How much does food cost in Sri Lanka?

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Food prices in Sri Lanka can be surprising: products in stores are often more expensive than in Russia, especially milk, eggs, and meat. For example, a liter of milk costs about 500 rupees (132 rubles), and a dozen eggs start from 400 rupees (105 rubles). However, eating in cafes can be inexpensive if you choose establishments for locals: the minimum bill for dinner without drinks starts from 400 rupees (105 rubles). In tourist restaurants, prices are higher—starting from 1000 rupees (263 rubles) per dish, and a full dinner with drinks will cost at least 2000 rupees (527 rubles) per person. Fruits such as bananas, coconuts, and papayas are available at reasonable prices, but exotic options out of season can be expensive.

More about prices in Sri Lanka for tourists is covered in a separate article here - https://nashaplaneta.net/asia/srilanka/art-shri-lanka-ceny

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