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mandala cafe and bar

Cafe

๐Ÿ˜  Have some respect for the town, can hear your music pumping over 150 meters away, sounds like itโ€™s in my room, you donโ€™t need it that loud. Midnight on a Monday. Itโ€™s not a party town. Its a place where people come to relax and see nature. Thanks for ruining my days plans for tomorrowโ€ฆ People often mention Ella, chill, good, station, great, train, nice, cafe,


Address

18 Ella Station Rd, Ella 90090, Sri Lanka

Contact

+94 76 177 7280

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (301 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
  • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
  • Thursday: Open 24 hours
  • Friday: Open 24 hours
  • Saturday: Open 24 hours
  • Sunday: Open 24 hours
  • Monday: Open 24 hours

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: Ella (12) chill (10) good (10) station (9) great (8) train (8) nice (8) cafe (6)
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  • 5/5 nature with p. 5 years ago on Google
    Night life excellent bar and drinks.. friendly people's... ๐Ÿ˜
    2 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 1/5 Marco Roams V. 4 months ago on Google
    Have some respect for the town, can hear your music pumping over 150 meters away, sounds like itโ€™s in my room, you donโ€™t need it that loud. Midnight on a Monday. Itโ€™s not a party town. Its a place where people come to relax and see nature. Thanks for ruining my days plans for tomorrowโ€ฆ
    2 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 1/5 Frederik J. 1 year ago on Google
    I had a bad experience of not delivering the requested quality and deliberately overpricing. It was a unpleasant experience. 1200 for a double shot "cappuccino". 5250 for two coffees that tasted of earth and two French fries. I was in a hurry to leave. The place has huge potential though with its view over the active cricket field and cozy decor. They do not make their own coffee - but haul it from next door. At payment you await internall payment and then final payment. The coffee down town was levels above and cheaper - look for the cafe on the left with the big machine.
    2 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 1/5 Terry S. 1 year ago on Google
    Very expensive here I ordered a fish and parata takeaway and it was not put in a correct container and leaked all over our clothes which wrecked them as it would not come out in the wash I had to wait over 40 minutes for it and then we threw it in the bin as it went everywhere I suggest you get some proper containers for your takeaways so it does not spill on people
    2 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Helmut M. 2 years ago on Google
    Super cozy bar. Lots of sofas to chill and great electronic music progressive house and psy trance (though chill) No people on my pictures as it's 10 am :) it's open round the clock
    2 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 4/5 Laurence D. 5 years ago on Google
    Open 24/7 and located close to Ella train station Mandala cafe is a laid back place with food offerings and drinks. Service was a little slow but had two great evenings in there. Upstairs is all about lounging and you could probably get away with a nap or two after a long day's travelling
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 4/5 Angelica M. 4 years ago on Google
    This place is really nice and the juices are good... I think the view during the evening looks great. Just for drinks... no food in the menu. It is close to the railroad station.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Markus R. 5 years ago on Google
    Perfect place to hang out and chill with some beers. It's directly at the train station and it's nice to sit there and watch the people streaming out of the station when the trains arrive. Staff is great and very good to hang out with
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Kallervo K. 1 year ago on Google
    Great place to lay low for a while. Relaxed atmosphere and most friendly staff awaits just across Ella Station.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 3/5 Gayani M. 1 year ago on Google
    Chilled cafe and bar close to Ella Station. Open 24x7. Food is bit expensive for locals.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Dave N. 1 year ago on Google
    Great place, the Lion lager was served in chilled glasses and was cheaper than every other place we tried in Ella. Local and western food options. I had a marguerita pizza and it was spot on, very nice and decent price. They have a proper pizza oven there and loads of comfortable seating. It's the first bar/restaurant as you come out of the station.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Liz 1 year ago on Google
    We came here straight after getting off the long train from Kandy. Best cocktail I have had so far in Sri Lanka and very reasonably priced. They were very helpful and gave us recommendations for Ella. They are also open 24 hours a day, unlike many other places. Arul was a lovely server and gave us some great food. Would definitely recommend for anyone in Ella

  • 5/5 M D. 5 months ago on Google
    Super atmospheric place, the pizza is delicious and so were the cocktails. Amazing vibe. Would absolutely recommend to stop by and chill here

  • 5/5 Peter de K. 1 year ago on Google
    Good food, cool music, great atmosphere and nice cold beer. What else do you need?

  • 5/5 Sophia O. 1 year ago on Google
    Very chill place with amazing decoration and nice view. Special thanks to Arul for his great service and for the best homemade Arack Attack coktail I had in Sri-Lanka ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿ‘Œ

  • 5/5 Monika H. 11 months ago on Google
    Loved this bar/restaurant. We had a really nice Pizza and the service is excellent. Arul is an amazing Waiter and person (I wish we could bring you back to austria) ๐Ÿ˜˜๐Ÿ˜˜ A chilled and relaxed vibe, We wish you all the best.

  • 5/5 Yoga S. 11 months ago on Google
    Great upstairs lounge area with bean bags, swings and beds with tables...perfect for a tranquil afternoon tea and coffee and right in front of the Ella train station!

  • 5/5 Deepak L. 4 months ago on Google
    Randomly went to this place. Just Amazing. Crazy vibe, opened till late night. Good music, good people. Definitely recommended.

  • 5/5 Nipuna C. 1 year ago on Google
    Chill place in the station road of Ella, there are different types of seating arrangements so you have more choices and also good privacy as well. Very delicious food for the best price we ordered their special pizza, Prawn spaghetti, Chicken Kottu all dishes are delicious and make you full. Recommend their cocktails also which is really nice

  • 5/5 Mike K. 2 years ago on Google
    One of the best place to enjoy the weekend in Ella. Nice best brotherhood's boss Can enjoy the vibe of the foreign feel

  • 4/5 Taryn T. 2 years ago on Google
    Very chill place. Open 24/7 right opposite the train station. Lots of couches and comfy places to hang out. Good music, hookah. Definitely worth a visit if you are in the area.

  • 5/5 CrackedJustin 2 years ago on Google
    Great Place! Only place realy open 24 hours. Perfect for dancing drinks and having a good time. Drinks are cheap and the food is great. Also smoking a Shisha there is just so chill. Would totally recommend. See you again :)

  • 5/5 Shireen E. 2 years ago on Google
    Best relaxing cafe in Ella it's so cozy and they are very friendly

  • 5/5 Melike D. 2 years ago on Google
    Great place to rest after the train. Delicious food and cozy environment!

  • 5/5 Joanne R. 2 years ago on Google
    We arrived in Ella and once off the train you are greeted by this awesome chilled bar/restaurant. We arrived in the dark and the bar is lit up which was a welcome sight. We tried the food and that was sooo good. There is a huge drink selection too. I had my favorite Arrack๐Ÿคช๐Ÿคช Our waiter Arul was super friendly and chatted to us. They have amazing swing seats for 2 and large comfy sofas to chill out on. Really cool tunes and the smell of burning intense is calming. They are open 24/7 by the way๐Ÿ˜œ Highly recommend this place itโ€™s fantastic.

  • 5/5 El D. 2 years ago on Google
    Very chilled out cafe close to Ella train station. Lots of sofas and bean bags. Came here in morning, but I hear its quite the party place and stays open 24.7. Look out for Arul who will take good care of you

  • 4/5 Jan M. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice cafe, calm location. Juices were good but both of our cheese rottis had no cheese, just plain pancakes.

  • 5/5 Marie L. 4 years ago on Google
    We liked it a lot! The food was soo delicious (we had Kottu) and the lassis and juices as well! The atmosphere is really relaxed and the staff friendly. The price of the food is good, the beverages are rather expensive.

  • 5/5 Eetu E. 4 years ago on Google
    Really nice place to chill and have few drinks! The staff is lovely, one night I had such a good time (and loads of arrack) with the owner and his local friends! Thank you guys!

  • 5/5 Dil C. 2 years ago on Google
    best chill plce in ella ...come & joint enjoy ๐Ÿ˜


Call +94 76 177 7280 Open on Google Maps

Amenities


  • Parking
    • โœ“๏ธ Free parking lot
  • Offerings
    • โœ“๏ธ Beer
    • โœ“๏ธ Wine
    • โœ“๏ธ Coffee
    • โœ“๏ธ Alcohol
    • โœ“๏ธ Spirits
    • โœ“๏ธ Cocktails
    • โœ“๏ธ Small plates
  • Dining options
    • โœ“๏ธ Lunch
    • โœ“๏ธ Brunch
    • โœ“๏ธ Dinner
    • โœ“๏ธ Dessert
    • โœ“๏ธ Seating
    • โœ“๏ธ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • โœ“๏ธ Dine-in
    • โœ“๏ธ Takeaway
    • โœ“๏ธ Outdoor seating

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