Where to Eat in Wadduwa: The Best Restaurants and Bars

January 30, 2018 Jeremy Dunfee

Visitors are drawn to the golden sand beaches of Wadduwa, on the southwest coast of Sri Lanka. The lush beauty of coconut plantations gives Wadduwa an undiscovered, exotic feel—perfect for someone seeking a tranquil vacation in Sri Lanka.
Things to do in Wadduwa

1. Lavila

102/17 Samanthara Road | Molligoda, Wadduwa 12560, Sri Lanka Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff Seafood, Sri Lankan, Asian, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch +94 38 4 284365
Excellent
70%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
7%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 56 reviews

Lavila

This is the most sophisticated villa situated in the southern coastal area 34 km away from the main city of Colombo. This has 10 A/C rooms with all the necessary facilities including hot & cold water. We also have dynamic staff to provide you the delicious meals & comfortable service.

Reviewed By Richard T

Nice place. We sat outside in the garden. Buildings both sides give the place a cosy and private feel.
Reviews were promising.
Prompt and attentive service, a good start.
First gripe from my teenager - fresh orange juice was more like strong orange squash. So we ordered a lime juice, mixed the 2 and all okay.
Food came quickly, nice surprise there as we have had to wait at other restaurants.
One lobster- over cooked!
One medium prawns - over cooked!!
If you major in seafood you must know how to cook it, surely.
Devilled prawns and shark stake - no complaints.
Not the meal we had hoped for having read other recent reviews. A shame.

2. Paradise Restaurant and Massage Centre

No. 287 | Maha Waskaduwa, Kalutara, Sri Lanka Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff Sri Lankan, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner +94 34 4 937822
Excellent
66%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
0%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 45 reviews

Paradise Restaurant and Massage Centre

Reviewed By Angelp2125

We visited this restaurant on the advice of our tour guide Reshni and quickly made it our local visiting it daily, the staff we all always friendly and I now consider them my friends, they made us so welcome and nothing was too much trouble they made us some wonderful local seafood dishes and when the spice got too much for me Aunty even made me a cheese toasty (not many places would). This place is right on the beach and the view was just awesome the sunsets were perfect. It truly was paradise.

3. Janirest

36/15 Sanath Perera Mw, Thalpitiya South, Wadduwa | On the Beach, Wadduwa 12560, Sri Lanka Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol, Takeout Seafood, Sri Lankan, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Late Night +94 77 764 3655
Excellent
74%
Good
16%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 129 reviews

Janirest

Reviewed By lovemanger - Asia

Prawns were nice but lobsters were nothing but average. The shame was they're sprinkled with tomato ketchup-like sauce. This way, you can't feel real taste of lobsters. They were slightly overcooked for my taste. If you go there expecting much, you'll be disappointed. The place is not bad but too much overrated. I just weigh in to counterbalance the ratings here to put back in a bit of reality.

4. Fresh Lobsters Restaurant

No. 166 St. Sabestian Road | Katukurunda, Kalutara 12000, Sri Lanka Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Serves Alcohol Seafood, Asian, Sri Lankan, Grill, Vegetarian Friendly Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night +94 77 406 3883
Excellent
80%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 241 reviews

Fresh Lobsters Restaurant

Reviewed By Lauren W

Firstly this restaurant is no longer on the beach but is well signposted from the old location on the right not far from the Avani hotel. Apparently, the original restaurant was burnt down, which is a real shame as the beach/sunset location would really of made the overall experience idealistic. The restaurant environment is lit with bright lights and lacks an intimate feel, however, that said- the food is very good! We had a chicken curry and there was bowl upon bowl of accompaniments. The owner phillipe entertained us with his card tricks and was keen to show us photos of his previous restaurant.

5. Jani Beach rest

Sanath Perera Mawatha, Wadduwa 12560, Sri Lanka Seating, Reservations Seafood, Vegetarian Friendly Dinner, Lunch
Excellent
70%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
3%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 32 reviews

Jani Beach rest

Reviewed By michering - Cork, Ireland

A nice spot, to chillax whilst looking at the Indian Ocean and enjoying a simple meal. Jani was a convivial host and very helpful indeed and the food was fine.

6. Seashells Restaurant

Seashells Restaurant,De Abrew Road | Maha Waskaduwa, Kalutara 12000, Sri Lanka Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi Seafood, Asian, Sri Lankan, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night, Drinks +94 77 119 4250
Excellent
49%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
5%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 175 reviews

Seashells Restaurant

Situated in Western province in Sri Lanka’s boasting of breath taking panoramas of beach side, we offer unforgettable meal with indulgent all-inclusive benefits, featuring gourmet dining and enriching daily activities. We guarantee, your stay with us would not simply be an enjoyable visit, but an experience to be savored for life. Seashells Restaurant is a hidden gem on the Emerald isle of Sri Lanka. Located just 10 min tangerine hotel .

Reviewed By lauramayjohnson - Southampton, Hampshire

We had the lobster. Actually we had three lobsters each. The rice and noodles were lovely. They brought me a spicy side dish which was heaven. They were attentive and friendly. The setting is great as you are up one floor watching all the activity in the street below. Definitely recommended.

7. Ocean Ripples Resort

No 8 Samanthara Road, Wadduwa 12560, Sri Lanka Chinese, Seafood, Asian, Sri Lankan Lunch +(94)94776540914
Excellent
40%
Good
50%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
10%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 10 reviews

Ocean Ripples Resort

Reviewed By Harshini G

Spend a day at "Ocean Ripples Resort" and the stay was quite fabulous.
The owners and the staff is very friendly and attentive. The food was tasty. Also, the maintenance of the villas are great.
The surrounding is very quite and ideal to spend a vacation in a hideout away from city life. Walking distance to beach and the Wadduwa city. The place is best for stay over a night.
But also recommend for group of people for a hangout or a spend the day.
Happy stay at Ocean Ripples Resort!!

8. The Nautilus

The Blue Water, Thalpitiya, Wadduwa, Sri Lanka, Wadduwa 12560, Sri Lanka Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol Seafood, International, Asian, Fusion, Sri Lankan Dinner +94 38 2 235067
Excellent
73%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 51 reviews

The Nautilus

Reviewed By Dexter1189 - Muscat, Oman

Greet food. clean, variety and very helpful staffs. I have tried many of the food from the restaurant it was really nice and they keep changing the food every day where you will never get bored

9. The Seven Seas

The Blue Water Hotel | Thalpitiya, Wadduwa 12560, Sri Lanka Seafood, International, Asian, Sri Lankan +94 38 2 235067
Excellent
60%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
20%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 5 reviews

The Seven Seas

"The Seven seas " at The Blue Water.24 Hours Coffee shop / A la cart Restaurant.

Reviewed By Andy R - Manchester, United Kingdom


This review is based on a married couple in their 50's without children. We stayed at The Blue Water Hotel between 9/12/16 and 22/12/16, we dined here numerous times during our stay. The dining area is situated in a open sided hallway just by the main reception, ideal if your preference is to eat outside of the air conditioned dining areas as ours is.
The food here is magnificent, my wife and I dined here many times during our stay and sampled a few delicacies on the menu. The staff are attentive and courteous, tending to your every need. The food is to die for and very reasonably priced. We will definitely be dining here during our next visit to Sri Lanka.

10. Summer Breeze, Coastal Cuisine

78 Samanthara Road | Wadduwa, Located on the Beach at Reef Villa and Spa, Wadduwa 12560, Sri Lanka Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Validated Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible Sri Lankan, Seafood, Asian, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options Dinner, Brunch, Drinks, Breakfast, Lunch HK$47 - HK$275 +94 38 2 284442
Excellent
91%
Good
9%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 41 reviews

Summer Breeze, Coastal Cuisine

Reviewed By little_lux_loves - London

Exquisite food and service in tasteful and beautifully crafted setting. Best seafood curry we have had in Sri Lanka! Also tried the baked crab which was excellent.

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