Dulnetha Homestay & Restaurant.

Eating when on vacation can be expensive – particularly when you're somewhere touristy like Mirissa and Weligama. In the stretch of restaurants serving up hordes of pasta, coffee and every other fancy dish thinkable, Dulnetha Homestay and Restaurant is a breath of fresh air from it all. 

And while it's just an opinion, we're gonna be blunt about it and admit that it's more or less the perfect solution to the problem of expensive breakfasting when you're in Weligama. 

Ambience 

Dulnetha Homestay and Restuarant is first and foremostly a home. With the restaurant owners taking up some space inside, this is as homely as restaurant eating can get.

This is located smack dab in the middle of a small road straight off the main road. And while it does make things a tad difficult to find the place, the end result is quite nice because you miss all the dust and vehicles off the main road. 

Essentially a veranda of a house turned into a restaurant dining area, the ambience at Dulnetha is lovely. With plastic chairs, plenty of fresh air, a pack of friendly street dogs and clean, colourful tabletops, we loved it. It's nothing fancy but when it all comes down to the main point that is clean and comfortable dining, it's great.

The Food 

Dulnetha Homestay & Resto does everything from breakfast to lunch to dinner. But, given how we happened to drop in around 8 am, we decided to try out everything on the breakfast list. 

Every item on their breakfast list comes as an option of food + tea/ coffee adding up to a healthy Rs. 350. 

The Pancakes and bananas came as two chubby Sri Lankan pancakes packed to the brim with pol pani (honeyed coconut). I personally really liked the pancakes because they had a slight saffron tone to it that combined with the honeyed coconut, turned out to be very interesting. Plus, the pancake wasn't sweet, which meant that every sweet note came purely from the coconut and nothing else. 

The Pol Roti (Rs. 350) was essentially 2 very generously-coconut-shaving-packed rotis served with pol sambol and dhal curry. 

The rotis were two quite large rotis that were evidently made with wheat flour. But, combined with the charred bits, the light milk tones of the coconut and the slight saltiness of it all, it worked out for the best. While it doesn't necessarily add up to a heavy meal, for someone who isn't looking for too much, we say go with this. 

The pol sambol and dhal curry shown in the picture were meant to satiate both the servings of string hoppers and the pol roti. Generously portioned out, the pol sambol was a spicy, tangy concoction of grated coconut, lime and chilli. It's gotta be one of the best we've had in a while.

The serving of String Hoppers (Rs. 350) was 10 small string hoppers that were pretty much like every other string hopper you can get in any shop. Like the roti, this too was more of a light breakfast than anything else. 

The dhal curry fell along the same lines as the pol sambol. Served hot, the curry was slightly spicy, and given how every other restaurant in the area tries to tone down the spice in their food, this was a welcome feature for us. With the perfect amount of salt and bits of curry leaves, it was delicious. 

Every portion of food comes with an omelette that features bits of chopped up onion, tomato, pepper and salt. Nicely cooked with the perfect amount of seasoning to balance things out this was flavourful but not too spicy. 

Another option you could go with is the option of toast, butter and jam. Nonetheless, we don't know about you, but, for me, this was the ideal amount of toastiness on a slice of bread that makes it a proper toast. Served with a pat of butter and a full bottle of mixed fruit jam, this was as nice as breakfast could get. 

Tea/ Coffee

The final piece of the puzzle was tea or coffee. Here's where you don't get your hopes up because the tea and coffee were as basic as it could get. Tea bags and hot water for tea and Harischandra for coffee, it was okay. 

Served with 2 small jugs of cold milk and sugar, this allowed at least 2 cups of whatever for each person but, that's about it.

Service 

The staff at Dulnetha is the family that owns the restaurant. Fast-paced and very friendly, the staff was absolutely wonderful in the way they took care of everything. While they did take around 20-25 minutes to bring the food, they managed to bring an entire heap of food at once, which we commend. 

Conclusion

Owing to how clean it was and how reasonable their pricing is, we're gonna say, go for it. It's homely and the food was wonderful. It doesn't get much better than this. 

Share on facebook
Share on twitter
Share on whatsapp

Highlights.

Latest.

KAMU.

A Vintage Affair at Sky Lounge

An Evening of Fine Wine and an Italian Touch The Kingsbury, Colombo, invites you to

Highlights Kamu Trending

Taste the World: 7 Cuisines in 7 Days

Are you craving a culinary adventure? 7 Cuisines in 7 Days is your ultimate guide

Highlights Kamu Trending

The Avenue, Colombo – Review

From the moment you walk in, the space offers a sense of comfort. Its simple

Highlights Kamu Trending

7 Fine Dining Restaurants You Must Try in Colombo

Sri Lanka’s culinary scene is rapidly evolving, blending its rich heritage with global gastronomic trends.

Highlights Kamu Trending

Tea Trails & Tastes: : Best Eats in Nuwara Eliya and Ella.

By Fathima Rukaiya, Let’s take a flavorful journey through the culinary landscapes of Ella and

Highlights Kamu Trending

Press Conference: Celebrating 50 Years of The London Grill & Welcoming Visiting Chef Phillip Davenport

Colombo, Sri Lanka – 14 May 2025 – Cinnamon Grand Colombo is pleased to invite

Highlights Kamu Trending

Trending.

A Vintage Affair at Sky Lounge

An Evening of Fine Wine and an Italian Touch The Kingsbury, Colombo, invites you to

Highlights Kamu Trending

Browns Hotels Opens Turtle Conservation Hub at Dickwella Resort

On 23rd May, to celebrate World Turtle Day, Browns Hotels & Resorts (BHR) began a

Trending

Best Waterfalls in Sri Lanka (Including Hidden Gems)

By Fathima Rukaiya, There are many beautiful waterfalls in Sri Lanka, but are you unsure

Highlights Trending Yamu Guide

Taste the World: 7 Cuisines in 7 Days

Are you craving a culinary adventure? 7 Cuisines in 7 Days is your ultimate guide

Highlights Kamu Trending

The Avenue, Colombo – Review

From the moment you walk in, the space offers a sense of comfort. Its simple

Highlights Kamu Trending

7 Fine Dining Restaurants You Must Try in Colombo

Sri Lanka’s culinary scene is rapidly evolving, blending its rich heritage with global gastronomic trends.

Highlights Kamu Trending

Yamu Guide.

Best Waterfalls in Sri Lanka (Including Hidden Gems)

By Fathima Rukaiya, There are many beautiful waterfalls in Sri Lanka, but are you unsure

Highlights Trending Yamu Guide

The 2025 High Tea Round-Up

Looking for the perfect place to enjoy a relaxing high tea? Whether you're into sweet

Highlights Yamu Guide

A Curated List of 9 Japanese Restaurants in Sri Lanka

1.Salmon and Maki - Thalawathugoda Japanese Fusion Cuisine 11.00 AM - 10.30 PM (everyday) Visit:

Highlights Yamu Guide

Father’s Day Gift Guide 2025

By Linara Wimalaweera Father's Day is an opportunity to acknowledge the dedication and influence of

Yamu Guide

Top Must-Try Restaurants in Ahangama for 2025

Ahangama, a charming surf town on Sri Lanka's southern coast, is becoming a popular spot

Highlights Yamu Guide

8 Gift Ideas to Celebrate Your Mom This Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day is a special time set aside to honor the amazing women who shape

Yamu Guide