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Gaayathri Mess

Indian Vegetarian, Vegan Options

Vegetarian

$

Top tips

  • Try the masala dosa for breakfast.
  • Good to know: Bring your own drinks as the venue does not serve beverages besides bottled water.
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  • Expect simple, home-style Sri Lankan and Indian vegetarian dishes.
  • Visit the nearby Gayathri temple after your meal for a cultural experience.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention curry.

Good for

Praised for friendly service and affordable.

Good to know

  • Breakfast, lunch, takeout, quick bites

About

Gaayathri Mess is a modest vegetarian restaurant known for simple, home-style dishes like masala dosa and fried vegetable rice, all at very affordable prices. The venue does not serve beverages but provides bottled water; despite its basic appearance, guests appreciate the attentive service and flexibility to accommodate special requests. The restaurant's location next to the Gayathri temple adds a cultural touch to the visit, and recent reviews emphasize the kindness of the staff and the authenticity of the food.

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XQFG+MF2, Gamunu Mawatha, Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka, 22200

Opening hours

Monday
07:00–21:30
Tuesday
07:00–21:30
Wednesday
07:00–21:30
Thursday
07:00–21:30
Friday
07:00–21:30
Saturday
07:00–21:30
Sunday
07:00–21:30

the food

4.7 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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How we rank

eating vegan

Limited vegan options

vegan options
Some · 3–5 dishes
menu
Poorly marked
staff
Friendly
protein
lentils, beans
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