Authentic Sri Lankan eats. Delicious curries, esp. black veg & crab. Friendly owner. A must-try!
This Staten Island gem is a no-frills destination for authentic Sri Lankan cuisine. Regulars rave about its "amazing" black vegetable curry and spicy crab curry, often calling it the best Sri Lankan food they've had, even comparing it favorably to other established spots. The owner is frequently mentioned as incredibly friendly and welcoming, adding to the overall positive dining experience.
This restaurant is highly recommended for its authentic Sri Lankan food, with standout dishes including the "amazing" black vegetable curry and spicy crab curry. While most feedback is positive, one user mentioned that the crab curry is very spicy and primarily made to suit a Sri Lankan palate. Other mentioned items include lamprais, rice and curry, kottu roti, and vegetable/meat rolls.
"The "amazing" black vegetable curry and the spicy crab curry (often a weekend special) are frequently highlighted by customers. Lamprais, rice and curry, kottu roti, and vegetable/meat rolls are also mentioned positively."
Customers consistently praise the authentic and delicious Sri Lankan food, with particular highlights being the curries and crab dishes. The warm and friendly service from the owner also contributes significantly to the positive overall experience.
Important Note
One dish, the black vegetable curry, reportedly caused severe digestive issues for one customer, though they still found it "amazing" and "worth it."
"This restaurant was mentioned in an article about Sri Lankan New Year celebrations in NYC, alongside other Sri Lankan food options."
Neutral"Specifically recommended the Sri Lankan spicy crab curry at New Asha on Staten Island, noting it's typically a weekend special and providing an Instagram link."
Positive"Recommended the crab curry at New Asha in Staten Island, noting it's spicy and usually only offered on weekends."
Positive"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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