Dining Out: Colombo Street

Sri Lanka (previously known as Ceylon) is located in South Asia and is an island country in the Indian Ocean.

The largest city is Colombo, which is the financial centre, too.

Sri Lanka’s history can be traced back some 3000 years, with prehistoric settlements prior to that. Today, Sri Lanka is very much recognised as a developing country.

The tropical climate is warm. Prevailing winds, from the ocean, have a large effect on the temperatures, The cuisine of Sri Lanka holds a lot of interest for many and includes extremely popular curry and rice dishes, amongst others.

I located Colombo Street Restaurant & Bar in Nottingham and they were very proud to show me their authentic cuisine, including products and spices imported from Sri Lanka. The menu lists starters, main dishes, side staples, curries, stir-fries, plus rotis, rice and more.

For a starter I chose DEVILLED CHICKEN DELIGHT (Stir-fried with homemade sweet and sour sauce, chilli paste, plus pineapple, peppers and onion). A grand commencement to the dining experience, with very good flavours, in abundance.

For main I selected GALLE FACE ROTI (Gothamba Roti (2) and Egg Roti served with tempered Seeni Sambal, plus a choice of main curries, that included Coco Chicken, Spicy Jackfruit, Southern Fish and others).

I opted for NEGOMBO PRAWN CURRY and added a side of DHAL (Red split lentils cooked in spices and coconut milk). Together, these selections made an impressive combination, with the complementing flavours being perfectly balanced and all having excellent presentations - Compliments to Chef. Head Chef, Jagath, with the team, take a great amount of pride in the cooking and presentation of dishes, to make most memorable dining occasions.

My option for dessert settled on CHOCOLATE BISCUIT PUDDING (Layers of chocolate and cinnamon mousse between buttery biscuits). This Sri Lankan home classic delectation made a delicious and splendid ending, to a really great meal.

Wines/drinks include Sri Lankan productions. Collections and deliveries, plus outside catering, for events and occasions, are also available.

Thank you to Suwani, for exemplary service throughout.

An excellent recommendation.

Colombo Street Restaurant & Bar, 2 - 4 Adam’s Walk, Fletcher Gate, Nottingham NG1 1QS. Tel: 0115 648 5608

As always, Enjoy!

Review By Trevor Langley