Spicy Zest - Restaurant & Bar

Excellent food

Tried Sri Lankan food for the first time the other day at @spicyzest—and wow, what an experience! 🇱🇰✨ I thought it might be similar to Indian cuisine, but it was surprisingly different! The flavors were incredibly unique—lots of coconut, tamarind, and mango. Everything we tried was bursting with taste and totally delicious. The owner was beyond kind and welcoming. We let him know that we’re vegetarian, I’m gluten-free, and this was our very first time trying Sri Lankan food. He personally walked us through the entire buffet, explaining what was safe for us to eat. That level of care? So rare—and so appreciated! Since there weren’t too many gluten-free options at the buffet, he even had the kitchen make special rice dishes just for us—like veggie fried rice and a flavorful masala rice. 🥹 Hands down, my favorite dishes were the eggplant salad and the mango curry—I would honestly go back just for that mango curry alone! Beyond the food, the vibe was amazing. The staff checked in often, made us feel at home, and there was even a live singer with such a beautiful voice—it added the perfect touch to an already wonderful evening. 10/10 experience. We felt cared for, welcomed, and absolutely stuffed with delicious food. Can’t wait to go back!

Fantastic buffet on the weekends and the deviled chicken is amazing! Just the right amount of heat 😋!

Spicy Zest is an absolute gem for anyone craving real Sri Lankan food. The flavors were spot-on — spicy, rich, and full of traditional taste! We tried the kottu, chicken curry, and hoppers and so many — all delicious and freshly made. The portions were generous, and the presentation was great. The staff was super friendly and made us feel right at home. The restaurant has a cozy vibe and is perfect for both Sri Lankans missing home food and anyone wanting to try something new. Highly recommend!

Great srilankan food.. tried the seeni sambal bun and the fish cutlets with the lump rice.. good food along with good service..

Food was good, very vibrant flavors and hygiene place.

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.

Hands down the best! Authentic south asia/East Asian flavors. Their buffet is an absolute must-try. this place is a true gem! Also no MSG or GMO ingredients. Super!

Best authentic Sri Lankan food in Texas we drive 4 hrs once a month to come have this amazing food

One of the worst food experienced ever had..! The shrimp was uncooked and too tuff to chew n look’s like a cheap frozen item. Then about the fried chicken it was stale smells like yesterday i think it was made a week ago. One of the worst restaurant food i ever tasted in Dallas. I better recommend you guzs not to come here and waste your hardly earned money. At last when it comes to desserts they where a lot of options thrilled for a moment but i’m sure they are 100% Walmart stuff.