The brown bean
About
For a local business in Sri Lanka, The brown bean operates as a café at 52 Sir Marcus Fernando Mawatha, Colombo 00700, Sri Lanka, placing it in the island's commercial capital. The café sits on Sir Marcus Fernando Mawatha in Colombo, a city that anchors the western coast and serves as the main gateway for most arrivals to the island.
Known for its coffee, The brown bean has built a following among Colombo's café-goers, and its 4.1 out of 5 average across 211 reviews reflects that steady patronage. First-time visitors can expect a straightforward café setting on a Colombo street, with the address at 52 Sir Marcus Fernando Mawatha making it simple to locate within the city. The café opens daily from 07:00 to 22:00, covering early morning coffee through to late evening. Colombo, Galle, Kandy and Negombo all sit within the island's road and rail network, so reaching the café from the main towns is manageable.
Five photographs accompany this listing, giving a visual record of the café and its setting. The website at http://www.fb.com/thebrownbeancoffee provides a further point of reference. Opening hours run from 07:00 to 22:00, a span that suits both morning and evening visits.
Sri Lanka's tropical climate means the southwest coast, where Colombo sits, stays driest roughly December-March, while the east coast is best roughly May-September. Food on the island is spice-driven, built around rice and curry, fresh seafood and tropical fruit, all of which appear across Colombo's eateries. International flights serve the island, with domestic transport by road and rail, so the café is reachable from Negombo, Bentota, Mirissa and Unawatuna. Sinhala and Tamil are the main languages, with English widely used, making ordering straightforward for most visitors.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The brown bean known for?
The brown bean is known as a café in Colombo, with a rating of 4.1 out of 5 across 211 reviews. Its presence at 52 Sir Marcus Fernando Mawatha makes it a coffee stop in the city.
What kind of business is The brown bean?
The brown bean operates as a café in Colombo, serving the coffee-and-café category on Sri Lanka. Its address places it at 52 Sir Marcus Fernando Mawatha, Colombo 00700.
What should first-time visitors expect at The brown bean?
First-time visitors to The brown bean can expect a café setting at 52 Sir Marcus Fernando Mawatha, Colombo 00700. The venue keeps opening hours from 07:00 to 22:00, so it fits morning and evening visits.
Where is The brown bean located on Sri Lanka?
The brown bean sits at 52 Sir Marcus Fernando Mawatha in Colombo 00700, on the island of Sri Lanka. Colombo is one of the nearby places to the café, alongside Galle, Kandy, Negombo, Bentota, Mirissa, Unawatuna and Arugam Bay.
Is The brown bean easy to reach from the main resorts or towns on Sri Lanka?
The brown bean is reachable via road and rail, since Sri Lanka is served by domestic transport by road and rail. Its Colombo address at 52 Sir Marcus Fernando Mawatha places it within the city, near other towns such as Galle and Kandy.
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