Places to Eat in Galle, Sri Lanka Galle Fort Restaurants and Cafés

Trading Hours Galle Fort

Restaurants and cafes are usually open from about 8:00AM to 10PM. Check to make sure they are open.

What to Wear

Being in the tropics, the weather at Galle is usually hot and humid. Dressing smart will make your experience far more enjoyable.

• Clothing - Loose cotton or breathable fabric clothes.

• Shoes - Good trainers/runners/ sneakers.

• Hat - Broad brimmed hat to keep the sun away.

• Sunscreen - Definitely a good idea in the tropics.

Safety and Comfort

The places nominated have good hygiene. Please remember, however, that western tummies aren't used to eastern bugs. So be careful with what you eat. If you have a hyper-sensitive stomach stick to only hot cooked food and bottled drinks. Visit our Galle Safety and Comfort page for more information.

A Minute by Tuk Tuk - Hospital Road - At the Dutch Hospital. Great sea view. Delicious cuisine.

Rocket Burger - 24 Pedlar St - Offers some of the best burgers in Sri Lanka. Somewhat pricey.

Lucky Fort Restaurant - Parawa St - Offers scrumptious Sri Lankan Rice and Curry meals.

Crepe-ology -53 Leyn Baan Street - Crepes of every kind, sweet, curried and savory.

Deco on 44 - 44 Light House St - Delicious Sri Lanka and western cuisine. The passion fruit crème brûlée!

Amangalla- 10 Church St - is part of one of the most exclusive hotels in the world. High tea is a treat.

Fort Printers - 39 Pedlar St - Odd name but excellent Sri Lanka/Western fusion food.