Discover Bali’s Thriving Food Scene: New Must-Visit Spots in 2025
Bali continues to assert itself as a global culinary hotspot, and 2025 is no exception. This year, food enthusiasts can expect a wave of exciting new venues that range from bistros and interactive dining experiences to chic underground bars. Whether you’re craving traditional Indonesian dishes or creative fusion cuisine, Bali’s dynamic food scene has something to offer every palate.
Enclave Bistro & Lounge: The New Legend of Ubud
Opening in December 2024, Enclave Bistro & Lounge is making waves in Ubud. That bistro, on the lovely Jalan Hanoman, promises the warm elegance of courtesy combined with a carefully edited menu that speaks to bridging the east and the west.
Of course, the menu among the highlights: penne pistachio moringa; fettuccine tuna sambal matah; lobster gratin and of course Angus beef burger; and for everyone from the variety kids' menu, or to the preference-their own specific for vegans and vegetarians, who were not at loss.
It is different from the others because of its atmosphere. It has nightly live music and it is so laid back, similar to southern Bali hubs, so it is really great for dinner but gets really wild at night. "A social destination in Ubud aiming to offer both high quality with comfort, said Prissilia Anggraeni Putri, Enclave's Marketing Manager.
One of the places to see if someone really wants to visit Ubud in 2025 is Enclave Bistro & Lounge, which opens from 11 a.m. till midnight.
Seven Paintings Ubud: Culinary Experience of Artistic Kind
Seven Paintings Ubud reinvents the definition of what dinner will be. A restaurant within the luxurious chapel of Kaamala Resort, it proposes an interactive culinary experience that bestows guests a seven-course dinner inspired by worldwide-known artists - among them the masterpieces created by Banksy, Da Vinci, and Michelangelo.
The art dishes are each individually made to depict the artist's work. Each piece makes the experience of dining multi-faceted. With seating only for 16 per night, please make a reservation ahead of time. The show is from Tuesday through Sunday at 7 p.m. sharp.
More than a meal, Seven Paintings Ubub is an artistic combination of food, imagination, and story. Perfect for something uniquely special in Ubud.
Whisper Cove: Ubud's Secret Speakeasy
Something special for nights when night is calling: Whisper Cove nestled secretly beneath the busy Jalan Hanuman. Old charm intertwined with expertly crafted cocktails and relaxed luxury.
Quite tantalizingly offered at the bar are two signature cocktails: The Golden Butterfly, comprising Ketel One vodka, passion fruit, Pisco, dry vermouth, and a splash of absinthe; or a flashier concoction of white chocolate, Roku gin, maraschino, and a float of red wine in The Geisha.
Operating 6pm to midnight, Tuesday through Sunday, Whisper Cove is poised to be one of the excellent after-dinner unwind spots as well as exciting kickoff venues, its intimate venue and unique offer placing it well at the most intriguing new locations in Ubud.
What's next for Bali?
The silent streets of Ubud are giving way to the southern coast of Bali, where life is vibrant, and the culinary landscape of an island is changing in exciting and inspiring ways: Enclave Bistro & Lounge gives patrons an experience; Seven Paintings Ubud is an immersive experience; and Whisper Cove is a hidden gem that shows Bali is not just about providing meals but it is about moments.
Bali in 2025 is not a visit to feed hunger but to dive into creativity, culture, and connection.
