Sri Lanka Hilton Buffet 🍴 Graze Kitchen

Among Sri Lanka’s buffets, Hilton’s Graze Kitchen stands out like a breath of fresh air—while others charge even for water, this spot serves 7-8 house-made drinks free-flow. Apple ice tea is so crisp it whets your appetite, like sipping tropical breeze; better yet, there’s a dedicated Chinese food station, where Mapo Tofu’s spicy kick revives homesick taste buds instantly. Watch black swans glide by from window seats, or chat in private booths—this ~¥200+ meal feels like a steal✨ 🥤 Free Drinks Bonanza: Complimentary Sips When Others Charge—Apple Ice Tea Steals the Show First grabbing a plate, I was shocked by the drink station: Apple ice tea in glass jars glows amber, ice clinking against the cup. First sip: apple sweetness, followed by a hint of black tea astringency—so refreshing it cuts any greasiness. Three cups down, still craving more; There’s also lemongrass iced drink (with Southeast Asian aroma), passionfruit soda (tart enough to jolt), Ceylon iced tea (rich local tea, no bitterness)… all house-made, no cheap syrup taste. Staff even refill your cup (voluntarily)—unheard of in Sri Lankan buffets, feels like a "hidden treasure"; Compare to others: Some charge 50 LKR for water, others bill soft drinks separately (a cola costs 100+ LKR). Hilton’s "free-flow" alone makes it worth it! 🍳 Chinese Food Station Joy: Mapo Tofu & More—Homesick Taste Buds Rejoice Spotting "Chinese Food Station" in a foreign buffet, I slowed down: Mapo Tofu simmers in small clay pots, still steaming. Sichuan chili bean paste aroma mixes with Sichuan peppercorn tingle, tofu so tender it breaks with a spoon. Pair with white rice, and nostalgia hits hard; Beyond Mapo Tofu, there’s stir-fried veggies (qing chao xilan hua, garlic you mai cai—cooked like home), tomato and egg stir-fry (golden eggs, perfect sweet-sour), even steamed dumplings (slightly thick skin but juicy filling). A Chinese friend said, "Better than many Chinese restaurants here"; International dishes don’t lag: Sashimi station serves thick salmon slices, hot food has juicy roasted lamb chops, local curry station fries kottu roti to order, even dessert counter’s coconut sago tastes familiar. One meal spans Asia to Europe—choice overload guaranteed. 🦢 Ambiance: Black Swans as "Neighbors," Booths for Privacy Hilton never skimps on ambiance, and Graze Kitchen nails "comfort": Window seats are "viewing hotspots": Outside, black swans glide across the pond, occasionally dipping heads for food, feathers gleaming white. Watching them while eating slows down time; Private booths are perfect for chats: Plush fabric sofas, dividers blocking neighboring tables. Squabble over the last cake slice, travel plans—no interruptions, total privacy; Warm-toned elegance: Wooden tables with metal pendant lights, food lit beautifully at stations—even salads look appetizing. No stiff 5-star formality—casual wear fits right in. 💰 Price: ~¥200+ Well Spent At ~¥200+ per person, it’s not the cheapest 5-star buffet in Colombo, but "free house drinks + Chinese station + black swan views" make it worthwhile: Compare to similar-priced buffets: Few offer (signature drinks) free, fewer have Chinese food. Hilton’s "east-meets-west + drink freedom" is a win for travelers; Students/budget-conscious? Opt for lunch (¥30+ cheaper than dinner)—same dishes, fewer crowds, quiet black swan watching. Leaving, half a cup of apple ice tea in hand, stomach full of Mapo Tofu and lamb chops, I glance back to see a black swan by the window, as if saying "come back soon." Suddenly, I get why Graze Kitchen has repeat customers—it knows what travelers want: a taste of home, a free refreshing sip, and undisturbed comfort. Visiting Colombo and want "good food + good drinks + good vibes"? Graze Kitchen delivers～ #HiltonBuffet #ColomboEats #SriLankaFood #InternationalBuffet #TravelDining