The best restaurants Nusa Tenggara

This warung (small local restaurant) with its authentic charm was a great discovery! The place is all wood and bamboo for a local feel. The menu is packed with culinary treasures, and you can choose from a multitude of dishes in Padang or Indonesian style. You'll want to try it all! But the must-try, the speciality of the place, is theayam woku, a true delight, which will take you on a journey to the heart of Indonesian flavours, enhanced by five or six spicy sauces... Watch your taste buds!

This establishment is full of surprises, with its jazz bar 2 meters below sea level, overlooking the pool (an amazing sensation)! Enjoy their molecular and experimental mixology cocktails, as well as their impressive wine cellar, with over 100 references. Happy hour from 3pm to 5pm! On the restaurant side, savor their specialties of mature Australian meats of incredible quality (florentines, tomahawks...) or their fish prepared in the smokehouse, sometimes for over 2 weeks. The sashimi is also exceptional.

The cocktails here are a pure delight, as is the food, which has quickly established an exceptional reputation. Enjoy a cheeseburger and fries or a tasty Banh Mi sandwich... The staff are very welcoming, creating a relaxed atmosphere. Perfect for a quiet dinner after a day of adventure, this restaurant is a haven of comfort. A friendly place, with excellent cuisine and generous portions. An unexpected culinary experience in Labuan Bajo!

The perfect address for incredible baguette sandwiches, filled with fresh, tasty ingredients. You'll also find filling bowls, for a meal that's both nourishing and delicious, ideal for a healthy, satisfying lunch, or sausage or cheese puffs for a crisp, flavorful bite.

We also offer a selection of cheeses and fine charcuterie for sale, whether you're looking to put together your own cheese platter or make your own sandwich at home. We love it!

Here's THE new restaurant that's making headlines on the island! Just 300 m from the harbour, La Cala, which opened in April 2023, is breaking new ground with its quality service and fresh produce. It stands out for its delicious Churrasco BBQ meats and grilled fish, accompanied by parsley butter or other homemade sauces. The irreproachable freshness of their products is guaranteed by arrivals from their own boat. The bar offers a VIP mixology: the spicy Margarita is a must. Book in advance, as the place never gets empty.

Not only is it one of the best restaurants on the island, it's also just the place for an authentic atmosphere! Acie welcomes you with her legendary kindness... The atmosphere is warm, the music pleasant, and the prices very reasonable. Everything here is delicious: try the famous Ayam Lalapan or the chicken curry, just a treat! This is the best place to eat on Gili Meno, and you won't be disappointed! You can also have it delivered if you want a little more privacy while enjoying a succulent meal.

Fusion restaurant, Italian-Indonesian, like the owner's couple. A la carte, a wide choice of Italian dishes such as oven-baked pizzas, risotto, homemade fresh pasta, salads, desserts and other Indonesian, nasi and mie goreng, gado gado, soups, Satay and Spring Roll's... Beautiful decoration, welcoming staff

As its name does not indicate, this restaurant is not located in a corner, but at the top of stairs like a good name of other establishments. If the service is a little casual, the cuisine is there with good seafood and fish dishes. Very pleasant in the evening to feel the atmosphere around the port and enjoy the view of the bay when the sun sets.

A good address to meet other backpackers and exchange the right plans: diving, cruises, trips to the region. Or simply to enjoy a small beer while watching the bay.

Treat yourself to vegetarian delights, with options ranging from vegan to paleo. The menu is accessible and the portions generous, and the service is impeccable, whether for breakfast, brunch or lunch. Like most establishments, it's best to have the time... And for the record... Sometimes you don't get what you ordered... The waiters, although very friendly, don't take notes when you order... But that's the game! An excellent and copious culinary experience!

Nice discovery of this charming little local warung with a slightly long service (not necessarily longer than elsewhere) but well worth it, far from the beach restaurants. The welcome is warm and everything is homemade. A special mention for thechickenor beef "Rendang", a real treat... The plates are copious, the nasi goreng is one of the best in the region, the vegetable curry is delicious... Don't hesitate to try the excellent fresh fish of the day. We don't know where to turn! We highly recommend it for an authentic meal.

Strategically located in the heart of the city, the Taman Laut restaurant offers breathtaking views from its terrace overlooking the city, and the service is particularly friendly and welcoming. The cuisine is delicious and varied, offering a comprehensive menu that will delight fans of Indonesian flavors. Dishes are prepared with care, combining taste and quality. With its warm welcome, this restaurant is a must for fish lovers.

Immerse yourself in a delicious gourmet adventure on Gili Air with an unmissable visit to "Chez Mamie Jojo"! This iconic stand, located on the bustling harbor street, takes us back home, celebrating Breton authenticity, through - among other delicious surprises - the traditional homemade caramel crepe, a family recipe handed down from generation to generation. Each bite will transport you to the heart of Brittany, in a unique and delicious culinary experience. An unmissable address for lovers of sweet treats to enjoy at any time of day.

A typical warung padang, a place where Indonesian flavors and conviviality meet. This establishment offers excellent value for money with generous portions, promising to satisfy even the hardiest of appetites. The fish in sweet and sour sauce is a delight. Don't miss the city's best rendang, as well as "kerupuk kulit kuah", puffed beef skin, two must-try specialties. This is definitely an address not to be missed by fans of Indonesian street food.

This Korean restaurant, run by a Korean family, offers an authentic culinary experience with a varied menu and affordable prices. The establishment is spread over two floors, with a lesehan (eating seated on the floor with a low table) on the second. The food is excellent, from starters to desserts, and the portions are generous. The atmosphere is pleasant, enhanced by Kpop music and friendly service. The restaurant is air-conditioned.

A good address for delicious burgers, whether chicken or vegetarian, all prepared with good quality ingredients and fresh homemade bread! The double chicken burger with crispy fries is a must. Accompany it with a Bintang while watching the incessant movement of the city, an ideal setting for a lively lunch. Prices are reasonable and the staff are super-friendly. For the "meatless", the establishment offers vegan and vegetarian burgers, all served with fries.

For lovers of grilled fish, this area of small shops is a must. Choose your fish, then enjoy it barbecued, accompanied by rice, vegetables and an exquisite chilli sauce. Although the presentation is simple and the cooking a little long, you'll be amply rewarded, and every dish is a delight. Enjoying your fish in front of the sea, under the night sky, is a unique experience in this lively place in the evening.

Nestled on the hill between the Manulalu establishments, this restaurant delights with a breathtaking view of Mount Inerie. It offers a varied menu, mixing Indonesian dishes with Western flavors such as pasta and burgers. The terrace is the ideal spot for a sunset beer, overlooking the valley. The unique Mexican-style decor, accompanied by Spanish music and live music in the evening, offers a friendly, exotic atmosphere.

With an ideal, convenient location, this café offers both indoor and outdoor seating. It opens its doors at 7:30 a.m., well before the usual opening hours, to offer a varied menu, brilliantly combining sweet and savory flavors. Fresh baguettes and delicious loaves of bread justify the slightly higher-than-average price. Lovers of coffee and viennoiseries will be delighted by the excellent French butter croissants.

Renowned for its exquisite seafood, some of the best in town, Baccala serves spicy dishes with perfectly balanced flavors. Don't miss the barracuda sashimi, a must-try. This place offers an ideal atmosphere for authentic Italian cuisine, where fresh fish and good wine are the order of the day. A warm welcome is guaranteed, not least by Peppe, a friendly and convivial character. Cleanliness is impeccable, and the service is top-notch.

Discover this Japanese restaurant offering a wide variety of sushi, sashimi and vegetarian dishes within a varied menu including bowls, miso soup and gyozas, perfect to satisfy any palate. The atmosphere is relaxed and the staff remarkably welcoming. The bentos are just phenomenal, the fish fresh and the flavors authentic. The salmon sashimi, shrimp tempura rolls and Waikiki bowl are particularly worth trying. All set against a magnificent sunset.