Top pick1. Bommu Rooftop Bar at Radisson Hotel Kandy
Lounge bar · Mawatha
Rated 4.8 out of 5352 reviews
“Great view overlooking Kandy Lake and ample variety of drinks and food.”
31 Saranankara, Mawatha, Kandy 20000
Best bars in Kandy, Sri Lanka
10 places, ranked by rating and number of reviews. How we rank
- Places listed
- 10
- Average rating
- 4.4
- Reviews counted
- 8,306
- Open on Sundays
- 9
2. Old Trinitian's Sports Club
Bar
Rated 4.7 out of 5236 reviews“It's a perfect spot for sports fans and social events.”
7JXM+QW4, Adahanamaluwa Rd, Kandy
3. Hideout Lounge
Restaurant · Brunch
Rated 4.5 out of 53,126 reviews“The cocktails were amazing, best we had in Sri Lanka so far.”
52 Sangaraja Mawatha, Kandy 20000
4. Terrace Bar
Pub · Sri Dalada Veediya · Rs 1,000–2,000
Rated 4.6 out of 567 reviews“Friendly vibes, good drinks, and a comfortable setting.”
Kandy City Centre, Sri Dalada Veediya, Kandy 20000
5. Grand Sky Lounge
Bar
Rated 4.5 out of 5151 reviews“Lovely cocktails and nice atmosphere - thank you!”
12 Mahamaya Mawatha, Kandy 20000
6. Tavern 29 Rooftop Bar
Bar · Rs 1,000–4,000
Rated 4.4 out of 5177 reviews“Great place for a drink in Kandy, lovely staff and nice to sit by the river!”
11 Deveni Rajasinghe Mawatha, Kandy 20000
7. Slightly Chilled Lounge, Sports Bar & Restaurant
Bar · Rs 2,000–6,000
Rated 4.3 out of 52,522 reviews“Lovely chill out music in the background with incredible views over Kandy.”
29a Anagarika Dharmapala Mawatha, Kandy 20000
8. Royal Bar & Hotel
Bar · PEN 410
Rated 4.3 out of 5879 reviews“Best spicy caju with curry leaves we had in Sri Lanka ❤️”
No.44 Raja Veediya, Kandy 20000
9. The Last Drop Restaurant
Restaurant · Rs 1,000–4,000
Rated 4.1 out of 5452 reviews“The staff is friendly, and the drinks menu is diverse.”
37 Yatinuwara St, Kandy 20000
10. THE PUB
Bar · Sri Dalada Veediya · Rs 1,000–5,000
Rated 4.1 out of 5344 reviews“One of the few places in Kandy to get a drink after hours.”
7JVP+7HF, Sri Dalada Veediya, Kandy
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What are the best bars in Kandy, Sri Lanka?
Based on ratings weighted by the number of reviews, the top-rated bars in Kandy, Sri Lanka are Bommu Rooftop Bar at Radisson Hotel Kandy (4.8 stars from 352 reviews) and Old Trinitian's Sports Club (4.7 stars from 236 reviews).
Which bars in Kandy, Sri Lanka are open on Sunday?
9 of 10 list Sunday opening hours, including Bommu Rooftop Bar at Radisson Hotel Kandy (10 AM–12 AM) and Old Trinitian's Sports Club (11 AM–2 PM, 5–11 PM). Hours can change, so call ahead.
How are these bars ranked?
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