Friday Feb 06, 2026
Friday Feb 06, 2026
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Tucked away on the charming Alfred House Avenue in Colombo 03, ‘The A Café —also known as ‘The Avenue Café ’ — opens its doors as more than just a place to eat. It is an experience thoughtfully designed for those who appreciate comfort, creativity, and real food made with heart. With its classic front porch welcoming guests at first glance, the cafe flows seamlessly into a cool, air-conditioned indoor dining space, private dining rooms for intimate gatherings, and an eco-friendly misty backyard filled with trees that instantly lifts the spirit and slows the pace of the day.
The cafe proudly serves American fusion cuisine twisted with authentic Sri Lankan flavours, creating dishes that feel both familiar and refreshingly new. Open daily from 9.00 a.m. to 11.00 p.m., The A Café invites early risers, casual brunch lovers, and late-night diners alike to enjoy food that tells a story.
The inspiration behind opening The A Café was simple yet powerful: to give Sri Lankans the chance to enjoy real food—food created through the collaboration of an American-inspired chef and a Sri Lankan entrepreneurial mastermind deeply rooted in Southern flavours. The result is a menu where cultures blend naturally. Imagine Galle-style coconut sambal paired with Italian basil pesto, generously spread over a crispy roast paan and crowned with a Colombo-style fried egg. Or a pan-seared kiri bath re-imagined and served with Indonesian-style laksa, delicately topped with a golden kataifi nest. Every dish is a conversation between regions, techniques, and memories.
Coffee and tea receive just as much attention. The A Café serves high-quality specialty coffee brews alongside an exclusive selection of teas. Guests can even host elegant tea parties, thanks to a custom- made tea cart created especially for the cafe by Basilur Tea. With 16 different tea varieties on offer, each tea service becomes a curated ritual rather than a simple pour.
From the moment guests walk in, The A Café offers a completely new dining experience—one that feels relaxed yet refined. For those eager to explore more, the lunch and dinner menu is available daily from 11.00 a.m. to 11.00 p.m., featuring the same bold fusion philosophy.
Operated under the trusted umbrella of The Avenue, The A Café carries forward the quality, service, and atmosphere that guests already love. With BYOB options, special event menus, and a unique backyard menu designed for groups of friends and families, the space easily transforms from a quiet cafe to a lively social hub.
The A Café is not just a cafe —it is a meeting point of cultures, flavours, and people. It is where Colombo mornings feel brighter, conversations last longer, and food tells stories that stay with you long after the last sip or bite.
