The Backyard Island Cafe
Lombok and Gilis
At a glance
The Backyard Island Cafe is a casual dining spot on Gili Meno, serving a broad menu shaped by pizza, seafood and grilled food. The kitchen’s style brings together wood-fired pizzas, seafood preparations and grilled dishes, with additional choices that include soups, salads, pasta and Indonesian favourites. The range gives the cafe a flexible character, with options for diners looking for a lighter plate, a seafood meal or a more filling grilled dish.
The setting is presented as a backyard surrounded by the island’s natural environment. That gives the cafe a relaxed, nature-linked identity rather than a formal restaurant feel. The atmosphere centres on simple island dining, with food and drinks enjoyed in a setting connected to Gili Meno’s greenery and coastal surroundings. The menu’s combination of familiar international dishes and Indonesian options also suits mixed dining preferences.
Pizza is a central part of the offering, with wood-fired preparation providing the defining touch. Seafood and grilled food form the other main strands of the menu, while salads and vegetable-based soups add lighter choices. Pasta, including spaghetti and penne, broadens the selection further. The menu also includes fresh juices made with fruits such as banana, orange, avocado, mango, lemon, pineapple and dragon fruit, along with mixed juice and milkshakes. Beer, soft drinks and bottled water are also listed.
The cafe suits casual meals for diners who want variety in a natural backyard environment. Pizza-focused diners can choose from the wood-fired section, while seafood and grill fans have a separate direction to explore. Salads, soups and fruit drinks offer alternatives to the heavier dishes. Its location makes it a practical stop for travellers spending time on Gili Meno and exploring Lombok and Gilis at an unhurried pace.
The Backyard Island Cafe is located at Gili Meno, Gili Indah, Kecamatan Pemenang, Kabupaten Lombok Utara, Nusa Tenggara Barat. The venue lists WhatsApp as its contact channel for enquiries.
