Where to eat in Bajawa in Flores, Indonesia

Bajawa is a small mountain city in Flores, Indonesia that is a central part of any Flores itinerary. Discovering traditional villages, climbing Mt. Inerie or relaxing on volcanic hot springs are some of the top things to do in Bajawa. When it comes to food, Bajawa boasts an amazing local cuisine that takes advantage of Flores’ local products from land and sea. Discover where to eat in Bajawa in this post!

If you want to discover things to do in Bajawa, where to stay or how to get there, check out our post dedicated to the Bajawa region:

What to do in Bajawa in Flores, Indonesia

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Recommended places to eat in Bajawa, Flores

We spent most of our evenings in Bajawa eating either at Lucas Restaurant or at Angurah Resto. Lucas Restaurant is probably the best restaurant serving local food in Bajawa. It has a beautiful and colorful wooden dining room and the owner is really welcoming. We were surprised to be the only ones there because the food was good and affordable. I really recommend visiting Lucas Restaurant if you are in Bajawa.

Right next door you can find Angurah Resto, which is a Chinese-Indonesian restaurant. As such, it offers a wider variety of dishes than you can normally find in Indonesia (and especially in Flores). It was refreshing to eat some dumplings or stir fried morning glory, which were served quickly and tasted very good! We also ordered takeaway through Whatsapp (+62 81216947158). Other recommended options in the city are Dito’s Restaurant, Milionari Restaurant and Maibeth Restaurant. These are recommended more for the ambiance than for the food. Don’t forget to visit Bajawa’s central market to try some fresh fruits and snacks, as well as see the atmosphere of the market.

Lastly, if you are visiting the surroundings of Bajawa, don’t miss out on visiting Heaven’s Door Bar & Restaurant, located on top of Manolalu Panorama. This restaurants offers both local and international cuisine, as well as great coffee, moke (local spirit) and other drinks. The place is really colorful and beautiful and boasts some of the most amazing views in Bajawa.

If you’re looking for more of a party vibe, Bajawa is probably not the place, but you’ll find some local live music or karaoke bars that can be quite lively. Particularly, check out EmTry Cafe and Restaurant for live music (not for the food).

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I hope this quick guide on where to eat in Bajawa was helpful. Let me know in the comments if you find an amazing place to eat in Bajawa! Check out the full post about things to do in Bajawa or our complete itinerary in Flores in the links below!

What to do in Bajawa in Flores, Indonesia

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