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Yaal Cafe

Unit 5/2 Sheoak Rd, Maddington WA 6109, Australia

Recommended by 61 people

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Unit 5/2 Sheoak Rd, Maddington WA 6109, Australia

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+61 8 6114 3216
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 2:15 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 2:15 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 2:15 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 2:15 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Sunday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Yaal Cafe

Yaal Cafe delivers uncompromised Sri Lankan heat and hearty South Indian cooking right to Maddington. No watered-down gravies here. Expect bone-in goat curries, crispy mutton rolls, and the percussive clatter of kottu roti being hammered on the hotplate. Regulars crowd the counter during lunch for the bain-marie rice specials—a mound of rice paired with a rich meat curry and two rotating vegetable sides like spiced dhal or bean curry. Come evening, the kitchen switches to a full à la carte menu, rolling out paper-thin dosas and banana-leaf lamprais packed with sambal blachan and brinjal moju.

  • Bain-Marie Lunch Packs: Midday counter service pairs fluffy rice with your choice of meat curry and two daily vegetable sides.
  • Unapologetic Heat: Dishes keep traditional Sri Lankan spice levels, bone-in meats, and bold chili heat intact.
  • Regional Specialties: Evenings feature banana-leaf lamprais, puttu, and kottu roti chopped fresh to order on the griddle.
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Why Choose Yaal Cafe

Discover what makes Yaal Cafe Perth's authentic destination for Sri Lankan cuisine

  • Generous Bain-Marie Rice Combos

    Lunch combos feature counter-selected meats and two rotating vegetable curries served in hearty portions at great value.

    Beyond delicious food at a very reasonable price point - best if you have spice tolerance as there is quite a bit of chilli in most of the dishes so check with staff if you need a milder chilli dish.

    S P

  • Substantial Portions and Value

    Dishes deliver substantial servings suited for sharing or multiple meals without cutting corners on ingredients.

    Portion of food is so generous that is evident from the long que of people.

    Harikrishna Rajendran

  • Uncompromising Heat and Flavor

    Traditional Sri Lankan cooking keeps authentic island heat and bone-in richness rather than blanding curries down.

    It's spicy, not sanitised western versions, when they say it's hot, it's hot, took me 3 days to get through one dish but worth it.

    John Osborn

  • Comforting Taste of Home

    Homestyle Sri Lankan recipes evoke deep emotional ties and authentic memories for community members.

    My husbands usual Sunday spot for authentic SriLankan food.. that reminds him of home.

    Naomi Tia

  • Freshly Clacking Kottu and Lamprais

    Diners experience the signature rhythm of kottu roti being freshly chopped alongside banana-leaf wrapped lamprais.

    Walking in your taste buds are enticed not just by the smell but the clak clak clak sound of the kottu being prepared.

    Juvi A

  • Hard-to-Find Regional Specialties

    Hard-to-find regional staples such as string hoppers, puttu, and stuffed short eats bring rare culinary traditions to Perth.

    they also sell spring hoppers and puttu which are hard to find in Perth

    Jagoo Boy

Beloved Sri Lankan and South Indian specialties cooked with authentic spices and traditional recipes

  • Kottu Roti

    A huge selection on the menu and if you want a recommendation then start with the chicken Kotu Roti, you won't be disappointed!

    Thomas Bird

  • Masala Dosa

    The masala dosa ($10.50) was excellent. Great batter texture. Outstanding chutney and sambar.

    paul harrison

  • String Hoppers

    Idli & string hoppers with goat curry, chicken curry & spinach with lentils was superb!

    paulgamini

  • Sri Lankan Lamprais

    We had the Sri Lankan Lamprais which is an amalgamation of side dishes: Chicken Curry, Caramelised Onions, Brinjal Moju, Beef Cutlet, Boiled Egg, Sambal Blachan with a delightfully flavourful rice packed in a banana leaf and wrapped in aluminium foil.

    paulgamini

Frequently Asked Questions

How spicy is the food?

Dishes at Yaal Cafe pack authentic, unapologetic heat and traditional bold seasoning. If you have a lower spice tolerance, speak with staff before ordering to select milder options.

How does ordering work between lunch and dinner?

During daytime service, Yaal Cafe serves hot bain-marie rice combos where you can view curries and pick two vegetable sides with your choice of meat, fish, or vegetarian dishes. Dosa and the broader full menu become available for evening service.

Are the portion sizes generous?

Portions are very generous, with rice combos, curries, and thali plates frequently large enough to share or save for multiple meals. Extra curry portions can also be added for a small fee.

Is parking available on site?

Free parking is available directly in front of the cafe, with ample open parking on site.

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