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Chef Akila Kitchen

Restaurant

One of the Best Places To Visits in Kumbalgama


Address

23 Batawala - Pathegama Rd, Weligama, Sri Lanka

Website

chefakilakitchen.com

Contact

+94 71 193 0068

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (265 reviews)

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Working Hours

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

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  • 5/5 Akvilė B. 4 years ago on Google
    The best veg curry I had in Sri Lanka! It was worth waiting 45 min for it while being super hungry. So come earlier if you don’t want to wait too long for your dinner as it does get busy.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sebastian B. 5 months ago on Google
    Best food I had so far in Sri Lanka. Small family run place in the home of the owner, tragically located in this slighty of the track area after a gas explosion destroyed the restaurant location at the beach front a few years ago. They are saving up to rebuild but business is difficult away from the tourist Hotspots. Huge recommendation to got eat there, support these kind people and enjoy incredible dishes for a very fair price!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Zayna A. 4 years ago on Google
    Kotthu and vegetable rice and curry were outstanding. Huge portions but a small and popular restaurant. Go to the tiki bar next door for a drink while you wait.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Richard S. 7 years ago on Google
    Good food, great view. We really enjoyed the curry, flavoured well and with a novel dish, which is rare after three weeks in the country. The garlic shrimp dish was less of a success; the sweet and sour sauce was distinctly reminiscent of mediocre "Chinese" restaurants back home. That said, a couple of the devilled dishes I've had had the same flavour profile, so not deducting a star - it probably tastes as it should, just not my cup of tea. (Which reminds me, the pot of tea was very generously sized, nice touch.)
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 James H. 4 years ago on Google
    We had a great group meal here, with 10 of us heading over from our hostel. The chicken masssaman curry three of us shared was superb!

  • 4/5 Игорь �. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Small home kitchen with 6 tables. Nice view, great food. Gadogado is not bad, but not like in Bali, and 30% of the dishes are carrots. Nearby constantly waiting for guests tuk-tuki, exuding the smell of gasoline ... (Original) Маленькая домашняя кухня на 6 столиков. Хороший вид, вкусная еда. Гадогадо неплох, но не как на Бали, и 30% блюда - морковь. Рядом постоянно разворачиваются ожидающий гостей тук-туки, источая запах бензина...

  • 5/5 Ка �. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The fish is great! Fresh, juicy! It was delicious. (Original) Рыба отличная! Свежая, сочная! Было очень вкусно.

  • 3/5 Normunds S. 4 years ago on Google
    visited this place based on reviews - honestly the place is highly overrated.

  • 4/5 Lari W. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice, small restaurant with a gorgeous view. Food was excellent. Friendly but super slow staff.

  • 5/5 tom p. 4 years ago on Google
    Lovely

  • 5/5 Derek M. 4 years ago on Google
    Best food in Weligama, hands down.

  • 4/5 Rehina B. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Good place, tasty food, but quite expensive, mark-ups 2-3 times. (tips are also included in the bill). (Original) Хорошее место, вкусная еда, но достаточно дорого, наценка на напики в 2-3 раза. (чаевые также включены в счет).

  • 5/5 Caroline C. 4 years ago on Google
    The best curry we have tried in sri Lanka- really fresh and vibrant flavours at a very reasonable price - we will definitely be going back

  • 5/5 Lauren E. 4 years ago on Google
    Great menu with a brilliant view! Perfect place for a wave watching over a meal.

  • 5/5 Khalman M. 4 years ago on Google
    Absolutely recommend rice and curry: they make it with eggplant fried with honey

  • 3/5 Alon W. 4 years ago on Google
    A bit overrated. Location is great, food was OK.

  • 5/5 Asher Y. 5 years ago on Google
    Amazing food for normal prices. The staff is super nice and will tell you if the waiting time is long. Recommended to book a table in advance. For drinks they only serve beer but you can bring your own wine. Great view from the cliff to the ocean. HIGHLY RECCOMENDED.

  • 5/5 Yotam G. 4 years ago on Google
    Chef akila is lovely and cooks so good, we ate the nasi goreng ,chicken masaman, and the green salad, pasta calamari, rice and curry and all of them were great 10/10 we became regular customers, also chef akila is very nice and explain about the food and how he make it. Beautiful view to the jungle beach and awesome vibe. Definitely recommended!!

  • 4/5 Joel D. 4 years ago on Google
    Good joint

  • 5/5 Carla B. 4 years ago on Google
    amazing food!

  • 5/5 Julián Jiménez A. 4 years ago on Google
    The food was very good, the staff was very nice, though it was a little pricey compared to other local eateries. However it was definitely worth it for the amazing views and the nice food.

  • 5/5 Paul T. 4 months ago on Google
    If you've not heard of chef Akila near Welligama now you have.. and trust me when I say it's a truly inspirational dining experience. Extremely high quality fresh ingredients prepared in an open kitchen and served at his home. Small but amazing menu , we've been dining here daily ticking off the list of dishes. Massamam curry is to die for, the salad will exolode in your mouth its stunning with homemade passionfruit dressing so vibrant, the prawn dishes are exceptional. This is not your average restaurant that everyone is going to on the main roads beside the beach, it's a short scooter ride from the main street and worth every minute to get there. Do yourself a favour and try something special. Prices are a reasonable 700-2.5k considering the quality your getting. Akila and his family are also really genuine and friendly locals. His restaurant in Welligana burnt down and he's running out if the family home. Thanks mate see you again soon Akila 😁

  • 5/5 Suzannah N. 5 months ago on Google
    We’ve been travelling for 3 weeks now in Sri Lanka, by far the tastiest food. So rich & fresh & made with so much love and experience. Beautiful family & delish lemon soda, thank you🙏

  • 5/5 Marija K. 4 months ago on Google
    I recently had the pleasure of dining at Chef Akila Kitchen in Sri Lanka, and it was truly a gastronomic delight. The prawns, in particular, stood out with their exceptional flavor and preparation. The chef's expertise shone through in every bite, leaving us thoroughly impressed. The ambiance was welcoming, and the staff was attentive, enhancing the overall dining experience. A must-visit for those seeking an unforgettable culinary journey in Welligama. A few vegetarian options also available, which is a big plus.

  • 5/5 Shella G. 4 months ago on Google
    The restaurant was excellent. 👌 My son really liked the place. The food was so nice, we tried the prawn curry and roti with potato chips. Chef Akila uses only fresh ingredients and prepared the meal right infront of us. My son ordered the potato chips to take out as well. Thank you for the good food Chef Akila.

  • 5/5 Aigi A. 5 months ago on Google
    Must try place when visiting Sri Lanka. Food is delicious, home cooked and owner and family are really friendly and welcoming 🙂 Will recommend 10/10

  • 5/5 Ondřej Stejskal (. 4 months ago on Google
    Best food on Sri Lanka, we tried the massaman and prawns and it was all absolutely delicious! Chef Akila is such a great guy. We’ll definitely be coming back.

  • 5/5 ChristchurchTraveller88 1 year ago on Google
    Abundance of food, fresh, delicious and a true local experience. Prices very reasonable! The location on google maps is wrong as he is currently serving from his home however local Tuktuk drivers will know where to take you. Do not miss this one! 2175 LKR for veg curry and rice, roti, homemade potato chips and soft drinks.

  • 5/5 Richard A. 3 years ago on Google
    Best rice and curry ive tried around. We showed up in his restaurant and asked what we wanted and gave us just that in such a short amount of time. 👏👏👏

  • 5/5 Verena Z. 4 years ago on Google
    Food was incredible delicious! Portions are big, price is absolutely worth it! Service is also nice and I guess the view at daylight is amazing. Totally recommend going there!

  • 5/5 Liv M. 5 years ago on Google
    Exceptional Sri Lankan food cooked in a tiny kitchen by Akila, and served by his wife and son. The value for money is really good and the dishes are copious. By day the sea view must be amazing. Anticipate payment by cash only and no toilets on site.

  • 5/5 Natalia 4 years ago on Google
    It’s a small, calm place with a nice view over the ocean. We ordered 2 curry portions with rice and a salad. We waited a bit for a food but it was great and portions were surprisingly big- 1 would be enough for 2. Try it if you have a chance.

  • 4/5 Mark N. 5 years ago on Google
    The view is great and very romantic. Chef is a delight. Food was very good, however no bargain. Also transport from town can be expensive.

  • 5/5 ji a. 4 years ago on Google
    Every dish is well made and nutritious. Veg vegan or chicken dishes, every box has its own unique flavour. Happy customer and hope the quality, quantity and taste continues to be the same.

  • 5/5 griesmonkie K. 4 years ago on Google
    Best food @Weligama. Try it yourself. Takr care. You might get addicted to this.

  • 5/5 Haly L. 5 years ago on Google
    Very delicious food, big portions, and beautiful location.

  • 5/5 Luboš R. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Simply the best cuisine in Willigame. A lot of locals will confirm that. They brought us just caught fish for dinner (Original) Prostě nejlepší kuchyně ve Willigame. A to vám potvrdí spousta místních. Prinesli nám právě vylovenou rybu k večeři

  • 5/5 Ruben van der L. 4 years ago on Google
    Awesome view and nice food.

  • 5/5 Julyly R. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Delicious, only 8 tables and a massaman to die for! (Original) Délicieux, 8 tables seulement et un massaman à tomber par terre !

  • 5/5 Roni S. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) tasty food recommended (Original) אוכל טעים מומלץ

  • 1/5 AlWa0711 4 years ago on Google
    Not good and too expencice!! Shrimp with rice.

  • 5/5 Артем �. 4 years ago on Google
    Food was excellent. And the view is very nice

  • 5/5 Shay Z. 4 years ago on Google
    Great food! Fresh salads served in a local way Authenticity is what makes this place do great and simple Take care to reserve a place before coming over Friday night's are noisy as the neighboring bar is having a party

  • 1/5 Silvia B. 4 years ago on Google
    Rude staff. Overcharging for beer 500 and food that is not worth. Also, once i said i am gonna post a bad review they instantly got aggressive and asked for us to leave and wanted to give the money back. In the end its all about image because they run an ilegal place, just like most of the places.

  • 5/5 Jakub K. 4 years ago on Google
    My first rice and curry and I am glad it was here. So tasty with great view

  • 5/5 K T. 4 years ago on Google
    Chef Akilla and his very friendly staff is awesome 👍 stunning view, fresh, delicious juices and jummy food. We will come back!

  • 5/5 Neo Video A. 4 years ago on Google
    Very good restaurant and party in there

  • 5/5 Jonas W. 4 years ago on Google
    Very tasty local dishes and fresh fruit juices in a spectacular location! Not very easy to find. Ask locals for directions to Tiki Bar.

  • 5/5 Handren R. 4 years ago on Google
    Wonderful place,friendly environment,an amazing food..The best Rice and curry I have tried in Sri lanka so far..highly recommended.

  • 5/5 Данила �. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The best Chicken Massaman in the world) (Original) Лучший Чикен Массаман в мире)

  • 5/5 Bernhard X. 4 years ago on Google
    Excellent food, very nice staff, wonderful view! best food we‘ve had, after one week in sri lanka!

  • 5/5 Yaara H. 4 years ago on Google
    It’s always nice to find the small family business gems and this is a unique one. The chef Akila is making such a delicious food, the place is always full and for a good reason- so come on time cause the wait for the food is worth it!

  • 5/5 Nadeeraab H. 3 years ago on Google
    The best place to enjoy high quality tasty food while having a look at the sunset.highly recommend. The best place to enjoy evening with loved ones


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Cash only
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Small plates
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway

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