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Kurumba Restaurant & Bar Surry Hills

555 Crown St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia

Recommended by 5 people

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Find Kurumba Restaurant & Bar Surry Hills

555 Crown St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia

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+61 2 9331 5737
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 5:30 – 10:30 PM Wednesday: 5:30 – 10:30 PM Thursday: 5:30 – 10:30 PM Friday: 5:30 – 10:30 PM Saturday: 5:30 – 10:30 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Kurumba Restaurant & Bar Surry Hills

Kurumba redefines Sri Lankan dining in Surry Hills with polished spice, bowl-shaped hoppers, and genuine family warmth. The kitchen runs under the patriarch’s steady hand, turning out crisp-edged appam alongside slow-cooked black pork curry and glazed short ribs. Regulars lean into the multi-course feast—a progression of spiced short eats, tempered cauliflower, and slow-braised curries anchored by savoury rice. At the bar, Ceylon arrack and tea balance the cocktails, setting up a finale of spiced watalappam baked with coconut custard.

  • Curated Sharing Feasts: The signature $85 multi-course spread covers short eats, hoppers, house curries, and spiced desserts.
  • Family-Run Ensemble: The father commands the kitchen, mother anchors the dining room, and their sons handle pastry and floor service.
  • Island-Infused Bar Program: Cocktails and beers incorporate regional Ceylon arrack, kithul palm syrup, and Ceylon tea.
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Why Dine at Kurumba Restaurant & Bar

Discover elevated Sri Lankan dining defined by generous tasting feasts, mindful hospitality, and warm family care in Surry Hills.

  • Curated Multi-Course Tasting Feasts

    A dedicated $85 tasting menu guides diners through two entrées, six shared mains including short rib and free-range chicken curries, hoppers, and house-made dessert.

    The highlight at this restaurant is their $85pp set menu, a tasty feast

    Meeks Randomness

  • Elevated Heritage Dishes and Fresh Hoppers

    Traditional staples such as crisp-edged hoppers and flaky seeni sambol puffs are reimagined alongside wagyu rump cap and Humpty Doo barramundi.

    It’s a beautiful balance of modern dining with deep Sri Lankan roots. Every dish was thoughtfully presented and packed with bold, authentic flavours.

    Sydney Halal Food Blogger

  • Nurturing Multi-Generational Family Hospitality

    Operated by a family unit with 35 years of culinary direction from dad, gracious front-of-house hospitality from mum, and sons leading service and pastry.

    Lovingly prepared by a family run team - dad in the kitchen with 35 years of experience cooking, two young sons are pastry chefs, and mom is the face of front of house.

    Pamela S.

  • Welcoming Care That Feels Like Extended Family

    Warm, attentive floor staff ensure every guest feels at home, offering thoughtful touches and genuine care from arrival to departure.

    This family-owned restaurant radiates warmth and hospitality, making every guest feel like part of their extended family.

    Ciara May

  • Mindful Dietary Accommodation and Separation

    The kitchen prepares dedicated gluten-free servings and actively avoids cross-contamination for patrons seeking halal-friendly dining options.

    they do serve some non halal items, but they take care to avoid cross contamination, which we appreciated.

    Sydney Halal Food Blogger

  • Regional Flavours Woven into the Beverage Program

    Cocktails, non-alcoholic creations, and craft beers weave regional staples like Ceylon arrack, wild cinnamon, Ceylon tea, and kithul palm syrup into every pour.

    I really liked the craft beer they had with kithul palm syrup for a slight sweetness.

    Stephen Ragell

Signature Sri Lankan specialities and house favourites

  • Hoppers

    The hoppers are fabulous, all of the vegetarian dishes were so tasty

    Tamara

  • Hot Butter Soft Shell Crab

    Hot Butter Soft Shell Crab, crisp on the outside tender within, a savoury explosion & had a kick of spice.

    Ciara May

  • Smoked Brisket Pan Rolls

    The Smoked Brisket Pan Rolls were crispy on the outside and juicy inside, with that sweet smoky pineapple ketchup bringing everything together.

    Sydney Halal Food Blogger

  • Short Rib Curry

    Our absolute favorite has to be their short rib curry. Perfectly charred rib edges meet a curry with layers of flavor that are addictive.

    Jojo

Other favorites

Curated sides, traditional desserts, and craft cocktails to complement your feast

  • Watalappam

    Finally for dessert, I got the Watalappam. It had a caramel brulee crisp on the top, which was a pleasant surprise, and it's texture was the perfect pudding density.

    Jeryshan Xavier

  • Roast Paan

    The Roast Paan with pol sambol was soft and comforting.

    Sydney Halal Food Blogger

  • Savoury Rice

    Would highly recommend the savoury rice and smoked brisket pan rolls YUM 😋

    Chloe

  • Mango Dilemma

    The mango dilemma cocktail was 10/10

    Kavindi J

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful family hospitality, bespoke dietary care, and attentive touches in Surry Hills

  • Detailed Menu & Spice Guidance

    The welcoming floor team personally takes the time to explain the nuances, spices, and heritage behind each traditional Sri Lankan dish for diners new to the cuisine.

  • Tailored Gluten-Free Servings & Extra Hoppers

    The kitchen accommodates dietary requirements with dedicated care, preparing separate gluten-free servings alongside complimentary extra hoppers at the table.

  • Surprise Vadai & Handmade Truffles

    In an unexpected show of hospitality, dining parties are treated to complimentary kitchen surprises like freshly prepared lentil vadai and handmade chocolate truffles.

  • Hands-On Family & Pram Assistance

    Staff provide hands-on, attentive assistance to ensure families with infants do not miss out on the upstairs dining room by personally carrying prams up and down the stairs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What dining and set menu options are available?

Kurumba offers an $85 per person set menu featuring a curated feast of short eats, curries, hoppers, and dessert, alongside an à la carte selection designed for sharing.

Can dietary requirements like halal, gluten-free, or vegetarian be accommodated?

The kitchen can provide separate gluten-free servings, offers dedicated vegetarian curries, and takes conscious care to prevent cross-contamination for halal-friendly dining despite serving some non-halal items.

Is parking available nearby?

Street parking is available in the surrounding area, with paid street parking options near Crown Street.

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