Cafe · Ubud
Babi Guling Ibu Oka
$$$ Busy 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (Lunch) Found on Google Maps 2 Oct 2026
Babi Guling Ibu Oka is Ubud's most famous suckling pig warung, catapulted to international fame following high praise from late chef Anthony Bourdain. The time-honored recipe involves whole suckling pig seasoned with traditional bumbu spices—including turmeric, lemongrass, shallots, and garlic—slow-roasted over coconut husks until extraordinarily tender. Each signature rice platter arrives loaded with succulent pork meat, crispy glassy crackling, spiced pork sausage, and fiery vegetable lawar overlooking a lush river gorge.
Insider tips
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Order the 'Pisah' Platter. Opt for the 'Nasi Babi Guling Pisah' (where roast pork, crispy skin, soup, and rice are served on separate plates) for a more generous serving of crackling and meat.
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Arrive for the Lunch Carve. Freshly roasted pigs arrive mid-morning; visit between 11:00 AM and 12:30 PM to guarantee you receive the freshest cuts and prime crispy skin before it sells out.
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Request Extra Crispy Skin. If you love crackling, ask the server for an extra side order of 'kulit' when placing your order, as supplies are strictly limited each day.
Good to know
- Opening Hours & Stock
- Open daily from 11:00 AM until sold out (usually between 4:00 PM and 5:00 PM); carry cash or QRIS as card terminals can be unreliable.
- Spice Level
- The traditional bumbu stuffing and sambal carry serious chili heat; diners with lower spice tolerance should request the sambal on the side.