Eastern Wok — Restaurant in Colombo

Place is quite small, maybe accommodates around 60 people in total. We weren't really greeted by anyone when we entered but everything after that was great service-wise

The place has a bit of a confusing entrance, but that may be due to the nature and location of the place, set in a fairly old styled building off Galle Road in Colpetty. It has a side entrance with a fairly comfortable waiting area, and a main entrance through the open (what is supposed to be a garage) area

The tables are nearly all round tables. The chairs are comfortable. Lighting is mild and yellowy, set at a soothing and enjoyable level. Background music is present but not overwhelming. A/C is used to make the climate cool and enjoyable, not too cold nor too warm

We were a large party and ordered several dishes from soups to mains to drinks and desserts. Food came on time (within 20 minutes of sitting) but the wait did not seem that long even though we started quite late, around 9 pm

The Tom Yum soup was quite nice. An ample amount of seasoning was used along with a good serving of seafood. I thoroughly enjoyed the taste of the heavily spiced dish

The Hot Butter Prawns was my favourite dish of the day. A nice crispy coating, properly spiced with a beautiful creamy buttery flavour could be felt at the first bite. The prawns were well cooked through and through to make the dish a delight. An accompaniment of steamed rice was not as great, but the combination more than made up for the lackings of the steamed rice

The large Mixed Chopsuey Rice that we ordered was exactly that. Large, a good mix of chicken, beef, and prawns, and a good variety of vegetables. The only regret I have in this regard is that there wasn't enough rice for me, though there was a thick layer of vegetables and meats (more than a centimetre thick) to make up for it. A bit of extra steamed rice did the trick, making up for lost rice. The spicing was right, the oiliness was low but enough to boost taste significantly enough, i.e. do it's job, and all pieces and bits in the food complemented each other. The meats and vegetables were cooked and fried well, soft throughout, with the flavours seeping to the middles of the pieces

The Sweet and Sour Chicken, the Chicken Manchurian, and the Sichuan Fried Rice were all average. There was a good amount of spice used, but they just didn't stand out. Either the proportions of ingredients used wasn't the best or something was missing, such that flavours that shouldn't be highlighted were so

The Hot Butter Cuttlefish Kottu I would not recommend. Unlike the Butter Prawns which delighted, the kottu disappointed. Sweetened does not go with the kottu, nor does it go with hot butter cuttlefish, unless mentioned as sweetened in some way or form. The spice too wasn't really good, an overuse of capsicum dominated things and was not the best opening flavour. The rest of the spices were too mild to be felt under the sweet sauce and capsicum. Though there was an ample amount of cuttlefish served on top and the quantity being sufficient, the tastes or lack thereof kind of marred the dish's experience

The ice-cream for dessert was okay. Just normal vanilla ice-cream. A good treat when you want it. However the caramel pudding was old and hard. Not something I enjoyed at all

A special mention about the cheesy creamy? I think? pasta that was also ordered. The quality is what you'd get in a good Italian restaurant in Colombo. Spiced sufficiently, cream correct, pasta perfect

All in all, I'd definitely recommend visiting the place. The chef's recommendations tend to be the best dishes (as usual). Reservations available for...

One of the reasonably priced Chinese restaurants where you can have quality, flavorful meals is truly a hidden gem. Their hot butter cuttlefish is pure perfection; don't miss it if you visit. I had a delightful dining experience with an array of dishes that showcased the restaurant's culinary expertise. The Wok special rice and chicken fried rice were both generously portioned and cooked to perfection, offering a wonderful balance of flavors and textures.

The hot butter cuttlefish stood out with its crispy exterior and tender, flavorful interior, making it a must-try dish. The vegetables with button mushrooms provided a fresh and crunchy contrast, while the Hong Kong chicken was savory and perfectly seasoned. The sliced fish in garlic sauce was another highlight, with a delicate balance of garlic and umami that complemented the tender fish. Lastly, the chicken sweet corn soup was a comforting starter, rich and satisfying.

Overall, this restaurant offers a delightful and reasonably priced dining experience with dishes that are both flavorful and expertly prepared. Highly recommended for anyone looking to enjoy a great...

I recently ordered lunch packs from Eastern Wok and was unfortunately very disappointed with the quality of the food. The rice was incredibly bland and lacked any flavor. It was also dry and difficult to eat. I was expecting the prawns to be cooked in some kind of sauce, but they were simply pan-fried with pepper. The sweet & sour chicken was only sweet, completely lacking the sour component that is essential to the dish. The cuttlefish was so old like it had been in the freezer for so ages and it was mostly covered in batter and less cuttlefish. I have heard positive reviews about this place in the past, so this experience was particularly very disappointing.

We expect value for the money we spend on our meals, and this lunch pack unfortunately fell short of expectations. I will be leaving a more detailed review on...