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Dive into our menu of authentic Sri Lankan small plates, fiery street food, and soulful curries. Every dish is crafted to bring bold flavours and tropical vibes to your table.
EAT IN Menu
Hoppers
A hopper is a bowl-shaped coconut milk pancake served with coconut sambol, seeni sambol (caramelised onions with a hint of cinnamon) & lunu miris (Sri Lankan salsa) Not for sharing, they’re a must-have for first timers!!
EGG HOPPER (V & GF) (172kcal)
4.5
PLAIN HOPPER (VG & GF) (113kcal)
4
Sides
STRING HOPPERS (VG & GF) (130 kcal)
Steamed handmade rice flour noodle nests with coconut sambol. A great GF option.
5
STICKY RICE 'KIRIBATH' (VG & GF) (143 kcal)
5
BASMATI PANDAN RICE (VG & GF) (77 kcal)
5
PAROTTA ROTTI (VG) (240 kcal)
Sri Lankan flatbreads
4
CONDIMENTS
BRINJAL MOJU (VG & GF) (140 kcal)
Proudly pickled aubergine.
4
SEENI SAMBOL (VG & GF] (86kcal)
Onions caramelised with a hint of cinnamon.
3
COCONUT SAMBOL (VG & GF) (61kcal)
A fresh coconut relish blended us know and we’ll turn up the heat. with shallots & spicy green chillies.
3
SHORT EATS
CHEESY COLOMBO (V & GF) (721kcal)
Colombo-style fried cheese cubes with sticky sauce (a family FAVE that’s hit it off UK-side).
8
CHICKPEAS (VG&GF) (380 kcal)
Stir fried in coconut oil, onions, garlic, mustard seeds, coconut shavings, curry leaves & crushed chillies.
5
MEATS/FISH
JAFFNA GOAT & POTATO CURRY 12 (GF) (425kcal)
slow-cooked goat with potatoes in hearty Jaffna spices. A special recipe, courtesy of Chef’s Dad.
12
NEGOMBO FISH CURRY (GF) (310 kcal)
Packed with Sri Lankan flavours. Succulent fillet of white fish cooked in Negombo spices and coconut milk served on a banana leaf.
11
BLACK BEEF (794 kcal)
This slow-cooked, rich, dark and deeply spiced beef curry is our take on a true Sri Lankan classic. Made with hand-ground roasted spices, fresh curry leaves, and a fiery hit of black pepper, it’s bold, smoky, and packed with flavour.
10
DEVILLED PRAWNS (GF) (280 kcal)
King prawns in a spicy sticky sauce with fresh chillies & mixed peppers.
10
HOT BATTERED CALAMARI (GF) (349 kcal)
Calamari marinated in garlic & chilli, battered in polenta and served with a lemon wedge. Goes down nicely with an ice- cold lager!
9
CHICKEN CURRY ON THE BONE (GF) (408 kcal)
On the menu by popular demand from friends and family, a typical Sri Lankan curry.
9
VEGAN
KAJU MALUWA (CASHEW NUTS) (VG & GF) (512kcal)
Our most creamy dish – Sri Lankan cashews and green peas in a sweet coconut curry
8
HOT BATTERED CAULI (VG&GF) (270 kcal)
Cauliflower marinated in garlic & chilli, battered in polenta and served with caramelised onions.
8
JACKFRUIT WINGS (VG) (290 kcal)
Finger licking ready. Succulent jackfruit coated in breadcrumbs and served with a tamarind sauce.
7
MANGO CURRY (VG & GF) (210 kcal)
A slammin’ Sri Lankan classic! This dish packs a punch with its epic combo of sweet, spicy & sour.
7
FAT SISTER (VG & GF) (138 kcal)
Tender squash cooked in coconut cream, curry leaves, pandan leaves & mustard seeds. (138kcal)
6
SRI-TATO (VG & GF) (320kcal)
Roast potatoes lightly fried & spiced Sri Lankan style.
6
BEETROOT BADUMA (VG & GF) (115kcal)
Subtly sweet shredded beetroot, stir fried with onions, garlic, Sri Lankan spices and green chillies.
5
PARIPPU [DHAL] (VG & GF) (332kcal)
A rich and creamy blend of lentils & spinach, SL spices and coconut milk, slow-cooked to perfection.
5
LADY'S FINGERS (VG & GF) (85kcal)
A refreshing Sri Lankan okra salad with tomato, onion, lime juice & crushed chillies.
5
STRING HOPPER KOTTHU
Our new GF takes on the traditional Kotthu, made with rice flour noodles with chopped veg &/or meat.
MIXED SEAFOOD (GF) (411 kcal)
15
ROAST CHICKEN (GF) (402 kcal)
12
VEGETARIAN (V&GF) (340 kcal)
9
VEGAN (VG&GF) (340 kcal)
9
KOTTHU
This fine example of Sri Lankan street food is served all over the country and is made with chopped Rotti, veg &/or meat.
MIXED SEAFOOD (545 kcal)
15
ROAST CHICKEN (538 kcal)
12
VEGETARIAN (V) (474 kcal)
9
VEGAN (VG) (435 kcal)
9
FRIED RICE
Wok fried with carrots, onions, green peas & TCT chilli paste.
TOP WITH A FRIED EGG (V&GF) (77 kcal)
+1
MIXED SEAFOOD (GF) (362 kcal)
13
VEGAN (VG & GF) (281 kcal)
7
Drinks
Discover bold island cocktails, refreshing Sri Lankan Arrack blends, tropical juices, and a curated wine list. From fiery fusions to elegant sips, our drinks menu elevates every dining experience.
WINE & COCKTAILS Menu
ARK FAVES 2
RIO RUMBLE
A refreshing, tropical mix of Rio, White Rum and passion fruit liqueur.
BEACH BOY
Coconut Rum & Pineapple flavours exuding warm sunset vibes – a Sri Lankan East Coast surfers FAVE!
ST. COLOMBO
A refreshing mix of Gin & Elderflower, topped with lemonade and soda.
8 OR ORDER ANY TWO AT THE SAME TIME FOR 14
ARK FAVES
YAKA
Not for the faint-hearted but easy on the head: pure hand crafted double shots of El Rayo – a smooth sweet flavour, squeeze of lemon, tear of mint & drop of honey.
ARK SMOKED OLD FASHIONED
A twist on the prohibition classic: Ceylon Arrack, Bulleit Bourbon and Chocolate Bitters infused with smoke & served with a giant coconut ice ball. A wicked kick with a soft landing!
RASPBANGIN MARTINI
Absolut Vanilla Vodka with hints of maple syrup, mint, gentian & nettle. Fresh crushed raspberries & a squeeze of lemon.
THE DRUNKEN SRI LANKAN
A fiery mix of Sri Lankan whisky made from coconut flower sap, with native flavours turmeric & lime, topped with ginger beer
HIT ME UP MEZCAL
A tantalizing blend of Mezcal, Cointreau, Coconut Treacle and coriander. Served with Sri Lankan Achcharu garnish, its sweet and smoky flavours are guaranteed to tickle your taste buds.
NOW OR NEVER NEGRONI
Sri Lankan botanical Gin, Suze gentian root liqueur & Belsazar White Vermouth. Island botanical flavours in combo with a sour smacking lolly.
12 OR ORDER ANY TWO AT THE SAME TIME FOR 20
ARK FAVES 3
MOJITOS
ARK style refreshing Mojito made with White Rum. Choose your flavour: Raspberry or Passion Fruit.
SRI-PRESSO MARTINI
An Asian inspired twist on this espresso-based classic. With premium vodka shaken with 77 Black, a cold brew coffee and vanilla artisan liqueur, with cardamom infused sugar.
SRIKI-TIKI
A perfect blend of island flavours: golden & coconut rum, pineapple, guava, lime and a cheeky hint of raspberry.
10 OR ORDER ANY TWO AT THE SAME TIME FOR 16
SHARING COCKTAILS
CLASSIC PINA COLADA {2 sharing}
A tropical blend of Captain Morgan’s Gold Rum, rich coconut cream & fresh pineapple juice.
WILD BLING TING {4 sharing}
Only for those seeking ‘good times’. A giant elephant full of banging spirits bursting with island tropical flavours, served with a bottle of the best sparkling bubbles. Keep topped up!
MOCOTAILS
PINA COLADA ZERO 6 (163kcal)
VIRGIN MOJITO RASPBERRY/PASSION FRUIT 6 (121KCAL)
FALLEN PORN STAR 6 (121KCAL)
(TWO OF THE SAME FOR 10)