Western Province, Sri Lanka Food Guide: 10 Seafood food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Colombo

August 22, 2020 Hana Mouser

Discover Restaurants offering the best Seafood food in Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka. Colombo is the gateway to Sri Lanka for most travelers—but don’t be tempted to simply pass through this diverse and interesting city. Take a train ride along the coast to Mount Lavinia, a popular beach, or explore the Talangama Wetland, which several TripAdvisor travelers say is the perfect place to take a break from the bustling streets of the city.
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10. Black Pepper

Chatham Street No. 62/6, Dutch Hospital Square, Colombo 01000 Sri Lanka Seafood, Asian, Sri Lankan Lunch, Dinner Wheelchair Accessible, Reservations, Seating, Free Off-Street Parking, Serves Alcohol, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Table Service, Parking Available, Valet Parking, Full Bar [email protected] +94 11 2 320544 http://www.blackpeppercolombo.lk
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4 based on 122 reviews

Black Pepper

BLACK PEPPER which promises “It’s More than Just Crab!” specialises in bringing you mouth-watering, authentic dishes from the North, South, East and West of Sri Lanka, presented with a sensational, signature twist!. At the BLACK PEPPER, we honour two loca

Reviewed By raneeb2018

The restaurant is tucked away behind the Dutch Hospital Precinct in Fort, Colombo. Went with friends last week to try something new. This place has been around for a while but we had never visited. Not disappointed at all. Good decor, efficient service and good food reasonably priced. Our Crab was served with toasted crusty bread, and a coconut symbol. (A traditional sri Lanka's dish with grated coconut, green and red chillies, lime juice and Maldive fish). Everything was very flavoursome and enjoyable as well as plentiful. Shall visit again.

9. Ministry of Crab

Old Dutch Hospital, Colombo Sri Lanka Seafood, Asian, Sri Lankan Lunch, Dinner Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music [email protected] +94 11 2 342722 http://www.ministryofcrab.com/
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4 based on 4172 reviews

Ministry of Crab

Sri Lanka’s most sought after dining destination. One of Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants since 2015, the restaurant is the brainchild of celebrated chef and restaurateur Dharshan Munidasa, who partnered with Sri Lankan Cricketing Legends Mahela Jayawardane and

Reviewed By Tayyeb

Being cricket fans, expected quality innings by two cricketing greats. Had heard a lot about this restaurant but ......Booked almost 4 weeks in advance for 930 slot prior to arriving on a week long trip on our last night in Colombo. We were promptly ushered to a shared “Captains table”. There was no prior information that we will be sharing a table with strangers. When pointed out that we had booked a table for three, we were given a table outside in a corner of smoking area.Staff pushed us to order as quickly as we were given the menus. We had seen this menu online in advance and knew it would be pricey. That had built our expectations for an experience to remember. In reality the options on printed menu were limited. Not everything listed on the menu was available on the day. Crabs and prawns were just ok. Chicken teriyaki was actually grilled chicken on a cold plate with no additional sides. Best bit was bread when dipped in sauce / marinade for two crab dishes we had ordered.As we were eating, staff started packing up around us. They started closing windows of the main hall and putting chairs away on tables around us.At just about 10pm we were told we cannot order anything else as the kitchen was closing down. We were expecting it to be highlight experience of our trip. Less I say the better it is. I don’t mind paying for good food and night to remember in a beautiful city. We felt short changed on this occasion. I hope this is only a blip. For Sanga & Mahela: We still remain your fans but your staff need a lesson in public relations. They were polite but in a hurry to close down. Not a word of apology or regret for substandard food. We were unable to enjoy the ambiance or the food. reservation code [1030-2130-3103] for Wednesday the 30th October 2019

8. Isso

2 Sulaiman Terrace Green Path, Colombo 00500 Sri Lanka Seafood, Asian, Sri Lankan Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night Delivery, Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, Cash Only, Free Wifi, Accepts Discover, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Serv [email protected] +94 11 7 770300 http://www.isso.lk
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4 based on 302 reviews

Isso

Considered a delicacy which is both expensive and hard to prepare, prawns are a commodity that gets less attention than it deserves. ISSO disrupts this by reintroducing prawns as an easily available fast-food in a price bracket that's affordable to a majo

Reviewed By MariaSelvEd

Only had take-out from here and delivery but the food is always very good and fresh! The sweet potato fries are a MUST HAVE as if the Red Curry. I'm yet to venture further than that, but will do soon! Dear MariaSelvEd,Thank you for taking the time to write us a review. We are delighted to read that you enjoyed our food and love the concept. We will be sure to pass on your kind words to the team. We look forward to welcoming you back to Isso soon.Kindest regards, Isso Team

7. The Ocean, The Kingsbury

48 Janadhipathi Mawatha,, Colombo Sri Lanka Seafood, Asian, Sri Lankan Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Validated Parking, Valet Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Waterfront +94 77 108 7720 http://thekingsbury.lk/dining/the-ocean
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4 based on 319 reviews

The Ocean, The Kingsbury

Reviewed By CMBTraveller_85

We keep coming back to The Ocean because the food is consistently great and the service is excellent. They know how to do cuttlefish right, surpasses any other restaurant! Special thanks to Amila, Gehan and Niroshan who always take good care of us and make us feel right at home! Dear CMB Traveler Greetings from the Kingsbury.Thank you for sharing your excellent feedback.We are very happy reading your review, learning about your pleasurable culinary experience. Thank you for the high recognition of our team .We are looking forward to welcoming you back again for similar experience. Warmest regardsDeepika Dissanayake

6. Sea Fish Restaurant

15 Sir Chittampalam A Gardiner Mawatha Fort, Colombo Sri Lanka International, Sri Lankan, Seafood, Asian Lunch, Drinks, Dinner, Brunch Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Reservations, Private Dini +94 11 2 326915 http://www.seafishcolombo.com/
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4 based on 483 reviews

Sea Fish Restaurant

Sea fish is the oldest Sea food Restaurant in Colombo. New Management and refurbished.Open from 11am to 11pm. Lobster, Crab, Fresh Sea fish, Traditional Sri Lankan and Western and Chinese food combination. Reasonable price.Close to Fort Railway Station.Fr

Reviewed By Eric H

Anyone visiting Colombo should seriously consider taking time to make a reservation at Seafish Restaurant. From arrival everything proved that this restaurant is one which has perfected itself over the years. A warm welcome awaited me, a great glass of wine wine quickly served while the extensive menu was perused. With help[ from the staff, I ordered a crab dish - a good decision. Service was attentive throughout. This place is well worth cancelling other arrangements for.

5. Baillie Street Merchants

15 Mudalige Mawatha, Colombo Fort, Colombo 00100 Sri Lanka Sri Lankan, Steakhouse, Bar, Seafood, European Dinner, Late Night, Drinks Reservations, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Parking Available, Valet Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Wine and Beer [email protected] +94 11 2 331302 http://www.facebook.com/bailliestreet.merchants/
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4 based on 30 reviews

Baillie Street Merchants

Merchants offers a drinking and dining experience like no other in Sri Lanka. With a revolving roster of internationally acclaimed bartenders, local heroes and a curated selection of fine liquors, we use unique, local flavours to produce drinks that you w

Reviewed By Binudi Y

Well I came to SriLanka with my friends for this Vacation and we visited your restaurant! Honestly it was one of the best restaurants I’ve ever visited and thank you so much THARANGA for your service ! Special thanks for recommending Lolita Cocktail!it was super great Tharanga!You guys were so friendly and gave us the best feeling ! All my foreign friends were blessing me for taking them upto this level! They all were saying that SriLanka was amazing and so was the food! Thank you so much Baillie street merchants for such an nice experience!Hi Binudi,Greetings from Baillie Street Merchants! Thanks for leaving us such a wonderful review. We are thrilled that you loved your experience. We put our customer experience and satisfaction as our priority, and your review reaffirms the hard work we put in every day. So thank you for your kind words and we look forward to seeing you again!Warmest RegardsTeam - Baillie Street Merchants

4. Curry Leaf

2 Sir Chittampalam A Gardiner Mawatha Fort, Colombo Sri Lanka Seafood, Sri Lankan Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Buffet, Seating, Parking Available, Valet Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Validated Parking, Highchairs Available, Full Ba [email protected] +94 11 2 492492 http://www.hiltoncolombo1.com/curryleaf
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4 based on 735 reviews

Curry Leaf

Richly decorated, this romantic Colombo restaurant offers guests an authentic Sri Lankan experience with a wide selection of local cuisine. Hand pick your dinner from the exquisite seafood market and have it prepared exactly to your liking as you relax in

Reviewed By Shiraz A

It's perfect Sri lankan dinner at curry leaf restaurant I would like to recommend this place to have sri lankan food.specially chicken kottu was mouthwatering.also I thanks whole curry leaf team as well the calypso band they providing nice music for as my special thanks for nishantha and fiona also thank whole curry leaf team.we will visit again.thank you.Dear Shiraz A,Warm greetings from Curry Leaf.Thank you for taking the time to review us. We are delighted to hear that you had a great dining experience at the Curry Leaf restaurant.We do appreciate your continued support and look forward to the pleasure of welcoming you back in your future visits.Yours Sincerely,Kapila Mohotti,Food & Beverage Manager,Hilton Colombo

3. Lagoon

117 Sir Chittampalam A Gardiner Mawatha Cinnamon Grand Colombo, Colombo 00100 Sri Lanka Seafood, Asian, Sri Lankan Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Validated Parking, Valet Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service +94 11 2 497371 http://www.cinnamonhotels.com/cinnamongrandcolombo/dining/lagoon.html
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4 based on 1885 reviews

Lagoon

Reviewed By martinmailhot

Upon entering, you are faced with a superb counter of the freshest fish and seafood you can find in Sri Lanka. You decide what you want to eat, how you want it cooked and what sauce and side dishes to accompany: Sri Lankan, Chinese, Continental, Etc. The service is typically Sri-Lankan: attentionate and smiling. Special Thanks to Danuka for making our evening a success, eating on the terrace overlooking lavish greenery and pond.

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2. King of the Mambo

Galle Face Hotel, Colombo Sri Lanka Seafood, International, Grill, Cuban, Latin, Bar Lunch, Dinner, Brunch Reservations, Seating, Validated Parking, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service, Live Music, Waterfront [email protected] +94 11 2 327787 https://www.facebook.com/KingOfTheMamboColombo/
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5 based on 862 reviews

King of the Mambo

A Mediterranean restaurant with a Cuban soul, a place to drink, dine & dance to the beat of the Mambo

Reviewed By 18EC

King of the Mambo has made a name for itself within the ever growing restaurant hub of Colombo. With its sultry Cuban music, sumptuous dishes and location right beside the Indian Ocean, the King of the Mambo simply has everything to offer for a great night out with family and friends. The staff are well trained as well.They also have one of the best ladies'nights in Colombo on a weekly basis with free cocktails for ladies and great deals on selected beverages. There's never a dull moment here, we love the vibe and often drop in for a lively night out.

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1. Robata Grill and Lounge

No. 24 Dharmapala Mawatha Movenpick Hotel Colombo, Colombo 00300 Sri Lanka Japanese, Seafood, Sushi, Asian, Chinese, Thai, Korean Lunch, Dinner Reservations, Seating, Table Service, Serves Alcohol [email protected] +94 11 7 450470 http://www.movenpick.com/en/asia/sri-lanka/colombo/movenpick-hotel-colombo/restaurants/restaurant/robata-grill-and-lounge/
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4 based on 59 reviews

Robata Grill and Lounge

The Robata, introduces seven flavours of Asia including Japanese, Chinese, Malaysian, Indonesian, Singaporean, Korean and Thai. From delicate Cantonese and fiery Sichuan delights to top quality sushi and steaming bowls of rib-sticking ramen, the Robata wi

Reviewed By chamathf2014

It was surprising how quality the food was as compared with the very reasonable prices. The ambiance was so inviting and humble with a romantic touch. The restaurant is located within Movenpick hotel, Colombo which is a prime location. Can definitely recommend.Dear chamathf2014Thank you for your kind words and delighted you enjoyed your overall Robata experience. We look forward to welcoming you back here again.

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