Southern Province, Sri Lanka Food Guide: 10 Sri Lankan food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Bentota

July 19, 2020 Velvet Mowry

Reviews on Sri Lankan food in Bentota, Southern Province, Sri Lanka. Coordinates: 6°25′N 80°00′E / 6.42°N 80.00°E / 6.42; 80.00
Things to do in Bentota

10. Trax Garden Restaurant

Pitaramba Hotel Road Opposite The Surf Hotel Bentota, Bentota 80500 Sri Lanka Seafood, Asian, Sri Lankan Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Wine and Beer [email protected] +94 71 484 9069 http://www.traxbentota.com
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4 based on 367 reviews

Trax Garden Restaurant

Located opposite the Surf Hotel and offering affordable and tasty Sri Lankan and international food, our relaxed and open atmosphere is the perfect place to dine with family and friends. Your hosts, Janith and Iresha, look forward to welcoming you to a fi

Reviewed By fayeworrells1976

Loved this place, had the fried calamari and prawn curry at the advice of one of the reviews, absolutely amazing

9. Prem Cafe & Restaurant

117 Galle Street Robolgoda, Bentota 80500 Sri Lanka European, Asian, Sri Lankan, Cafe, Seafood Lunch, Dinner Reservations, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Cash Only, Table Service [email protected] +94 77 623 9251 http://www.facebook.com/premcafe
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4 based on 389 reviews

Prem Cafe & Restaurant

Reviewed By glamadventuress

I loved this place all while I was in Bentota. If you want to have authentic Sri Lankan cuisine then I recommend you to check this place out. It’s a very simple place, nothing fancy yet that traditional charm and tasty food would won you over.

8. Bentota Rock Beach Restaurant

Aturuwella, Bentota 80500 Sri Lanka Seafood, Asian, Sri Lankan Lunch, Dinner, Brunch Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi, Table Service, Beach [email protected] +94 77 431 0605
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4 based on 239 reviews

Bentota Rock Beach Restaurant

Reviewed By 64Kerry2014

We were a group of 8 family and friends that turned up at this cafe on our first night in Bentota. What a wonderful place. The food was yummy and the atmosphere and view of the beach was so tropical and fun. They gave us a bread starter and I am not sure what it was but it was amazing. I had grilled prawns and though not super cheap they were super fresh. The staff were excellent as well.

7. Bamboos Garden Restaurant Bentota

Pitaramba Road, Bentota 80500 Sri Lanka Asian, Sri Lankan, Seafood Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night, Drinks Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Table Service [email protected] +94 77 703 0201
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4 based on 218 reviews

Bamboos Garden Restaurant Bentota

Bamboos Garden restaurant is one that just makes you feel like you're not sure whether you went out or you came home and confuses you. It all comes back to the basics. Serve customers the best-tasting food at a good value in a clean, comfortable restauran

Reviewed By Goodersfamily

My husband and I stopped for a cup of tea non the way back to our hotel. We were given complimentary local cakes and when we asked for the bill, the owner wouldn’t let us pay for anything. He said ‘there is too much tea in Sri Lanka, you don’t need to pay’. We said we would come back for dinner with our friends. We went the next night and weren’t disappointed.We were given a complimentary appetiser and had devilled prawns, prawn curry, four curries, and fish fingers( goujons not birds eye!). Everyone enjoyed their meal. The waiters were all lovely and friendly and chatty, we had a good laugh with them. The food did take a while to arrive, but we didn’t mind as we were enjoying our drinks. I think they obviously have a small kitchen and it shows that everything is cooked fresh.The food is very good value and it was the cheapest meal we had had in Sri Lanka. Definitely worth a visit if you are staying in the area for a few days.

6. Happy Garden Restaurant

Opposite the surf hotel, Bentota 80500 Sri Lanka Asian, Sri Lankan Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Table Service +94 77 704 7689
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4 based on 340 reviews

Happy Garden Restaurant

Reviewed By TheScout

The place is family owned and run. We asked to try the vegan mixed Sri Lankan dishes - all very cooked to order and great. I also had the fish curry - this was ok, but not marvelous.My wife is Sri Lankan and a good cook - the dishes here we both thought were good.

5. Rana Seafood Restaurant

Pitaramba, Bentota 12500 Sri Lanka Chinese, Southwestern, Seafood, Asian, Sri Lankan Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Street Parking, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Cash Only, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music [email protected] +94 77 600 9250 http://www.ranaseafoodrestaurant.com
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4 based on 541 reviews

Rana Seafood Restaurant

Reviewed By SGooner

This place is the highlight of my 9 days at Taj Bentota. All the staff was so friendly and they even went above and beyond to make drumstick leave sandwich for me as I tested their service.I met Rana in person and he is so humble and helped out with anything we needed. It was such a great atmosphere and food was better than 5 star restaurants and resorts in this area. I hope to be in touch with these guys and they really gave us a very memorable time in Bentota. Thank you Nila Rana and rest of the team.

4. DiyaSisila Restaurant

Elpitiya Road Bentota - Adaganthota, Bentota 50800 Sri Lanka Seafood, Sri Lankan Lunch, Dinner, Drinks Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, BYOB [email protected] +94 77 740 2138 http://www.diyasisila.com
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4 based on 740 reviews

DiyaSisila Restaurant

Romantic and clean place on Deduwa lake .from the beach we are 2,5 km . We have the best seefood dish .and seefood .our Manu evry limited option. One day you try .next day you will come Again. We do have pary to cros the lacke.with lunch or dinner . (max.

Reviewed By Francesco S

Ok - so this restaurant was the main reason why I created my Tripadvisor account in the first place. Yes, it's true, this review is slightly overdue (just by an year or so ), however my memories are still very vivid of what was an epic night! My partner and I arrived to this restaurant via tuc tuc in a secluded area of Bentota. The staff greeted us with a warm welcoming smile, like most Srilankans we met during our trip. They sat us down in what I think was the best table in the house: a small raft moored to land in the middle of a lake. The place was surreal, at night everything became pitch dark but with the help of candles and the right lighting the ambience was great. I ate one of the best lobsters in my life (and with all modesty I have a decent track record when it comes to eating lobster!). We were both extremely pleased by the evening and if things haven’t changed since then this restaurant is definitely 5 star!Thanks your mail. Francisco . We like to see you. Again sri lanka. . And we wish you may godbleass to you and your family . Nandana . Diyasisila .

3. Vintage Restaurant

Sri Dharmavijayarama Road, Pitaramba, Bentota 80500 Sri Lanka Seafood, European, Asian, Sri Lankan Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Parking Available, Free Wifi [email protected] +94 77 599 1110
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4 based on 329 reviews

Vintage Restaurant

Vintage Restaurant & Bar a sea food fine dining experience that can probably satisfy the biggest food pedant.The restaurant serves a delectable selection of seafood. All of it sourced from local fishermen.

Reviewed By bentotaayurveda

We We went to this restaurant for dinner.very friendship welcomeing and nice location.clean and There was a lot of scent.It was very mind-boggling to eat dinner.Special Owner Battu brilliantly organization all things.staff also very friendly and quick service.who need join with a delicious dinner.Select Vintage Restaurant.This is Owner Contact number also +94776599109 You can make a call and reserve your time..Thank you all service.Good luck.

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

2. Pier 88 Nebula Restaurant

No. 88 Welipenna Road River Entrance, Benthota River. Bentota, Aluthgama 12080 Sri Lanka European, Asian, Grill, Sri Lankan Brunch, Drinks, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Cash Only, Free Wifi, Reservations, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs [email protected] +94 34 2 270055 http://pier88.lk/
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4 based on 680 reviews

Pier 88 Nebula Restaurant

The Nebula Pier 88 Restaurant is located on the Bentota River next to the Nebula Supermarket in Aluthgama. The Restaurant specialises in sea food and asian cuisine and has a fantastic view. *** Tax free Restaurant

Reviewed By eddymaya

My lovely wife and I popped into Pier 88's coffee shop to escape the rain one afternoon. It's separate from the main bar/restaurant area in a nice air conditioned room with plenty of comfy seating. As ever in Sri Lanka, decent espresso coffee comes with a hefty price tag. My large cappacino cost 480 rupees but it was pretty good. My wife had a chocolate & banana shake for 500 rupees and we shared a slice of chocolate fudge cake for another 500 rupees bringing the total bill to 1480 rupees. You can easily get a meal for two for less but if you fancy treating yourself then this is a good choice as everything is high quality and the ambiance very pleasant.Dear Eddy,So glad to hear you enjoyed your coffee and cake at Cafe88 Aluthgama. Thanks for checking us out and taking the time to share.Hope to see you again,if you are ever back in town .Many greetings from Cafe 88 Team.

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1. Jungle Beach Restaurant & Watersport Ahungalla

Waturagama, Ahungalla Beach, Ahungalla 80562 Sri Lanka Seafood, Sri Lankan, International, Asian Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks Delivery, Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Cash Only, Free Wifi, Reservations, Seating, Street Parking, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Table Service, Beach [email protected] +94 77 595 9406 http://www.junglebeachahungalla.com
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4 based on 231 reviews

Jungle Beach Restaurant & Watersport Ahungalla

Reviewed By ozzie504

Booked for dinner after many phone calls not being answered. Had the special garlic prawns which were tiny and tasted like they had been cooked in marmite served with a slice of white toast?!? Then ordered Thai chicken curry which my friend said was tasty. My tuna was so tough I sent it back. Told I would have a new one in 2 mins. After 15 mins when friend had finished eating and the table was cleared I went to find out where mine was. It arrived several minutes later stone cold. Sent it back and didn’t pay for it. This place should not be no1. Try sunshine instead and see my review Would not recommend jungleDear valued guest, thank you for taking time to review Jungle Beach Ahungalla. We are sorry that you had this experience at our restaurant. As you can see in our menu the Sweet & Spicy Prawns are a starter, so they are not big sized and that they are served with toast. We are having very clear rules that our service should sell tuna steaks only when they are very fresh, so that they don't get tough. This was definitely our mistake and the management has taken action already. This should not happen anymore. Also it is not possible for our kitchen to prepare a new tuna steak in 2 minutes. Also there for we have taken action and excuse the wrong information of our service staff. He should have offered you a sear fish steak as an alternative.So it would be great to see you once again. You would definitely revisit your review. Thank you and have a nice day!

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