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Dikwella (20)
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The Jackfruit Vegan Cafe
Hiriketiya Rd ~ : +94-784190609
Moderate -- Vegan, American, Indian, International, Italian, Organic, Thai, Fast food, Juice bar, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Asian, Catering, Fusion, Middle Eastern, Breakfast -- Additional Info: Fully vegan cafe that is part of a hostel called Bunk 15. All products are locally sourced from farmers and is part of a community building project. Offers burgers, coffee, juices and cakes, plus a surprise menu of the day. Previously called
The White Peacock Vegan Cafe. Outdoor seating. Cash only. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 9:00am-3:00pm, 6:00pm-9:00pm -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)
Duni's Hoppers
Hiriketiya Rd ~ :
Inexpensive -- Ovo, Indian, International -- Additional Info: Breakfast and brunch café serving vegan hooper's (similar to dosa bread) with dahl and coconut sambhol. Also offers vegan smoothie bowls, smoothies, and coffee. All vegan except the option to add egg to hoppers. please update HappyCow with contact information. Outdoor seating. -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)
The Veggie Hut
XM7X+RWX ~ :
Inexpensive -- Vegan-friendly, Ovo, Asian -- Additional Info: A vegetarian family restaurant that serves curries, hoppers and pastries (such as samosas and others), some of which are vegan. Food is affordable and local. Vegans please ask if egg could be omitted from certain dishes. (Please send HappyCow an update with further information.) -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)
Bahia - Maybe closed
Hiriketiya Rd ~ : +94-761781491
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Western, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Breakfast, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Beachfront cafe offering vegan avocado toast with non-dairy feta & scrambled tofu, as well as vegan tacos. Other items can be made vegan on request. Non-dairy milks available for coffee. NOTE: Maybe closed August 2024 - please send updates to HappyCow. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 8:00am-4:30pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)
Bamboo Hut
XM7X+RWX ~ :
Inexpensive -- Lacto, Ovo, Take-out, Asian, Breakfast, Sri Lankan, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Sri Lankan restaurant in a bamboo hut. Offers vegan choices such as several kinds of curries and vegetable rice. Outdoor seating. Cash only. Mon-Sun 6:00am-10:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)
Coco Bay
Dikwella Beach ~ :
Inexpensive -- Ovo, Sri Lankan, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Beach shack and restaurant offering vegan-friendly choices such as vegetable roti, coconut roti & sambol and curry & rice. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Cash only. -- Rating: Not rated yet
Dahami
Tangalle Rd, Hiriketiya ~ :
Inexpensive -- Lacto, Ovo, Take-out, Asian, Breakfast, Sri Lankan, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Local restaurant serving typical Sri Lankan dishes. Offers vegan-friendly curry with rice, kottu and noodles. Outdoor seating. Cash only. Mon-Sun 8:00am-10:30pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)
Dots Bay House
Hiriketiya Beach ~ : +94-777700926
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Pizza, International, Asian, European, Gluten-free, Honey, Breakfast, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Hotel restaurant offering labelled vegan items such as Sri Lankan roti, coconut sambol, curries, breakfast platter, smoothie bowls and non-dairy milks with coffee. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 7:30am-10:30pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)
Hiri Five 80
157/A Suriya Gaha Watta (at Hiriketiya Rd) ~ : +94-769182304
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, American, International, Raw, Western, Juice bar, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Asian, Gluten-free, Breakfast, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Vegan based menu with option to add tofu to any dish. Pan Asian food, smoothie bowls, cocktails, and juices. Operating hours are reported to be unreliable, check ahead. Outdoor seating. Cash only. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 8:00am-10:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet
Jayananda Hotel
19 Tangalle Rd ~ : +94-777069860
Inexpensive -- Vegan-friendly, Buffet, Asian, Sri Lankan, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves fish, vegan options available. Offers buffet style rice and curry for lunch with 5 to 7 vegan dishes. Fried rice and kotthu for dinner. Also has vegetable and plain rotis. Some fish is served but no meat. Mon-Sun 9:00am-9:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet
Kingsley Hot Kitchen
109 Hiriketiya Beach Rd ~ :
Inexpensive -- Lacto, Ovo, Indian, Asian, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves fish, vegan options available. Small, family vegetarian restaurant reported to have many vegan options. Reported to serve fish December 2024. Outdoor seating. Cash only. -- Rating: 4.5 Happycow(s)
La Playa
Hiriketiya Rd ~ :
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Pizza, Western, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Hotel restaurant & bar offering a few vegan items such as pizzas with non-dairy cheese, desserts and more. Staff will accommodate vegans. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 10:30am-9:30pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)
Lemon Grass Cafe
Hiriketiya Rd ~ : +94-719712186
Inexpensive -- Lacto, Ovo, Take-out, Asian, Breakfast, Sri Lankan, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Family-run restaurant offering vegan rice & curry with unlimited refills. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Cash only. Mon-Sun 7:00am-10:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)
Malu Poke
2, 182 Thambiligahawatta (at Hiriketiya Beach) ~ : +94-761196481
Moderate -- Lacto, Raw, Salad bar, Juice bar, Breakfast, Hawaiian, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Poke restaurant offering vegan bowls, smoothie bowls, smoothies, juices, coffee and desserts. Also has the option to build-your-own bowl that can be made vegan. Coconut milk available for coffee. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 8:00am-9:30pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)
Mond
Galboda Hena, Hiriketiya Rd ~ : +94-743129973
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, International, Beer/Wine, Fusion, Gluten-free, Honey, Breakfast, Sri Lankan, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Restaurant and bar overlooking Dikwella Beach. Has labeled vegan and gluten-free menu choices. Vegan options include smoothie bowls, granola, quinoa salad, green curry, mushroom laab, hummus, and a roasted vegetable platter. Plant milks (oat, soy, and almond) available for coffee. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 8:00am-10:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet
Rosie's Kitchen & Home Stay
Hiriketiya Rd, Matara ~ : +94-712691975
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Beer/Wine, Asian, Honey, Sri Lankan, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Sri Lankan restaurant offering a range of vegan dishes on request. Cash only. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 8:30am-10:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet
Salt House
Hiriketiya Rd ~ : +94-412256819
Moderate -- Lacto, American, Italian, Mediterranean, Salad bar, Middle Eastern, Breakfast, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Hotel restaurant offering vegan salads, juices and falafel dishes. Other dishes can be made vegan on request. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sat 10:00am-9:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)
Smoke & Bitters
Pehebiya Rd ~ : +94-766245520
Expensive -- Lacto, Ovo, International, Beer/Wine, Asian, Fusion, Honey, Sri Lankan, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Upscale restaurant overlooking Dikwella Beach. Vegan options include vegan "calamari," jackfruit burgers, smoked and roasted mushrooms, roasted pumpkin, and cocktails. Outdoor seating. Reservations required. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 5:00pm-11:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)
The Sun & Moon Food and Juice
Mahawela Rd ~ : +94-779305847
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, International, Juice bar, Take-out, Breakfast, Sri Lankan, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Restaurant offering some vegan options, including fruit bowls, smoothies, Sri Lankan breakfast, and continental breakfast options. Has a plant-based honey option. Mon-Sun 8:00am-10:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet
Verse Collective
Pehebiya Rd ~ : +94-767768163
Moderate -- International, Australian, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Hostel, cafe and art space with a co-working vibe. Has a number of vegan dishes including burgers and wraps and has coconut milk for coffee. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 9:00am-9:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)
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