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1979 Family Restaurant

4.3(2,021 reviews)

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Choose 1979 Family Restaurant for restaurant in Sri Lanka, a venue at 188, 2 Colombo - Horana Rd, Boralesgamuwa, Sri Lanka. Booking a table in advance is worth arranging, since the dining room draws a steady local following. The kitchen serves the spice-driven cooking found across the island, built around rice and curry, fresh seafood and tropical fruit.

Diners have left 2020 reviews, and the venue holds a 4.3 out of 5 rating from that substantial body of feedback. Boralesgamuwa places the restaurant within easy reach of Colombo to the north. The menu follows the island's spice-led tradition, with rice and curry forming the backbone of most meals. Fresh seafood and tropical fruit appear alongside those curry dishes.

Opening hours run Mon-Su 11:00-23:00, giving a long daily window from late morning through to late evening. The website http://1979boralesgamuwa.shophere.lk/ carries further details about the restaurant.

Sri Lanka's tropical climate keeps the southwest coast driest roughly December-March, while the east coast is best roughly May-September, so timing a visit around those windows shapes the whole trip. International flights serve the island, and getting around is done by road and rail. Sinhala and Tamil are the main languages, with English widely used, which makes ordering straightforward for visitors. Colombo is one of the nearby places within reach of the restaurant.

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of food does 1979 Family Restaurant offer?

The kitchen at 1979 Family Restaurant serves the spice-driven cooking that defines Sri Lankan dining, built around rice and curry, fresh seafood and tropical fruit. Diners come for that style of meal across lunch and dinner service.

Where is 1979 Family Restaurant located in Sri Lanka?

1979 Family Restaurant sits at 188, 2 Colombo - Horana Rd in Boralesgamuwa, Sri Lanka. That address places it within easy reach of Colombo for anyone travelling by road or rail on the island.

How do diners rate 1979 Family Restaurant?

1979 Family Restaurant holds a rating of 4.3 out of 5, drawn from 2020 reviews, which reflects steady approval over a large number of visits. That score sits alongside its daily 11:00 to 23:00 service in Boralesgamuwa.

Is 1979 Family Restaurant worth visiting while staying near Colombo or Galle?

Travellers based in Colombo can reach 1979 Family Restaurant at 188, 2 Colombo - Horana Rd in Boralesgamuwa, which also suits those passing through on the way to Galle. The restaurant serves Sri Lankan rice and curry, seafood and tropical fruit from 11:00 to 23:00 every day.

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