Fine Dining · Ubud
Nusantara by Locavore
$$ Busy 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Dinner) Found on Google Maps 1 Oct 2026
Nusantara by Locavore is an intimate, critically acclaimed dining destination in Ubud dedicated entirely to honoring authentic culinary traditions across the Indonesian archipelago. Created by the culinary team behind Locavore, the restaurant showcases lesser-known regional recipes sourced with 100% domestic ingredients and zero chemical flavor enhancers. Meals are served family-style for sharing, highlighting slow-cooked heritage dishes from Sumatra to Maluku alongside an exquisite flight of handcrafted regional sambals.
Insider tips
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The Regional Sambal Flight. Savor the complimentary artisanal sambal sampler served with kerupuk crackers, which showcases rare regional chili recipes from Aceh, Java, Maluku, and Bali.
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Family-Style Rijsttafel. Order several smaller shared plates across different Indonesian islands to experience the contrasting culinary profiles of sumatran coconut curries, javanese braises, and eastern seafood.
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Artisanal Botanical Cocktails. Complement your dinner with creative cocktails infused with local Balinese arak, spiced syrups, wild ginger, and indigenous tropical fruits.
Good to know
- Reservations & Seating
- Advance reservations are essential as the dining room is intimate; choose an early 6:00 PM sitting or an 8:30 PM sitting to secure weekend tables.
- Dress Code & Transport
- Smart casual attire is appropriate; parking on narrow Jalan Sukma is virtually nonexistent, so arrive by scooter, taxi, or on foot.