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 2. Sri Lanka
 3. Colombo
 4. Restaurants


MINISTRY OF CRAB

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MINISTRY OF CRAB

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Crabs are a major income earner for Sri Lanka’s fishing industry, but most are
exported. This high-profile restaurant rectifies this loss by celebrating the
crustaceans in variations ranging from Singaporean chilli crab to locally spiced
crab curry. The garlic pepper preparation is sublime. Two owners are former
captains of the Sri Lanka cricket team plus there's famous chef Dharshan
Munidasa.

Easily one of Colombo's top restaurants, a couple can easily drop Rs 15,000 on a
truly superb meal with drinks (an average-sized crab for one costs Rs 6600). Be
sure to book ahead.

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DETAILS

 * AddressOld Dutch Hospital
 * Col 1
 * Phone011-234 2722
 * Websitewww.ministryofcrab.com
 * Hours6-11pm Mon-Fri, noon-11pm Sat & Sun
 * Pricemains Rs 2000-8000

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