What should I order at Olive Restaurant?
Olive Restaurant
Rice and Curry
Highly recommended by multiple reviewers as a large, flavorful spread featuring numerous side dishes. It is noted for its outstanding taste, variety, generous portions, and authentic Sri Lankan flavors. Many visitors consider it the best curry they had in Sri Lanka.
Vegetarian Curry (Sri Lankan Vegetarian Curry)
Frequently praised for its outstanding flavor and variety, with some reviewers highlighting the absence of any fishy aftertaste and the care taken to keep vegetarian dishes pristine. It includes multiple vegetable dishes such as brinjal fry, mango curry, beans, carrots, leeks, dhal, and fresh coriander salad.
Fish Curry / Grilled Fish
Mentioned as especially delicious and a standout dish, with grilled fish noted for being the best at a very reasonable price compared to other beachside restaurants. The fish curry is also praised for its rich taste and freshness.
Vegetable Kottu
Recommended as tastier than anywhere else, a favorite among reviewers who enjoyed the Sri Lankan curries and vegetable dishes.
Leek Curry
Specifically highlighted by one reviewer as their favorite among the many curry dishes served, praised for its flavor.
Hours
| Monday | 10:30 AM to 10 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10:30 AM to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:30 AM to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 10:30 AM to 10 PM |
| Friday | 10:30 AM to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 10:30 AM to 10 PM |
| Sunday | 10:30 AM to 10 PM |
About Olive Restaurant
Olive Restaurant is a restaurant in Bentota, Sri Lanka, known for authentic Sri Lankan food, especially rice and curry, vegetable curry, kottu, fish curry, and chicken curry. Reviewers consistently praise the large portions, fresh flavors, and warm family-run hospitality. It is described as casual and quiet, with outdoor seating, dine-in, and takeout available. The restaurant is popular for lunch, dinner, and solo dining, and it accepts reservations.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great dessert
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Offerings
- Coffee
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Quiet
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked questions
What is Olive Restaurant known for?
Olive Restaurant is best known for rice and curry, served as a large spread with multiple vegetable dishes, dhal, and popadoms, plus authentic Sri Lankan curries. Reviewers also single out fish curry, vegetable curry, and kottu for their fresh flavor and generous portions.
What dishes are most recommended at Olive Restaurant?
The most recommended dishes are rice and curry, vegetable curry, vegetable kottu, fish curry, and chicken curry. Reviewers also mention specific items like mango curry, leek curry, grilled fish, and a vegetarian rice bowl with brinjal fry, beans, carrots, and dhal.
What is the atmosphere like at Olive Restaurant?
The atmosphere is casual and quiet, with outdoor seating and a home-style family-run setting. Reviewers describe it as warm and welcoming, which works well for solo diners, groups, and tourists looking for a relaxed meal in Bentota.
Is Olive Restaurant good value?
Yes, reviewers repeatedly call it reasonably priced, with one noting the grilled fish was a fraction of the price of beachside restaurants. The portions are also described as very big, especially the rice and curry platters, so the value is strong for the price.
What should I know about timing or wait times at Olive Restaurant?
The restaurant is popular for lunch and dinner, and reviewers mention coming back multiple days during a Bentota stay, which suggests it is a dependable repeat stop. Since it accepts reservations and has usually plenty of parking, it can be a convenient choice if you want an easier visit at meal time.
Is parking available at Olive Restaurant?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Olive Restaurant have vegetarian options?
Yes, Olive Restaurant offers vegan options.
Is Olive Restaurant kid-friendly?
Yes, Olive Restaurant is good for kids.
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