There are so many incredible vegan options in the Nusa Islands, just off of Bali Mainland. There are more places offering vegan food in Nusa Lembongan and Nusa Ceningan than there are in Nusa Penida. However, we didn’t struggle to find good options on any of the islands. We were initially expecting to eat a lot of local food. However, after a bit of digging, we were pleasantly surprised at what we found.
Here is our Guide to the best Vegan Food in Nusa Lembongan and Nusa Ceningan.
Sandy Bay Beach Bar – Nusa Lembongan
Sandy beach bar is an incredible spot for cocktails. It is the perfect place to chill all afternoon with a beautiful pool and access to Sandy Bay beach.
- What to Order: Jack fruit Tacos and Vegan Chocolate Cake.
- Price Range: It is one of the more pricey spots on the island, but it is worth it for the magical setting.
- Check out their TripAdvisor here.
Ginger & Jamu
For the best vegan breakfast on the island! They also have lunch and dinner options, but our favourite is the breakfast menu. When island bound, nothing can beat eating fluffy vegan pancakes with your toes in the sand.
- What to Order: The Vegan Pancakes & Tofu scramble.
- Price Range: Normal Bali prices.
- Check out their TripAdvisor here.
Indiana Kenanga
Their breakfast menu isn’t the best for vegans, but this hits the vegan spot for lunch or dinner! The decor and setting is perfect for a romantic dinner listening to the waves rolling up on the beach.
For special occasions, you can also pay for a lovely setting on the beach, complete with flowers and sunset views.
- What to Order: The tacos, curry and vegan burger complete with vegan mayo!
- Price Range: Incredible prices!
- Check out their TripAdvisor here.
Next Level Cafe – Nusa Ceningan
Next Level cafe was our favourite place on the island for breakfast. Run by a local family, they serve beautiful smoothie bowls and local dishes.
The setting itself is so beautiful, with blue-tiled floors, stunning artwork and quirky teacups. We especially loved heading to Next Level Cafe for breakfast.
- What to Order: Yellow Bridge Smoothie Bowl (remove honey and ask for Soy or coconut Milk). Vegetable Nasi Goreng (remove the egg and add Tempe).
- Price Range: Incredible prices!
- Check out their TripAdvisor here.
Curry Traders
For some delicious vegan curries, this is the place. Its a gorgeous setting, and the owners really know how to make a curry!
- What to Order: The vegan options are marked on the menu.
- Price Range: On the pricier side, but worth it!
- Check out their TripAdvisor here.
Pondok Baruna Warung
If you want some awesome cheap eats and love local food, this is THE place!
- What to Order: Pepes tofu, it’s INCREDIBLE!
- Price Range: Cheap eats!
- Check out their TripAdvisor here.
Bali Eco Deli – Nusa Lembongan
Bali Eco Deli has a focus on clean and healthy food as well as sustainability. If you bring a reusable water bottle, you can fill it up for free as an incentive to reduce single-use plastic.
- What to Order: They have a great vegan Green Thai curry.
- Price Range: On the pricier side, you will pay around double the price for a local dish.
- Check out their TripAdvisor here.
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Sea Breeze Beach Bar – Nusa Ceningan
Sea Breeze is a fantastic beach bar on Ceningan island. It’s an excellent spot to spend the day as well as eat good food. There are seats right on the sea edge, which is just the most beautiful setting. Their food portions were generous and great value for money. This beach club is also a great spot to view the sunset from.
- What to Order: Tofu Curry and Vegetable Spring Rolls.
- Price Range: very reasonable!
- Check out their TripAdvisor here.
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Zero Waste – Nusa Lembongan
This cute cafe is right on the beachfront. It is a ‘toes in the sand whilst you eat’ experience. There are a few good vegan options and some additional ones you can make vegan.
- What to Order: Tempe Sandwich, ask for it to be vegan!
- Price Range: Normal prices.
- Check out their TripAdvisor here.
A Guide to the best Beach Bars in Nusa Lembongan and Nusa Ceningan
Of course Sea Breeze and Sandy Bay are both incredible Beach bars as well as places to eat. Here are some others we enjoyed on our visit to Nusa Lembongan and Ceningan.
- The Sand – Nusa Ceningan – With its iconic pink swing in the sea the Sand is an awesome place to choose to spend your day.
- Ohana – Nusa Lembongan – This cosy beach club is set on one of the most beautiful beaches on the island. This long stretch of sand is really beautiful and a great place to swim.
- Le Pirate Beach Club – Nusa Ceningan – A beautiful beach club with a beautiful blue and white theme and a stunning pool. It is quite a small beach club but it feels quite intimate and cosy.
- Blue Lagoon Klyf Club – Nusa Ceningan -Perhaps our favourite beach club. This beach club is so classy and sophisticated, with an incredible view of the Blue Lagoon. We sat here for hours, and if you are lucky enough, you might spot a few turtles that call this lagoon home.
Are you looking to head to Nusa Penida?
Here is a guide to the best vegan spots on this incredible island
- Penida Colada: the best place for vegan food in Nusa Penida. What to order: Tempe Burger and an incredible Chickpea curry.
- Virgin Beach Club: Okay food but great setting. Order the Tempe burger, ask for it to be vegan.
- Coco Penida Bar & Restaurant: We didn’t get a chance to eat here ourselves but heard great things, and our hotel strongly recommended it. Please read our guide to Nusa Penida restaurants and Beach clubs for more.
How to reach the Nusa Islands
The best and easiest way to reach the Nusa Islands is from Bali. From Bali you can head to Sanur and catch a boat to the islands. The journey is around 30-45 minutes and costs roughly 300 rupiah for a return.
Use Penidago to book your tickets online.
Summary of the best vegan food in Nusa Lembongan and Nusa Ceningan
The Nusa islands are such a great part of Indonesia and so easy to access from Bali. There are fantastic places to eat across the Nusa Islands, with some of the best vegan food we have ever had. No trip to Bali would be complete without taking the time to visit these insatiable islands.
Check out our other Nusa Lembongan and Nusa Ceningan guides here:
Or our Nusa Penida Guides:
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