Lakruwana

This is such a beautiful place with amazing traditional Sri Lankan décor that makes the dining experience feel special. The atmosphere is warm and unique. I had the lumpice and kiri pani, and both were superb. The lumpice was very flavorful, not too spicy, and wrapped perfectly in a banana leaf. Everything tasted fresh and authentic. The kiri pani was creamy and lightly sweet, a perfect dessert. Highly recommend Lakruwana if you want authentic Sri Lankan food in NYC

When I first saw the exterior of this restaurant, I was absolutely intrigued. The ornate carvings, majestic statues, and shimmering golden doors beckoned me to come in. The place was crowded and everyone seemed to be enjoying their meal. Upon being seated in one of the elaborate chairs, I had to pause and take in the visual feast around me. The cozy interior was adorned with 360 degree of stunning ornate collectibles from Sri Lanka, exquisite tchotchkes adorning the walls and hanging from the ceilings, creating a continuous visual stimulus. The hostess greeted me and explained that I could either scan the menu code or enjoy the wonderful lunch buffet for $21. (Since I visited during the weekend lunch hour, I'm unsure if the price changes at other times.) Noticing that everyone else was enjoying the buffet, I decided to follow suit, and I'm so glad I did. I'm a huge fan of Sri Lankan cuisine, and the buffet was a delight. They have hot entrées in shallow cauldrons that are constantly being refilled. The spread consisted of many vegetarian delights alongside a few meat entrées, such as deviled chicken and pork curry. My personal favorites were the eggplant, dal lentils, and the kale and coconut salad. Their papadam was light and delicious, so definitely don't skip those! Along another wall, the dessert station featured sago, chocolate, caramel, mango, and gooseberry puddings. The latter two were my absolute favorites.

A pleasant Sri Lankan authentic spot on staten island. Nicely decorated with delicious food and pleasant service. I suggest to visit. Enjoy!

An amazing exotic atmosphere adds to your dining experience. Food is presented well and almost like eating art. Friendly staff. It would have been better if the waitress could have explained the dishes. As a 1st time , it was tasty and well presented. I’d like to try the buffet to be able to experience a variety of options.