Best restaurants near Peradeniya botanical gardens.
Where can we get an authentic, spicy rice and curry lunch right after our garden walk.
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Right outside the main gates of the Peradeniya Botanical Gardens, there are several excellent local spots. The Honeypot Cafe is fantastic for a quick, high quality coffee and light snacks in a relaxing environment.
For a slightly more upscale, air conditioned meal, The Royal Mall restaurant nearby offers excellent Sri Lankan and Western dishes, perfect for cooling down after a hot garden walk.
If you want authentic, highly spiced local food, cross the main road and visit the small Peradeniya Rest House. They serve a massive, delicious rice and curry buffet that is incredibly cheap and popular with university students.
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