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The Shack Beach Cafe

Restaurant Cafe Bar Community center Sports bar Juice shop

One of the Most Reviewed Bars in Galle


Address

472 Matara Rd, Galle 80000, Sri Lanka

Website

theshackbeachcafe.com

Contact

+94 77 541 5117

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (576 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Tuesday: 8 AM to 10 PM
  • Wednesday: 8 AM to 10 PM
  • Thursday: 8 AM to 11 PM
  • Friday: 8 AM to 11 PM
  • Saturday: 8 AM to 11 PM
  • Sunday: 8 AM to 10 PM
  • Monday: 8 AM to 10 PM

Featured Reviews


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  • 5/5 Julius F. 2 months ago on Google • 61 reviews New
    Beautiful restaurant located right at the beachfront of Galle. Food and drinks (western and asian choices) were perfect and the staff even remembered our names when we came back the next day! Chill surfer vibes and just a great place to spend the evening!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mia L. 9 months ago on Google
    Coolest beach bar in the Galle area! Yummy food, fab drinks and always smiling, serviceminded and welcoming staff. If you wanna meet the expats in the area, this is the place to go!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Mithi W. 4 months ago on Google • 17 reviews
    The food was excellent. Value for money. The shack by the beach is a great location to surf and grab a snack on the way.. Service from staff is good for locals as well. Plenty of surf boards are available by the side of the shack cafe. Parking is not available as it’s road side and need to park either on the road or by the side of another property.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kristina H. 2 years ago on Google
    The best place in Sri Lanka to enjoy food and have fun . Awesome people and atmosphere . Definitely will be back
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Maximus F. 2 years ago on Google
    I've come here a few times for lunch... The food is delicious except for one called Masala Dosa, I don't know what this is, it tastes weird lol I can't even finish it... One input from me is!!! it would be nice if the food portion was a little more, this is the only place that makes my stomach not full after eating
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Natalie R. 2 years ago on Google
    Perfect place to spend the day! Both breakfast and lunch menus are outstanding - definitely order the iced tea! It’s also a really great place to learn to surf. The waves are mild and the instructors are fun and helpful!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Zeynep A. 1 year ago on Google
    Very nice spot in this area. They have really big food menu. I decided very hard my order, every thing seem very nice. Staff are sooo nice. A few dogs and cats around so they are animal lovers place. Prices are okay. And also they have pool table! We will definately come again. Thank you. After this comment we came here almost every day and we tried almost everything on menu. All of them soooo delicious. Our last day we came for to say goodbye but it was monday and close. Thank you for all. I'll really really miss you.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Thilagar T. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice please in down south. We can meet lot's of people here. Play game have a nice drink's.food is amazing 😍😍😍
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Bryan C. 1 year ago on Google
    I've been in Sri Lanka 2 weeks and this was my best meal so far. Ingredients felt fresh. I got the Spicy Tuna Bowl, Fish Tacos, and Tropical Thunder smoothie. (Smoothie was a bit of a letdown tbh but food was great)
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jon Sa T. 1 year ago on Google
    Delicious food, the menu has a good variety of snacks and main dishes. The Fish and chips was so good , friendly service. I’ll be back for sure .
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jacqui W. 4 months ago on Google • 15 reviews
    Awesome restaurant to stop at while traveling through. You get a beautiful ocean view while eating a delicious lunch. We had the sashimi and poke bowl, and the ginger spice soda- all really fresh and delicious!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Fiix A Phone Wellawatta Colombo 0. 7 years ago on Google
    Good vegetarian food shop
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Richard S. 7 years ago on Google
    Good food, great view. We really enjoyed the curry, flavoured well and with a novel dish, which is rare after three weeks in the country. The garlic shrimp dish was less of a success; the sweet and sour sauce was distinctly reminiscent of mediocre "Chinese" restaurants back home. That said, a couple of the devilled dishes I've had had the same flavour profile, so not deducting a star - it probably tastes as it should, just not my cup of tea. (Which reminds me, the pot of tea was very generously sized, nice touch.)
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Akvilė B. 4 years ago on Google
    The best veg curry I had in Sri Lanka! It was worth waiting 45 min for it while being super hungry. So come earlier if you don’t want to wait too long for your dinner as it does get busy.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Zayna A. 4 years ago on Google
    Kotthu and vegetable rice and curry were outstanding. Huge portions but a small and popular restaurant. Go to the tiki bar next door for a drink while you wait.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Shaun Z. 3 years ago on Google
    This place is awesome for several reasons 1) the owners are present and involved 2) the staff are treated like friends, they surf or they play pool on their breaks. Staff are treated like they should be.. as valuable assets. And the result is they want to work there, they want to do a great job, they want to make the client happy. 3) food is seriously good.. and priced right.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Adam 2 years ago on Google
    We’ve been going to the shack for quite some time, it’s not our go-to place as the food isn’t amazing but it’s not a bad place for a feed and a good fall back option… Unfortunately what we experienced on our recent visit was just terrible. We waited 30 minutes for 4 soda’s, we then waited another half hour for the food to arrive which ended up being stone cold (honestly there was no warmth in it at all). I told the guy who was serving us and he said that it’s cold because they are busy. They offered to take it back and warm it up which isn’t great when you order a burger & fish n chips. The manager came over and his attitude was honestly terrible, his approach was very aggressive and he pretty much asked us to leave because our food was cold… I’m kind of shocked considering we supported this business throughout the middle of 2021 when they really needed the business. I hope the manager reads this and takes positive action to ensure this kind of thing doesn’t happen again. Especially if we were average tourists, it’s a very poor reflection of the kind hearted Sri Lankan people we usually experience.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rols D. 2 years ago on Google
    Great spot, perfect laid back bar/restaurant w an informal but slick team. Brilliant food for the price and big vibes. 100% recommend for a stay over or just a nice breakfast/dinner on the beach Travelling chef...
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Senira S. 1 year ago on Google
    Chilled beach side cafè. The location is splendid, comfy seating, good staff. The food can improve, the cocktails need alcohol in them not just a touch pinch with a load of ice like they do atm.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lutz H. 1 year ago on Google
    Since 20 years I spend more time in Sri Lanka then in any other country. I’m a trained chef and visited in this time hell a lot restaurants. But here I got the best food so far on this island. Most interesting and inviting menu. Fair prices for this quality. Very friendly stuff. Superb and delicious. Respekt Must see and taste
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 John D. 1 year ago on Google
    The 4 formagio pizza was really good. The cheese - stretchy and hot, with a perfect crust to cheese ratio. And with a complimentary bottle of chilli sauce to add based on your own discretion. Recommend to every cheese pizza lover. The hangover burger was one of the best I've ever tasted in Sri Lanka. The patty was soft and fresh, the beef - like you would expect in Europe. Godly sauce. Overall an A+. Fish and chips were a pleasant surprise - crunchy and chewy on the outside with hot and really fresh tuna on the inside. Magical. The side dishes of fries were also on point - hot, crunchy, salty.. I could go on. And the service was spot on. Not busy when we got there around 19 on a rainy day, but everything was made in 5-10 minutes max, the staff were attentive and very tactful, even for European standards. The coffee boost smoothie or whatever it's called had too much banana in it, overshadowing the coffee flavor, but maybe that's just me. Overall great experience. Decently sized portions, fair price. Favourite place to eat in Sri Lanka now, wish it was closer to all the surf spots in the south so I could come every day.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Lakshan G. 1 year ago on Google
    Great atmosphere. Tried the spring rolls they were very nice. Lots of resident expects make up the bulk of the patronage.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 charles de g. 1 year ago on Google
    Friendly atmosphere, variety of good food and drinks, good music, you can sit in the shade or swim, surf, paddle … We highly recommend :)
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Рыбак �. 1 year ago on Google
    Comfortable place with nice kitchen and seats. Can relax on a sofa watching surfers and thinking about new day with new waves. U can also rent a board with coach if needed. Personnel is friendly and very open minded. 5 star
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Darshana C. 1 year ago on Google
    One of the best places to chill. This is a beach front surfing inspired restaurant. Also you can get surfing boards here. Lot of foreigners hang around. Food is really delicious and all pizzas are baked in a wood oven. Prices are reasonable not expensive.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Александр �. 1 year ago on Google
    The best cafe in the area! Delicious food, excellent selection of music, pleasant staff. Here you can rent a surfboard and work out with a trainer if you always dreamed of it, but never tried it)
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Liz H. 1 year ago on Google
    Great place to meet up with friends or friends you havent yet made. Good music, cool beers, extensive menu, on the beach. What's not to like!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Shanuka B. 1 year ago on Google
    One of best place to enjoy your meal while watching the ocean wave and experiencing sea breeze. Food personation to food taste everything is perfect.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 JUHI A. 4 months ago on Google
    I liked this place but some people may find it shady. I had my share of fun here. Same like Goa (INDIA) VIBES HERE. one can drink eat and have fun here.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Charles S. 2 months ago on Google • 28 reviews New
    Hey guys, We actually enjoyed the food during our sudden stop at your restaurant last Saturday. 2 of our families came enjoyed all the food and beverages - especially your mouth watering burgers, fish and chips and of course the drinks. The Porto Chicken Burger I would recommend the price is way too much for the portion size but it is actually tasty. I would highly recommend you guys to change your plain lime as it was very watery. We had to use plenty of sugar syrup and salt as well. Other than that everything else was really perfect. We loved the beach view as my daughter spent most of the time on sand playing by the surfing area. For surfing school it would be a high demand area. Whoever is interested in surfing this is your place. Overall rating would be 5 star!

  • 5/5 Adeesha Dilshan D. 5 months ago on Google • 21 reviews
    I had a great time at Shacks Beach Cafe. The view and location were outstanding, providing a wonderful backdrop for my visit. I enjoyed an ice latte, which was good, though a bit on the bitter side. The overall experience was fun and memorable.

  • 5/5 Emma H. 2 months ago on Google • 19 reviews New
    Lovely people! I did a surf lesson, used the sun-beds and had drinks. I didn’t get food but it looks delicious! Would definitely go back if I had more time here

  • 5/5 Aileen O. 2 months ago on Google • 13 reviews New
    Great food, great location, great music and fantastic staff. Love this place there's something for everyone on the menu. Staff are so attentive and friendly. Well run and a great place to chill. Great surf beach also. And without a doubt the best coffee we had in Sri Lanka. Big shout out to Sara and Danu too! Best guys ever!

  • 5/5 Lorna P. 1 month ago on Google • 6 reviews New
    Really love this place ❤️ great place to chill alday you can watch the surfing and the kids lovit .and I hear the parties are great to can't wait to party there next time . Food is delicious and the staff are great. Only stayed one night but super great room right on the beach . Can definitely say I will be going back 🙏

  • 5/5 Sergey V. 4 months ago on Google • 3 reviews
    I stayed for a week nearby and visited this place every single day for breakfast, lunch and dinner. High class service, everything very quickly and delicious. My recommendations for breakfast is The breakfast toast, for a lunch the hangover burger, and for dinner - terriayki bowl. Ask for napkins, you will need them for the meal sweat.

  • 3/5 kri s. 4 years ago on Google
    Good

  • 2/5 Sutharsan 6 years ago on Google
    Very poor foods ,I eat 2 times in the food I got some tea bag , stappler clips also !!

  • 5/5 Amaan R. 4 years ago on Google
    Delicious

  • 5/5 ehanathan s. 4 years ago on Google
    Vegetarian foods

  • 1/5 Sidheequegoodmusliyar C. 7 years ago on Google
    Good food

  • 5/5 Parthipan K. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The famous Shiva Temple (Original) புகழ் வாய்ந்த சிவன் கோவில்

  • 5/5 Mohamed R. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Delicious (Original) Вкусно

  • 5/5 Mohamed Z. 3 years ago on Google
    Best place to eat veg

  • 3/5 paran s. 4 years ago on Google
    Cafe is comparatively clean to other middle class vegetation eating houses. Food also cheaper. Easy access. Situated at the Galle road itself. All sorts of vegetation shorteats can be bought here.

  • 5/5 Amila D. 4 years ago on Google
    Good foods

  • 5/5 Amaresh R. 4 years ago on Google
    I like the place but I will never come back to this place coz I came with a girl and returned back with a bad experience. It's not the restaurant's fault it's the girl whom I went with was so picky and complaining about the location as it's too crowded. So giving a 1 or 4 star is not applicable. I've been here several times and I love the food here! Now when I come in there I remember the bad experience I had so I get broke at the moment. Therefore I don't want to come again.

  • 3/5 Yusry Al A. 4 years ago on Google
    Great place for quick vegetarian meals

  • 5/5 Birannaa J. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice vegetarian restaurant

  • 5/5 Gayan K. 4 years ago on Google
    Very good quaily foods . soo clean and nice foods . But there is not a proper tap to wash our hands

  • 3/5 Trip I. 6 years ago on Google
    Good foods

  • 5/5 Nadeeraab H. 3 years ago on Google
    The best place to enjoy high quality tasty food while having a look at the sunset.highly recommend. The best place to enjoy evening with loved ones

  • 5/5 Richard A. 3 years ago on Google
    Best rice and curry ive tried around. We showed up in his restaurant and asked what we wanted and gave us just that in such a short amount of time. 👏👏👏

  • 5/5 Asher Y. 5 years ago on Google
    Amazing food for normal prices. The staff is super nice and will tell you if the waiting time is long. Recommended to book a table in advance. For drinks they only serve beer but you can bring your own wine. Great view from the cliff to the ocean. HIGHLY RECCOMENDED.

  • 5/5 Liv M. 5 years ago on Google
    Exceptional Sri Lankan food cooked in a tiny kitchen by Akila, and served by his wife and son. The value for money is really good and the dishes are copious. By day the sea view must be amazing. Anticipate payment by cash only and no toilets on site.

  • 5/5 Natalia 4 years ago on Google
    It’s a small, calm place with a nice view over the ocean. We ordered 2 curry portions with rice and a salad. We waited a bit for a food but it was great and portions were surprisingly big- 1 would be enough for 2. Try it if you have a chance.

  • 4/5 Mark N. 5 years ago on Google
    The view is great and very romantic. Chef is a delight. Food was very good, however no bargain. Also transport from town can be expensive.

  • 5/5 ji a. 3 years ago on Google
    Every dish is well made and nutritious. Veg vegan or chicken dishes, every box has its own unique flavour. Happy customer and hope the quality, quantity and taste continues to be the same.

  • 5/5 griesmonkie K. 4 years ago on Google
    Best food @Weligama. Try it yourself. Takr care. You might get addicted to this.

  • 5/5 Haly L. 5 years ago on Google
    Very delicious food, big portions, and beautiful location.

  • 5/5 Luboš R. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Simply the best cuisine in Willigame. A lot of locals will confirm that. They brought us just caught fish for dinner (Original) Prostě nejlepší kuchyně ve Willigame. A to vám potvrdí spousta místních. Prinesli nám právě vylovenou rybu k večeři

  • 5/5 Ruben van der L. 4 years ago on Google
    Awesome view and nice food.

  • 5/5 Julyly R. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Delicious, only 8 tables and a massaman to die for! (Original) Délicieux, 8 tables seulement et un massaman à tomber par terre !

  • 5/5 Roni S. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) tasty food recommended (Original) אוכל טעים מומלץ

  • 1/5 AlWa0711 4 years ago on Google
    Not good and too expencice!! Shrimp with rice.

  • 5/5 Verena Z. 4 years ago on Google
    Food was incredible delicious! Portions are big, price is absolutely worth it! Service is also nice and I guess the view at daylight is amazing. Totally recommend going there!

  • 5/5 Shay Z. 4 years ago on Google
    Great food! Fresh salads served in a local way Authenticity is what makes this place do great and simple Take care to reserve a place before coming over Friday night's are noisy as the neighboring bar is having a party

  • 1/5 Silvia B. 4 years ago on Google
    Rude staff. Overcharging for beer 500 and food that is not worth. Also, once i said i am gonna post a bad review they instantly got aggressive and asked for us to leave and wanted to give the money back. In the end its all about image because they run an ilegal place, just like most of the places.

  • 5/5 Jakub K. 4 years ago on Google
    My first rice and curry and I am glad it was here. So tasty with great view

  • 5/5 K T. 4 years ago on Google
    Chef Akilla and his very friendly staff is awesome 👍 stunning view, fresh, delicious juices and jummy food. We will come back!

  • 5/5 Neo Video A. 4 years ago on Google
    Very good restaurant and party in there

  • 5/5 Jonas W. 4 years ago on Google
    Very tasty local dishes and fresh fruit juices in a spectacular location! Not very easy to find. Ask locals for directions to Tiki Bar.

  • 5/5 Handren R. 4 years ago on Google
    Wonderful place,friendly environment,an amazing food..The best Rice and curry I have tried in Sri lanka so far..highly recommended.

  • 5/5 Данила �. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The best Chicken Massaman in the world) (Original) Лучший Чикен Массаман в мире)

  • 5/5 Bernhard X. 4 years ago on Google
    Excellent food, very nice staff, wonderful view! best food we‘ve had, after one week in sri lanka!

  • 5/5 Yaara H. 4 years ago on Google
    It’s always nice to find the small family business gems and this is a unique one. The chef Akila is making such a delicious food, the place is always full and for a good reason- so come on time cause the wait for the food is worth it!

  • 5/5 Артем �. 4 years ago on Google
    Food was excellent. And the view is very nice

  • 4/5 Игорь �. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Small home kitchen with 6 tables. Nice view, great food. Gadogado is not bad, but not like in Bali, and 30% of the dishes are carrots. Nearby constantly waiting for guests tuk-tuki, exuding the smell of gasoline ... (Original) Маленькая домашняя кухня на 6 столиков. Хороший вид, вкусная еда. Гадогадо неплох, но не как на Бали, и 30% блюда - морковь. Рядом постоянно разворачиваются ожидающий гостей тук-туки, источая запах бензина...

  • 5/5 Ка �. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The fish is great! Fresh, juicy! It was delicious. (Original) Рыба отличная! Свежая, сочная! Было очень вкусно.

  • 3/5 Normunds S. 4 years ago on Google
    visited this place based on reviews - honestly the place is highly overrated.

  • 4/5 Lari W. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice, small restaurant with a gorgeous view. Food was excellent. Friendly but super slow staff.

  • 5/5 tom p. 4 years ago on Google
    Lovely

  • 5/5 Derek M. 4 years ago on Google
    Best food in Weligama, hands down.

  • 4/5 Rehina B. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Good place, tasty food, but quite expensive, mark-ups 2-3 times. (tips are also included in the bill). (Original) Хорошее место, вкусная еда, но достаточно дорого, наценка на напики в 2-3 раза. (чаевые также включены в счет).

  • 5/5 Caroline C. 4 years ago on Google
    The best curry we have tried in sri Lanka- really fresh and vibrant flavours at a very reasonable price - we will definitely be going back

  • 5/5 Lauren E. 4 years ago on Google
    Great menu with a brilliant view! Perfect place for a wave watching over a meal.

  • 5/5 Khalman M. 4 years ago on Google
    Absolutely recommend rice and curry: they make it with eggplant fried with honey

  • 3/5 Alon W. 4 years ago on Google
    A bit overrated. Location is great, food was OK.

  • 4/5 James H. 4 years ago on Google
    We had a great group meal here, with 10 of us heading over from our hostel. The chicken masssaman curry three of us shared was superb!

  • 5/5 Yotam G. 4 years ago on Google
    Chef akila is lovely and cooks so good, we ate the nasi goreng ,chicken masaman, and the green salad, pasta calamari, rice and curry and all of them were great 10/10 we became regular customers, also chef akila is very nice and explain about the food and how he make it. Beautiful view to the jungle beach and awesome vibe. Definitely recommended!!

  • 4/5 Joel D. 4 years ago on Google
    Good joint

  • 5/5 Carla B. 4 years ago on Google
    amazing food!

  • 5/5 Julián Jiménez A. 4 years ago on Google
    The food was very good, the staff was very nice, though it was a little pricey compared to other local eateries. However it was definitely worth it for the amazing views and the nice food.

  • 5/5 Maya h. 2 years ago on Google
    Love this place! have everything to offer,great food,great vibes and music and lots of fun for kids. definitely recommended!!!

  • 5/5 Ranga S. 2 years ago on Google
    One of the best Seafood Restaurants in Galle..Prices are very decent. Steak was really really good and so was the Burger. Didnt care much for the Mojito but im not that much of a drink guy. All in all loved ambience, service and altogether Loved it...❤

  • 5/5 Ayesh J. 2 years ago on Google
    Every single food was absolutely perfect..& service are best ...🤙

  • 5/5 Alex F. 4 years ago on Google
    We stayed and ate here during our stay in Galle. Such a great place to hang out, right on the beach with good food and drinks. The crew that run the place are sensational. I'd highly recommend any visitors planning a stay in Galle to look at the accommodation here. The Love Shack and The Surf Shack are great options for couples or small families. With the cafe and beach at your doorstep, it's perfect.

  • 5/5 James P. 2 years ago on Google
    Such a chilled out cafe right on the beach, with friendly staff and really good food. The cafe is perfect for children as it has a games room, a climbing wall, a skate ramp and a slack line, on top of a very shallow beach. Perfect for relaxing in the morning with a coffee or relaxing in the evening with something stronger. They have a gathering of expats every Thursday evening which is a great way to catch up with old friends and meet new ones. Highly recommended, it has become our new local.

  • 5/5 Ken M. 2 years ago on Google
    For somewhere with a main road entrance I was very surprised to hear no traffic noise inside. A nice beach behind all the road side shops was also very surprising. Very nice coffee and charming decor. We'll definitely be back to try the food.

  • 5/5 grim c. 2 years ago on Google
    Great ambience and good food. Friendly and helpful staff. One of the best Surf Cafes located in Down South.

  • 5/5 Victoria Anna Sophie S. 2 years ago on Google
    Really cool place. Love the vibe. Food is great, drinks too! E we can recommend the granola bowl and fried shrimp. Service is very sweet. Went twice and would return any time.

  • 4/5 Vadym D. 2 years ago on Google
    Good place, tourists and surfers focused. But strangely they don’t serve ANY meat for breakfast, and no coffee (maybe a one time issue, otherwise this is really weird). Apart from this, awesome pizza, good music and overall atmosphere

  • 5/5 K P. 2 years ago on Google
    Loved it! Good coffee, nice food and an awesome spot on the beach. Very chilled vibe, often filled with expats and surfers. Has an outdoor shower for after the sea and a slackline if you're so inclined!

  • 5/5 Sasitha R. 2 years ago on Google
    One of the best hangout spots in galle ideal for people of all ages. From kids to elders. Food is amazing and the hospitality is great. Prices are average. They have indoor and outdoor seating by the beach also a pool table.

  • 5/5 Ольга �. 2 years ago on Google
    Many thanks for cooking the Tuna Burger for me despite it's not available in the menu anymore 💜🙏 It was very good🤤 And the fried prawns...damn, they are fantastic!!!

  • 5/5 Amber M. 2 years ago on Google
    It's a great place! My wife and I have been here a few days in a row and have been very pleased. Great staff, great music, delicious food! There's also surfing. You definitely won't regret it)😊

  • 5/5 Spirit M. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing place on the beach side with nice selection of music, delicious food and billiards/ table tennis if you feel bored today.

  • 5/5 Marlene K. 1 year ago on Google
    What a beautiful place! The food is super fresh and a great mix between traditional Singhalese food and modern beach snacks. The staff is absolutely amazing, caring, friendly and always approachable. This space has such a great vibe, chilled atmosphere and good music, you barely wanna go out and explore the area around because you get everything you need. Highly recommended!

  • 5/5 Edward A. 1 year ago on Google
    Best food available in the area with awesome music friendly staff and great views of the surf too. Malle offers great surfing lessons and perfect post wave beers

  • 5/5 Poke The B. 1 year ago on Google
    This is a very popular beach bar with great food and ambiance. Very popular amongst tourists and expats alike.

  • 5/5 Joanna G. 1 year ago on Google
    We've basically spent our entire stay in Dewata in or around this place. The best lounge chairs around with a beautiful beach view, really tasty food (I never thought I'd say this about a pizza so far away from Italy ;-)), friendly staff. A perfect place if you want to grab a bite or just relax with a smoothie or coffee in your hand.

  • 5/5 Ruchiran A. 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely place to spend an evening with friends. Surfing, pool, table tennis available. Food is good but pizzas are not that much good. Friendly Staff. Parking is small.

  • 5/5 Александр �. 11 months ago on Google
    Brilliant food! Significantly better than average! I highly recommend falafel wrap and americano. Also I would like waiters to be more flexible on bringing terminal for cards. (Yes, you can pay card here!)

  • 5/5 Luke R. 1 year ago on Google
    Had drinks and food here a few nights in a row. Great place to watch the Sun set, regular parties and good vibes. Thanks for looking after us

  • 5/5 Sam B. 11 months ago on Google
    Ate here a few times, and the place is lovely situated just on the beach, but the food is delicious. The pies are amazing, the chicken and meal is absolutely top notch! Also had some chicken tacos which were delicious! Highly, highly recommend

  • 5/5 Brandy P. 11 months ago on Google
    Super chill vibes at this shack! Loved the smoothie as well. Highly recommend this place to chill, hang out, grab a bite. The staff are incredibly friendly, just as the dogs are. Hope to come back one day!

  • 5/5 Meyvan R. 10 months ago on Google
    The staff here is very friendly and very good at their job! We came for surfing and we are beginners. But they made sure all our safety & gave us a fabulous service! I definitely recommend this place to anyone!

  • 5/5 Adam M. 1 year ago on Google
    Have been coming for years but my first “post”. The Shack consistently provides great food, smiling service and a super safe place to swim and surf all year round.

  • 5/5 callum p. 4 months ago on Google
    Awesome location, watched people surf while eating my dinner which was great! Good food frequently staff. Pretty much all you can ask for at a casual restaurant

  • 5/5 Giulia S. 4 months ago on Google
    The food is delicious! The view is great! It was also nice because next to the restaurant there was a nice local market we’re we bought soap - vanilla and other nice presents

  • 5/5 Jack H. 7 months ago on Google
    Fantastic place to visit, stay, eat and drink! Service is impeccable, food is very good and the people are even nicer. This was our first stop when landing in Sri Lanka, we couldn't have asked for a better first place to stay.

  • 5/5 Vincent O d. 2 months ago on Google • 2 reviews New
    What a wonderful chilled out spot to kick back and watch the world go by! We were so lucky to find ourselves staying over the shack. The staff were OUTSTANDING and a special mention to Sara and Danu, so friendly, fun and professional. The eclectic menu executed perfectly for a fun and eclectic clientele, especially Simones gorgonzola woodfired pizza. The best coffee in Sri Lanka by far.Great tunes all day and a fantastic set by DJ Swagger for New year's eve. My 13 year old son will never forget the surf lessons from the excellent instructors on the perfect beach. Two weeks of laid back fun. We want to go back!!!


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