3000 Per Person
BYOB Not Accepted
Bar Available
FREE High-speed WiFi
Ella's Number One, Cup By Cup
The Barn by Starbeans is a café and brunch spot on Wellawaya Road, right on Ella's main street, and currently ranked #1 of more than 200 restaurants in town on TripAdvisor. Known for its coconut French toast and wood-fired tandoori chicken pizza, The Barn runs from 6am to 10:30pm and has built a reputation reviewers keep repeating: the best coffee in Ella. It's an easy place to start the day and just as easy to return to for dinner.
Comfort Food in the Hills
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Signature Dishes: Wood-fired tandoori chicken pizza and garlic prawn pizza are the two most-ordered items on the menu.
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Also Worth Ordering: Coconut French toast for breakfast, pot biryani or nasi goreng for something heartier, and a slice of cappuccino cake with your coffee.
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Ambience: Centrally located on the main street with an upstairs terrace that opens up to scenic views over Ella.
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Best For: Morning coffee runs, brunch dates, and dog owners travelling with their pets.
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Special Features: Consistently rated for having the best coffee in Ella, with a wood-fired oven running through breakfast, lunch and dinner.
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Perfect Pairing: Pasta Arrabbiata or avocado toast alongside a proper cappuccino.
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Easy Access & Amenities: Dog-friendly seating, a central location on Wellawaya Road, and hours that run from 6am to 10:30pm daily.
Recommended Dishes
Tuna Steak
Nasi Goreng
Smoothie Bowl