Avartana — Restaurant in Colombo

Last Night We went to the newly opened Avartana restaurant in ITC Ratnadipa Hotel in Sri Lanka for our dinner. .Avartana is a great destination for fine dining South Indian cuisine with a Sri Lankan twist. They are known for their innovative take on the cuisine and have been credited with taking Indian cuisine to global acclaim. Expect a menu that redefines traditional flavors with a touch of Sri Lankan flair. The restaurant likely boasts a beautiful and elegant dining room, perfect for a special occasion. Dinner service is from.Mon-Fri 6:30 PM-11:00 PM Sat-Sun 12:00 PM-3:00 PM, 6:30 PM-11:00 PM. The name Avartana comes from a Sanskrit word meaning "rhythm, mysticism and magic," and this is exactly the experience the restaurant strives to create for its guests. Avartana locations mention dishes like clarified rasam, Sights and food and desserts with unique presentations. In case you have not been to Avartana before, here is what you can expect — Four guided dining experiences, which vary in time and the number of courses as well as price point. For instance, there is a seven-course Maya menu, a nine-course Bela menu, an 11-course Anika menu, All the above three menus are available as veg or non-veg and 13-course menus Tara exclusive with seafood .which could take well beyond two hours or three Hours . There are 2 private eating stalls in this restaurant. If you want to eat as a group, you can discuss with them and book those stalls.This is the best experience we have had in a restaurant. Avartana Restaurant at itc Ratnadeepa Colombo is a casual dining establishment with a beautiful ambience. From the moment we entered this restaurant until we left without us, we received excellent friendly service from all the staff. It is a pulse point that they are efficient and well trained. The foods we know are surprising us and presenting to us beautiful views by combining different foods. It is here to surprise you. If you go here to get food, you will definitely be satisfied and happy with the food. all seems quite magical to us. The desert was amazing .. fennel panna cotta in an angel hair caramel nest is a Pure vegetarian Desert presented as beautiful egg resting in a nest made of angel hair Caramel The egg shell is made from premium white Chocolate white of egg is a pannacotta and inside for the yolk the chefs have use a beautiful mango filling .The Dessert is a piece of art with a theatrical presentation . All dishes are delicious and of high quality. Their staff will kindly inform you about how to eat the food when they serve it and if you want to know more about it they will tell you very carefully. All the staff of avartana provide excellent service to all their customers which adds value to their restaurant.Our special thanks to all the staff who served us well. Mr.amarkrishan - Restaurant manager very is a very supportive person /Mr.Ruwan who gave us a Wonderful service. Nadeera, Derick,Diviyan,Denver,Azeer,Gayan,Gration,Miraj,Akthar,karthikah,Sudilmi,Sewmini,Gauri,Diya and Chef sunanda / Lathika .Highly recommended this place for all locals as well as foreigners...

Title: A Spectacular Dining Experience – Perfect for Special Celebrations

Our experience at Avartana in ITC Ratnadipa was nothing short of extraordinary as we celebrated my parents’ 50th wedding anniversary. From the moment we arrived, the hospitality, attention to detail, and personalized service made this special occasion truly unforgettable.

We chose the Bela tasting menu, and every dish was a perfect fusion of tradition and modern culinary artistry. The pork cracker was an unexpected delight—a single bite packed with an astonishing depth of flavor, crispy yet rich and umami-filled. Another standout was the asparagus and coconut stew, where the fragrant turmeric broth and delicate string hoppers perfectly complemented the asparagus, creating a dish that was both comforting and exquisitely refined.

Just when we thought the experience couldn’t get any better, the dessert stole the show. The panna cotta egg with angel hair caramel was simply breathtaking—a masterpiece of delicate textures and balanced sweetness. The smooth, silky panna cotta encased within a delicate shell was already a marvel, but the crispy angel hair caramel added a stunning contrast, making every bite a blend of indulgence and lightness. It was the perfect finale to an already exceptional meal.

Beyond the phenomenal food, what truly made the evening unforgettable was the thoughtful preparation by the Avartana team. They went above and beyond to decorate our table beautifully with roses and a special anniversary cake, adding a deeply personal touch to our celebration. A heartfelt thank you to Nadeera, whose patience, attentiveness, and genuine warmth ensured that every detail was executed flawlessly. His exceptional service made us feel truly valued and celebrated.

Avartana isn’t just a restaurant—it’s a culinary journey filled with surprises, elegance, and impeccable hospitality. Whether you’re celebrating a milestone occasion or simply seeking an unforgettable dining experience, this is an absolute must-visit in Colombo. We can’t...

We were at the Avartana restaurant in the newly opened ITC Ratnadipa hotel in Colombo a couple of weeks ago. The restaurant is only open for dinner. It has a view of the sea and the port city but as it's dark, sadly the view cannot be appreciated in full.

We had a fabulous time. The food is costly as it's a fine dining restaurant but it was worth every penny and a unique experience.

The decor was an understated elegance, with beautiful tableware. It was very pleasing to the eye.

The menu was a series of small plates menus from LKR 9,000 to LKR 13,000 The LKR 13,000 one was a seafood menu. The food was a delightful fusion between Indian and SriLankan cuisine.

The beauty of the menu is for each price range, there was a veg and a non veg option menus.

We chose the menu Anika, which was the LKR 11,000 one. All menus are accompanied by a rasam, which was very flavourful and mild.

There were a couple of meat items on the menu that I didn't eat. The servers checked with the chef and she graciously substituted 2 other items for me. During the middle of the meal we were thinking if the food was going to be enough but before the last 2 dishes, we were actually quite full!

The plating was very unique, and each dish had a different plating presentation. Each dish was very different from the other and so flavourful. Also, each dish was described by the servers and from where it originated.

The most unique dish was where there was a tiny ghee candle in the dish. This was lit and the ghee melted into the rest of the food. Even the wick was edible. It was delightful.

The service was great and the servers were very professional, courteous and friendly.

I would highly recommend this experience for...