Eat · Ubud centre: palace, market, Saraswati
Warung Biah Biah
Small Balinese plates to share at Ubud prices from Rp 10,000–45,000: walk in at 11:30 or after 14:00, order two or three dishes each, and expect a few vegetarian options.Small Balinese plates to share at Ubud prices from Rp 10,000–45,000: walk in at 11:30 AM or after 2:00 PM, order two or three dishes each, and expect a few vegetarian options.
Key facts
- Per person
- Rp50,000–120,000 (≈ US$4–8)
- Balinese
- Hours
- unknown
- see note below
- Walk in
- 11:30–12:15
- easiest window
- Seating
- chairs
- Card
- check
- carry cash
- Getting there
- Jalan Gootama, a few minutes west of the palace
- 8 min walk
Go now?
Open?
Lunch and dinner; check on the day
Busy this hour
Estimate by hour below
Easiest walk-in
11:30–12:15
Reservations
Walk-in, no reservation
Paying
Bring cash
Per person
Rp50,000–120,000 (≈ US$4–8)2026 estimate · check
- Small plates
- Vegetarian-friendly
- Rp 50,000–120,000
- Order: Small Balinese plates
- Table seating
- Walk-in window: 11:30–12:15
- Queue risk: 12:15–14:00
- Bring cash
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Rules in force · 9Drug trafficking can carry the death penalty in Singapore…Ubud lanes have broken pavement, steps and open drains
- Southeast Asia ↗Drug trafficking can carry the death penalty in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Laos, Thailand, Brunei and Myanmar; never carry a bag or parcel for anyone.
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- Bali ↗A hired driver by the day is the normal way to visit rice terraces and temples outside Ubud; agree the route and price before you set off.
- Ubud ↗Ubud lanes have broken pavement, steps and open drains: large suitcases go from the car to the door, never on a walk.
- Ubud ↗Monkeys in and around the Monkey Forest take phones, glasses and food: keep them zipped away.
Map & directions
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Plan
When you can walk in, what to order, how to pay
Walk-in windows
A walk-in lunch is only planned as primary when your arrival lands outside the “impossible” window.
When to go, hour by hour
Quietest listed hour: 11:00 (light).
- 11:00lightlittle or no wait
- 12:00heavyexpect a lineBusiest
- 13:00heavyexpect a line
- 14:00busya short wait is possibleEasier
- 15:00lightlittle or no wait
- 16:00lightlittle or no wait
Desk estimate; weekends run one level higher. No line length is on file, so waits are in words.
How to order here
The order of play at the counter or table, what to say, how much to order and how to pay.
- 1Order at the table or the counter, depending on the service that day.
- 2Ask what is vegetarian: 'yang vegetarian mana?'.
No shared language? Tap dishes in the order builder below and show the waiter the full-screen list in the local script. For a printed menu, translate a photo of it.
What to say
| In English | Say or show | Sounds like |
|---|---|---|
| Good morning | Selamat pagi | sla-MAHT PAH-gee |
| How much is this? | Berapa harganya? | beh-RAH-pa har-GAH-nya |
| A bit cheaper, please | Bisa kurang? | BEE-sa KOO-rang |
| Not spicy, please | Tidak pedas, ya | TEE-dak PEH-das ya |
| No meat (vegetarian) | Tanpa daging | TAHN-pa DAH-ging |
| The bill, please | Minta bon, ya | MIN-ta bon ya |
| Hello (Balinese) | Om swastiastu | ohm swah-stee-AHS-too |
Portions and sharing
- Order a few dishes and share; add rice.
- Several small plates; two or three per person is a normal lunch.
Extras, condiments and what costs extra
- Tax and service: About 10–20% may be added — Read the bottom of the menu; ask 'sudah termasuk pajak?'.
Paying and tipping
Service is usually on the bill already; unlike in the US, don't add 15–20% on top.
- Pay at the counter and check the bill for tax and service.
- Tipping is optional; a service charge may be added (check the bill).
- Cash rupiah; card at some (check). Carry Rp 100,000 (≈ US$7) in small notes.
- Carry small notes: most warungs do not take cards.
At the table
- Eat where the turnover is fast and the food is hot.
- Ask about pork and shrimp paste if you avoid them.
- Sealed bottled water or a filter; ask about ice.
Price and paying
- Typical spend
- Rp 50,000–120,000 (≈ US$4–8) per person (2026 estimate)
Paying
Accepted.
Ask before you order.
No transit card in Ubud.
QRIS at some tills (check).
Diet and allergies
Yes means there is something for you; ask means possible with care; no means go elsewhere.
- Vegetarianyes
Several vegetarian plates.
Show: Saya vegetarian. Tanpa daging dan ikan, ya.
- Veganask
Ask about egg and shrimp paste.
- Halalask
Mixed menu with pork on some plates; ask.
Show: Saya tidak makan babi.
- Gluten-freeask
Rice-based; soy sauce has wheat.
- Nut allergyask
Peanuts in sauces; ask.
- Allergynot on file
Peanuts and shrimp paste are common in sauces; show your allergy in writing.
Show: Saya alergi ___ (kacang = peanut).
What is in the dishes
- Vegetable dishsayurshellfish
Read from the menu names and notes; recipes vary and cross-contact is not tested. Check with the kitchen.
Who it suits, booking, closures
- How to book
- Walk in; call for a large group (check).
- How far ahead
- Not needed
- No-show / cancel fee
- Not applicable
- Dress code
- None.
| When | Status | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Nyepi | check before you go | Closed. |
| Ceremony days | check before you go | Hours may change. |
On the ground
Hygiene and comfort
- Seating
- Chairs at tables
- Kids
- kids' menu: no · stroller: caution · Plain rice, skewers and fruit suit children
- Access
- step-free: partial · Open front on a busy street; check the step
Hygiene
- Ask for sealed bottled water.
- Eat hot dishes; avoid raw salads if unsure.
- Wipe hands before eating.
Facts
- Reservations
- Not taken — Walk-in (check).
- Capabilities
- food · seated_rest
- Getting there
- Jalan Gootama, a few minutes west of the palace · ~8 min walk
Cons
- Small plates mean you order several; the total adds up.
- Open-front seating: motorbike noise and fumes on Jalan Gootama.
- Hours and menu change; confirm before you walk.
Ordering helpDish glossary · Price check
Dish glossary
| On the menu | What it is | Order it how |
|---|---|---|
| Nasi campur | Rice with a mix of side dishes. | Ask what comes on the plate. |
| Sayur | Vegetables. | Say 'sayur saja' for veg only. |
| Tempe | Fermented soy cake. | Fried or in sauce. |
| Sambal | Chili paste. | Say 'sambal di samping' for on the side. |
| Es jeruk | Iced orange or lime drink. | Ask for less sugar. |
| Pedas | Spicy. | 'Tidak pedas' for mild. |
Price check
- locals pay
- Small plates at local warungs cost Rp 15,000–35,000 (≈ US$1–3) (2026 estimate).
- tourist price
- Tourist-facing menus on the main road charge Rp 40,000–80,000 (≈ US$3–5) for a comparable plate.
- rule
- Tipping is optional; a service charge may be added (check the bill).
| Extra on the table | Typical charge | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Tax and service | About 10–20% may be added | Read the bottom of the menu; ask 'sudah termasuk pajak?'. |
Deep dive
Questions, nearby food and sources
Questions and answers
Should I order one plate or several?
Several small plates; two or three per person is a normal lunch.
Checked 2026-09-28 · Voykit desk
Is Warung Biah Biah good for vegetarians?
Yes, better than most tourist restaurants: many plates are vegetable or tempeh.
How much should I budget?
Rp 50,000–120,000 (≈ US$4–8) per person (2026 estimate).
Do I need to reserve?
No; walk in and go before 12:15 or after 14:00.No; walk in and go before 12:15 PM or after 2:00 PM.
Is it cash only?
Mostly cash; ask about card or QR (check).
Where is it?
On Jalan Gootama, a short walk from the palace (confirm the pin).
Nearby alternatives
If it is closed or the line is too long
- Ubud morning market stalls5 min walkLocal breakfast at the traditional market before 08:00: nasi campur, porridge and sweet snacks from Rp 10,000–30,000, standing or on low stools, cash only.
- Warung Babi Guling Ibu Oka7 min walkWalk-in roast pork (babi guling), one dish: go at opening or after 13:30, since the plate sells out.Walk-in roast pork (babi guling), one dish: go at opening or after 1:30 PM, since the plate sells out.
- Ubud brunch and coffee cafés18 min walkFor coffee, smoothie bowls and vegetarian breakfasts, use the café rows on Jalan Hanoman and Jalan Raya Campuhan: Rp 60,000–140,000 for a meal, AC at some, and confirm which are open the day you go.
- Bebek Bengil (Dirty Duck Diner)23 min walkA sit-down crispy duck lunch on Jalan Hanoman: reserve at weekends, allow Rp 200,000–350,000 per person with a drink, and go at 11:30 or after 14:00 to avoid tour groups.A sit-down crispy duck lunch on Jalan Hanoman: reserve at weekends, allow Rp 200,000–350,000 per person with a drink, and go at 11:30 AM or after 2:00 PM to avoid tour groups.
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Nearby
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Sources
- secondaryWikivoyage — Ubud (eat)