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Colombo Restaurants

The Sri Lankan culinary expertise increases by the day, with traditional cooking blending into favourite international dishes. Local spices, the essence of Sri Lankan cooking, are artistically and cleverly added to the renowned dishes from worldwide destinations, presenting the gourmet palate with a new variety of taste. Needless to say, the European, Middle Eastern and South Indian influences of many centuries have affected the preparation styles and seasoning of the various local dishes. Colombo, as the commercial capital of Sri Lanka, offers the complete range of cuisines, from the spicy local and Indian curries to the raw and unflavoured Japanese sushi.

The dining options in Sri Lanka bring the unique tastes of the world in to one location, presenting both local and foreign travellers with an exquisite selection of restaurants located within a few miles of each other. The best of the restaurants are concentrated in Colombo, with some great selections available in the other major cities in Sri Lanka, including Kandy.

Leading Restaurants in Colombo:

Spoons
The Hilton Colombo, Echelon Square, Colombo 1, Sri Lanka
Tel: +94 11 254 4644

The restaurant is the mark of creative and contemporary style and decor, with a menu of international standards, serving full course meals and cocktails.

The Gallery Café
2, Alfred House Road, Colombo 3, Sri Lanka
Tel: +94 11 258 2162

At one time, the workshop of Sri Lanka's most famous architect, Geoffrey Bawa, this restaurant is undoubtedly among the culinary peers of Colombo. The fusion menu is delectable and don't forget to leave space for the mouth-watering desserts.

Chesa Swiss
3, Deal Place, Colombo 3, Sri Lanka
Tel: +94 11 471 2716 / +94 11 257 3433

Highly recommended and among the best restaurants in Colombo, this is the place to find authentic Swiss cuisine with specialties such as fondue, raclette and rosti. The exclusive Swiss wine list is excellent to down the delicacies.

Koluu's Tulips
383 Duplication Road, Colombo 3, Sri Lanka
Tel: +94 11 552 2111

Modern, trendy and lively, this is the latest addition of Koluu's chain of restaurants. It's famous for its pre-club drinks and dinner menus of international fusion and creativity.

Il Ponte
Hilton Colombo, Sports Complex, Lotus Road, Colombo 1, Sri Lanka
Tel: +94 11 254 4644

The best Italian restaurant in Colombo, this is the place to lay back and enjoy the traditional romantic atmosphere of Italian venues.

La Rambla

18 Tickle Road, Colombo 8, Sri Lanka
Tel: +94 11 268 5992

Colombo's first Mediterranean restaurant; it offers relaxed dining in a pleasant outdoor setting, next to a swimming pool. An excellent wine list complements the great taste and value of food.

Tao
The Colombo Plaza Hotel, Colombo 3, Sri Lanka
Tel: +94 11 232 0001

Adding to the growing list of restaurants at Colombo Plaza, food of high standards and a mix of the western and eastern flavours are offered here.

The Lagoon
Colombo Plaza Hotel, Colombo 3, Sri Lanka
Tel: +94 11 232 0001

Established as a reputed seafood restaurant in Colombo, the list of dishes served here is endless. Smart and modern in decor, the restaurant is highly recommended by regular diners.

Navaratna
Taj Samudra Hotel, Galle Face Green, Colombo 3, Sri Lanka
Tel: +94 11 244 6622

From India's premier hotel chain, the Navaratna of Taj Samudra Hotel Sri Lanka is the leading North Indian restaurant in Colombo.

The Mango Tree
82, Dharmapala Mawatha, Colombo 3, Sri Lanka
Tel: +94 11 537 9790

A popular restaurant that often needs to be reserved in advance, it offers an extensive menu with innovative dishes, complemented by after-dinner coffee and cocktails.

Shanti Vihar
3, Havelock Road, Colombo 5, Sri Lanka
Tel: +94 11 258 0224

Shanti Vihar is a restaurant with no extra makeup, serving up delicious South Indian and exclusively vegetarian food.

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