
Restaurant GURU
Discover diverse cuisines in a charming treehouse setting with a fireplace, known for its kotthu, Indian dishes, and pizzas. Open late!

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Restaurant GURU

Highlights
Must-see attractions
Discover diverse cuisines in a charming treehouse setting with a fireplace, known for its kotthu, Indian dishes, and pizzas. Open late!
"A must-visit for good vibes, delicious food, and a unique dining experience in Nuwara Eliya."
Extended Operating Hours
Open late until 11:00 pm, offering options from breakfast to dinner.
Try Unique Desserts
Don't miss out on unique sweet treats like banana crepes with ice cream.

Quick Facts
Cuisine
International, Indian, Pizza
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+94 77 358 6284
Address
King Fern Cottage, 203/1A St Andrew's Rd, Nuwara Eliya 22200, Sri Lanka
Highlights
Discover the most iconic attractions and experiences

Unique Treehouse Ambiance
Dine in a cozy treehouse setting with a fireplace, perfect for a relaxed evening with occasional live music.

Diverse Cuisine Selection
Savor a wide array of dishes including authentic kotthu, flavorful Indian curries, devilled specialties, and delicious pizzas.

Personalized Hospitality
Experience warm welcomes and personalized recommendations from the owner, a rastaman musician.
Plans like a pro.
Thinks like you
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Extended Operating Hours
Open late until 11:00 pm, offering options from breakfast to dinner.
Try Unique Desserts
Don't miss out on unique sweet treats like banana crepes with ice cream.
Ask the Owner for Advice
The owner is happy to provide food recommendations tailored to your preferences.
Enjoy Live Music
Visit for the chance to enjoy live music and jam sessions.
Tips
from all over the internet
Extended Operating Hours
Open late until 11:00 pm, offering options from breakfast to dinner.
Try Unique Desserts
Don't miss out on unique sweet treats like banana crepes with ice cream.
Ask the Owner for Advice
The owner is happy to provide food recommendations tailored to your preferences.
Enjoy Live Music
Visit for the chance to enjoy live music and jam sessions.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Restaurant GURU offers a unique dining experience with a variety of cuisines, praised for its pizzas and Indian dishes. Many guests highlight the friendly owner and the cozy treehouse ambiance with a fireplace. However, some reviewers have experienced extremely slow service and found certain dishes to be disappointing or inedible.
"Great place for live music. We had a lovely time with Nishan the owner, Madura, Samanthe, and the others, sharing stories of the city and a nice chat about life in general. We will be back next year for some jam sessions !"
Blanca Maldonado
"Very disappointing, given all the positive reviews before. Service was appallingly slow, each meal brought out individually and with 5 minutes between each meaning it took over 25 minutes for 7 of us to receive our food. Kids had noodles which were okay however the devilled beef was tough to the point of being completely inedible, and chicken curry had virtually no meat (all bone). When I raised my complaint with our server, he smiled and said thank you, so something lost in translation. All in all, not a place I would recommend."
Laurence Jamieson
"Wonderful experience. We arrived very late to the restaurant to have dinner and all the service was really nice to us. They set up a table next to the fireplace and we ordered Biranyaki Chicken, Kothu and french fries, also some cool beers. The food was really good and the bartenders were very friendly. We met the owner of the place, a rastaman musician well known in the area. He took us on a tour of the place and shown us the club they have downstairs for live music. Good vibes. They also have acommodation, 8 double rooms each one with a private bathroom, which is called King Fern. Looks nice too. If you want to have a good time this place is a must in your trip to Nuwara Eliya."
David Hernandez
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Frequently Asked Questions
Restaurant GURU is open daily from 7:00 am to 11:00 pm, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Yes, the restaurant occasionally features live music and jam sessions.
Yes, the owner is very hands-on and often provides personalized recommendations.
The restaurant offers a diverse range including kotthu, Indian selections, devilled dishes, soups, and pizzas.
Indeed, unique options like banana crepes with ice cream and homemade celery soup are available.
The ambiance is described as a cozy treehouse setting with a fireplace, creating a relaxed atmosphere.
Guests particularly enjoy the pizza and Indian dishes like chicken tikka and butter chicken.
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Where to Grab a Drink in Nuwara Eliya
Restaurant GURU serves a variety of cuisines but is well known by the locals for its kotthu and Indian selections. The lively little café provides its customers with a treehouse setting, complete with a fireplace and slow flow live music on occasion, making it an ideal setting to indulge in a chilled-out drink. Operating hours: 7.00 am to 11.00 pm Address: No. 203/1a, St. Andrew’s Drive, Nuwara Eliya Contact No: 0773 586 284 Instagram: restaurant_guru_ne
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