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Sri Lanka’s Ultimate Buffet 🦀 PLATES at Cinnamon Grand Colombo

Among Colombo’s 5-star buffets, PLATES at Cinnamon Grand is pure love etched in my DNA—every Sri Lankan festival (like Sinhala New Year or Vesak), the counters pile high with culinary treasures: sashimi glistening fresh, seafood hot and cold, roast lamb shanks dripping with juice… Even on regular days, it nails "value for money." Short on time in Colombo? This is your spot: global flavors in one meal, no 30% tax pain. Total win🍣 🎉 Festival Specials: "Abundance" in Every Bite First visiting during Sinhala New Year, I was blown away by the spread: Sashimi station like a mini seafood market: Salmon, tuna, ark shell, sweet shrimp… 3 regular sashimi types balloon to 7 during festivals. Chefs slice to order, pieces thick as small palms, cold mist carrying a fresh sea breeze; Seafood hot and cold: Cold lobsters and blue crabs heap like hills; hot counters bubble with butter-garlic prawns and garlic-steamed shellfish. Even rare grilled squid skewers make an appearance—grab fast to get your fill🦞; Dessert station like a candy factory: Festivals add local treats—milk toffee, kokis (fried crisps)—alongside macarons and mousse cakes. Plates get little flags, lively as a party🎂. Locals say "PLATES on festivals is tradition"—families in traditional clothes gather, elders pile curry, youth grab sashimi, kids chase ice cream. The vibe sticks longer than the food～ 🍴 Even Regular Days Deliver: Sashimi, Roasts, Curries All Shine PLATES’ "strength" stays solid off-festival: Sashimi variety crushes peers: Among Colombo’s 5-star buffets, here’s sashimi always freshest—salmon belly with marbled fat, melting on the tongue; peeled sweet shrimp, tails curled, dipped in wasabi for a fresh kick. I never leave without 3 full plates; Hot seafood doesn’t skimp: Cold seafood too chilly? Try black pepper crab or cheese-baked lobster! Crab meat clings to sauce, even shell crevices taste rich; lobster tender enough to bounce, cheese mingling with sea sweetness. Dip garlic bread in sauce—carb joy maxed; Meat lovers’ paradise: Roast lamb shank skin crackles with oil, juice dribbling down bones when carved. A sprinkle of rosemary, and the aroma turns heads. Pork knuckle skin glows amber, meat meltingly tender, paired with sauerkraut—better than German restaurants🍖; Local curries hide gems: Don’t skip them! Kottu roti (stir-fried flatbread) gets made to order, griddle clanging as crumbs dance with egg and veggies—coconut and curry powder, a bite back to local markets. Lamprais (banana leaf rice) soaks up meaty flavor, even the leaf tastes sweet. 💸 Value Bomb: Skip 30% Taxes, Eat Global Flavors Sri Lanka dining’s worst? "Hidden taxes"—many restaurants add 10% service + 20% tax, a 30%+ markup. But PLATES’ bill is clear: ~¥200-250 per person (all-inclusive), way cheaper than a la carte seafood; Variety covers it all: No need for separate Japanese, local, or Western meals—perfect for time-pressed travelers; Portions generous: Sashimi piles high, lamb shank chunks big. Girls full with 2 sashimi plates + half a cake; guys stuff on roast meat. No "not getting your money’s worth" here. ✨ Ambiance: 5-Star Comfort, No Stiffness Cinnamon Grand oozes luxury, and PLATES ups the vibe: High ceilings, crystal lights casting warmth, floor-to-ceiling windows framing hotel gardens—greenery by day, twinkling lights by night. Dining feels like a vacation; Staff clear plates fast, replace bone dishes before you notice, but never hover. Casual wear works—comfortable as dining at a friend’s; Students love "treating themselves" here: Weekend meetups, juice in hand, chatting over food. ~¥200 for 5-star treatment? Better than spots. Leaving, full belly, watching hotel garden lights glow, I get why "PLATES is Colombo’s buffet gold standard"—no festival gimmicks, just fresh ingredients, variety, and fair prices, making everyone feel "satisfied." Short on time in Colombo and want "global flavors in one meal"? This is it. Festive or not, you’ll leave planning your return🦞 #ColomboEats #CinnamonGrandHotel #SriLankaBuffet #LuxuryDining #FoodieTravel

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Sri Lanka’s Ultimate Buffet 🦀 PLATES at Cinnamon Grand Colombo

Among Colombo’s 5-star buffets, PLATES at Cinnamon Grand is pure love etched in my DNA—every Sri Lankan festival (like Sinhala New Year or Vesak), the counters pile high with culinary treasures: sashimi glistening fresh, seafood hot and cold, roast lamb shanks dripping with juice… Even on regular days, it nails "value for money." Short on time in Colombo? This is your spot: global flavors in one meal, no 30% tax pain. Total win🍣 🎉 Festival Specials: "Abundance" in Every Bite First visiting during Sinhala New Year, I was blown away by the spread: Sashimi station like a mini seafood market: Salmon, tuna, ark shell, sweet shrimp… 3 regular sashimi types balloon to 7 during festivals. Chefs slice to order, pieces thick as small palms, cold mist carrying a fresh sea breeze; Seafood hot and cold: Cold lobsters and blue crabs heap like hills; hot counters bubble with butter-garlic prawns and garlic-steamed shellfish. Even rare grilled squid skewers make an appearance—grab fast to get your fill🦞; Dessert station like a candy factory: Festivals add local treats—milk toffee, kokis (fried crisps)—alongside macarons and mousse cakes. Plates get little flags, lively as a party🎂. Locals say "PLATES on festivals is tradition"—families in traditional clothes gather, elders pile curry, youth grab sashimi, kids chase ice cream. The vibe sticks longer than the food～ 🍴 Even Regular Days Deliver: Sashimi, Roasts, Curries All Shine PLATES’ "strength" stays solid off-festival: Sashimi variety crushes peers: Among Colombo’s 5-star buffets, here’s sashimi always freshest—salmon belly with marbled fat, melting on the tongue; peeled sweet shrimp, tails curled, dipped in wasabi for a fresh kick. I never leave without 3 full plates; Hot seafood doesn’t skimp: Cold seafood too chilly? Try black pepper crab or cheese-baked lobster! Crab meat clings to sauce, even shell crevices taste rich; lobster tender enough to bounce, cheese mingling with sea sweetness. Dip garlic bread in sauce—carb joy maxed; Meat lovers’ paradise: Roast lamb shank skin crackles with oil, juice dribbling down bones when carved. A sprinkle of rosemary, and the aroma turns heads. Pork knuckle skin glows amber, meat meltingly tender, paired with sauerkraut—better than German restaurants🍖; Local curries hide gems: Don’t skip them! Kottu roti (stir-fried flatbread) gets made to order, griddle clanging as crumbs dance with egg and veggies—coconut and curry powder, a bite back to local markets. Lamprais (banana leaf rice) soaks up meaty flavor, even the leaf tastes sweet. 💸 Value Bomb: Skip 30% Taxes, Eat Global Flavors Sri Lanka dining’s worst? "Hidden taxes"—many restaurants add 10% service + 20% tax, a 30%+ markup. But PLATES’ bill is clear: ~¥200-250 per person (all-inclusive), way cheaper than a la carte seafood; Variety covers it all: No need for separate Japanese, local, or Western meals—perfect for time-pressed travelers; Portions generous: Sashimi piles high, lamb shank chunks big. Girls full with 2 sashimi plates + half a cake; guys stuff on roast meat. No "not getting your money’s worth" here. ✨ Ambiance: 5-Star Comfort, No Stiffness Cinnamon Grand oozes luxury, and PLATES ups the vibe: High ceilings, crystal lights casting warmth, floor-to-ceiling windows framing hotel gardens—greenery by day, twinkling lights by night. Dining feels like a vacation; Staff clear plates fast, replace bone dishes before you notice, but never hover. Casual wear works—comfortable as dining at a friend’s; Students love "treating themselves" here: Weekend meetups, juice in hand, chatting over food. ~¥200 for 5-star treatment? Better than spots. Leaving, full belly, watching hotel garden lights glow, I get why "PLATES is Colombo’s buffet gold standard"—no festival gimmicks, just fresh ingredients, variety, and fair prices, making everyone feel "satisfied." Short on time in Colombo and want "global flavors in one meal"? This is it. Festive or not, you’ll leave planning your return🦞 #ColomboEats #CinnamonGrandHotel #SriLankaBuffet #LuxuryDining #FoodieTravel

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