Last Updated: ~2 months ago
Phone: (347) 857-6619
Address: 668 BAY STREET 10304
Vibrant Sri Lankan decor, authentic street food, and a weekend buffet make this a must-visit.
This Staten Island gem offers a vibrant and colorful dining experience with its unique Sri Lankan decor. Renowned for its authentic street food, the restaurant provides a delightful journey through Sri Lankan flavors. The enthusiastic owner adds a personal touch, making each visit memorable. Don't miss their kottu roti and traditional hoppers.
This restaurant specializes in authentic Sri Lankan street food, with standout dishes including the chicken kottu roti and traditional hoppers. The weekend buffet is highly recommended, offering a wide selection. Customers consistently praise the authenticity and flavor of the dishes.
"The chicken kottu roti is a standout dish, highly recommended by patrons and described as a must-try. Traditional hoppers are also frequently mentioned as a delightful option."
Customers express high satisfaction, praising the authentic Sri Lankan cuisine, vibrant ambiance, and the owner's personal touch. The weekend buffet is a significant highlight.
Important Note
While highly praised for its food, some potential visitors may be deterred by its Staten Island location.
"Lakruwana is listed as an all-you-can-eat spot."
Positive"This user simply mentioned Lakruwana as a recommendation."
Neutral"The author has visited Lakruwana multiple times and found it to be a great and authentic Sri Lankan restaurant."
Positive"The author loved Sri Lankan cuisine and highly recommends the weekend buffet at Lakruwana, specifically mentioning the chicken kottu roti as a must-try. The interior was described as scenic. The dish was also good the next day."
Positive"The author loved Sri Lankan cuisine and highly recommends the weekend buffet at Lakruwana, specifically mentioning the chicken kottu roti as a must-try. The interior was described as scenic. The dish was also good the next day."
Positive"The author enjoyed the restaurant and would travel to Staten Island for it, highlighting the Sri Lankan options."
Positive"The author finds Lakruwana appealing but is deterred by its Staten Island location, suggesting it's not worth the travel."
Neutral"Suggests Lakruwana on Staten Island for Sri Lankan food, highlighting its all-you-can-eat buffet."
Neutral"Lakruwana, located in Staten Island, is mentioned as an all-you-can-eat option."
Positive"In response to an inquiry about Sri Lankan food on Staten Island, Lakruwana was recommended."
Positive"This user called out Lakruwana as an example of the good spread of cuisines and price points on the NYT list."
Neutral"This user suggests Lakruwana in Staten Island, specifically recommending their weekend buffet for a $100 meal."
Positive"The commenter loves Lakruwana, noting its popularity due to its weekend buffet and approachability, and describes it as "awesome.""
Positive"Lakruwana was suggested by a commenter as a potential Sri Lankan buffet option in NYC. This restaurant was mentioned in a thread about finding buffet dining in the city."
Neutral"Recommended again as a worthwhile Sri Lankan restaurant to check out on Staten Island."
Positive"Recommended as a place to try Sri Lankan food if visiting Staten Island."
Positive"Lakruwana has a $21 buffet."
Neutral"Lakruwana and Enoteca Maria are two of my fondest NY food memories, both excellent!"
Positive"The Sri Lankan weekend buffet at Lakruwana."
Neutral"A user simply recommends Lakruwana."
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