A French culinary bar located amidst the charm of Ubud area
Ubud’s culinary scene gets a touch of French savoir-faire with the opening of French Kiss, a French Culinary Bar located amidst the charm of the Monkey Forest area. Beyond just a restaurant, French Kiss is an ode to the artistry of French gastronomy with an innovative contemporary twist.
Spearheaded by the talented Chef Stephane Simond, patrons can expect a medley of classic French culinary techniques with the vibrant spirit of Balinese culture. The venue elegantly marries French sophistication with the warmth of Balinese charm, creating a symphony of flavors with fresh ingredients.
Savor the curated selection of tantalizing signature dishes, including Braised Wagyu Beef Brisket “Rossini” and Le French Kiss with Valrhona chocolate crème. French Kiss also offers a library of signature drinks to complement the exquisite food, such as the Notre Dame and Citrus Croisette.
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Make French Kiss the anchor of your Ubud days
French Kiss sits in Ubud, so start with hotel prices and pick a base from the walkable centre to the quiet valleys at Sayan. Then look at activity packages, since the temple circuits, a rice-terrace walk and a cooking or yoga class are easy to add to the trip. Finally, price a car: the sights are spread across the valley, so one driver for the day beats separate tours. The three links below go straight to each.
A French culinary bar near the Monkey Forest, which puts proper French cooking within walking distance of central Ubud.
The braised wagyu brisket Rossini is the signature, and the cocktail list carries the theme with Le French Kiss and the Notre Dame. It works as a drinks stop as much as a dinner. We would come at sunset for the bar and stay for the food if the mood holds, which is how most people seem to use it.
Must try:
Braised Wagyu Beef Brisket Rossini, Le French Kiss, Notre Dame cocktail
Best for:
Sunset drinks, sophisticated dining, experiencing French gastronomy
Open Tuesday to Sunday, from 5 PM to 11.30 PM.
Monkey Forest, Street Jalan Wenara Wana, Ubud, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571, Indonesia
+62 821 4558 8917
Where to Stay
Central Ubud: best for walkable sights.
Monkey Forest Road: best for shops and cafés.
Penestanan: best for a quieter base.
Sayan: best for valley views.
Nyuh Kuning: best for a village setting.
Tegallalang: best for rice terrace stays.
The best things to do nearby
Walk the Campuhan Ridge at sunrise
Visit the Sacred Monkey Forest
See a dance performance at Ubud Palace
Browse the Ubud Art Market stalls
See the Tegallalang rice terraces
Join a yoga class or cooking course
Visit Goa Gajah and Tirta Empul.
frequently asked questions
What kind of food does French Kiss serve?
French Kiss serves French Cuisine in Ubud. It is one of the places worth knowing when you are deciding where to eat around Ubud.
What should you order at French Kiss?
Braised Wagyu Beef Brisket Rossini, Le French Kiss, Notre Dame cocktail. Menus change with the season, so treat that as a starting point rather than a fixed list.
Where is French Kiss and how do you get there?
French Kiss is in Ubud. Getting around, the sights are spread across the valley, so a car with a driver saves time.