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1601 Bar & Kitchen

4.6(210)
Sri Lankan Restaurant

About

1601 Bar & Kitchen offers a focused tasting menu that marries Sri Lankan flavors with French culinary techniques in a minimalist, intimate setting on Howard Street. The seasonal menu highlights egg hoppers, curries, and seafood, crafted with local California produce for a distinctive dining experience.

Ideal for small groups, this venue provides attentive service and a quiet atmosphere conducive to conversation, making it a refined choice for business dinners or client meetings where a unique culinary journey is part of the agenda.

Best for

  • Intimate client dinners
  • Special occasion team meals

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Dining Event

Custom request

Perfect for team dinners, client lunches, and celebration meals. Reserve a private or semi-private space for your group with food, drinks, and AV if needed.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Happy Hour

Custom request

Host a relaxed evening reception for your team or clients. Reserve a space for drinks and light bites in a social, low-key setting.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage

Full Buyout

Custom request

Take over the entire restaurant for your event. Full control of the space, menu, and atmosphere — ideal for large celebrations or exclusive corporate events.

What's typically included

  • Full venue layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Venue Details

Standout features

Seasonal Sri Lankan tasting menu by Chef Brian Fernando
Food & Beverage
Seasonal Sri Lankan tasting menu by Chef Brian Fernando
A $150 per person tasting menu that showcases contemporary Sri Lankan cuisine using local California produce. The menu changes seasonally and features dishes like egg hoppers with traditional sambols, curries, seafood, and vegetables, all crafted
Small, intimate dining room
Atmosphere
Small, intimate dining room
The venue offers a minimalist and upscale setting with limited tables, creating a personal and focused dining experience ideal for business dinners or special occasions.

At a glance

Rated 4.6 on Google · 210 reviews

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