12 cozy cafes to work and study in Colombo [with Coupons]
Hey there, hardworking students and busy professionals! Tired of the same old library or your cramped desk at home? This one’s for you. We're going to be talking about the perfect cafes in Colombo for you to work and study (and even grab a bite!).
And here’s the kicker — we've got some amazing coupons lined up to make your cafe-hopping adventure even better. So, grab your laptops, charge up your devices, and step into 12 of Colombo's coziest cafes.
Pages & coffee
The digits: +94774308502
The price tag: LKR 800 to LKR 1000 for entrees
Why we love it:
In case the name didn’t tip you off: Pages & Coffee is a cafe with a library, so it’s perfect for you bookworms. Need a break after a grueling work sesh? Just head down to the rows upon rows of books, grab a book, and start reading! Also, some pretty good coffee.
Coupons available: 5 coupons found on SLASH!
● Buy one cappuccino, get one free
● 20% off on your total bill
● Buy 2 signature mains, get 20% off on the third
● Buy a Waffle Crazy , get an Iced latte free.
● Buy a Ham and Cheese Sandwich, get a Iced tea free.
Cafe Kumbuk
The place: 3/1, Thambiah Avenue, Independence Ave, Colombo 00700
The digits: +94112685310
The price tag: LKR 1300 to LKR 2500 for entrees, LKR 500 to LKR 1100 for coffee
Why we love it:
Cafe Kumbuk is all class. Want a place for a work meeting that’ll impress whoever you’re sitting down with? This is the cafe for you. Also, they’re committed to being a green establishment – meaning you’ll get to experience the serenity of greenery right in the middle of Colombo.
Coupons available: 3 coupons found on SLASH!
● Buy one key lime pie, get one free
● Spend over LKR 2,500/-, get an island chiller free
● Spend over LKR 5,000/-, get LKR 1,000/- off
Barista
The place: 7/2, Station Road, Colombo 04
The digits: +94704606044
The price tag: Around LKR for entrees, LKR 400 to LKR 900 for coffee
Why we love it:
Barista will hit the spot for you if you absolutely need coffee to power through your work. They focus on bringing an international coffee experience right to Sri Lanka, so you know the coffee is going to be good. Plus, Barista’s cozy ambiance lets you focus on what needs to get done.
Coupons available: 3 coupons found on SLASH!
● Buy one cappuccino, get one free
● Buy an Espresso Frappe, get one free
● Buy one Cold Brew Smooth Black, get one free
Cafe 1959
The place: 746, Galle road, Colombo 4
The digits: +94 113 430 733
The price tag: Around LKR 1000 for entrees, LKR 600 for coffee
Why we love it:
Sometimes, you want a change of scene when you work. Cafe 1959 by Raux Brothers is just that. They’ve got a charming wicker-and-wood aesthetic going on. So, if you need a different setting to shake up your creative muscles, Cafe 1959 should do the trick.
Coupons available: 3 coupons found on SLASH!
● Buy any sandwich, get one free
● Buy any coffee, get one free
● Get 20% off total bill
Monkey Bean Cafe
The place: 16, Sellamuttu Avanue, Col 03
The digits: +94 115 883 552
The price tag: LKR 1200 to LKR 2200 for entrees, LKR 500 to 1000 for coffee
Why we love it:
It’s cozy, it has great coffee, and you honestly can’t go wrong with choosing Monkey Bean for your next work or study session. It also has an interesting “quirky” twist to its ambiance. You definitely won’t get bored working here!
Coupons available: 3 coupons found on SLASH!
● Buy a Cappuccino get one free
● Bill above LKR 2000 get 20% off
● Buy a burger, get a Honey lemon iced tea free.
Kaffi Colombo
The place: No. 89 / G9 (Ground Floor, Side Entrance) Crescat Boulevard Colombo 03
The digits: +94 117 743 062
The price tag: LKR 1500 to LKR 2000 for entrees, LKR 600 to LKR 900 for coffee
Why we love it:
Two things we have to tell you about this place. First, the theme — Kaffi is a Nordic-themed cafe, so you can try some unique flavors of bakes and coffee Second, the size. This shop is pretty small. But don’t let that stop you from working here. The energy inside this place is intense! Perfect when you have a looming deadline and need to hype yourself up for it.
Coupons available: 3 coupons found on SLASH!
● Buy a coffee, get one free
● Buy 2 coffees, get any brownie free
● Bills above LKR 3,500/= gets 20% off
Caramel Pumpkin
The place: 38, Ward Place, Colombo 00700
The digits: +94 112 677 966
The price tag: LKR 1800 to LKR 4000+ for entrees, LKR 500 to LKR 800 for coffee
Why we love it:
Caramel Pumpkin is yet another cafe that’s oozing personality. You’re going to see fun wall art and splashy colors all around. Plus, they’ve got multiple levels of floor space. You can find a nook somewhere inside and be undisturbed for hours.
Coupons available: 3 coupons found on SLASH!
● Buy one caramel macchiato, get one free
● Buy one mint to be, get one free
● Buy an iced latte, get one free
Sugar Bistro
The place: Crescat Boulevard, Lobby L1, Colombo 3
The digits: +94 779799943
The price tag: LKR 1000 to LKR 3000+ for entrees, LKR 300 to LKR 1000+ for coffee
Why we love it:
You want to work in Colombo? Sugar Bistro is as Colombo as it gets. They’re located literally next to Galle Road, right on the side of Crescat Boulevard. If you’ve got errands to run around town but need to sit down for a quick second to get some work done, Sugar Bistro should tick all your boxes.
Coupons available: 4 coupons found on SLASH!
● Buy 1 Get 1 Free for all desserts
● 20% off on your total bill
● A flat 25% off on all drinks non-alcoholic
● Get 25% off for Dinner
Baked
The place: 37A Elibank Rd, Colombo 00500
The digits: +94 777 154 454
The price tag: LKR 500 to LKR 1700 for entrees, LKR 700 to LKR 1000 for coffee
Why we love it:
Don’t let their name fool you with smells of fresh cake and toasty bread — Baked isn’t just a place to stuff your face with goodies fresh from the oven! With a solid selection of coffee and ample space to plonk yourself down and work, Baked is a great option as a work cafe. (And yes, their baked goodies are excellent too.)
Coupons available: 3 coupons found on SLASH!
● Buy a Large pizza, get one free!
● Buy one Cappuccino, get one free
● Get 20% off on total bill
The English Cake Company
The place: 2A Sulaiman Terrace, Colombo 00500
The digits: +94 112 501 344
The price tag: LKR 500 to LKR 1600+ per cake slice
Why we love it:
Two things the English do really well — cake, and being productive (don’t quote us on that). So why not choose to work at this cafe and hope some of that productivity rubs off on you? And if it doesn’t, the cozy interior and relaxed ambiance definitely will.
Coupons available: 4 coupons found on SLASH!
● Buy one coffee, get a cappuccino free
● Buy a cheesecake, get a coffee free
● Buy one coffee, get a cappuccino free
● Flat 15% off your total bill
Central Perk
The place: 9/6 A, 16th Lane, Marine Drive, Colombo 3
The digits: +94 112 574 554
The price tag: LKR 800 to LKR 1800 for entrees, LKR 400 to LKR 800 for coffee
Why we love it:
Yup — this is that Central Perk, from that show. If you’re a fan of F.R.I.E.N.D.S then you have to visit here anyway. And if you’re just a regular person who’s not obsessed with the show (who even are you?), you’ll find this cafe’s spacious interiors and excellent menu to be perfect for working or studying.
Coupons available: 3 coupons found on SLASH!
● Buy a drink, get 1 free
● Buy a coffee, get 1 free
● Get 15% off on total bill
Traveller’s Bar
The place: Galle Face Hotel, Colombo 03
The digits: +94112541010
Why we love it:
Traveller’s Bar in a word — classy. Got a high-stakes work meeting but don’t want to have it at a loud cafe? This is the place to go. You’ll find plenty to love here: plush furniture, a relaxed yet elegant ambiance, and as always, a menu that’ll have you staying for seconds. And thirds.
Coupons available: 3 coupons found on SLASH!
● Enjoy 10% savings from Monday to Thursday
● Enjoy 10% savings from Monday to Thursday
● Enjoy 10% savings from Monday to Thursday
More deals from work and study cafes on SLASH
There you have it, folks! Twelve delightful cafes near you in Colombo that can be your go-to spots for productivity sessions.
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Happy studying, working, and savoring every sip in Colombo's coziest cafes!
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