Presenting the 25 best restaurants in Indonesia, in alphabetical order.
Amuz Gourmet
Jakarta’s longtime go-to for incredible French fare is this dining room helmed by chef Gilles Marx, who opened the authentic outpost in 2010 and has kept it buzzing ever since.
Apéritif
This romantic Ubud resto is no casual affair, rather the spot for date night degustation menus that include a vegan option and occasional collabs with chefs from around the globe.
August Jakarta
Contemporary fine dining, but with an Indonesian twist. This awarded restaurant led by chef Hans Christian specialises in sleekly presented small-plate morsels.
Barō Pizzeria
Casual and “can’t live without it” describe this pizza joint in Canggu from the same crew as Barō Bakery, which churns out the island’s best breads.
Bartolo
A slice of Europe in Uluwatu, this intimate neighborhood joint makes a mean old fashioned aged in a bamboo shoot, plus simply yummy French bistro fare.
Dome
Vibrant design only enhances dinners at Desa Potato Head’s laid-back eatery with shared plates made with hyperlocal ingredients by chef Diego Recarte, plus a great selection of natural wines.
ESA Restaurant
This fascinating restaurant by chef-owner Aditya Muskita traces Indonesian history to the present day by combining classic flavours and ingredients with global influences.
Fed by Made
Surprising, sublime, special: every dinner at Fed 2.0 in Seminyak—by rising Balinese young gun chef Made Dhanu—is as exciting for the tastebuds as it is for the other senses.
Home by Chef Wayan
Nusa Penida born and raised, chef Wayan Kresna Yasa’s gourmet take on hyper-local soul food is instantly and overwhelmingly addictive.
Hujan Locale
This Ubud staple by chef/ restaurateur Will Meyrick is a genuine expression of the diversity and delectability of Indonesian cuisine—with plenty of fun twists, too.
Il Ristorante—Luca Fantin at Bulgari Resort Bali
Exclusive and exquisite are apt descriptors of this elegant, seasonal fine-dining experience, a journey featuring superior imported ingredients in plates that are almost too pretty to eat.
John Hardy The Long Table, The Kitchen & The Jamu Bar
Beneath the lovely John Hardy boutique and gallery in Seminyak is a stunning dining experience of family-style feasting Indo-style, complete with what just may be the best crispy duck on the island.
Kaum
Tucked inside Potato Head Beach Club, this stunningly crafted eatery is the result of an intrepid team of foodies traveling around Indonesia to learn regional cooking techniques.
Kubu at Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
Effervescent, innovative and environmentally aware Balinese chef Eka Sunarya leads with inspiration in the zero-waste kitchen of this fine-dining restaurant in Sayan.
Locavore NXT
An extensive and hyperlocal tasting menu full of gloriously obscure ingredients—with the option to overnight at the connected cabins in Ubu—by Locavore chefs Eelke Plasmeijer and Ray Adriansyah.
Lulu Bistrot
Canggu’s favorite French bistro combines classic Parisian-style dishes with seasonal Bali-grown ingredients for charming meals that taste far pricier than they are.
M. Mason
This Canggu staple—now in Uluwatu, too—is an impeccable choice for flame-kissed meats and veg with a Mediterranean lean that pair with exceptional cocktails under twinkly lights.
Makan Dulu
Sumbanese-inflected Indonesian food with the added bonus of a feel-good story: it’s part of the Sumba Hospitality Foundation and is staffed by eager students.
Mauri Restaurant
A little bit of Italy in Bali, Mauri Restaurant in Seminyak is a fine-dining ode to Puglia, known in part for its decadent Sunday brunch.
Mil’s Kitchen Jogja
In Jogjakarta, this modern-yet-homey restaurant is a treat for the whole family, with international favorites on the menu alongside progressive Indonesian dishes.
Nusantara by Locavore
An established—and adored—concept by the Locavore duo, along with a kitchen full of cooks from around the archipelago, celebrates and elevates regional Indonesian fare.
Pantja
This Jakarta CBD establishment is no stranger to ‘best’ lists with its creative libations, fresh house-made pastas and open-fire cooking, not to mention an impeccable vibe.
Room4Dessert
Renowned pastry chef Will Goldfarb pulls out all the stops for his acclaimed experience in Ubud, where prix fixe menus feature playful flavors and presentations.
Rumari at Raffles Bali
An evening at Rumari—set high above Jimbaran Bay—isn’t simply a meal, it’s an edible adventure through imaginative courses that reference Balinese cuisine and culture.
Syrco Base
In Ubud, guests of this farm-to-table restaurant by a Dutch chef and veteran of Michelin-starred restaurants can enjoy a degustation of up to 17 courses—even a plant-based choice.
Discover all of our T+L Tastemakers 2024 winning bars and restaurants here.
Lede and hero image courtesy of Bvlgari Hotels & Resorts.
The information in this article is accurate as of the date of publication.
We may earn an affiliate commission when you shop through links on our site.
Written By
Kathryn Romeyn
Kathryn Romeyn is an American writer, editor and podcast host based in Bali, Indonesia. A travel journalist ..Read More
