Very flavorful, a little bit hot from chili but good. Good choices on menu I want to come back and try everything.

From the moment you walk in, the service stands out. The staff are warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. You can feel the pride they take in serving every table. What makes it even more special is how involved the owner--who is also the chef--is. That level of hands-on commitment really shows in both the consistency and quality of the food. It's clear this isn't just a business--it's a passion. Now, the food: * Kottu - Simply outstanding. Perfectly chopped, well-seasoned, and packed with bold Sri Lankan spices. The texture and balance of flavors were spot on--comforting yet vibrant. * Lamprais (Lump Rice) - A true highlight. Beautifully wrapped and full of rich, layered flavors. The rice, curry, sambol, and sides come together in a way that feels authentic and thoughtfully prepared. The presentation is also impressive. Each dish is plated with care, colorful, and inviting--showing that attention to detail goes beyond just taste. Overall, Rice n Spice delivers on authenticity, service, and heart. It's always inspiring to see an owner-chef so dedicated alongside a hardworking team that clearly cares about every guest experience. read more

Authentic, well flavored, & large portions. They serve items seldom seen on local Sri Lankan menus like sago, faluda, godamba roti, & hoppers! The desserts go fast, especially the watalappan pudding. The employees are kind & hardworking! We got to see the owner & chef who was both friendly & took a moment to speak to us. We'd drive the 2hrs+ it took us to come back! read more

They're like the only Sri Lankan spot outside of LA. Super friendly service. Gotta get the lamprais and the coconut sambal. Hope they bring back string hoppers. Small little restaurant with like 5 tables. Can get packed. read more

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We went back to Rice N Spice and ordered a bunch of food to go. The restaurant is clean and well kept, but a bit small. The staff was so friendly and kind and even found some Kithul Pani (which was not on the menu) for me to eat with my hoppers as it was a favorite memory as a child in Sri Lanka. All the food was freshly made and absolutely delicious!! It made for a perfect picnic. We will for sure go back again. read more

Rice N' Spice - Hoppers with Kithul Pani (not on the menu) - Sri Lankan Near Me - Anaheim, California

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A very cute little space behind Disneyland. In Anaheim. Authentic Sri Lankan cuisine and limited menu options. Searing isn't spacious but lot of customers were taking carry out orders. We got the biryani and the godamba roti We're very good Highly recommend if you wanna try something new! read more

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Ordered via UberEats and they canceled just as the meal was supposed to be delivered.

This is hands down the best food in Irvine. If you're in the area, consider yourself lucky. Do yourself a favor and check it out

Rice N' Spice is one of the few places where you can find Sri Lankan cuisine in SoCal. You'll definitely want to try the Lamprais (curry and rice), Hopper (curry and rice flour crepes), and String Hopper (curry and rice flour noodles). With each dish, you get to sample a variety of different flavors. Hoppers: The hoppers are round basket-shaped crepes made of rice flour and coconut milk. The crepes are thick and fluffy at the base, thin and crispy at the edges. One has a soft egg, while the other three are plain. The beef is tender and the spices in its curry sauce is tasty. The coconut sambol is a flavor booster of freshly grated coconut, shallots, and chilies. I like to tear off pieces of hopper, add meat, scoop some lentil-based vegetable curry, top it with coconut sambol, and mop up the curry. Lamprais: After unwrapping the banana leaf, you are rewarded with rice cooked in broth and topped with a curry of pork belly and eggplant. You'll notice spices such as cinnamon and black pepper. Hidden within the treasure bundle is a fish cutlet, which is a crispy croquette filled with minced fish. The pineapple curry is sticky and sweet. Break up the hard boiled egg and use it to sop up any remaining sauces. Ordering: You may have to wait a bit for someone to show up at the counter. After you order, your food will be brought to your table when it's ready. Dining Area: It's a cozy space with six tables. Parking: There's an L-shaped strip mall lot. read more

Rice N' Spice - Lamprais - Sri Lankan Near Me - Anaheim, California

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The food here is amazing! I am so happy to find an authentic Srilankan place in Orange County.

Good food but items missing in the lamprais and takes a really long time for the dishes to get prepared. Chicken lamprais: really good amount of chicken and flavors are also nice. My lamprais was missing the egg, shrimp sambal and cutlet (which is I got it instead of the lunch packet). I thought I may have gotten a different order, but it came with the eggplant and the pineapple curry. There isn't a way for you to check if you are taking out since it's wrapped in a banana leaf Egg hopper: good amount of egg. Best to have it there instead of taking out. I'm glad there is a Sri Lankan restaurant, but with the long preparation time and missing items I don't see myself going back. Service and ambience: small area to sit and eat. Parking: plenty in the lot. read more

This is the only local Sri Lankan restaurant and it is amazing! The staff is incredibly friendly and always welcoming. The food here is unique and delicious. I love the godamba roti with any of their curries. Their sambol is my favorite anywhere. I take it home and use it on my sandwiches. I can't recommend this spot enough read more

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If you want to try Sri Lankan cuisine, you can try Rice N Spice in Orange County. They have a variety of items on their menu. Service is quick and the food was delicious. I tried their Godamba roti which came with 3 sides. Everything here is delicious. read more

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It was our first time trying Sri Lankan food. A co-worker recommended for us to eat there and did not disappoint. We ordered the #2 lunch packet, #4 lamprais, #5 pol roti and #6 roti dish! They were amazing and had great flavors. Then we tried the pink drink called Faluda. We also tried the desserts like sago and the other dessert with cardamom and nutmeg! We took photos with the owner and she gave us some snacks! Thank you we enjoyed the food very much! read more

Rice N' Spice - Some co-workers eating at Rice 'N Spice - Sri Lankan Near Me - Anaheim, California

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Great food best way to experience Sri Lanka food! There is variety of options for everyone!

On our quest to try new cuisines, we discovered Rice n' Spice and had a great experience. We ordered the Kottu Roti, Hoppers (Sri Lankan crepe/egg crepe), and the Lamprais. All were ordered mild, but there was still a good kick. Favorites were the Lamprais and Kottu--both had rich flavors with a great balance of sweet, savory, and spicy. They also offer complimentary water from a dispenser, which helps cool things down. The restaurant is small with about five tables (first come, first seated). You order at the counter even if you're dining in. A lot of people were picking up to-go orders, so it felt a bit cramped near the counter with folks waiting close to the tables. Overall, I would recommend trying this place out! read more

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I can't believe there is such amazing Sri Lankan food just right outside of Disneyland for amazing prices. I've had Sri Lankan here in California only a handful of times and this spot is easily the best I've had in my life (so far). Their menu is vast with a lot of different proteins and sides included, and you get to pick how you eat them (think of it like a carb of choice). I was thrilled to see so many vegan, plant-based options here to choose from, so this was a hard decision. We ultimately decided on #6) Pal Roti Combo and #19) String Hoppers, both with veggie curries and spicy coconut sambal. Each was priced at $16 and let me tell you, it came with a lot of food. The coconut roti was delicious and coupled well with the curry, jackfruit, and sambal. The rice noodle patties were such a fun way to enjoy everything as well, almost like a chip or tortilla. Everything tasted great, had an awesome kick, and filling. While the ambiance inside isn't amazing, it's still a comfortable spot to dine in and enjoy some fabulous and unique South Asian island cuisine. I am so ready to come back again and try more of their dishes because everything was just A+. -- Funny enough, I had this twice in one day. I was attending a friend's wedding party and he ordered the same food from here for my vegan friendly meal. read more

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First and foremost this place is best! And! I did forgot the name of the food that we ordered, not a great help on it but! Show them the pic! See my pic! You'll drool over it! It's best! Seriously like best!!!! The spices are wild but not too taming on the flavor! And!!!!! Freshly made with awesome plating! That egg stays well in the middle! Oh my! Definite best time here! I skipped the spoon though... used my hands instead! The service is good and fast and the place is clean! Price wise, it suits the best you can get! read more

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First time having Sri Lankan food and it was amazing! The food was fresh and so flavorful and the service was excellent

I can't remember if I've tried Sri Lankan food before but this was a refreshing, enjoyable experience! As soon as we walked in, someone walked us through all the popular items on the menu and took time to explain what each one was. There are dishes with rice as well as their version of rice noodles. This is more of a self-serve kind of establishment where you order at the front counter, pick up water and utensils, and bus your own trays after. I forgot the exact name of what I ordered (it's number 3 on the menu and apparently one of the most popular) but it had lamb (you can choose your protein), seasoned rice, a boiled egg, and some veggies, all wrapped up in a banana leaf. The meat was tender and seasoned well, and I enjoyed pairing it with the rice. I got to try some of my friend's roti as well and it had a subtle flavor. The parking lot is small and limited (shared with other businesses in the strip mall) so you might struggle to find parking if you come here during busy hour. We came around 7 pm and luckily found a spot quickly. The space is relatively small, with a 4-5 tables that seat about 4 inside, and food comes out quickly. I would come back to try more items! read more

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I am still in love with the food at Rice N' Spice! This is the only Sri Lankan place that I go to and it continues to serve up delicious food! I always call ahead to place an order for pickup. Wait times vary, but it generally takes them 45 minutes to prepare the food. Occasionally, their phone lines are so busy that I can't get a call in even after several tries. That's frustrating, but I can understand since they only have one person working the front and a few people in the kitchen. I wish they had more people working here to cut down on the wait times. My stars are for the quality and taste of the food and it is phenomenal! My go-to here are the Godamba Roti with Lamb ($17.99), Chicken Lamprais ($15.99), and Chicken Lunch Packet ($15.99). It's a small place that is self-serve only. I personally don't mind since I always get my order to go. read more

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We were looking for good food ahead of a trip to Disneyland tomorrow, and we found it. We all loved everything we ordered, and we would come back even if we weren't visiting Disneyland. Very vegetarian friendly. And everyone who works there was incredibly nice! Thanks for a great dinner! (Oh and don't skip dessert!) read more

If my research is still current, Rice N Spice, is the only Sri Lankan restaurant in Orange County. It has been on my "to do" list for a very long time. I finally got the opportunity while recently visiting Irvine. So, on my way back to the SFV, I routed via Anaheim, to get a carry out, from this eatery. While there were many attractive choices on the menu, I chose the rice and curry combination (you can choose one meat and four vegetables). For me, it was going to be chicken with beetroot, eggplant, green beans and lentils. All the components were elegantly and colorfully placed on a banana leaf that was at the bottom of a carry out container. It is well known how the banana leaf imparts, preserves and enhances food flavors and this is a plus. Either way, this Sri Lankan rice and curry combination would not have disappointed. I ate it twice for supper that night and for breakfast and lunch the next day. Each item was tasty, with distinct flavors, well balanced spices and blended harmoniously to provide a multitude of textures and gastronomic pleasure. An excellent presentation and a memorable dish. I know it is a long hike from the SFV, but I will have to go back to enjoy more culinary treats from this genuine ethnic restaurant. read more

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flavorful vegan options! upon arrival, rice n' spice is located in a semi-busy strip mall with ample parking spots. we got there about 30 minutes before closing and the staff still accommodated us by treating us kindly as we ordered takeout. since it was our first time trying this restaurant, we decided to share #6 Pol Roti Combo and requested the vegan version. we chose jackfruit curry and daal. the takeout portions were on the smaller side, but it was still sufficient for my partner and i to share as a sample platter. we have had sri lankan food a few times in portland, oregon that also happened to be vegan. i would say rice n' spice compares to the restaurant in portland called mirisata. every bite of roti tasted authentic and paired well with the curry. each dish is full of spices that are enriched with coconut milk. the coconut sambal is exceptional. overall, i highly recommend trying this restaurant as well as sri lankan food in general! this place is a hidden gem in the back corner of an otherwise random strip mall down the street from disneyland. the staff is excited to share their dishes and will address any dietary restrictions or concerns perfectly. it is a casual spot to have a seriously phenomenal meal. read more

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Horrible people and incompetent, at best. I ordered several items for delivery for my mother for Mother's Day. TWO items were missing. I had to order and had items re-delivered. The guy I spoke to about this was rude, told me I wasn't his servant, and didn't take down my contract information, when I asked him to have the owner, Sundaya, contact me. My family has frequently gone there and had several parties and functions catered. Not anymore. This isn't SL. read more

What an honor to eat here! Every single bite was a flavorful experience. From the drinks to the gifted cake for our friend's birthday, everything was unique and so welcomed. The staff were incredibly kind and thoughtful--they truly made the night special. They made us feel like we were enjoying a meal at home, and even brought the chef out to wish us a good evening. It's a gorgeous place in appearance and spirit. I'll never forget such food and such warmth. We will definitely be back and will be recommending this place to our loved ones. Thank you again! read more

We were travelling and were looking for a south indian restaurant. I was surprised to find a Srilankan place and decided come here. This place did not disappoint us. The guy at the counter was very helpful in explaining what dishes to choose. The fish cutlet and the chicken spring roll kind of appetizer was our favorite. We got the Godamba roti with chicken curry and hoppers with fish curry. The hoppers were made in the Srilankan style but still reminded us of Tamilnadu Appam. We also loved the coconut sambal. I would highly recommend this place if you are craving Srilankan food/South Indian food. read more

This great restaurant to go. If it's your 1st time trying the Srilangkan cuisine, the staff can explain and suggest for you. I highly recommend the roti. read more

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I finally found Sri Lankan food in LA and I am absolutely thrilled - I knew what I wanted and was ready to go when I got to the restaurant. Walking in you see the large TV with the menus displayed and an area for hot food to be served from (but there was no buffet/hot food options when I went on a late Saturday afternoon). You order at the counter and that's the extent of it. The restaurant is more suited for to-go than dine-in as there aren't many seats - maybe three or four? However, that should not deter you, especially as there were plenty of to-go orders being placed when I went there. Warning: Because everything is made fresh, it can take 10-20 minutes for your food to come out, but please know that it is absolutely worth the wait! Pro-tip: If you don't want to wait (because the food is made fresh for every order), order ahead by calling them. Here's what I got - I had been missing Sri Lankan food, so that's why it was a larger-than-usual order: - Sri Lankan Lunch Packet with chicken: Savory rice with four veggies wrapped in a steamed banana leaf: $15.99. This took me back to my childhood eating packette lunches in Southeast Asia that was a lot like this - one meat dish and lots of veggies all wrapped in lotus or banana leaves. Delicious! -- The chicken, fish, or vegeterian, is $15.99 -- The beef or pork, is a (1) dollar more; $16.99. -- The lamb or shrimp, is two (2) dollars more; $17.99. - Godamba Roti with lamb: One (1) house-made egg roti and one (1) Godamba roti served with your choice of a meat side, veggie curry, and coconut sambol. $17.99 The lamb was not game-y in anyway, deliciously cooked in a tonne of spices and very tender. The Godamba roti is similar to our Malay/Indonesia/Singaporean roti canais (which are similar to Caribbean parathas or Bangladeshi/Nepali/Indian/Pakistani/Burmese parathas - the flaky ones). Delicious, flakey, well cooked, and the egg Godambi is always my favourite. -- The chicken, fish, or vegeterian, is $15.99 -- The beef or pork, is a (1) dollar more; $16.99. -- The lamb or shrimp, is two (2) dollars more; $17.99. - Pol Roti combo with beef: Three (3) house-made coconut (pol) rotis with your choice of a meat side, veggie curry, and coconut sambol. $16.99 I love pol roti so much and have not been able to make it myself, so finding out that not only is there a Sri Lanka restaurant that I could go to in OC, but that they had pol roti really made my day. The beef was so tender and you can't go wrong with the sambol or daal. The pol roti is slightly thicker than your average roti (or tortilla), but not heavy in any way. It's a perfect roti to eat by itself, with some butter, sambol, or beef! -- The chicken, fish, or vegeterian option, is $15.99 -- The beef or pork option, is a (1) dollar more; $16.99. -- The lamb or shrimp option, is two (2) dollars more; $17.99. - Hoppers with fish: One (1) egg hopper (Sri Lankan crepe) and two (2) plain hoppers made with rice flour & coconut milk served with your choice of a meat side, veggie curry, and coconut sambol. $15.99. Hoppers have the crispy edges and a thicker centre, given the shape of thier vessel and how they're cooked, and serve as a perfect breakfast or meal in general with any dish. - Sago: Tapioca pudding mixed with coconut milk, palm sugar, nuts, and spices. $4.69. Yes, yes, yes. Not too sweet, perfectly cooked sago with amazing flavour. It's not at all like boba - if that's what you're thinking when you read "tapioca". While the same ingredient, the chewiness is far less, particularly given the shape and size of the sago. The prices vs. quantity is on-par and while it can be expensive, especially if you order like me, this is absolutely worth it. And, if you've had Southeast Asian food from Cambodian, Indonesian, Malaysian, etc. or even South Asian food from Nepal, Pakistan, etc., Sri Lankan food will taste very familiar, delicious, flavourful, still unique! Fun fact: Sri Lankan (and southern Indian) spices cuisine are what travelled to Southeast Asia, leading to the heavy influence in flavours and dishes you see in the latter region - the coconut-heavy dishes we have in Southeast Asia take their influence from the trade routes from Sri Lanka and southern India. All the dishes have spices, but they are not spicy. The owner was also super nice and helpful! I had such a pleasant experience, I will definitely come back and try other dishes. I am so, so excited to have found this restaurant - cannot wait to have more. The sheer joy and relief I have now is hard to explain, but please know that this is a stellar small business to support, so please, please do! They also do catering, if you're interested. The restaurant was easy to find, plenty of shared parking. read more

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By far my most favorite Sri Lankan food restaurant. The food is delicious and hits close to home. Great service and atmosphere. I would recommend to anyone who wants to try some amazing authentic food. read more

Rice N' Spice - Chicken Biriyani - Sri Lankan Near Me - Anaheim, California

Forewarning: This place offers no service, and food is made to order, so you will likely wait a good while. A compromise may be ordering ahead or to go. However, the food is worth it. Enjoyed my first taste of Sri Lankan food here. I especially liked the spiciness of the Kottu, and the sticky chewiness of the chopped roti, which was almost reminiscent of a wide rice noodle but firmer, is up my alley. (4/5) Also tried the Lamprais, which is apparently the most popular item. This was a more unique flavor that I haven't had before, with sweetness from the curried pineapple and milder stewed chicken that falls apart. The roasted banana leaf preparation is a plus as both a packet of flavor and fun presentation. Definitely worth trying (4/5) read more

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I highly recommend this restaurant, My wife and I appreciate the way the restaurant staff treats you from start to finish from ordering our food to the restaurant staff wrapping up our leftovers great vibes all the way around, thank you read more

Rice N' Spice - Chicken curry with the rice on the side - Sri Lankan Near Me - Anaheim, California

Talk about A Flavorful Journey. The lamb briyani with egg (i did ask for a curry gravy on side) and veggie lunch packet was so flavorful. From the very first bite, you're greeted with an explosion of aromas and flavor. The coconut sambol, a spicy coconut relish that's simple and addictive, it adds a freshness of flavor to the heat. If you haven't tried Sri Lankan food yet, you're missing out. It's delicious! Also, try their patties, you wont be disappointed. Can't wait to try out the rest of the menu. The portions are generous and staff courteous. read more

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It was my first time trying Sri Lankan food and it won't be my last. I ordered the Godamba combo and added lamb. The lamb (left) was full of different spices which i loved. In in middle, it was some sort of curry. On the right, it was a cold spicy dish which I wasn't the biggest fan. They give you 2 big pieces of rotio, one which egg inside. What i did was peel a piece and dipped it in sauces which was a great combination. I'll definitely be back to try other things on their menu. read more

Rice N' Spice - Combo 7 - Sri Lankan Near Me - Anaheim, California

So yummy! I love their vegan lunch packs. The taste is very good and the variety of vegetables are interesting. Too bad it only opens Thursday through Monday and not open until 12 noon, otherwise I will go there more often. read more

Love love this place! I've always wanted to try Sri Lankan food and I was so happy that I found them. The stuffs are very friendly and patient to answer any questions that I have about their dishes. Everything that I tried was very delicious. I'm looking forward to trying different menus! read more

Excellent Sri Lankan food. Very authentic. Fresh and spicy!! Service is friendly and accommodating. Best Sri Lankan food in Southern California!! read more

This is my first time trying srilankan cuisine!!! It was so good! I love spice food and this was just perfect! I have been living in this neighborhood for years ! I have should tried this place before! I'm from Korea and two dishes we tried were so good and workers here are super nice and kind This will be my new favorite spot for lunch now read more

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Amazing delicious spicy food ! The lunch combo gives a variety of curries and choice of protein served on banana leaf. My son and I both love it. Authentic flavors . Order ahead, because they cook it from scratch. Grateful for such delicious food . read more

Rice N' Spice - Lunch combo with lamb - Sri Lankan Near Me - Anaheim, California