Hunting for Polonnaruwa’s indie brews? Follow this self-guided crawl of tucked-away cafés and hidden gems guide sun-dappled courtyards.
1. Dawn Roastery Kick-off
Start at a micro-roaster just waking up; SecretLocale tips you on the single-origin beans locals queue for.
2. Hidden Garden Flat-White
Slip down an iron gate to a leafy patio few tourists notice—perfect for latte art photos before the rush.
3. Book-Nook Espresso Bar
Browse floor-to-ceiling second-hand shelves while the barista pulls an espresso shot aged in whiskey barrels.
4. Rooftop Cold-Brew Finale
Cap the crawl on a secret roof deck overlooking Polonnaruwa. Cool down with a house-made cold-brew tonic—on us.
Save this map, skip the chains, and sip like a local.