Authentic Sri Lankan eats w/ a super friendly owner. A no-frills fave that's Bourdain-approved.
A true taste of Sri Lanka awaits at this no-frills, beloved Staten Island spot. Known for its authentic flavors and incredibly friendly owner, Viji, it offers a culinary journey that feels like dining in a home. The food is consistently praised, with many noting it's reminiscent of home cooking and Anthony Bourdain himself was a fan.
This Sri Lankan restaurant is highly recommended for its authentic and delicious cuisine, reminiscent of home cooking. Standout dishes include the 'amazing' black vegetable curry and a 'spectacular' crab curry, though be aware it can be spicy, especially the crab curry, due to its authentic preparation for a Sri Lankan palate.
"The crab curry is described as spectacular and the black vegetable curry is highly praised, though it may be spicy. Other recommended dishes include the Vegetable Roll, Meat Roll, and Kottu Roti."
Customers rave about the authentic Sri Lankan food and the exceptionally warm and welcoming service, often highlighting the owner's personal touch.
Important Note
One commenter noted that the black vegetable curry, while amazing, caused severe digestive issues.
"As a Sri Lankan Tamil, this user believes New Asha serves food closest to what they ate growing up, and also recommends Spicy Lanka in Queens for its buffet."
Positive"The user really liked New Asha, mentioning it serves kottu roti and string hoppers, common in Sri Lankan cuisine. They also had a great experience with the owner/staff who prepared a plate of curries."
Positive"New Asha was recommended as a Sri Lankan restaurant in Staten Island that offers meals like lamprais or rice and curry, which are served in a banana leaf and consist of various components."
Positive"New Asha is recommended for Sri Lankan food."
Positive"The user highly recommends New Asha Sri Lanka for its impeccable service and food, mentioning that the owner was very approachable and helpful with the menu."
Positive"The user mentioned trying New Asha during the summer and expressed a desire to return to try the crab curry and egg paratha."
Positive"The author noted that the Sri Lankan restaurant felt like walking into someone's home and highlighted the kindness of the owner, Viji, who offered samples of various dishes. The crab curry was specifically mentioned as spectacular."
Positive"New Asha in Staten Island was recommended for Sri Lankan food."
Positive"The user mentioned that the Sri Lankan crab curry at New Asha is generally spicy because it is primarily made to suit a Sri Lankan palate."
Positive"The commenter regularly visited New Asha for their "amazing" black vegetable curry, deeming the severe digestive aftermath "worth it" due to the dish's quality."
Positive"User describes New Asha as a "hole-in-the-wall" spot with a super friendly owner who provided delicious recommended dishes tailored to the customer's preferences."
Positive"The user visited New Asha, a Sri Lankan spot on Staten Island, as part of a nice day trip to the island, implying a positive experience with the food."
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