French Harbour · Roatán

Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–5 PM · Sun 8 AM–2 PM · Sat ClosedFrench Harbour, Roatán 34101

French Harbour · Roatán

Honest coffee, homemade food, French Harbour's morning stop.

A small, family-run café serving coffee, breakfast, brunch, and lunch on the Carretera Principal in French Harbour, Roatán.

4.9 on Tripadvisor

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Breakfast, brunch & lunch

Free Wi-Fi

Vegetarian & vegan options

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Our Story

More than a coffee stop

GiLei’s Café sits on the Carretera Principal in French Harbour, near the French Harbour Mall, serving breakfast, brunch, and lunch. Guest reviews going back several years describe it as a small, family-run spot known for genuinely friendly service — several reviewers mention it’s run by two sisters who treat regulars like family.

It’s consistently one of the highest-rated cafés in French Harbour on Tripadvisor, with guests coming back again and again for the coffee, the breakfast plates, and the homemade pastries.

4.9 on Tripadvisor

One of French Harbour’s highest-rated cafés.

Family-Run

Long-time guests describe a small, personal touch.

French Harbour

Near the French Harbour Mall on the Carretera Principal.

Honduran coffee

Cappuccinos, lattes, and chai are regularly named guest favorites — coffee is what this café is best known for.

Baked treats

Cinnamon rolls, cakes, and other baked goods show up often in guest photos and reviews.

Made to linger

Table service, free Wi-Fi, and takeout / in-store pickup for a quick stop or a slow morning.

What Guests Say

Rated 4.9 on Tripadvisor

Read all 24 reviews on Tripadvisor

Best cafe and coffee on the island!

Found the cafe by chance and kept coming back — called the coffee the best on the island, with breakfast served all day and a warm, attentive staff.

Mainelycarib · November 2023Tripadvisor

Great Coffee House

Described it as a family-run spot with exceptional staff, calling the food excellent and the coffee a highlight — reasonably priced and not to be missed.

Robert McNeill · September 2021Tripadvisor

Highly Recommend

A family looking for breakfast near the airport ended up here and loved it — praised the atmosphere, the chai latte, and a well-seasoned breakfast.

Lonna H · July 2022Tripadvisor

Tasty Sandwiches & Fresh Salads

Called the salads some of the freshest they've had anywhere, recommended the pesto chicken sandwich, and noted kind service at fair prices.

trinityboutin · January 2020Tripadvisor

YUMMY!!!

Raved about the lemonade, called the food very good with a diverse menu of drinks and dishes — and noted it's worth planning around the Saturday closure.

Kseabythec · December 2021Tripadvisor

Quaint Atmosphere and Good Eats

A repeat visitor called the people very friendly and the food good and plentiful, and mentioned the cafe's coffee-mug collecting tradition for regulars.

Dan H · June 2021Tripadvisor

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French Harbour · Roatán

Come share a cup with us

Located right along the Main Road in French Harbour. Whether you are arriving for early morning coffee, brunch with friends, or an afternoon iced drink, we’re ready to welcome you.

Opening Hours

French Harbour Local Time

Saturday: Closed

Open Sunday from 8:00 AM.

Monday7:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Tuesday7:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Wednesday7:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Thursday7:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Friday7:30 AM – 5:00 PM

SaturdayClosed

Sunday8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Location & Contact

French Harbour, Bay Islands, Honduras

Physical Address

Carretera Principal, French Harbour, Roatán 34101, Honduras

Near French Harbour Mall.

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