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“The experience you will remember”
Review of Kubu At Mandapa

Kubu At Mandapa
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Ranked #55 of 1,330 Restaurants in Ubud
Certificate of Excellence
Price range: AU$80 - AU$239
Description: Inspired by nature, from roof to leaf Kubu celebrates Bali's untamed flavors through place-based community source, zero-waste fine dining. We forage within 100km, honoring each ingredient from root to leaf. Chef Eka's innovative menu fuses tradition with modern techniques, transforming overlooked treasures into culinary art. Every dish tells a story of Bali's diverse ecosystems, inviting guests on a sustainable gastronomic journey.
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Description: Inspired by nature, from roof to leaf Kubu celebrates Bali's untamed flavors through place-based community source, zero-waste fine dining. We forage within 100km, honoring each ingredient from root to leaf. Chef Eka's innovative menu fuses tradition with modern techniques, transforming overlooked treasures into culinary art. Every dish tells a story of Bali's diverse ecosystems, inviting guests on a sustainable gastronomic journey.
Reviewed 10 October 2016

Kubu Restaurant is the most romantic place i ever been.
Kubu Restaurant it’s located exactly beside the Ayung river , that we can see and hear the water flowing while we enjoying our dinner.
The food is exclusively made by The Chef for us.
I bet you cannot find this food in other places.
The service and the food is excellent, absolutely enjoy our dinner that night.

Date of visit: September 2016
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1  Thank NatashaG1761
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Anuj S, Manager at Kubu At Mandapa, responded to this reviewResponded 11 October 2016

Dear Natasha G,

Thanks for sharing such wonderful feedback of your Kubu Dining Experience. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed our River Side dining Venue and we have passed your comments to the service and culinary team. We hope you get to visit us soon. Thanks!

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Reviewed 10 October 2016

A very Special & beautiful experience @ Kubu Restaurant. Not only the ambience is very romantic, the river view and cocoon seating also gives a very memorable experience. Definitely a very romantic place to plan on a candle light dinner.
Also try their "Jerusalem artichoke soup, foie gras, caramelized apple, truffle essence" loving it.

Very Recommended.

Date of visit: September 2016
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2  Thank maria g
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Anuj S, Manager at Kubu At Mandapa, responded to this reviewResponded 11 October 2016

Dear maria g,

Thanks for highlighting the beautiful and romantic private Cocoon dining experience at Kubu. Our Seasonal Jerusalem Artichoke Soup is no doubt an excellent dish and we are happy to hear it met your expectations. Thanks for recommending Kubu, hope to see you in near future.

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Reviewed 7 October 2016

Heard of this restaurants a lot since friends are posting it on Instagram. I decided to give it a try. The bamboo restaurant sits by the Ayung river. In the evening, the view of the river is exceptional. The are cocoons for more private and intimate dining option for smaller group.

I love the food. They were delicious, and in good portion. The plating of the food was very nice and artistic. The service was excellent too. The waiters are knowledgable and helpful. The chef is very friendly. Overall, it was very enjoyable dining to remember.

To add a little bit more, the price is reasonable to my surprise.

Date of visit: July 2016
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Anuj S, Manager at Kubu At Mandapa, responded to this reviewResponded 8 October 2016

Dear Silvia T,

Thanks for taking time to write review of your Kubu experience! You touched all points of what makes Kubu an exceptional special dining venue. We really hope that you continue to be a active promoter of our restaurant and get to visit us soon. Thanks and look forward to welcoming you in near future.

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Reviewed 6 October 2016

My husband and I ate here on our last night in Bali.
It was an exceptional experience. From the moment we arrived and saw the view from the lobby we were so impressed, 'Wow!' moment number 1. and it only got better.
The ride down to the river restaurant in the golf buggy was fun, and then seeing the restaurant and the cocoons was 'Wow!' moment number 2.
The river itself is so beautiful, be there before it gets dark to enjoy it in daylight, but then when it is dark it is equally beautiful as it is floodlit. Wow No. 3
The way they have designed the gorgeous restaurant and cocoons fits in to their surroundings so well. Wow 4.
My husband and I just kept smiling and literally saying 'wow'
Our waiter was a lovely young man, he knew the menu inside and out, and was very friendly and helpful.
And then the food..... 'WOW 5-15'
The visual presentation of every course was stunning, matched equally by the sensational tastes. We had only ordered a main (the Ritz Carlton not in our price range usually...) but were treated to a number of free small appertisers, each of which were delicious, which we enjoyed with our divine mocktail drinks.
Our mains were outstanding. The service continued to be wonderful and the ambience was so special.
Dessert rivalled mains for another 'Wow!'
Even my hot chocolate was one of the best I have ever had (and I have had many, many hot chocolates).
We were then once again surprised with a last free treat of a few small dessert bites. Again beautiful to look at and very tasty.
The price for Bali was expensive, but for such an experience, the visual beauty of it all, the sensational food, the location, the service, it was a priceless experience at a very reasonable price. (AU$200 for two of us, main and dessert each, three mocktails, coffee and hot chocolate, bottled water). We would have paid two to three times more at home in Australia, more probably.
I would very highly recommend a visit. Book a head to reserve a cocoon.
The whole evening was fantastic. Wow factor 10/10.
Thank you to our lovely waiter, The Kubu Chef and staff and Ritz Carlton for a memory I will always treasure.

Date of visit: October 2016
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Anuj S, Manager at Kubu At Mandapa, responded to this reviewResponded 7 October 2016

Dear Sarah O,

WOW! I think your review for Kubu meal is WOW as well! Thanks a lot for such glorious comments and appreciation for what Kubu is all about. Phenomenal Ambiance, Exquisite Food and friendly, warm Balinese hospitality, with the Ritz-Carlton Flair. The entire team would like to send their sincere appreciation to you for writing this and visiting us. We can't wait to welcome you back. Please do not hesitate to contact us next time you are in Bali and you will have a nice private cocoon in Kubu. See you soon!

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Reviewed 4 October 2016 via mobile

The food at Kubu is not something really traditional but certainly will catch your attention, both the presentation and quality. Dinner with the famous Ayung River next to you, 100% satisfaction guarantee.

Date of visit: September 2016
1  Thank wallace t
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Anuj S, Manager at Kubu At Mandapa, responded to this reviewResponded 4 October 2016

Dear Dailo1,

Thanks for joining Kubu and taking time to write your feedback. We are happy to read that you enjoyed our modern take on presentation and the private Cocoon seating by the river. Hoe we get to see you soon!

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