ESTABLISHED 1980 · HAKGALA, NUWARA ELIYA
Genuine Humbugs Restaurant & Coffee Shop
Opposite Hakgala Botanical Gardens, Genuine Humbugs has been welcoming travellers to the hills since 1980. Stop in for a leisurely breakfast, a satisfying lunch, coffee, or one of our much-loved strawberry treats.
Open daily
7:30 AM – 7:30 PM
Find us
Opposite Hakgala Botanical Gardens, Hakgala, Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka
Group dining
Seating for up to 40 guests. Group meals by prior arrangement.
A taste of the hills
Start your morning with Sri Lankan or Western breakfast favourites. Our all-day selection includes sandwiches, soups, fried rice, noodles and comforting casual dishes. On weekends, enjoy Sri Lankan rice and curry. And don’t miss our strawberry milkshakes, pancakes, waffles and ice cream treats.
Strawberries are part of our story
Genuine Humbugs has a long history with strawberries in Hakgala. Today, our strawberry treats remain a favourite reason to stop after visiting the botanical gardens.
A welcoming place to gather
Whether you’re exploring the hill country, visiting with family or planning a group lunch, settle in and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere. Contact us in advance for group arrangements and dietary requests.
Inside Genuine Humbugs
From our kitchen
Planning a group meal or visiting with family? Contact our team in advance for arrangements and dietary requests.