In this blog, we’ve handpicked 13 of the most unique restaurants in Ubud. Each of them offers something extraordinary.
Ubud is home to some of Bali’s most intriguing restaurants. In these venues, dining is more than just a meal. From unforgettable ambience to different expressions of sustainability, these spots push the boundaries of dining.
Such a list is hard to find online. We have curated this list to lend an interesting twist to your dining experience in Ubud.
Apéritif Restaurant
Apéritif Restaurant is part of the prestigious Viceroy Bali resort. Its menu is a fusion of international and Indonesian flavours, complemented by an exceptional wine list. This popular Ubud fine dining venue also offers the assistance of a sommelier to ensure impeccable food-wine pairings. For fine dining in Ubud, Apéritif Restaurant is the go-to name.
Uniqueness.
- Art Deco Charm
The restaurant’s décor blends vintage charm and modern luxury. This unique sophistication extends across three dining areas — Main dining, Chef’s Table, and the private saloon.
- Michelin Collaborations
Apéritif Restaurant curates unique evening sessions by partnering with Michelin chefs, including Chef Guillaume Galliot, Chef Benoit Dewitte, Chef Julien Royer, Chef Arnaud Dunand Sauthier, and Chef Thijs Meliefste. These collaborations give the opportunity to have a Michelin Star experience in Ubud.
- Award-winning
The restaurant has received several awards and accolades and is recognised as one of the Best Restaurants in Ubud by multiple publications.
Merlin’s
Merlin’s combines a restaurant, theatre, and magic shop into one captivating & unique restaurant in Ubud. It is the world’s first restaurant where “the food chooses you“.
Uniqueness
Mystical and Magical Dining
You can either choose the à la carte menu or the Food Oracle Experience. If you choose the latter, a merlin guides you through a mystical tarot card reading to decide your meal. The cards determine a bespoke menu for you.
The magic shop offers mystical items like energy-enhancing jewellery and sacred scents. Plus, magicians add extra allure to the dining experience.
Clear Cafe
Clear Cafe is a health-conscious and eccentric restaurant in Ubud. Its menu offers vegan, vegetarian and pescatarian options to cater to a wider audience.
Uniqueness
Healthy Eating and Conscious Living
Clear Cafe aims to make healthy living delicious and enjoyable. It offers a serene environment, featuring fish ponds, a wooden spiral staircase, open roof, marigold flower decoration and floor seating. The café approaches wellness holistically. It plans to launch its apothecaries and wellness centres. It is a destination for those who view food as medicine.
Room 4 Dessert
Room 4 Dessert takes dessert dining to an entirely new level. The restaurant emphasises the use of medicinal herbs while minimising white sugar and salt. It creates an innovative and health-conscious approach to indulgence.
Uniqueness
Innovative Dessert Experience
Room 4 Dessert offers a unique 15-course tasting menu with mostly sweet courses. You begin with five savoury dishes in the outdoor seating area, move to five sweet creations in the main dining room, and conclude with five petit fours in the garden. This journey makes the dining experience unique.
Yellow Flower Cafe
Yellow Flower Cafe is a quirky open-front café in the Penestanan Hills. Its cosy setting is a popular spot for locals and visitors.
Uniqueness
Local Flavours With a Special Touch
Yellow Flower Cafe is known for its signature Indonesian buffet and à la carte dishes. Each order comes with a complimentary glass of “water of the gods” — the restaurant’s signature flavoured water made from flowers. This unique touch adds to the charm of the experience. The café’s friendly staff, beautiful views, and serene setting make it a standout choice in Ubud. The cafe also has a jewellery shop selling local hand made items.
Layana Warung
Layana Warung is a traditional Balinese eatery with a one of a kind waterfall view. It offers a delightful mix of local and European cuisine.
Uniqueness
Dining With a View
Layana Warung’s speciality is that it offers front-row seats to the breathtaking Layana waterfall. This waterfall is one of the most beautiful in Bali. You can dine, taking in the serene surroundings seated in cosy gazebos. The amiable staff and tranquil setting make it a perfect spot for those looking to dine amidst nature at a reasonable price.
Swept Away
Swept Away is located within The Samaya Ubud resort with front row views of the Ayung river. You can discover a tantalising mix of international and local dishes on the menu.
Uniqueness
Riverside Dining With Jungle Views
Swept Away is unique as it offers stunning views of the Ayung River and the surrounding jungle. You can enjoy meals on a deck that sits just above the river. The restaurant also offers special 100-Candle Dinners. This is a distinctively romantic dining experience in the heart of nature.
The Sayan House
The Sayan House is set in a tasteful garden with one of the best views of the valley and Ayung River.
Uniqueness
Fusion Cuisine With a View
The Sayan House blends Japanese and Latin cuisines. The restaurant’s location on the Sayan Ridge provides diners with breathtaking views of the Ayung River Valley, especially during sunset. The sounds of rustling palm trees add to the natural beauty.
Zest
Zest is a vibrant and eccentric vegan restaurant. If you want tasty vegan dishes in a welcoming community setting, this is the place to visit.
Uniqueness
Vegan Cuisine With a Social Vibe
Zest offers simple and delicious combinations of locally grown whole food and plant-based cuisine. DJs, live music, and panoramic views over Ubud enhance the restaurant’s charm. The restaurant steps above being an eating place; it is a community that celebrates sumptuous plant-based food.
Akar
Akar is a modern and unique dining spot located North of Ubud in a jungle setting. It is calm during the day and turns into a vibrant hotspot in the evening with djs playing jungle beats. The restaurant’s Balinese architecture is wonderful, especially the domed bamboo roof. This hard-to-ignore architecture raises the bar of dining. The open kitchen in the centre is hard to miss. It is a feast for your senses.
Uniqueness
Modern Cuisine in a Vibrant, Jungle-Inspired Setting
Akar delights you with its authentic Indonesian cooking techniques. Its menu includes charcoal-fired grilled meats, seafood, and vegetables. Its highlight is the evening’s enchanting light show and acrobatic performances. This makes dining visually and gastronomically engaging.
Locavore NXT
Locavore NXT is an eco-friendly restaurant with a unique food concept. The ambience is tasteful and laid-back.
The differentiating focus of Locavore NXT is its use of local ingredients.
Uniqueness
Creative and Sustainable Culinary Approach
Locavore prides itself on using locally sourced ingredients. Its menu features innovative dishes that highlight Bali’s flavours and traditions. At the same time, the restaurant is particular about minimising waste throughout its cooking processes. One interesting fact — the restaurant doesn’t import anything; even the plates and furniture are made locally.
Sakti Dining Room
Sakti Dining Room is a plant-based restaurant within the serene Fivelements Retreat. The refined restaurant is located between the soothing Ayung River and lush gardens. The dining experience is about connecting with nature.
Uniqueness
Holistic and Plant-Based Dining
Sakti Dining Room is famous for vegan dining. Its philosophy is centred on harmony with nature. The restaurant views food as a vital element in supporting well-being. Its emphasis on sustainability extends to every aspect of the dining experience, from the ingredients to the eco-friendly preparation methods.
