For Fine-Dining Foodies, Culinary Travellers & Everyone Who Googles Menus Before Booking Flights

Bali may be laid-back in vibe, but when it comes to food?
It’s bold, globally influenced, and increasingly Michelin-worthy.

While the Michelin Guide has not officially launched in Indonesia yet, many Bali restaurants have earned Michelin Plate or Michelin-recommended status through international acclaim, chef pedigree, and consistency in service and innovation.

So, whether you’re craving a degustation dinner under a canopy of stars, refined renditions of Indonesian classics, or a surprise course featuring fermented jackfruit and edible flowers, these are the places to dress up for.

Here’s your curated list of Michelin-recommended or internationally acclaimed fine dining restaurants in Bali for 2025:

1. Locavore

📍 Ubud
Locavore is Bali’s flagship for fine, sustainable dining, known for creative tasting menus that spotlight local ingredients and modern Indonesian storytelling.

Highlights:

  • 7–10 course degustation menus

  • House-fermented sauces, wild-foraged greens, and protein alternatives

  • Vegetarian-forward “Herbivore” tasting available

Sustainability: Everything is locally sourced, no imports.
Best for: Culinary purists, conscious travelers, and anniversary dinners.

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2. BLANCO Par Mandif

📍 Ubud
Helmed by Indonesian celebrity chef Mandif Warokka, this intimate 8-seat restaurant offers high-end Indonesian gastronomy with French finesse.

Expect:

  • Elegant reinterpretations of dishes like rendang, rawon, and soto

  • Optional wine or mocktail pairing

  • Personalized chef interaction

Insider Tip: Reserve at least 1 week in advance, it’s tiny and always booked.

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3. Apéritif Restaurant & Bar

📍 Ubud
Glamorous, 1920s-style interiors meet global tasting menus. Apéritif offers a multi-sensory dining experience, perfect for special nights.

Highlights:

  • 8-course tasting menu

  • Dishes span Europe, Indonesia, and beyond

  • One of Bali’s most photogenic dining rooms

Don’t skip: Their in-house cocktail bar for pre-dinner drinks.

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4. Kubu at Mandapa, A Ritz-Carlton Reserve

📍 Ubud
Fine dining in cocoon-shaped bamboo pods overlooking the Ayung River. Kubu specializes in Mediterranean–European cuisine and impeccable service.

Menu Faves:

  • Lobster ravioli

  • Beef tenderloin with truffle jus

  • House-made pastas

Ideal for: Romantic dinners, honeymooners, and luxury lovers.

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5. Mauri

📍 Seminyak
Run by Puglian chef Maurizio Bombini, this modern Italian restaurant blends southern Italy with island ingredients, think burrata with jackfruit chutney.

Highlights:

  • Seasonal tasting menus & à la carte

  • Wine cellar with 100+ labels

  • Sleek interiors and rooftop herb garden

Perfect for: Date nights with a modern twist.

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6. Kayuputi at The St. Regis Bali Resort

📍 Nusa Dua
Overlooking the beach, Kayuputi is an elegant pan-Asian fine dining experience inside a luxury resort.

Best Known For:

  • Sunday Champagne brunch (legendary)

  • Caviar tasting

  • Lobster and wagyu mains

Dress Code: Resort chic or formal. This is not your flip-flop dinner.

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7. Cuca

📍 Jimbaran
A creative tapas-style restaurant using 100% Indonesian ingredients, served with flair. Expect flavor bombs on small plates, meant for sharing.

Signature Dishes:

  • BBQ octopus

  • Bali-grown mushroom croquettes

  • Coconut-based desserts

Kid-friendly: Surprisingly, yes. They even offer a “Cuca for Kids” set.

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8. Room4Dessert

📍 Ubud
Created by El Bulli-trained chef Will Goldfarb, this dessert-first restaurant is a global sensation.

Format:

  • Multi-course plated desserts

  • Garden-grown herbs, edible flowers

  • Natural wines & wild fermentation

Tip: Try the full tasting journey, it’s sweet, savory, weird, and genius.

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9. Sushi Ichizawa

📍 Seminyak
This omakase-style sushi bar offers Tokyo-level precision and uses both Japanese and Balinese seafood in an intimate, minimalist setting.

Why It Stands Out:

  • Limited 10 seats

  • Chef Ichizawa personally crafts each bite

  • Sea urchin, toro, and pickled bamboo perfection

Best For: Sushi lovers, anniversary splurges, and luxury nomads.

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10. Mejekawi by Ku De Ta (Reopening TBC 2025)

📍 Seminyak
This fine-dining arm of Bali’s legendary Ku De Ta beach club brings modern technique to traditional Indonesian dishes when it’s open.

Keep an eye out: It’s been undergoing changes, but could return in 2025 with a reimagined tasting experience.

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Bali’s Top Fine Dining Restaurants Worthy of a Michelin Star (But Not Officially Starred)

RestaurantLocationRecognitionsWhy It’s Worth the Hype
Locavore NXTUbudAsia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025, Sustainable Restaurant AwardUltra-creative tasting menus, local ingredients, food forest, fermentation
Room4DessertUbudNetflix’s Chef’s Table, Asia’s 50 Best BarsMulti-course dessert tasting, jungle vibes, unique cocktails
Mozaic Restaurant GastronomiqueUbudPreviously in Asia’s 50 Best, reopened with new tasting experiencesFrench-Balinese fusion, chef’s table, seasonal produce
BLANCO par MandifUbudKnown in fine-dining circles, TripAdvisor Travelers' ChoiceHigh-end Indonesian tasting menu in an intimate riverside setting
CucaJimbaranRecognized by critics & Asia-based foodiesCreative tapas, garden setting, sustainability-focused
Koral RestaurantNusa DuaInstagram-famous, luxury hotel diningBali’s first underwater-themed fine dining restaurant
ApéritifUbudAsia’s 50 Best Discovery List, Luxe Awards1920s colonial-inspired, 8-course degustation, wine cellar
Merah PutihSeminyakStylish ambiance, acclaimed by food pressElevated Indonesian cuisine in a dramatic architectural setting
SardineSeminyakFrequently listed in gourmet travel magsOrganic ingredients, open-air dining, rice field views
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Why Doesn’t Bali Have Michelin Stars?

Because the Michelin Guide has not launched in Indonesia, and Michelin only awards stars in countries it officially covers.

Michelin Star ≠ Food Quality Alone
Michelin awards are based on anonymous inspections, consistency, and specific standards across categories. Until Indonesia is added to their covered destinations (like Thailand, Singapore, or Japan), no restaurant can earn a Michelin star here, even if it’s world-class.

Where to Book for a Michelin-Level Experience in 2025

Diner TypeGo To…
Foodie on a missionLocavore NXT, Mozaic, Apéritif
Dessert loverRoom4Dessert
Romantic dinner seekersKoral, Sardine, BLANCO par Mandif
Group dining with styleCuca, Merah Putih
Sustainability-focused eatersLocavore NXT, Cuca

Insider Dining Tips for Bali

  • Book in advance — top-tier restaurants get reserved weeks ahead, especially in Ubud and Seminyak.

  • Dress smart casual — flip-flops and boardshorts are not welcome at most fine-dining venues.

  • Ulacab it smart — skip the scooter stress and use a private Ulacab transfer so you can enjoy wine pairings and arrive right on time.

Michelin May Not Be in Bali, But the Flavors Are 

If you’re chasing stars, don’t wait for Michelin to catch up. Bali’s chefs are already delivering bold flavors, fine-dining atmospheres, and global recognition.

Book that table. Order the tasting menu. And let Ulacab get you there without the hassle.

Need a ride to Bali’s top restaurants?
Use Ulacab for seamless, stylish transport across Ubud, Seminyak, Nusa Dua, and beyond.

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FAQ's

No. Michelin has not launched in Indonesia yet. But many restaurants are Michelin-worthy.

Look for restaurants listed on Asia’s 50 Best, World’s 50 Best Discovery, or those run by chefs featured on Netflix’s Chef’s Table.

The original closed in 2023. Locavore NXT is the new concept and it’s open.

Anywhere from USD 60–200+ per person for tasting menus, depending on wine pairings and location.