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Katagesma, located in Hanwella, Sri Lanka, is an Asian restaurant that captures the essence of authentic Sri Lankan cuisine. Frequent patrons rave about the flavorful dishes, emphasizing the restaurant's strong spicy undertones that evoke a home-cooked feel. Customers like SANTHUSH HT appreciate the clean environment and laid-back vibe, even if the service is merely average.
One highlight is the diverse selection of curries, as noted by diners like Metrologist Bureau Veritas, who praised the tasty and high-quality meals, further complimented by a complimentary yoghurt dessert. The lunch buffet offers great value, with a variety of unlimited curries, ensuring everyone can find something to enjoy.
The innovative "kilo foods" concept, where customers can purchase fried rice and biriyani by weight, adds a unique twist to the dining experience. Although well-received, diners such as Yasas Sachinthaka pointed out the dimly lit dining area, which could be improved for solo diners. Overall, Katagesma stands out as a go-to spot for an authentic Sri Lankan dining experience at reasonable prices, making it a worthwhile visit for locals and travelers alike.
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- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
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- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
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- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Quiet
- Trendy
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- Groups
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Based on 57 reviewsKatagesma is widely appreciated for its authentic Sri Lankan cuisine, featuring a variety of spicy and flavorful dishes that evoke a homemade quality. Customers frequently mention the unique offering of purchasing food by weight, particularly for fried rice and biriyani, which adds a convenient and flexible dining option. The restaurant is noted for its extensive rice and curry buffet with a diverse selection of curries, complemented by reasonable pricing, especially for lunch buffets. While portion sizes are generally average, the quality and taste are consistently praised. Service is considered polite though moderate in speed, and the casual, clean atmosphere contributes to a relaxed dining experience in Hanwella. Overall, Katagesma is seen as a solid choice for authentic, traditional Sri Lankan meals.
Katagesma Restaurant serves flavorful Sri Lankan food, especially with a strong spicy touch. The dishes taste homemade and authentic. Prices are expensive and portion sizes are normal. Service is average – not too fast, but polite enough. The place is clean and has a local, laid-back vibe. It’s a good stop if you're in the area and want to enjoy traditional food without spending too much. A satisfying experience overall.
Had the Lunch from here. Vast varieties of Curries to select from. Tasty & Quality meal. Authentic Sri Lankan dishes. You'll get a free yoghurt when you're having the meal there, as the desert. Recommending & Will visit certainly on next times.
Most reasonable price for a lunch buffet. All the curries & gravies can be added to your plate if needed taste was superb. for the dinner you can buy Kottu in kilos. (Rs.600/= per Chicken kottu 1kg) not a bad deal
I recently visited Katagasma in Hanwella and found it to be an amazing restaurant. They offer a unique "kilo foods" concept, allowing customers to buy fried rice and biriyani by weight, which is quite convenient. The restaurant also features a large rice and curry buffet with 12 different curries that are unlimited, although chicken, fish, and pork are served in portions. I tried the rice and curry for 650 LKR and found it to be excellent value for money. One drawback is the rice koththu dining area, which is too dark and lacks portions for single diners. Despite this, Katagasma is a great place to enjoy a variety of delicious food options.
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