BEST RESTAURANTS

BEST RESTAURANTS

Clover Café

Clover Café is a delightful sanctuary offering a momentary retreat from the hustle and bustle and is the ideal place to visit in Ubud. This café welcomes you with its relaxed atmosphere and irresistible offerings, making it a perfect retreat for anyone seeking a tranquil moment. The café’s interior exudes a refreshing ambience, creating a serene retreat from the city’s heat. With its airy layout and cooling décor, Clover Café invites patrons to linger and unwind, whether alone with a book or in the company of friends.

At Clover Café, coffee enthusiasts are treated to an array of locally sourced blends, each meticulously brewed to deliver a sensory awakening. Whether you prefer a robust espresso or a smooth latte, the café caters to all palates, ensuring every sip is a delight. Pair your coffee with delectable sweet treats crafted to complement your beverage perfectly.

Clover Café

The Hava Ubud Jalan Raya Penestanan, Sayan, Ubud, Bali 80571, Indonesia

Waatu Bali


Chef James Viles has thoughtfully crafted yet laid-back Waatu, a thoughtful eatery in Uluwatu inspired by local ingredients from the Indonesian archipelago. The food is cooked over coals, bringing a unique depth of flavour to each dish. The restaurant’s approach blends tradition with modernity, offering a distinctive dining experience that reflects the essence of Indonesia.

Cooking with coals at Waatu requires careful planning and skill. It enhances the ingredients’ natural flavours, connecting humans to their primal instincts and making dining at Waatu a truly immersive experience. Among the popular dishes is the Negima, a type of yakitori featuring marinated chicken thighs and young spring onions cooked over charcoal. This dish exemplifies the skill and patience required for cooking over coals, a primal technique that resonates deeply with our culinary roots.

Waatu Bali

The Ungasan Clifftop Resort
Jalan Pantai Selatan Gau, Ungasan, Bali 80361, Indonesia

Kintaro Sushi

Kintaro Sushi raises the standards of the sushi dining experience. The stunning décor transports you to Japan from the moment you step inside, leading you through a serene Japanese garden adorned with a charming red bridge.

One standout appetiser on the menu is the Nori Nachos. Featuring thinly sliced grilled beef, garlic chips, mayo and tobiko, this dish is both crispy and irresistible. However, the true highlight is the Build Your Own Moriawase. Guests can delight in a selection of miniature wooden bridges while enjoying options like gyu hotate, enagawa quail egg foie gras, enagawa unagi, tamago spicy gyu, salmon spicy floss and salmon hotate yuzu.

Kintaro Sushi

Jalan Suryo No.20, Jakarta 12180

Cretya Ubud

At Cretya Ubud by Alas Harum Bali, guests are invited to feast their eyes on a visual splendour where dining and socialising come alive amidst lush green rice terraces. The restaurant and day club offers a unique blend of excitement and natural beauty. Upon arrival, visitors are greeted with the breathtaking sight of the verdant rice terraces, complemented by three layered azure blue pools.

The atmosphere is further elevated by daily DJ performances, creating an ambience that is both lively and tranquil. This harmonious blend of natural beauty and entertainment makes Cretya Ubud a distinctive destination for those looking to escape the city’s hustle and bustle. Here, one can savour mouth-watering cuisine that promises to elevate the taste buds. Among the culinary delights is the enticing 350g rib-eye, grilled to perfection, offering a tender and flavourful experience that melts in the mouth.

Cretya Ubud
Jalan Raya Tegallalang, Ubud Bali 80561, Indonesia

Twelve Chinese Dining

Twelve Chinese Dining offers a captivating journey to the east, where flavour and artistry intertwine, inspired by the Shengxiao or Twelve Chinese Zodiacs. Whether you’re indulging in a sumptuous meal or enjoying a glass of wine, the enchanting ambiance invites you to relax and savour every moment.

The menu at Twelve Chinese Dining showcases a delightful fusion that beautifully melds Chinese and Japanese culinary traditions. Try the comforting Sichuan Mapo Nasu, featuring tender Japanese eggplant and beef stew with beans, served alongside delicate sōmen noodles. If you’re in the mood for classic fare, the TWELVE Fried Rice is a timeless favourite, perfectly paired with their crispy peking duck and zesty wasabi dipping sauce.

Twelve Chinese Dining

Jalan Dr. Kusuma Atmaja No.75, Jakarta 10310

Kayuputi Restaurant


Kayuputi Restaurant, a 13-time Wine Spectator award winner, offers a premier dining experience in Bali with its Asian-influenced haute cuisine and impressive wine list, all set against the backdrop of the Indian Ocean. The restaurant, open for lunch and dinner, is renowned for its eight-course degustation menu. Kayuputi takes pride in the Nyegara Gunung menu, which features dishes like yellowfin tuna rujak bulung representing the sea and spice-marinated Wagyu beef picanha representing the land. Other notable dishes include Jembrana mud-crab flat dumplings, a vegan zucchini dish from Plaga farm and hazelnut gianduja for dessert by Chef Vincent Stopin.

Weekend brunches at Kayuputi are also exceptional, elevating the casual meal to a luxurious experience. The restaurant’s outstanding wine selection offers perfect pairings for its dishes. Guests can also enjoy the Kayuputi Champagne Bar or select a fine cigar from the humidor, adding to the overall refined dining experience.

Kayuputi Restaurant

The St. Regis Bali Resort
ITDC Nusa Dua, Bali 80363, Indonesia

Kuta Social Club

Perched atop Bali’s skyline, Kuta Social Club is the island’s premier rooftop pool club. By day, it offers a vibrant menu that celebrates Bali’s rich culinary heritage, highlighting fresh, locally sourced ingredients that thrive in the island’s balmy climate. As dusk descends, the atmosphere transitions into a lively social hub, fostering connections among friends, old and new.

The evening experience at Kuta Social Club embraces the spirit of togetherness, inviting guests to share delicious dishes designed for communal enjoyment. Against the backdrop of the rooftop infinity pool, guests can unwind in the shade of cabanas or on plush daybeds, all while enjoying panoramic views of Kuta’s vibrant coastline and shimmering waters. The club provides a unique retreat where guests can relax in style, surrounded by a dynamic ambience that seamlessly evolves from day to night. Whether lounging by the pool or mingling with fellow patrons, Kuta Social Club offers an unparalleled setting to unwind and soak in the essence of Bali’s social scene.

Kuta Social Club

MAMAKA by Ovolo
Jalan Pantai Kuta, Legian, Kuta, Bali 80361, Indonesia

Common Grounds Terra

Crowds have been eagerly flocking to Common Grounds Terra, but it’s not just the brand’s signature café experience that’s enticing them. With the simultaneous launch of the Menteng Tennis Club, Common Grounds’ latest venture, a visit to this newly opened space now comes with the added thrill of playing on a sleek tennis court right next to the café.

Guests can fill their stomachs with their all-time favourite, spaghetti with cream sauce. This delightful dish features fresh mushrooms that impart a lovely earthy flavour to the creamy yet light pasta, perfectly topped with succulent chicken for that extra protein boost. Try the British classic Bangers and Mash, featuring smoky house-made sausages perched atop a bed of velvety mashed potatoes, generously drizzled with rich gravy and garnished with crispy kale, sweet roasted peppers and onions.

Common Grounds Terra

Jalan Surabaya No.8, Jakarta 10310

Pier Eight

Pier Eight offers a culinary experience that blends international flavours with local ingredients, situated at the luxurious InterContinental Bali Sanur Resort. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, the restaurant provides a sophisticated yet relaxed dining atmosphere.
Guests can enjoy a variety of dishes crafted with meticulous attention to detail, highlighting both traditional Balinese cuisine and contemporary global influences. With its spacious layout and tasteful décor, the restaurant caters to both intimate dinners and larger gatherings, including private events. Pier Eight’s ocean-facing terrace adds to the ambience, offering diners picturesque views alongside their meal, making it a great spot for a distinctive culinary journey.

Pier Eight
InterContinental Bali Sanur Resort Jalan Kusuma Sari, Sanur Bali 80228, Indonesia

KO Restaurant

KO Restaurant at the InterContinental Bali Resort is renowned for its authentic and contemporary Japanese cuisine. Situated in its own dedicated wing, the restaurant beautifully integrates Japanese design elements with elegant Balinese touches, creating a unique dining atmosphere.

For an interactive dining experience, guests can opt for one of the two teppanyaki counters, where skilled chefs prepare meals with theatrical flair. The main dining area offers a more intimate setting, ideal for savouring fresh sushi, sashimi, tempura and other Japanese delicacies. Each dish is meticulously prepared, showcasing the high quality and flavours of the ingredients. After dinner, the cocktail lounge offers an impressive selection of sake and other beverages, providing the perfect spot to unwind. Whether you’re a fan of teppanyaki or prefer a quieter dining experience, KO Restaurant delivers an exceptional culinary journey.

KO Restaurant

InterContinental Bali Resort
Jalan Uluwatu, Jimbaran, Bali 80361, Indonesia