My
favorite 10 restaurants with spectacular
views in Ubud Bali
Visiting
Bali without going to Ubud is like you don’t go to Bali. As a tourist in Bali, Ubud become an
attraction not for the beaches or bars, but Ubud is famous for its arts, music,
architecture, dance, spiritual retreat, temples, and most iconic
landscapes. I lived in Ubud for almost 3
years on and off. Anytime I visit Bali, I have never skipped
Ubud. The weather is very pleasant compare
to southern Bali (it’s cooler) because its higher elevation. In fact, Ubud is not a traditional Balinese
rural village, nor is it typical of
modern Bali. I try to say Ubud is a
charming Balinese town with anything you need for your vacation. Ubud has many reasonable restaurants with
spectacular views of rice field landscapes, temples, rivers or waterfalls. In Ubud you can find accommodation around
$15- $300 with beautiful Balinese architecture and always with beautiful
tropical garden.
Here are
some my favorite restaurants in Ubud Bali:
1. Babi Guling Ibu Oka
Babi guling, or
suckling pig, is one of Bali’s most famed dishes in Bali. You can find Babi Guling almost anywhere in Bali, but
Ibu Oka is the most famed spot on the island of Bali. The pig is stuffed and infused with a spicy
concoction typically Balinese spices (turmeric, coriander seeds, lemongrass,
black pepper and garlic) after seasoned the pig, it’s ready to be roasted (traditionally
spit-roasted).
Location: Jalan Suweta/Tegal Sari No. 2, Ubud, Indonesia
2.
Fivelements Sakti Dining
Set between the sacred Ayung River and lush
tropical ponds and gardens, Fivelements award-winning Sakti Dining Room™
features a fine dining, eco-luxurious setting.
The food they serve is prepared with love, passion
and attention to detail. Their menu is designed to give optimal plant-based
nutrition and high energy to support your healthy body, mind and soul.
Experience their Signature Chef’s Specialty
Tasting Menus available for lunch and dinner (3, 5 and 7-course menus) or the a
la carte menu sure to surprise and delight a wide array of palates.
Location: Banjar Baturning Ubud, Bali 80352, Indonesia
3.
Bali Buda Ubud
This place still maintains some of the feeling as a yogi, meditation,
healthy places to eat and natural surroundings and feels the new age
atmosphere.
Location:
Jl Jembawan no 1, Ubud, Indonesia
4.
Cafe Lotus Ubud
Located on Ubud’s bustling Main Road (Jalan
Raya), between the Ubud Palace and Museum Puri Lukisan, Cafe Lotus has been an
institution ever since it opened its doors in 1983.
The setting of Cafe Lotus is unique – even by
Balinese standards: a large Lotus pond framed by ancient lowering Jepun or
Plumeria trees and, the most recent addition, an exhibit of several dozens of
blooming orchid plants. One of Ubud’s main temples, Pura Taman Kemuda
Saraswati, completes the scenery; the ambience is simply magical – especially
during twilight hours or dining time.
Phone:
(0361) 975 660
Operating Hours:
8.30 am – 11.00 pm daily except for major Balinese holy days
Breakfast :
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8.30 am – 11.00 am
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Luncheon :
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11.00 am – 6.00 pm
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Tea Time :
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3.00 pm – 5.00 pm
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Cocktails :
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Throughout the day
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Dinner :
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6.00 pm – 10.00pm (last hot food order: 9.45pm)
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5. Casa Luna Restaurant
With its relaxed tropical atmosphere, Casa Luna offers a fine selection
of Balinese and Mediterranean dishes. Situated on the main road just down from
the village market, it is a favorite with visitors from all over the world.
Location: Jalan Raya Ubud, Kec. Gianyar, Bali 80571,
Indonesia
Phone: +62 361 977409
Open: 8 am- 11 pm
6.
Swept Away at the Samaya
This place is an ideal setting to
allow you to slow down and relax. With
its comfortable “lounge” furniture, combined with the cooling breeze from the
river creates a peaceful ambiance and perfect for a glass cocktail or two, or
an ice cold beer.
For lunch the menu is relaxed,
light and healthy, a mixture of salads, sandwiches and local fare.
In the late afternoons a small
bites menu, best described as “Asian Tapas.” And more.
In the evenings the menu is modern
eclectic, with an adventurous flare. The atmosphere stays tranquil and relaxed
but the setting morphs into an enchanting and romantic playground; abound with
sensual foods, fine wines and cocktails.
Location:
Banjar Baung, Desa Sayan, Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali
80571, Indonesia
7.
KE-PI-TU
Restaurant at The Kayon Resort
The Restaurant is set in the eficentrum of the
resort with 180 degrees view over the pool and jungle landscape creates an
ambiance perfect for an iced cold beer and cocktails. Designed with Kayon
shaped using wood, bamboo and Alang-Alang Grass roof creates a Truly Ubud
atmosphere.
The lunch menu is light and healthy, a mixture
of sandwich and salads. In the evening the menu is mixed western, Asian and
Signature KEPITU menu with Balinese Royal setting with weekly Culture Diner
program.
Location: Banjur Kepitu, Desa Tagalalang, Ubud 80571
Contact: +62 361 4792553
Price Range: Dishes from $7.50 to $15
Opening Hours: 7am to 11pm
8.
Bebek Tepi Sawah Restaurant
Indonesian specialties, afternoon tea and
cocktails are served at the Bebek Tepi Sawah Restaurant. Enjoy a wide selection of cuisine, ranging
from contemporary western and innovative Indonesian or Balinese specialties in
a fresh atmosphere within the environment of the real Bali's Village.
Location: Jalan Raya Goa Gajah, Br. Tegas Peliatan Ubud
Bali 80571
Contact: +62 361 975656
Price Range: Dishes from $4 to $8
Opening Hours: 10am to 10pm
9.
Murni’s Warung
Location: Jalan Raya Campuan Ubud Bali 80571
Contact: +62 361 975233
Price Range: Dishes from $3 to $5
Opening Hours: 8am to 11pm
Since opening as a Warung (roadside stall) in 1974, Murni's has grown to four levels
running down the river's edge. (Book a table at the bottom for the best views.)
The menu has also grown, adding Indonesian and Western choices, but the
foundation remains Balinese, with local standards like ayam betutu (spicy roast
chicken), babi guling (roast pork), and black rice pudding, plus rarer
specialties such as smoked curry duck. It's great for lunch and dinner. I come here a lot and bring my friends.
10. Bridges
Bali
Bridges is one of the best restaurants in
Ubud and Bali for a romantic dining experience.
Located in the charming Ubud village, bridges Bali
is a casual fine dining restaurant, wine bar and shop as well as
exhibition and event space.
Locaton: Jalan Campuhan, Ubud, Bali 80581
Contact: +62 361 970095
