Restaurant Scams in Colombo

Overcharging at Tourist Restaurants Near Galle Face Green

Restaurants along Galle Face Green and the Fort area frequently present tourists with menus that carry no prices, then charge 3–5 times local rates when the bill arrives. Waitstaff may verbally quote one price but write a different amount on the check. Ordering drinks especially triggers inflated bills, with bottles of water priced at restaurant import rates without prior disclosure.