A Blessing for Chinese Food Lovers in Colombo 🍚

After days of exploring and eating in Sri Lanka, feeling overwhelmed by curries and spices and craving home-style dishes, I finally let out a sigh of relief the moment I turned into that alley with spas on Galle Road. This Chinese restaurant, tucked away among a cluster of star hotels, felt like a sudden "savior": the prices are surprisingly affordable, and it offers a fusion of spicy and mild flavors. Whether you’re craving bold tastes or prefer something gentle, you’ll find something to suit your palate. After eating, you can pop over to buy local specialties nearby—no detours needed for a smooth itinerary🇨🇳 📍 Super Convenient Location: A "Canteen" Near Star Hotels, Grab Specialties on the Way The restaurant is hidden in an alley off Galle Road, just steps away from several star hotels (no need for a taxi if you’re staying nearby!). A few minutes’ walk from the alley exit brings you to shops selling black tea, cashews, and other local specialties—truly a one-stop shop for eating, exploring, and shopping: It’s a 5-10 minute stroll from nearby hotels, so you don’t have to brave the scorching sun to find a place to eat ; During meal times, you’ll often see Chinese tourists staying in hotels or business travelers popping in to get takeout, like a "secret canteen for locals in the area"; There’s a small sign at the alley entrance that reads "Chinese Fusion Cuisine." Follow the navigation to "the alley with spas on Galle Road"—if you see locals heading in, you’re almost there. 🍳 Fusion Dishes Understand Chinese Taste Buds: Spicy Enough to Kick, Mild Enough to Warm The "fusion" in the menu isn’t just a gimmick—it blends the spiciness of Sichuan and Hunan cuisines with the freshness of Cantonese-style dishes, so even elderly folks or kids who don’t eat spicy food can fill up: Mala Xiang Guo (Spicy Dry Pot) We chose shrimp, luncheon meat, lotus root slices, and wide noodles. It arrived bubbling with red oil, the aroma of Sichuan peppercorns hitting our noses. The spiciness was just right (you can choose mild/medium heat). The shrimp had their veins removed, and the wide noodles soaked up the sauce—one slurp made us sweat, but we couldn’t stop. It felt just like the spicy dry pot joints near universities back home, comforting enough to make us homesick; Pineapple Sweet and Sour Pork A godsend for non-spicy lovers! The pork chunks were crispy outside, tender inside, coated in a sweet-sour sauce. The fresh pineapple chunks burst with juice, and the balance of sweet and sour was more "authentic" than locally adapted versions—no cloying sweetness. Pair it with rice, and you’ll polish off two bowls; even picky kids scrambled for bites; Steamed Fish The fish was fresh local catch, steamed so tender it fell apart at the touch of chopsticks. Drizzled with soy sauce and scallion oil, it had no fishy smell—just the natural sweetness of the meat. Perfect for elders or anyone craving something light, with the steaming done just right, like home-cooked meals; Stir-Fried Vegetables Stir-fried choi sum and broccoli, fragrant with garlic, crisp and not wilted—refreshing and palate-cleansing. A plate after spicy dishes, and your stomach feels instantly comfortable. 💰 Surprising Prices: Full for Under ¥50 Per Person, Half the Price of Hotel Meals The most stunning part is the price: A small mala xiang guo costs ¥60, pineapple sweet and sour pork ¥45, steamed fish ¥80 (enough for 3-4 people). Three people ordering 3 dishes and 1 soup pay just over ¥50 per person; Compared to Chinese food in nearby star hotels (often over ¥150 per person), this place has unbeatable value for money—perfect for students or budget travelers; Portions are generous: a plate of sweet and sour pork piles high like a small mountain. Two girls can easily share 2 dishes, and leftovers make great late-night snacks. ✨ Practical Tips: Ideal for: Tourists staying in nearby hotels, workers craving Chinese food, families with elders/kids (adjustable spiciness is a game-changer!); Hidden perk: The owner speaks Chinese and can recommend "local specialty shops favored by locals"—head there right after eating for hassle-free shopping; Avoid peak times: You might wait 5 minutes during meal rushes (12-14:00, 18-20:00), but it’s worth it—after all, finding "reliable Chinese food" in Colombo is rare. Leaving with takeout mala xiang guo and newly bought black tea, I suddenly realized that in a foreign land, a meal this "solid and convenient" is more memorable than any trendy spot. Staying near Galle Road in Colombo? Keep this restaurant in mind—it’ll be your first thought when you crave Chinese food🍚 #ColomboRestaurants #Colombo #SriLanka #SriLankaChineseFood #FusionCuisine