Which Cafes On Garlic Lane Bali Serve Vegan And Gluten-Free Dishes?

Walking down Garlic Lane in Ubud always feels like stumbling into a tiny parade of flavor, and I’ve spent more than a few afternoons poking my head into every cafe there to see what they offer for vegan and gluten-free diets.

Right on the lane you'll find spots that are explicitly plant-forward or very willing to swap ingredients. 'Clear Cafe' is one of my go-tos — it’s just off Garlic Lane and they have a large selection of vegan dishes and clearly marked gluten-free options; their smoothie bowls, salads, and many mains can be made gluten-free if you ask (they’ll swap out bread/pasta for rice or extra veggies). A short stroll brings you to 'Alchemy' which is a lifesaver if you want 100% raw/vegan choices and lots of gluten-free desserts and raw cakes. 'KAFE' (near the lane) is casual and flexible: they label vegan items and will modify plates to be gluten-free — think rice-based bowls, tempeh or tofu swaps, and hearty salads. I also like dropping into 'Sayuri Healing Food' and 'The Seeds of Life' when I crave nut-milk lattes or raw snacks; both are committed to plant-based menus and clearly highlight gluten-free treats.

Practical tips from my many visits: always mention gluten when ordering (say 'no gluten' or 'tanpa gluten') and double-check sauces — soy sauce can hide gluten but many places will use tamari or coconut aminos if you ask. For breakfast I usually choose smoothie bowls, chia puddings, or a coconut yogurt parfait; for mains, rice dishes, gado-gado (ask for no fried tempeh batter), and grilled veggies are safe bets. If dessert matters, Alchemy’s raw cakes and Clear Café’s gluten-free sweets are small celebrations.

If you’ve got strict allergy concerns, I’ve learned to point them out politely and ask about cross-contamination — staff on Garlic Lane are typically friendly and used to dietary requests. Overall, Garlic Lane is surprisingly accommodating for vegan and gluten-free eaters: lots of choice, a chilled vibe, and a few hidden gems that feel like they were made just for me — I always leave with a little more energy and a new favorite snack.

There’s a very different vibe I get when I wander Garlic Lane late afternoon: it’s busy, friendly, and almost every cafe has at least a couple of vegan or gluten-free options. If I’m short on time I’ll head straight to 'Clear Cafe' for a reliably labeled menu — they list vegan and gluten-free dishes and are used to swaps. If I want something fully plant-based and dessert-forward, 'Alchemy' is my pick; everything there skews raw, vegan, and many things are gluten-free by default.

Other small places along or just off the lane, like 'KAFE' and 'Sayuri Healing Food', are flexible and happy to adapt mains (swap noodles for rice, ask for no bread, check sauces). My rule of thumb: ask for 'no gluten' and avoid battered or soy-sauced items unless they confirm tamari. I love the ease of choosing a rice bowl, tempeh, salads, and smoothie bowls — simple, filling, and reliably safe. Garlic Lane makes eating plant-based while avoiding gluten feel a lot less stressful, and I always leave with a smile and a plan to come back for another bowl.