# Laya, Saint Leonards-on-sea — Reviews > Laya — Sri Lankan Restaurant in Saint Leonards-on-sea with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.8/5 from 283 Google reviews. Location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/east-sussex/restaurants/laya (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Sri Lankan Restaurant 🐾 Dogs Welcome # Laya St Leonards-on-sea, East Sussex [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=11080282819558372087&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Laya](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/109121616471083916169) Google's listing for this restaurant is currently flagged as **closed temporarily**. This isn't always accurate — please confirm directly before visiting. **In short:** Laya is a Sri Lankan restaurant in East Sussex, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 283 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating and dogs welcome. Details checked 7 October 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Laya Laya serves Sri Lankan food at 21 Grand Parade in St Leonards-on-Sea. Dosas, hoppers and thalis are on the menu. The restaurant takes bookings, welcomes children and groups, and allows dogs. It holds a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5. The venue looks out onto the sea. Pricing is reasonable. The restaurant is open to informal dining and has a relaxed atmosphere. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Laya's own website](https://www.layarestaurant.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## What's nearby - Gurkha Chef next door - GRAND DESIGNS ANTIQUES next door - Wyatt Hughes next door - Kassa Coffee next door - The St Leonard Public House next door Distances as the crow flies, via Google Diners like this restaurant's delicious and authentic Sri Lankan food, with many highlighting the flavorful dosas, hoppers, and thalis. They also mention the reasonable prices and the friendly, attentive service. Others appreciate the relaxed, cozy atmosphere and the spectacular views of the sea. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.8 / 5 (283 reviews) **Dogs allowed** Yes **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** East Sussex Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1544420). [More restaurants in East Sussex](https://staycation.co.uk/east-sussex/restaurants) ★ 4.8 (283 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £10 – £20 [Visit official website](https://www.layarestaurant.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [07380 633323](tel:07380633323) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** East Sussex **Plus Code** 9F22VH26+QG ### 🏨 Places to stay near East Sussex Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DEast%2BSussex%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/east-sussex/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/east-sussex/camping) ## Quick answers ### Is Laya any good? Laya is rated 4.8 out of 5 from 283 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. ### Is Laya dog-friendly? Yes, dogs are allowed at Laya. ### Is Laya good for children? Yes, Laya is listed as good for children. ### Can you book a table at Laya? Yes, Laya takes reservations. ### How do I contact Laya? 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