Hey there, curry aficionados! Ready for a flavor expedition?

I’m the party leader of the Kumamoto Curry Party, sailing under the banner “Curry isn’t just food, it’s an adventure!” #CurryVoyage

This episode brings us to an exceptionally authentic haunt.

It all started with a “curry party” while in Kumamoto as an exchange student…

Today, I will be sharing about “Ruvani Sri Lanka Restaurant ” unveiled on January 15, 2015, nestled in the heart of Chuo Ward, Kamibayashi, Kumamoto City.

Perched on the second floor, the spot boasts roughly 20 cozy seats.

With counter and table seats accounted for, the restaurant has a capacity of about 20.

Meet the dynamic duo: Ruvani-san, the culinary wizard, stands to the right, with her partner-in-spice, Sampika-san, to the left.

Ruvani-san, after her scholarly pursuits in Sri Lanka, tied the knot and embarked on a new chapter in Japan, enrolling in the graduate school at Sojo University in Kumamoto City.

Amid her studies, she became known for throwing legendary curry parties, enchanting her academic circle. It was this culinary camaraderie that sparked the inception of her venture into creating a restaurant based on Sri Lankan home cooking, eventually leading to the birth of this establishment in Namikizaka.

Affordable Lunch Sets at 850 yen & Party Options!

The curry lunch set, a steal at 850 yen, offers a choice of rice, noodles, or fried rice, complemented by a salad, Ceylon tea, and dessert.

Recently, we held a dinner gathering with the Kumamoto Curry Party here, and I’d love to share some highlights from our menu. They offer various plans, including all-you-can-drink options, tailored to your budget.

1. Cabbage Salad

2. Chili Nuts & Crunchy Chicken

3. Patties

4. Tandoori Chicken

5. Cheese Kottu

6. Cutlets

7. Sri Lankan Omelette

9. Lamprais (Lump Rice)

10. Dessert

I’ll tell you about the dishes we enjoyed the most.

3. Patties

These are Sri Lankan-style fried dumplings generously filled with a mix of potatoes and fish, similar in shape to empanadas or Jamaican patties.

5. Cheese Kottu

Kottu is a dish where thinly sliced roti (flatbread) is stir-fried along with various ingredients. You’ll hear the distinctive sound echoing from the kitchen as it’s briskly stir-fried.

9. Lamprais (Lump Rice)

Lamprais is a traditional Sri Lankan dish where a banquet of curry, rich in spices and herbs, is neatly wrapped in a banana leaf. This packed meal features basmati rice cooked with a blend of spices, accompanied by fried eggs, dhal curry, chicken curry, and sautéed eggplant, among other ingredients.

Basmati rice, a premium grain, is considered a delicacy in Sri Lanka. Due to the meticulous process of cooking basmati rice with spices, lamprais is available by reservation only.

It’s… SO GOOD!!!!!

Diving into this lamp rice is like unboxing a treasure chest of flavors – a sensory journey through Sri Lanka’s culinary heritage at Ruvani’s. With each bite, you’re riding a flavorful rollercoaster of sweet, spicy, salty, bitter, astringent, and sour – a harmony that’s simply irresistible.

Stay tuned for more culinary explorations – because in the world of curry, we’re not just eating; we’re embarking on a flavorful adventure!

For a feast that’s both a delight to your taste buds and a boon for your health and beauty, look no further than Ruvani’s Home Cooking. It’s not just a meal; it’s a journey through Sri Lanka’s spice-laden landscapes, all from the comfort of your dining table.