Here are well-regarded fine-dining / romantic dining options in Bentota (Sri Lanka), with short notes and sources so you can check hours, menus and make reservations.

Top picks

• The SHACK / Sea View (Taj Bentota Resort & Spa) — Beachfront fine-dining and seafood experiences, plus several on‑site restaurants for dinner and private dining. Good for a classic beachfront fine‑dining experience. (etichotels.com)

• Sea Meets Spice / Destination Dining (Cinnamon Bentota Beach) — Beach- and river‑side multi‑course / destination dining options (candlelit tables by the river or on the beach). Popular for seafood and romantic dinners. (honeymoonguidesrilanka.com)

• Saman Villas — Luxury boutique resort known for private beach/terrace dining and intimate candlelit dinners (excellent for honeymooners/anniversaries). Confirm availability and menu with the hotel. (brandradar.org)

• Pier 88 (riverside dining) — Highly rated riverside restaurant offering seafood, pizzas and an elevated dining atmosphere on the Bentota River; a favourite for sunset dinners. (More relaxed than hotel fine‑dining but excellent setting and service.) (things.in)

• Esprit Bentota (boutique hotel) — Beachfront boutique hotel with an all‑day / upscale dining option; praised for fresh local ingredients and a calm beachfront setting. Good for a quieter fine‑dining or celebratory meal. (espritbentota.com)

Other notable options (recommended if you want variety)

• Malli’s / Rana Seafood and other local seafood restaurants — Excellent fresh seafood; more casual but can be turned into a special meal depending on seating (many recommended by locals/visitors). (things.in)

• Villa Thamburu — Boutique resort on Bentota Beach with its own restaurant (“Tharinho”) offering a fine‑dining experience in a garden/poolside setting. Good private/quiet dinners. (villathamburu.com)

Quick practical notes

• Reservations are strongly recommended for beachside or private dining (especially at Taj, Cinnamon and Saman Villas) — they often set up special candlelit or destination dinners by request. (etichotels.com)
• Menus, opening hours and private‑dining options change seasonally — call or check each hotel/restaurant website or a recent listing before you go.
• If you want a truly private/romantic setup (private beach table, river deck, or in‑villa dining), mention it when booking; many properties will tailor a multi‑course menu and setting for an extra fee. (brandradar.org)

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