The 7 Best Restaurants & Cafes in Amed, Bali
Welcome to your ultimate Amed food guide consisting of the best restaurants and cafes here. One of the best things about Bali is the variety of cuisine options for all types of diets. Amed, being no different, has a variety of gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, and carnivorous dietary options. Having visited Amed a few times, I have created a list of what I consider to be the best restaurants and cafes for every eater.
Note: The following list is in no specific order.
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The 7 Best Restaurants in Amed
If you are looking for some basic information on Amed, including where to stay, when to visit, and more, scroll to the lower half of the page for more information!
#1: The Good Stuff
I love this eco-friendly and dog-friendly cafe! The Good Stuff has fresh tasty food and an eco-store connected, offering locally handmade products, souvenirs, refillable products, and more! The cafe has indoor and outdoor seating, with a near-perfect view of Mount Agung. You will find local furry friends roaming around, as the restaurant welcomes and takes great care of them.
They have fresh juices, smoothies, burgers (vegan options too, and gluten-free bread), smoothie bowls, toasts, desserts, and more! They have both indoor airconditioned seating and outdoor seating.
Hours: Open daily 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Pricing: $$
Preferences: Gluten-Free, Vegetarian, and Vegan Specified
Food Items: More Western, with options for all diets.
Recommend: Fresh Falafel Burger!
#2: Blue Earth Village
Nasi Campur (Vegan Version)
The view from upstairs.
The vegan and gluten-free pizza.
Blue Earth Village is my absolute favorite cafe and restaurant in Amed. Every meal is delicious and fresh, the staff is super friendly, and there is plenty of seating room in their massive bamboo structure with incredible views of the coastline and Mount Agung. They have food options to cater to every dietary need and are accommodating and understanding. The menu is a mix of Western-style options and locally-inspired options (all of which are tasty). All the seating is outdoors, but most of it is in the shade with fans to cool you down. It is the perfect place to watch the sunset while you enjoy dinner or a yummy dessert (the carrot cake is a 12/10). If you plan to head here for sunset, it is always best to message them to make a reservation to ensure you get a good seat!
Aside from the restaurant, Blue Earth Village has accommodations, a gym, a yoga shala, a training pool, and a spa. I have received a Hydrafacial at the spa here and it was just as efficient and relaxing as receiving one back in the U.S.
Hours: 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Pricing: $$
Preferences: Gluten-Free, Vegetarian, and Vegan Specified
Food Items: Western-inspired and locally-inspired dishes including smoothies, smoothie bowls, juices, coffee, salads, pizzas, pasta, curry, rice dishes, desserts, and more.
Recommend: I am not being dramatic here, but everything. The curry, however, is one of my favorites.
#3: Joli Best View Cafe
Joli Best View Cafe is another great spot for sunsets, with views of both the coast and Mount Agung. The cafe has a relaxed atmosphere, friendly staff, and delicious food at great prices. Most of the seating is open-air with fans, but the elevated location keeps it fairly cool. They do have live music occasionally as well and room for dancing about.
Hours: Varying daily hours between 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Pricing: $
Preferences: Has vegan and vegetarian options.
Food Items: Indonesian-inspired dishes, pizza, sandwiches, pasta, desserts, and more.
Recommend: Veggie fried rice—I know its a basic dish, but it is extra tasty here! Honey Chili Tempe is yummy too.
#4: Rimba
Jackfruit Bowl.
Aphrocordialis Health Shots and Kombuchas!
The Vegan Wrap.
If you are looking for fresh and flavorful food with a fun menu, Rimba is the place! They have salads, wraps, burgers, smoothie bowls, DELICIOUS pastries, juices, smoothies, health shots, and more. The vibe here is “jungle” (Rimba in Bahasa, translates to jungle or lush forest), with the building encompassed in plants giving it a unique feel. The seating is mostly outside, except in the air conditioned back room. This spot does fill up fast and often, so wait times to sit and for food can be longer, but I promise it is worth the wait! Rimba is actually a sister restaurant to Galanga, a fusion resto. that I have not tried yet.
Hours: Daily 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Pricing: $$
Preferences: Vegetarian and vegan specified, gluten-free not specified but you can ask which items are!
Food Items: Western vibes
Recommend: All the food items with jackfruit, the health shots (Aphrocordialis), the cinnamon roll, and the smoothie bowls!
#5: See you again cafe
See You Again Cafe is a locally owned warung, offering another incredible sunset view over the coast and Mount Agung. The owners are warm and friendly and make some of the most delicious local food in Amed. Although I do not eat fish, the friends I was with do and they said it was some of the best they have had in Bali. The prices are unbeatable here for the quality of food you receive. If you want the best view of the sunset, be sure to make a reservation ahead of time.
Hours: 7:00 AM - Late
Pricing: $
Preferences: Has vegan and vegetarian options.
Food Items: Pasta, burgers, local dishes, pizza, soups, salads, desserts, and more.
Recommend: The fish dishes and the tempe/tofu curry.
#6: One way Espresso
One Way Espresso is the perfect breakfast and brunch cafe to stop in before diving or to finish some lingering work tasks. They have delicious coffee, pastries, smoothie bowls, breakfast options, and even some Japanese fusion-inspired food options. Seating is indoor and airconditioned.
Hours: 8:00 AM - Late
Pricing: $-$$
Preferences: Vegan and vegetarian options, gluten-free not specified
Food Items: Western food items for breakfast including pastries, egg dishes, smoothie bowls, etc., and some Japanese-fusion food items.
Recommend: The berry well smoothie and any coffee menu item. The baristas make some excellent coffee art. They do have plant-based milk options (yay!).
#7: Natnat Thai Comfort food
Craving something a little different? Head to NatNat Thai Comfort Food for some tasty Thai-inspired dishes. The staff here is super friendly and attentive, making the service speedy. They have many tofu/tempe veggie options for those who do not eat meat and plenty of carnivorous dishes for those who do. Bonus! They have vegan icecream!
Hours: 11:30 AM to 10:00 PM
Pricing: $-$$
Preferences: Has vegan and vegetarian options.
Food Items: Thai-inspired dishes— think pad thai, curries, papaya salad, etc.
Recommend: The green curry!
General Information: Amed
BEST TIME TO VISIT:
Rainy Season: November - March | Dry Season: April - October
The best time to visit Amed is during the dry season from April to October. The weather will be more sunny with clear skies and less chance of rain. Temperature averages around 25°C to 30°C (77°F to 86°F). Waters may also be calmer during this time with greater visibility for diving and snorkeling.
During the rainy season, Amed has more humidity and potential torrential downpours.
HOW TO GET TO AMED:
Flying: The only airport in Bali is located 97 KM (60 Miles) from Amed, in the city of Denpasar: Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS). You will then need to order a taxi or rent a motorbike to reach Amed. The drive can be as short as 2.5 hours if you leave before 8:00 AM or after 7:00 PM and as long as 4 hours. Motorbike tends to be faster than cars because they can weave around traffic.
Taxi: You can order a local taxi, Grab (rideshare app), or GoJek (rideshare app) from nearly anywhere else in Bali to Amed.
Local taxis can be ordered right from the airport or through an accommodation. I will say taxis to Amed can be expensive. I remember I was quoted nearly 700,000 IDR (46 USD) to go from the airport to Amed and that was over 1 year ago. A bit too expensive for my taste, especially when traveling alone.
Grab is better than GoJek for longer distances (from my experience). I have had GoJek drivers in the past arrive to pick me up, and ask for more money, and when I said no, they have turned around and driven away.
You can either choose to ride in a car or the back of a motorbike. The motorbike is the cheaper option by far. If you have more bags or are not comfortable being on the back of a bike weaving through cars for longer hot hours, I do not recommend taking the back seat of a motorbike. You will have to hold your bags as well unless they are small enough to fit in the front of the bike.
A car is a more comfortable option, but it will take longer with traffic. I have gone by car and bike and I do prefer the car for comfort. Car prices vary a lot but are upwards of 900,000 IDR (almost 60 USD) in 2024.
Motorbike: There are motorbike rental places everywhere in Bali for you to choose from. I will say some are extremely overpriced and untrustworthy so be sure to read reviews. For my last rental, I used Bali Best Motorcycle. They also do bike delivery and pick-up! You can arrange a rental through WhatsApp before you arrive.
Also, beware that the roads to Amed get curvy and bumpy (the infrastructure in Bali is not great overall). So you need to be a confident driver, especially during high traffic times while you navigate around cars, etc. If you have bags you will either have to wear them or place them on the ground near your feet while you ride.
Always wear your helmet and have your international driver’s license with you in case you are pulled over or stopped by local police.
MODE OF TRANSPORT IN Amed:
The best form of transport in Amed is either walking or renting a motorbike. Daily motorbike rentals are usually around 80,000 IDR per day for a small motorbike or scoopy.
There are local taxis around which you can usually hire from your accommodation. Most dive shops can assist with ordering a local taxi as well.
WHERE TO STAY:
Amed is quite small and walkable. There is one hilly area heading towards Blue Earth Village that could be tough to walk up during peak daytime heat hours. Anywhere along the main road is ideal for accommodation. If you prefer a more mountainous and green stay versus a coastal stay, you can opt for a place near where I chose to stay, d'Sawah Amed Homestay & Warung.
Best Accommodation Options For Every Traveler: Amed
Backpacker/Hostel Option: Mesari Homestay & Warung (private room) or Dharma Yoga Homestay/Hostel (dorm)
Best Low-Budget: Tudes Homestay or Coconut Beach Bungalows & Warung
Best Mid-Budget: d'Sawah Amed Homestay & Warung (I stayed here), Narayana Homestay, or Kura Kura Divers Lodge
Best High-End Budget - High-End: Villa Adi (Villas with private pools), Puri Wirata Dive Resort and Spa Amed (Balcony room)
Best Luxury Budget: The Angsa Villas or Villa Aska
You can also find hotel deals at Agoda and Hostel World!
ARE THERE VEGAN or Gluten-Free OPTIONS?
Yes, there are! Here are a few of my favorites:
Blue Earth Village (gluten-free specified)
The Good Stuff (gluten-free specified)
Rimba (gluten-free specified)
For gluten-free, you can also order most dishes without soy sauce.
“Wheat” in Indonesian is “gandum.”
“Saya allergie kecap” means you are allergic to soy.
IS IT SAFE?
I have always felt safe in Bali as a whole and even more so in Amed. I recommend staying up to date with your country’s travel advisories. Follow basic rules of safety while traveling including:
Keep an eye on personal belongings and valuable items.
Never forget your keys in your motorbike and never leave anything valuable sitting out. Someone may steal it, especially monkeys.
Always triple-check vaccination requirements and recommendations for countries. Some potential illnesses include Typhoid and Hepatitis A.
Pack mosquito spray to protect yourself from Dengue and Malaria.
DO NOT drink the tap water. Keep your mouth closed in the shower and even use bottled water for toothbrushing, especially if you have a sensitive belly like me!
Never travel without the right insurance in case of any sickness, injuries, or theft. Safety Wing is by far the best travel medical insurance. It has saved me numerous times by covering hospital visits when I was sick during my travels in Asia.
Get an eSIM—so you do not get lost navigating your way. I always use Airalo for my eSims.
Emergency Contact Number: Police: +62 110 | Fire: +62 113 | Ambulance: +62 118 or +62 119
You can find a complete list of Bali Emergency #’s here.
