Black Cat Cafe + Stay

Located in the courtyard of the splendid Barefoot gallery, this casual but stylish cafe serves sandwiches, salads and daily specials that usually include…

These include international chains such as The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf as well as local café brands such as The Black Cat, Butter Boutique and The Cake Factory. So when you’re looking for an ice-cold frappe to beat the heat or a soothing matcha green tea, or a decadent slice of cake, you’ll be spoilt for choice – make sure to spend some time in these air-conditioned havens, and enjoy tasty morsels and beverages as well as complimentary Wi-Fi!. If you have a really sweet tooth, make sure to check out outlets such as Goodies (which is located at Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo, one of the hotels in Colombo City) that specialise in a range of ganache-covered chocolate-based cakes such as the Chocolate Chip, Opera and Domino.

Black Cat Cafe in a hit amongst locals and travellers for their retro decor Black Cat Cafe/Instagram. Housed in a mansion from the 1920s, the Black Cat Cafe has a cool retro vibe that most travellers take an instant liking to—think old posters, velvet sofas, retro wooden furniture, potted plants, and curios scattered all around. And when it comes to food, their menu stands out just as much.

Located in a leafy residential suburb on the outskirts of the city centre is Black Cat Café. This is one of the trendiest spots in town to grab a proper coffee and delicious brunch with Western and Sri Lankan options on offer. They also sell homemade chocolate biscuit pudding which is a popular dessert in Sri Lanka that’s so enticing it’s sure to have you reaching for a spoon!

The Black Cat Cafe + Stay is a charming little nook in Colombo, renowned for its homemade ginger beer and being a pet-friendly bed and breakfast. Located in the upmarket Cinnamon Gardens area, this establishment is housed within a beautifully restored mansion from the 1920s. The cafe’s interior exhibits a minimalist and vintage-cool aesthetic that is totally Instagram-worthy.

Black Cat Café, despite having a few high-priced items on its menu, balances this with an array of more budget-friendly options, ensuring accessibility for various customers. This diversity caters to different preferences, offering something for everyone's pocket. The café's ambiance is a haven for remote workers or students seeking a productive environment.

If I had to pick one cafe; in Colombo it would be this hipster magnet in the heart of Cinnamon Gardens, one of the city's swish neighbourhoods. It's walking distance from Odel (Colombo's best-known destination store); expats and the city's trendsetters converge at Black Cat. The coffees are spot on; their all-day menu also offers some scrumptious desserts.

This hip cafe occupies the ground floor of a 1920s-era mansion in upmarket Cinnamon Gardens, the Mosman/Toorak of Colombo, which was recently transformed into a B&B. Upstairs are five high-ceilinged minimalist rooms. Downstairs, the cafe is all retro velvet couches and young freelancers working on laptops at wooden tables or on the sunny, tiled terrace.

Black Cat is a quaint little café that serves up good coffee and healthy food. It has a homey, rustic feel to it as it is an old house that has been converted into a café and B+B so...if you want to stay over they can accommodate you. The staff here is very friendly and would strike up a conversation with you and make you feel welcome.

A long-standing Colombo favourite, Black Cat serves up cracking Western fare in the lovely, laid-back setting of a heritage house. Chat to wonderfully friendly staff as you nab a yummy Aussie-inspired brunch (available ’til midday), or a big speciality burger. Foodie highlights include chilli prawns, Eggs Hemingway and the Downpayment.

You have to check out Sri Lanka's secret gem, the Black Cat Cafe!. This small cafe, which is located in the center of Colombo, has an interesting and artistic ambiance. It's the ideal place to relax and savor an excellent meal or a cup of coffee because of its eccentric atmosphere and delectable menu.

Black Cat Cafe is located on the ground floor of a gorgeous 1920’s colonial mansion, decorated with vintage posters inside. The tables converted from old zinger sewing machines deserve a special mention. High-quality coffee grounds are imported from all over the world and roasted on the premises.

Black Cat Cafe in Colombo is a quirky cafe housed in a 1920s mansion, offering a retro vibe with vintage decor. It’s a popular spot for brunch and also operates as a B&B. The menu features a fusion of Sri Lankan and Western dishes, with standout items like the Black Cat Latte and Paulie’s Burger.

An old house converted-quaint little cafe and a B&B, Black Cat Cafe is one of the famous cafes in Colombo and for a good reason. The rustic vibe and homely ambience create a cosy atmosphere. Featuring outdoor and indoor seating, the Cafe also has soothing music playing in the background.

2nd on the list of our favorite cafes in Colombo is Black Cat Cafe. The owner started the cafe 7 years ago, and it continues to be one of the best in all of Sri Lanka!. The coffeehouse is known for quality coffee and a beautiful atmosphere on the ground floor of a colonial-era home.

Book a spot with Colombo City Walks that takes you through the city’s commercial heritage in terms of reflecting on the times and the ways of the Portuguese, Dutch and English. The walk is hosted by Mark Forbes, a travel-photographer and former safari ranger, now turned historian.

The cafe is also in Colombo 07 on the ground floor of a colonial-era home, and the atmosphere is very inviting and homely. Tables are made from old Singer sewing machines, and the rest of the seating consists of cozy couches and outdoor patio furniture.

Black Cat Cafe dishes out a few sandwiches, and from what we gathered, they're equally good. The BLT is a classic here, and if you wish to get something chicken-based, go with the Poached Chicken & Herb Sandwich. For orders & inquiries: 0112675111

This is the type of cafe that you go to hang out with old friends and meet new ones. The cosy interior and the outside seating area are both great for enjoying a conversation with a coffee in hand.

Enjoy great brews, a calm atmosphere, and free Wi-Fi in a charming setting. Perfect for unwinding or getting work done.