore.
Where to go for first-rate coffee in Ubud
Many travellers arrive in Indonesia already familiar with the word Java, a nickname for coffee that began when the island’s fragrant beans became famous around the world. For Indonesians, coffee is more than a drink. It is a quiet ritual of sitting together, chatting for hours and enjoying small snacks without feeling rushed, which is very much alive in Ubud.
Seniman Coffee Studio
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Why go? As one of the pioneers of the modern coffee movement in the area, Seniman Coffee was instrumental in creating the Indonesian Coffee Flavour Wheel and continues to celebrate the Indonesian coffee world.
Away from the busy street, Seniman Coffee Studio is unpretentious and immediately welcoming, a lovely contrast to what you might expect from ‘serious coffee people’. Their baristas take pride in their selection, and the café’s playful interior makes it easy to stay longer than planned. Don’t forget to make time to browse for beans to take home!
Address: Jl. Sri Wedari No.5, Banjar Taman Kelod, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571
Reservations: +62 812-8338-6641
TONYRAKA Art Lounge
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Why go? Coffee you can savour with delectable snacks to elevate that cafe experience. Come for the coffee, stay for the vibes… and gallery, and gift shop, and occasional pop-up market.
Running on empty? Borrow inspiration from this family-run cafe-cum-art space. A beautiful blend of traditional and modern, TONYRAKA Art Lounge will nurture your wavering creative spark in a space that allows you to muse, ponder, and ruminate. Have a nibble on their unbelievably decadent lapis legit, a rich and dense Indonesian layer cake.
Address: Jl. Raya Mas No.86, Mas, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571
Reservations: +62 896-8025-8258
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Where to go for a quintessential Bali brunch
A speciality sport of Bali, Brunch comes with a capital B. With cafés across the island competing to come up with new twists on everyone’s favourite late morning ritual, the options may be endless, but it’s still worth slowing down for the experience, especially in Ubud. The brunch scene here feels like a Norah Jones track, a slow warm build with rich layers and a lush energy that leaves you feeling nourished inside and out.
Melali Ubud
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Why go? Easy-breezy vibes in a whimsical summer terrace borrowed from an Audrey Hepburn movie with plenty of vegan and vegetarian options.
While some people may enjoy a cool dawn breeze, sometimes you just want to sleep a few ticks past your usual wake-up time. Melali Ubud offers all-day breakfast options that look as lovely as the surrounding rice fields. Freshness is the name of the game, seen in the vibrant ingredients, the mountain air, and the way you’ll feel after starting your day with newly harvested coconut water.
Address: Jl. Sri Wedari No.58, Ubud, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571
Reservations: +62 822-1000-5091
Suka Espresso Ubud
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Why go? If you like your brunch-hour to come with some vibrant chatter, Suka Espresso is the place to go. This cafe is only ever a few steps away from the trendiest Ubud spot.
An Australian-style café experience that pairs speciality coffee with plenty of hearty brekkie options to fuel you on your day of adventure, Suka Espresso Ubud is the kind of place where one cup easily turns into two. If you unfortunately need to check in on your work emails, this cafe’s internet connection makes it popular with digital nomads.
Address: Jl. Raya Pengosekan Ubud No.108, Ubud, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571
Reservations: +62 813-3869-2319
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Where to go for delicious vegan and vegetarian food
Hand-in-hand with its campaign to be the island’s wellness centre, Ubud is one of Bali’s most welcoming spots for plant-based dining. Cafés and restaurants here celebrate fresh, locally sourced ingredients, turning fruits, vegetables, and grains into vibrant, flavorful dishes. Even those new to plant-based eating will find the menus approachable, colourful, and utterly satisfying.
Moksa
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Why go? More than just a vegan restaurant, it’s part permaculture garden, part wellness community: guests can stroll through its forest-like garden and attend weekly farmers’ markets, or try out raw and cooked culinary classes.
The fertile soils of Bali serve up incredibly fresh produce, and Moksa plays to its strength by using ingredients, often from their own permaculture garden, to whip up creative dishes like jackfruit tacos, laksa noodles, and guilt-free raw desserts that feel intensely soul-nourishing
Address: Ubud II Kutuh, Jl. Puskesmas, Sayan, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571
Reservations: +62 813-3977-4787
The Elephant
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Why go? The open‑air vegetarian restaurant is perched on the ridge of Campuhan, offering serene views of rice fields and valleys.
Known for its “earth‑friendly” philosophy, The Elephant promotes sustainability in their range of offerings that are easily adaptable to vegan or gluten-free diets. Beyond the food, the restaurant’s eco-conscious efforts are woven into its daily operations: they compost organic waste, recycle rigorously, use banana leaves and newspaper for packaging, and grow herbs in a nearby permaculture garden.
Address: Hotel Taman Indrakila, Jl. Raya Sanggingan, Sayan, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571
Reservations: +62 811-3960-8118
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Where to go for standout fine-dining in Ubud
Ubud’s fine dining scene has grown into a destination of its own, a reason to travel away from Bali’s iconic beaches and venture into the lush creative hub of the island. The town’s long history of artisanship shapes the way chefs here approach their craft, with meals unfolding slowly, guided by intention, storytelling and a deep respect for the ingredients grown in the surrounding highlands.
Room4Dessert
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Why go? Don’t let the name fool you, Room4Dessert paves your way to paradise through delicately plated servings of both savoury and sweet amidst tropical greenery.
Chef Will Goldfarb’s imaginative tasting menus play with memory, texture and emotion, creating an experience that feels almost theatrical. You’ll need to book ahead for this special experience as tables melt away fast, much like the last bite of their most memorable treats in your mouth.
Address: Jl. Raya Sanggingan, Kedewatan, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80561
Reservations: +62 813-3705-0539
Locavore NXT
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Why go? Bali’s landscape becomes the ingredient list, creating an ever-evolving dining experience shaped by the island’s farmers, foragers, and seasons where sustainability is always on the menu.
Locavore NXT pushes beyond traditional fine dining with dishes that feel both experimental and deeply rooted in Indonesian flavours. It’s the kind of place where each bite tells a story, of soil, craft, and community.
Address: Jl. A.A. Gede Rai Gang Pura Panti Bija, Lodtunduh, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571
Reservations: +62 821-4495-6226
Honourable Mention: Flavours of the Archipelago
A crash course in the complex flavours of Indonesia, a taste of the spice islands is both accessible and wonderfully overwhelming. Even experts can’t seem to agree on how many native spices across the country’s 17,508 islands contribute to its richly layered cuisine. Traditional dishes can be intense for unfamiliar palates, so a gentle introduction is often the best way to ease your way in.
KAWI UBUD
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Why go? While food-focused Indonesian flavours dominate the dining scene, KAWI UBUD offers a refreshing shift by exploring local ingredients through cocktails rather than plates.
Recently named one of Tatler’s Best Indonesia 20 Bars, KAWI UBUD feels like an intimate escape that celebrates Bali’s produce and seasonal harvests, turning them into drinks that feel both familiar and entirely new. Balinese craft brews and East Indies gin sit alongside an impressive selection of arak, the traditional spirit that anchors many of their creations.
Address: Jl. Raya Lungsiakan, Kedewatan, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali
Reservations: +62 361-908-6528