Kafe Batan Waru

Name: Kafe Batan Waru
Address: F7R7+27X Kafe Batan Waru, Jl. Dewisita, Ubud, Gianyar, Gianyar Regency, Bali 80571, Indonesia, Ubud, Bali, ID
Telephone: +62361977528
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.7

4.7(1167 reviews)

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Indonesian restaurant

Kafe Batan Waru, Ubud – Classic Flavours on Dewisita

Long‑running favourite in central Ubud

On busy Jl. Dewisita, just off the football field, Kafe Batan Waru has been drawing people in since 1997. After more than 25 years, it’s still the place many travellers return to every trip, some even after nine years away, because the food “never disappoints” (Google, 2024).

Indonesian classics with a gentle landing

Reviews repeatedly point to deeply flavoured local dishes: Nasi Campur, Nasi Goreng (including a squid‑ink Nasi Goreng Hitam), Soto Ayam, Tuna Sambal Matah, karedok and Pepes Ikan Laut. Rendang sapi is described as slow‑cooked, “melt‑in‑your‑mouth” tender, while Ayam Panggang Bali, sate ayam madura and beef skewers win over those trying Indonesian food for the first time. Several guests say you should stick to the Indonesian side of the big menu for the best results.

From breakfast to late‑night cocktails

Open roughly 08h00–23h00, the café covers breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks. People mention fresh mango juice, smoothies and “smooth, nice coffee” at one end of the day, and a 2‑for‑1 cocktail happy hour from 4pm–7pm at the other. Some pop in “just for drinks” and end up returning for food the next day.

Ambiance: streetlife, music and warmth

Set right on the street, the setting mixes a “beautiful, relaxing” atmosphere with prime people‑watching over Ubud’s traffic. Green plants, a “cool and cozy” feel, good music and, at times, live vibes are frequently noted. A few guests remark that street noise can be strong, but most still call it “chill” and linger over multiple courses and cocktails.

Service that keeps people coming back

Service is a major draw: many diners single out staff by name – Santi, Diah, Aksa – for being charming, attentive and genuinely warm. Reviews praise how the team handles vegetarian, gluten‑free and spice‑sensitive requests, adjusting sambal heat and walking guests through options. Families mention staff doting on babies and children.

Happy medium between warung and Western comfort

Batan Waru is framed by both your market report and reviewers as a bridge: warung‑style Indonesian flavours with Western‑level hygiene and comfort. Portions are generous, desserts like black bottom tart, klapper tart and pisang goreng draw special praise, and there’s a full vegetarian menu. The main trade‑off is price: with taxes and service adding up (environ +21%), some feel it’s “a bit on the pricey side” compared with nearby warungs, and peak‑hour service can slow.

For travellers wanting a reliable, flavour‑packed introduction to Indonesian food in central Ubud – from brunch to late cocktails – Kafe Batan Waru is a safe bet, especially if you value atmosphere and kind service as much as what’s on the plate.

F7R7+27X Kafe Batan Waru, Jl. Dewisita, Ubud, Gianyar, Gianyar Regency, Bali 80571, Indonesia

+62361977528

Opening Hours

Monday8 AM–12 AM

Tuesday8 AM–12 AM

Wednesday8 AM–12 AM

Thursday8 AM–12 AM

Friday8 AM–12 AM

SaturdayOpen 24 hours

Sunday8 AM–12 AM

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