Discovered a Hidden Sri Lankan Buffet | Voted The Best Curry in NY in Staten Island

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  • čas přidán 4. 12. 2021
  • Very grateful to be able to enjoy a wonderful day in New York as a tourist, taking in the sights and more importantly, experiencing the great foods and the diversities of the cuisines found in the state. Today, I took a trip to Staten Island to see the great views of the New York skyline and to see the Statue of Liberty. And while the sights were impressive, I was ultimately thrilled to have found a hidden gem in Staten Island serving up what's voted as New York's best Sri Lankan curries! It keeps getting better because this is a buffet also; with an incredible value!
    It's always fun and exciting experiencing new cuisines and the tastes and flavours of Sri Lanka certainly does not disappoint. And there's no better way to try all the foods and offerings than at a buffet where one can sample to theirs heart's desire! While cutlets, hoppers, kottus, and Wambatu moju may not be in ones culinary vocabulary at this point, there is a wonderful and satisfying way to remedy that at Lukruwana.
    Lakruwana Restaurant in Staten Island offers their Sri Lankan buffet every Saturday and Sunday. For the incredible price of $16, this buffet offers incredible Sri Lankan favourites delivering deep and intense flavours in the best possible way.
    Some useful links:
    Lakruwana Restaurant:
    • Website: www.lakruwanarestaurant.com
    • Cost: $16 for the lunch buffet. Only available Saturdays, and Sundays
    • Address: 668 Bay St, Staten Island, NY 10304, United States
    Thank you to you all for joining on this unexpected and welcomed discovery! Happy dining everyone!
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Komentáře • 417

  • @kayflip2233
    @kayflip2233 Před 2 lety +35

    Sri Lankan and Trini are my favorite cuisines. I'm Filipino.

  • @jrsrfcemc2756
    @jrsrfcemc2756 Před 2 lety +149

    I wish everyone was as friendly, polite and positive as you are, the world would be a better place

    • @patsalas5170
      @patsalas5170 Před 2 lety +11

      I second that emotion 🎶🎶🎶

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +15

      You all are very kind! Just having fun with the videos and really grateful to get to share these experiences here!

    • @joefox9765
      @joefox9765 Před 2 lety +7

      kindness goes a long way

    • @candyrushascendedphoenix8
      @candyrushascendedphoenix8 Před 2 lety +7

      I agree 👍👍

    • @rayellis9393
      @rayellis9393 Před 2 lety +2

      I just said the same thing to a couple of friends

  • @dshu1998
    @dshu1998 Před 2 lety +28

    Great video of the Sri Lankan buffet. I am a Chinese Sri Lankan (Father settled there in the late 30’s) grew up eating these foods.

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +3

      Hi Daniel, thank you so much for reaching out! Loving Sri Lankan food as well and always looking for great restaurants in my area. In Vancouver, there doesn't seem to be too many, except for the special events held by the Sri Lankan community. All the best to you! 🙂

    • @dshu1998
      @dshu1998 Před 2 lety

      @@TimLeeLetsGo I am in Vancouver as well. Watching your other Vancouver video with the bday friend. Keep those videos coming 👍

  • @lawrencekrieger4
    @lawrencekrieger4 Před 2 lety +35

    Born and raised in Staten Island, and still haven't tried one of the local Sri Lankan places. This needs to change in the new year. Great video!

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +2

      Hi Lawrence and a very Merry Christmas to you! Really enjoyed Staten Island wish I could be there to see the Christmas festivities. Hope you get a chance to try, and all the best to you 😃

  • @dlwickzz2425
    @dlwickzz2425 Před 2 lety +41

    ලක් රුවන..
    අගනා වැඩක් ❤ ශ්‍රීලංකා නාමය ලෝකය පුරා පතුරවමින් අපේ රසය ලොවට ගෙනියන්න දරණ වෑයමට සුබපැතුම්..

  • @nfspots
    @nfspots Před 2 lety +18

    Tried this place in summer of 2021
    Walked from times square to the staten island ferry, then from the ferry terminal to the restaurant, loved all the food i had before making the walk to some local Sri Lankan stores, before walking back to the ferry and walking back to hotel in times square. Close to 20 miles walked that day

  • @rukmaniweerawardana8858
    @rukmaniweerawardana8858 Před 2 lety +44

    I'm glad to see people from other countries eating Sri Lankan food. And I wish you the opportunity to eat more delicious food around the world 🥘

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +4

      The Sri Lankan curries and dishes were phenomenal. So much good deep flavors. I used to eat Sri Lankan dinners at my friends place and we tend to use her hands much more.. very enjoyable.

  • @docowensde
    @docowensde Před 2 lety +32

    Tim, I'm so very happy you took my advice and started showing the price of the food. It looks like your other subscribers are appreciating it as well as they comment how reasonable the $16 price is. As Always I Love your personality and your videos. Thank You.

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      Thanks so much again! The prices do help especially for this restaurant which is really of great value 🙂

  • @JonmichaelMoy
    @JonmichaelMoy Před 2 lety +36

    Thank you Tim for taking us to another hidden buffet gem. What a great choice as nothing like having curry as the weather gets colder. Stay safe as you continue travelling throughout the States.

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +3

      Thanks Jonmichael, hope you and yours are doing well also! Yeah, much more cautious with the travels now and glad to have a chance to visit before the current situation 😉

  • @inetmail1947
    @inetmail1947 Před 2 lety +9

    I am from Sri Lanka and love to see this Sri Lankan foods in New York. You guys are wellcome to Sri Lanka to enjoy these kind of foods and natural beauty.

  • @TakeTimeToTravel
    @TakeTimeToTravel Před 2 lety +25

    That food looks amazing! We absolutely love curry, so that would be a dream for us. Also, the interior of the restaurant is so wonderfully decorated. Thanks for sharing Tim :)

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      They really did an amazing job in the restaurant interior... Feels like you're actually in Sri Lanka or at least what I imagine it would be. Flavors were quite good and intense in the best possible way. Take care and all the best to you both

  • @dy7023
    @dy7023 Před 2 lety +23

    The decor of the restaurant is amazing, besides the food. Thank you Tim for showing us.

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Thanks DY. They certainly did an amazing job and it almost makes you forget you're in the United States.

  • @kennethwu115
    @kennethwu115 Před 2 lety +46

    Sri Lankan food is amazing

  • @carlottar8894
    @carlottar8894 Před 2 lety +30

    Tim you always take us to such interesting places! Thank you! ❤️

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      Hi Carlotta, it's interesting what one can find when one is a bit hungry 😉

    • @carlottar8894
      @carlottar8894 Před 2 lety +1

      @@TimLeeLetsGo Yes you are so right! I started eating watching this video! 😂

    • @yenphung8809
      @yenphung8809 Před 2 lety

      A

  • @PatAcct
    @PatAcct Před 2 lety +15

    As always, Tim, thank you so much for the wonderful video. Appreciate your continuous effort and excellent work. Stay well and healthy! Greetings from your recurring fans, Pat.

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you again Patrick! All the best 🙂

  • @marthaholcomb8148
    @marthaholcomb8148 Před 2 lety +8

    I have not tried many curries, but everything looked so good. Take care of yourself and enjoy New York.
    God Bless Tim

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you so much Martha. Certainly enjoyed New York a lot... Especially the people there!

  • @sweeney0558
    @sweeney0558 Před 2 lety +6

    NICE TO SEE YOU BACK IN THE STATES THANKS

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Hi Linda, it was a great visit to NY and really glad to be able to visit before the current events ...

  • @YASTravelsEatsWell
    @YASTravelsEatsWell Před 2 lety +21

    Tim, you beat me to it! I'm planning a NYC foodie tour early in 2022 & the Sri Lankan cusine is on my list. There are several Sri Lankan restaurants in Staten Island & this one gets high marks because not only for the food but it's also a gift shop, grocery & display if Sri Lankan culture🇱🇰. Now, @ $16 that buffet looked awesome. Totally different from the $125 buffet at The Nordic. However, I thought you ate a lot of desserts at the Nordic as well👍 Staten Island also has a lot of old-school type Italian restaurants⭐
    How about the FREE ferry ride from lower Manhattan to Staten Island, not bad👍

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +4

      Hi Laurence! Great to hear about your plans in early 2022 🙂. Someone was nice enough to suggest Randiwa in Staten Island and I must say it looks very impressive also! I really enjoyed the ferry ride and it was mainly to go on the ferry, but very happy to have found this Sri Lankan buffet in Staten Island. We have the wishing you safe travels in the future 🙂

    • @carja09
      @carja09 Před 2 lety

      @@TimLeeLetsGo Randiwa also has very delicious, memorable food. The decor, not so much.

  • @dwarren1010
    @dwarren1010 Před 2 lety +15

    Very impressive Tim. Love the decor.

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      It's quite unique Dave, upon entering the restaurant, one tends to forget they're in Staten Island (or in the US for that matter) 🙂

    • @user-nt4mg6wh2w
      @user-nt4mg6wh2w Před 2 lety

      Neila Pabalu

  • @Jeevan.Canada
    @Jeevan.Canada Před 2 lety +5

    Amazing vlog. As I born in Sri Lanka, but moved to Canada 31 years ago. Came back to Sri Lanka 2 months ago and exploring the island very well. The food culture is amazing. Hands down. Can't complain at all. The portion is so big too. Even when I say small servings, they still give big amounts.

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      Great to hear! Really enjoyed the Sri Lankan food here and there's so many other places to visit and also receive so many recommendations for other places too

  • @fullycovered9922
    @fullycovered9922 Před 2 lety +6

    Hi Tim!! It's great to see you visiting us in New York City!! I love the positive energy you bring in your videos. Safe travels and God bless 🙌🏽

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      You live in such an amazing city! Really great to see things opening back up again.. I got visit a pizza restaurant one evening around the theatre area, call the pizza Cafe, and just by chance it was their opening night after 2 years of closure 🙂

  • @oscarman42
    @oscarman42 Před 2 lety +14

    Tim, I would so eat there just for the inside decor (that tableside menu looked awesome). Not big on spice, but like you, the broccoli is one vegetable I would eat lol. And remember...you can never overdo on the desserts!

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      It was a fun place to try the SriLankan dishes...they really did a nice job on the interior and the food, though somewhat spicy, was very good😋. All the best 😀

  • @marketads1
    @marketads1 Před 2 lety +1

    Tim, yer killin' me! I almost licked the screen!!! Thanks for this delicious tour of a mostly unknown food category. YUM!!!!! 💝

  • @davidacosta5470
    @davidacosta5470 Před rokem

    Hi Tim. I just wanted to tell you Thanks! for posting all of your videos. I enjoy seeing what a kind and gentle person you are. Keep up the good work.

  • @anaveragejoe6710
    @anaveragejoe6710 Před 2 lety +19

    The restaurant looks fantastic and the food seems delicious !

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      The decor was quite impressive and really tasty dishes 😋

  • @phoonsiri
    @phoonsiri Před 2 lety +6

    What a really cool restaurant! I'm 25 minutes from Staten Island (in NJ). Definitely going next weekend. Thanks Tim.

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      Hope you enjoy Tony! Oh, I forgot to mention it was cash only there. I actually had a bit of problem in the end paying 🙂 (luckily they made an exception for the credit cards)

  • @younglady2789
    @younglady2789 Před 2 lety +5

    That food looked like it came from heaven! Thanks for sharing

  • @-EchoesIntoEternity-
    @-EchoesIntoEternity- Před 2 lety +6

    that decor just looks..... busy. food looks pretty good

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      There were so many artifacts and feels like you're in a small village. Quite unique and it certainly transports you away from NY🙂

  • @beekellee841
    @beekellee841 Před 2 lety +4

    The food looks amazing. This is the first I've seen Sri Lankan food items. Thank you for this video.

  • @jadehom8067
    @jadehom8067 Před 2 lety +3

    Hi Tim, good to see you again 🤗...love how you travel around the world to show us new places to see and try food from other cultures 😉👍...used to live in Staten Island but never seen this restaurant...glad you enjoyed your meal...be happy healthy and blessed always...safe travels 😘🤗💙

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Thank you again Jade🙂. I was quite impressed at how easy it was to get back and forth to Staten Island. It was a pleasant trip there. The ferry ride was quite nice and their were a few nice places to visit. Certainly was surprised to see a buffet there 🙂

  • @jc0730
    @jc0730 Před 2 lety +2

    Thank you, Tim. Looks like you found a real gem of a restaurant!

  • @drmoz43
    @drmoz43 Před 2 lety +3

    This gentlemen has some great videos on eating at buffets restaurants. He is very intelligent how we should placed food on our plate. He gets enough of the food he is going to eat. He does not over do in eating & ta add tasting different foods. I truly enjoys his videos. Very intelligence & respectful to the staff of these Restaurants. Thanks Tim Lee for being the intelligent person that does & speak honesty about all the foods you are eating. God Blessed You Daily!!!!

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      Hi Dorothy, thank you so much for your kind comment and your reference of gentleman 🙂. I guess my manners have improved over the years 😉. Seriously, much appreciated and all the best to you 🙂

    • @drmoz43
      @drmoz43 Před 2 lety

      You are gracefully welcome!!!

  • @calvinmarshall1610
    @calvinmarshall1610 Před 2 lety

    Hi tim the food looked really interesting and thank you for the video didn't expect another one so soon pleasant surprise!! Enjoyed it just as much as all the others. Enjoy your time in new York and please stay safe

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you Calvin, was glad to get the opportunity to travel right before the news of the new variant. Hopefully things will be okay 🙂

  • @PheiKitchen
    @PheiKitchen Před 2 lety +16

    The interior design 🙂

  • @gailklein9020
    @gailklein9020 Před 2 lety

    That looks awesome! I love your videos; I find them very relaxing and informative. Your low key personality is so soothing and nice! Keep up the good work!

  • @tomjamison5934
    @tomjamison5934 Před 2 lety +6

    Thanks for the Delicious Video, Tim. The Interior of the Restaurant looked Amazing.

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      They certainly did a great job with the decor and food was great too 😋

  • @VintageKimchi
    @VintageKimchi Před 2 lety

    This video was stupendous and the food and the restaurants décor looks even better! Can't wait for the next video~!

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Thank you so much Mark! It was quite a surprising find... and really good food and atmosphere

  • @philvie
    @philvie Před 2 lety +2

    Thank you Tim for taking us on another culinary adventure, everything looked delicious, stay safe and happy travels

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Hi Phil, was mainly focused on the ferry ride that day but really glad to plan to explore Staten Island a little bit.. great time at the Sri Lankan buffet

  • @concernedgreatly5291
    @concernedgreatly5291 Před 2 lety +5

    Tim , you always find the most amazing places to eat. Thank you for bringing us all along. Luv from Virginia ❤

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Greetings from Vancouver canada! Hope things are well in Virginia. It was so nice to explore Staten island... Was not expecting to find much and was mainly going for the ferry ride, but glad to have spent some time there

  • @joefox9765
    @joefox9765 Před 2 lety +7

    Awesome video Tim. One of my favorites. That is my favorite type of food. Having lived in an Indian temple ❤🤗
    I was really envious of this video
    I know how good the plates are

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      Wow Joe, I didn't know you lived in a Indian temple. It's kind of interesting, during university times, there were times where some friends would go to the Indian temple for lunch when funds were tight.

    • @joefox9765
      @joefox9765 Před 2 lety

      @@TimLeeLetsGo no just salt and pepper on the seafood. If you like some garlic salt okay. Please check out Sue and gumbo. On CZcams he is really funny and a good cook. Bless you🙏🙂⚘

  • @sandyharrod8831
    @sandyharrod8831 Před 2 lety

    Wow..Greetings from Durban, South Africa. Love the tour..I am of South Indian origin, born & bred in South Africa. Thank you for showcasing Sri Lankan foods in New York..it's always exciting to see the different interpretations of Indian Cuisine on a global level. You are also a very warm, pleasant and great Food taster & traveller. Love your vlog.

  • @TiffanyDing
    @TiffanyDing Před 2 lety +2

    it all looks so yummy!!!!!!!! i always enjoy your videos!!!! wish i could eat with you!

  • @valnarehood834
    @valnarehood834 Před 2 lety

    Wonderful! I've visited NYC many times but never Staten Island, now this is on my list! I just love traveling and eating vicariously with you, Tim.

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      Hi Val, there isn't much in Staten Island, aside from a big outlet mall so this was a very nice surprise.😋

    • @carja09
      @carja09 Před 2 lety

      @@TimLeeLetsGo Combine with a trip to Sailer's Snug Harbor & make a day of it, though it's in the other direction it is doable :)

  • @Oshanda77
    @Oshanda77 Před 2 lety

    Tim great video. Thank you very much

  • @DavidSriracha
    @DavidSriracha Před 2 lety +6

    I think this is a record Tim 😄 that🍍 curry looks very interesting. Beautiful interior and only $16/person 😧 maybe I'll use this video as an excuse to lure my wife back to New York 😆

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      Here's hoping for safe travels to continue on 🤞🤞🤞

    • @DavidSriracha
      @DavidSriracha Před 2 lety

      @@TimLeeLetsGo I hope so too 🤞 although I haven't left Texas since March 2020 😐

  • @salanicus
    @salanicus Před 2 lety +13

    This place is INCREDIBLY FANTASTIC:) Wow, we absolutely love India cuisine and this regions food looks amazing. Talk about hole in the wall bucket list destination, this is it. Kim is crazy about Papadoms. Not only is it great to see your channel explode in popularity but also to see your production values shine more with each new delicious episode. This place reminds us of a favorite place of ours in Beijing. Eye candy architectural everywhere. Thanks for taking us on this special foodie adventure.
    Blessings, James and Kim ❤

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      Woah, it would be great to see what the place you visited in Beijing is like! They really did a great job with the interior (and also the dishes of course 🙂). Thank you both again and all the best 🙂

    • @nalinkumara5859
      @nalinkumara5859 Před 2 lety

      *Sri Lankan* 🇱🇰

  • @vincentcalvelli6452
    @vincentcalvelli6452 Před 2 lety

    Watching you videos are always a pleasure as you take us to the most delightful and delicious eateries where you roam.

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Thank you Vincent! Just having fun with the videos and really appreciative that everyone there were such good sports!😀

  • @bindhyaschaer-subba2125
    @bindhyaschaer-subba2125 Před 2 lety +2

    Your plate looks awesum with mouth watering Sri Lankan food, that brinjal curry looks delicious..bon appetit!

  • @jacquelinecote3967
    @jacquelinecote3967 Před 2 lety +1

    Ty!
    Great review!
    Such a interesting place!!

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Hi Jacqueline, it was quite impressive and inside the restaurant, one forgets they're in Staten Island 🙂

  • @YoAng
    @YoAng Před 2 lety

    So glad to see a NYC Sri Lakan restaurant and on Staten Island no less! Looking forward to checking this out and maybe doing a vid as well. Thanks so much 😊

    • @kayflip2233
      @kayflip2233 Před 2 lety

      Well Staten Island is known for its Sri Lankan restaurants. That's mainly where they're located in NYC.

  • @HappyHourGirlKola
    @HappyHourGirlKola Před 2 lety +1

    Hi Tim. Food looks delicious. I hope you had a great time in NY. Take care and be safe

  • @dslouie4944
    @dslouie4944 Před 2 lety +1

    hi Tim! I’ve lived in NY all my life and never thought to look for a place to dine in Staten Island😀. Thanks for the wonderful review as usual. We will have to make the trip to Staten Island now!

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Hi DS Louie, it was quite nice to explore Staten Island and came across this restaurant... Hope things are going well over in NY. Quite a bit of news lately...a bit of ups and downs 😉

    • @dslouie4944
      @dslouie4944 Před 2 lety

      @@TimLeeLetsGo the city is not safe as it used to be though not as bad as San Francisco. Are you still here or
      back home?

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      @@dslouie4944 I'm just back home 🙂. The news of the Omicron variant just surfaced once I reached home🤦🏻‍♂️

    • @dslouie4944
      @dslouie4944 Před 2 lety

      @@TimLeeLetsGo great ! Stay safe!

  • @TheCrystalsss
    @TheCrystalsss Před 2 lety +1

    Greetings from Sri Lanka. As a Sri Lankan I am delighted to know that other nationalities are willing to enjoy our authentic food.
    Sri Lankan food enriched with healthy spices such as cinnamon, coriander, cumin, turmeric, fenugreek, curry leaves etc. If you search on internet you will know they carry lots of health benefits.
    Thank you Tim for taking time to show our authentic food pattern to the world.
    Wish you and your followers all the very best with future endeavours!!

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +2

      Thank you for reaching out Sithari and warmest greetings to you from my home of Vancouver Canada. We have a large Sri Lankan community here and really enjoy the culture and the foods! Really intense warming spices and flavors. Thank you again.

    • @TheCrystalsss
      @TheCrystalsss Před 2 lety

      As you live in Vancouver, Canada when you meet the Sri Lankan community next time taste Jaffna Food (Jaffna is the northern part of Sri Lanka) Jaffna flavours are totally different and Im sure you will love them. Wish you will get to try Jaffna crab curry in Canada 🙏😉☺️
      All the best
      Stay happy always

  • @dwaynewladyka577
    @dwaynewladyka577 Před 2 lety +8

    This looked so awesome. I've never been to New York City, but I have relatives who have. Also, my maternal ancestors came through New York City, from Czechoslovakia and Poland in the early 1900s. Cheers, Tim and God Bless! ✌️

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      It is quite profound to think that so many people came through NY. Love the diverse cultures there. All the best to you too Dwayne!

  • @tonyv5716
    @tonyv5716 Před 2 lety +4

    The street art is amazing!

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      The visuals on the outside and inside were quite impressive... didn't feel like one was in Staten Island!

  • @sienaandfamilylifestylevlo608

    Thank you Tim for another amazing buffet video 😋 Happy Holidays🎄

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      A very happy holidays to you and yours as well 🎄🎄🎄

  • @manurilinara8797
    @manurilinara8797 Před 2 lety +1

    It’s really an authentic Sri Lankan buffet. Love the place and food there. Sri Lankans eat curries along with the rice. Even the papadam. I think that way it’s way better. 😋 Happy to see you enjoying Sri Lankan food. Lots of love from SL. 🇱🇰

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      Hi Manuri! Thank you so much for reaching out and warmest greeting to you from my home, Vancouver, Canada! Really enjoyed the rich flavours and spices!

  • @ebutuoyebutouy
    @ebutuoyebutouy Před 2 lety +5

    $16? Unreal. Thanks for sharing.

  • @twizzlerlover3813
    @twizzlerlover3813 Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you for sharing,Tim. Would love to have met you as I live in Upstate NY,but I can’t travel(disabled with Muscular Dystrophy). But my Son lives in Brooklyn,will definitely share your review.Enjoy NYC,Merrill 💖

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Thank you so much Merrill! New York is wonderful place ... And huge! I got a chance to visit Queens this time as well and really enjoyed the area. Will need to visit Brooklyn also🙂. Take care and all the best to you and yours 😃

  • @arfriedman4577
    @arfriedman4577 Před rokem

    Years ago we used to take SI Ferry to work in person or with car, when cars were allowed. I miss the Si Ferry rides. I moved away a long time ago. I'm not sure if this restaurant was open when we lived there. I love this kind of food.
    Much success to all.

  • @mgil8906
    @mgil8906 Před 2 lety

    Great Experience Tim!! Thank You 🥘

  • @imlovely6522
    @imlovely6522 Před 2 lety +1

    My man Tim is my favorite foodie ..., greeting from nice and warm Hawaii! 🤗 🤗 🤗

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      Ohh... I can imagine how nice it is in Hawaii! A crisp winter greeting to you from Vancouver 😃

  • @yvonneanitakramer7536
    @yvonneanitakramer7536 Před 2 lety

    Hi Tim, I know for sure that this wouldn't be my kind of food because of the curry spices, but maybe once in my life I will try it, BUT I love watching you enjoying them! ❤️💯👀🤯

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Definitely fun to explore Yvonne 🙂. Whether it it was to your taste or not, it's definitely memorable in a very good way 🙂. It's a small Mom and Pop place with great people there.

  • @kolkattaindia
    @kolkattaindia Před 2 lety +1

    Enjoy watching all your food adventures. Would love to try those lovely cuisines. Cheers! 🥂👍😋💯

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      Hi Al, go for it and travel ( safely of course). Thank you again and all the best to you 🙂

  • @mcwalker949
    @mcwalker949 Před 2 lety +5

    Mmmm 😋 !! Looks so delicious Tim! ❤️

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +2

      Hi mcwalker, it was a surprising find and a tasty one at that 😉

  • @gballer1
    @gballer1 Před 2 lety +2

    Best updates always. Always love the positivity in the human spirit

  • @kissableYahoo
    @kissableYahoo Před 2 lety +1

    Hey Tim 😄. Went to Lakruwana (we lived on Staten island) with my son last sunday and wow ! Buffet was excellent, the vegetable fried rice (yum) as was the beautiful decor. Small but so well done ❤️. We tried a little of everything 👌🏼 and well you forgot to add the deliciousness of the Mango pudding OMG yum. Even the Vegan rice pudding 😋. It is so worth the spiciness 💯🔥. Only 16$ and cash only. Bring an appetite 😉.

  • @adultaccountability3323

    You are so sweet spoken, got yourself a new subscriber Tim.

  • @ginabindari5184
    @ginabindari5184 Před 2 lety +1

    Hey Tim, you sounded so cute and funny as you said "papadaam." As a South Indian American, I have to commend you on going out of your way of trying out different cuisines.

  • @yolandapalaypay9782
    @yolandapalaypay9782 Před 2 lety

    Omg I'm living there how many times I see the stri Lanka resto..I don't know d food. Now I know d food coz of u we go there .it's amazing inside..thanks for d info.

  • @zzbabazz
    @zzbabazz Před 2 lety +3

    Staten island I know very well,next time please try Mini India in Jackson Heights a lot of restaurants,the diversity of food is great Chinese,Colombian,Peruvian, Mexican,Brazilian etc... so nice. Thanks for so nice video and memories.

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you so much for the great suggestion Zzba Bazz!!! Just looking up the location of Mini India in Jackson Heights and this would certainly be a highlight! Thank you again and all the best!

  • @DrBrunoRecipes
    @DrBrunoRecipes Před 2 lety +2

    Delicious 😋 Greetings from Scotland 😊 Have a wonderful day everyone 🌻

  • @sharonkim990
    @sharonkim990 Před 2 lety

    “I’ve never had a goose in berry form.” Had me cracking up sooo much!!! 😂 it’s an actual berry Tim. 😊 Love your videos… thanks for making me smile today.

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      Thanks Sharon 🙂... Again, I also surprises me what I say when watching the recordings 🤦🏻‍♂️😉

    • @sharonkim990
      @sharonkim990 Před 2 lety

      @@TimLeeLetsGo you’re awesome! Thank you for your amazing vlogs.

  • @nimivashi15
    @nimivashi15 Před 2 lety

    I never knew about this place. Thank you for sharing.

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      This was one of those places that I was so happy to have found... A nice little surprise

  • @robbiedaniels2164
    @robbiedaniels2164 Před 2 lety

    Looks outstanding. Will definitely check it out.

  • @BiPolarBear128
    @BiPolarBear128 Před 2 lety +1

    ohh I have such food envy now .-) all the foods looked amazing

  • @yvonneanitakramer7536
    @yvonneanitakramer7536 Před 2 lety +1

    Ah I forgot to say that I copied the vegan burger DIY, after I showed my husband the burger in your video and he was curious what it tastes like (he don't want fake meat too) bc it looked amazing! It turned out FANTASTIC !!! So thanks again for the idea!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ❤️

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Great to hear Yvonne! That burger is second to none.. I'm glad to hear you all enjoying it😋

  • @rohanweerasinghe6614
    @rohanweerasinghe6614 Před rokem

    Thank you for posting this, will definitely try this place if I am in New York City. Too bad we don’t have an authentic Sinhalese restaurant in Toronto.

  • @ladymurasaki370
    @ladymurasaki370 Před 2 lety +4

    Glad you’re enjoying NY!

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      Hi Lady Murasaki, glad to have a chance to visit before the current events 😉

    • @ladymurasaki370
      @ladymurasaki370 Před 2 lety

      @@TimLeeLetsGo when are you coming back to Vegas?

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      @@ladymurasaki370 just keeping an eye on this omicron variant 😮...😉

  • @fugazi5150
    @fugazi5150 Před 2 lety +1

    Looks delish Tim 🤙🏼

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      Thanks so much! That eggplant curry was one of the favourites... So flavorful and oily in the best possible way 😋

  • @phiromrithisak
    @phiromrithisak Před 2 lety

    Hi friend! I am enjoying watching your video 💚❤️🎉👍👍 have nice day keep connecting!!

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Thank you so much for reaching out and for your kind comment.. all the best to you and yours 🙂

  • @dariahagan1816
    @dariahagan1816 Před 2 lety +1

    I know this restaurant!! I live on Staten Island and its about 10 minutes from my house! I hope you enjoyed your day♥

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you Daria! Really liked visiting SI... didn't now what to expect, but there are so many places there!

  • @dacollector8995
    @dacollector8995 Před 2 lety

    Just subscribed to your channel and I am loving your videos!

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you for reaching out Issac. Just having fun here and wishing you all the best in the new year 😃

  • @upstatenewyork
    @upstatenewyork Před 2 lety

    Your videos are the best. All I can say is, we love you Tim! “Ohhh”, haha!

  • @RiverDanube
    @RiverDanube Před 2 lety +3

    That looks like a lovely buffet and the food was steaming hot which is unusual in a buffet.

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      It was a great experience... there was a warm glowing flame beneath those clay pots full of wonderful curries to keep them warm 😋. It was quite decorative overall and the dishes were great 😀

  • @petrfrizen6078
    @petrfrizen6078 Před 2 lety +1

    Tim, I'll definitely do the same with the deserts! I'll overdo them!🍇🥭🥑

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      It was like a painter's palette 🎨 Petr 😃

  • @thenlightn1
    @thenlightn1 Před 2 lety +1

    Hi Tim. I know you don't know who I am. I actually sat a few desks behind you in 5th row in grade 5. Mr Stevenson's class at Lord Nelson. You went by Timothy back then.
    Thought I'd say hi and commend you on your channel. Been watching for the last year. I get jealous sometimes watching you eat because I'm a foodie so if you're ever looking for someone to join on these food trips let me know. I can help with the camera.

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      Whoa Marcus! May I compliment you on your super memory!... right down to the fifth row! I have a recollection of the classroom and the fellow students there, but I must admit, the faces are fading...but I have some slight memory.
      Really appreciate you reaching out and you made my day! So many good memories... cassette tape, the original Nintendo...and the Mc D'lite😃. Was not intending to purposely start a CZcams channel, but it just sort of happened and really grateful to be able to share some of the experiences. Really enjoy the people here and all the great interaction. Always looking for great places to eat and people to meet so anytime.

  • @joseparedes7473
    @joseparedes7473 Před 2 lety

    Wish we have a restaurant like it. Food looked fresh and delicious. And so many sri lankans in toronto.

  • @patsalas5170
    @patsalas5170 Před 2 lety +2

    Hello tim...ty again 🤗 love curries but even more the lunch price of only 16$...🥰❤❤

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Hi Pat, it was a nice find and great value 🙂

  • @mabelroaquin7020
    @mabelroaquin7020 Před 2 lety

    wow! thanks for this vlog. got to try this place

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      This was a total surprise and a very pleasant one... Great food and even better prices, kind of makes your day

  • @HondaNguyen
    @HondaNguyen Před 2 lety

    Thanks for sharing brother, looks good 😋😋😋

  • @nmedia3339
    @nmedia3339 Před 2 lety

    It's So Good to See our Local Foods in City Like NY. Great Work #lakruwana. keep up the good work & Thank you Tim for Showing us.

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      Lakruwana certainly has a wonderful place. Fantastic meal 😋

    • @nmedia3339
      @nmedia3339 Před 2 lety

      @@TimLeeLetsGo you should visit Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 too. You can enjoy different & delightful Sri Lankan cuisines.

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      @@nmedia3339 that would absolutely q pleasure to travel to SriLanka. Hopefully when things settle down😃

    • @nmedia3339
      @nmedia3339 Před 2 lety

      @@TimLeeLetsGo we are now open to the world & Safe to Travel. we are the Safest Country in South East Asia.

  • @mr.3minutes
    @mr.3minutes Před rokem

    I love Sri Lanka, amazing food and people ❤. Thank you for this video! 👍👍

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před rokem

      It's transports you to a different place.. it does not feel like you're in Staten Island

    • @mr.3minutes
      @mr.3minutes Před rokem

      @@TimLeeLetsGo Thank you for letting me know. However, I enjoyed your content!

  • @shaliniprabaharan4554
    @shaliniprabaharan4554 Před 2 lety +1

    Yummy! Sri Lankan egg plant curry is a must try!

  • @malisadominguez2744
    @malisadominguez2744 Před 2 lety

    Yay God bless you tim thanks for the video sweetie

  • @1corinthians-138
    @1corinthians-138 Před rokem

    Never tried this kind of food before, but everything looks so good. We are severely lacking in good buffets here in Northern CA.

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před rokem

      This was quite a unique buffet and a very fun one as well... Not to mention very tasty... Fantastic experience

  • @teresabustamante9150
    @teresabustamante9150 Před 2 lety

    Tim u make me Happy so i just want u to know that.If i knew u i can watch ur Vlog everyday.Now i really want to watch u everyday! Miss u and be careful and watch ur diet ok.

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Thank you Teresa... Very grateful and humble by your comment. Greatly appreciated. Oh, yes.. the diet. I certainly don't eat like this everyday and thank you for your kind thoughts. 🙂

  • @sallychipman9857
    @sallychipman9857 Před 2 lety +2

    Looks so good.

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety

      Hi Sally, it was a surprisingly nice find 🙂. Hope you're keeping well 🙂

  • @visariosorino8034
    @visariosorino8034 Před 2 lety +8

    Tim love all your videos, on youtube. You are so friendly and a nice classy guy. 🤗❤️

    • @TimLeeLetsGo
      @TimLeeLetsGo  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you for very kind comment Visario! Just having fun and grateful for all the interactions here on CZcams 🙂

  • @jeevanga
    @jeevanga Před rokem

    I was there. Great food. So many Sri Lankans live in Staten Island.