Last Updated: ~1 month ago
Phone: (347) 857-6619
Address: 668 BAY STREET 10304
Vibrant Sri Lankan street food w/ colorful decor & must-try kottu roti. Weekend buffet a plus!
Immerse yourself in a vibrant Sri Lankan experience at this Staten Island gem, where every surface tells a story through colorful murals, sculptures, and flags. The enthusiastic owner ensures a personal touch, making you feel right at home. Indulge in well-executed traditional street food, with the chicken kottu roti and traditional hoppers served with yellow fish curry being particular standouts. The generous portions are perfect for sharing, making it an ideal spot for a flavorful culinary adventure.
Specializing in traditional Sri Lankan street food, this restaurant is highly praised for its authentic flavors. Standout dishes include the chicken kottu roti and hoppers with yellow fish curry, both noted for their generous portions and excellent execution. The weekend buffet is a recurring favorite among patrons.
"The chicken kottu roti and traditional hoppers with yellow fish curry are highly recommended, with the kottu roti even being delicious as leftovers."
Customers rave about the authentic Sri Lankan cuisine and the immersive, colorful decor. Many highlight the excellent weekend buffet and the friendly, engaging owner.
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One user expressed that the Staten Island location makes it less appealing due to travel time.
"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."
Positive"Recommends Lakruwana for Sri Lankan food on Staten Island, noting the area has a large Sri Lankan population. Mentions it provides a more dressed-up ambiance compared to New Asha."
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