{"id":1300,"date":"2015-08-21T09:00:33","date_gmt":"2015-08-21T01:00:33","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.srilanka-villa.com\/?p=1300"},"modified":"2025-08-19T00:22:17","modified_gmt":"2025-08-18T16:22:17","slug":"foodie-guide-where-to-eat-in-kandy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.srilanka-villa.com\/guide\/foodie-guide-where-to-eat-in-kandy\/","title":{"rendered":"Foodie Guide to the Best Restaurants in Kandy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Hungry for a bite after a day spent exploring the captivating\u00a0attractions and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.srilanka-villa.com\/guide\/grand-celebrations-cultural-festivals-in-sri-lanka\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">cultural festivals<\/a> in <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.srilanka-villa.com\/en\/find\/kandy-hill-country\">Kandy<\/a><\/strong>? Here are the best restaurants and cafes to head to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.srilanka-villa.com\/guide\/foodie-guide-where-to-eat-in-kandy\/#1_The_Empire_Cafe\" >1. The Empire Cafe<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.srilanka-villa.com\/guide\/foodie-guide-where-to-eat-in-kandy\/#2_Flower_Song_Chinese_Restaurant\" >2. Flower Song Chinese Restaurant<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.srilanka-villa.com\/guide\/foodie-guide-where-to-eat-in-kandy\/#3Helgas_Folly\" >3.Helga&#8217;s Folly<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.srilanka-villa.com\/guide\/foodie-guide-where-to-eat-in-kandy\/#4Honeypot_Restaurant\" >4.Honeypot Restaurant<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.srilanka-villa.com\/guide\/foodie-guide-where-to-eat-in-kandy\/#5The_Kandy_House\" >5.The Kandy House<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.srilanka-villa.com\/guide\/foodie-guide-where-to-eat-in-kandy\/#6The_Kandy_Garden_Cafe\" >6.The Kandy Garden Cafe<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.srilanka-villa.com\/guide\/foodie-guide-where-to-eat-in-kandy\/#7Rockview_Restaurant\" >7.Rockview Restaurant<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.srilanka-villa.com\/guide\/foodie-guide-where-to-eat-in-kandy\/#8Bakehouse\" >8.Bakehouse<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.srilanka-villa.com\/guide\/foodie-guide-where-to-eat-in-kandy\/#9Delight_Bakers_Sweet_House\" >9.Delight Bakers &amp; Sweet House<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_The_Empire_Cafe\"><\/span>1. The Empire Cafe<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"http:\/\/blog.srilanka-villa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/THE-EMPIRE-CAFE-Sri-Lanka-Kandy.jpg\" alt=\"THE EMPIRE CAFE Sri Lanka Kandy\" class=\"wp-image-1309\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dine in a modern setting filled with contemporary pieces, fluorescent coloured paintings and feature walls painted in vibrant hues. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/EmpireCafeKandy\">Empire&nbsp;Cafe<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;churns out a range of irresistible fare, so get ready for a feast made up of rice and curries, toasty wraps, refreshing juices and decadent homemade desserts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Flower_Song_Chinese_Restaurant\"><\/span>2. Flower Song Chinese Restaurant<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Enjoy a taste of <strong>Chinese flavours<\/strong> at <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com.sg\/Restaurant_Review-g304138-d1133655-Reviews-Flower_Song_Restaurant-Kandy_Central_Province.html\">Flower Song Chinese Restaurant<\/a><\/strong>. This family-friendly restaurant features a children&#8217;s play area on the second level, as well as indoor and outdoor seating.&nbsp;A good selection of meat and seafood dishes fills up&nbsp;the menu. Service may be on the slow side, particularly during the bustling weekends, when crowds of families and tourists dine at the restaurant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3Helgas_Folly\"><\/span>3.Helga&#8217;s Folly<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"http:\/\/blog.srilanka-villa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/HELGAS-FOLLY-Sri-Lanka-Kandy.jpg\" alt=\"HELGA'S FOLLY Sri Lanka Kandy\" class=\"wp-image-1310\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.helgasfolly.com\/eat\">Helga&#8217;s Folly<\/a>&#8216;s<\/strong> ornate furnishings and eclectic designs ooze a quirky charm that will intrigue visitors with a taste for unordinary designs.&nbsp;An <strong>afternoon tea or meal here promises to be a fine experience<\/strong>, complete with an&nbsp;atmospheric setting, excellent service and beautiful silverware.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4Honeypot_Restaurant\"><\/span>4.Honeypot Restaurant<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.thehoneypot.com.lk\/index.html\">Honeypot Restaurant<\/a><\/strong> welcomes diners with friendly service&nbsp;and&nbsp;a variety of cuisines, ranging from <strong>Sri Lankan and South Asian food, to Western mains<\/strong>. A selection of vegetarian dishes makes this a great spot for veggie-loving travellers to dine at. During the evenings, dining outdoors is recommended &#8211; you will enjoy stunning views of the river, and keep cool with the windy breezes.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"http:\/\/blog.srilanka-villa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/crab-ravioli.jpg\" alt=\"crab ravioli\" class=\"wp-image-1311\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5The_Kandy_House\"><\/span>5.The Kandy House<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A blend of cuisines at<strong> <a href=\"http:\/\/www.thekandyhouse.com\/food\">The Kandy House<\/a><\/strong> caters to a diversity of diets and tastes. The <strong>Sri Lankan dishes<\/strong> will please diners keen on eating as the locals do, while a selection of <strong>Western fare<\/strong> will suit those who are unused to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.srilanka-villa.com\/guide\/must-try-foods-in-sri-lanka-13-dishes-not-to-be-missed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">local flavours<\/a>. Indoor plants and minimalist furniture fill up the spacious and tastefully-decorated interiors, creating\u00a0a beautiful setting perfect for an enjoyable meal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The menu is a delight to explore &#8211; you will find intriguing<strong> fusion fare<\/strong>, like the Thai pumpkin soup with crab, home-made crab ravioli or cardamom kulfi ice cream available during dinner, and a variety of pastas, salads and club sandwiches for lunch. If you can stomach a good level of heat on your palate, be sure to try out the ten-course curry feast, available twice a week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6The_Kandy_Garden_Cafe\"><\/span>6.The Kandy Garden Cafe<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/thegardencafe.lk\/\">The Kandy Garden Cafe<\/a><\/strong> is a <strong>no-frills, casual eatery<\/strong> dishing up a wide array of authentic Sri Lankan fare. The eatery is frequented by locals and tourists alike, and is extremely busy during the evenings. Diners can expect to feast on tasty food, dealt out&nbsp;in generous portions at affordable prices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7Rockview_Restaurant\"><\/span>7.Rockview Restaurant<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"http:\/\/blog.srilanka-villa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Devilled-Curry.jpg\" alt=\"Devilled Curry\" class=\"wp-image-1312\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just as its name suggests, meals at&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com.sg\/Restaurant_Review-g304138-d3869706-Reviews-Rockview_Restaurant-Kandy_Central_Province.html\"><strong>Rockview Restaurant<\/strong> <\/a>come with a view &#8211; a breathtaking one made up of rolling hills, emerald rainforests and vast tea plantations. When such scenic tropical beauty surrounds the restaurant, the best option is to dine alfresco at one of the tables lining the airy outdoor deck. Rockview does not disappoint when it comes to the food either &#8211; an array of <strong>fascinating traditional dishes<\/strong>, like the lemongrass and tomato soup, raw banana and jackfruit subzi with red rice and devilled chicken curry await. At the end of the meal, cleanse your palate with a cup of aromatic Ceylon tea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8Bakehouse\"><\/span>8.Bakehouse<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Stave off your hunger pangs with generous servings&nbsp;of <strong>Sri Lankan, Chinese and Western fare<\/strong>. The huge portions of the meals are likely to leave you feeling well satisfied, but do not leave the eatery without getting some sweetmeats. <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com.sg\/Restaurant_Review-g304138-d1133648-Reviews-Bake_House-Kandy_Central_Province.html\">Bakehouse<\/a><\/strong> is well known for its <strong>baked goodies<\/strong>, so grab some crumbly cakes and pastries to go. 3 P.M. is a good time to stop by, for that is when the second batch of freshly baked goodies are laid out, and when the savoury short eats are still warm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9Delight_Bakers_Sweet_House\"><\/span>9.Delight Bakers &amp; Sweet House<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"http:\/\/blog.srilanka-villa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Sri-Lankan-Traditional-Desserts.jpg\" alt=\"Sri Lanka Traditional Desserts\" class=\"wp-image-1313\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Situated in the heart of Kandy town, <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com.sg\/Restaurant_Review-g304138-d1133652-Reviews-Delight_Bakers_Sweet_House-Kandy_Central_Province.html\">Delight Bakers and Sweet House<\/a><\/strong> is worth a stop by for travellers keen on sampling&nbsp;<strong>traditional Sri Lankan cakes and pastries<\/strong>. Embark on a culinary adventure as you try out local treats like <em>kawum<\/em>, <em>kokis<\/em>&nbsp;and <em>rulan<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">See our <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.srilanka-villa.com\/\">villas in Sri Lanka<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on the_content --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons generic via filter on the_content -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hungry for a bite after a day spent exploring the captivating\u00a0attractions and cultural festivals in Kandy? 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