Restaurants in Vavuniya
Where to eat in Vavuniya, Sri Lanka — 4 places from local rice and curry to street food and sit-down dining. Popular spots include Maharaja Restaurant, New Shairaz Restaurant, Rich Cafe & Restaurant.
Maharaja Restaurant
Sri Lankan, Indian, Halal
A busy town-centre restaurant serving Sri Lankan and North Indian dishes, from rice and curry and kottu to biryani and tandoori, with plenty of vegetarian options and a halal kitchen.
New Shairaz Restaurant
Sri Lankan Muslim, Halal
A dependable halal eatery near the bus stand serving biryani, kottu, fried rice, rice and curry and short eats at low prices, popular with local families and travellers heading north.
Rich Cafe & Restaurant
Sri Lankan, Chinese, Cafe
A relaxed cafe-style restaurant offering Sri Lankan rice and curry, Chinese fried rice and noodles, short eats, juices and coffee, with a good range of vegetarian dishes.
Sri Krishna Bhavan
South Indian Vegetarian
A popular pure-vegetarian South Indian eatery known for crisp dosai, idli, vadai and rice-and-curry thalis at budget prices. Fully vegetarian and a reliable meat-free choice in town.
Frequently asked questions
- Where should I eat in Vavuniya?
- Well-reviewed places in Vavuniya include Maharaja Restaurant, New Shairaz Restaurant, Rich Cafe & Restaurant.
- Is there local food in Vavuniya?
- Yes — expect Sri Lankan rice and curry, hoppers, kottu and fresh seafood on the coast.