Where to and What to Eat in Colombo

Colombo it is highly debatable that how the name came into being but majority says it’s the distorted form of Kolam. The city acts as a magnificent metropolis of Sri Lanka and is known for its notable and worth seeing sites that are visited by a crowd of tourists each year who take cheap flights to Colombo to explore the allurements and pleasures. Ranging from Mount Lavinia’s beaches and Gangaramaya Temple to the Dehiwala Zoo, there are plenty of other attractive options that await you. You will be enthralled to view the blend of antiquated colonial era with the unique modernity of current time in the form of its parks, buildings and temples. Besides, there are many dinning and eatery options you will love to spend time at.

Crescat Boulevard is one of the best and greatest shopping areas of Colombo that houses a food mall and is situated on Galle road. Deli France also mange a branch over here and you are provided with all type of cuisines, the famous one being the Western, Indian and Chinese fast foods. The main specialty of it is the traditional Sri Lankan meal which is mouth watering and extremely delicious. The area also contains entertaining and fun options for the children in the form of Play courts and arcade style spaces.

Undoubtedly, you will love to spend money here even if the food is little more expensive. Wondering for delicious sushi of the city? Nihonbashi is the best choice for you that is situated in 11 Galle Face Terrace. Known to be the producer of best Japanese food of the town, it is frequented by heaps of people on daily basis so the best thing is to book a table. The place is enchanting and besides sushi, the hotel also features a variety of many other cuisines. The waiters and staff members are really helping and suggest you the eating option. The food is not that much cheap but vey fresh and palate- stimulating so the overall experience worth the cost.

You just can’t leave this beautiful city without entering the Cricket Club which is situated on Queens Road in Bambalapittiya. It is owned by 2 Australians Gaby and Jamie who have made it as a cricket memorabilia- an excellent place to meet wealthy Sri Lankans and expats. Its bar contains a large TV screen that shows all kind of sports, providing ultimate fun and entertainment to its beloved guests. The restaurant is peaceful and calm and there is a beer garden gracing the front- considered to be the most tranquil and relaxation-offering area of the town but expansive.

Apart from it there are many other options of food in food courts that are scattered throughout the city and serve all kind of meals for all the categories of travelers. The well-known ones are the Food Mall in Union Place, the Majestic City Food Court and the Excel World at Millennium Park. So just don’t miss the chance to stimulate your taste buds with such a delicious variety of food, once you are there in Colombo.