Looking for a peaceful dinner in Ubud surrounded by rice fields?
Bebek Teba Sari is where we ended one of our longest days — seated in a floating gazebo, eating comforting food, and finally exhaling.
After a day that involved heat, steps, long waits, emotional negotiations, and at least one satin-dress regret, we were done making decisions.
Dinner needed to be easy.
Restorative.
And preferably somewhere that didn’t ask us to climb anything.
So, we went to Bebek Teba Sari — and within minutes of sitting down, I felt my shoulders drop in a way they hadn’t all day.
Read This Your Way
(Best enjoyed in order — but jump to what you need)
First Impressions
Rice Fields, Bamboo & a Breeze That Finally Showed Up
By the time we reached Bebek Teba Sari, the light was already fading.
We were seated outside on a floating gazebo, the rice fields were no longer glowing — they were hushed, stretching out in deep greens and shadows as lanterns flickered on around the gazebos. Reflections shimmered softly on the water beneath us, and the space felt quieter, calmer, almost held.
A breeze arrived — unannounced, generous, and deeply appreciated.
Dining on the floating gazebo at night felt intimate in a way daytime never could — lantern-lit, still, and quietly beautiful, with the water beneath us reflecting the bamboo structures like a mirror.
The gazebo itself deserves a mention — because it’s not your standard table-and-chair setup.
This is floor seating, the Balinese way, but done thoughtfully. Cushions line the bamboo platform, inviting you to settle in properly, while the table is designed with space underneath so you can comfortably tuck your legs in rather than awkwardly fold yourself into a pretzel. It feels informal and grounded without ever feeling uncomfortable — relaxed, human, and surprisingly practical after a long day of walking.
It’s the kind of seating that encourages you to linger — lean back into the cushions, let the conversation stretch, and forget about checking the time.
The kids relaxed.
Our bodies unclenched.
The background noise in my head finally quietened.
The setting did most of the work before the food even arrived.
The kind of place where voices naturally drop, shoulders soften, and no one feels the need to rush the next bite.
A Little Backstory
Because This Place Has One
Bebek Teba Sari officially opened in 2014, born alongside the nearby Tebasari Luwak Coffee agribusiness. What started as a bold “let’s try” idea has grown into one of Ubud’s most loved dining spots — and you can feel that confidence now.
The restaurant sits on an 1,800-square-metre property, surrounded by rice fields, with nearly 80% of the structure built from bamboo and topped with traditional thatched roofs. There are two main buildings and seven large gazebos, spaced so everyone gets their own pocket of calm, even when the place is full.
Best Time to Visit
Early evening to nightfall.
Arriving just as daylight fades is ideal — the rice fields settle into shadow, lanterns glow around the floating gazebos, and the entire space feels calmer and more intimate. Dinner here isn’t about watching the sun set; it’s about letting the day gently wind down.
Daytime is beautiful, but evening is where Bebek Teba Sari truly feels like a pause — quieter, cooler, and deeply grounding.
What We Ordered
Mie Goreng Kampoeng – This dish arrived like a warm hug.
Rich, savoury, satisfying — the kind of plate that makes everyone lean in for “just one more bite.” Comforting without being heavy, familiar without being boring.
Ayam Goreng Kampoeng – Crispy fried chicken served with rice and sambal.
Not bad — just not the standout of the table. Perfectly fine, but slightly overshadowed by the stronger dishes.
Mix and Chicken Satay
Juicy, well-seasoned, well-grilled, smoky, and dependable. The peanut sauce did what peanut sauce should do — quietly excellent.
Happy choice for everyone at the table.
Pasta Carbonara (For the Kids) – Creamy and familiar.
Sometimes, holiday parenting is about choosing your battles — and pasta is not one of them.
Lady Cosmo – light, refreshing, and exactly right after a long day
Choco Hazelnut Stick (For the Kids) – sweet, indulgent, and met with instant silence
The Real Star
The Setting
The food was good — comforting, satisfying, exactly what we needed after a long day.
But the setting? The setting carried the evening.
Watching the rice fields sway gently, listening to distant sounds of Ubud settling into night, feeling the air cool just enough — it grounded us in a way only Ubud can.
It felt like the day had finally loosened its grip on us.
⭐ Sidelicious Review
Overall: ★★★★ (4/5)
Cuisine: Indonesian classics | Comfort food | Familiar favourites
Vibe: Grounding, peaceful, quietly restorative
Best For: Families, tired travellers, sunset dinners, decompression nights
Average spend per person:
Approximately AUD $20–$35 (based on mains, shared dishes, and drinks)
Worth It?
Yes — especially for the setting and how it makes you feel after a long day.
Sid Says:
This isn’t about culinary fireworks or chasing the next big flavour moment.
It’s about comfort, space, and letting Ubud do what it does best — soften the edges of a long, full day.
Final Thoughts
Bebek Teba Sari felt like a deep exhale at the end of a long Ubud day.
Surrounded by rice fields, softened light, and the gentle sound of water moving beneath the gazebo, the evening unfolded without urgency.
The food nourished.
The setting grounded.
And the noise of the day slowly faded into the background.
It was the kind of place that didn’t demand attention — it simply held space for you to arrive exactly as you were. And after heat, steps, and full days, that was more than enough.
As the rice fields swayed and night settled in,
dinner became more than a meal,
it became the moment we remembered.
This dinner was one small but memorable piece of our Ubud story.
If you want the full picture — waterfalls, villas, monkeys, late nights and early swims — you’ll find it all here:
Tell me — Have you ever had a meal that felt like a deep exhale at the end of a long day?
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