King of the Mambo
Galle Face, Colombo
Restaurant in Colombo, Sri Lanka
Book with PearlWhy go
King of the Mambo is a better pick for a lively Colombo night out than for a tightly defined food-first meal. Choose it for dates, birthdays, and late-evening energy on Galle Road; choose 1864 Limited Edition or Firebeach instead if the priority is a clearer restaurant format, quieter conversation, or more menu-led decision-making.
About King of the Mambo
King of the Mambo is a Colombo venue that opens at 4 PM daily. On Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday it is open from 4 PM to 12 AM; on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday it is open from 4 PM to 2 AM.
That makes the safest planning frame an evening visit in Colombo rather than a lunch booking or a tightly specified dining experience. Other named possibilities to consider include 1864 Limited Edition, Firebeach, The Lagoon, and Menya Hanabi, while broader unnamed Colombo dining options may also be worth checking.
Choose it for an evening plan, with details confirmed directly
The strongest reason to consider King of the Mambo is timing: it opens from 4 PM every day and runs later on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. There is no lunch service listed, and there is no confirmed information here about a specific cuisine, chef-led menu, awards, dietary handling, takeaway, delivery, or price level.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 4 PM–12 AM · Tuesday: 4 PM–12 AM
- Location
- Galle Rd, Colombo 00300, Sri Lanka
- Website
- kingofthemambo.com
- Phone
- +94 77 222 7389
Venue details
Ambiance
Colorful Havana-inspired interiors with a vibrant, celebratory beachfront atmosphere, tropical cocktails, ocean breezes, live music, and late-night dancing.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
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At the Table
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Large
- Kitchen
- Fusion
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Small plates
- Drinks Focus
- Cuban cocktails, Mojitos, Daiquiris, Tropical cocktails
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Galle Rd, Colombo 00300, Sri Lanka
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 4 PM–12 AM
- Tuesday
- 4 PM–12 AM
- Wednesday
- 4 PM–12 AM
- Thursday
- 4 PM–2 AM
- Friday
- 4 PM–2 AM
- Saturday
- 4 PM–2 AM
- Sunday
- 4 PM–12 AM
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Firebeach, Notable alternative
- 1864 Limited Edition, Notable alternative
- Not available, Notable alternative
- The Lagoon, Notable alternative
- Menya Hanabi, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How King of the Mambo compares in Colombo
King of the Mambo is the better choice when the brief is atmosphere first: a date, birthday, or group night where the room matters as much as the plate. 1864 Limited Edition is the safer alternative for a more composed meal, especially if the occasion needs quieter pacing and a clearer dining-room feel.
Firebeach is the easier cross-shop for diners who want a casual restaurant decision rather than a nightlife-leaning one. The Lagoon is the better comparison for seafood-led planning, while Menya Hanabi suits a quicker, more focused meal.
Not available is less useful as a decision anchor than the named restaurant peers. If King of the Mambo is full or the group wants less noise, start with 1864 Limited Edition; if the plan is relaxed and social, Firebeach is the more natural backup.
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Compare King of the Mambo
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| King of the Mambo | Colombo | No published awards |
| Firebeach | Colombo | No published awards |
| 1864 Limited Edition | Colombo | No published awards |
| The Lagoon | Colombo | No published awards |
| Menya Hanabi | Colombo | No published awards |
How King of the Mambo Colombo compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What are alternatives to King of the Mambo?
Other named options to compare include Firebeach, The Lagoon, Menya Hanabi, and 1864 Limited Edition.
Is lunch available at King of the Mambo?
An evening visit is the only supported timing here, since the venue opens at 4 PM every day. There is no lunch service listed.
