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Sea Salt Society - Beach bar & Restaurant - Hikkaduwa

Restaurant Bar

One of the Most Reviewed Bars in Hikkaduwa


Address

583 A2, Hikkaduwa, Sri Lanka

Website

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Contact

+94 912 274 000

Rating on Google Maps

4.20 (320 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Tuesday: 8 am to 10 pm
  • Wednesday: 8 am to 10 pm
  • Thursday: 8 am to 10 pm
  • Friday: 8 am to 10 pm
  • Saturday: 8 am to 10 pm
  • Sunday: 8 am to 10 pm
  • Monday: 8 am to 10 pm

Featured Reviews


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  • 1/5 Phil J. 2 years ago on Google
    We waited for almost an hour for a breakfast burger and a Berry bowl. The burger was tiny and the Berry bowl only had one scoop of cranberrys, so not really worthy of that name. The mixed nuts in the bowl were missing or they think that seeds are the same as nuts. The waiters were nice and attentive, but for this price you can get more and better food elsewhere.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Annie F. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice spot on the beach. I ordered a salad and for what I got was very overpriced. It was mainly lettuce so was disappointed. I also ordered wine and the serve was so small but as I was paying my bill they were pouring a glass of wine for someone else and was a bigger glass and bigger serving so kind of felt like I was being ripped off. The staff were nice but overall was not worth the money.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sidath S. 4 years ago on Google
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  • 5/5 Toni D. 1 year ago on Google
    Highly recommend this place !!!!!!!! Cool place with a great vibe to sit and chill while having a drink or food and listening to the waves Ended up coming here a few times as the staff are amazing and so is the food. Prawn curry is so tasty 😋 They even have a singer some night Must visit 👍🏼
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 LILFOC1 1 year ago on Google
    The food is great and the staff helpful! The beach location and decor is nice but you need to walk a bit to the left along the beach to reach the main beach area
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Knarik G. 1 year ago on Google
    Restaurant very beautiful and service was so good. Food delicious, didn't wait to long.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Jack H. 2 years ago on Google
    Service was good from everyone there, and very attentive. Had breakfast and lunch there whilst working and stayed most of the day. Food was all enjoyable. I had English breakfast, my friend had French toast. (Was slightly upset when my friend paid for a side of sausages and receive 2, and I only received 1 on my full breakfast). The place has fast WiFi, the only downside was that I had to change to my hotspot quite a few times as it would drop out from time to time. The opening hours need updating ASAP, as we arrived at 9 as open time stated, only to have to wait until 10 before it opened for food or drink. Overall, would recommend.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Colleen R. 2 years ago on Google
    This restaurant has nice outdoor seating options that made it worth it to check it out! We ordered a pineapple ham pizza and fries which was tasty! The server didn’t come out and check on us much except to bring our food and take our empty plates away. But they are attentive when we go up to the counter. They do have small toilets and an outdoor sink.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Julia B. 4 years ago on Google
    Great Place. During our stay we came almost every night because of the amazing food, the drinks and the atmosphere! 2 or 3 nights a week they have live music. The staff is really nice! I can recommend this place to everyone!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jannik Munch W. 4 years ago on Google
    Super chill place for dinner. We went on a Friday and they were playing live acoustic music, great artist. the fresh juice was alright, nothing special though. Super delicious veggie pizza and falafel wrap! 🤤 The pizza was big so we could not finish it and got the rest in a take away box 👍 Nice lounge chairs to just chill in.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Fabian M. 4 years ago on Google
    We had a nice Afternoon directly at the beach. They have good Drinks, good music and very nice staff. 🤙🏼 I really can recommend this place! Enjoy!

  • 3/5 MC S. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice place with good food and very handsome owners. But our iPhone was stolen with bag in 5 minutes directly from the subbed. Be careful.Cameras are not working. Staff is acting like they do not understand English

  • 5/5 Michaela 4 years ago on Google
    I went for dinner. It is a bit pricey but absolutely worth the money. Very nice location. Live music as well. Loved it and would definitely go again.

  • 5/5 Vincent G. 1 year ago on Google
    We sat down here for lunch and we were not disappointed!! The food was great - we had the prawn burger, full English and fish and chips. Our waiter was very friendly and accommodating. I would definitely recommend this as a lunch spot for Narigama beach

  • 5/5 Nina T. 2 years ago on Google
    This beach side cafe has been one of my favorite places in Hikka. Its quiet and perfect for working, on the beach, and relaxing. The staff was nothing but helpful and friendly the whole time, making sure to go above and beyond what was asked. PS- The french toast is a must have! :)

  • 5/5 Mahalia O. 4 years ago on Google
    Great service. Decent waiting time for meals and drinks. Food and drinks were superb and the waiter was patient with taking our dietary requirements. Would definitely come again!

  • 5/5 Franziska R. 2 years ago on Google
    We had the best time :) sea salt society is located directly at the beach with a beautiful view. Food is awesome, very fresh and tasty, the drinks are special and cold and the staff is just the absolute highlight! Could not have wished for better waiters, super thoughtful, very friendly and always with a smile on their face - make sure to not miss out on this place when in Hikkaduwa!

  • 5/5 Samantha W. 4 years ago on Google
    Lovely dinner here. Mojito went down LOVELY Breaded tuna and vegetables & tacos were both great. Really enjoyed the whole vibe of this place the staff were really happy and looked like they genuinely enjoyed working there. No photos of food 🤣 just of us enjoying the swing and cocktail

  • 5/5 Lily G. 1 year ago on Google
    Ate lunch at the resturant, we had the prawn burger fish and chips and full English, all really good and the best we’ve had in Sri Lanka having been here 6 weeks. They also made me a tasty coconut milk vegan coffee on request. Fast service. They accept card. Toilet is not the best but the rest of the restaurant is very beautiful. Thanks!

  • 5/5 Pradeep S. 4 years ago on Google
    Great atmosphere, music and service!

  • 5/5 Tomek F. 4 years ago on Google
    A little bit more on the expensive side (as compared to other options around), but totally worth it! We really enjoyed live music (oh gosh, the singer had really incredible voice), food and relaxed atmosphere. You might need to wait a bit for the table, but that's only because it's such a nice place.

  • 5/5 Arif R. 11 months ago on Google
    Had a drink, was delicious. The place was silent and less people since it’s almost off season and a was Vesak Day. All staffs were friendly. Didn’t try the food since we had a late brunch elsewhere.

  • 1/5 Adam d. 5 months ago on Google
    Very bad service, I spend over 50$ on drinks and food and I was happy next day I came I ask them to move Sun bed just little they said no I’ve told them guys just be nice the previous day the Sun beds was up they said we put the tables here now, I’ve told them I will leave even that my friends were coming around 6 people, and we were planning to stay all day, between food and beverage we would of spend 400$, they didn’t care so we decide it to leave on a bad note, I really don’t recommend this place unless they become more flexible with guests !!!! , Dear Rob you’re reply shows that your staff even lie to you there was no guest where we request to place the beds, exact same spot of the previous day that’s all we ask, and yes it’s not about the spend its about sharing good time which by the end generate you’re revenue, with staff like that watch people leaving my friend like we did, good luck again

  • 5/5 Marta P. 6 months ago on Google
    Amazing food, I had the pesto pasta with cauliflower and it was cooked perfectly, the cauliflower was such a nice touch to it. Impeccable service and delicious cocktails

  • 5/5 Devin K. 5 months ago on Google
    We went two times to this place. Once for dinner and once only for drinks. The vibe in this bar is so good. The staff was really cool and talkative. Food was also good.

  • 2/5 Alwin M. 4 months ago on Google
    Highly unpleasant experience with paying the bill: giving back the wrong (less) change and after asking they showed another bill and after asking second time, admitting they were wrong and showed the right bill and gave back the right change. Coincidence ? Don't think so… so be warned…. Good Location by the way, quite expensive though.

  • 4/5 Neha S. 4 months ago on Google
    A very nice ambience place. The staff was very friendly and we had a couple of drinks and some food would definitely recommend it for tourists.

  • 3/5 Harm van R. 5 months ago on Google
    Nice place to sit and hang however the food was overpriced. The chicken burger could use some (extra) sauce and toppings, the falafel turned out to be a salad with pita chips instead of an actual bread. Fried calamari was good.

  • 5/5 April F. 4 months ago on Google
    Cute little setting for date night! Once again I was fussy and the catered for it. Didn’t sample the cocktails but presentation of them looked fab. Tasty food too! 10/10

  • 3/5 Marinella P. 1 year ago on Google
    Great spot to chill by the beach. Food isn’t their forte but their drinks are great. The staff is very attentive.

  • 5/5 Domantas B. 1 year ago on Google
    Great place! Very friendly manager and staff. Food is good and delicious. I would recommend to stop here if you have a chanse

  • 1/5 Алина �. 1 year ago on Google
    I was sitting there for 15 minutes, asked for a menu thee times. Menu was never brought to me considering that only half of all tables were taken. I had to leave without dinner.

  • 5/5 Elizabeth Christina M. 1 year ago on Google
    Excellent service by Sanju. Amazing fish curry and rice. Beautiful location, definitely will visit again. Compliments to the chef.

  • 2/5 Vít �. 1 year ago on Google
    Feels like a tourist trap designed for Russians. Drinks and food very mediocre, quite overpriced. On the other hand our waiter was perfect.

  • 5/5 debra p. 1 year ago on Google
    We explored most restaurants in the area throughout our week and found ourselves returning to Sea Salt Society for its great service and food. Thanks to Sandeepa and others on the team for your attentiveness and creating a happy vibe. We could count on fresh, delicious food and craft cocktails that look and taste amazing. Red wine and Prosecco is a rare find in area and available here. We recommend the tapas appetizer, Mediterranean salad, whole fish, and buttered chicken.

  • 5/5 Alicja S. 1 year ago on Google
    It's a great beach bar with cool laid-back vibe. All staff is very kind and freindly, food is super delicious and so are the drinks. The location couldn't be better, especially of you want to surf. We stayed in one of their rooms for a couple of nights and then decided to change our plans and come back again for another few days :) The rooms are very spacious, modern, super clean and you have everything you need there. The best place we stayed in during our Sri Lanka trip. I know I said staff is super nice, but I mean like really top notch - very attentive, friendly and funny. When it gets busy you have a to wait a bit for your food, but just chill out and enjoy yourself - you are in paradise!

  • 4/5 Dinali Z. 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely place. Courteous staff. Enjoyed the nachos dish. Superb flavours and combination. A bit bigger portion to fit the pricing would make it to 5 stars.

  • 3/5 Nina S. 1 year ago on Google
    Didn’t have half the things offered on the menue: might be worth to reduce the menu. Also the portion was small (we had the burger). However, the view is nice

  • 4/5 Maria M. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Great music. The guitarist who plays and sings in the evenings is simply the best! Very fast and pleasant service. But the pros for us end there. They took squids - a tiny portion, without a side dish. They took shrimps: there were 6 of them, with a tail, in a sauce that lovers of spicy and salty would like, but for me it was very salty. Rice is slightly boiled. One would not have to find fault with this, but the prices are among the highest, therefore the expectation was too high. + 10% will be included in the account. (Original) Отличная музыка. Гитарист, который играет и поёт по вечерам просто лучший! Очень быстрое и приятное обслуживание. Но на этом плюсы для нас заканчиваются. Брали кальмаров - малюсенькая порция, без гарнира. Брали креветки: их там штук 6, с хвостиком, в соусе, который понравится любителям острого и солёного, но по мне было очень солено. Рис слегка разварен. К этому можно было бы не придираться, но цены одни из самых высоких, потому было завышено и ожидание. +10% будет включено к счёту.

  • 5/5 Kate L. 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing food!!

  • 3/5 m c. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Food was good but too expensive for the portions. (Original) Essen war gut jedoch für die Portionen leider zu Teuer.

  • 5/5 Сергей 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Good establishment. Tasty pizza. There is live music. Liked. There are not always free tables and chairs) (Original) Хорошее заведение. Вкусная пицца. Есть живая музыка. Понравилось. Не всегла есть свободные столы и стулья)

  • 5/5 Christian S. 4 years ago on Google
    Sea Salt Society has been our favorite restaurant throughout our whole Sri Lanka journey. The staff, the food and the service itself were outstanding. Everything was made up nicely with an eye for the detail. What you also should not miss: they have great live music three times a week. If you are in or close to Hikkaduwa, it is a must to drop by and enjoy the experience.

  • 1/5 Nikita G. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Ordered a catch of the day. After 40 minutes, it turned out that they had forgotten the order. Then they promised to bring the fish for 15 minutes. As a result, I had a fish on my plate fried to the state of rubber, which was absolutely impossible to eat. The manager just said sorry and left. A curtain. (Original) Заказал catch of the day. Через 40 минут оказалось, что забыли заказ. Потом пообещали принести рыбу в течении 15 минут. В результате у меня на тарелке оказалась рыба, прожаренная до состояния резины, которую абсолютно невозможно было есть. Менеджер просто сказал сорри и ушел. Занавес.

  • 5/5 Anthoney A. 4 years ago on Google
    Delicious food, nice cocktails, wonderful people, amazing views!

  • 5/5 Ville J. 4 years ago on Google
    Sea Salt Society was looking really inviting when we were walking by the beach with my wife. We decided to take a closer look and quickly our soon-to-be waiter Sandaru greeted us with a warm smile. We got our table near the kitchen and Sandaru handed us the menus. The range of food was pretty wide, but not too wide. Just enough to offer something for everyone. We decided to try their pizzas; Very Veggie and Sea Salt Special - amazing. Through the evening Sandaru kept checking if everything was fine and when we had any requests, he filled them fast and with a wide smile. Truly a pleasant experience. Compared to many other places we have visited in Hikkaduwa, the prizes were a bit higher, but easily justified because of the really good service. Thank you Sea Salt Society and especially thank you Sandaru, our waiter!

  • 5/5 chandni p. 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing place... Best pizza in Sri Lanka.. awesome vibe...

  • 4/5 Ksu L. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Tasty cocktails! (Original) Вкусные коктейли!

  • 5/5 Сергей �. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Were in the evening. Beautiful place. Live music played, just gorgeous guy sang to the guitar. Had a good time. (Original) Были вечером. Красивое место. Играла живая музыка, просто шикарно парень пел под гитару. Хорошо провели время.

  • 5/5 Алексей �. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A very sincere place. Were March 8th. I liked everything from lobster, service to live performance of music. Recommended. Close the truth early (Original) Очень душевное место. Были 8 марта. Понравилось все от лобстера, обслуживания и до живого исполнения музыки. Рекомендуем. Закрываются правдо рано

  • 5/5 Peter A. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Great location right on the beach! The singer Minesh Dissanayake made this evening and this place very special. We will be back! It was wonderful! (Original) Tolle Location direkt am Strand! Der Sänger Minesh Dissanayake hat diesen Abend und diesen Ort zu etwas ganz Besonderem gemacht. Wir komnen wieder! Es war wunderschön!

  • 5/5 Carolin N. 4 years ago on Google
    Great atmosphere with live music on the weekend. We loved the vibe, the food and the staff!

  • 5/5 Paul F. 4 years ago on Google
    The food was terrific. Full of flavour, fresh and delicious. The lovely team looked after us so well. Great job

  • 5/5 Rajeeva A. 4 years ago on Google
    V cool place. Lovely food

  • 5/5 Azat K. 4 years ago on Google
    Very nice place. Good for lunch or dinner, fish dishes are outstanding.

  • 5/5 Adam C. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful setting on the beach. Great food, atmosphere and music!

  • 5/5 Andrea C. 4 years ago on Google
    Very nice place right in front of the beach. Part of the tables are actually on the beach. Had dinner there. Live music, good food and nice staff. The place is also open for breakfast and lunch.

  • 5/5 Malaka D. 4 years ago on Google
    Grate Food grate service and super atmosphere

  • 5/5 Jolene K. 4 years ago on Google
    Great drinks, great food, great atmosphere. Stay till sunset for an amazing view. Staff is friendly too. Went back several times during my trip in Hikkaduwa! Thanks for the good memories.

  • 5/5 Irina 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) An unusual menu, but everything is tasty, really will please those who are looking for something unusual, but not a scribe sharp like everywhere else)))))) (Original) Необычное меню, но все вкусно, реально угодит тем кто ищет чего-то необычного, но не писец острого как везде))))))

  • 5/5 Kast B. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Great beach and restaurant. Neighbors do not even compare with this in terms of food quality and serving (Original) Отличный пляж и ресторан. Соседние даже не сравнить с этим по качеству еды и подаче

  • 5/5 pero m. 4 years ago on Google
    Very nice, but nothing local about it, could be anywhere else in the world.

  • 5/5 A F. 4 years ago on Google
    The only nice place on the whole beach

  • 5/5 Jozef C. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Live music. (Original) Muzyka na żywo.

  • 4/5 андрей �. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A beautiful place, there are places with sofas, swings, it is decorated beautifully and pleasantly. The price is much higher than the average for the beach, the food is delicious (Original) Красивое место, есть места с диванами-качелями, оформлено красиво и приятно. Цена сильно выше, чем в среднем по пляжу, еда вкусная

  • 5/5 kim n. 4 years ago on Google
    I don't think you will find a better place in this area in terms of food and cocktails. Me and my company had the crab pot and "awesome foursome". The food was better than anything we have had in Sri Lanka. And the crab pot was truly to die for and the awesome foursome is just excellent. In addition, the cocktails are superb. The bartender Sandeep went outside the menu and could deliver anything we asked for. He clearly does know how to make cocktails! If you are in Hikkaduwa, pay this place a visit. You will not regret it.

  • 4/5 Raveen J. 4 years ago on Google
    One of the best in area.

  • 5/5 elena b. 4 years ago on Google
    Good vibes, vibrant décor, live music, welcoming staff, feet in the sand, a perfect sunset: I loved this place! We had butter chicken (served nicely with rice, papadum, and cucumber riati), linguine ai frutti di mare, and a wonderful tomato soup. Just perfect!

  • 5/5 Rikaz R. 4 years ago on Google
    Great place to hang out and enjoy a good meal. Love music, good food and good vibes. Must visit.

  • 5/5 Patrick M. 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing food and by far the best service we had in sri lanka so far. Highly recommended!

  • 4/5 Per r. 4 years ago on Google
    Great food with great service

  • 3/5 Elena B. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Outwardly a nice place, but the juices are very diluted, the food is not tasty (ordered breakfast - lots of rolls, few goodies), and prices are high. (Original) Внешне симпатичное место, но соки сильно разбавлены, еда не вкусная (заказывали завтраки — много булки, мало вкусностей), а цены высокие.

  • 5/5 Marko U. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very nice place. (Original) Sehr schöner Platz.

  • 4/5 Mistah N. 4 years ago on Google
    Sunday live music while the sunsets😍😍🤗🤗 totally awesome... drinks are cold and served strong...

  • 5/5 Sway D. 4 years ago on Google
    Good food, drinks and super friendly service


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