Spice by Blake has one of the best indonesian food in Ubud, Spice by Blake is a modern Indonesian restaurant on Jalan Monkey Forest in central Ubud, led by Chef Blake Thornley of Mozaic. It serves familiar Indonesian dishes such as wagyu beef rendang and brisket rawon, cooked with fine dining technique and local, seasonal ingredients. Named Best Modern Indonesian Restaurant at the Exquisite Awards 2025, it is one of the best places in Ubud to try Indonesian food with a contemporary twist.
Why Indonesian food is worth seeking out in Ubud
Indonesia is an archipelago of more than 17,000 islands, and each region has its own spices, techniques and signature dishes. In Ubud, travellers can find everything from humble warung meals to refined tasting menus.
Spice by Blake sits between the two. The flavours are rooted in Indonesian classics, while the cooking and presentation draw on Chef Blake's fine dining background. The result is food that feels both familiar and new, for Indonesian guests and international travellers alike.
The story behind Spice by Blake
Spice first opened in Ubud in 2015 and became a local favourite for approachable Indonesian food. It returned with a new identity as Spice by Blake under Chef Blake Thornley, chef and co-owner of Mozaic, one of Bali's best-known fine dining restaurants.
The mission is simple: to present the soul of Indonesian cuisine through a new lens.
Dishes to try
The menu covers appetisers, mains and desserts inspired by recipes from across the archipelago. Guest favourites include:
- Wagyu beef rendang: the West Sumatran classic, slow-cooked in coconut milk and spices until rich and tender, made with wagyu beef. It is one of the restaurant's best-selling dishes.
- Brisket rawon: East Java's dark, aromatic beef soup, coloured and flavoured with keluak nut, reimagined with beef brisket.
- Rendang croquette: the flavours of rendang in a crisp, golden croquette, an easy way to start the meal or share over cocktails.
- Pork jowl salad: rich, flavourful pork jowl balanced with a fresh, zesty salad.
- Chilli chicken noodles: noodles and chicken with a lively kick of chilli and Sichuan pepper, for guests who like their food bold and tingly.
For guests who would rather not choose, Feed Me is a chef-curated sharing menu served daily: four courses and eight dishes that change regularly, so no two visits are the same.
Local ingredients, from farm and sea
Like its sister restaurant Mozaic, Spice by Blake builds its menu on seasonal produce and sustainably sourced ingredients from local farmers and fishers. Choosing local keeps the flavours authentic and supports the communities around Ubud.
Cocktails with Indonesian spice
The bar is led by mixologist Bili Wirawan, named Best Restaurant Mixologist 2024 by Les Grandes Tables du Monde. His spice-forward, low-waste cocktails use seasonal Indonesian ingredients such as snake fruit, jackfruit and coconut, and are made to pair with the food.
Good to know
- Location: Jalan Monkey Forest, central Ubud, Bali
- Cuisine: Modern Indonesian
- Chef: Blake Thornley, chef and co-owner of Mozaic
- Atmosphere: Casual, lively and contemporary
- Hours: Open in the evening and into the late night
- Best for: Dinner, cocktails, late-night bites and sharing with friends
Frequently asked questions
Where can I find the best Indonesian food in Ubud? Spice by Blake on Jalan Monkey Forest is a top choice for modern Indonesian food in Ubud. It was named Best Modern Indonesian Restaurant at the Exquisite Awards 2025.
What should I order at Spice by Blake? The wagyu beef rendang is one of the most popular dishes. The brisket rawon, rendang croquette, pork jowl salad and chilli chicken noodles with Sichuan pepper are other favourites, and the Feed Me sharing menu is ideal for first-time visitors.
Who is the chef at Spice by Blake? Chef Blake Thornley, who is also chef and co-owner of Mozaic in Ubud.
Is Spice by Blake good for vegetarians? Vegetarian options are available
Is Spice by Blake open late? Yes. Spice by Blake stays open into the late night, making it one of the few places in Ubud for a proper dinner or cocktails after 10pm.
Book your table
For modern Indonesian food in the heart of Ubud, reserve your table at Spice by Blake here or walk in on Jalan Monkey Forest.
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