Ubud surprises a lot of visitors with the quality of its international dining. Alongside the town’s strong organic and Balinese food culture, a genuinely good Thai food scene has quietly taken root one that goes well beyond the standard pad thai warung.
From a modern restaurant reinterpreting regional Thai cuisine from scratch to a pocket-sized local favorite that’s been earning loyal regulars for years, the options for Thai food in Ubud span styles, budgets, and atmospheres.
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1. 2 Bulan
📍 Jl. Nyuh Gading No.2, Nyuh Kuning, Ubud (just south of the monkey forest)
💰 Mains typically IDR 120,000–220,000
🕐 Open daily for dinner; check hours locally as they may vary seasonally
👥 Best For Couples, food-driven travelers, anyone who wants Thai food with a genuine sense of place and craft
✨ What Makes It Special A modern Thai restaurant that makes its own curry pastes and noodles in-house, drawing on regional Thai flavors rather than the standard tourist menu
2 Bulan is setting a new benchmark for Thai food in Ubud. The restaurant sits in the quiet Nyuh Kuning neighborhood and carries the energy of a Bangkok dining room filtered through the calm of an Ubud side street.
The team makes their own curry pastes, noodles, and dipping sauces in-house, which means the flavor depth here is genuinely different from most Thai restaurants outside of Thailand.
Standout dishes include the Thai Ceviche (inspired by northern Thai fish larb), the Beef Pad Kee Mao with house-made noodles, and a wagyu ribeye served with massaman curry butter and nam jim jaew dipping sauce that has quickly become one of the most-talked-about dishes on the Ubud dining circuit.
The cocktail menu draws inspiration from Thai countryside drinking culture. If you’re serious about food in Bali, this is a restaurant worth planning an evening around.
2. Seeds Eatery
📍 Jl. Raya Sayan No.8, Sayan, Ubud
💰 Mains around IDR 80,000–160,000
🕐 Open daily 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM
👥 Best For Hungry groups, anyone who wants generous portions with bold Thai flavor at a reasonable price
✨ What Makes It Special Consistently called the best Thai food in Bali by regulars, with a bohemian atmosphere and a standout menu anchored by fresh oysters, tom yum ramen, and crispy pork belly
Seeds Eatery has the kind of reputation that builds entirely on repeat customers and word of mouth a good sign in any food scene. The setting is laid-back and bohemian, the kind of place where good food is served without fanfare.
The menu spans authentic Thai comfort dishes, but the kitchen applies genuine care to each one: the Oyster Tom Yum Ramen is a local obsession, the Pork Belly Salt & Pepper is crisp and packed with heat, and the fresh oysters with Thai or wasabi dressing are an unexpectedly strong way to start.
Portions are generous by Ubud standards, which makes it a popular choice for those coming in hungry after a morning hike or rafting excursion. It does get busy, so arriving a little before peak meal times pays off.
3. Warung Siam
📍 Jl. Goutama No.7, Ubud (in the central lanes near the palace)
💰 Mains from IDR 60,000–120,000
🕐 Open daily 12:00 PM – 8:30 PM
👥 Best For Budget-conscious travelers, solo diners, anyone seeking an authentic warung-style Thai experience in Ubud’s busiest walking area
✨ What Makes It Special A small but punchy kitchen producing classic Thai combinations from scratch think green papaya salad, stir-fried proteins with Thai sticky rice, and slow-cooked curries that genuinely taste like they were made with care
Warung Siam is the kind of place that earns quiet devotion. Tucked into Jalan Goutama one of Ubud’s most pleasant pedestrian laneways it doesn’t rely on elaborate interiors or social media buzz.
What it does have is a kitchen that clearly understands the fundamentals of Thai flavor: the right balance of fish sauce, lime, heat, and herbaceous aromatics that makes Thai food addictive.
Dishes like the green papaya salad and the slow-cooked curries are made in small batches, which means quality holds up meal to meal. The pricing is among the most accessible on this list, making it a reliable regular spot rather than a special occasion restaurant.
4. Sans Thai Cuisine
📍 Central Ubud area (confirm current address locally as the restaurant has had location updates)
💰 Mains from IDR 75,000–150,000
🕐 Open daily; check current hours on arrival in Ubud
👥 Best For Travelers wanting a restaurant-style Thai dining experience with traditional decor and a menu covering all the classics
✨ What Makes It Special Traditional Thai artwork and interior design create an immersive setting alongside a menu built around street market-inspired flavors from Thailand’s culinary regions
Sans Thai Cuisine brings a level of interior intention that’s worth noting: the space uses genuine Thai design elements to create an atmosphere that feels appropriately transporting. The menu covers the breadth of Thai cuisine curries, stir-fries, noodle dishes, and soups with dishes prepared using traditional spice combinations.
It suits travelers who want to sit down to a full Thai meal in a restaurant setting rather than a warung, with all the familiar touchstones of the cuisine available rather than an edited modern menu.
5. Flavours of Ban
📍 Ubud area (along Jalan Raya Pengosekan, confirm locally)
💰 Mains from around IDR 80,000–150,000
🕐 Open Monday to Sunday 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM
👥 Best For Travelers who want an affordable Thai meal with a relaxed, easygoing ambiance and good service
✨ What Makes It Special Consistent Thai cooking in a comfortable neighborhood setting a reliable option when you want familiar Thai flavors without the need for a reservation
Flavours of Ban fills the role of dependable neighborhood Thai restaurant that Ubud genuinely needs. It’s not trying to reinvent the cuisine; instead, it focuses on getting the fundamentals right: well-seasoned curries, properly spiced soups, and stir-fries that arrive hot and flavored correctly.
The ambiance is relaxed and the service is friendly, making it a comfortable choice for a solo lunch or a low-key dinner with travel companions. The pricing sits in the mid-range for Ubud, which means it’s accessible without feeling like a compromise.
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FAQ about Thai Food in Ubud
Where is the best Thai food in Ubud?
2 Bulan in Nyuh Kuning and Seeds Eatery in Sayan consistently earn the highest praise for Thai food in Ubud. 2 Bulan leads for a modern, craft-driven dining experience; Seeds Eatery is the top pick for generous, authentic Thai comfort food at a relaxed price point.
Is Thai food in Ubud authentic?
The best spots on this list particularly 2 Bulan and Warung Siam use in-house made pastes, traditional flavor-building techniques, and ingredients that reflect genuine regional Thai cooking. The standard is higher than most people expect from a Balinese town.
Are Thai restaurants in Ubud expensive?
Not by international standards. Most mains at the spots listed here run between IDR 60,000 and IDR 220,000 (roughly USD 4–14), with Seeds Eatery and Warung Siam at the more accessible end of that range.
Do I need to book ahead for Thai restaurants in Ubud?
2 Bulan fills up quickly, particularly on weekend evenings, so a reservation is worth making. Seeds Eatery and Warung Siam are generally walk-in friendly, though arriving a little before peak dinner time is always a good strategy.
Can I get vegan or vegetarian Thai food in Ubud?
Yes, most Thai restaurants in Ubud offer vegetable-based curries, tofu stir-fries, and papaya salads that are naturally vegan or easily adapted. It’s worth confirming fish sauce usage if you’re strictly plant-based.