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Posted On: 10 March 2022 04:00 pm
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Sri Lankan restaurants in Qatar you don't want to miss

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Qatar is home to diverse communities and one of the many is the Sri Lankan community that has made a significant place for itself in the food space. While Sri Lanka is typically known for sandy beaches and warm hospitality; it is also known for its distinct culinary delicacies.

We pay homage to the gem of a tropical island - Sri Lanka by bringing to you some of the best-picked restaurants to treat yourself to a flavoursome culinary journey.

The ILoveQatar.net (ILQ) team has put together a list of places (alphabetical order) where you can find wholesome main-courses, street-side favourites or crunchy tea-time snacks that stay true to the ethnicity and authenticity of Sri Lankan roots.

Elite Family Restaurant

Sri Lankan restaurants you don't wanna miss
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Hidden in Al Sadd, this treasure sets itself apart by giving you a chance to try scrumptious Sri Lankan street food that you definitely have to try.

Details

  • Recommended: Chilli Chicken Submarine, Chicken Cheese Roti & Palandi Kottu
  • Timings: 7 days a week: 5 am – 12 am
  • Tel: +974 3096 5000
  • Location: Al Kinana Street, Al Sadd
  • Facebook: @elitedoha

Galle Face Restaurant

Sri Lankan restaurants you don't wanna miss
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Galle Face beach being a must-visit site in Sri Lanka, this restaurant stays true to its name and serves the beach-side favourites and an absolutely hearty Friday special meal which could either be a special biryani menu or rice & curry set menu.

Details

  • Recommended: Maldives fish vada, Banana Leaf Meal, Friday Special meal
  • Timings: 7 days a week: 5:30 am-12:30 am
  • Tel: +974 3003 0130
  • Location: Al Najma
  • Facebook: @gallefacerestaurant

Kalmunai Restaurant

Sri Lankan restaurants you don't wanna miss
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Simple is the way to go seems to be Kalmunai Restaurant's motto by serving up daily staples along with the gathering must-haves.

Details

  • Recommended: Ghee Rice & Curry, Sahan Biryani
  • Timings: 6 days a week: 4:30 am – 12:30 am/ Saturdays: 24 hours
  • Tel: +974 4001 3001
  • Location: Ain Khaled
  • Facebook: @kalmunairestaurant

Lakbima Restaurant

Sri Lankan restaurants you don't wanna miss
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Being one of the longest standing restaurants in Doha, Lakbima Restaurant gives you an option of multiple branches and a comfortable dine-in setting at Barwa Commercial Avenue.

Details

  • Recommended: Chicken Biryani, Sri Lankan style Nasi Goreng
  • Timings: 7 days a week: 4:30 am – 1:30 am
  • Tel: +974 3119 2771
  • Location: Najma & Barwa Commercial Avenue
  • Facebook: @lakbimarestaurantnajma

Lanka Restaurant

Sri Lankan restaurants you don't wanna miss
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Spoilt for choice is how you would feel with the abundant meal options and unique dishes that Lanka Restaurant serves throughout the day.

Details

  • Recommended: Tapioca & Babath, String Hopper Biryani & Lamprais
  • Timings: 24 Hours
  • Tel: +974 3094 5593
  • Location: Al Mansoura
  • Facebook: @LankaRestaurantQatar

New Colombo Restaurant

Sri Lankan restaurants you don't wanna miss
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New Colombo Restaurant sees to it that you don't miss any of Sri Lanka’s heritage dishes and good old classics from across ethnic groups within the country.

Details

  • Recommended: Kanduri Rice, Fish Ambul Thiyal Rice & Beef Rotti
  • Timings: 6 days a week: 4:30 am – 12:30 am/ Saturdays: 24 hours
  • Tel: +974 7047 4668
  • Location: Al Azizyah
  • Facebook: @newcolomborestaurant

Nourlaya

Sri Lankan restaurants you don't wanna miss
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Undoubtedly, Nourlaya has gained much attention for its unconventional take on Sri Lankan cuisine; however, not steering too far away from authenticity.

Details

  • Recommended: Sri Lankan Crab Curry, Prawn Curry
  • Timings: 12 pm – 1 am
  • Tel: +974 7076 7780 / +974 7076 7789
  • Location: Msheireb Downtown
  • Instagram: @nourlaya.qa

Well On Sri Lankan Restaurant

Sri Lankan restaurants you don't want to miss
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Well On Sri Lankan restaurant brings authentic dishes along with a unique twist by catering to modern taste buds. Don't miss trying the traditional rice & curry served in clay pots.

Details

  • Recommended: Lamprais, Dolphin Kottu
  • Timings: 7 days a week: 4:30 am – 1:30 am
  • Tel: +974 44569546
  • Location: Al Mansoura
  • Facebook: @wellonsrilankanrestaurant

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Which one of these restaurants would you be trying out first? Does this list have it all to satisfy your Sri Lankan food cravings? Do let us know in the comments below. Do share this article - it keeps us going!