2026 Jul 13
The East Coast surf season is in high tide, but that’s not the only reason you’d want to pack your bags for an eastward escape. Whether it’s just to bask in the sun and sea, or to experience the natural beauty of untouched landscapes, Sri Lanka’s East Coast is an excellent choice for a getaway, and the cuisine on offer does not disappoint either. Here are some of the cafés you’ll want to try out the next time you visit our eastern shores!
1. Café on the 18th
Opening Hours
Monday – Sunday
9.30 am – 9.30 pm
Rating: 4.6 stars | 1006 Reviews
Address: Fernando’s Beach Market,12, Beach Road, Alas Garden, Uppuveli, Trincomalee
Telephone: 0779 788 814
Instagram: @cafeonthe18
Facebook: @cafe on the 18
2. Ratata Café
Opening Hours:
Thursday – Tuesday
7.30 am – 3 pm, 6 pm – 10 pm
Wednesday
7.30 am – 3 pm
Rating: 4.9 stars | 365 Reviews
Address: 101/5, Alas Garden, Trincomalee
Telephone: 0762 417 667
Instagram: @ratata_cafe
Website: ratatacafe.lk
3. Saffron Lounge – Alas Garden
Opening Hours
8 am – 8 pm
Rating: 4.7 stars | 420 Reviews
Address: 01, Beach road, Alas Garden,Trincomalee
Telephone: 0779 275 772
Instagram: @saffronloungelk
4. Café w1
Opening Hours
Monday – Saturday
9 am – 7.30 pm
Rating: 4.9 stars | 306 Reviews
Address: 245, Irfan Aluminum, 1st Floor, Central Road, Trincomalee
Telephone: 0766 815 828
Instagram: @w1ca.fe
5. La Bāshi Restaurant and Café
Opening Hours
7.30 am – 10 pm
Rating: 4.7 stars | 237 Reviews
Address: 132/112 A, Alas Garden, Anandavinayagarvidi, Trincomalee
Telephone: 0716 226 034
Instagram: @la_bashi.trincomale
Facebook: @La Bashi
6. Queen Bee Café
Opening Hours
8 am – 9.30 pm
Rating: 4.9 stars | 486 Reviews
Address: 21, Alas Garden, Uppuveli, Trincomalee
Telephone: 0764 658 555
Instagram: @queen_bee_cafe_seafood
7. Cikolata
Opening Hours
Wednesday – Monday
10 am – 10 pm
Rating: 4.7 stars | 90 Reviews
Address: 442, Trincomalee-Batticaloa Road, Batticaloa
Telephone: 0652 226 691
Instagram: @cikolata.batticaloa
Facebook: @Cikolata
8. Mandalas Café
Opening Hours
Tuesday – Sunday
9 am – 9 pm
Rating: 4.6 stars | 262 Reviews
Address: 15, Thomas Lane, Batticaloa
Telephone: 0777 373 713
Instagram: @mandalas_cafe_batti
Facebook: @Mandalas Cafe
9. Corset & Cravat Coffee House
Opening Hours
Tuesday – Sunday
10 am – 9 pm
Rating: 4.7 stars | 18 Reviews
Address: 43, Station Road, Batticaloa
Telephone: 0777 292 446
Instagram: @corsetandcravat
Facebook: @corset and cravat coffee house
10. Gypcey Lounge
Opening Hours
7.30 am – 10 pm
Rating: 4.9 stars | 181 Reviews
Address: Manal Road, Arugam Bay
Telephone: 0771 358 303
Instagram: @gypceylounge
Website: https://lounge.gypcey.com/
11. Shady Lane
Opening Hours
10 am to 9 pm
Rating: 4.9 stars | 456 Reviews
Address: Sinhapura Road, Arugam Bay
Telephone: 0770 825 420
Instagram: @shadylane_mirissa_arugambay
12. Steam Yard
Opening Hours
8 am – 4 pm
Rating: 5.0 stars | 293 Reviews
Address: Panama Road, Arugam Bay
Telephone: 0766 690 504
Instagram: @steamyard_lk
13. Nami Café
Opening Hours
8 am – 6 pm
Rating: 4.7 stars | 225 Reviews
Address: Arugam Bay Road, Main Street, Pottuvil, Arugam Bay
Telephone: 0773 555 221
Instagram: @namicafe_arugambay
14. Kaffi Arugam Bay
Opening Hours
7 am – 6.30 pm
Rating: 4.8 stars | 815 Reviews
Address: Main Street, Arugam Bay
Telephone: 0742 508 376
Instagram: @kaffi.arugambay
So if you’re looking for a cozy afternoon with a nice, hot beverage right by the seaside, have a look at these cafés!
