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Hikkaduwa is the ultimate lazy beach destination. Choose to lie around the beach, experience the coral reefs or treat the foodie in you at the many restaurants that are scattered throughout the town.
The Asian Jewel Boutique is tipped to be the best place in Hikkaduwa for a Sri Lankan rice and curry. Mind you give the restaurant enough notice for some curries prepared with love require a two hour heads up. The family friendly restaurant is serviced by a bunch of very friendly waiters.
This is a lovely restaurant to try various types of coffee and delicious flavoured Sri Lankan tea. The laid back ambiance is exuded by the clean environs of the eatery. Sit down and relax with friends and a coffee or frequent the place for some of Hikkaduwa's best burgers. Apart for the excellent burgers Nordic House Luxury Burgers is well known for its desserts. Do try the iced coffee and iced peach tea.
This is a lovely little rooftop restaurant. The food is very Sri Lankan and loaded with spices and the right flavours. Typical touristy food is not served at this popular eatery, instead you are treated to well spiced and cooked Sri Lankan curries. Each meal consisting of rice, vegetable curries and meat are well planned and offer the right balance of salty, sweet and sour.
This fabulous open air restaurant is located in one the most popular Hikkaduwa hotels. It is an all-day dining restaurant that offers the foodie in you quite a gastronomical treat. Lemon Fish is housed within the Citrus Hikkaduwa and is well known for its 'Hikkup' and delicious 'Roti' menus. Enjoy the freshest seafood, local rice and curry and many international favourites cooked to perfection by the professional chefs at this very accommodating hotel; loved its guests. If you decide to stay at this resort there is also Summer Salt; an airy beach bar serving the best cocktails in Hikkaduwa.
Generous portions and exotic flavours make the food served at this restaurant a favourite amongst tourists visiting Hikkaduwa. The menu focuses mainly on Sri Lankan curry and fresh seafood. Best of all the modest restaurant is located within the seafront; offering you a marvellous ocean view as you dine.
Located right on the beach this lovely restaurant offers live entertainment as an accompaniment to your meals. The rather small and cosy eatery tends to get quite crowded due to its popularity. It is well known for favourites such as grilled tuna and crab dishes.
If you are in Hikkaduwa looking out for a breakfast spot this restaurant promises to deliver. Although open for all three meals the place seems to be preferred for its breakfast range. The staff are friendly and the dishes are delicious.
This restaurant is well known for its naan bread and accompanying curries. The family owned place offers a terrace and cosy atmosphere. Watch out though the place can get crowded and seating is limited.