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

September 7, 2017 Layne Dawes

Discover the best restaurant in Matara, Sri Lanka including Dewmini Roti Shop, Dimali Inn, Our World Wi Fi Cafe, Plantation Surf inn's Restaurant, AVM Cream House, Shirani Home Made Rice & Curry, Barista - Mirissa, Palm Villa, Meewitha Cool Spot, Fish Point Weligama
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1. Dewmini Roti Shop

Udupila Road | Footpath to the Beach, Mirissa 81740, Sri Lanka Outdoor Seating, Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Seating, Waitstaff Sri Lankan, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch HK$24 +94 71 516 2604
Excellent
70%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 2 reviews

Dewmini Roti Shop

Dear Guests, please not that we are closed on Poya Days (full moon days).

Reviewed By travelfoodlovelife - London, United Kingdom

We stayed at Peacock Villa just up the road (also highly recommend) and the staff recommended this place. We checked out on TripAdvisor and saw amazing ratings.
The food was so tasty - and incredibly cheap. We ordered chicken, egg and veggie kottu, a bottle of water, and a banoffee roti with ice cream. All of it was delicious but we loved the dessert so much.
We were lucky to not have to wait for a table, but the restaurant was full for the duration.
It seems like a traditional restaurant which has become popular for tourists. Despite this it has retained its local charm.
Altogether our meal cost less than £5 (1,000 rupees) - crazy cheap!

2. Dimali Inn

138/1 Galle Road, Mirissa 81740, Sri Lanka Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff Asian, Sri Lankan, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options Lunch, Dinner, Late Night +94 71 818 5482
Excellent
74%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
4%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 298 reviews

Dimali Inn

Reviewed By SileneinSing - Singapore, Singapore

Family run with intimate surroundings. The cook Dimmi lived in Singapore for 4 years working as a nurse in Bishan. She was ecstatic to learn I was from Singapore. Her daughter’s name is Dimali which is the restaurant’s name. When you first walk in, it seems like you are entering someone’s home, the family is gathered, laughing and talking welcoming you into their home. I sat facing the kitchen so you can actually see the women / Dimmi cook. I ordered the mee goreng with prawns which was generously portioned, bits of tomato, garlic and prawn including the shells. The mee goreng has Dimmi’s Sri Lankan twist on it. Juices have bottled water blended fruit. I find Sri Lanka expensive for what you get.

3. Our World Wi Fi Cafe

150 Km Post, Merinchigoda, Galle Road, Mirissa 81740, Sri Lanka Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Street Parking, Free Wifi, Buffet Cafe, Asian, Sri Lankan, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Breakfast, Brunch HK$78 +94 71 768 5034
Excellent
57%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
6%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 532 reviews

Our World Wi Fi Cafe

We are offering a food for visitors coming to Sri Lanka with tight budget. we offer rice, noodles, kottu, chips, various kind of rottis, many kind of juice, ( sour sap , jack fruit juice, golden apple, wood apple , avacardo, plinepple, banana , mango, papaya, etc for 200 rupees , 500 ml glass) shakes. lassys, pankakes veg salad and fruit salads and many more we have a vegitarian buffet start from 12.00 pm onwards mainly s rilankn veg curries such as dhall, pumpking mixed vegitabals, sweet -pinepple curry, luffa , ash plantan chips, brinjall, sweet poteto( three of that) and veg salad with tomato and cucucumber, papadam (chrisphy chips ) and rice only 450 rupees

Reviewed By esalagean - Zürich

I won’t call it a secret spot but it is certainly not a flashy one, and that’s good news.
Delicious natural juices (also less obvious ones like guava) and cafe dishes sold at very fair prices.
Very gentle and helpful people are working hard in this café, it was a pleasure to come back every day!

4. Plantation Surf inn's Restaurant

87 Miles Post , Gahalahena | Midigama East, Midigama, Matara 80650, Sri Lanka Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi, Reservations, Waitstaff, Wine and Beer Sri Lankan, Chinese, Cafe, Seafood, Barbecue, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options Breakfast, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks, Lunch HK$16 - HK$118 +94 77 643 8912
Excellent
88%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 82 reviews

Plantation Surf inn's Restaurant

AYUBOWAN!!!!<br><br>Plantation Surf Inn is a guesthouse we offer accommodation and a delicious restaurant and cafe in Midigama,Southern Sri Lanka. It&apos;s Away from the noise of the road, but still close enough to the white sand Beaches and waves.<br><br> It is possible to surf, snorkel, dive, and fish right in front of the guesthouse so if you&apos;re looking for Surfing accommodation and food in Sri Lanka we think you&apos;ll be delighted with our tropical set up. The guest house is run by our friendly family with an attached restaurant who&apos;s chef has 24 years experience in a 5 star restaurant in Colombo(father).<br><br>Also mother is making local cuisine (CURRY AND RICE) and cooking lesson even coconut roties with sweet coconut , sweet or savory including fish, chicken or prawn .<br><br> pancakes (sweet and savory).since this year we are making Sri lankan special kottu and samosa as you need(SPICY or less)<br><br>OTHER THINGS TO NOTE ;<br><br>seafood , Chinese , chicken or prawns , fish , vegetable HOME MADE BURGERS and bun<br><br>for breakfast we are preparing string hoppers and pittu and more<br>with local curries <br><br>GRILLED AND FRIED <br>WITH SPECIAL PLANTATION HOME MADE SAUCE<br><br>SANDWICHES AND SOUPS<br><br>DESERTS <br><br>COFFEE (Italian and lavazza) and ice tea<br><br>mocktails and frappels WITH more hot/ cold beverages<br><br><br><br>Have a look around the site, if you would like to book a room and food , get in touch now!if you wanna book dinner reservation please contact us before 4.30 pm and reserve it. but if you wanna come without notice we accept then you will have to wait little time defend on dinner groups<br><br>when you book early easy to manage space and any meals(specially sea foods)<br><br><br>LOOKING FORWARD TO MEETING YOU !!<br>CHEERS

Reviewed By wokwok - Bristol, United Kingdom

Having stayed next door to plantations I had breakfast and dinner here pretty much every day. The Standard Breakfast choices are delicious especially the porridge which fills you up after an early morning surf. Dinner is also really good you can order from a wide menu or for 500rp have a set dinner (order before 4pm) at the long table with the rest of the guests. This was always a great option, good food (especially the rice & curry) and very sociable with lots of friendly people so ideal when travelling alone.
The food and drinks are really good quality but the best thing about plantations is the staff. Everyone is so friendly and helpful and will go above and beyond to make sure you are looked after. Would thoroughly recommend. Thanks for a great stay Chattu & Family

5. AVM Cream House

Sea Road, Weligama, Matara 81700, Sri Lanka Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff Cafe, Asian, Sri Lankan, Vegan Options, Vegetarian Friendly Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch, Drinks +94 41 4 904546
Excellent
64%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
0%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 139 reviews

AVM Cream House

Reviewed By profjoypc - Alnwick, United Kingdom

We have been visiting this cafe on a very regular basis for many years and have just returned after several months away to find that the Seating area has moved from downstairs to upstairs whilst renovations are taking place below. Because of this, the space is cramped at present and you may find it difficult to get a table (we did!). It is an extremely popular place with locals and tourists and serves an incredible range of fresh fruit and vegetable juices as well as some main meals. Service can be very slow so don't go if you are in a hurry. We look forward to returning when the refurbishment is completed and there is hopefully more space.

6. Shirani Home Made Rice & Curry

36 Kadabedda Gama, Weligama, Matara 81700, Sri Lanka Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff Sri Lankan, Asian, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Brunch +94 77 920 6951
Excellent
85%
Good
9%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 97 reviews

Shirani Home Made Rice & Curry

Reviewed By Maanisurf - Frankfurt (Oder), Germany

The restaurant is set outside the owner house in village. We went there with other friends. There was not much choice other than rice and curry. All the food was cold. 5 small shrimp with rice curry (900lkr). curry was reheated. Very bad foods experience in Weligama. People who know srilankan curries and real taste in srilankan cuisine.
Its not your place.

7. Barista - Mirissa

Galle Road, Mirissa 81740, Sri Lanka Delivery, Reservations, Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi Cafe, Vegetarian Friendly Breakfast, Brunch +94 41 3 021303
Excellent
56%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
5%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 153 reviews

Barista - Mirissa

Welcome to Barista Lavazza! A brand perfected by over a century of experience and dedication to serve Sri Lanka with the finest brew of authentic Italian coffee culture. Ever since we launched our first outlet in Colombo in September 2002, our team has tirelessly worked to create a space away from the pressures of home and work, a comfortable ambience to relax and unwind over the fragrant aroma of a finely brewed cup of coffee. Over the past few years our growing numbers of patrons have helped make Barista Lavazza the most popular international coffee chain in Sri Lanka with thirteen espresso bars Island wide and a host of new initiatives underway. We believe that great coffee should be accompanied by nothing but the best available service, which is why our dedicated, professional team of brew masters will do everything possible to make your experience better. This is also reflected in our conveniently located espresso bars, which are designed to reflect the warmth and character of traditional Italian coffee houses, whilst also offering facilities such as wireless access and games.

Reviewed By Hildegard L

Our Tuk-tuck driver took us to this place when we asked for good coffee, and we were so happy we found this place! Their smoked chicken Sandwich is the best I’ve had in a long time, and their selection of coffee and juices are great. I would have taken a picture of the Sandwich, but I couldn’t put it down:) we will definitely come back here!

8. Palm Villa

Matara Road, Mirissa 81740, Sri Lanka Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol Seafood, Sri Lankan, Asian, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch +94 41 2 250022
Excellent
63%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 96 reviews

Palm Villa

Reviewed By LadyParker123 - East Linton, United Kingdom

Lovely views over the sea! Sadly our meal was not up to very much. The service was slow and we very nearly got up and left. When the food arrived it was not that good.

9. Meewitha Cool Spot

486 Matara Road | Pelana, Weligama, Matara 81700, Sri Lanka Delivery, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi, Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Buffet, Seating, Waitstaff, Free Off-Street Parking, Wine and Beer Chinese, Seafood, Sri Lankan, Gluten Free Options, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options Lunch, Dinner, Drinks, Breakfast, Brunch +94 77 910 5039
Excellent
78%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 340 reviews

Meewitha Cool Spot

Really home made foods. Vegetarian currys, fish currys, chicken currys, prawn currys, cuttle fish currys, milk currys, hot spycy currys, medium spycy currys, No spycy currys (pure coconut milk and true spices with preparing). Noodles, fried rice, kottu, Soup, devilled, fried potatoes, Fresh seafoods, fresh fruit juices, Hot pancakes, Western and traditional breakfast, Dessert and hot beverages.

Reviewed By Arto K

I can agree with all of the positive reviews over here. Brilliant cooking lesson with exquisite tasting food.
Please note that it’s on the second level from the street. And sort of behind of the Thaprobal Pavillion Hotel. Alongside the road from Unawatuna beach towards the Jungle Beach.
However, I feel a bit sad since these people would need help to increase their business. Best to contact them in advance via their FB page if going there only to eat lunch/dinner. I highly recommend the cooking lesson!
I wish all the best to the 2 lovely ladies running the place.

10. Fish Point Weligama

Galle Road, Weligama, Matara 81700, Sri Lanka Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available Seafood, Barbecue, Asian, Sri Lankan, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner +94 77 370 3838
Excellent
72%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 211 reviews

Fish Point Weligama

Reviewed By Jan v - Weligama, Sri Lanka

Now open for lunches as well. Gave us the opportunity to taste the lagoon prawns, barracuda and snappers. Fresh prepared what you choose from the desk.
Unbelievable what they do in that small kitchen. Enjoy with your feet in the sand.
Bring your own alcoholic drinks.

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