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What to order
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Chicken Kottu
Recommended several times for being very flavorful, delicious, and well-cooked, with reviewers specifically highlighting the chicken version as a standout.
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Noodles
Mentioned as tasty and cooked perfectly, with multiple reviews saying the noodles were full of flavor and among the best items on the menu.
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Devilled Chicken
Praised for being absolutely amazing and incredibly flavorful, with one review calling it a highlight of the meal.
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Pineapple Juice
Recommended for being very fresh, smooth, and especially memorable, with one reviewer calling it 'OMG' good.
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Mango Lassi
Specifically recommended in one review as a great drink pairing, mentioned alongside the highly praised koththu.
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Chicken Pasta
Mentioned positively as very flavorful and enjoyed alongside chicken kottu, making it a well-liked option beyond the Sri Lankan dishes.
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Hoppers
Recommended because the restaurant was sought out for them and they were described as good, with the homemade preparation adding to the experience.
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Roti
Praised together with curry as part of a delicious meal, noted for being made with care and passion.
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Grilled Chicken
Called incredible in one review, making it one of the standout meat dishes mentioned.
Details
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
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| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
About Ariyam Restaurant
Ariyam Restaurant is a family restaurant in Dambulla, Sri Lanka, known for Sri Lankan food, especially kottu and curry with roti. Reviewers consistently praise the friendly owner, warm family hospitality, and the fact that the place was built and decorated by the owner. The restaurant is described as casual, quiet, and cozy, with generous portions and very affordable prices. It is popular for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and solo dining, and also offers dine-in, takeout, delivery, and drive-through.
Amenities
Service options
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Drive-through
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Offerings
- Coffee
- Quick bite
- Small plates
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Quiet
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Ariyam Restaurant known for?
Ariyam Restaurant is best known for kottu, especially chicken kottu and egg kottu, along with curry and roti. Reviewers repeatedly mention the friendly owner and say the food is full of flavor, with generous portions and a true Sri Lankan taste.
What dishes are most recommended at Ariyam Restaurant?
The most recommended dishes are kottu, including chicken kottu and egg kottu, plus curry and roti. Reviewers also highlight hoppers, noodles, devilled chicken, grilled chicken, mango lassi, pineapple juice, and coconut roti.
Is Ariyam Restaurant good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, reviewers describe the food as very affordable, with big portions and fresh homemade dishes. Combined with its Dambulla location and table service, it is often praised as a high-value stop for kottu, noodles, and other Sri Lankan dishes.
What else should I know before visiting Ariyam Restaurant?
Many reviewers mention the owner and family are especially welcoming, and some say the restaurant was built by the owner himself, which adds to the charm. It is a popular stop on the way to Sigiriya or Kandy, and parking is usually easy with free parking lot and free street parking available.
Is parking available at Ariyam Restaurant?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is Ariyam Restaurant kid-friendly?
Yes, Ariyam Restaurant is good for kids.
