Best Sri Lankan in Central London

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Tanera Island Native Lobster in Banana Leaf

Sourced from private Scottish waters and barbecued in banana leaves with wild cardamon and red wine jus, this dish is consistently cited by critics as the kitchen's standout showcase of high-end produce.

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Mutton Rolls

Universally praised across all reviews as the perfect crunchy, spicy starter; described as 'a thick but crisp spring roll heavily filled with grown-up spiced sheep'.

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Egg Hopper

A "beautiful object" that is "friable at the edges" and "irresistible" for tearing pieces off to mop up sauces and chutneys.

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Black Pork Kari

Consistently cited across reviews as the winner; a dark, roasted spice curry with immense depth of flavor.

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Mutton Roll

Described as the 'G.O.A.T on social media,' these crisp, breadcrumbed snacks are brimming with a slow-cooked mutton filling that is rich with 'garlic and ginger and chilli powder' yet sweeter than they are hot.

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Egg Hopper

The restaurant's namesake; described as a 'beautiful object' of ivory-colored fermented rice and coconut milk that is 'friable at the edges' and 'irresistible' to tear apart and eat with various chutneys.

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Hand-dived Scallop in Kiri Hodi

Universally praised as being of 'formidable quality', these scallops are served in a 'coconut-infused milky' broth or 'lobster broth' that critics describe as 'a pleasing foil for the shellfish' and a dish worth interrupting conversation for.

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Parippu (Dhal)

Consistently praised across reviews as a standout comfort dish; red lentils cooked with coconut milk and turmeric.