1710 at The Merchant
Pedlar Street, Galle Fort, Sri Lanka
1710 gives local food a central place in The Merchant hotel. Galle biryani, shaped by the city’s Arab trading heritage and served with buffalo curd, is a signature, while seasonal vegetables and locally sourced herbs run through the wider menu. The indoor restaurant has rattan lighting; outside, frangipani and avocado trees shade the courtyard. It works well for a lunch that connects with the city’s food history, or a relaxed dinner after walking the Fort’s streets. Ask about the day’s local specialities.