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

March 27, 2020 Flossie Demartino

Reviews on Seafood food in Trincomalee, Eastern Province, Sri Lanka. Trincomalee (English: /ˌtrɪŋkoʊməˈliː/; Tamil: திருகோணமலை Tirukōṇamalai; Sinhalese: ත්‍රිකුණාමළය Trikuṇāmalaya) also known as Gokanna, is the administrative headquarters of the Trincomalee District and major resort port city of Eastern Province, Sri Lanka. Located on the east coast of the island overlooking the Trincomalee Harbour, 113 miles south of Jaffna and 69 miles north of Batticaloa, Trincomalee has been one of the main centres of Sri Lankan Tamil language speaking culture on the island for over two millennia. With a population of 99,135, the city is built on a peninsula of the same name, which divides its inner and outer harbours. People from Trincomalee are known as Trincomalians and the local authority is Trincomalee Urban Council. Trincomalee city is home to the famous Koneswaram temple alluded to in its historic Tamil name Thirukonamalai and is home to other historical monuments such as the Bhadrakali Amman Temple, Trincomalee, the Trincomalee Hindu Cultural Hall and, opened in 1897, the Trincomalee Hindu College. Trincomalee is also the site of the Trincomalee railway station and an ancient ferry service to Jaffna and the south side of the harbour at Muttur.
Things to do in Trincomalee

10. Summer Sea Food Restaurant

No 20 Lodes Park Road Ales Garden, Trincomalee 31000 Sri Lanka Seafood, Asian, Sri Lankan, Grill Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night, Drinks Outdoor Seating, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi, Table Service, Reservations, Seating, Television [email protected] +94 71 616 1821 http://www.facebook.com/Summer-Seafood-Restaurant-489022418294261/
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5 based on 98 reviews

Summer Sea Food Restaurant

Our Summer Sea Food Restaurant is located near the uppuveli beach. One of the best seafood restaurant for cocktails, coffee, Cooking classes, and specially rice & curries, Grill BBQ . we have enough place to have 70 people and we serve Breakfast Lunch & D

Reviewed By V4978SSglens

We ate here a couple of times, fresh seafood prawns & fish, also had breakfast a few times eating Sri Lankan & Western varieties, nicely decorated tables & chairs with hand painted murals.The staff also organised a Birthday bash for me. Thanks to all Vino,Remo,Mark,Suda.Thanks for your great review Mr.Glen...Vinoth...

9. Eastern Lanka Restaurant

233 Puliyankulam, Nilaveli Road, Alas Garden, Trincomalee 31000 Sri Lanka Asian, Sri Lankan, Seafood Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch Takeout, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Table Service, Reservations [email protected] +94 75 549 8001 http://www.facbook.com/easternlankarestaurant
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5 based on 104 reviews

Eastern Lanka Restaurant

Eastern Lanka Restaurant is a family-run business. We have very good experiences and knowlage about this field. We offer fresh Sea food, Sri Lankan food, Indian food, Asian food, Chinese and Western food for our customers. We make breakfast, lunch and din

Reviewed By klif4dj

I went to trincomalee with my family.we order grill Jambo prawns, mixseafood plate, seafood kotthu and fresh juice.very very delicious and fresh. I recamant this place.

8. Nina Restaurant

35 Alesgarden , Main street, Trincomalee 31000 Sri Lanka Seafood, Asian, Sri Lankan Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night, Drinks Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Table Service, Reservations, Buffet, Free Off-Street Parking [email protected] +94 76 808 6124 https://www.facebook.com/NINA-Restaurant-Trincomalee-867957070076314/
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4 based on 321 reviews

Nina Restaurant

Our Restaurant NINA is Located in middle of Alesgarden Area, Trincomalee. And serveing Homemade Tripical and many western food for every turist. we have enough place to have 60 people and we serve Breakfast Lunch Dinner.

Reviewed By Edyta B

There are two Nina’s restaurants there, both serving the same dishes. We mainly went for the one of the main Nilaveli Street. Breakfast options are great. Highly recommend dosa and roti. Portions are big, one is enough to share between 2. Seafood options are extremely tasty too. Must visit. And they have a nicest staff there.

7. Rice 'n' Curry

Sarvodaya Road Alles Garden, Uppuveli, Trincomalee 31000 Sri Lanka Seafood, Asian, Italian, Bar, Grill, Pub Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night, Drinks Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Free Wifi, Table Service [email protected] +94 77 823 7960 http://www.facebook.com/pg/ricencurrytrincomalee
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4 based on 731 reviews

Rice 'n' Curry

Curry Babe! Special Sri Lankan Food And Fresh Seafood.come And Enjoy The Good Times .all Fresh Vegitable Buffet And Much More To Enjoy.gluten Free Vegan Options Too.!

Reviewed By Prageeth S

Went with friends to this place looking for some nice curry..was so delicious and many different curries also..vegetarian as well..had a grilled lagoon crab was so tasty..prices good as well t..Not spicy at all if you don't want but can get some spicy items as well.great place..will go back again

6. Restaurant Tuna

Beach Road, Alas Garden, Uppuveli, Trincomalee, Trincomalee 31006 Sri Lanka Seafood, Asian, Sri Lankan Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Cash Only, Free Wifi, Table Service [email protected] +94 76 861 5253
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4 based on 648 reviews

Restaurant Tuna

Restaurant Tuna is located near the uppuveli beach. We dedicate sea foods, Sri lankan foods especially rice & curries, BBQ, fresh fruit juice, delicious desserts etc. Sea sand garden with big trees feel you relax. Candle light dinner with relaxation music

Reviewed By 575robj

Food, hospitality and atmosphere make this a place to visit. Also have own generator for when the power cuts off

5. Rea Beach Restaurant

31 AllesgardenUppuvelli, Trincomalee 31000 Sri Lanka Seafood, Asian, Sri Lankan Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Table Service, Reservations, Free Wifi, Beach [email protected] +94 75 758 2522 https://rea-beach-restaurant.business.site/
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5 based on 181 reviews

Rea Beach Restaurant

We are the very famous Sea Food Meals in Trincomalee, Always we are cooking fresh sea foods. Special Cooking Sri Lanka Rice & Curry, Sri Lanka Style Crab Hot & Milk Curry with chill Beer

Reviewed By emily_magic

Authentic curry and rice - one of the best we had so far! Also had grilled tuna which was very fresh and grilled to perfection.Staff were really friendly and always making sure everything was going well. Had a mango Lassi which was DELICIOUS. Another good thing was they were playing nice music, and not horrible house/trance like so many other places, so the ambience was really nice! :)Would totally recommend!!

4. Gomesz's Pasta Hut

01 Varothaya Nagar, Alles Garden, Nilaveli Road., Trincomalee 31000 Sri Lanka Italian, Seafood, European, Sri Lankan Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Free Wifi, Table Service, Reservations, Seating +94 77 722 3231
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5 based on 276 reviews

Gomesz's Pasta Hut

Reviewed By achoix

We came here early and even though it wasn’t yet open the owner let us in and let us sit down in the shade to cool off inside with the fan.We ordered pizza, garlic bread, spaghetti carbonara and spaghetti bolognese. In a previous review a comment was made about how the pizza looked and tasted like frozen pizza. I can say that the pizza was not frozen pizza. Be aware these pizzas are not your typical Italian thin crust, Chicago deep dish or New York style pizzas you may be accustomed to. These are Sri Lankan roti based pizzas and still come with tomato sauce, cheese and toppings but will not taste the same or have the same texture as the more western classics. They are delicious nevertheless, but they are certainly different.The carbonara was a little bland and could have used more bacon but the bolognese was excellent.They also make a great roti based garlic bread. Highly recommend trying this. It is NOT on the menu.The owner is very friendly and really wants to make you happy. They do their best and their prices are moderate. One needs to update their expectations but if you are looking for a good pasta place in the area, you will be hard pressed to find a better on than here.Highly recommend.

3. Ubay restaurant

15 Beach Road Upuweli, Trincomalee 31000 Sri Lanka Seafood, Asian, Sri Lankan Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Reservations, Seating, Table Service, Takeout +94 77 713 3920
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5 based on 126 reviews

Ubay restaurant

Reviewed By Steffi324

My boyfriend and I went there two times and we ordered the same dishes twiceThe Chicken Curry was our best and the Chop suey comes with a good sweet & sour sauce. (The chop suey s got a lot of spring onions inside.)The service was both times nice & friendly!

2. Cafe On The 18th

No. 18 Alles garden, Trincomalee, Trincomalee 31000 Sri Lanka Cafe, Seafood, Sri Lankan Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Brunch Television, Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Free Off-Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Cash Only, Table Service [email protected] +94 77 978 8814
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5 based on 650 reviews

Cafe On The 18th

Be it a quick coffee, a family dine-out or those daring for a touch of adventure and craving for delights the ocean has to offer, come on over and hang out. We'd love to spoil you with our deliciously delectable treats.

Reviewed By 11markusn

It's a small cafe which seats maybe 16 - 20 people, run by a cool and dedicated team. The focus is on delicious, organic food spanning a wide variety. We went there twice as every family member loved it. Try the berry bowl or the salads and their sandwiches are delicious as are the fresh drinks, well you will have to try all this out by yourself. Enjoy.

Trincomalee Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Trincomalee

1. Red Lobster John

No 1 Beach Road Alles Garden, Trincomalee 31000 Sri Lanka Seafood, Sri Lankan, International Dinner, Lunch, Brunch, Late Night, Drinks Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Table Service, Private Dining, Parking Available, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Full Bar, Wine and Beer [email protected] +94 77 004 9480 http://redlobstertravel.com/
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4 based on 87 reviews

Red Lobster John

Reviewed By Slade604

We were staying in Nilavelli for two weeks and went back to this restaurant several times due to the fabulous food! The fish was very fresh and cooked to perfection. All credit to the chefs, who really know their food. The whole ambience of Red Lobster was superb, with great music playing and very friendly and welcoming staff! Cant wait to go back next year!

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