Happy Banana Komodo

Happy Banana is one of the best-reviewed restaurants in town, with a 4.7 rating from nearly 2,900 Google reviews. The menu mixes Japanese and Asian fusion: sushi rolls, udon, rice bowls and healthy plates, with many dishes available in vegan versions. It is a good place to reset after several days of boat food.

The restaurant sits on Jl. Soekarno Hatta, about 50 m past the Alfamart, in a long dining room with a bar along one side. It opens from breakfast until late evening, so it also works for an early meal before a day trip or a smoothie in the afternoon heat.

Prices are moderate. It gets busy around 19:00 in high season, so arrive early or message ahead by WhatsApp to hold a table.

Sushi here uses locally caught fish, and the kitchen is used to dietary requests, so tell the staff about allergies when ordering. It is also a sensible stop for a lighter lunch between a morning dive and an afternoon flight, as the airport is only a few minutes away by car.