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Right across the small canal from the namesake station, this upstairs cafe has an enticing
and changing menu of creative soups, salads and mains. Have some good coffee or juice
with wonderful warm banana cake.
Drinking
Galle is not known for its nightlife, but you can find a few spots for a relaxing beverage.
Living Room
LOUNGE
Easily Galle's most stylish spot for a tipple, this is a beautiful bar-cum-lounge-cum-design-
er shop. The owners have a Colombo flower business and exquisite examples of their
wares are displayed in fragrant profusion. Dramatic and whimsical art abounds, which you
can ponder over a G&T.
Pilgrims Lounge
BAR
Climb the rickety stairs to enjoy the ocean views from the one place in the Fort you can
get a cold beer at 11pm. The jovial young guys who run this open-air joint have a nominal
menu, but really you're here to make new friends.
Amangalla
COCKTAIL BAR
Sip an exquisite mixed drink or fine wine in colonial splendour on the large porch at
Galle's landmark hotel. It's amazing how the minutes just drift right on by while you re-
cline in the plush wicker chairs.
Shopping
Galle's history makes it a natural spot for antique shopping. You'll also find a growing
number of designer-owned shops. Note that many stores in the new town close on Sunday.
Shoba Display Gallery
ARTS & CRAFTS
