One of the much sought after accommodation and food and beverage providers serving the mid-market, Dewasiri Seafood Restaurant in Hikkaduwa, has re-invested and upgraded to meet the demands of the modern day traveler. Chairman Dixson Buddha Koralage said that he was based in Italy and was working in the cleaning business and decided to invest in Sri Lanka as he saw the huge potential for tourism. “Several years ago I invested Rs. 25 million to build a Dewasiri Seafood Restaurant and offer accommodation in my native town Hikkaduwa. Due to our superior service and friendly hospitality we also have many repeaters especially from Europe who are also long stay guests and today have added more luxury rooms to meet the demand of travelers adjusting to the limited space we have. In addition we have also upgraded our kitchen and increased staff to accommodate some of the walk-in guests who come to enjoy our diverse cuisine which are very affordable. Due to our beach frontage and facilities arranged for them in the beach both local and foreign guests also have the option to dine and enjoy the Indian Ocean. We could accommodate around 30 guests in our restaurant and in the beach cabana area. After doing several surveys I found that there was a vacuum for quality seafood restaurants in Nuwara Eliya and invested a further Rs. 40 million to open the Grand Dewasiri SeaFood Restaurant four years ago. Later I added five luxury rooms for this property which I have taken on lease.” The Grand Dewasiri Cottage offers three double rooms and one family room with a lobby with large cable TV and hot water, heater and other modern amenities. This restaurant, open for outside guests also offers special seafood and can accommodate 60 guests.
