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Milk & Honey Café

Cafe

· Dine-in · Takeaway · Delivery People often mention good, cafe, nice, healthy, great, books, coffee, toys, Great, selection,


Address

44a Horton Pl, Colombo 00700, Sri Lanka

Website

shopmilkstore.com

Contact

+94 112 696 256

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (284 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Saturday: 9 am to 7 pm
  • Sunday: 9 am to 7 pm
  • Monday: 9 am to 7 pm
  • Tuesday: 9 am to 7 pm
  • Wednesday: 9 am to 7 pm
  • Thursday: 9 am to 7 pm
  • Friday: 9 am to 7 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: good (19) cafe (18) nice (16) healthy (14) great (14) books (14) coffee (12) toys (11) Great (10) selection (9)
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  • 5/5 Dilini R. 7 months ago on Google
    Very cozy Cafe with a book shop as well. Lovely, serene ambiance. Very good if you want a quiet place to get some work done. There's a variety of food, drinks and snacks available Staff is friendly and courteous. The shop has a range of other items as well such a laptop cases/covers, few cosmetics, toys and baby items and clothes etc
    14 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Chanaka De S. 2 years ago on Google
    Great little place. Didn't even know it existed there. Has a good selection of healthy food and drink options. Do try the carrot, orange and ginger drink. It was great.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dewni 2 years ago on Google
    Love the ambience and cafe layout at the back of the store. The food was worth the price as well! It’s a cute spot to have some brunch or coffee while reading/working.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Sonya P. 1 year ago on Google
    This small cafe offers a menu with vegan options, but there are issues with ants, mosquitoes, and wobbly tables. Despite these challenges, the staff is described as being nice and cute, which may enhance the overall dining experience. The drink menu is not available online, but I will attach it for the convenience.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Inna R. 1 year ago on Google
    Cozy bookshop with great coffee and desserts. Would love to spend more time here reading one of the new books. Will be back soon and definitely recommend
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 S. N. 2 years ago on Google
    The food and drinks were served on time and the quality was excellent. Everything including the baked beans are made the proper way and not canned as I've encountered in other venues. The vegan items are delicious and well priced. A full meal for two with drinks and desserts would just pass 4k. That's very reasonable for the ambiance and quality. The bookstore is very well stocked with rarer titles and beautiful cover editions that aren't easily available elsewhere. I'll be coming here again.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sonder Woman A. 2 years ago on Google
    EXCELLENT food. Was struggling for a good cafe with vegan/veg options and this place cuts it. The staff too is extremely well trained and polite.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Keshia K. 1 year ago on Google
    Cozy little cafe. Has a nice selection of food.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 indeewara m. 1 year ago on Google
    Woooow... What a hidden jem.. a bookshop and a coffee shop wrapped together and presented in a silver platter... Such a nice calm and quiet place to grab a cup of coffee and a cookie.. and sit down to read your favorite book.. or to have a silent time. And bring your laptop to get something done here.. no wifi though.. Have nice cozy outdoor sitting area also..
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Stephane “Fufa” D. 2 years ago on Google
    Delicious and healthy hidden place, behind the book store.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Monica T. 5 years ago on Google
    Cozy place, but the service is very poor and slow. Had to come for the menu ourselves after 10 minutes after sitting down, although there were only a few tables, had to ask to get our dirty table cleaned... Twenty minutes after ordering an ice coffee - and seeing that everyone else around who came after us is getting their orders - we had to remind the waitress and only then they started to make the coffee...as they were trying to make up for screwing up, they quickly made a regular latte and then threw two or three ice cubes inside which instantly melted and made the coffee lukewarm 😩🙈
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 thiran d. 5 years ago on Google
    Loved the food which was fresh and delicious Ambiance was great and the staff was friendly and helpful Highly recommended for a healthy meal :)
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Louisa M. 4 years ago on Google
    Great choice of vegan, veg and gluten free options and good coffee to go with it. Staff are super friendly as well. I went back 3 times whilst I was in Colombo!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 S S. 2 years ago on Google
    Great service and yummy food. Must give a try. 👍

  • 4/5 Kassapa De S. 3 years ago on Google
    Good range of books for kids

  • 5/5 Moet N. 5 years ago on Google
    Love the brands they are selling! Local, healthy, super yummy, and reasonable!

  • 3/5 Manisha J. 2 years ago on Google
    The bookshop is fantastic. The cafe took 40 minutes for 2 drinks. Wouldn't go to the cafe again.

  • 5/5 Sara n. 3 years ago on Google
    Very calming environment, with really tasty food being served with the friendly service.

  • 5/5 Nishanie J. 2 years ago on Google
    Was so good to eat a vegan cookie and enjoy a lovely space with books and more!

  • 5/5 Megha C. 3 years ago on Google
    It's a nice place with very very good coffee.. they have desserts with some sort of healthy twist! Not all are great but something to quit everyone's"healthy" pallet. They have a variety of healthy food n juices to choose from as well. Over all a very nice and baby friendly place. My little one crawled all over the place and had a great time! Can't say much about the merchandise as I didn't really look around.

  • 5/5 Zoey L. 5 years ago on Google
    The foods are very good

  • 3/5 Croos Hensiya D. 2 years ago on Google
    Okay place to study alone! Food is average.

  • 5/5 Nanshad D. 2 years ago on Google
    Milk & Honey cafe is not just a cafe for enjoying some healthy food and a cosy and lovely place to chill, chat have a coffee and relax but also a lovely location to choose from a wide array of toys and books for your children. They have lovely wooden doll houses and accessories along with a ton of other educational toys and recreational toys that your children and you can enjoy. They also have the entire range of Avent products by Philips so it's perfect for gifts for baby showers as well. Don't forget to check out their discount shelf located in the back, they have some great reads for a discounted price. Drop in and have a look, it's located right next to Indian summer and just opposite the new gerad mendis outlet.

  • 3/5 abhishek j. 5 years ago on Google
    Dishes can be made better and prices need to more reasonable and worth of what is being ordered.

  • 5/5 Frederik L. 2 years ago on Google
    Loved the healthy food at this nice little cafe, tucked away behind the bookshop. Falafel bowl, kombucha, green veg smoothie and lots of cakes and cookies. Recommended.

  • 5/5 Wolfgang Heinze (. 2 years ago on Google
    Great place to eat and drink healthy and yummy food. Staff are super nice. 🙂 The store in the front has nice toys and books for kids, so get the little ones a treat and enjoy your stay. ❤️

  • 5/5 Chameera D. 2 years ago on Google
    Heavenly food! Every bite tastes amazing. But they do take their time to prepare the food. If you don't mind waiting, ideal place for some great food!

  • 2/5 amila s. 2 years ago on Google
    I had the most horrible online shopping experience with them. I’ve placed an order four days ago. Three days ago someone called me and told so that some items are missing and they gonna refund for those. Also they promised me the delivery will be on Monday (yesterday). When I called them on Monday morning, they still ensure the delivery within the day. However nothing is delivered. When I called today, the person spoke simply told me that he was off yesterday so he doesn’t know anything. Lying to the customers is the worst a merchant can do. Irresponsibility is the second. Obviously, this is one of the worst online shopping experience I ever had.

  • 4/5 shazzana h. 3 years ago on Google
    Little pricey but they offer a great collection of books that you won't find in regular bookshops.

  • 5/5 Thilina D. 2 years ago on Google
    This is a little Cafe behind a book shop in a very convenient location... One of the few cafes in Colombo at where you can have your coffee drinks with coconut milk instead of cows milk...

  • 5/5 Kalli M. 2 years ago on Google
    The food and drink is really fresh, and it's a nice, cosy space with an outdoor option. Have been a few times and would happily go a few more! Added bonus: It has a really nice bookshop - mostly for kids and teens, but there are a few for the adults too.

  • 4/5 Omar I. 1 year ago on Google
    A little cafe with limited food items and drinks but would be ideal for a hangout session and little chitchat. 4/5 cause I feel they could do better to make the place look a little bit more appealing.

  • 5/5 Martine O. 1 year ago on Google
    I sent a note when ordering that I have dairy and egg allergy. They were so kind to replace it without getting hold of me and left this cute note. The sweetest service and super tasty food! Thank you so much for this. The falafel bowl was amazing ❤️

  • 5/5 Kristy K. 9 months ago on Google
    Really love this little cafe! They have great food- I especially like the pumpkin and paneer wrap. And the space is also super cute. However, the *one* issue I have is with their use of plastic in all of their take away orders - all bowls/ meals are given in a cardboard box, with the food sitting on a sheet of plastic. It makes it difficult to get the food out and seems like a really unnecessary use of plastic, especially when plastic waste is such an issue. Overall love the place, but that’s my little piece of feedback!

  • 5/5 Kalpani J. 8 months ago on Google
    Such a wonderful place. Absolutely loved it. Good service and amazingly friendly crew.. Brownies were soooo amazing.. And all the other food too. Hope to visit again soon.

  • 5/5 Lukas B. 1 year ago on Google
    Very good good & healthy food, also a good selection of cakes, lunch deal wasn’t available- but there were plenty of alternatives

  • 4/5 Zainab H. 6 months ago on Google
    Sometimes their kitchen isn't fully functional. Good food. I love the atmosphere. Had the best Chocolate Milkshake ever. I never drink this because usually it's like just store ice cream but they make a really good one!

  • 4/5 Flavia M. 3 months ago on Google New
    Books and toys/activities for toddlers in plenty. Ideal spot for gifts.... Café at the back with great choices.

  • 2/5 Emiline S. 5 months ago on Google
    Nice cafe with vegan options BUT please know that they offer "vegan" avocado toast but it's made with bread that has butter and milk as ingredients. When I asked them after becoming sick, they still said it was vegan, so there doesn't seem to be much awareness of dietary requirements. They offered a refund but I hope they also take further steps to update the menu so this doesn't happen to others.

  • 4/5 Adam C. 4 years ago on Google
    The shop itself is really good but the cafe was just good. Could do with a few more options!

  • 5/5 Sunela S. 4 years ago on Google
    The best place to buy gifts for kids

  • 5/5 Subhani D. 4 years ago on Google
    Milk has a unique selection of books and toys for children which cannot be found in many other places. It is the best place to go if you are looking to buy a gift for a child.

  • 4/5 Prasad P. 4 years ago on Google
    Very nice selection of children's books.

  • 5/5 IISaHaNaII 4 years ago on Google
    Best toy store for all age groups in Sri Lanka.

  • 5/5 peter b. 4 years ago on Google
    Great salads, organic ingredients combined with homemade dressing probably the best in colombo. The hummus is differently the best, i grab a jar when ever i am passing by.

  • 5/5 Noelle B. 4 years ago on Google
    Best salads I’ve had in Colombo 😋👍

  • 4/5 chamitha g. 4 years ago on Google
    This comprises of a little cafe and fancy items including soft toys, collectables and different rare novel editions etc. Specially if you are a Harry Potter fan.

  • 3/5 Prabu D. 4 years ago on Google
    What I loved, is the atmosphere, the books, and chilled vibe. What I didnt like, most of the food we had, and the drinks. Probably the most disappointing lemonade I've had in Colombo. Would go back for the books and kids toys.

  • 5/5 Subha G. 4 years ago on Google
    Fabulous juices and super healthy food. If you're looking for a snack this is the spot!

  • 5/5 Pasan M. 3 years ago on Google
    Delicious food 😋😋

  • 4/5 Roshan A. 5 years ago on Google
    A nice quiet place to eat and enjoy a good meal

  • 5/5 Hasini E. 3 years ago on Google
    Loved the cafe's aesthetic and ambience! Plus points for being attached to a bookstore!

  • 5/5 Maria.N. P. 3 years ago on Google
    Great selection of children's books & toys

  • 5/5 Sarah H. 4 years ago on Google
    The aubergine toast and the quiches are SO tasty. They also make excellent coffees and juices. The setup of the cafe courtyard is so cute too. Love it here.

  • 5/5 Reeza Z. 3 years ago on Google
    Great selection of YA books

  • 5/5 Dilshan A. 4 years ago on Google
    A simple place with some fantastic food choices. Staff are really great. Loved the small desserts/Sweets. It’s attached to a kids store which is a great place on its own.

  • 5/5 Tilak C. 3 years ago on Google
    Great range, well located, parking and super staff. Nice café out back with outside area too. Excellent

  • 4/5 Nisal U. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice atmosphere with friendly staff. Cozy seating area. Bit too pricey given the potion sizes. But the food was really good.

  • 1/5 Prem W. 5 years ago on Google
    Milk and Honey outlet operating at Good Market used to sell great lunch packets from Jeewas. They have now changed to another supplier (name not shown ). We got a very small piece of bony chicken and one teaspoon of green beans, mallung and 2 pieces of potato. An absolute waste of nearly Rs. 400/- . Such a pity they can't keep up a standard.

  • 4/5 kike m. 7 years ago on Google
    Nice place! I really like the products is not the regular plastic toys shop, great selection Djeco products, also sale organic products. The coffee shop is nice, lovely environment. The store design is good with taste in the details, sense of style and respect of the original structure of the building with a very nice elliptic staircase.

  • 5/5 Ekaterina K. 5 years ago on Google
    Nice place in cozy shadowed garden. Not big but with very good and healthy food.

  • 5/5 Aruna K. 5 years ago on Google
    Excellant

  • 5/5 AURENA 5 years ago on Google
    Awesome food cakes

  • 5/5 Emily F. 4 years ago on Google
    Delicious food, creative menu with ample vegetarian options. The garden cafe was a perfect quiet place to escape from the city.

  • 4/5 lionel b. 4 years ago on Google
    A lot of options to buy a gift for a kid, but not a teen.

  • 5/5 Zurika Z. 4 years ago on Google
    Delicious and healthy food

  • 5/5 Erna K. 5 years ago on Google
    Healthy breakfast & lunch in cute little inner garden. We tried many dishes and loved all of them.

  • 3/5 ONITWE C. 4 years ago on Google
    A different kind of taste. Just give a try.

  • 5/5 joseph c. 4 years ago on Google
    Great atmosphere and good food

  • 5/5 Bilal Y. 4 years ago on Google
    A bit confused to find it, but cosy place. Food is also nice!

  • 4/5 Dharshini S. 4 years ago on Google
    i like this shop.good selection of books for children

  • 1/5 Anuja L. 4 years ago on Google
    They were closed at 5.55 pm on a Friday.

  • 5/5 Revatha S. 4 years ago on Google
    Great little vegan themed cafe with delicious superfood bowls and perfect gluten free brownies.

  • 5/5 Erushmie K. 4 years ago on Google
    The perfect place for illustrated stories and other books for adults and children.

  • 4/5 Melina A. 4 years ago on Google
    Chicken Lasagne and Mushroom Quiche were delicious. Nice garden setting for the cafe.


Call +94 112 696 256 Open on Google Maps

Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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