The Commons, Colombo’s first home-grown coffee house, celebrates 16 years

The Commons Coffee House, the first home-grown coffee house in the city, is celebrating its 16th anniversary. It has been the venue for many who share memories and special moments, delivering meaningful guest experiences of enjoying the chilled ambiance, great food and drinks at the cosy hangout.

As an anniversary promotion a 15% discount is offered from 4-6 May and a complimentary coffee for the whole month when enjoying the Commons Breakfast menu available daily from 8 a.m. to 12 noon.

The dedicated staffer who have completed long service at the restaurant are Shamil Burah (10 years), Sagara Kolitha Gunawardena and Janaki Kannangara (15 years and) Wasantha Kumara Hettiarachchi (14 years) and were awarded certificates of recognition. Operations Manager Prasanna Bopage celebrates 16 years at Commons.

Special mention has to be made of Chef Hiranya Singhabahu who brings over 37 years’ experience  in star class hotels in Sri Lanka and overseas including Maldives, Carnival cruise lines USA, Dubai, and Saudi, and has brought in his culinary skills and revamped the menu for all to enjoy.

Commons is famous for its great range of coffees and continues to serve its Western and Eastern range of over 130 dishes including breakfast, wraps and the famous Commons burgers, not forgetting the delectable dessert cupboard, delicious milk shakes, cool frappes, and the most popular rottis with a range of fillings and its home-grown Rotti Cart, setting a trend in the Coffee House culture in the city, that can be enjoyed by all.

Commons Coffee House has its unique Rotti Cart and outdoor catering menus to enjoy at home, especially considering the current COVID situation. For everyone’s convenience a varied delivery and takeaway menu is conveniently available for all who wish to enjoy the mouth-watering dishes in the comfort of your home through Harpo’s delivery service or other delivery partners.

The Commons burger range will never disappoint and there are more new flavours to be promoted soon. The ‘Perk Up’ rewards program gives one the opportunity to redeem points and enjoy meals at ‘your favourite hangout’.

“Commons, being the first venture as a restaurateur, has a special place in my life, as the first home grown coffeehouse. I couldn’t have achieved this milestone of Commons being the most sought-after coffee house in the city for 16 great years without our loyal customers who have continued to patronise even during these challenging times and the dedicated staff, some of whom are celebrating 16 years with us. Thanks to all and look forward to serving you for many more years to come. Let’s be socially responsible and stay safe,” said MD Harpo Gooneratne.