Copper Bonnet Bistro & Bar

Copper Bonnet is a bistro and cocktail bar on Jl. Soekarno Hatta that takes its drinks seriously. The bar makes its own bitters and limoncello and lists more than 20 signature cocktails, and the kitchen pulls ideas from around the world rather than sticking to one cuisine.

Food runs from slow-braised pork shoulder to USDA prime steaks and a wagyu cheeseburger, and there is a separate menu of more than 15 vegetarian and vegan dishes, which is unusual in Labuan Bajo. The room is intimate, with a long bar, warm lighting and wooden tables, and suits a relaxed dinner or a few drinks after sunset.

It holds a 4.6 rating from more than 500 Google reviews. Reservations can be made through the website for lunch and dinner slots; book ahead for groups of six or more.

It is a good choice for a final night in town, when a well-made cocktail and a steak feel like a reward after days at sea. The vegetarian menu also makes it one of the easier places for mixed groups. Opening hours vary by season, so check the website before you go.