Hidden local cafes inside the Galle Fort walls.
Where do the locals drink coffee inside the fort away from the expensive tourist traps.
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Inside Galle Fort, finding cheap local spots is tough, but there are a few gems. Look for the small, unassuming roti shops tucked down the narrow residential side streets away from the main Pedlar Street tourist strip.
For the best authentic food, you actually need to step just outside the fort walls. The local eateries near the main Galle bus stand serve incredible, cheap rice and curry that all the locals eat daily.
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