Bombay Sweet Park (Bambalapitiya).

Bombay Sweet Park is a mini-restaurant at the top of Visakha Road. They do some great samosas and a super milky, refreshing strawberry milkshake. They’re also popular for their rice and curry and muscats (squishy gelatinous squares of almond, cashews, ghee etc). 

The Food

We’re always reviewing new restaurants that keep popping up in Colombo and over the years restaurant cuisine and prices have fluctuated. But one thing has stayed the same throughout and has always kept its customer base happy: roadside kades. Bambalapitiya, where Bombay Sweet Park is, is famous for the shops along the pavements that let out wafting scents of fried food and hordes of full-bellied men. Just a skip away from here is in fact one of the many popular Hotel de Pilawoos in the city.

The food at roadside kades like Bombay Sweet Park – a 12 year old family-run joint – has remained tasty and cheap, and we’re grateful for that. 

We tried their shorteats and they were all delicious. We’d highly recommend their samosas: perfectly crispy and stuffed to the brim with a spicy good ratio of meats and veggies, and also go for their Chinese rolls. Another place that’s legit when it comes to shorteats is Tasty Caterers. All shorteats here cost Rs. 35, and they make an ideal light breakfast to pick up on the way to work. 

I don’t know whether it was the heat that day or what, but this was one superb strawberry milkshake. It came in a tall glass, very cold, thick, freshly blended, sweet and milky, and very strawberry-icecream-ish. They’ve also got other fruity milkshakes and juices, all for around Rs. 150. 

Like other tiny shops on the Galle Road stretch nearby, they’ve also got some decent panikaju and milk toffees too, Rs. 5 a piece. The muscat here is pretty chewy and flavoursome as well, but like the rice and curry packets, the stocks all thin out by afternoon. 

Ambience

It’s basically a tiny room run by two friendly Muslim uncle types, and it’s got two tables inside. As you can see in the picture, the glass cases usually full of sweets and main meals are wiped clean by as early as 1PM, which attests to their lunch time popularity.

Conclusion

Bombay Sweet Park like so many roadside shops in Bamba, Kollupitiya and Pettah, does its job well and its consistently easy prices are a big relief after your wallet does a few rounds at Colombo’s bigger restaurants. We’d suggest this place for shorteats/ buth packet takeaway or for a short solitary milkshake break between work hours. 

Share on facebook
Share on twitter
Share on whatsapp

Highlights.

Latest.

KAMU.

Iftar delights at The Banyan, Heritance Negombo

Iftar delights at The Banyan, Heritance Negombo Written by Fathima Rukaiya, Mad Dogs Bodega, Banyan

Highlights Kamu

Budget-friendly Iftar spots 2024

Written by Fathima Rukaiya, In our previous article, we highlighted some exquisite and upscale Iftar

Highlights Kamu

Iftar Buffet Round Up 2024

Written by Fathima Rukaiya As Ramadan arrives, a warm feeling of reflection and community fills

Highlights Kamu

Discovering Pasta Paradise: The Pasta Factory, Galle Fort

In the historic Galle Fort, The Pasta Factory brings a taste of Italy to Sri

Highlights Kamu

A Home for Desi Dreams – Bombay Nights by Radisson Colombo

As we stepped into the ‘Dine’ in Radisson Colombo, our senses were immediately tantalized by

Highlights Kamu

Steak Bar: A Grand Sunday Brunch at Kingsbury, Colombo

Written by Shamrina C Welcome to the ultimate brunch experience! Nestled in the heart of

Highlights Kamu Yamu Guide

Trending.

Experience the Elegance and Excitement of RTC Tourism Race Day in Nuwara Eliya

RTC Nuwara Eliya will hold its RTC Tourism Race Day on 30th March 2024 at

Trending

“85th Annual Mount Lavinia 2-Mile Sea Swim” by SLASU held at the Mount Lavinia Hotel Beach

The "85th Annual Mount Lavinia 2-Mile Sea Swim" organized by Sri Lanka Aquatic Sports Union

Trending

Sheraton Colombo Hotel celebrates International Women’s Day with empowering insights

Sheraton Colombo Hotel, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of over 30 extraordinary brands, marked International

Trending

Anantara Kalutara Presents an Elevated Gastronomic Journey to Italy

Kalutara, Sri Lanka - March 14, 2024 - Anantara Kalutara Resort is delighted to announce

Trending

List of Party Venues 2024

By Fathima Rukaiya Finding the perfect place to host a party can be a hassle.

Highlights Trending

LCY Unveils Debut ‘LCY for Her’ Collection, Redefining Women’s Polo Wear with Strength, and Sophistication

Thursday, 14, March, 2024, Colombo: LCY, a brand synonymous with manufacturing high-quality men’s polos of

Trending

Yamu Guide.

Steak Bar: A Grand Sunday Brunch at Kingsbury, Colombo

Written by Shamrina C Welcome to the ultimate brunch experience! Nestled in the heart of

Highlights Kamu Yamu Guide

9 Special Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas for Him

By Fathima Rukaiya Are you trying to find the perfect way to show your special

Highlights Yamu Guide

9 Special Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas for Her

Written by Fathima Rukaiya The season of love is upon us once more, and opinions

Highlights Yamu Guide

Romantic Dinner and High Tea date spots for Valentine’s Day  2024

Written by Shamrina C 1. Via Torino Indulge in a fine dining exclusive 3-Course meal

Highlights Yamu Guide

BYOB Bliss: 16 Places to you can Bring Your Own Bottle!

Written by Shamrina C 1. Giovannis Indulge in Italian flavors, grooving music, pet friendly, and

Highlights Yamu Guide

Unveiling Ramada’s Festive Christmas High Tea Extravaganza!

Written by Shamrina C Mark your calendars for the 22nd, 23rd, and 24th of December,

Highlights Yamu Guide