Tourism is gradually catching on in Sri Lanka once again and you will find a good number of hotels both in Colombo and along the coastal belt catering to the needs of foreign tourists and businessmen as well as the upper class of local society. Many of these hotels have their own Restaurants, Coffee Shops, Karaoke Bars, Night Clubs and Banquet and Conference Halls as well as Recreational facilities like Swimming Pools and Tennis Courts. Weddings, Seminars and Conferences are also arranged and commonly held in the ballrooms of these hotels, but sometimes have to be booked months in advance. When booking a room your rate will be usually quoted in US Dollars, though you can pay in local currency. Taxes will be added to your final bill and sometimes a 10% service charge is also added.

Hotels - Colombo

Ceylon Continental Hotel
48, Janadhipathi Maw., Col. 01. Fort.
Tel.: 242 1221 Fax: 244 7326
e-mail: exlounge@ceyloncontinental.com
The hotel is located on a prime spot, with the Indian Ocean at her feet giving a nice breeze on the pool terrace. Earlier known as “the Ceylon Intercontinental”. Being the oldest 5 star hotel, renovation has brought it up to the high standards which today ’s guests demand.

Hilton Colombo
No. 2, Sir Chittampalam A. Gardiner Maw., Col. 02. (Echelon Square – Fort)
Tel.: 249 2492/243 7177 Fax: 254 4657/8
e-mail: colombo@hilton.com www.hilton.com
Hilton Colombo is located in the heart of the business centre overlooking Beira Lake and the Indian Ocean, and 32 kilometres from the Bandaranaike International Airport. The hotel offers an extensive choice of business and leisure facilities, including ten fully-equipped meeting rooms and a ballroom that can accommodate up to 1000 guests; an outdoor swimming pool; sauna, steam bath, well equipped gymnasium, air conditioned squash court and poly lawn tennis courts.

Galadari Hotel
64, Lotus Rd., Col. 01. Fort.
Tel.: 254 4544 Fax: 254 4585, 244 9875
e-mail: galadari@slt.lk
Many regard The Galadari as an Arabic oriented hotel. Sheherazade Arabic restaurant serves great food, as does their main restaurant adjoining the lobby. Their many foreign and local clients seem to experience a touch of the “Tales of the Arabian Nights”. With shopping arcade, night club, restaurants, coffee shop, ballroom, conference rooms, swimming pool, etc.

Galle Face Hotel
Galle Face Green, Col. 02.
Tel.: 254 1010 Fax.: 254 1072 e-mail: gfh@diamond.lanka.net
The Galle Face Hotel is considered to be the “Grand Ol’ Lady” in Colombo. It is located next to, and overlooking the Galle Face Green. The hotel has a rich history and many world famous visitors have laid their heads to rest here and enjoyed their stay. It looks as if the friendly doorman with his curly moustache has always been there. Seated on the veranda, a stunning view of the Indian Ocean and a cool breeze is yours when waiting for the sun to set.

Grand Oriental Hotel (Taprobane)
2, York Str., Col. 01. Fort.
Tel.: 232 0391-3, 244 8734-5
Fax: 244 7640 e-mail: goh@sltnet.lk www.grandorientalhotel.com
Located in the busy Fort area next to the port. The restaurant gives a nice view of the busy harbour and the Indian Ocean and serves buffet lunches. GOH offers 60 spacious guest rooms equipped with modern comforts. Also it offers 3 banquet halls which are ideally suitable for wedding receptions, dances, conferences and seminars. “Blue Leopard”, their nightclub, Harbour Room, Sri Lankan restaurant and The Pub are famous among foreign visitors and locals.

Holiday Inn-Colombo
30, Sir Mohamed Macan Markar Maw., Col. 03.
Tel.: 242 2001-10 Fax.: 244 7977
e-mail: holiday@sri.lanka.net
In close proximity to Galle Rd. and hotels like The Oberoi and Galle Face Hotel. The Alhambra restaurant is famous for its Moghul (Indian) buffets. Mostly visited by families and businessmen who appreciate friendly service and a close proximity to the city.

The Colombo Plaza
77, Steuart Place, (Galle Rd.) Col. 03.
Tel.: 232 0001, 243 7437, 242 1171
Fax: 244 9280
e-mail: bc@thecolomboplaza.lk
The Colombo Plaza has become a landmark in Colombo. Not only because of the hotel, but also because of the Crescat Residencies (apartments) and the beautiful shopping mall, Crescat Boulevard. The Oberoi is the largest hotel in Colombo and also has the largest ballroom in town, attracting many weddings, receptions and seminars. Upon entering the main lobby you can expect a great welcome, a huge lobby area and spacious reception counters providing personal service.

Renuka City Hotel & Hotel Renuka
328, Galle Rd., Col. 03.
Tel.: 257 3598-9, 257 3600-2, 257 7345-8
Fax: 257 4137, 257 6183
e-mail: renukaht@renukahotel.com
Not two hotels, but one housed in two separated buildings which are connected with a bridge. Renuka is conveniently located along Galle Road, close to Liberty Plaza and caters to business people as well as families.

Taj Samudra Hotel
Galle Face Green, Col. 02.
Tel.: 244 6622. Fax: 244 6348, e-mail: tajbc@sltnet.lk
Overlooking the Galle Face Green, it has an unobstructed view of the Indian Ocean. The Taj, as it is called, has banquet facilities, restaurants, shopping arcade, tennis court, swimming pool and sports centre, coffee shop and a night club.

Trans Asia Hotel
115, Sir Chittampalam A. Gardiner Maw., Col. 02.
Tel.: 249 1000 Fax.: 244 9184, 254 4211
e-mail: tah_asia@sri.lanka.net www.transasiahotel.com
Trans Asia has good banquet facilities, a large swimming pool, a sports centre, several restaurants and a 24 hour coffee shop, tennis and squash court, the “Library” bar/discotheque, shopping arcade and “Goodies”, a very good pastry shop. It is patronised by business people and holiday makers. Their Chinese restaurant “Long Feng” offers a seating in a grand modern style and the Royal Thai is one of the best in town.

Night Clubs
5-star hotels have nightclubs or discotheques to entertain house guests as well as to attract outside clients. Those in the city hotels are open every night while others are open only on weekends. Some places may require you to obtain a membership while others may charge a fee.

Blue Elephant
Colombo Hilton, Echelon Square, Col. 01.
Tel.: 249 2492
The Hilton keeps a close tag on their facilities, which are regularly upgraded to suit today’s taste. Perhaps it’s the name, perhaps it’s the place, perhaps it’s the people who visit! The Blue Elephant is a place with lots of activity throughout the week, such as Flite Night and Ladies Only Night. State-of-the-art sound and light system with local DJ’s setting the pace and foreign DJ’s who visit regularly. It’s one of the best in Colombo.

Blue Leopard
Grand Oriental Hotel, 2, York Str., Col. 01. Tel.: 232 0391
Trendy club that attracts many locals and foreigners and very popular among those of all age groups.

BooM, The
Galadari Hotel, Colombo.
64, Lotus Road, Colombo 01.
Tel: 254 4544 Ext-318
Open Wednesday to Sunday, excluding Monday and Tuesday. The BooM is Colombo’s established nightspot featuring top class entertainment with live bands from the U.S and Canada. Exclusive clientele can always be seen at the club.

Cascades
The Colombo Plaza, Galle Rd., Col. 03. Tel.: 243 7437, 242 1171
Open 4 - 8 pm. as a pub, and from 8 pm - 2 am it functions as a night club. Cascades has become a very popular place in town with good music and an appealing interior.

Library, The
155, Trans Asia Hotel., Sir Chittampalam Gardiner Maw., Col. 02.
Tel.: 254 4200 Fax: 244 9184
Names of establishments are often changed to lure customers. The very fact that Trans Asia keeps the name of “The Library” for so many years without major changes in the interior, simply means that those visiting are very satisfied with what’s on offer. Entrance is only for house guests, or those who have a membership. The atmosphere, music, food and drinks are of a high standard and its patrons are not the wild types, it offers class and style.

The MIX / My Kind of Place
Taj Samudra Hotel, Galle Face Green,
Col. 02.
Tel.: 244 6622 Fax: 244 6348
My Kind of Place is being renovated and will take another few months to complete. But The Mix is opened until 2.00 am with a live band.

Pier 3
38, D.R. Wijeyawardena Maw., Col. 02.
(close to Exhibition Centre).
Tel.: 239 0739, 473 6767
Earlier called the “Dragon Boat”, now more specialised in seafood, but mostly (not surprisingly) Chinese. Also a bar, “Pier 3” and karaoke.

Pubs & Cafés
Pubs & cafes in town cater to a more mature and relaxed audience than those one finds in nightclubs. A quiet atmosphere and good food and drinks are the ingredients which make a pub popular.

Arena
338, T B Jayah Mawatha, (Darley Road) Col. 10.
Tel.: 555 6822 e-mail: arenaint@eureka.lk
Open daily including Poya days from 10:30 am to 9pm. Check out the unique sandwiches, soups, snacks, hot waffles, rice & curry on the banana leaf and specialty coffees and teas.

Barefoot Coffee Shop/Garden Café
704, Galle Rd., Col. 03.
Tel.: 258 9305, 258 0281 Fax: 257 6936 e-mail: gallery@barefoot.lk
Over the years the Barefoot Garden Café has developed into an entity of its own. While earlier only visitors to the shop recognised this oasis, now more and more people come exclusively to enjoy the café.

Bellucci
31, Horton Place, Col. 07.
Tel.: 266 5070, 536 4442
Enjoy difference of bella dishes. For reservations and take away, call 0777 555069. Pub and lounge on the 3rd floor.

Cheers
346, Negombo Road., Seeduwa.
Tel.: 255 3527 Fax: 225 3537
Hotline: 483 3943
e-mail: sales.cai@prima.com.lk
At PRIMART - a member of the Prima Group. Happy Hours 6.00pm - 7.00pm, Buy 1 & Get 1 Free. Live band music on Friday and Saturday night. You can refresh and release while your kids play at the Kiddies Play Area.

Clancy’s Irish Pub and Restaurant
29, Maitland Crescent, Col. 07.
Tel.: 268 2945, 268 3809
One of the Hot-Spots in town. Serves a large variety of drinks (including draught beer) and a Pub style menu (limited choice). There is a weekly programme with different music styles throughout the week. Live performances are also regualrly featured.

Cricket Club Café, The
34, Queens Rd., (short end), Col. 03.
Tel.: 250 1384
Open from 11 am - 11 pm.
Sri Lanka not only has many cricket lovers, it also has many Cricket Club lovers. It is an all time favourite (even with non cricket loving clients) and many first timers are quickly introduced to this great place.

Cue Cafe
106/1, Royal Ceramic Building, Galle Rd., Dehiwala.
Tel.: 272 5977
Opposite Pizza Hut. Play pool while family enjoys a delecious meal at the Prawns sea food outlet.

Den, The
16, 5th Lane, Col. 03. (Road opp. McDonald’s, behind Landmark Blg.)
Tel.: 235 0750
Meant as a hideaway for people who love their privacy, relaxed atmosphere, friendly service, nice music and of course good food and ditto drinks. Regularly live music.

Echelon Pub - Hilton Colombo
Tel.: 249 2492, 243 7177
Lobby level. Colonial style pub open daily from 11.00 am to 2.00 am. Very popular meeting venue and an ideal place for business and casual chats.

Gallery Café, The
2, Alfred House Rd., Col. 03.
Tel.: 258 2162, 255 6563 Fax: 255 6564
e-mail: paradiserd@eureka.lk
Web: www.paradiseroadsrilanka.com
Open from 10 am - Midnight. The thought behind the concept of the Gallery Café is to allow anybody to be their own self among people who appreciate the good things in life. The music played can change from contemporary and classical, to jazz and folk.

Lava Karaoke Bar - Hilton Colombo
Tel.: 249 2492, 243 7177
At the ground floor, by the banquet entrance. Open from 8.00 pm to 3.00 am.

Mahout Café
At Elephant Walk, 61 Ward Place, Col. 07.
Tel: 2691056
Pastries, short eats, snacks and soft drinks are served. Lunch also available.

Movenpick
39A, Flower Road, Colombo 07.
Tel: 2694435
An ice cream parlour which initially began with ice cream and has now extended its services to include burgers and fries. Private functions and Kiddie’s parties can be arranged with them.

Sanora Restaurant and Pub
68, Pannipitiya Road, Thalawathugoda. Tel.: 277 4751, 441 1135
6-7pm happy hour. Open daily from 11.00am to mid night. BBQ on Saturdays and Fridays. Live band from Thursday to Sunday. Roof top is the restaurant.

Thorana Lounge - Hilton Colombo
Tel.: 249 2492, 243 7177
Lobby level. Overlooking the hotel’s landscaped garden and lotus pond. Serves special afternoon tea, snacks and cocktails. Live entertainment in the evenings and live piano music in the afternoon. Open daily 9.00 am to 1.00 am, Friday and Saturday until 3.00 am.

Restaurants
Colombo’s cosmopolitan culture is perhaps best reflected by its variety of cuisine, both local and foreign. Local cuisine such as Sinhalese , Tamil and Muslim fare, as well as international cuisine such as Chinese, Korean, Japanese, Thai, Moghul, Continental and Middle Eastern fare are available in all their mouth-watering variety. Although food prices have gone up, Colombo offers great value for money when compared to eating out overseas. Prices in these places are usually mentioned without the service charges and taxes.

Chinese

88 Chinese Seafood Restaurant
88/1, Havelock Rd., (behind Precious Video) Col. 05.
Tel.: 259 3017, 451 6488 Fax: 259 1230
The house number is also 88, which in Chinese is a lucky number. The restaurant is located behind Precious Video and serves, among other dishes, some excellent fish.

Eastern Dragon
4, Deal Place, Col. 03.
Tel.: 257 3766, 257 6276 Fax: 257 6854
Opposite National Showroom. Halal food. No pork. Open-11.00am - 3.00pm, 6.30pm-11.30pm

Emperor’s Wok - Hilton Colombo
Tel.: 249 2492, 243 7177
The legendary Chinese restaurant serving authentic Cantonese and other cuisines from the great cities and regions of China, at the lobby level. Open daily, lunch from noon to 2.30 pm, dinner from 7.00 pm to 11.00 pm

Flower Drum
26, Thurstan Rd., Col. 03.
Tel.: 257 4216 Fax: 2575247
418, Pannipitiya Rd., Pelawatta.
Tel.: 440 2222
Open for lunch and dinner @ 11.00am-3.00pm, 6.30pm-11.00pm. The “Flower” restaurants (Drum, -Lounge & -Song in Kandy) are among the most popular Chinese restaurants in town. The very fact that they have been in operation for so many years, simply means that the public loves it. Serve great food with a variety of dishes on offer. Take-away service is also available.

Flower Lounge Restaurant (Pvt) Ltd
18, Bagatale Rd., Col. 03.
(corner of Duplication Rd.)
Tel.: 259 3032, 259 5684
Situated in an old colonial building. See Flower Drum.

Golden Dragon (Taj)
Taj Samudra Hotel, Galle Face Green,
Col. 02.
Tel.: 244 6622 Fax: 244 6348
e-mail: tajbc@sltnet.lk
One of the many restaurants at the Taj, serving Chinese food in a large variety and a nice, but not Chinese, ambience. Live music is also played regularly.

Gourmet Palace
399A, R.A. de Mel Maw.,
(Duplication Rd.) Col. 03.
Tel.: 259 6700
Open for lunch and dinner. Open 11.00-3.00pm, 6.00pm-11.00pm. Mainly Chinese dishes but also Thai food items served in a homely atmosphere. Besides the sitting area on the ground floor, also one upstairs, and two rooms are available for private functions. Take-away and home delivery is available.

Great Wall Restaurant
491, Galle Rd., Col. 03.
Tel.: 250 8555 Tel./Fax: 452 1907-9
Open 11.00am-3.00 pm, 6.00 pm-11.00 pm.
77, Chatham Str., Col. 01. Fort.
Tel.: 234 3417
8B, Majestic City, Foodcourt.
Tel.: 255 4070 Open 9.00 am-10.00 pm.
17, Jayantha Weerasekera Maw., Col. 10.
Tel.: 243 5381
Open 10.00 am-11.00 pm. Tasty food like steamboat and many other dishes are available also as take-away or at the special banquet hall for 150 people (at Galle Rd.).
11.00am-3.00 pm., 6.00 pm-11.00 pm

Kinjou
Branches
Sakura Japanese Restaurant
14, Rheinland Place, Col. 04.
Tel.: 257 3877, 451 5877
Kouchi Japanese Restaurant
262, New Kandy Road, Koswatte, Battaramulla.
Tel.: 441 1747
33, Amarasekera Maw., (corner Havelock Rd.) Col. 05.
Tel.: 258 9477 Fax: 259 1223
Located at the corner of Havelock Rd. Has been popular for many years due to the consistent quality and variety in choice. The different rooms will never give you the idea that it is busy. Sakura is their Japanese sister restaurant, located off Galle Rd. Take away counter, Nawala Rd., Rajagiriya. Dial 4 410491 for ordering.

Long Feng
Transasia Hotel, 155, Sir Chittampalam A. Gardiner Maw., Col. 02.
Tel.: 254 4200 Fax: 244 9184
Open for lunch and dinner. The beautiful Chinese restaurant at the Trans Asia. The interior is light and modern while the glass partition gives you a visual connection with the garden outside. The seating is comfortable for dining and a relaxing chat after your meal and, as in good Chinese tradition, there are large tables which can accommodate your family or group of friends. But an intimate dinner for two is also possible.

Mandarin Grill
Mandarin Palace: 28, Longden Place,
Col. 07.
Tel.: 258 7740
Mandarin Grill: 17, Havelock Rd, Thimbirigasyaya.
Tel.: 259 3424

New Chinese Dragon Café
11, Milagiriya Avenue (off Galle Rd. sea side), Col. 04.
Tel.: 535 7967, 250 3637, 250 2733,
The Chinese Dragon Café is one of the oldest established restaurants in town, known to give large portions for a fair price. Take-away and home delivery is available. Open-11.00 am-3.00 pm, 6.00 pm-11.00 pm

Orchid
70, Chatham Str., Col. 01. Fort.
Tel.: 244 6904, 243 4406
This place is always packed around lunch time, when many office workers come here to meet and eat. Nothing fancy but just plain good food and fast service. Open-11.00 am-10.00 pm.

Orient Hong Kong
1A, Race Course Avenue, (op. Royal College) Col. 07.
Tel.: 269 9007, 268 3256 Fax: 268 4403
06, Crescat Food Court.
Tel.: 553 7712
Open- 11.00am-11.30pm. Officially the Orient Hong Kong Seafood Restaurant. During lunch time hours you have to enter from around the corner since the road is closed during school hours.

Peach Valley Restaurant
27, Sir Ernest de Silva Maw., (Flower Rd) Col. 07.
Tel.: 267 2888, 267 2988
Fax: 2672688
Open for lunch: 11:30 - 15:00 dinner: 18:00 - 23:00. Malaysian and Chinese collaboration and the same management as 88 Seafood Restaurant on Havelock Rd. Judging by the many cars, it is one of Colombo’s most popular restaurants.

Showboat
104, Reid Avenue, Col. 04.
Tel.: 259 6958/9, 258 5943/53
Is as popular for the food as it is for the karaoke competitions at the bar downstairs. Serves many good Chinese and Singaporean dishes offering the whole range from duck to chicken, saté, noodles and seafood.

Continental
Continental fare refers to European cuisine, though not restricted to a particular country. This includes German, Italian, French and Swiss cuisine.

German Restaurant - Bavarian Barn Restaurant
11, Galle Face Court 02, Col. 03.
Tel.: 242 1577, 230 7056 Fax: 242 1576
e-mail: bavarianres@eureka.lk
Lunch and dinner. (Earlier was called Alt Heidelberg). With massive wooden tables, bar and ceiling in brown colours, it resembles a café such as can be found in many places in the southern part of Germany (Bavaria).

Chesa Swiss
3, Deal Place (corner of Duplication Rd.), Col. 03.
Tel.: 471 2716, 257 3433
Dinner only 7 - 11 pm. Closed on Monday & Poya day. It has earned many compliments over the years of their existence for their consistency in food, presentation and ambience. Hard work and dedication from the staff and owners have made Chesa Swiss the choice for an unforgettable dinner.

Cricket Club Café, The
34, Queens Rd., (short side) Col. 03.
Tel.: 250 1384
Open 11am-11pm. “Café” part in the name; it is mainly a great theme restaurant, with (as you might have guessed) Cricket as the main subject all the way. The ambience is cricket, the TV plays cricket, the décor is cricket and even the food is cricket!

Deli Market
HNB Towers, Darley Rd., Col. 02.
Level 3, World Trade Centre,
Echelon Square, Col. 01.
Tel.: 234 6777/8, 071 273 4414
Web: www.deli-market.com
Open 365 days. Casual Dining, Western & Eastern Cuisine, Delivery & Take Away service. Special kiddies corner. Mon.-Sat. 8.00am to 11.00pm. Sunday and public holidays 11.00 am to midnight.

Bristolaino Restaurant
21, R.A. de Mel Maw., (Duplication Rd.,) Col. 04.
Tel.: 258 0063
Open from 11:00 - midnight.

The Gallery Café
2, Alfred House Rd., Col. 03.
Tel.: 258 2162, 255 6563 Fax: 255 6564
e-mail: paradiserd@eureka.lk www.paradiseroadsrilanka.com
Open from 10 am - Midnight. It seems that the word Café attracts people who like an informal atmosphere. The Gallery Café is such a place where people can relax and enjoy good company, excellent drinks and marvellous food. It’s a café, a gallery, and a restaurant (besides that, a shop) all located under one roof in surroundings with a history, at the former office of Sri Lankas’ foremost architect, Geoffrey Bawa.

Il Ponté (Hilton)
Sports Complex, Colombo Hilton, Lotus Rd., Col. 01. Fort.
Open for lunch and dinner. The Italian restaurant with class and style at the poolside location. Some prefer the fan cooled area while others go for air conditioned comfort.

Koluu’s
32B, Sir Mohamed Macan Markar Maw., Col. 03.
Tel.: 232 5339, 244 6589
Open from 11-3 and from 6-11 (no lunch on Monday & Poya day). Located on the first floor of the same bldg. as Shirohana the florist. Earlier at this location both a Japanese and a Chinese restaurant were located and now both areas have turned into one, creating Kaluu’s.

La Terrasse
Trans Asia Hotel, Col. 02.
Tel.: 249 1948, 249 1000
Open from 7 pm - 11 pm. Alfresco experience, created at the corner where also the Royal Thai and Long Feng are located. Your eye will meet the pool in front, the stars above and a mixture of continental, Sri Lankan and Indian dishes on the menu.

Molly’s Irish Pub & Restaurant
46/38, Navam Maw., Col. 02.
Tel.: 254 3966/7
e-mail: alain@dialogsl.net
Open 12:00 - midnight Closed on Poya day. No lunch on Sat - Sun.

Pavilion Restaurant
100/10, Independence Avenue, Col. 07. Tel.: 472 3333
Crescat Food Court. Open- 5.00pm-midnight. Covered by a marquee, it’s spreads out over 5000 sq. Feet and is the largest of its kind in Sri Lanka. Set amid lush, tropical gardens and flanked by a tranquil miniature waterfall, the Pavilion boasts a stylishly elegant interior and upbeat atmosphere. The Pavilion specializes in a vast selection of sizzling delicacies and barbecued sea food, assorted meats and vegetables.

Queens Restaurant
126, Nawala Rd., Nugegoda.
Tel.: 533 2749, 281 6178/9
Dine and Wine in an atmosphere of refined elegance.

Rendezvous
The Taj Samudra Hotel, Galle Face Green, Col. 02.
Tel.: 244 6622 Fax: 244 6348
The star class restaurant at the Taj, offering excellence in food and service.

Spices - Hilton Colombo
Tel.: 249 2492, 243 7177
At the Lobby level. Open 24 hours. Offers an extensive buffet for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Weekends – midnight buffet. A La Carte menu also available.

Spices
02, Sir Chittampalam A. Gardiner Maw., Col. 01. Tel.: 254 4644
This area of the Hilton was earlier called the “Lotus Terrace”, but when you visit now, you won’t recognize it after a total metamorphosis. Spices is the result of a complete overhaul and now offers a great and modern setting.

Spoons - Hilton Colombo
Tel.: 249 2492, 243 7177
Exceptional grills with the open kitchen concept. Seafood and US beef complemented by its own wine cellar. Open for Lunch: 12 noon to 2.30 pm, Dinner: 7 pm to 11.00 pm.

Supperclub
The Colombo Plaza, Col. 03.
Tel.: 243 7437 ext. 2251
A great place to dine with Colombo at your feet. The Supper Club offers great food and ambience, a dance floor and regular live music features.

Supercooks Restaurant
23, Anula Road, Col. 06.
Tel.: 258 6867 Tel./Fax: 236 5743
The spacious restaurant with ample parking makes the place good for weddings, receptions, meetings, etc. and also for dining. Open- 11.00am - 3.00pm, 5.30pm - 10.30pm.

The Union Bar & Grill Room
Hilton JAIC Tower, 200 Union Place,
Col. 02.
Open all days from 11 am - 11 pm. For a great casual dining experience in a contemporary setting. The restaurant is open 7 days a week for both lunch and dinner, and offers an a la carte menu specializing in steaks and seafood, as well as an Executive Lunch Buffet from Monday to Friday.

The Verandah Restaurant
Galle Face Hotel, Galle Face Green, Col. 03. Tel.: 254 1010 Fax: 254 1072
Grand old colonial style in this marvellous hotel. The ambience with cooling fans and sarong clad waiters definitely adds a lot to the overall experience. One of the best places to enjoy the sunset.

Très Jolie Restaurant
62, Green Path, Colombo 03.
Tel: 472 3998
A new entry in restaurants, open from 10 am to midnight. Experience the taste of their dishes at the attractive setting of their garden.

Twinklers
Abdul Gafoor Mawatha, Col. 03.
A cosy restaurant with a park ‘kids-oasis’ consisting of ‘Garden track ride’, ‘two seater see-saw’ and Spring animals. Ideal for kiddies’ parties. Make reservations.

Fast Food
Hamburgers, hot dogs, pizzas and French fries have of late become quite popular in the urban areas such as Colombo, especially among the upper and middle classes. There are many internationally known chains of fast food outlets operating in Colombo. Shopping malls such as Liberty Plaza , Majestic City and Crescat Boulevard also have their fast food outlets selling various food items such as fruit juices, milk-shakes, ice creams, short eats, hot dogs, pizzas, pasta, etc.

Chariot
308, Galle Rd., Col. 04.
Tel.: 259 5761
Liberty Plaza & Majestic City and other outlets. Short-eats, snacks, cakes, (rice) lunches and dinner. Good quality at a low price.

Deli France
Crescat Boulevard, Lobby Level, Col. 03. Tel.: 555  3354
Why under fast food? Because you do not have to wait long to get your food. Open-8.00am - 11.00pm.

Dine-More
60A, Dharmapala Mw., Col. 07.
Tel.: 471 2990
Take away or eat in. Submarine Sandwich is very special. Very busy place. Open 12.00pm-1.00am.

Domino’s Pizza
45 1A, Braybrooke Rd., Col. 02.
Tel.: 472 2222
105D, Galle Rd., Mt. Lavinia.
Tel.: 420 3222
1018, Kotte Rd., Ethul Kotte.
Tel.: 440 6222
It is for delivery and take-away only, no eat-in! From 11-11 you can call and make your choice from the many styles and toppings. Your pizza will be delivered fast within 30 minutes by the “pizzaman” on wheels, hot and fast.

Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC)
40, York Street, Col. 01.
Majestic City, Galle Rd., Col. 04.
Tel.: 258 1747 Fax: 258 1760
Access Tower, 278, Union Place, Col. 02. Tel.: 230 2464/5
Negombo Rd, Ja-Ela. Tel.: 224 5179-80
03, Dalada Weediya, Kandy.
Tel.: 081 220 2251
Open from 10 am - 11 pm. all year round (special extended opening hours during December). KFC get their chicken items from Prima and are Halal certified. Many of the items served are from their international range though there are also plenty of items which have been added (spicy) to suit the Sri Lankan palate

McDonald’s
498, Galle Rd., (Abans Bldg.), Col. 03.
Parliament Rd., Rajagiriya.
(Opposite Royal Park.)
Open from 7am -11pm. Their McDrive at Rajagiriya and McStop at Kollupitiya are very popular to get a fast take-away. They have now added breakfast items such as the McOmelette to their menu (till 10:30) and a range of very good coffees.

Pizza Hut
321, Union Place, Col. 02.
Tel.: 233 4760, 272 9729
101, Galle Rd., Dehiwela; Crescat Boulevard Food Court; Liberty Plaza;
470, Havelock Rd., Wellawatta;
Parliament Rd., Rajagiriya; Thalawathugoda; Kandy; Millennium Park; Highlevel Rd., Nugegoda; Wattala; Galle Rd., Col. 03.
Many outlets, for take-away and delivery one telephone number. 2 729729. They will place the order for any outlet. Pizza Hut was the first international fast-food franchise in Sri Lanka, set up as far back as 1994. It has since been popular with many and the number of outlets has increased.

Indian

Alhambra
Holiday Inn Hotel, 30, Sir Mohamed Marcan Marker Maw., Col. 03.
Tel.: 242 2001 ext. 254
The Alhambra serves great Indian food in Moghul (buffet) style with a large choice of specialities on Fridays.

Amaravathi
2, Mile Post Avenue, Col. 03.
Tel.: 257 7638, 257 7418
Located in a small road with limited parking space. It offers great food at a small price. Open- 11.00am - 3.00pm, 7.00pm-11.00pm.

Amrith
17, Dickmans Rd., Col. 05.
Tel.: 255 4267-9
The new restaurant offering a stylish setting combined with good food and friendly service.

Curry Leaves
66, W.A. Silva Maw., Col. 06. Wellawatta. Tel.: 258 0223, 481 9257
Lunch 12:00 noon - 15:30 Dinner 18:00 - 00:00 Midnight. Curry Leaves is a great restaurant offering vegetarian and non-vegetarian cuisine and buffets in the weekend. The doorman, dressed in authentic Indian clothing, gives you a warm welcome to the restaurant.

Greenlands
3A, Shrubbery Gardens, (off Galle Rd. sea side) Col. 04.
Tel.: 258 1986, 258 5592
Pure vegetarian cuisine in a non-pretentious setting.

Mathura
185, Havelock Rd., Col. 05.
Tel.: 258 2909, 256 6889
Fax: 250 3704, 255 6631
Open from 11:00 - 23:00, Mathura is a favourite with many for their good food, fast and very friendly service and reasonable pricing. It offers strictly vegetarian foods, and no alcohol is served!

Navratna
Taj Samudra Hotel, Galle Face Green,
Col. 03.
Tel.: 244 6622
The up-market stylish Indian restaurant at the Taj.

Rohan’s North Indian Cuisine
199, Union Place, Col. 02.
Tel.: 230 2679/80 Fax: 471 7141
Rohan’s is very popular with many, not only those looking for good food, but also those who seek Indian entertainment. You can either choose from the take-away and snacks counter (Union Place side) or sit at the restaurant (side entrance), or you could go for some entertainment in the banquet hall at the back of the complex.

Saras Szechuan
450E, R.A. de Mel Maw., (Duplication Rd.), Col. 03.
Tel.: 257 5226, 257 6259
Closed on Mondays. While most of the Indian restaurants serve food items from the south of India, Saras specializes in dishes originating from North Indian Cuisine. Clean, fast, good tasting Tandoor and Handi Se (brass cooking vessel) items.

Shanmugas
53/3 Ramakrishna Rd., Col. 06.
Tel./Fax: 236 1384
Tel.: 258 7629, 259 8383 Fax: 243 4677
E-mail: shanmuga@sunnet.lk
Very homely atmosphere and vegetarian food prepared with great attention. Open - 7.00am-10.00pm. Open 365 days.

Shanti Vihar
3, Havelock Rd., Col. 05.
Tel.: 258 0224
Pure vegetarian cuisine in a no nonsense setting, downstairs in the main hall or upstairs where at the weekends there are buffets. Fast and cheap. Open- 8.00am - 10.00pm

Sweet Chilli Halal Restaurant
2, Duplication Road, Colombo 4.
Tel.: 2583901
New restaurant just near the Dickman’s Road colour lights. They serve Indian and Chinese food. Home delivery within Colombo city.

Vasantha Bhavan - Food Waves
310A, High Level Road, Colombo 6.
Tel: 2856375, 075 525392
Just in front of Anula Girls’ School, Nugegoda. Vegetarian Restaurant. Brand of the Vasantha Bhavan Madras. Telephone orders are accepted for Take Away.

Italian

IL PONTE - Hilton Colombo
Tel.: 249 2492, 243 7177
Authentic Italian food. Located by the poolside. Homemade pastas, pizzas and grilled meat served with Italian herbs. Open daily. Lunch 12 noon to 2.30 pm, Dinner 7 pm to 11.00 pm.

Bristo Latino
21, De Vos Avenue, Col. 04.
(on Duplication Road)
Tel.: 258 0063 e-mail: bristo@etslanka.lk
Tapas and Wine Bar. You can taste a wide range of wines and other spirits. A few Italian menus and mainly Mexican menus are served.

Japanese

Ginza Hohsen - Hilton Colombo
Tel.: 249 2492 ,243 7177
Authentic Japanese cuisine at the lobby level. Serves teppanyaki, sushi, sashimi, tempura, shabu shabu, sukiyaki, yakitori and other renowned Japanese specialties prepared by Japanese chefs. Three Tatami rooms. Open daily from 11.00 am to 3.00 pm. and 6.00 pm to 11.00 pm.

Kouchi Japanese Restaurant
262, New Kandy Rd., Koswatte, Battaramulla.
Tel.: 441 1747 Fax: 259 1223
A restaurant off the town, 2km from the Parliament ground. Real Japanese feeling inside the restaurant. Evocative music and interior.

Moshi Moshi
594/2, Galle Rd., Col. 03.
Tel.: 250 0312 Tel./Fax: 537 3176
Open: 11:30 - 15:00 & 17:00 - 23:00. Sea side of Galle Road. Popular with Japanese and non-Japanese alike. Also beer garden and karaoke.

Nihonbashi
11, Galle Face Terrace, Col. 03.
Tel.: 232 3847, 242 3613/4
Odel Unlimited, Ward Place, Col. 07.
Tel: 471 8758
Hilton Towers, Union Place. Tel.: 230 0642
Located in close proximity to The Colombo Plaza and next to the Ritz Club. At Nihonbashi they have a great eye for details to offer you the best Japanese food made with top ingredients.

Sakura
14, Rheinland Place, (off Galle Rd. Sea side), Col. 03.
Tel.: 257 3877, 451 5877
Lunch: 11:30 - 14:00 Dinner: 17:30 - 22:45. The Japanese sister restaurant of Kinjou. Sakura has been a popular place for many years because of their fast service, good food and very reasonable prices.

Korean

Ga Ya Korean Restaurant
438, R.A. de Mel Maw., (Duplication Rd.), Col. 03.
Do-it-your self grilling seems to be very popular here, prepared on a gas fired grill plate in the middle of your table.

Han Gook Gwan
25, Havelock Rd., Col. 05.
Tel.: 258 7961 Fax: 258 8109
According to many Koreans, the best and most authentic Korean restaurant in town. Open- 10.30am-2.30pm, 5.30pm-10.30pm.

Seoul Garden
107, Havelock Rd., Col. 05.
Tel.: 250 1597, 451 4152
Located near the traffic lights, next to Softwave. Korean food and karaoke lounge.

Middle Eastern

Diners’ Delight
8A, Duplication Road, Col. 04.
Tel.: 258 5027
Duplication Road, just near the signal lights off Dickman’s Road. Newly opened North Indian Restaurant serves North Indian and Middle Eastern Food.

Mama Aidas
14, Rosmead Place, Col. 07.
Tel.: 269 6703
Mama’s offers good food and excellent service to their guests. The veteran in Middle Eastern cuisine and the only independent restaurant offering authentic Middle Eastern cuisine. Also for take-away and catering. Open- 9.00am-5.30pm.

Scheherazade
Galadari Hotel, Lotus Rd. Col. 01.
Tel.: 254 4544 Fax: 254 4585, 244 9875
Scheherazade tells the stories of the Arabian Nights, in this case not in words but expressed in food prepared the authentic way.

Pakistani

Imperial Restaurant
14/14A1, Duplication Road, Col. 04.
Tel.: 259 8910 Fax: 258 1257
Fast, tasty and cheap food. Better sit outdoors on the patio.

Seafood

Beach Wadiya
02, Station Rd., Col. 06. Wellawatta.
Tel.: 258 8568, 451 4477
Famous all over the world without advertising! Located just outside the town centre on a stretch of beach next to the Dehiwela canal. Open- 11.00am-11.00pm

Cey-nor Sawasdee Seafood and Thai Restaurant
335A, D.R. Wijewardana Maw. Col. 10. Tel.: 238 0972-3
Owned and managed by the government owned Fisheries Corporation. Fresh ingredients. Open- 10.30am-midnight.

Golden Mile
43/14, Mount Beach, Mt. Lavinia.
Tel.: 273 3997, 420 1971 Fax: 271 6424
Right end of College Avenue. You have to park your vehicle at the car park and cross the railway, just 50 m. Ideal place for a day outing with family or friends.

La Langousterie
50/2, De Saram Rd., Mount Lavinia.
Tel.: 271 7786
Open- 9.00am-10.00pm.

La Lavinia
43/7, De Alwis Avenue, (off De Saram Rd.), Mount Lavinia.
Tel.: 420 5183
Open- 8.30am-12.00 midnight.

Le Palace
79, Gregory’s Road, Col. 07.
Tel.: 536 5199, 269 5920 Fax: 267 8402
e-mail: lepalace@lankabellnet.com, newlepalace@yahoo.co.uk
Open from 9 am - 00:00 midnight. Open from 8.00a.m onwards. Seafood Lovers, so many dishes based on fish and Seafood deserve to be mentioned here. Le Palace Baked Crab, Lobster, Jumbo Prawns, Cuttle Fish , Fresh Fish , Seafood Platter, Prawn Cocktail and Thai Seafood Soups served.

Pier 56 Colombo
74A, Dharmapala Maw., Col. 07.
Tel.: 257 6509
The new addition to The Commons. Fine seafood dishes, sushi, etc. served in a nice atmosphere.

Sea Spray Restaurant
Galle Face Hotel, Col. 02.
Tel.: 254 1010-6 Fax: 254 1072-4
As the name says it clearly, located next to the sea. The best in seafood Galle Face has to offer.

Seafish Restaurant (Colombian)
15, Sir Chittampalam A. Gardiner Maw., Col. 02.
Tel.: 232 6915
Large restaurant at the corner of Regal Theatre almost in Fort. Open- 11.00am-3.00pm, 6.00pm-11.00pm.

Thambapani
496/1, R.A. De Mel Maw., Col. 03.
Tel.: 250 0615
Fantastic ambience, service and delicious food. Fish dishes and delicacies such as stuffed crab are popular specialities. Authentic Sri Lankan menu and grills available.

Sri Lankan

Banana Leaf
86, Galle Rd., Col. 04.
Tel.: 258 4403
Authentic Sri Lankan food served on a banana leaf in an unpretentious setting. Open- 11.00am-3.00pm, 6.00pm-10.00pm.

Curry Leaf, Hilton Colombo
Tel.: 249 2492, 243 7177
An outdoor garden restaurant. Typical village atmosphere, offers authentic Sri Lankan dishes. Open 7 pm to midnight.

Grand Oriental Hotel (Taprobane)
Sri Lankan Restaurant and Harbour Room
2, York Str., Col. 01. Fort.
Tel.: 232 0391-3, 244 8734/5
Typical Sri Lankan dishes with red rice.

Green Cabin Terrace
453, Galle Rd., Col. 03.
Tel.: 258 8811, 259 1841
Just good food, fast and clean, without any pretensions. Outdoor catering for any occasion.

Ibn Batuta
Trans Asia Hotel, 155, Sir Chittampalam A. Gardiner Maw., Col. 02.
Tel.: 254 4200 Fax: 244 9184
The Sri Lankan restaurant that adds spice to the experience of dining out.

Palmyrah Restaurant
At Hotel Renuka, 328, Galle Rd., Col. 03. Tel.: 257 3598-9, 257 3600-2, 257 7345-8
Fax.: 257 4137, 257 6183
e-mail: renukaht@renukahotel.com
Those who know say that it offers the most authentic Sri Lankan food in town, still at low prices.

Raja Bojun (Ceylico Hotels Ltd.)
90, Ceylinco Seylan Towers,
Galle Rd., Col. 03.
Tel.: 471 6171, 245 2657 Akasakade. Tel: 471 6169
Raja Bojun means “Royal Fare” and has a spacious grand setting (but not very “Sri Lankan”), is open for lunch and dinner (Sundays no lunch). Buffet and a-la-carte. Managed by Ceylinco Hotels. Open: 11.30am-3.30pm, 7.00pm-11.30pm.

Sanora Restaurant and Pub
68, Pannipitiya Road, Thalawathugoda. Tel.: 277 4751, 441 1135
6-7pm Happy Hour. Open daily from 11.00am to midnight. BBQ on Saturdays and Fridays. Live band from Thursday to Sunday. They have three halls for weddings, conferences or seminars. Roof top is the restaurant.

Summer Garden
110, Ananda Coomarasamy Maw.,
Col. 07. Tel.: 267 8019
Open from 11 - 11, dining outdoors in the attractive garden. Sarong clad waiters, fast service and tasty cuisine. Reasonable prices..

Thai

Cey-nor Sawasdee Seafood and Thai Restaurant
335A, D.R. Wijewardana Maw., Col. 10. Tel.: 238 0972-3
Fresh ingredients, local fish and Thai food preparations.

Jade Gardens
126, Havelock Rd., (opposite Police Sports Ground), Col. 05.
Tel.: 258 4174, 258 0678
A combination of Thai and Chinese dishes, also for take-away. Has been around for many years and is a favourite with many. Open: 12.00am-3.00pm, 6.30pm-midnight.

Royal Thai
Trans Asia Hotel, 155, Sir Chittampalam A. Gardiner Maw., Col. 02.
Tel.: 254 4200, 249 1000 Fax: 244 9184
Lunch 12 noon- 3pm Dinner 6 - 11 pm. Thai food presented in a grand and luxurious setting. The menu is presented in a novel way and your (Thai) hostess will gladly advise you on any menu item..

Siam House
55, Abdul Kapoor Maw., Col. 03.
Tel.: 257 6993
Open from 10:30 am - 11:30 pm every day and known for its very good dishes and reasonable prices.

Shopping - Colombo

Barefoot
Book Shop, Coffee Shop, Garden Cafe, Gallery
704, Galle Rd., Col. 03.
Tel.: 258 9305, 258 0281 Fax: 257 6936
e-mail: sales@barefoot.lk
Barefoot has step by step developed into a place “of good being”. The bookshop has become a major point of attraction for those who love to read. Surely not the largest bookshop in town, but surely one with a face of its own. It offers quality books with a highly visual content on architecture, arts, travel, religion, nature and history. It also offers books on Sri Lanka and a vast collection of children's books and adult fiction. Besides hand woven fabrics and books, Barefoot also has a range of antique items.

Odel Unlimited
5, Alexandra Place, Col. 07.
Tel.: 472 2200, 268 2712-3 Fax.: 533 7855 e-mail: info@eodel.com
Open 10 am - 8 pm. Sunday: 10 am - 6 pm. Has added more books on more subjects and can be found on the mezzanine floor at the end of the first escalator. Great books with a high visual value, also a great collection of CD’s. Odel has become a houshold name in Colombo and beyond. With their department store beyond the concept of clothing they have set the shopping standard in Colombo. The kids department is located on the ground floor, with a supervised children's area, showing video and with a large play area, so parents can shop quietly. While strolling through their vast collection of clothing you will come across toys, shoes, baby items, candy stall and Kess the hairdresser with a special place to have your kid’s hair cut. Buying your kids’ winter clothing at Odel will save you a fortune compared to buying them abroad and since many of the items are made in Sri Lanka for the export markets you will get the latest models and designs for the seasons.

Serendib Gallery
36 1/1, Rosmead Place, Col. 07.
Tel.: 471 0002
e-mail: info@theserendibgallery.com www.theserendibgallery.com
Open from 11 am - 6 pm. As one of the best known galleries, The Serendib Gallery exhibits a permanent, but changing variety in paintings, drawings and sculptures. Although it specializes in antique books, drawing and sketches on Sri Lanka; Mr. Mohan Daniel's knowledge on art can be very helpful to guide or advise you on other art subjects too. The Serendib Gallery has much to offer but specializes in art and antiques from Sri Lanka such as coins, brass, sculptures, furniture, terra-cotta and paintings. Its speciality however are books and rare Sri Lankan maps.

Paradise Road
213, Dharmapala Maw., Col. 07. Tel.: 268 6043 Fax.: 268 9874
Open from 9 am - 7 pm. Not only antiques, but also a great collection of home décor, reproductions, art, pottery, glass and porcelain, statues, dolls, window and door frames etc. The Paradise Road Café is located on the first floor of the main Paradise Road shop overlooking the Town Hall. The choice is kept limited to ensure freshness and fast service but their juices, espresso, cakes, and quiches are great.

Heritage
Badulla Road, Nuwara Eliya. Tel.: 052 222 3053, 052 223 5725, 052 223 5750/1
Near the Race Course.

Kalaya
116, Havelock Rd. Col. 05. Tel.: 258 8399
Kalaya designs and produces their own unique collection of rustic furniture, using Sooriyamara wood. Sooriyamara is a heavy hard wood, with beautiful grain. Beds, tables, comfy sofas, dining tables, console tables, chairs are produced and can be designed to fit any home. The most popular items are coffee tables, which come in various innovative designs. Contemporary furniture using a mix of wood, stainless steel and wrought iron also is custom made. Unusual verandah furniture like cement coffee tables, wrought iron and reed chairs are also available.

Lanka Hands Handicraft and Gift Centre
135, Bauddhaloka Maw., Col. 04.
Tel.: 451 2311, 258 6776 Fax.: 451 2312

Laksala
60, York Str., Col. 01. Fort.
Tel.: 232 9247, 232 3513-4
Viskam Nivasa, Corner Bauddhaloka Maw & Reid Avenue
Tel.: 258 0579 and other shops.
Run by the Sri Lankan Handicraft Board, a government institute promoting skills to produce traditional items for export. Laksala offers everything Sri Lanka can offer in wood carving, brass items, furniture, silver ware, leather, batik, spices, tea, books and cards. Other shops island wide, as well as a special furniture shop in Moratuwa. The state owned handicraft centre which offers local furniture in many designs. The furniture is also being sold in many of the other Laksala shops island wide.

Lakpahana
21, Rajakeeya Maw., Col. 07.
Tel.: 269 8211 Tel./Fax: 269 2554
e-mail: lakpahana@eureka.lk
Traditional items like jewellery, masks, brass, pottery, tea, spices, rattan, and more in a village style setting.

House of Fashion
28, R.A. de Mel Maw., (Duplication Rd.), Col. 05.
Tel.: 250 4639, 250 4641-2 Fax.: 250 4640
Open from 10 am - 8 pm. Sunday from 10 am - 3 pm. Closed on Poya days. One of the best known shopping places for kids’ clothing, offering an enormous collection at affordable prices. Besides clothing it also offers a large range of other items like toys, sports items, baby and toddler items and even a greater choice for teenagers and adults. At House of Fashion it's always very busy, the choice is great, the checkout very fast, long opening hours and their prices are extremely reasonable.

Arena
338, T B Jayah Mawatha, (Darley Road) Col. 10.
Tel.: 555 5338 e-mail: arenaint@eureka.lk
Open daily including Poya days from 10:30 am 9pm. Arena the lifestyle store offers a great selection of children’s clothing including Summer and Winter wear along with a range of shoes. Check out the unique sandwiches, soups, snacks, hot waffles, rice & curry on the banana leaf and specialty coffees and teas.

Liberty Plaza
Corner R.A. de Mel Maw. & Dharmapala Maw., Col. 03.
Tel.: 244 6304
It was the first modern shopping mall in Colombo many years ago. New malls have been opening fast, many with a very luxurious look which is not the case at Liberty Plaza. Its set up is not so spacious and it has only two floors and a basement with shops connected with an escalator and lifts (the rest are apartments and offices). Still it is very popular with shoppers in town. The basement has the Keells supermarket and the Metro stores for stationery and utensils. Parking is provided based on an hourly fee. (see the Liberty Plaza floor plan and list of shops in the rear section Maps and Floorplans).

Majestic City
10, Station Rd., Col. 04. Tel.: 250 8673-4
The largest mall in town with a variety of shops of the well known names in Colombo. Majestic has 5 floors and a basement connected with elevators and escalators. On the 5th floor Legends is located, a pub / bar / restaurant (see Pubs and Cafes). On the 4th floor the Majestic Cinema (Sri Lanka's best) and only a few shops are located while the remainder of the shops are situated on levels 1 to 3. In the basement there is a Food Court. Small eating houses with a variety of food items on sale on a self service basis. Also in the basement is WonderWorld, the kids play area. The KFC outlet is located next to the Station Rd. entrance. While all other malls charge a parking fee, Majestic still allows (if you can find) free parking. (see the Majestic City floorplan in the rear section Maps and Floorplans).

Crescat Boulevard
Next to Hotel Lanka Oberoi, Galle Rd., Col. 03.
The most prestigious and luxurious shopping mall in town. It opened late 1997 as part of the expansion plans of Lanka Oberoi and the development of Crescat Apartments. The complex is located along Galle Rd. and can be reached from both the Galle Rd. side as well as from Navam Maw. Where parking at most places is a problem, Crescat Boulevard is one of the few places where parking is available in plenty. The Oberoi has its own connection to the mall so guests can go shopping regardless of the weather condition. It is also at that level that the mall starts; the Lobby level, and escalators (or the elevator) will take you down to the two other floors. Besides the shops and smaller outlets on Lobby Level, there is also Deli France for a quick snack. The rest of the two floors all have a variety of shops selling items like natural beauty products, tea, clothing, shoes, sun glasses, paintings, home décor, fabric etc. The level 2 has a Keells Supermarket and the food court comprising of outlets selling coffee and cake (Cricket Club Express), chicken, pizza, rice dishes, ice cream etc. It now serves Sri Lankan, Korean, Middle Easters and Mongolian dishes. (see the Crescat Boulevard floor plan and list of shops in the rear section Maps and Floorplans).

Unity Plaza
Corner Galle Rd. & Station Rd., Col. 04.
Located next to Majestic City. Only few shops are worth mentioning: Vijitha Yapa Bookshop with a multimedia outlet. In the basement, Perera & Sons Bakers, I & E Technics on the first floor. Has turned into a major place for computer parts, accessories and computer media such as cd’s. Many shops offer these items and you have to visit many to find what you want.

Pettah
The Pettah could be best described as Colombo’s treasure chest. You will probably find just about any item you are looking for here. The problem however is that Pettah is a maze of small streets with shops hidden in all corners. Many shops selling the same kind of items are concentrated in a particular street. For instance, Sea Street is famous for it’s gold jewelry, Main street for it’s textiles, Maliban Street for paper wave, Bankshall Street for chemicals, Keyzer Street for electronic items and Manning Market for vegetables and livestock. Although this section on the Pettah will give you a lot of information, it’s only a fraction of what’s really on sale!
What’s on offer?
1st Cross Street: Electrical items, plastic and artificial leather on rolls (No. 57, Citizen), electronics (No. 56, Micro & 14, Asia), ornaments, lamps and bulbs, paper, cardboard and stationery (No. 38, K.P.M. Comp.).
2nd Cross Street: (on Reclamation Rd. side near mosque) all items for sewing like accessories, buttons, ribbon, zippers, clips, needles, thread, elastic. (on the other side of Main Str.). A lot of shops sell fabric, garments, do tailoring etc. Textile and household items, vinyl and plastic sheets (No. 41/43 J.B. Trades & No. 66, Vally Stores). Ornaments, leather, plastic and foam (No. 70, Marriot). Leather at No. 63, Unique Lanka Leather, fruit and candy (opposite of Mosque).
3rd Cross Street: Textiles, plastic and fabric.
5th Cross Street: Open air vegetables market, dried fish, chillies, spices etc.
Bankshall Street: Chemicals, thinner, dyes, wax, acids and plastic bags at J.K. Trading Co. (No. 103A, Tel.: 242 1259).
Dam Street: Bicycles, household items, plastic chairs, pots and pans, food items (Edinborough), essence, edible oils.

Front Street: (opposite Fort railway station). Bags, suitcases, cassettes, electrical household items, (No. 102, Lakshitha Enterprise, & No. 100, Tajra International).
Gabo's Lane: Herbs, spices, natural drugs, incenses, oils etc.
Keyzer Street: Textiles and fabric, household items at Abdul Rahims.
Main Street: The easiest street of them all because it is wide! Good textiles, fabric, shirts, sarees, sarongs, bags and suitcases. Shops like: Madura Silk, Ganesh Textiles, Rohan's, Pessons, Titus Stores, City Tex, Saree Museum, Ranjanas, Jezima Drapery, Rambros, Robinson, Sivath Trade (masks, stationery, ribbon and carton), Mack Lanka, Phoenix (plastic items) electrical appliances,

Maliban Street: Paper, electrical items and stationery.
Mayri Lane: (off Front Str.) No. 5, Kiny O Traders for paper and carton.
Messenger Street: Bathroom fittings, tiles, mesh and other hardware.
Peoples Park Complex: New King Pack, plastic bags in all sizes.
Prince Street: Leather stores, also plastic and artificial leather, glass and framing works.
Sea Street: Golden Jewellery
Manning Market: The place where all vegetables in Colombo are traded. A little further eggs and live chickens.

Casinos

Bally's Club
14, Dharmapala Maw., Col. 03.
Tel.: 257 3497 Fax.: 244 5559

Bellagio Casino
430, R.A. De Mel Maw. (Duplication Rd.) Col. 03. Tel.: 257 5271

Kings 8
Galle Road, Colombo 3. Just in front of The Colombo Plaza Hotel.

MGM Club
772, Galle Rd., Col. 04. Tel.: 250 2268, 259 1711 Fax: 451 0079

Ritz Club, The
5, Galle Face Terrace, Col. 03.
Tel.: 234 1496
E-mail: ritzclub@sri.lanka.net

Star Dust Club
9, 15th Lane, Col. 03.
Tel.: 257 3493, 257 4836
e-mail: stardust@itmin.com
Web:www.stardustcasinolk.com