Decent Pol Sambol — nothing more, nothing less

Pol Sambol at this place was fine. The tangy from goraka and tamarind flavour was there but not distinguished. Ceylon cinnamon was present in the right quantities but without the care that makes the difference. You can taste when something is being made to a formula.

Maldive fish is a uniquely Sri Lankan ingredient with no close equivalent elsewhere. The a Colombo rice and curry lunch setting was generic rather than immersive. ginger beer was offered but not explained. If you're in the area and want Pol Sambol it'll do. If you're going out of your way, look elsewhere.