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Is Ministry Of Crab Colombo Worth The Splurge? 🦀💸

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Is Ministry Of Crab Colombo Worth The Splurge? 🦀💸

The Colombo series brings me to a restaurant that has become synonymous with Sri Lanka’s culinary identity—the Ministry of Crab. 🏛️ Set in the historic 400-year-old Dutch Hospital, this isn’t just a meal; it’s a tribute to the legendary Sri Lankan lagoon crab. 🌊

But does the experience match the price tag? 🧐 In this vlog, we put the focus exactly where it belongs—on the crab. We start with the rich Crab Liver Pâté 🥖, followed by the Chilli Garlic Prawns. For the main event, I dive into a medium Pepper Crab. While the black pepper adds a warm hum, the real story is the crab—the incredible sweetness and texture of the meat that makes these lagoon crabs world-famous. 🦀✨

“The Boss” joins the table as well, exploring the Mock Crab Mushroom, Garlic Rice, and Sauteed Morning Glory 🥬🍚, before we finish the afternoon with a decadent Coconut Crème Brûlée. 🥥🍮

From the strict “no-freezer” policy to the final bite, I break down whether the quality of the ingredient justifies the splurge. Join me for an honest look into the soul of Sri Lankan seafood! 🇱🇰😋

Kripal Amanna

If you found this vlog interesting, you may like our previous vlogs in this series too. Watch at:
Checking Into Colombo’s Most Luxurious Destination: A Luxury Escape With The Boss! 🇱🇰✨https://youtu.be/3oVYpDEXeLU
Walking The Streets Of Old Colombo | History, Heritage & Local Flavours https://youtu.be/VBOfWKqlODY

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Ministry Of Crab, Old Dutch Hospital Complex, 04 Hospital St, Colombo 00100, Sri Lanka; tel: +94 77002 4823; google maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/sinufZuZknwxNuen9

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40 Comments

  1. @vidyutmulki2807

    One of my favorite restaurant. I enjoyed having the mud crab 🦀 here with my friends
    Lovely memories of this place

  12. @KripalAmannaVlogs

    After a hectic morning in Old Colombo’s markets, it was time to put a modern icon to the test! 🏛🚶‍♂The question on every traveler’s mind: Is the Ministry of Crab really a must-visit? 🧐🦀
    What’s your take—is a meal this legendary always worth the splurge, or do you prefer the hidden gems in the local markets? Let me know in the comments! 👇
    Explore more of our Colombo series here: 👉 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIgXlo_rP6HF4F4BZ7bAlniurD7cU7ywy 🎥🇱🇰

    #GourmetOnTheRoad #foodloverstv #KripalAmanna #MinistryOfCrab #Colombo #SriLanka #WorthTheSplurge #TravelDiaries #SriLankanCuisine

  15. @sauravroychow

    When we, a group of 5 ate there in 2015, it came to INR 1500 per person, which included crab pepper, crab chilli garlic, prawns, fish curry, rice, mussels & beer. It was one of the best seafood lunches I had ever had. Had also eaten at their Mumbai, Khar restaurant ard 2019 or so and the bill there was much much higher, and it didn't have the Dutch hospital ambience. Love Sri Lankan food.

  16. @soulcurry_in

    Awesome Kripal. I am so happy for Shree who also got to eat some good food. She's such a sweetheart with no hassle of sitting across you and smelling the crab. Her sunglasses are super duper cool too. Great to see you gorging on that giant crab. 😀

  19. @rubym38

    Wow Sri Lankans' English is way better than ours 😅 They appear more calm and relaxed too. Total island country vibe 🏝️

  29. @MoustacheTales-vy2xc

    I have eaten crab in a buffet. That way it works out. It is not filling like egg or chicken. To me it seems like popcorn or puffed rice,i.e. it is full of too much air.

  33. @shishirmotappa3724

    We being Indians from a middle class family cannot afford Crabs and Lobster to our diet. Only the rich can. The way you show the videos we would like to take a loan and taste the dishes which will later on leave us to debt till we die.

  34. @shazpizzazz6843

    I enjoyed watching you devour that crab, you exhibited some crazy skills harnessing meat from every part! Something primal about digging in with your bare hands. I like how you and your wife say Wibe , Wisable and Wegetables 😂 Small suggestion, whilst fine dining it is not considered fine etiquette to eat with your hat on. You cracked me up with your liberal comments of the crab was a two hand job and how you enjoyed saying head butter ! Urban dictionary tells you what it means 😂 you might blush knowing…So satisfying watch you enjoy eating crab. Thank you for sharing the experience.

  39. @shreeharshabn5367

    Kudos to boss.. though she being a veggie.. She gives a company to you & moreover does not feel awkward.. its not easy for a veggie to sit in front of a Non veg eater.

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