The Ancient Cities
An unexpectedly modish bakery-restaurant, 30m from the bus station, with decent Sri Lankan and Western dishes. Omelettes are available as well as rice and…
Must-see restaurants in Sri Lanka
Unawatuna
One Love has a nice spread of tables on the sand. Amid a plethora of shrimp-grilling cafes, this is the preferred local option for a classic rice and…
Galle
Opposite the bus station, this highly popular lunch spot, with its impossible-to-resist sweet and savoury short eats and tasty curries, is an authentic…
Ella
For a quick pit stop and refuel head to this place (they also do a takeaway service). Its deliciously tasty rottis come in a wealth of flavours and are…
Colombo
Iconic rice and curry joint in a corner location, close to the action. It's clean and well-run, with an engaging crew who welcome all comers. The string…
Polonnaruwa
This hotel's dining room enjoys a terrific perspective over the calm waters of the tank, and it's air-conditioned, so it offers a lunchtime respite from…
Arugam Bay
Simple roadside joint that works well for a decent rice and curry and genuine Sri Lankan meals at affordable prices. Also serves some Western food,…
The Hill Country
This superb tea store has high-quality leaves from across the hills and lots of china and teapots for sale. Its tearoom is perfect for a refined brew and…
The Ancient Cities
For a step up in class from your standard-issue rice and curry, this unlikely location offers delicious Sri Lankan meals that are varied and flavourful.
The East
The reliable local chain has a good-sized outlet near the bus terminal. Stock up on Western foods and groceries.
Hikkaduwa & Around
The best selection of foods and toiletries in town, with beach toys upstairs and wine and beer next door.
Jaffna
Smell the popcorn at this kid-friendly park cafe where you can get fresh juices, snacks and light meals.
Matara
A large supermarket on the main road where you can stock up on supplies; also has a pharmacy.
Colombo
In a beautiful old colonial mansion in one of Colombo’s most exclusive streets, this refined restaurant specialises in authentic Italian fare. The menu…
Anuradhapura
It's nothing that special, but if you're in urgent need of some air-con and non-local food this large 2nd-floor restaurant has lots of vaguely Chinese and…
Galle
This tiny hole-in-the-wall place caters to backpackers and serves generous portions of curries, various pasta dishes and okay pizzas. The paintings on the…
Nuwara Eliya Golf Club Dining Room
Nuwara Eliya
The dining room at Nuwara Eliya Golf Club serves classic bland English cuisine, such as lamb chops with mint sauce, and a few Asian dishes. Smart dress…
Galle
Eat under the twinkling star-lit sky with views of a spinning lighthouse. The food is fine, but note that the original 'mama' has moved with her recipes…
Jaffna & the North
A bare bones restaurant on the main roundabout at the bus station with a range of curry dishes, grilled fish and spicy chicken. There are even simpler…
Nuwara Eliya
A food truck dishing out simple, fiery local food and some Chinese dishes to diners eating on roadside tables. However prices are high for street dining.
Colombo
At the end of an alley on the southern edge of Fort, the venerable Sea Fish (since 1969!) serves seafood in a faded colonial-club setting.
Dambulla
In the town centre, this budget local chain offers Sri Lankan–style bakery items and tasty strong hoppers or rice and curry.
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