From cold to hot, cappuccinos to mochas, coffeeshops are undoubtedly a haven for coffee lovers. Unfortunately, though, for us lactose intolerant folks, finding an ideal café that will cater to our preferences can be a difficult task. Imagine being invited for a catch-up over a coffee and while everyone enjoys their pretty little coffees and lattes, you’re stuck with an iced tea or black coffee? 

So if you’re a coffee lover or a coffeeshop hopper, don’t fret! Here are some cafés in Colombo that have dairy-free alternatives. 

Milk & Honey Café 

This cute café that is set in Colombo 7 is a haven for booklovers and coffee lovers alike. Not only is this place aesthetically pleasing, but it has dairy-free alternatives at the café. From vegan food to plant-based milk, you can basically go crazy! Milk & Honey is also reasonably priced in terms of its plant-based options – a soy milk or coconut milk coffee here is priced the same as a regular milk coffee.

Seed Cafe

Another hidden treasure in Colombo 7, Seed Cafe is a blissful place for a catch-up or even a solo date. Not only does it have a great atmosphere, it is also lactose or vegan friendly. Seed Cafe offers oat milk and coconut milk alternatives for most of its coffee options, so it’s a good place to find a cup of coffee to sip on if you’re looking for diary-free options.

The Grind Coffeehouse

Popular for its coloured granola bowls and flavourful salad bowls, The Grind Coffeehouse is also a sister restaurant to Seed Cafe. Similarly, it offers dairy-free alternatives for those with a non-dairy coffee preference, which you can pair perfectly with a dairy-free baked good or sweet delight as well. 

Café Kumbuk

This is another spot that is cosy and inviting in its ambience and also – you guessed it – has dairy-free options. A great option if you’re on the hunt for a place with many vegan/dairy-free food alternatives.

Black Cat Café

A small boutique hotel offering affordable accommodation located in the heart of Colombo, Black Cat Café is a very welcoming and homely café that has a wonderful selection of books. It is also a saviour to us lactose intolerant folks as well, with a wide variety of coffee options that have coconut, soy, and oat milk alternatives. This is another great option for an ideal place to sip on a coffee while being surrounded by books.