Arugam Bay
This classy hotel restaurant features a menu that changes daily and lots of fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Staff are professional and welcoming. Many…
Must-see restaurants in The East
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Arugam Bay
The rooms at this inn are a little too close to the road, but the courtyard dining area is in back. It's all open air, with tables and lounging areas. The…
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The East
An example of why the Sarvodaya Rd strip is becoming one of the most interesting eating neighbourhoods on the east coast. This restaurant is a two-level…
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The East
Coconut Beach is the best place in town for Sri Lankan–style home cooking. Rice and curry, grilled seer fish and giant prawns, plus vegie delights, are…
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Trincomalee
Central Trinco's most polished restaurant is in a historic building that combines dramatic architectural features – check out those exposed stone arches –…
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The East
A wonderful setting for a meal, this stylish hotel restaurant is perfect for a lazy dinner near the surf. You'll find a wide selection of dishes, with…
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Arugam Bay
For a memorable meal, this superb beachfront hotel restaurant is just the ticket, with expertly executed European and Asian dishes, wine by the bottle …
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The East
This driftwood-vibe, boho joint is the centre of life in Whiskey Point. It has cushioned seating around its huge wooden deck, good food, beds on the beach…
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Arugam Bay
This cafe is next to the spot where the fish are first hauled out of nets or off boats and loaded onto buffalo-drawn carts. But some stay right here, so…
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Arugam Bay
Relax amid lush gardens on the broad outdoor deck lounge, with low-slung cushions, throw pillows, and candles and lanterns. Good food, too, including…
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Trincomalee
Excellent rice and curry. The refills seem to never end, portions are enormous and the vibe is friendly.
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Arugam Bay
Samanthi’s, at Freedom Beach Cabanas, is run by a family of cheerful women. Order ahead for rice and curry (around Rs 350); other dishes are the standard…
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The East
You can't get more rustic than this totally open-air bamboo hut next to a lotus pond. Each night it displays a huge range of fresh fish, which you choose…
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The East
In the heart of town at the main circle, the Pavilion has a sit-down restaurant area where you can order the usual standards off a Sri Lankan menu or opt…
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Anna Pooram Vegetarian Restaurant
Trincomalee
Bustling vegie eatery excelling in Tamil dishes, it's always packed at lunchtime (easy, given its small size). Famous for its sambar (soupy lentil dish…
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The East
The beachside restaurant of Golden Beach Cottage has just a touch of refinement to bring some style to its dinners. There's always fresh fish, which is…
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The East
A good bet for a lunchtime rice and curry, kotthu in the evening or quick eats (deep-fried snacks and other small bites) for the times in between. There…
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Arugam Bay
For a good local meal, this small place pumps out all the usual faves including string hoppers, rice and curry, kotthu (rotti chopped up and mixed with…
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The East
Authentic Italian food, including fine pasta and seafood; the menu changes daily, but always includes a special or two. Enjoying a good reputation, this…
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Trincomalee
Head up the stairs to this tidy place that offers reliably good noodles, rice, kotthu, soup and ‘devilled’ dishes. Try the special fried rice with chicken…
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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,…
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The East
The reliable local chain has a good-sized outlet near the bus terminal. Stock up on Western foods and groceries.
