The best vegetarian-friendly food spots in Central Province, grouped by district — every listing rated 4 stars or higher on Google.
★ 4.9 922 Google reviews
Vegetarian, Vegan, Cafe · Budget · Kandy
A plant-based gem near Kandy Lake serving generous vegetarian and vegan breakfasts, smoothie bowls and fresh juices in a chilled garden setting. One of the highest-rated eateries in the whole city.
129/8B Anagarika Dharmapala Mawatha, Kandy 20000
★ 4.7 1,511 Google reviews
Cafe, European · Budget · Kandy
A European-style specialty cafe on DS Senanayake Veediya widely regarded as serving the best coffee in Kandy, alongside avocado toast, tacos and smoothie bowls. A favourite stop for travellers looking for a light Western breakfast or brunch.
125 DS Senanayake Veediya, Kandy 20000
★ 4.7 839 Google reviews
Fusion, Burgers, Sri Lankan · Budget · Kandy
A quirky first-floor hangout on DS Senanayake Veediya fusing Western favourites with Sri Lankan flavours - think Sri Lankan-spiced burgers, kottu wraps and well-reviewed vegan options like jackfruit burgers.
1st Floor, 164 DS Senanayake Veediya, Kandy 20000
★ 4.6 605 Google reviews
Sri Lankan street food · Budget · Kandy
A government-backed food court where local women cook traditional Sri Lankan street food to order - hoppers, pittu, string hoppers, roti, dosa and sweets - at remarkably low prices. Open daily 7am to 7pm; many dishes are naturally vegetarian.
Ahalepola Kumarihami Mawatha, Kandy 20000
★ 4.4 662 Google reviews
Vegetarian, Sri Lankan · Budget · Kandy
A strictly vegetarian institution near the Kandy market serving cheap, hearty Sri Lankan rice and curry plus its famous soy-based ice cream in vanilla, strawberry and chocolate. A great budget option for vegans and vegetarians.
E L Senanayake Veediya, Kandy 20000
★ 4.3 767 Google reviews
South Indian, Vegetarian · Budget · Kandy
An all-vegetarian South Indian eatery on DS Senanayake Veediya known for crisp dosas, idli and vada with vegan-friendly chutneys, at very affordable prices. A quieter alternative to nearby Balaji Dosai.
No. 9, DS Senanayake Veediya, Kandy 20000
★ 4.1 4,480 Google reviews
South Indian, Vegetarian · Budget · Kandy
Kandy's best-known South Indian vegetarian restaurant, constantly packed for its crispy paper dosai, aromatic chutneys and sweet chai milk tea. A cheap, authentic and reliably busy spot in the heart of town.
03 DS Senanayake Veediya, Kandy 20000
Official website ↗★ 4.9 1,779 Google reviews
Sri Lankan · Budget · Sigiriya
A small, cosy family-run restaurant near Sigiriya Rock that has become one of the highest-rated eateries in the area, loved for its home-style Sri Lankan curries, warm hospitality and generous portions. Vegetarian and vegan options are plentiful.
Mailethtewa Road (Hotel Road), Sigiriya 21120
★ 4.3 924 Google reviews
Sri Lankan, Vegetarian-friendly · Budget · Sigiriya
A traveller favourite on the Inamaluwa-Sigiriya road with a rich menu, generous portions and standout vegetarian and vegan curries; the banana lassi is a signature. Simple open-air setting close to the Sigiriya resthouse.
Inamaluwa-Sigiriya Road, Sigiriya