Coconut, chili, and spices flavor Sri Lankan food at Spicy Zest - Restaurant & Bar in Farmers Branch, available for pickup.
Order onlineSweet Chili Curry
$14.00+
Thai-style red curry with seasonal vegetables and a protein choice.
“My wife and I love this Sri Lankan restaurant. The lumprice, dhal, kottu, milk tea, and sweet chili curry are all in our rotation list. The owners are great and Mohan the head server is amazing. 10/10 will continue coming back!”
Sri Lankan Special Crab Curry
$60.00
Snow crab curry with Sri Lankan spices, breads, rice and coconut sambol.
“Was craving some authentic Lankan food and my mind was blown! I had the crab curry, which was excellent! Finally also a place that serves egg hoppers and all the other good Lankan food items. They also have a little grocery store in the back with spices and other things, such as Siddhaleppa. I still have to try their brunch buffet on the weekend, but Im sure it's going to be amazing (I mean, it's literally like at a 4+ star hotel in Sri Lanka, because they prepare the hoppers and eggs fresh in front of your eyes!!!).”
Dhal
$10.00
Lentils cooked with spices and coconut milk form this curry.
“I love Indian Food, and this was even better. The dahl is a must. The biryani had a great taste, and the fried chicken with it was the best I ever had. We went here Sunday, January 11, at 12:30 p.m., and ordered a la carte instead of the buffet. The server was super friendly. You will love this place.”
Chef's Special Veggie Curry
$12.00
Choose beetroot, green bean, or mango curry as the preparation.
“Whether you've had Sri Lankan cuisine many times, or this is your first time, this is the restaurant that is a MUST visit! The food is fantastic, however where this restaurant truly shines is the service -- they deserve 6+ stars!! Everyone is friendly and goes out of their way to make the experience extraordinarily comfortable and carefree. I attended a "Friday family buffet night" ($21 for one including a margarita, tea, coffee, juice/soda) -- so many amazing dishes -- lamb biryani, fresh Kottu prepared in front of you, several curries, and delicious rices. Enjoy!”
Biryani
$13.00+
Spiced pan-toasted rice with your chosen protein, vegetables, and sides.
“We have had chicken Biryani cooked by chef Gayan here, It was soo delicious and it is a must try.”
Lumprais
$18.00+
Banana-leaf-wrapped rice with curry sides, fried egg, and cutlet.
“It's a hidden gem in Dallas. If you like coconut and fresh spices then this is the place. You should try Lumpraise. It is rice and couple of curries with choice of protein, steamed in banana leaf.”
Rice & Curry
$15.00+
Steamed basmati rice, three vegetables, a chosen protein and papadam.
“I've been a regular to this place for the last 3 years. Almost once in 2 months. Love the rice and curry”
Yellow Rice
$15.00+
Pan-fried spiced rice with cashews, fried egg, sambol and dhal curry.
“I've ordered multiple items from Spicy Zest's menu over a few years and all the dishes have been excellent. My favorites are the yellow rice and lamprais.”
Pan-toasted wheat noodles with vegetables, egg, and your protein choice.
“If you want to taste Sri Lankan food in DFW area, the only place to visit is Spicy Zest. They have buffet on Friday evening and on Sunday brunch. The varieties are so wide you would not be able to taste all on one visit. We have visited Spicy Zest since its inception and see that there is an improvement each time. I am including some photos to show the varieties available.”
Hopper
$3.00+
Crisp rice crepe served with crushed onion-and-chili lunumiris.
“This is one of the only Sri Lankan restaurants that I know of in the DFW area. The food is spectacular and every time I go to the resataurant the service is top notch. The staff actually cares about your restaurant experience and make suggestions on what food we might like based on our preferences. The food is always excellent. I loved the hoppers and the sauces that come with it.”
Hopper Combo
$20.00
Three bowl-shaped Sri Lankan rice pancakes with sambol and curry.
“If you are looking for authentic Sri Lankan cuisine made by the loveliest Sri Lankan people, then this is the place for you. The food and service is *superb*. Before moving to Denver, my family would go here every Saturday/Sunday afternoon for the lunch buffet.”
String Combo
$20.00
Ten red or white string hoppers served with a sambol and curry.
“This was amazing!! As a Sri Lankan i dont get to eat much Sri Lankan food but this place is great. The food is delicious and the chefs and staff are amazing. If theres something you like, thats not on the menu, they will do their best to accommodate. The prices were very reasonable. 10/10”
String Hopper (5) with Coconut Sambol
$6.00
Five steamed rice-flour noodle nests with coconut, red or white.
“Tried their yellow rice with chicken. Tasted good. String hoppers with coconut sambol is spicy and tastes good. Must try I would say. Ambience is good and their service is excellent. We saw they had dinner buffet as welll when we went with nice spreads. We chose a la carte. Restaurant didn’t disappoint us.”
Kottu
$15.00+
Chopped roti toasted with vegetables, scrambled egg and chosen protein.
“Food here is very yummy. I have never had Sri Lanka food but I decided that I wanted to try this place since it always smells so good outside every time I pass by. I am not disappointed and the Kottu with shrimp I had was delicious. I would recommend this place to anybody that wants to try something different in the area!”
Stuffed Roti
$5.00
Thin flatbread wrapped around a selected meat, fish or vegetable filling.
“Truly authentic Sri Lankan cuisine! The buffet offers a delightful array of traditional Sri Lankan delicacies, capturing the rich flavors of the island. Warm hospitality and an energetic, inviting ambiance make the experience even more enjoyable. The food is fresh, clean, and full of flavor — a must-visit for anyone craving a genuine taste of Sri Lanka.”
Godamba Roti
$6.00
Two thin griddled Sri Lankan rotis with your choice of gravy.
“One of the best Sri Lankan restaurants in the United States and had an amazing experience. We ordered the string hopper koththu, hoppers combo and godamba roti, and everything was absolutely delicious. The flavors were authentic, fresh, and perfectly prepared. The service was impressive,friendly and welcoming throughout our visit. Overall, we truly enjoyed both the food and the experience, and we would definitely love to go back again.”
Roti Combo
$20.00
Three coconut rotis come with your choice of sambol and curry.
“This place is one of the only authentic Sri Lankan restaurants in this part of the country, and it is absolutely delicious! Very authentic, and such high quality food and just so much flavor!”
Sri Lankan Roll (2)
$7.00
Two pancake rolls are crumbed and deep-fried, with a filling selection.
““I loved srilankan roll, fried rice, dessert, falooda and all other recipes that I tried today. It was awesome” these are words from my 7 year old son.”
Fish Bun
$3.50
A savory filling wrapped in flour dough, glazed with egg, and baked.
“We drove 3 hours from Austin, TX to this restaurant. I heard a lot of hype describing the food served here, and was very skeptical. After eating here, I can only say that this restaurant is sublime in not only food taste but also service. I will not only drive another 3 hours to come back, but will also encourage others to do as well! Their Lamb Kottu was to die for! But I also enjoyed their Sri Lankan rolls, fish buns and even cocktails were excellent choices also. TRY THIS PLACE NOW. Don’t miss out.”
Cutlet (2)
$4.00
Two crumb-coated, deep-fried stuffed balls with your choice of filling.
“I had been eating at SpicyZest for quite sometime. I always loved their food and wanted to write review for them. First time, I took my date to the restaurant. I had fresh juice, fish cutlet in appetizer and lumprais as main course. I love spices so requested them get the additional spice on the side. Food was very tasty and our server was very nice. From that day, I always go their time to time to enjoy their delicacies. It is highly recommended.”
Pattis
$4.00
Buttery flour pastry, egg-washed and baked around your choice of filling.
“I’m a Sri Lankan American and I will drive 300 miles to have food from here (and yes I routinely drive here from Houston just for the food). The food is incredibly delicious, reminds me of home and the service is really good. If you’ve wondered if Sri Lankan food is different from Indian food it absolutely is, and you will get to taste the best of that cuisine here. Reminds me of the food my mom used to make.”
Meat, rice, chickpeas, vegetables, and cheese wrapped with raita.
“I have come here multiple times. Every time the owner was very hospitable. I have tried the kottu (chicken) and curry burrito (chicken) and both were ridiculously good. I will continue to bring new friends to this restaurant.”
“I've been coming here from time to time for the past two years. The owner is one of those guys who never forgets a face. He has introduced me to a variety of dishes that I wouldn't have tried otherwise because I'm not familiar with Sri Lankan food. They will adjust the spiciness to your preference and always get it right. Without a doubt, the curried chicken burritos are to die for! The place is a bit small, which makes it more cozy. The little market in the back is a nice addition as well.”
Watalappan
$7.00
Coconut milk and egg flan made with jaggery or palm syrup.
“Throughly enjoyed the food as well as the service. Will definitely be back. Do try the Mackerel curry and Watalappan (dessert).”
Sri Lankan Chocolate Roll
$8.00
Sri Lankan Swiss roll topped with chocolate syrup.
“Spicy Zest Restaurant & Bar serves the best Sri Lankan food I’ve had in the USA. We came from Canada and decided to try it and it was so good we ended up coming back again before heading home. Every dish is packed with authentic flavour, and the staff are genuinely warm and welcoming. We will definitely be back again when we are back in TX. Highly recommend this place to anyone looking for real Sri Lankan taste and amazing service”
Sri Lankan Coconut Roll Cake
$8.00
Two sweet pancakes filled with caramelized coconut.
“I’ve visited this Sri Lankan restaurant many times, and it’s always a great experience. If you want to try authentic Sri Lankan food, this is the place to go! I especially love the Lamprais. During my visits, I also enjoyed Kottu, Hoppers, Nasi Goreng, and the buffet, which offers various dishes. The restaurant is charming and has a lovely atmosphere. The staff is always friendly and provides excellent customer service. The prices are reasonable, and the portion sizes are generous – worth the price! Highly recommended for anyone looking to enjoy authentic Sri Lankan cuisine.”
Curd & Treacle
$6.00
Homemade curd topped with treacle and cashews.
“Unbelievable Sri Lankan food, weekend buffet is phenomenal. Service excellent and the food’s authentic Sri Lankan , well done team”
Sri Lankan food at Spicy Zest - Restaurant & Bar spans rice dishes, griddled flatbreads, and curries, with coconut, chili, and warm spices appearing in different preparations for your meal.
Hopper comes with crushed onion and chili; Dhal pairs lentils with spices and coconut milk. Kottu combines chopped roti, vegetables, and scrambled egg with your choice of curried meat or seafood.
Visit us in Farmers Branch for dine-in, or order pickup or delivery. Watalappan is a traditional flan made with coconut milk and egg, with palm syrup or jaggery for a sweet finish to your meal.
Our guests love these customer favorites. If you're visiting us these are some of the food options we recommend most often.
