Best food, cafés & bars in Labuan Bajo

An Italian restaurant that brings an Asian touch to seafood. Standout dishes include barracuda carpaccio, grilled octopus, and linguine with shrimp. It’s a good spot for wine or cocktails, with a cozy, relaxed interior.

A restaurant serving local and international dishes featuring moringa leaves. Moringa rice and se’i pair fragrant rice with tender meat, while the bold, spicy aroma of sambal talalu whets the appetite. The wood-and-bamboo interior opens onto a green garden with sea views.

A seafood and Indonesian restaurant on a hill overlooking the harbor. The grilled fish and prawns have a lovely smoky char, complemented by local seasonings. A good spot for a meal around sunset with views of the sea and harbor.