Aliyaa

The food, service and atmosphere is top class and worthy of a fine dining establishment. Everything I had was good quality and tasted fine, although some dishes worked better than others. The meal started on a high note with some complimentary Rasam served in small cups. I'm not sure what type of rasam it was but it may possibly be the tastiest rasam I've ever had. Compliments to the Chef! The Fish Cutlets were tasty but had a strong fishy aroma, perhaps from the type of fish used? The Lamb Cutlets were better in terms of taste and aroma and I preferred it over the fish. The stars of the meal for me were the Sambols or salads. The Gottu Kola, Bitter Gourd Salad and Amma's Eggplant Salad were all unique and tasty. All the salads were seasoned with grated coconut and sliced onions. These are ubiquitous of Sri Lankan cuisine and are Highly Recommended. Stir Fried Four Angle Beans were on the Daily Specials and this was very good too. I found the Fish Sothy to be a little too thick with coconut cream for my liking. It was also lacking some spiciness from green chilies which are usually added. The Drumstick Curry was similarly a little too thick with coconut cream but had a nice sourness. Both would pair nicely with string hoppers. The Signature Mutton Paal Poriyal was a dry preparation, but I felt it was somewhat mild compared to the spicy and fiery versions in Sri Lanka. Both the Vegetarian and Chicken Kothu were decent with the choice of String Hoppers. Personally I prefer the Kothu with Roti instead. Kulaiyal are packets of rice with choice of Vegetables, Chicken, Lamb or Seafood. The Vegetable and Seafood versions we had were decent but I felt the rice ended up rather mushy from the steaming. I'd prefer just plain rice with the dishes, like in a Lamprais packet. Masala Tea was rather disappointing as it came with frothed milk. Not something I'd expect in a good Sri Lankan tea, and it felt out of place.

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Aliyaa and it was nothing short of extraordinary. From the moment I stepped in, the warm hospitality and aromatic spices transported me straight to the heart of Sri Lanka. The menu is a vibrant showcase of authentic Sri Lankan cuisine, and each dish bursts with bold, complex flavors. The lamprais—a fragrant banana leaf-wrapped parcel of rice, meat, and sambols—was a standout, packed with flavor and cooked to perfection. One dish that absolutely stole the show was the seafood kolaiyal. Perfectly cooked prawns and squid were dry-fried with roasted spices, curry leaves, and just the right amount of heat, creating a dish that was intensely flavorful, smoky, and addictive. The sothi—a light turmeric and coconut milk curry—offered a soothing contrast, while the beetroot curry added a sweet, earthy touch that brought harmony to the entire spread. The appam were a true highlight—crispy, lace-edged bowls with soft, fluffy centers that paired beautifully with creamy coconut milk and brown sugar. What sets this place apart is the attention to detail and authenticity. The chefs clearly know and love the food they create, and it shines through in every dish. This is not just a meal—it’s an experience. If you're looking to explore the true essence of Sri Lankan cuisine, Aliyaa is a must-visit. Extraordinary food, heartfelt service, and a cultural journey in every bite.

One of the best meals I’ve eaten. Been wanting to try for quite some time and didn’t disappoint! All dishes had individual good blend of flavours. We LOVED the Papadam w 4 types of dips (RECOMMENDED), Fish & Chicken Curry was divine (finished the curry soup!) Kothu was really really good too, generous portion of chicken! The staff recommended String Hoppers to go with the fish curry and he was right. Blends just so perfectly when eaten tgt! Payasam was warm, sweetness just nice with hint of cardamom flavour, so good! Wattalappam was quite sweet (I am a sweet tooth but still found it rather sweet) Overall no complaints, Definitely will return very soon. PS. Price on higher side but you get more than what you pay for ;)) Starters: - Crackers & Dips - Roti Rolls - Fish & Lamb Cutlets Mains: - Chicken Kothu - Chicken Curry - Mutton Varuvals - Fish Curry - Eggplant - String Hoppers - Rice Dessert: - Wattalappam - Payasam

Each dish was bursting with rich spices and cooked to perfection. The layers of flavour in the curries were deep and comforting, just like a home-cooked meal. What stood out most was the balance between Indian richness and Sri Lankan zest, a true celebration of both cuisines. Also huge shout out to our server (Sun), who was always there with us to through out the meal.

I tried the Aliyaa Experience set and it was a great way to explore a variety of Sri Lankan dishes in one meal. The set came with a good mix of meats, seafood, vegetables, and sambols with all served together, which made it feel hearty and complete. The meal started with a fish cutlet which was crispy on the outside and flavourful inside. From the mains, I really enjoyed the prawn sothi (light coconut curry), mutton paal poriyal (tender and rich), and the pineapple curry, which added a nice sweet and tangy twist to the spread. The dunthel bath (rice) and sides like mango chutney, peanut sambol, and Amma’s eggplant salad tied everything together nicely. The dessert was sweet appam, soft and slightly sweet. A simple but satisfying way to end the meal. I also ordered the masala tea, which was warm, spiced, and not too sweet, perfect with the meal. Special mention : The welcome drink/rasam was amazing! Kudos to the chef Portions were generous and the food was served in a way that encouraged sharing. The staff were friendly and explained each dish, which was helpful since some items were new to me. Overall, it was a delicious and enjoyable experience. Would recommend this if you want to try a proper Sri Lankan meal with a bit of everything.

We had a great dining experience here. There are lots of vegetarian options to choose from. Beetroot curry is very unique. Amma's eggplant salad and tempered four angle beans are must-try, normally I don't ordered eggplant, but this is different, very tasty with great texture. Vegetables cutlets and spinach dhal also very delicious. Other than vegetarian foods, definely need to order the crab meat curry, best seafood cuury we had, recommend Jaffna for medium spice level. Service is 10 out of 10, everyone is very polite and helpful. Overall, highly recommended restaurant, definitely should have a try 👍

Can’t wait to come back. Been meaning to come for a while after being recommended. Did not disappoint at all. Classy restaurant with excellent Sri Lankan cuisine and good service. Host started us off with some complimentary rasam which itself was out of this world. Enjoyed everything we ordered from the pol roti and puttu to the cashew curry, string hoppers and potato sodhi. Prices very reasonable for a Michelin guide restaurant with classy ambience. Kids menu available too. Good to get a reservation even if on a weekday just in case. If you’re coming by Grab best to key in the actual address so that you don’t end up at the condo apartment complex of near-identical name.

An Indian skewed Sri Lankan experience (if it was meant to be) that was a little heavy on the salt for my liking, but generally a good experience and value for money. The appam was a little sweet, which I didn't expect. Very good rasam, prawns, fried bittergourd salad and dry mutton.