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Ella's Kottu Queue Worth Joining
Matey Hut is a Sri Lankan restaurant near the railway tunnel in Ella, known locally for rice and curry and chicken and cheese kottu at prices most restaurants in town can't match, LKR 400–1,200 per person. Known for its eggplant curry and no service charge policy, Matey Hut draws a genuine queue at lunch and dinner, so arriving early pays off. It's the kind of place where the crowd tells you everything before the food does.
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Signature Dishes: Chicken and cheese kottu and rice and curry, served in several varieties, are what most people come for.
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Also Worth Ordering: Eggplant curry, samosas with rotti and poppadoms, and banana fritters with mango lassi to finish.
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Best For: Budget travellers, solo diners, and anyone wanting a straightforward Sri Lankan meal without the tourist markup.
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Special Features: Two-hour cooking classes let you learn the rice and curry technique behind the menu.
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Cosy Ambience: A small, local setup near the railway tunnel with a queue that forms fast at peak hours.
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Diet-Friendly Options: Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free diners are well catered for, and the kitchen is halal-friendly.
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Easy Access & Amenities: No service charge added to the bill, and prices run LKR 400–1,200 per person - arrive early to skip the queue.
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