The overnight oats bowl was a decent size for the price. Pretty good for a light dinner, honestly. Staff were friendly and didn&#39;t keep me waiting. Nothing fancy, but it did the job. Maybe a bit quiet in there, but fine for a quick bite.

Stopped by for lunch &mdash; the building itself is worth seeing. Had the veg pizza off the daily menu, pretty solid. Prices are on the higher side but you&#39;re kinda paying for the vibe. Service was fine, nothing crazy. Wouldn&#39;t come every week but decent for a one-off.

The grilled fish and curry were fresh, no complaints there. Portion was decent for the price. Beachside spot, but I only cared about the food anyway.

Service really stood out here. Our server checked in just the right amount, never hovering. Water stayed topped up, dishes came out at a good pace. One small thing&mdash;we had to flag someone down for the bill, but honestly that didn&#39;t bother me much. Food was solid too, but the service is what I&#39;d remember.

We showed up way past closing and they still let us in. Kitchen reopened just for us. Food was fresh, hot, and honestly really good. Not sure I&#39;d expect that kind of treatment anywhere else. Place was empty but service felt personal. Maybe a bit slow since we were the only ones, but no complaints. Solid spot.

Stopped by for lunch after surfing. Kottu was solid, dahl had good spice. Family running the place is friendly without hovering. Price felt fair for the portion. Not the fastest service, but I wasn&#39;t in a rush. Would eat here again if I&#39;m back in Arugam Bay.

An absolute gem by the Bentota River! The breathtaking view sets the stage for an extraordinary dining experience at Malli&#39;s. The restaurant itself is a marvel, and the food is nothing short of outstanding. The Prawns Curry, in particular, stands out as the best I&#39;ve ever had &ndash; a burst of flavors that left a lasting impression. Malli&#39;s is a must-visit for those seeking a perfect blend of stunning ambiance and culinary excellence.

The vegetable kottu roti was fresh &mdash; lots of crunchy carrots and cabbage mixed through, not too oily. Portion was generous for the price. Service took a while though, so I wouldn&#39;t come if you&#39;re starving. But the flavors were solid, felt like proper home-style cooking. I&#39;d go back for the roti alone.

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