The 15 Best Restaurants in Ubud – Top Places to Eat in 2025!

In our must-read guide, we give you the very best restaurants in Ubud you shouldn’t miss on your foodie adventure.

When visiting Bali, we strongly recommend staying in Ubud and experiencing its vibrant culture. From exploring ancient temples and strolling through rice terraces to shopping in the Art Market and taking a helicopter ride — there’s something for everyone in this charming town. 

But, are you aware that Ubud’s restaurants are truly unique?

Let’s take a look at 15 of the best Ubud restaurants in the area. These restaurants are Award Winning, Michelin Star rated or consistently rated high at the top of user review sites.

Ubud’s Best Restaurants

1. Apéritif Restaurant

Apéritif Restaurant is situated within Ubud’s prestigious Viceroy Bali resort. It offers a fine dining experience amidst breathtaking surroundings. Personally, this is my absolute favourite restaurant for fine-dining in Ubud.

Apéritif Restaurant is known to curate unique dining by partnering with Michelin Star chefs like Chef Guillaume Galliot and Chef Benoit Dewitte.

Why Visit It?

• Fine dining featuring a fusion of international flavours
• Choice of dining area based on the occasion — Main dining, Chef’s Table, or a private saloon.
• Sustainable food preparation
• A premier wine list
• Sommelier assistance
• Degustation menus
• Vegan options
• A blend of vintage charm with modern luxury and exceptional service
• Exclusive Friday evening dinner sessions titled PRIVÉ

Menus: 

1. Signature Degustation
2. Avant-Garde Degustation
3. Romantic Candlelight Degustation
4. Vegan Degustation
5. Vegetarian Degustation

Apéritif Restaurant Contact:

Location: Br. Nagi, Jl. Lanyahan, Petulu, Ubud Google Maps

Phone: +62 361 9082777

Book: res@aperitif.com

2. Swept Away Restaurant

Swept Away Restaurant is situated within the lush surroundings of The Samaya Ubud resort. It features open-air pavilions surrounded by a jungle.

I loved the wonderful views, which made the meal more memorable. The unique jungle setting also adds a connection to nature.

The restaurant can make arrangements for a romantic dinner. This includes a candlelight setting and an artfully curated special menu from the resort’s chef.

Why Visit It?

• A blend of international and Indonesian cuisine
• Local sourcing of ingredients
• Unique dining experience overlooking the scenic Ayung River
• Perfect for romantic dinners and special occasions
• Tranquil ambience
• Romantic setting

Menus: 

1. À La Carte Menu
2. Tasting Menu

Swept Away Restaurant Contact:

Location: Jl. Baung, Sayan, Ubud – Google Maps

3. Mozaic Bali

Mozaic Bali is one of the first fine-dining restaurants in Ubud.

The restaurant offers four dining spaces:

1. The Dining Room, amidst a lush garden setting.
2. Tipple Room, featuring a bar.
3. Private Dining/Chef’s Table, featuring a live cooking area.
4. Romantic Gazebo, amidst a peaceful setting.

Mozaic Bali holds the distinction of being Indonesia’s only representative in Les Grandes Tables du Monde, a prestigious international culinary association. I would recommend making an advanced booking for your table as this restaurant can get busy in peak season.

Why Visit It?

• A mix of Indonesian food and international styles
• Local sourcing of ingredients
• Eco-friendly food preparation 
• A collection of over 200 wines from different parts of the world, including artisanal wines

Menus: 

1. 6 or 8-course Tasting Menus
2. Seasonal Menu
3. Lunch Set Menu
4. Botanical Menu
5. Seasonal Cocktail Menu

Mozaic Contact:

Location: Jl. Raya Sanggingan, Kedewatan, Ubud – Google Maps

4. Hujan Locale

Hujan Locale is known for offering Indonesian & Southeast Asian street food in an contemporary and laid-back ambience. I often recommend this restaurant to Bali first-timers who want to sample delicious Indonesian food in an elegant setting.

The restaurant building is charming with a colonial-style interior in the heart of Ubud. 

Why Visit It?

• Authentic Indonesian meals prepared creatively
• Sustainable cooking practices
• Great cocktails
• Friendly service
• Refined ambience

Menus: 

1. Grazing Menu: This menu comprises dumplings and sates, small plates and large plates. This menu enables diners to sample a variety of flavours and textures casually and flexibly. The emphasis is on sharing and tasting a diverse range of dishes and creating a social and interactive dining atmosphere.
2. Desserts Menu
3. Wine Menu

Hujan Locale Contact:

Location: Jl. Sri Wedari No.5, Ubud – Google Maps

5. Arcadia Restaurant

Arcadia Restaurant offers casual fine dining in an elegant setting. 

It evokes a sense of nostalgia through traditional touches, with contemporary and innovative features. This mix results in a dining experience that feels both homely and refreshing. I took my partner to this restaurant and we enjoyed every one of the courses we tried.

The staff is hospitable and charming. They ensure every bit of your dining experience is cherished and memorable. It has large tables and is suitable for families.

Why Visit It?

• Relaxed yet luxurious atmosphere
• Use of fresh, high-quality ingredients
• Stunning rainforest views 
• Choice of exquisite wines or unique Balinese-infused cocktails
• Special events like Sundowners, featuring live music, free grazing plates, crafted cocktails, and a wide variety of wines

Arcadia Restaurant Contact:

Location: Jl. Raya Campuhan, Sayan, Ubud – Google Maps

6. Locavore NXT

Locavore NXT is renowned for its creative cooking and sustainable culinary approach. Even their plates and furniture are made locally.

I loved the restaurant’s decor and the feeling of the expansive architecture. It has large windows offering picturesque views of rice paddies. In the centre, an open kitchen is prominently displayed.

The ambience is both sophisticated and relaxed.

One notable aspect about this restaurant is that it’s the only Indonesian one to feature in Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants Awards and jump the list by 27 places.

Why Visit It?

• Fully sensory dining experience
• Modern cooking techniques
• Creative presentations
• Sustainable cooking 

Menus: 

Tasting Menu — 20+ courses

The restaurant doesn’t import any ingredients. The meals are devoid of dairy products, wheat, and gluten-free. The restaurant offers vegetarian and vegan meals too.

Locavore NXT Contact:

Location: Jl. A.A. Gede Rai Gang Pura Panti Bija, Lodtunduh, Ubud – Google Maps

7. Kubu at Mandapa Ubud

Kubu at Mandapa is popular for its exquisite cuisine, sophisticated dining experience, and impeccable service.

The restaurant features nine private bamboo cocoons set over the calm Ayung River. My recommendation would be to book in advance if you don’t want to miss out on trying the private cocoons.

In the Indonesian language, the word ‘Kubu’ means ‘hut’. Traditionally, Balinese farmers keep the rice after harvesting in the hut. This tradition inspired the architecture of the restaurant. In other words, Kubu at Mandapa celebrates Balinese culture holistically — via design and food.

Why Visit It?

• Perfect for special occasions and romantic dinners
• Emphasis on sustainability and authenticity in cooking

Menus: 

The culinary traditions of the Mediterranean region inspire the restaurant’s menu.

It offers two types of menus:

1. 10-course Degustation Menu 
2. 10-course Vegetarian Menu

The restaurant also offers an extensive list of European wines.

Kubu at Mandapa Contact:

Location: Jl. Raya Kedewatan, Banjar, Kedewatan Ubud – Google Maps

8. Room4Dessert

Located on the outskirts of Ubud, Room4Dessert focuses exclusively on desserts and sweet treats. It’s known for its avant-garde approach to dessert-making. 

Room4Dessert has three dining spaces:

1. L’hort: Here, live jazz performances happen on Tuesday nights.
2. The Dining Room: It’s a dim and rustic space for a cosy dessert experience.
3. The Terrace: This space offers a romantic ambience.

Why Visit It?

• Innovative dessert creations. I loved how they created unique flavour combinations.
• Use of medicinal herbs in desserts
• Less white sugar and salt in desserts
• Sustainable preparation techniques

Menus: 

The menu features savoury snacks, plated desserts, and hand-held petits fours — all crafted with locally sourced ingredients. It also offers carefully curated drinks.

Each menu includes complimentary five savoury snacks at the beginning and five petits fours at the end. The menu varies seasonally.

Room4Dessert Contact:

Location: Jl. Raya Sanggingan, Kedewatan, Ubud – Google Maps

9. Fivelements Sakti Dining Room

Sakti Dining Room is one of the most distinguished restaurants for vegan dining in Ubud. Plant-based cuisine is part of the Sakti Dining Room’s DNA. It’s reflected in the restaurant’s essence. 

The restaurant is nestled between the calm Ayung River and verdant gardens. The rivers’ soothing sounds, surrounding greenery and refreshing breeze connect you with nature while you indulge in delicious food. 

Why Visit It?

• Modern vegetarian dining in a luxe and eco-friendly setting
• Local sourcing of ingredients
• Eco-friendly cooking practices
• Sustainable farming
• Delightful setting for romantic dining

Menus: 

Sakti Dining Room offers three types of tasting menus — Three-Course, Five-Course, and Seven-Course.

The restaurant prioritises both the nutritional and sensory aspects of its meals. It focuses on getting the best seasonal ingredients. By striking a balance between nourishing the mind, body, and soul, it aims to provide a holistic dining experience. I highly recommend for vegans and anyone who appreciates plant-based dining.

Sakti Dining Room Contact:

Location: Puri Ahimsa Banjar Baturning, Mambal, Abiansemal – Google Maps

10. PICA South American Kitchen

PICA South American Kitchen is a small, modern restaurant that specialises in refined Peruvian cuisine and creative cocktails. It’s famous for introducing Ceviche to Bali’s culinary scene.

The restaurant has a small menu that changes often. It focuses on fresh seafood. 

But if you love meat, they’ve got you covered too! You can enjoy tasty dishes like Confit Pork Belly, Peruvian Roast Chicken Breast, and Australian Rib-Eye Steak.

There are only 24 seats available at a time. So, i recommend booking ahead if you want to eat at this cosy restaurant.

Why Visit It?

• A unique dining experience
• A casual take on fine dining

Menus: 

1. Dinner Menu
2. Wine Menu

PICA South American Kitchen Contact:

Location: Jl. Dewisita, Ubud – Google Maps

11. Galle Club

Galle Club celebrates Sri Lanka and Coastal India’s culinary heritage. We were thrilled that we tried eating here, it provides a dining experience like you’re eating with a Sri Lankan family.

The dining area features classic colonial-style furniture and décor. Alongside these are contemporary elements inspired by the tropical surroundings. These include vibrant colours, natural materials, and botanical accents.

Why Visit It?

• Bali’s pioneer Sri Lankan and coastal-Indian restaurant
• Innovative menu
• Colonial-inspired setting

Menus:

1. Dinner Menu: Ideal for evenings with friends or loved ones
2. Brunch Menu: Great for casual gatherings with friends and family
3. Drinks Menu: A selection of cocktails and wines by the glass —  handpicked by founders.

The restaurant serves traditional tiffin-style lunches, a breakfast menu and classic Thaalis. 

Galle Club Contact:

Location: Jl. Nyuh Gading No.2, MAS, Ubud – Google Maps

12. Akar by K-Club

Situated around a jungle, Akar is a tranquil setting during the day. The impressive Balinese architectural style, particularly the domed bamboo roof, is truly remarkable. 

The open kitchen at the restaurant’s central place is a sensory feast.

In the evening, the restaurant runs a spectacular light show that uplifts the ambience like nothing you would have seen. The music and lighting make the natural surroundings a visual treat. 

Why Visit It?

• Authentic Indonesian-way of cooking
• Luxury gastro bar
• Rustic and flavourful cooking techniques.
• Light show

Menus:

1. Food Menu: Features charcoal-fired grilled meats, seafood, and vegetables. The restaurant uses veggies from its garden and sources locally. I recommend any of the fresh fish from the menu, it was the tastiest we tried in Ubud.

Akar Contact:

Location: K Club, Jalan Raya Cebok, Kedisan, Tegallalang, Ubud – Google Maps

13. BLANCO Par Mandif Ubud

BLANCO Par Mandif offers an innovative twist on Indonesian food. The cultures of its international customers inspire it.

The restaurant is located in the centre of Ubud in Bali in the Blanco Renaissance Museum complex. It’s next to the famous Campuhan bridge. 

Every seat in the restaurant overlooks the kitchen, which is right in front of the dining area. This setup makes for a nice and lively atmosphere, allowing guests to interact with the staff. I suggest visiting this restaurant for a special night out, as it is more on the formal side.

Why Visit It?

• Innovative Indonesian meals with artful presentations
• Tasting menus
• Elegant and intimate setting

Menus:

The restaurant uses fresh and local ingredients.

Alongside their bread, instead of butter, it offers sambal made from green chilli and green tomato, as well as sambal made from red tomato. 

When dining at the restaurant, you have the option to select from a tasting menu featuring seven or eight courses.

BLANCO Par Mandif Contact:

Location: Kompleks Museum Blanco, Jl. Raya Tjampuhan, Ubud – Google Maps

14. Kyoka

Located in the heart of Ubud, Kyoka serves traditional and modern Japanese food from Kyoto.

The restaurant has ties to Japan for over 40 years. It’s passionate about Japanese food, art, and culture. This aspect is evident in its menu and décor. 

The interior design is a mix of contemporary, vintage, and antique Japanese elements that create a unique atmosphere. 

Additionally, the restaurant follows sustainable practices in its cocktail-making process, ensuring that no ingredient goes to waste. From its cordials to bitters, infusions, and garnishes, every aspect of its cocktails is eco-friendly. My tip is to arrive a little earlier to enjoy a cocktail before starting your meal.

Why Visit It?

• Sophisticated setting with laid-back ambience
• Signature cocktail menu
• Selection of Japanese whiskies and sake

Menus:

1. Main Menu
2. Drinks Menu
3. Happy Hour (Cocktails Menu)

Kyoka Contact:

Location: Jl. Dewisita, Ubud – Google Maps

15. Syrco BASÈ

Syrco BASÈ brings together Chef Syrco Bakker’s distinctive cooking style and beliefs: knowing where the food comes from, being honest about it, and respecting nature.

The restaurant creates fair and sustainable partnerships with producers, farmers, and communities. It works closely with them at every stage of the process.

Why Visit It?

A mix of Balinese, Indonesian, and broader Asian cooking traditions resulting in a unique dining experience. I love how this restaurant uses produce from it’s own garden which can be viewed from the dining room.

Menus:

The restaurant has three dining spaces. The menu varies at each venue.

1. Syrco BASÈ Ku: Provides an exclusive dining experience limited to just fourteen guests. The dining experience lasts for over three hours.

2. Syrco BASÈ Restaurant: This is a two-story dining place. Downstairs, big windows show the beautiful nature outdoors. Upstairs, there’s a cosy lounge where you can enjoy drinks like aperitifs, different wines, cocktails, and more.

3. BAR at Syrco BASÈ: Offers seating for up to twenty guests.

Syrco BASÈ Contact:

Location: Jl. Sri Wedari No.72, Ubud – Google Maps

What is Special About the Restaurants in Ubud?

Eating in Ubud reflects the essence of Bali itself. 

It harmoniously blends tradition and innovation, and sustainability and indulgence. All of these aspects are set against beautiful and calm natural backdrops.

This combination is truly unique and makes dining a memorable experience.

1. Balinese Influence

Many upscale restaurants in Ubud prioritise using authentic Balinese spices and following Balinese cooking techniques. It’s like savouring Bali’s culture.

2. Innovative Fusion Cuisine

Many fine-dining restaurants in Ubud blend Indonesian flavours with international culinary trends. For example, you might find dishes like Balinese-inspired tacos or sushi rolls with a tropical twist. 

These innovative combinations bring new dimensions to traditional recipes. 

3. Sustainable Dining Practices

A majority of venues in Ubud source ingredients either from their garden or local farms to support nearby farmers and minimise their carbon footprint. 

Some may follow eco-friendly practices like composting organic waste or using renewable energy sources. 

These sustainable practices align with Ubud’s eco-conscious ethos.

4. Scenic Ambience

Restaurants in Ubud often boast stunning settings like lush gardens, rice terraces, or riverside views. Such picturesque backdrops enhance the dining experience.

5. Cultural Immersion

Many restaurants in Ubud feature traditional dance performances, Balinese-inspired decor, or local artwork in their dining experience. These cultural activities allow guests to connect with the island’s rich heritage while enjoying exquisite cuisine.