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Nestled in the vibrant heart of London at 21 Kingly Street, Kolamba offers an authentic Sri Lankan culinary experience that transports diners to the lush landscapes of Sri Lanka. This cozy restaurant in Soho is celebrated for its rich flavors, inviting ambiance, and a menu that showcases the best of Sri Lankan cuisine, making it a must-visit for food lovers seeking something uniquely flavorful and culturally rich.

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Food: The food at Kolamba is absolutely exquisite. It was my first time tasting Sri Lankan food, so I had no clear expectation. But I was WOWed when I took every single bite of food. Each bit of my meal was jampacked with flavor. The roti was a hard on the outside and it seemed to be filled with something -- maybe potato? What a unique roti! The chicken curry itself was perfectly seasoned and the dal was exceptional with its caramelized onions. I will forever dream about my Kolamba meal; it was definitely my best meal in London!!! 

Service: The service deserves a 3-4 out of 5. Folks were kind but there lacked an attentiveness that I think would enhance the entire dining experience. 

Ambiance: The Soho location is cozy. It's rather simple but it's comfortable. There is another dining area downstairs too.

Overall, I give Kolamba a 4/5. If in SoHo you MUST swing by -- you won't regret it.

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I had heard a lot about this place and decided to give it a try while visiting London.

The ambiance is nice, but the service was very disappointing. It almost felt like we were being treated as if we were there for free food. If you love Sri Lankan food, we know there are plenty of other places to enjoy authentic Sri Lankan flavours, so this isn't the only option for good food.

Although the food itself was ok, poor service really takes away the value of the experience. We ordered a side of rice, which arrived only after we had almost finished our curries and had to ask from another server while the first one can be seen chit chatting but not delivered what's been requested. On top of that, we were charged twice for it. While the extra charge was refunded, there was no apology or even acknowledgment of the mistake.
I have been to mom and pop shops to Michelin star restaurants but I don't see the a single reason to revisit or recommend this to anyone. 

If you're looking for a place that offers both good food and good value for what you pay, unfortunately, this isn't it.

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Super quiet inside so no worries of a wait or noise. My favorite was the string hoppers with those toppings on the side. The pol roti was especially coconuty. The chicken had good flavor but I'm not a fan of boned chicken so I would have preferred it boneless. The fish cutlets had a really nice taste as well

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Amazing food, great service and comfortable ambience. The Beef entree with Jaggery was perfect, hoppers were cooked to perfection. Will surely visit again

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Food was great! Everything was very good! We ordered a few different dishes and shared everything!

The hot cuttle fish was really good! Never had it before, but would def order again! The sauces it came with added so much flavor!

The breadfruit curry was good as well. It wasn't my favorite out of all the dishes but it was good. 

Theres so many selections and we enjoyed all of them! I wish I could remember all the names, but overall you will not be disappointed with the food selections! Try a bunch! thank me later!

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Had the lunch bowl with fish cutlet and chicken curry. The fish cutlet was delicious, nicely breaded and fries with an interesting (not traditional) sauce. The lunch bowl was not bad as such but the curry and dal were watery and made the whole bowl watery in an unpleasant way. Flavors were authentic but just not great. Best thing on the plate was the mango chutney! They should consider serving in thali type containers so this doesn't happen. Or make a less watery curry! I was asked whether I wanted still
Or sparkling water and then charged 4.50  for a large bottle I could
Never have finished as a single
Diner. Not cool to offer this without indicating it was a charge. Overall not a terrible experience but not great.

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Kolamba was magnificent. Ambiance, service, and of course, the food. We had the best chicken curry ever (and we have had a lot of chicken curry ) and the Dahl was perfect, I want to go get more now. We will return often

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Great food would highly recommend the monk fish and pumpkin dish a highlight of my trip to London

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Nice selection of Sri Lankan cuisine. A small restaurant with a great atmosphere. 

We enjoyed the chicken curry best, two big tender pieces of chicken with lots of sauce. Coconut bread was thick and tasty, good for dipping in the currry. Dal was full of turmeric and flavour. String hopper noodles were okay and best with sambal and sauce. Papadom and chutney was a nice starter too.

Overall it was a delicious meal with many selections for vegetarians and meat eaters. A lot of seafood on the menu which I didn't try but there's always next time. Service is quick.

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what can i say? some of the finest indian (ok, sri lankan) food we've ever had. for real. the daal? good lord. perfect texture, spice, flavor, unrivaled. the slow roasted beef curry was delicious - melts in your mouth, vibrant and aromatic flavors. paired it with the peacock mango and lime cider and  

so glad we tried this place! it's on our list of favs

Kolamba Sri Lankan Restaurant in Soho, London – Authentic Flavors & Cozy Ambiance

Discover the authentic and flavorful world of Sri Lankan cuisine at Kolamba, located in the heart of Londonderry on 21 Kingly Street. This cozy yet vibrant restaurant offers an inviting atmosphere that perfectly complements its rich culinary offerings. Whether you're a seasoned lover of Sri Lankan dishes or trying them for the first time, Kolamba promises an unforgettable dining experience filled with bold flavors and aromatic spices.

Visit Kolamba today at 21 Kingly Street in Londonderry to indulge in a culinary journey through Sri Lanka.

Experience a variety of Sri Lankan delights from flavorful curries to delectable snacks and desserts.

Book your culinary adventure at Kolamba today and enjoy a memorable Sri Lankan dining experience.

Experience vibrant Sri Lankan flavors at Kolamba in London’s heart. Savor authentic dishes in a lively setting—book your unforgettable culinary journey today!

Kolamba in Londonderry: Authentic Sri Lankan Cuisine

London Borough of Westminster

Kolamba

Nestled in the heart of London at 21 Kingly Street, Kolamba offers an authentic Sri Lankan dining experience that delights the senses.

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