About this spot
Saravana Bawan is one of the best spots in Mount Lavinia, Colombo. Sri Lankan food is an explosion of flavor — coconut, curry leaves, cinnamon, and spice levels that will recalibrate your heat tolerance.
💡 Tips before you go
- Rice and curry is the daily meal — point at curries from the display
- Eat with your right hand — it's the local way
- Sri Lankan tea is world-famous — drink it with milk and sugar
- Pol sambol (coconut chili relish) is addictive but approach with caution
Common Questions
Where is Saravana Bawan?
It's in Mount Lavinia, Colombo. Address: Dehiwala
Do I need reservations?
Local restaurants: walk in. Colombo upscale: book for dinner. Street food: just point.
About this page
Restaurant: Saravana Bawan
Cuisine: Restaurant
Location: Mount Lavinia, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Source: Curated from local review platforms