This June, the culinary landscapes of Jakarta and Bali welcome a wave of updated menus and vibrant new spaces. For discerning diners mapping out their culinary calendar this month, deciding where to eat comes down to a choice between beautifully evolved neighbourhood favourites and relaxed beachfront gatherings. From artisan bakes in the city to sunlit coastal dining and refreshing ice cream, these three destinations offer plenty of reason to book a table.
BRAUD CAFÉ JAKARTA
Rising quietly amid Jakarta’s fast-paced rhythm in December 2022, BRAUD first arrived as BRAUD General Store, a Bali-born artisan patisserie bringing with it a clear, comforting purpose: good bread, good wine, and a sense of warmth that lingers. It did not take long for it to find its crowd. By late 2025, the space had naturally evolved into BRAUD Café Jakarta, a shift that feels less like a rebrand and more like a return to what it has always been; an essential destination for anyone deciding where to eat and to gather over thoughtful food in Jakarta, with pastries at its heart and a growing presence of curated dishes and natural wines. More recently, a gentle revamp has introduced cocktails into the fold, settling in as though they had always belonged.
The changes are subtle but felt. The space leans further into its home-like ease, where nothing feels overly staged. Seating flows more naturally, the kitchen and bar move with a quieter rhythm, and the display counter, softly lit, draws you in with its daily lineup of sweet and savoury bakes. Even the outdoor area has been extended, now more considered for those who prefer to linger a little longer over coffee or something stronger, making it an effortless choice for where to eat for brunch to dinner.
On the menu, a familiar favourite returns in a new form. The Honey Brie Salt Bread builds on the well-loved Brie Brioche, keeping the indulgent pairing of melted brie and honey, now tucked into a warm, lightly salted bread that balances richness with a gentle savoury edge. Alongside it, the sausage pastry continues to draw a steady following, simple and satisfying in all the right ways.
The addition of cocktails marks a new rhythm for the space. The Paloma, a crowd’s favourite, is built on Blanco Tequila, lifted with grapefruit soda and a touch of citrus bitters that keeps it crisp and refreshing. The Highball follows with a cleaner profile, pairing Suntory Kakubin whisky with club soda and a bright squeeze of lemon, resulting in something light and zesty. Alongside them sit familiar staples such as Negroni and Old Fashioned, while the natural wine selection continues to offer a thoughtful range across red, white, sparkling, rosé, and orange.
From morning through to dinner, the kitchen moves seamlessly with the day. Breakfast and brunch begin at 8am before easing into a fuller lunch offering, and later, a relaxed dinner service. The menu brings together global favourites – think a comforting Englishman breakfast to start, a Gochujang Chicken Burger for a bold lunch, Steak Frites Jakarta for an indulgent dinner, and Fried Sesame Dango to round things off on a sweet note. It is, in many ways, still the same BRAUD, just a little more layered, and all the better for it.
STARFISH BLOO
The island’s favourite beachfront restaurant at W Bali – Seminyak takes on a refreshed direction, redefining where to eat Mediterranean delicacy along the shoreline with a gentle touch of Asian flair. Set against rolling waves and an easy sea breeze, Starfish Bloo continues to strike that balance between refinement and ease. This latest menu brings a clearer sense of contrast, where bold, sunlit flavours meet a more considered, precise approach.
Leading the refresh, Executive Sous Chef Jules Winckler, recently returned to W Bali – Seminyak, places the ocean at the centre of the experience. The seafood platters set the tone: a fresh, raw spread of spicy tuna, ceviche limeño, seabream crudo, ponzu-dressed scallops, and prawn sashimi. Alongside, more indulgent selections arrive in the form of Lombok oysters, rock lobster, clams, king prawns, and Hokkaido scallops, served with thoughtful accents from smoked butter, spices, and mignonette. His formative years across France come through in the cooking, where flavours are layered with precision and balance.
Elsewhere, the braised beef cheek highlights a patient, slow-cooked tenderness, paired with Asian slaw and soft mantou. Butterflied prawns are lifted with a bright Dover lime jus, while salmon maki offers a more contemporary, satisfying bite. The experience closes on a lighter note with a mango and passionfruit sorbet pavlova, clean and refreshing to the last spoonful.
PARÁ TREATS CANGGU
After months of teasing its next chapter, PARÁ Treats has finally landed in Canggu, expanding the choices for where to eat premium desserts beyond its original Seminyak. The new space is noticeably larger, designed for lingering catch-ups with family and friends, though that has not stopped loyal fans from lining the pavement since morning. Much like the Seminyak branch before it, the buzz arrives early and stays all day.
The new store leans clean and understated. White subway tiles frame the space, warm lighting bounces softly off stainless-steel counters, and the terracotta-toned exterior catches the Canggu sun with ease. Inside, the signature PARÁ Treats cups sit neatly displayed, requiring little embellishment. The air carries the scent of ripe fruit and cold cream, instantly familiar to returning regulars.
Freshness remains at the heart of the concept. Ingredients are kept fresh and never stored for too long, allowing the fruit-forward flavours and creamy textures to stay vibrant in every cup. They are transformed into the smoothies and frozen treats that first made PARÁ a Seminyak favourite. Crowd staples like the Glow Skincare and Berries N Cherries smoothies continue to draw regulars, while the Strawberry Cheesecake froyo remains one of the most-ordered options for something richer and creamier. The new home comes with a new flavour: Pistachio PARÁ, a smooth, nutty addition already building its own following.
PARÁ Treats Canggu welcomes dessert aficionados from day to night, opening daily from 9am to 10pm.