Shanmugas

Vegetarian South Indian Vegetarian, Vegan Friendly

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★ 4.3 · $$$ · Hours

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lightbulb Popular tips:  "Try the dosas and vadas, especially ulundu vada and onion rava dosa" "Try the dosas and vadas, especially ulundu vada and onion rava dosa"
"Ask staff to make dishes vegan by omitting dairy or ghee"
"Arrive before 10 PM as kitchen closes sharply at 11 PM"
"Expect some menu confusion; clarify dish contents with staff"
"Consider takeout or delivery via Uber Eats for convenience"
 

restaurant_menu Must-try:  vada, medu vada, dosa vada — popular (×4)
medu vada — popular (×4)
dosa — popular (×4)
idli — popular (×2)
string hopper — fan-favourite
 

thumb_up Praised for:  friendly staff, many vegan options, attentive service friendly staff ×6
many vegan options ×2
attentive service
knowledgeable about vegan
hygienic
 

Shanmugas is a family-run vegetarian restaurant specializing in authentic South and North Indian cuisine, with a strong focus on flavorful, plant-based dishes including dosas, vadas, and thalis. The venue offers a casual and family-friendly atmosphere, well-suited for both dine-in and takeout, and is praised for its attentive and knowledgeable staff. While prices are slightly higher than typical local eateries, many reviews highlight the quality and authenticity of the food as worth the cost; note the venue closes sharply by 11 PM.

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Hours

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Sunday 8 AM-10 PM

Monday 8 AM-10 PM

Tuesday 8 AM-10 PM

Wednesday 8 AM-10 PM

Thursday 8 AM-10 PM

Friday 8 AM-10 PM

Saturday 8 AM-10 PM

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53/3 Ramakrishna Rd
Colombo 00600
Sri Lanka

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Spinach Rating

star 4.3

out of 5

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External ratings

star 4.3 (3,420 reviews)

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star 4.15 (13 reviews)

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Vegan Friendliness

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Good vegan options

Vegan Options

many

Protein Options

urad dal, paneer (can be requested without dairy), lentils, chickpeas

Menu Clarity

confusing labeling

Staff Knowledge

Knowledgeable

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Uncertain Ingredients

Shanmugas

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