If you’re a traveler currently exploring Bali and finding your way to Tegalalang, there’s a unique café that you must visit – Huma Cafe.
Origin and Concept
Huma Cafe was born from the owner’s, Komang Adisetya’s, desire to create a café in an area frequented by joggers, athletes, and villa-goers. This concept came to life in 2022, transforming into Huma Cafe.
Huma Cafe is more than just a café; it’s a place where nature and the dining experience harmoniously merge. With its earthy living experience concept, visitors get to enjoy their food and drinks in a natural setting, particularly amidst lush rice fields.
According to Febi, Head of Operations at Huma Cafe, “The concept of Huma Cafe is earthy-living experience. Through this concept, we hope visitors can feel what it’s like to be in nature, especially here amidst the rice fields. Visitors can relax, work, and connect with nature while enjoying comfort and excellent service.”
Two Distinct Sections
Huma Cafe features two distinct sections – the front section and the rear section, closer to the rice fields. Don’t worry about ordering your menu; you’ll find a barcode at every table, containing Huma Cafe’s menu.
This café not only offers a place to relax but also caters to those who want to work from a café. Here, you can work while enjoying the beautiful green rice field views. Each table is equipped with power outlets for your convenience.
Photography Heaven
One of the highlights of Huma Cafe is its Instagram-worthy design. With the rice fields as a backdrop and natural lighting, it’s a perfect spot for photography. Whether you’re a professional photographer or just want to snap some stunning photos for your Instagram, Huma Cafe provides the ideal setting.
Relax and Read
Due to its serene and idyllic atmosphere, many visitors take the opportunity to read a book while enjoying delicious food and the beautiful view. Huma Cafe provides an environment where you can relax, read, and unwind amidst the tranquil surroundings.
Febi notes, “The response from visitors at Huma Cafe has been overwhelmingly positive. They feel comfortable working, reading, spending time with family, and many of them create creative photos, videos, and content here.”
Menu Highlights
For travelers in Bali who want to experience dining by the rice fields, Huma Cafe is a perfect choice. Beyond drinks, they offer a variety of light and heavy meals that you can order.
At Huma Cafe, you’ll find not only coffee but also tea, soft drinks, seasonal juices, and mocktails. Some of the must-try menu items include chicken teriyaki, tempura fried rice, and grilled chicken mushroom, which are Huma Cafe’s signature dishes. You can trust that all the food items on their menu are delightful, catering to both local and international tastes.
In terms of beverages, their specialties include mango frozen, strawberry frozen, and mint frozen. These beverages not only quench your thirst but are also health-conscious choices.
Affordability
One of the great things about Huma Cafe is that you don’t have to break the bank to enjoy its offerings. You can start with a drink for as little as Rp 15,000, and even their light meals begin at the same price.
Location and Operating Hours
Huma Cafe is located on the edge of the rice fields in Tegalalang, specifically at Jalan Cinta, Tegallalang, Tegallalang District, Gianyar Regency, Bali. It’s easily accessible by both two-wheeled and four-wheeled vehicles.
If you’re coming from Denpasar, it’s approximately 29 kilometers away, with a travel time of about 1 hour. Its countryside location allows you to relax and work while enjoying the serene rice field surroundings.
Huma Cafe opens every day from 08:00 to 22:00 WITA (Central Indonesia Time). Due to its unique, modern, and Instagrammable concept, the café always attracts a crowd. Peak visiting hours are usually around 13:00 – 14:00 WITA for lunch, and it tends to get busier in the late afternoon, offering a chance to witness a beautiful sunset if you’re lucky.
Future Development
Huma Cafe is always open to feedback from customers and strives to develop its business according to customer requests. Plans for expansion may include enlarging the building, introducing new products, and enhancing services.
For travelers seeking the beauty of Bali’s rice fields while enjoying a café atmosphere, Huma Cafe is a must-visit destination.