Papege's Warung has a special place in my heart. It is also one of the main reasons Ubud itself has a special place in my heart.
The owner is truly a caring person, and treats you kindly and with all her presence. The prices aren't touristy by "touristy"'s standards at all, and the vibe is so perfect that so often enough you just end up striking a conversation with the other guests who are there. The place is big enough, yet at the same time also small enough, for these beautiful connections to happen. It is located beside a strolling path junction, so you can also just watch the world go by. Exceptionally beautiful.
And the soft little background lounge music that plays through some little speakers, it's perfect! It doesn't get in the way of your thoughts or your conversations, just sits in the background.
Do go with the right expectations; it is often manned by one person and everything is cooked with care, so food may not come immediately. I recommend bringing a book or kindle to pass the time. That you may not need if you find someone to talk to!
I think I've tasted 1/3 of the menu at this point and everything has...
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