Ministry of Crab

Sri Lankan, Seafood · Colombo · Chef Dharshan Munidasa

Ranked among Asia's 50 Best Restaurants, Ministry of Crab in Colombo is led by chef Dharshan Munidasa. The kitchen highlights fresh Sri Lankan seafood and Japanese culinary techniques, serving wild-caught mud crabs. Housed in the 17th-century Old Dutch Hospital, signature dishes include Garlic Chilli Crab.

Old Dutch Hospital Complex, 04 Hospital St, Colombo 00100, Sri Lanka, Colombo

  • Asia's 50 Best
  • #94 Asia's 50 Best 2026

Menu

Dishes

  • 1/2 Kilo Crab (70) — 500-600g.
  • Small Crab (80) — Up to 700g.
  • Medium Crab (90) — Up to 800g.
  • Large Crab (100) — Up to 900g.
  • XL Crab (130) — Up to 1kg.
  • Kilo Krab (150) — Above 1kg.
  • Jumbo Crab (170) — Above 1.1kg.
  • Colossal Crab (200) — 1.2kg.
  • Colossal Crab (220) — 1.3kg.
  • Colossal Crab (240) — 1.4kg.

Wines

  • House Whites (48) — Glass: $10.
  • House Reds (48) — Glass: $10.

The Experience

A relaxed and lively room in a historic setting.

  • Atmosphere: Relaxed, Lively
  • Setting: Historic

Phone: +94 77 002 4823

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