Pod Bali Chocolate opened its doors to the public in the year 2010 and has since been committed to making the best of chocolates. The place is divided into a cafe, shop and chocolate factory, so you can get a feel of how chocolate is produced and also purchase what you like the best. The chocolate here is produced organically, using eco-friendly methods for procuring ingredients. The place has a country side vibe to it, enveloped in the delicious aromas of cocoa, inviting you to a wonderful experience.
The next time you crave a snack in Ubud, stop by for a bite of some of the finest vegan desserts at Alchemy. The first vegan restaurant in Bali, Alchemy serves up a plethora of delectable desserts that look like quite the milk, flour and cream laden treats that they hardly are. Take a bite and you will most likely not believe that they are made from rudimentary, yet healthy ingredients such as raw cacao, coconut sugar, stevia, gluten-free oats and other organically rich components. Some of the desserts that must be tried to be believed are the Peanut Butter Cup, Lemon Coconut and the Cacao Pow. While Alchemy serves a ton of savory items that are delicious as well, few match up to the decadence of their desserts.
CarameL Patisserie & Cafe is all out to impress you with its vast collection of dynamic desserts. From cakes to macaroons and from pastries to tea and coffee, this quaint cafe is here to stay. The vibe of this place is truly upscale, contradictory to its reasonable prices. The chefs here believe that endings must be sweet and so they strive to continuously maintain their standards when it comes to producing toothsome desserts; showcasing an unmatched quality. For those who love the sugar rush and for those who love pampering their sweet tooth, CarameL Patisserie & Cafe, is your place to be.
This cute coffee shop located a little to the north of Denpasar not only serves great coffee, but is also the go-to spot for anyone with a sweet tooth. If you're out exploring this side of Bali, take a short break and make a quick stop by this pretty cafe. Coffees come in various forms, from intense espressos and light lattes, to flavored hazelnut and caramel ones. But what you really want to stay here for are the creative shakes and frappes, such as the Cookies & Cream Frappe, the Nutella Freakshake, and Peanut Butter Freakshake.
From the founders of the pioneering Kare Warisan comes this new dining concept in Seminyak which has caused quite a stir. Metis is a modernist 200-seat fine dining establishment featuring a private cellar, patisserie and lounge. It offers a high-class inventive menu of classic French and Mediterranean dishes. There are lunch and dinner set menus and a la carte selections which include Pacific coral trout, ricotta agnolotti and succulent roasted lamb. All are presented artfully, and the service is exquisite but not too fussy. A large dessert list features temptations galore, and if that's not enough, Metis boasts what may be Bali's most extensive fine wine selection. Come here for a fabulous fine dining experience that doesn't come cheap, but is well worth a one time splurge.
Gardin Bistro & Patisserie one of the few themed eateries in town, that have garnered a lot of attention. This place is quite similar to a greenhouse, set in a peaceful spot, surrounded by lush green forestry. The food here is both artistic and delicious, featuring the true culinary talents of the Balinese chefs. The mind blowing decor style, warm hospitality and the toothsome food, at Gardin Bistro & Patisserie invite you to experience a one of a kind dining session, in the heart of the food capital of Indonesia.
Established by Will Meyrick in 2008, Sarong is a chic resto-bar and lounge in town. Its plush ambiance highlighted by rich curtains, light fixtures, murals, cushions and couches in its two open-air pavilions give it a romantic look. This acclaimed restaurant has a menu featuring Asian street food that will entice your palate. Savor dishes like the crispy pork belly with Sichuan chili salt, tamarillo and tamarind sauce, tandoori chicken and Panang curry of Wagyu beef cheek. Children aged 12 and above can accompanied with adults are allowed in this restaurant. Reservations are a must.
Biku is located among some of Bali's most lavish boutique resorts and restaurants, yet manages to hold its own comfortably. It is set in a restored 19th-century Javanese Joglo villa, featuring delightfully carved teak panels. Throughout the dining area are strategically placed ornamental antiques. It has a real timeless colonial era ambiance, however the food is strictly modern Mediterranean. There are some imaginative entrees on their vast menu, including the marinated balsamic chicken filet, pan fried snapper and tuna, and a delicious feta burger. Fancy something a little more substantial? The Australian beef pies come with a mountain of mashed potatoes and onion gravy, and should satisfy a small army. There are plenty of cakes and pastries for dessert, even English scones and blueberry muffins are available. Biku opens for brunch, lunch and dinner until 11pm nightly and offers off-street parking for diners.
Sea Circus offers classy bistro-style dining in well-to-do Seminyak that prides itself on world-beating coffee. Australian owned and operated, it has a funky selection of light meals, tapas, tasty desserts and also hosts Bali-wide barista competitions. There is a great choice of quality breakfasts, such as bircher muesli with strawberry, corn fritters with feta, chilli jam and eggs florentine on toast. Lunchtime platters to share include honey roasted pumpkin risotto, grilled seafood baskets, beer battered fish and chips are already legendary. There is incredible attention to detail in presentation and although not cheap, quality of ingredients is first class. Leave room for some homemade ice cream sorbet in a variety of weird and wonderful flavors.