The short answer
Alchemy Ubud: what visitors should know first
Yes, if you want a fully plant-based meal. The cafe says its menu is completely plant-based and gluten-free. Go in the morning or at lunch, confirm opening hours, and ask about ingredients if you have allergies.
Diet
What we checked
- Vegan options. The menu clearly marks vegan dishes, alongside others that are not vegan. Checked November 2026 · Source
Menus and kitchens change. If you follow a strict diet or have an allergy, confirm with the restaurant before you order.
Useful facts
Alchemy Ubud facts at a glance
- Location
- Jalan Penestanan Kelod No 75, Penestanan, Ubud
- Dining style
- Plant-based cafe
- Price signal
- Moderate
- Signature order
- Ask staff for current favourites
- Good for
- Vegan and gluten-free diners
Why it matters
Why Alchemy Ubud is worth your time
For vegetarian and vegan travellers from India, Ubud is easier than most of Indonesia, and Alchemy is one of the cafes that tells you plainly what it serves. A plant-based menu removes the usual questions about fish sauce, shrimp paste, egg and meat stock that complicate eating at many local warungs.
That clarity matters for older travellers and families who need a reliable meal. Pairing a plant-based cafe with Balinese sights lets you keep the day simple while still eating well.
Highlights
What not to miss
- 01
Plant-based menu
The website says the menu is completely plant-based and gluten-free; some dishes may contain honey, so check labels.
- 02
Penestanan setting
A short ride from central Ubud, near the Campuhan area.
- 03
Long daily hours
Listed as open daily from morning to evening.
Plan your visit
How to experience it
Alchemy's website describes its menu as completely plant-based and gluten-free. Ask staff about the ingredients in a particular dish, as the site does not list items. If you are vegan for ethical or religious reasons, confirm that no honey or other animal-derived ingredients are used in the dish you choose.
Plan the meal for lunch, when you can sit in daylight, and combine it with a walk in the Penestanan lanes or the Campuhan Ridge Walk. It is a good option after a morning of temples, when many travellers want something light.
Hours listed on the site are daily from 07:30 to 21:30. Check them before making a special trip, because hours and menus change.
Plan with confidence
Small checks that make a better meal.
- Check opening hours before you go
- Ask staff about ingredients
- Confirm honey and other ingredients if you are strictly vegan
- Book ahead for large groups
Know before you go
Timing, access and comfort
- Area
- Jalan Penestanan Kelod No 75, Penestanan, Ubud
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Best time
- Lunch or an early dinner
- Walking level
- Easy
- Senior comfort
- Tables are on level ground in the cafe, but the lane to Penestanan is narrow and may be walked or reached by car. Check seating and access when you book.
- Tickets and access
- No booking is normally needed for a small group; for larger parties or dinner, confirm on the cafe's website. Opening hours may change.
Best for
Plan it with
Plan the practical part
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Staying close keeps journeys short — useful for early starts and for anyone who tires quickly.
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Travelling with parents?
Tables are on level ground in the cafe, but the lane to Penestanan is narrow and may be walked or reached by car. Check seating and access when you book.
Raahzo can arrange an arrival or day companion who handles tickets, queues and pacing, and keeps the family updated.
See concierge supportFAQs
Is Alchemy fully vegan?
The cafe says its menu is completely plant-based, but reviewers report honey is used in some dishes, so we list it as vegan options rather than fully vegan. Check the menu labels or ask staff if you need to avoid honey.
Is it Jain-friendly?
We did not verify Jain preparation. Ask the kitchen directly.
Where is it?
Jalan Penestanan Kelod No 75, Penestanan, Ubud.
Sources and further reading
Timings, fees and access rules change. Recheck with the official source before you travel.
