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Barista Sri Lanka has been awarded the Gold Award in the Hospitality and Tourism Sector at the National Business Excellence Awards 2026, organized by the National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka.
This achievement marks the second consecutive year that Barista has received Gold in the Hospitality and Tourism Sector, reaffirming the company’s contribution to Sri Lanka’s hospitality and tourism industry.
Through its presence across 18 districts with 98+ outlets, Barista serves local customers and international travelers across major cities, tourism destinations, and key travel routes. Its network includes Galle and the southern coast, Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya, Trincomalee, Arugam bay, Jaffna, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, and Kandy, enabling travelers to enjoy a reliable café experience throughout different stages of their journey across Sri Lanka.
Dilupa Pathirana, Director and Chief Executive Officer of Barista Sri Lanka, stated:
“Receiving the Gold Award in the Hospitality and Tourism Sector for the second consecutive year is a significant milestone for Barista. It reflects the strength of our strategy, the resilience of our business, and the continued trust of our customers, together with the dedication of our employees, franchise partners, suppliers, and stakeholders.
From the beginning, our focus has been on ensuring that customers across Sri Lanka can enjoy a café experience that meets the highest international standards. This commitment continues to guide our expansion into new communities and tourism destinations, the development of our service standards, and the creation of welcoming spaces for both local customers and international travelers.
By being present across key regions of the country, we have become part of the journey for many visitors exploring Sri Lanka. Our aim is to provide a consistent and memorable experience that contributes positively to their overall impression of the country.
As we continue to grow, we remain committed to delivering Barista-branded customer service, supporting Sri Lanka’s tourism industry, creating opportunities for local communities, and continuing to brew happiness across the island.”
At the heart of Barista’s success is its focus on quality, innovation, financial discipline, customer experience, and sustainable growth. The company continues to strengthen its operations, expand into new destinations, and create welcoming spaces where people can connect over great coffee and food.
Tourism currently contributes approximately 20% of Barista’s overall sales, demonstrating the important role international travelers play within the company’s customer base and the relevance of a consistent café network in supporting Sri Lanka’s broader visitor experience.
Barista extends its heartfelt gratitude to its customers, employees, franchise partners, suppliers, and stakeholders whose continued trust, loyalty, and support have made this achievement possible.
Winning Gold for the second consecutive year represents another important milestone in Barista’s journey as the company continues to grow responsibly, innovate boldly, and contribute meaningfully to the future of Sri Lanka’s hospitality and tourism sector.
