What if...
Restaurants are no longer just places to soothe your appetite? Boardrooms of future CEO’s, meeting hubs for those destined to mingle and a familiar living space for Nomads without a place to call home.
We hope Zest is a place where you feel safe to belong.
Welcome to
The Zest Forest
An enchanted forest of human diversity.
A safe haven for aimless travelers, rebels on the run from mediocricy and colorful souls who refuse to choose between black or white.
A playground for party animals, living room of the modern nomadic and a hub for authentic human connection.
We hope to massage your spirit with smooth sounds and epic vibes. May we tickle your tastebuds with plant powered confort foods cooked up with that unmistakable Zesty twist.
But most of all, may you feel celebrated and loved for your unique place in our eco system. May you find a home on our couch, peace in your heart and plenty of new friends along the way
You are home, you are loved
and we are one.
Hug, Huge Hug, Your Zest Family
Zest Menu
Our menu is a plant forward.
Animal friendly celebration of the
bounteous roots, fruits and shoots of our Balinese edible eco system (aka the food forest)
All items are vegan and MOST ARE
available in gluten free versions.
Some say our food is mostly healthy, with a naughty, decadent edge. When we look in the mirror, that rings a bell.
Dear friend. Welcome home.
Chew slowly, breathe deeply and may you allow yourself to receive the magic of life’s mystery.
Earth Kissed Food made with Joy
Zest All Day
Breakfast
OVERNIGHT OATS
Orange, soaked figs, and toasted almond 77K
โDragonfruit, passionfruit, pumpkin seeds,
and raw cacao 88Kโ
Mango, fresh berries, coconut, and rosewater 77K
SUNRISE SMOOTHIE BOWLS
MANGO PASSION BOWLS 88K
Mango, pineapple, coconut flesh & yoghurt, topped with passion fruit, mango, banana, grated coco, starfruit, crus-hed granola
PEANUT BUTTER JELLY 88K
Peanut butter, banana, strawberries, coconut yoghurt & mylk, granola, sesame seeds, peanut butter cream
BRUNCH BRUNCH TRIBE
CLASSIC AVOCADO TOAST 88K
Sliced avocado, tomato, daikon ‘bacon’, radish, olive oil on bananaflour toast
JAPANESE-ISH AVOCADO TOAST 88K
‘Wasabified’ avocado, kim chi, broccoli, umami asparagus on bananaflour toast
BREAKFAST BRUSCHETTA 88K
Black pepper 'cheeze', pesto, marinated tomato, cucumber, rucola and coriander on sourdough
BIG BREAKFAST SALAD STACK 88K
Sweet potato and taro hash browns, crispy mushroom, avocado, grilled tomato, jackfruit sausage, ruccula and papaya chutney, pickle.
ROYAL BREAKFAST 98K
Grilled mushrooms, cheesy tomato, avocado, jack sausage, chickpea omelet, wilted spinach, bbq sauce, toast+butter
ZESTY CHICKPEA OMELET 88K
Grilled mushrooms, cheesy tomato, avocado, jack sausage, chickpea omelet, wilted spinach, bbq sauce, toast+butter
NATURAL SWEET TREATS
PANCAKE STACK 108K
Triple pancake stack with strawberries, chocolate sauce and whipped coconut cream (+ coconut icecream: 15k / scoop)
PUMPKIN, LEMON & CINNAMON WAFFLES 72K
With salted caramel, rosella flowers and cinnamon ice cream
STRAWBERRIES, AND CREAM WAFFLES 80K
With strawberry jam, sliced strawberry, cookie crumble ice cream and coconut sprinkle
SAVOURY, SEAWEED WAFFLES 99K
With tree nut ‘camembert’, avocado, sweet chilli, shiitake mushroom and toasted sesame
HIGH VIBES
MENU
PLANT POWERED POKE BOWL 98K
Coconut ‘calamari’, watermelon ‘tuna’, edamame, daikon, crispy nori, sprouts, sesame rice, spicy tahini dressing
CAESAR 2.0
½ SERVE (SIDE DISH) 50K || FULL SERVE 88K
Romaine lettuce, caesar dressing, croutons, daikon bacon bits,
cherry tomato and tempura mushroom
ZEST SOUL MEDICINE
SUPER GREEN BOWL 88K
Broccoli, quinoa, moringa, asparagus, okra, spinach, avoca-do, parmesan cheese, mint yogurt and lemon dressing
ZEST KITCHARI 78K
Nourishing mungbean and rice porridge with ginger, cabbage, carrot, daikon and toasted almonds.
PLANT POWERED PHO 88K
The famous Vietnamese soup with a zesty twist. Ricenoodles, mushrooms, bok choy, chili and lime on the side
MORINGA MEDICINE BOWL 82K
Fresh moringa leaves, broccoli, shiitake mushroom, galangal, chillI, peanut, cashews, coriander, heritage rice
+sauerkraut BREAD: 15K
FOOD FOREST PIZZA 100K
NAUGHTY NAPOLI
Notzarella, tomato, basil, garlic oil
ROMAN JACK
Jackfruit, mushroom, cheddar, sausage, notzarella,
THE MIGHTY MUSHROOM
Mushroom pateฬ, mushroom melange, truffle oil, baisamic, cashew parmesan
RATATOUILLE
Zucchini, aubergine, marinated tomato, basil pesto, rucola,
& garlic olive oil
BURGER & SUSHI MAFIA
Burger
BIG GRILL BURGER + fries of your choice 108K (GF + 10K)
Shiitake patty, iceberg lettuce, mayo ketchup, shallot, spickles.
ZEST BURGER SLIDERS + fries of your choice 108K
3 MINI BURGERS: Mini Zest, Vegan Fisherman Burger, Chicken of the forest burger
Sushi 8 Pieces 88K
SMOKED CAPSICUM AND BROCCOLI 77K
Sweet potato crisp, broccoli, nori
JACKRUIT 'TUNA' AND AVOCADO 77K
Avocado, capers, dill, mayo
TEMPURA ONION 77K
Avocado, onion, paprika pickle, nori, chipote mayo
BURMESE 'EGG' 77K
Burmese Chickpea Tofu , sundried tomatoes, beansprouts, rucola, chipotle mayo (free grain)
DON'T PANIC. IT'S ORGANIC
But most of all our food is
medicine to soothe your soul and brighten your mind so you too can be angelic.
GET IT
Let's drop our guard and know you are loved especially for those hidden pockets of darkness. Own it, don't spoil it you are a rock star and if you can't see it we will show y o u.
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HEAR IT.
Y O U A R E G O D
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Embodied in a flesh suit made with particles from the stars.
UPCOMING EVENTS
๐ฅThe Enchantment of NADAV DAGON ๐ฅ
Step into a world where ancient rhythms meet futuristic sounds as we invite you to an enthralling evening at the majestic. On April 5th, 2025, let the music take control and join us for an unforgettable night where tradition and innovation collide ๐ถ
A Live Electronic Odyssey ๐ฅ
Prepare to be mesmerized by the extraordinary talents of NADAV DAGON, a visionary electronic musician and producer renowned for his thrilling LIVE performances. Feel the energy pulsate through your body as Nadav harnesses the power of samplers, drum machines, and a hybrid drum set to forge a 360-degree auditory spectacle.
Immerse yourself in the endless playground of tribal sounds, enchanting vocals, and groovy bass lines that will captivate your heart and soul ๐ฅ๐ค
Step into a world where ancient rhythms meet futuristic sounds as we invite you to an enthralling evening at the majestic. On April 5th, 2025, let the music take control and join us for an unforgettable night where tradition and innovation collide ๐ถ
You are warmly welcomed to join and co-create with us, a special evening full of Devotional singing, Bliss & Joy. Such a unique way to celebrate blissfully, combining the Spirit of ancient Teas with the sacredness of chanting mantras all together as one.
Prepare your spirit for a voyage through vibrational soundscapes as we welcome you to an evening of transcendence at the DRAGON TEA TEMPLE. On April 19, 2025, join the cosmic kirtan revolution with the extraordinary FRANKO HEKE,
n a sacred ceremonial setup at the Dragon tea temple ๐ต๐, we will explore held stories in our bodies—learning how to track your trauma responses, regulate,
Masculine Presence
Are you ready to step into a realm where the essence of masculinity merges with timeless rituals for an evening of transformation and empowerment? Mark your calendars for February 24, 2025
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Prepare to be whisked away on a euphonious journey as the Dragon Tea Temple opens its mystical doors on March 26th, 2025 at 18:30. An evening where every chord and rhythm whispers the ancient stories of the Spanish soul, brought to life by
Free Workshop Intro to Tea
Did you know in ancient times tea was considered a celestial elixir and medicine for life? Now, tea is more popular than ever. To find out why, join us at the heart of Bali's tea culture, **Dragon Tea Temple**,
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A night where rhythm, ritual, and revelry merge into a joyful celebration of the Brazilian soul. Brazilian Spirit is an unprecedented gathering in Ubud, a fusion of music, dance, and tea ceremony, honoring the unique essence of the land of carnival
Yin Tea Women Circle
Tea, Presence, Practice( each evening will be a new practice) Movement, Drumming, Beauty, Sharing, wisdom and knowledge which helps you to rise and shine โจ
Offering a thread of guidance through sound and deep meditation. The Kundalini activation is partly combined with live acoustic handpan and sacred instruments that will create a wave of energy and focus, helping us
The Art of Tea Ceremony
You are warmly welcomed to join and co-create with us, a special evening full of Devotional singing, Bliss & Joy. Such a unique way to celebrate blissfully, combining the Spiri
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Morning TeaCeremony
We'd love to have you join us for a tea ceremony. Tea is more than just a beverage for us—it's a practice and a way of life. We're in love with art and practice of tea, and we're excited to share it with everyone.
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Roots Fruits & Bamboo Shoot
Discover exciting local tastes, learn how food can grow in a forest, and how the Balinese ancestors have used these ingredients in culinary and ceremonial ways for centuries.
OUR
SPACE
Zen-like mixing it up for beauty and comfort. We’ve renovated a traditional Balinese building keeping all the beautiful features of the structure and introduced modern artwork by one of our favorite artist ArtxPan into the space. His murals are unique and each figures depicted have what we call in French “le regard de Renoir”, this miraculous touch that gives you the feeling to be seen by the painting. A native Kamboja tree (Frangipani tree) is planted at the heart of the restaurant to add to the Balinese fragrance of the atmosphere. Zest space was made for you to chill in plush sofas while enjoying incredible views over the Campuhan Ridge lush jungles. As travelling taught just, true luxury is a matter of contrasts and union of genres, like savouring delicacies naked on a beach or taking a hot bath after a week spent no shower/full power wandering through wild landscapes.
KICKASS VIEW
Come and enjoy a badass view overlooking the Campuhan Bridges lush ass jungle.
Right on our iron wood deck, you seriously can see the most stunning Avatar tree in Ubud.
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Food Forest for Human connection.
PIERRE
AkA, Pak Pierre, AkA DJ Pi, Overlord of the Zest Soundscape. Pi-Airo is the one who planted the very first seeds of the Zest Forest. Some rightly call him the creator, yet we see the one who truly creates trees can only be found in the space between the leaves. A voracious visionary with a sharp eye for finesse and Natural beauty, Papa Pierre has a generous heart with a deep love for his Zesty family.
Alain menu
SIMON
AkA Bli Made, AkA the tree whisperer, AKA the in-house Elf of the Zest food forest. Shri-mon has been by Pi-airo’s side since day 1, listening deeply to the soft voices of the Earth’s obscure creatures, receiving blessings and recipes for the evolution of the human species. Purveyor of fine plants, pods and seeds and dedicated to the alchemy of Nature’s most delicious and nutritious roots fruits and shoots into dishes that tickle the taste buds of our most discerning forest visitors.
JONGENOTTER
PUTU
AkA the mighty mountain, aka The Mother, Putu is a soft spoken, strong hearted warrior custodian of the island we call Bali. Standing tall with her ear turned to the 2 rivers of duality, she patiently and lovingly maintains the peaceful relations between the native forest species and the many imported, feral, international and extraterrestrial breeds that flock to this island for a taste of the Zest Forest.
MAHAGIRI
LEONOR
AkA the lioness, AkA Boss Lady, Leo is a fiery, passionate and proud protector of the forest performances and ceremonies. With an eye, for truth, beauty and integrity she is in charge of representing our talented friends in outrageously eye catching ways. Leo eats shady shamans for breakfast and effortlessly wards of snake oil sales men whilst patiently welcoming the truly gifted to find their voice in our safe haven.
ZAPATER
RATNA
AkA The Jewel, AkA saucy pants, Ratna is our free spirited social butterfly. The all seeing eye at the front of our house, she is the perfect balance of kindness and compassion yet outspoken enough to alchemize any negativity with a cheeky joke or a reassuring hug, The barometer of the Zest atmosphere, it is in the best interest of Zest (and humanity as a whole) that Ratna
remains well fed and happy at all times. For your own safety, try your very best to never upset this precious forest creature!
HENDRA
AkA The Handsome Hendra, AkA the Zest Mixologist, Hendra is passionate and dreamy bartender with a voracious passion for anything liquid enough to be considered a drink. Frothing silky smooth lattes and ice cold shakes in his bar domain, he’s always up to experiment with new layers of wild fermented ginger beer or house brewed kombucha. Word on the street whispers that he runs an illegal hard liquor operation in the basement of his home yet Zest inc. denies any legal responsibilities for his actions outside office hours.
AGUS
AkA, The Silent Strategist, also known as The Invisible Conductor. Agus operates behind a veil, a guardian of the unseen, making complexity appear simple. His charisma isn't just a mask; it's a key that unlocks doors of potential. He stands tall in stature and influence, yet his aura of modesty keeps him hidden from the spotlight. Like a memory vault, he effortlessly recalls the nuances of each task, no matter how grand or minute. With the precision and grace of a master, he orchestrates solutions, threading challenges into a seamless tapestry of accomplishment. A guardian of the unseen, Agus shapes success with a quiet strength that resonates through every endeavor.
OPENING HOURS:
8am - 10pm
©2024 by Zest Ubud.
