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Banana Leaf Restaurant in Milpitas

4.3 (199) 182 Ranch Dr, Milpitas, CA 95035, United States

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Malaysian restaurant
Asian fusion restaurant
Restaurant

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Milpitas, Santa Clara County, California, US

Phone: +1 408-719-9811
Site: http://bananaleaf-usa.com/

Opening hours

Monday:11:30 AM–2:30 PM
Tuesday:11:30 AM–2:30 PM
Wednesday:11:30 AM–2:30 PM
Thursday:11:30 AM–2:30 PM
Friday:11:30 AM–2:30 PM
Saturday:11:45 AM–8 PM
Sunday:Closed

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Total reviews rating 4.3

199 Reviews for Banana Leaf Restaurant 2024:

Review №1

2023-07-15 01:07:38

Other than scallops, rest food is very good either flavor or portion! But i do wanna complain that We got only 2-3 scallops for a over $30+ dish ?! Even though we talk to waitress couple times and what we got is they weight it before they cook, and they are not doing anything with it. Otherwise it will jump to 5 stars.

Review №2

2023-10-07 21:23:08

Roti prata and chicken satay are very good. The prata is very crispy and the mild spicy sauce is a perfect match for it. The chicken is grilled to just right and the nutty sauce add the flavor to it. Recommend to eat it right away. The softness goes away after cooling down. The Siam salmon is crispy outside covered with sweet sour sauce. Pad see ew has various vegetables, scallops, and shrimps in it. It’s very tasty. The papaya salad isn’t what I have expected. The sauce tastes too much like oyster soy sauce to me. Overall it’s a great meal!

Review №3

2023-11-16 21:51:04

Have been to this place many many times and had to provide a review. The place is a great fusion of Malaysian food and their choices are fantastic!They have indoor and outdoor seating and are usually a fairly quick turnaround type spot. Our appetizers came out within minutes and everything was super fresh and delicious!I am a huge fan of their roti prata, papaya mango salad, mango delight vegetables, basil fried rice and their curry.

Review №4

2023-10-09 21:50:25

We recently visited Banana Leaf for dinner and although the restaurants location, services and indoor/outdoor seating were pleasant, we found that the taste of the dishes was not up to par compared to pre-pandemic times. I would opt for their sister restaurant in Menlo Park (Black Pepper) for Malaysian food.

Review №5

2023-07-23 01:04:20

Been here couple of times, tried different dishes, sometimes got surprised, but never disappointed.My favorite thing here is their deep fried ice cream dessert: it costs like a decent meal, but also enormous size, we were able to split it for four people and everyone got enough.Interior is very simple, and also tables stand very close to each other. Seems like they tried to fit as many chairs as they couldPlace is very popular, so at evenings expect some wait time to get a table or book it in advance.

Review №6

2023-09-11 22:48:55

Made reservations as I heard this place gets busy. We were seated immediately and menus can be scanned using the QR code. Waters were brought right away and we were given some time to look at the menu. We ordered Roti Prata (they recommend two orders for a party of three as each order only has one piece of bread). The bread was light and lacy and had a good curry sauce on the side. Next came the seafood laksa. Delicious curry soup, filled with a variety of seafood and two types of noodles (thin and thick). Indian mee goreng noodles were tangy and equally delectable. Finally, the Hainan chicken was soft and succulent and served with a comforting bowl of tumeric rice. Great balance of textures, flavors and aromas. Plenty to eat for a party of 3.

Review №7

2023-10-31 05:26:14

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Banana Leaf Restaurant in Milpitas, California, and it was a culinary journey to remember! The attentive and friendly staff made the experience even more enjoyable, guiding me through the menu and ensuring a wonderful dining atmosphere. With generous portions and reasonable prices, Banana Leaf Restaurant offers exceptional value for an exquisite culinary adventure. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for an unforgettable dining experience in Milpitas.

Review №8

2023-09-02 22:03:20

Worst Veg Pad Thai Ive ever had. It was noodles with some random sauce, no flavor, no spices. There were no peanuts at all. I also dont understand how a restaurant can charge $19 bucks for a meal and not even have time to cut the veggies.

Review №9

2023-11-04 03:44:52

This place was so good. The food was so hot and flavorful. It was like a punch in the face in the best way. I was a huge fan. I was suggested this place by a local in the area and they mentioned it knowing I was a pescatarian. It was a great suggestion. When deciding what I wanted to order, I was between menu options. I made a great choice. Food was awesome and I got a huge table for myself haha

Review №10

2023-07-26 03:47:53

It’s Singapore and Malaysian special food restaurant. Overall food is delicious. Good choice to explore all kinds of foods. Fine apple fried rice is good.

Review №11

2022-12-20 23:15:30

Had a good time at this restaurant. Good service and friendly staff and food was good. Never knew celery is part of the Malaysian cuisine. They had used it very well. There were big cauliflower pieces which were not cooked very well. I am not sure if I recommend any dish that I ate, As I have mixed opinion about the dishes I tried andhave not had Malaysian cuisine before. But if you are open to exploring I would definitely recommend trying this restaurant.The ice cream with fried banana was amazing.

Review №12

2023-10-03 03:03:43

I went here for Dinner along with a co-worker. I have mixed opinions about this place. I ordered the Egg paratha and Red Curry along with rice. I was surprised that the base/gravy for both these curries are exact same. My waiter didnt suggest me this. The Red Curry is so-so but the partha and side dish is decent. I also ordered Malaysian tea but it tasted more like coffee. Overall I have mixed opinions about this place, I might consider going been but with caution.

Review №13

2023-06-14 02:01:41

I was craving for Hainan chicken and I came to this place. Nothing was right about the Hainan chicken. The chicken was overcooked. the sauce is not right. Disappointed. But the mango sticky rice was good. Just a little too hot for dessert. I guess I came right when they open and they didnt have time to chill the rice.

Review №14

2023-11-15 05:27:05

Overall it is okay. The food taste is too strong and salty. Talk to the owner and his response makes me not want to go again.

Review №15

2023-09-03 06:35:27

My third time here and the food is really good. We got here around 12:30 and it was starting to get packed. They have outdoor seating, but we ate inside this time. I would like to try everything on the menu. I highly recommend trying this place.

Review №16

2023-10-10 12:38:33

This is one of the best places to go for Malayisan food in the Bay Area. Weve been coming for years and it has been amazing every single time. We have tried all the vegetarian items on their menu and have been incredibly pleased each time. The one must have item in their roti parata. Its so tasty and the sauce is so flavorful.

Review №17

2023-05-08 21:37:31

This place serves up some amazing Malaysian food. The Rendang was excellent and the Roti Chennai was so good. Everything else is also delicious. Service was top notch. Will be coming back for sure.

Review №18

2023-05-06 23:40:18

Wow! Every dish was incredibly unique, not to mention the combination of spices and flavors. The first time weve seen food served in a mango, and the flavors were very strong in a good way. The yellow rice had a subtle savory flavor that was not overwhelming at all, perfect for eating with other dishes. There was a spicy sauce that was served with the hainan chicken rice that we even ordered extra to take home. Most of the dishes we ordered were not spicy or mild, perfect for those who just want to try the flavor without any disruption.The Malaysian iced tea was most certainly unique, which I can only describe as a combination of coffee and boba flavor. The passion fruit juice may be a little too sweet but a squeeze of lime should make it a lot better.Out of all the mango sticky rice weve tried over the years, the rice here easily tops them all with black rice that is not too sticky or strong and complements the coconut flavor beautifully. The panna cotta itself was a bit too sweet, but the tanginess of the fruit on top made up for an extraordinary taste.The only issue we had was that that menu was lacking photos, making it difficult to order if you are unfamiliar with the ingredients.Overall, I heavily recommend this place if you are looking to eat something special in the area with both great taste, presentation and service. We will definitely be back to try more on the menu.

Review №19

2023-09-24 06:09:20

Fantastic experience. Made me felt just like home. We’ll definitely be back again! Highly recommend pineapple fried rice, black pepper chicken, seafood laksa, roti prata, mango sticky rice. Everything was delicious!

Review №20

2023-09-10 01:23:12

Very nice food and taste is consistent from 20 years - no wonder it’s still a popular place. Prices are still reasonable unlike other restaurants in Bay Area.

Review №21

2023-01-22 07:16:51

South east Asia cuisine that is super authentic and tastes is great.Tons of people, so make a reservation or you might need to wait a bit.The curry is flavorful.The chicken satay is tender and juice.The crab we have is seat and meaty.All the food are nice.

Review №22

2022-07-22 22:36:29

We were a group of nine people who reserved a table ahead of time. Since it was a big crowd we shared our food. We ordered appetizers, drinks, main course and dessert. A couple of people ordered separately as take out for their home. The service was good and we were meeting after a long time hence, didnt pay much attention to anything but went with the flow. It was not even closing time but the waitress came and told us the kitchen is going to close and so the moment we heard this we rushed to order more as some of them were strict vegetarians. But we realized the kitchen was not closing that soon. Anyway, when it came to paying the bill, it was decided the take out items will be paid by the individuals. We asked for the bill and saw that our bill included the service charge and then for take out there was a service charge included too. This seemed very strange as for takeout how can you ask for a service charge? Our friend asked the waitress, to which she responded- when you come in a group and ask for takeout, its a lot of work for us to fill in a box hence the service charge. This reason didnt seem reasonable hence my friend asked for the manager. The manager came and was already in an apologetic mode. My friend explained the situation and the manager without asking anything further did a refund for all the takeout items and apologized on behalf of his staff. The other thing, I had ordered a cocktail and I didnt want that to be included in the group bill. Hence ahead of time I requested the waitress to not include the price for cocktail in the main bill and I will pay it separately. She agreed and got my cocktail bill. Later while we were checking our main bill to make sure we were paying for what we ordered, to our surprise, the waitress added the cocktail bill in the main bill as well as she gave a separate bill to me which I had requested. The food was great and I have been going to this place since 2005. I always enjoyed the food, service and the manager was a nice person then too. This time I learned a lesson, always check your bill and when in doubt ask for the manager as he will never be wrong.

Review №23

2023-10-05 01:10:44

My praise to this place is long overdue. I’ve been there in spring to celebrate my stepdaughter’s birthday. We had a party of 9, made a reservation in advance, were seated timely and everything went real smooth. Started our dinner with delicious roti, then we ordered a whole bunch of various dishes that I don’t even remember to name but ALL were extremely scrumptious. And we also tried every single dessert in their menu. Yum! Staff works very efficient and food arrives promptly. I recommend it to whoever loves to eat good food. My compliments to chefs! 🫶🏻 We will be happy returning customers.

Review №24

2023-02-23 05:12:40

Service was amazing and so was the quality and taste of the food. Co-worker suggested and I am so glad she did. I am glad we got there little earlier than others because it got packed real quick.

Review №25

2023-04-01 19:44:55

Pineapple fried rice and Indian curry naan are good and worth tasting. Business is very good, so u probably need to wait for list at least half hour during rush time.And its desserts are very special and like Asian flavors, if you like Asian cuisine, u should try it.

Review №26

2022-09-03 20:10:52

Pros: Food was really good. We ordered multiple dishes and decided to share, and also got some entrees for folks who were hungrier. All was very good, but we ended up ordering too much.Cons: They have an outdoor area under a tent. When the sun goes down, there are no lights and it gets weirdly dark. Separately, the waitress came to offer desert wine on the house. We accepted (12 of us) and after a minute, came back and said that the offer was a mistake and it would not be complimentary - LOL - it felt SO wrong!

Review №27

2023-02-27 02:01:35

Amazing taste and that justifies why it is difficult to get a table here.Quick service so you don’t stay hungry any longer.My favorite was black pepper chicken. It was just amazing with eggplant and beans.Curry that came with Roti Prata was mouth watering.Only downside was to pay extra $ for a tiny side of peanut sauce. I will expect that to be complimentary at this level of menu pricing.

Review №28

2023-11-08 01:05:43

Went by myself for lunch for the first time and I wish I could give a higher star review. I was pretty impressed by the food and the server was pretty good too, but the prices were fairly outrageous for the portion size and the experience. I was in for like a half hour, had one of the cheapest entrees on the menu with a side of steamed rice and only water to drink and my bill before tip was close to $30. I know it’s California and running a business is expensive but at some point it’s not worth eating at a place like this.

Review №29

2023-03-05 02:50:47

Pretty good food. My favorite of the evening was the Veggie Pineapple Fried Rice, which was cool since it was served in a pineapple. The Roti Prata appetizer was great, super crunchy, flaky, and crispy, and paired well with the provided sauce. Veggie Pahd Thai was pretty standard, nothing outstanding there. For dessert, the Deep Fried Mango Ice Cream is a must-have. I liked that one much more than the Kuih Seri Muka, although the black sticky rice was nice and sweet.

Review №30

2023-02-11 21:52:08

Nice location with loads of parking. Everything we ordered was delicious. Pricing was reasonable too.It was a girls meet and one of us had our birthdays and we had a free cake, which was sweet ❤️.

Review №31

2023-11-10 18:24:31

I had an extremely frustrating experience at the restaurant last night. Despite being on the waiting list, the staff allowed others to bypass us, and the customer service rep was rude and inefficient. The new management seems to be lacking, as witnessed by their disorganized approach. We eventually left for a nearby restaurant, where we enjoyed excellent customer service and food. If you value a positive dining experience and best value for money I recommend trying Thai Cafe instead.

Review №32

2022-08-14 01:29:32

A++ service, speed and taste! (Not in any particular order as they were all excellent) Satay chicken is a MUST if you’re ordering appetizer. Pahd see ew was my top choice but the other dishes were equally flavorful with fresh ingredients. I normally don’t order desserts but so glad I did today because all three were so so good. If I must choose, I’d recommend getting the pandan leaf panna cotta 👍 The place gets packed fast so if you don’t want to wait make sure to make a reso ✔️

Review №33

2022-11-12 20:36:27

Was back to banana leaf after long long time. Thoroughly enjoyed the lunch there.Ambience was great, they do have both outdoor and indoor. Food came out quick and customer service was awesome. After appetizers they cleaned up the table to serve the entrees.We ordered roti prata, roti lemur and Tom yam soup for appetizers. Each of them was fantastic and the gravy and soup was flavorful.Entrees we got Melaka Pomfret and pad see awe, requested to be spicy and flavor was awesome and fish was fresh.Will be coming back soon to try out the rest of the menu.

Review №34

2023-12-05 18:35:40

One of the must-try restaurants surprised me with its lot of vegetarian options. They offer both indoor and outdoor seating, but I found the indoor seating to be congested. Food tasted good. Good service and fast too.

Review №35

2022-07-23 03:21:21

Loved the Roti Parata. The food and service was excellent. The soup serving size was large. We did not like the spring roll. The basil fried rice and pad Thai was awesome. A wonderful evening

Review №36

2022-09-14 20:35:13

You wont be disappointed. The laska was similar to the one I tasted in Singapore. They have great vegetarian and vegan options here. The rice rolls we got as appetizers were so refreshing. Its usually busy during lunch. So factor in some wait time when going.

Review №37

2022-10-29 02:42:17

My second experience at this place. Again the food was very good. A real taste of Asian food. The place was quite full to and still very noisy but it is worth it. Wine looks expensive to me for the taste it had (took Pinot) but we are in the US and I am not an US wine specialist.Food quality: 5*Food taste: 5*Service: 5*Place ambiance: 3*

Review №38

2022-02-12 16:39:47

Good place serving decent Malaysian food. Make sure you reserve your table ahead of time, otherwise you will end up waiting for at least an hour to get a table. We went here to try out their food but the place was extremely packed so had to wait for about an hour to get the table. The food was good and the service was really quick. The veggie Indian mee goreng was the best, I recommend you try it. Roti telur was okayish and fresh hand rolls were good. Their pineapple fried rice is just amazing, don’t miss out on trying that out. Panna cotta was okay, it could have been made with less gelatin. Overall, a good place.

Review №39

2023-08-08 05:28:40

We went to the Banana Leaf and had a wonderful time. Peter was a wonderful server.

Review №40

2023-03-04 20:51:14

Their Pahd See Ew is wonderful!So is their Penang Sizzling Chicken!They also make nice desserts, Deep-Frid Banana Ala Mode, Pandan Leaf Panna Cotta.Ive been there 4 times in 3 weeks, always a pleasure.

Review №41

2023-06-04 03:02:00

Satay is good. However the pineapple fried rice is not my taste and there is a lot of mosquitoes at the front door while we are rating.

Review №42

2023-09-23 00:50:55

With the pandemic, open are seating out front of restaurant is now, and still, available. Absolutely lovely! Sit out in the fresh air, watch the palm trees, and have great Thai! And their wine lost is superb. The curries, rotti, and noodles are divine. Highly recommend! Plates are large, so family style is best.

Review №43

2022-08-15 18:01:00

Not very great.. picked this place for lunch after reading all the awesome reviews .. was a tad disappointed thoughNothing so special about raved roti prataThe drink was pretty watery the cold coffee was very very bad. And the pineapple salad was just okay.. the wheat noodles. Again nothing wow about it

Review №44

2021-11-23 04:25:40

Taste wise: vegetarian options are good. Vegetarians should definitely try roti porota and pineapple fried rice. Spring rolls sauce was great!Price wise: they are expensive; given the quantity they serve is less.Very polite and supportive staff. All of them greet very nicely!Some utensils required replacement because they were not cleaned properly.

Review №45

2023-01-04 17:23:25

Roti Paratha and the side curry served with it was great. Noodles and black pepper veggies were 3.5/5. The portions and service were great. All in all it was a good experience which is why the 4/5.

Review №46

2023-10-12 23:22:57

I havent been to Banana Leaf in years. I had a fond memory of the restaurant, but it was vague. My visit today was fantastic. I wish I had returned earlier during one of my visits to the Bay area. The food was as tasty as I remembered it, the service was prompt and efficient despite how busy (there were lines outside) the restaurant was, and the place was vibrant. Not many places exist and maintain their quality for as many years as I have frequented Banana Leaf. I will return soon.

Review №47

2023-03-04 21:06:31

Loved the rempah chicken, roti prata was okay, chicken red curry wasn’t up to our taste though.Black pepper chicken - yum, bit spicy. Veggie phad-se-ew and veggie pineapple rice are decent as well.

Review №48

2022-07-01 03:29:04

Very disappointed with food quality, Hainan chicken is not tender and fresh, green curry chicken also no flavor, not worth the money. My friend used like this restaurant a lot so she took me to try this restaurant, she said the food quality is not as good as before, and won’t come back again!

Review №49

2022-07-04 21:14:40

This restaurant looks so busy and very popular in town. Overall atmosphere was great and all the staffs were so kind and extremely welcoming. Foods came pretty quickly eventhough it was very crowded and busy. I ordered Rendang chicken and Seafood Curry Laksa and taste was good! Surprisingly they provided a scoop of ice cream as a dessert for free.I would visit this place again and highly recommend you all visit.

Review №50

2023-02-26 17:58:47

Hainan chicken is my fav dish here, super tender and I really like their sauce (the brown sauce in the plate I don’t really need the spicy sauce on the side)! Only wish is they can add more Vege 😂 they do have a few cucumber pieces at bottom :)

Review №51

2021-11-24 22:07:55

Great Thai restaurant. They have many vegetarian options and a separate vegetarian menu. We ordered the famous “roti prata” which was pretty good with the sauce. The prata is a bit on the sweeter side but pairs well with the curry sauce. We also tried veg spring rolls which tasted bland and not so good. Pineapple fired rice was good and the green thai curry was okay as well. They have both indoor and outdoor seating. The guy who served us was helpful and quick in service.

Review №52

2023-04-09 16:13:19

The food is outstanding, but I have to knock off a star because of the mediocre service. We definitely felt rushed in ordering, but the recommendations for the food were very nice. Our waiter was nice, just felt rushed. Very busy restaurant.

Review №53

2022-08-06 05:12:54

Prata, Papaya salad, Veggie pad thai were good.Too much turmeric in the pineapple fried rice with very less chunks of pineapple from last time.Desserts- fried banana with icecream, panna cotta were really good. Must try.

Review №54

2022-03-11 20:19:26

Banana Leaf is a delectable Malaysian spot that has terrific service and a nice ambience to eat all your favorite Malaysian dishes. As pictured we ordered roti/paratha, veggie laksa mee, veggie Indian mee goreng, and pandan leaf panna cotta for dessert. Everything was filling, delicious, flavorful, and not too spicy. It was a bit pricey but considering the service and ambience it was worth it. Not too busy on a Friday night and plenty of seating inside.

Review №55

2023-08-09 16:34:29

Ordered Sizzling Black Pepper Chicken and Seafood Laksa and it didnt disappoint. Food quantity is more than enough for one dish.Overall-Top quality food service along with decent ambiance. People residing in the Bay area must go here if they havent already

Review №56

2023-10-16 04:08:21

The food was nice. They are very open for customers to watch them cooking. We were here to celebrate our birthday and they treated us a big and tasty chocolate cafe. However, the seating was a little small, but it’s worthy to give it a try!

Review №57

2022-07-16 21:54:18

Ambience : averageFood presentation : not good (in our orders)Staff: Good & politeWe ordered mango chicken & banana leaf nasi lema rice. Mango chicken was good, tender pieces of chicken in sliced mango and sweet sour gravy.However the nasi lema was very average. The presentation and the silver wares were not upto the standards .Not very excited to try this place again.

Review №58

2022-09-02 03:30:13

Its simple: Everything is good! Cocktails, appetizers, entrées and desserts were amazing. My favorites were chicken spring rolls, roti prata, pineapple fried rice, beef satay and shaking beef. I suggest you order a lot and share with friends in order to experience as many dishes as possible. You will not regret it!

Review №59

2023-11-19 08:59:02

While the food is decent, the way they conduct business feels dishonest. Mandatory 18% service charge for 2 adults and 2 children is excessive and I associate these type of practices with customer exploitation. What’s the point of then adding another line for tips? Will not be coming back as there are better Asian food choices (with integrity) in the Bay Area.

Review №60

2023-01-30 06:56:55

Busy place. Reservations recommended for large groups.Service is pretty fast.We liked the Roti prata, but pineapple fried rice and green curry were average.

Review №61

2023-04-09 19:42:30

Lovely restaurant with tasty Malaysian cuisine! Friendly staff and good ambiance! Would definitely recommend this place!

Review №62

2019-08-04 03:12:06

Southeast baesian food right here. Every dish was flavorful, their sauces were good, and you actually feel pretty good after the meal. Their beed skewers were delicious, the pineapple rice was refreshing, and the appetizer bread was really good for getting us started.

Review №63

2022-03-22 03:32:59

Over Hyped place. Food is average. Too expensive. Costed 80$ for just 2Ordered pad thai -2/5 too sweet when asked for alternative gives some spicy sauce. Which wasnt spicy.Replaced Singapore chili prawn with pepper prawn. Prawn was overcooked . Can be better. No dish was out standing. Very average. Not worth the money!

Review №64

2022-08-10 18:33:17

One of the best dining places when in the bay area.They have a menu of delicious south asian cuisines.The place has a good parking place but yes this area is very popular and busy so based on time one needs to consider waiting time too for parking.

Review №65

2023-10-03 06:04:57

Had the vegetarian basil fried rice that was really good. They have a reservation system, but we still had to wait for 10 minutes before we got a table on weekend. Fair warning though they add a service charge for even a 4 people table.

Review №66

2023-08-21 22:02:17

Good food. Fast and EXCELLENT service.Its definitely for a group to come to share family style. Everything was delicious. They even called us before hand to see how many baby seats we would need before arriving.Worker knew exactly how to guide a group that had no idea what to order. Hey, we can get you started with some roti.. 3 should be a good amount..Thank you! Will be back again.

Review №67

2018-08-04 04:37:13

Pineapple rice is a must try. Very good place to try south East Asian cuisines all at one place. We ended up trying Malaysian (Malay sauce lamb) and Thai (Pahd ‘pad’ Thai with Chicken and Green curry) cuisine and liked everything.We were lucky to get a table without waiting else there is a waiting during peak dining hours.

Review №68

2023-09-03 06:01:19

Some tasty food but charged mandatory tip over after tax price, which was a really bad move.Very popular restaurant. We waited for around 15 min after 1:30 pm on weekends. The staff were friendly and helpful. The food came slow but tasted good.Recommend roti prata, Mango chicken, Singapore black pepper beef (1/2 of the dish was eggplant and string beans), and the deep fried ice cream (taro shell with mango ice cream center).However, they charge a mandatory 18.5% tip over after tax price, which ruined the good impression.

Review №69

2022-09-18 01:47:35

First time trying this place. The food was super tasty and great prices. The owners were friendly and very attentive. This is a must place to try.

Review №70

2021-09-30 22:50:21

Great place for Asian cuisine. Good options for vegetarians. We ordered vegetarian fresh hand rolls and spring rolls - both were good. Loved the veg Indian mee goreng noodles - the peanut sauce is fantastic! The basil fried rice were 5/5. Overall everything was delicious. Portion size is generous, Service is fast and the staff is friendly and they do have some good recommendations!

Review №71

2017-10-29 06:29:13

Have been here quite a few times and I can say the quality of the food is consistent. The menu has different variety of Thai food unlike other Thai restaurants which have the same menu. Their veggie Tom yam soup and veggie mango delight in entree is must have. Very quick service and friendly staff. Pleasant ambience.

Review №72

2022-10-07 21:44:55

Saturday night dinner:(~7.50 pm)- Ordered Egg Roti Prata, Satay chicken and Pad Thai with Chicken.- Favourites as per the order:Satay chicken - Very good and juicy, slightly on the sweeter side, 5 skewers of satay chicken. Could be little better if a side of hot sauce is provided.Pad Thai - It’s good, filling. Singaporean cuisine is new to me. If you’re expecting Thai style hot PadThai, this is not for you.Egg Prata - It’s very good with the curry, I got Kerala paratha feels because of my Indian roots. Just Prata was also available, egg is better.- Served in less than 15 min. We booked a table through yelp just 2 hrs ahead(do reserve, otherwise there’s a lot of waiting time). Our server was generous and took order around 8.05 pm, kitchen closing time was 8 pm. Space was very clean and had good seating, very busy on weekend nights.

Review №73

2022-06-24 09:17:47

Decided to try out this popular restaurant based on Google review.Here is feedbacks from dine in experience:👍 The portion of food is just ok, it is over-priced than what you paid for.👍 Service is average, not too impressive.👍 Not too impressed with presentation of dishes.⭐️ Overall, I believe this place deserves one star

Review №74

2022-02-06 21:00:12

Great service but the prices seem a bit high. Not a great example of hygiene.Update: went there last week and they surely are in demand. Quite long wait list for dinner and 45 mins of waiting. We ordered everything veg. They do have fast service but as mentioned - they could use real table cloth instead of paper roll. It gets dirty and it’s really irritating to eat on top of paper after paying about 75$ bill for two.Dessert: we ordered Panna cotta and it had a lot of gelatin. Felt like jello. I would not recommend getting this dessert. We had seen reviews for fried banana with ice cream but we are not a big fan of a banana based dessert so went with this one.Appetizer: We ordered fresh veg rolls and they were okay.Entre: We got pineapple fried rice and to be honest there was only one pineapple piece in it. It was disappointing that it was no different than any other fried rice. Nothing special.

Review №75

2023-04-18 07:28:32

Nice place to eat Malaysian cuisineWe love Singaporean black pepper appetizer, Roti prata and basil fried rice

Review №76

2022-10-10 02:56:16

Good Food, Hidden Charges (forced).We stopped over for dinner on recommendation from family friend. Food was good, my issue is with hidden service charge of 18%Normally our tip ranges between 10-20%. This meal deserved 10% because they got rice after we finished eating.Completely understandable when service charge is applied to larger groups 6-8+. Forcing service charge on 4+ groups pretty much means majority of you customers.Instead of sneaking in your charges, be honest and raise and your prices.

Review №77

2023-11-03 00:15:00

It was crazy busy and loud but the service was still great. Food was all good. Not as spicy as I would like but for most it would be perfect. The roti canai was super good. So was the pineapple rice.

Review №78

2018-12-11 05:12:11

Pretty large Malaysian restaurant, nice decor, seating seemed a bit too close. Open kitchen is right in the center, unfortunately, some cooking smell was unavoidable! Great service, very attaintive! Tried a lot of dishes, the steak skewers were my favorite, tender, good meat. The pancakes were also excellent, light and crispy. Eggplant was cooked well with garlic. The salmon to me was overcooked. Hainan chicken, though tender, just seemed to lack flavor. Overall, pretty good, reasonable CP!

Review №79

2023-02-05 17:31:05

Little pricey but good food. Certain sauces feel same taste though. Need reservation even on a weekday.

Review №80

2023-04-15 01:05:33

Always love this authentic Malaysian/Thai restaurant. We had the Rendang braised angus beef shank with red curry and Singaporean black pepper beef. Amazing!

Review №81

2020-02-27 05:42:29

Excellent food, these coconut based desert was so good.. I packed two and took home. As usual kids liked chocolate desert and chicken curry. I like singha beer, I always take atleast one.

Review №82

2021-10-14 03:14:54

I ordered the steamed veggie spring rolls for starters, sizzling vegetable delight for mains and the panna cotta for dessert. The before spring roll wrapper was well cooked and the filling was bright and fresh. The sauce accompaniment was sweeter than I expected. The sizzler was really tasty, especially the black pepper sauce that accompanied the dish. The panna cotta was the right wobbly texture and it was a very pleasant mix of tanginess from the panna cotta with the sweetness from the strawberry syrup.

Review №83

2018-07-04 22:13:53

Amazing variety of food. Theres a separate menu for vegetarians (like me!) and the choices are ample.Roti Prata - Comes with a curry and tastes great. Slightly thinner than what I expected.Veg sizzler - Man, this was too good. Has a mix of Baby Corn, Tofu, Capsicum, Black Pepper sauce. Must try if youre visiting for the first time.Pad Thai - Noodles with sprinkled Tofu. The perfect dish!Melaga Eggplant - The only possible flaw of the entire menu. The sweet taste doesnt quite add up with the Eggplant fry (which was great btw). Dont go for the mild spicy version. Ask for the spicy one.Pineapple fried rice is brought to you in a pineapple, not kidding. Mousse cake tasted amazing, Fried Mango Ice cream was ok, will try the Fried Banana version next time since it seems to be popular here!

Review №84

2023-09-02 23:33:21

Loved this place. One of the best places for the curry (with Roti Parata). Indian goreen rice was too good, veggie pahd see ew noddle was great as well. Only concern/ issue I had was them charging 18% gratuity for party of 4. It is a pricey location hence 18% gratuity also adds significantly. Portion side is less compared to the price. Other restaurants for same food and portion may be half the price. Fried ice cream wasn’t great, would not recommend for the price and quality.

Review №85

2023-08-11 18:23:45

Went for lunch with family. Overall, pretty good and looking to go again. Laksa and roti was particularly good. Saw some others having amazing looking desserts, but we were too full to try.

Review №86

2018-02-15 16:30:45

Good food, quick and pleasant service, but just a bit on the pricier side. Roti prata is an all time favorite appetizer for my family. The redang chicken and noodles were delicious and the salmon curry was good too. For desserts we had the fried mango ice cream, which again is one of our favorites and we had the moussecake and coconut icecream. The cake was good, however We dint like the taste of the coconut icecream. Overall, the experience was extremely satisfying.

Review №87

2019-09-06 05:41:30

Came here with vegetarian friends, so tried only vegetarian items. We ordered roti parata, veg fried role, hand made vegetable roll, pad thai, red curry, pineapple.fried rice, mock tails and deep fried ice cream. Roti parata was good crispy. Fired role and hand role with their sauses were amazing. Pineapple rice is their most famous dish which they serve in a pineapple shell. Mocktails were ordinary but fried ice cream was amazing.

Review №88

2023-10-28 20:12:34

The roti paratha with curry is excellent. Also tried their Indian nasi goreng (great) and the mango prawn (too sweet for me). Will come back to try some of their other dishes.

Review №89

2022-09-11 06:18:05

The biggest standout standout was Roti Pratha. The layers were extremely thin, flaky, and fried to a perfect crisp. For the other dishes, the sauce for every single dish was completely on point, matching Malaysian authenticity. Singapore Chili Prawn was cooked perfectly with fresh crunchy shrimp, but sadly was a very small bowl with only 8 prawns for $20+. Although not Malaysian, Pad Thai really hit the spot having not had a good version in over 2 years. The sizzling black pepper beef was also flavorful and fragrant, but slightly disappointed they cost cut with thin beef slices. I guess you have to specify beef cubes, which is a few extra dollars. While it was a satisfying meal, I have to admit it was a little pricy at >$80 tax+tip for relatively small portions.

Review №90

2018-08-14 13:18:52

This may have been my first time at a Malaysian restaurant and it was terrific! I started with a glass of red sangria that was homemade right in front of me at the bar directly after I ordered it. Then I had the Roti Prata as an appetizer. So good I almost ordered two. After that my entree was the Singaporean Black Pepper Chicken with white rice. So yummy with a little bit of a kick. Than they offered me dessert on the house. Thile food and service here are incredible!

Review №91

2023-08-12 14:34:29

Really good food. Had a few of the noodle dishes and curry. Really flavorful and decent portions. Wait staff was friendly and helpful, helping pick some great dishes.

Review №92

2023-06-18 14:09:00

The quality of the food has deteriorated quite a bit and the portion is now laughable small for the exorbitant prices. We have a party of 13 people for dinner and ordered like 20 over dishes to share. It has been a while since I have eaten at Banana Leaf and the food used to be so much better than now. Couple of the vegetable dishes are just full of sauces and not much vegetables like green beans and eggplants. Overall quite a disappointment. Looks like the chefs have been changed. I will have a chat with the lady owner when I see her next time.

Review №93

2023-08-28 21:11:07

Came here on a weekend lunch. I ordered papaya salad, pineapple fried rice(literally came in a pineapple shell), prata and deep fried banana dessert. Food was up to the mark. Service was fast.

Review №94

2021-12-29 06:33:32

Delicious food! The service was very friendly and efficient. Their roti appetizers are great. My Vegetarian curry laksa was better than my husband’s chicken laksa. Their black sticky rice with mango was to DIE FOR. Can’t wait to be back!

Review №95

2019-01-07 06:05:56

Great food and even better service inspite of staying so busy on most evenings. They are quick to take and serve food. The roti paratha is made fresh on a live counter. They have an open kitchen concept. There is enough parking.I totally love their Singaporean black pepper chicken and Singaporean chilli prawns. We always order the roti paratha and its never a disappoinment.

Review №96

2022-04-12 02:55:33

Decent place for Asian Cuisine, cozymust try the Roti/Paratha with gravylittle overpriced but had good meal

Review №97

2020-10-14 22:37:01

This cozy Malaysian place is our family favorite since 2000! Keep forgetting to review it! This restaurant Never disappoints! Delicious food & awesome service!This place is always packed so reservations are recommended. Our usual favorite dishes are chicken satay, roti/prata, laska soup, rendang chicken, Indian Mee Goreng & Nasi goreng, pineapple fried rice. Server’s recommendations are very helpful if you are new to Malaysian cuisine. They have lots of vegetarian options as well.These days due to Covid they have outdoor seating but it’s ample since they have taken the whole parking lot.

Review №98

2023-03-29 19:02:06

Always has a wait queue in the evenings but very good food. Must try the roti prata.

Review №99

2021-07-30 01:34:16

How do I express how much I LOVE this gem of a place. The food is so good I’m salivating writing this review. Even though it’s always packed they always manage to bring the food out quickly! Boyfriend loves it too! 😂

Review №100

2023-10-13 21:00:20

Very unethical business1. Party of 4 - by default TIP added - 18.5%2. Sales Tax - should be charged on Food, they are charging sales tax on Food + TIP(Mandatory). I dont know they pay CDTFA the tax on the TIP portion.Customers.. be aware...

Review №101

2023-11-09 03:17:27

If you wanted the best food you will ever eat, then order anything in black pepper sauce. Holy cow and the coconut rice is delicious.

Review №102

2021-07-03 19:50:28

Omg. Its my first time here after living here in San Jose for a little over a year. The food IS REALLY GOOD! God, it brings me back home (to Malaysia)!Friendly people too! Very good service!

Review №103

2019-09-26 04:02:49

I love it! The rush of spices, aromas & scents hits you like a train!Service was amazing and this is easily one of my favorite spots in the south bay area.Wait time was 15 minutes in the most busy dinner time.Ask for Allen, his recommendations were spot on and service was impeccable.

Review №104

2023-09-08 05:32:59

Wont repeat what others have already said and appreciated. I came here because it had been ages since I last had a Singapore hawker center style Hainan chicken. A friend mentioned that they served it here. And it was easily the best one I ever had! Totally made my day. Comfort food FTW

Review №105

2019-06-14 20:35:38

Awesome Malaysian food, the taste buds will be lit up here, the food quality is good, the staff are courteous and the ambience is OK. Usually there is a wait for the table as the rush is there.

Review №106

2021-03-28 04:26:34

I liked the food okayish. The mango delight and roti is amazing though. The cocktails were also good. The service was very slow.. I guess that might be because they were full but we had to wait for water and drinks too. One suggestion for the place would be to bring the drinks first so the customers have something to sip on while we wait for the food.

Review №107

2023-06-26 04:10:39

A bit disappointed on the food. We ordered a mango chicken but you can clearly taste the chicken. I guess they didnt marinate the meat long enough. After covid, its a lot more expensive and the quality of food is not as good as before .

Review №108

2023-11-08 08:52:24

Singapore blackened chicken: disclaimer, you cannot find the chicken, well the whole plate is pitch black, even the chicken is black! Haha. To me its just like another Thai restaurant serving curry..,nothing special

Review №109

2023-11-17 03:01:33

We went 10 minutes before closing time. They were kind enough to accommodate us but the food quality was not at their usual standard.

Review №110

2022-12-23 06:18:21

Enjoyed our time here. Wonderful food, service and ambiance. Would have given 5 stars except for the portion beimg small for the price.

Review №111

2018-05-30 21:47:20

One of the finest Asian - Malay restaurant in South Bay . Roti Parta is a must try. Malay sizzling chicken and noodles are yummy and pleasurable. Fried rice is excellent . Too crowded on any day . Definitely not to miss it .

Review №112

2023-06-26 03:42:39

This was my 2nd time eating here and it was just as amazingly tasty as I remember! I’d never had this type of cuisine before and it was absolutely delightful! I will continue to visit when I’m in the area!

Review №113

2023-11-02 21:04:46

Very good service and food! The server told us that lamb was halal. It’s great to have a halal option!

Review №114

2022-07-18 13:39:54

Service was fast and friendly. Food was great. The menu is full of great options including vegetarian options. There is an outdoor eating area as well as the regular indoor area.

Review №115

2019-07-01 02:52:21

Delicious Malaysian food. Lots of variety for vegetarians. The restaurant is very popular and gets busy on weekend evenings with wait times of an hour or so.

Review №116

2019-04-08 06:23:06

This is one of my favorite asian-fusion restaurants in the area (this is a Malaysian-Fusion place).Most of the menu is great. My favorites are the Rengdang Curry and the Roti Prata (both Indian influenced). Pineapple fried rice was nice as well. But i dont remember ordering anything that wasnt good. This food at this place his the spot each time. Drinks are pretty good too.The wait staff is very knowledgeable and service is great. Could get a little crowded on weekends - reservations are recommended (only available between 5-6, after that you can reserve to be priority seated).

Review №117

2023-09-20 16:59:43

Came in for just a sticky rice with mango. Was not disappointed.

Review №118

2017-09-30 20:00:28

As a native Malaysian, Id rate this place maybe a 3.5 but 4 in general as an American :)The roti is very crispy (its usually fluffier in Malaysia) but my husband liked it! I wish they gave more curry since it really wasnt enough when soaked up quickly by the roti. Extra curry is extra charge :(The Indian Mee Goreng was yummy and spicy but definitely Americanized (tasted like Pad Thai actually). The Hainanese Chicken Rice was our favorite - it was a huge portion of chicken! And the chili was quite authentic.

Review №119

2019-03-06 20:30:19

Awesome and delicious Singaporean and Malaysian food. Make sure to start off with Roti Prata, try shrimp paste Kang Kong (water spinach) vegetable, chicken or beef curries, and chili crab. Lastly, their Lychee Martini is also a must try.

Review №120

2023-11-18 07:16:58

Food was ok. Deep Fried ice cream was ok. Could have been better if the batter was less thick.

Review №121

2023-05-30 01:50:17

Food was delicious! Really liked the nasi lemak, egg plant, and on choy. However there was a bunch of bugs flying around the outdoor seating area so we had to keep fanning them away to prevent them from getting into our food.

Review №122

2023-07-12 01:45:05

Beautiful presentation, delicious dishes, friendly and attentive service. Really liked their black pepper scallops, prata, and pineapple fried rice.

Review №123

2023-03-22 13:07:08

Food is pretty good but prices are way too high and portions they give you are small. If you go in a group and want to eat family style (sharing) the plates are only enough for 2 people at most. This was our favorite place before but I guess they had to increase prices and not be as generous in proportion of food they give.

Review №124

2017-02-17 23:55:16

This place is very popular and is frequented by lot of people, who work in the neighborhood. I have been to this place twice so far and it is always overflowing with people.If you are here you should order non conventional stuff like okra entrees, sake drinks, sizzlers. My colleague of mine ordered okra entree with side of coconut rice and it was super delicious. She also ordered sake cocktail and she said it was good. Another colleague of mine ordered goat sizzler and he enjoyed it.I order pad thai, spring rolls, and coconut water, I found them ok. So the key is to order non-conventional items. For vegetarians pineapple fried rice is the best option and mango curry entree.

Review №125

2018-05-10 03:52:21

Pineapple fried rice was my favorite!! And that complimentary soup was super delicious! But it was really really long wait for 4 member table for lunch on a Friday.

Review №126

2020-10-16 20:28:21

The pepper lamb has great flavors with some spice.The deep fried mango ice cream had a nice crispy shell and nice mango flavor .

Review №127

2020-12-27 04:11:34

Ordered a veggie pad thai. Costed 16.9$ and came with 1 piece of tofu, 1 piece cauliflower and 1 piece of baby corn. A lot of lettuce, because of course thats cheap. The veggies were sour and tasted stale too.Perhaps they should learn from Green Barn across the street on how to make a good veggie pad thai with lots of fresh veggies and at a reasonable price.I ordered only 1 dish and was highly disappointed. Perhaps if you ordered non-veg specialities, your experience might be better.Update: Kay comped the meal with an Indian goreng wheat noodle, which had better taste and more veggies. The mango fried ice cream was tasty too.

Review №128

2022-04-24 07:42:04

We went here for lunch during weekend and had Malaysian honey pepper chicken and fried rice. The food is amazing. Chicken was flavorful. I would like to visit this restaurant again for savoring asian delicacies.

Review №129

2022-06-04 17:48:48

I have been going here for last ten yearsAuthentic tasty food, portions are okBusy during weekday lunchtime

Review №130

2022-08-04 08:40:53

Nice Thai restaurant, food was great. Reserve before you go there.

Review №131

2021-05-01 06:23:49

Place is delicious. The roti is a must try. They also have Mango chicken served on the Mango. They also have pineapple fried rice served on a pineapple. Little touches like that is a reason why I keep coming back.

Review №132

2021-03-21 16:22:21

Stay alert that sometimes the Hainan chicken is just cold and undercooked!!!! My kid got sick after eating it. When called to complain so that no other customers would have to experience that, they very reluctantly put me on hold then a so-called manager said oh let me give you a store credit blah blah. What a shame they don’t even take their food process seriously and wanna find out what exactly was going wrong.Anyone has contacts or suggestions how to report on this, please let me know!!

Review №133

2021-08-28 20:34:35

Went to this place for lunch with colleagues on Friday afternoon. Weve dined out a few times in different places in the recent past once the restrictions were relaxed. However, this was the first time stepping into a fully packed restaurant since the pandemic started and we were awestruck at the attendance. We were thankful to our colleague who had reserved a table for us. Every single table inside and in the patio was taken and there were 10-12 people waiting for a table too. Clearly, operating at full capacity has its challenges. We were seated and provided water but then no waitstaff checked on us in the next 15 mins that followed. You have to scan a QR code on the table using your phone and that takes you to their menu. But you can pick/order your dish there as it is just a PDF document. This was a hassle but the alternative would have been to wipe/sanitize every menu handed over or to use menu printed on standard paper, dispose them every time. We had to call the waitstaff to take our order. The dishes started arriving about 10-12 mins of having placed the order. The options are diverse, a lot of vegetarian options too. The Roti prata was alright, I found the Roti on the sweet side and absolutely nothing noteworthy in the curry sauce. The pineapple fried rice too was just “ok”, nothing compared to the ones you get in a proper Thai eatery. The chili paste in the fried rice was not fully mixed and there were clunks of rice and paste. Not many veggies in the Vegetarian version either, except for some pretty big pieces if cauliflower which wasn’t even cooked properly. Broccoli sautéed in the fried rice would have been perfectly fine semi-raw, with a crunch, but not cauliflower. Pad See Ew was nice but Pad Thai, not so much. A lot of tables started becoming available around 2pm. It took ~10 mins to get the bill and another 5 mins to clear it. Struggling to come to terms with so many 4+ star ratings for this place.

Review №134

2017-05-24 05:03:16

Expensive for the food you received. The service is really good, the waiter gave us free ice cream because food was to spicy. Beef plate costed 17 dls for an almost empty plate. Beef flavor good. Green curry chicken flavor not good.

Review №135

2022-03-17 00:52:30

Ive heard a lot about this place so I was excited to give it a try. I had the sizzling beef and I was blown away by how good it was! It paired well with a glass of mango juice. I also enjoyed the mango sticky rice for dessert.

Review №136

2023-04-14 07:43:06

Our most favorite Thai Restaurant in Bay Area

Review №137

2020-02-23 17:13:03

I enjoyed my meal, my food was great. The servers were excellent, the menu was large and there were many vegetarian options. Easy parking. The restaurant was bustling but I was still able to sit right away. Its very crowded, tables are packed in. Wasnt that big of a deal though.

Review №138

2023-04-25 21:55:59

Not great at hospitality and customer service. Went to Banana leaf for the first time today to celebrate my partner’s birthday and they served stale chicken with their signature Banana rice dish. On complaining about it they simply replace the chicken without any apologies. There was a huge time gap in between bringing dishes. The serving size was also very small compared to the price.Not sure if we will go there again but you can definitely improve on your customer satisfaction.

Review №139

2021-01-31 01:32:21

Great food (roti parata, basil fried rice are yum), tasty drinks but a little too pricey for the quantity.

Review №140

2018-01-02 05:22:03

Roti prata is very authentic, think Malaysian style roti canai. Had the nasi lemak, beef rendang was soft, rice was fragrant, peanuts well done, the sambal delicious too. Really good if youre craving some Malaysian food.

Review №141

2019-08-28 20:15:27

Kind of fusion of Singporian, Malaysian and Indian. Arrived at 11:40am, but had to wait for about 10 minutes to be seated. Waiters are very kind, foods are great. Ill visit again.

Review №142

2019-12-28 21:27:18

An odd type of restuarant. They really have taken a ton of different Asian cuisines and have made it their own. The service here is great, and the prices are pretty decent. I would recommend coming a little bit early to avoid the lunch/dinner rush, they get busy

Review №143

2022-11-19 06:55:55

I loved it!I came today since I was around the area. It was really busy since it was lunch time, but I got a table immediately.The hostess was super nice and attentive, she immediately made a recommendation for an appetizer and also some drinks. I had a cold Thai tea which was delicious.I tried their fresh hand made rolls, they were ok, Ive tried better but the peanut sauce was really good.As a main course I tried some beef with eggplant and green beans with a side of coconut rice. The whole meal was delicious and Im glad we didnt get another main dish since the 2 appetizers and this was enough for 2 people.We also got a tiny dessert on the house which was really good just like everything else.I wish they had another restaurant closer to Oakland since my experience today was amazing and I would love to try more items of their menu

Review №144

2023-05-02 15:49:19

The food was okay and the quantity wasn’t great for the cost of the item. Food tasted very similar to other Thai restaurants, which serve at a decent price. I am surprised and disappointed by the fact, they add gratuity for party of 4, even if your party had 3 adults and 1 baby! The manager wasn’t even ready to explain why it was the case.

Review №145

2019-08-09 22:27:50

Good restaurant to try Malaysian cuisine. They also have an outdoor seating. It has a good ambience, tried Indian Nasi Goreng, Shaking Beef and Rendang Chicken. All of them tasted good.

Review №146

2022-12-15 02:17:05

Staff super friendly and attentive. Chicken Saté was perfectly grilled and seasoned

Review №147

2022-04-28 06:35:05

Love this place! Great food and ambience although it gets packed but worth the wait

Review №148

2017-10-31 21:05:20

Overall a great atmosphere and friendly, efficient service. Wait times can be a bit of a pain during busy hours but for a big party and some planning ahead, its definitely worth a trip. Advisory: dont get the Pad Thai :)

Review №149

2023-08-15 04:07:33

Ive been eating here for years and the quality and service remain high. Its my favorite restaurant in this part of the bay area.

Review №150

2023-08-19 01:30:21

Everything on the vegetarian menu has always been 100% satisfactory. My family and friends that are not vegetarian feel the same way.

Review №151

2022-01-22 22:03:57

Excellent Asian food. Crowded and cozy place. Pricey but worth it.

Review №152

2019-05-31 05:31:26

Very nice Thai food. Good options for vegetarians too. Their pineapple fried rice is a must try.

Review №153

2022-12-14 05:44:41

Pretty tasty with reasonable price, the service is also good.

Review №154

2019-01-06 05:34:56

This place was surprisely a good choice. They have a dish called roti panang, it tasted so good that it felt like I was eating local food in Malaysia. Please reserve ahead or the wait time might be there. I definitely recommend this place for some great Malaysian food. It is slightly on the expensive side though.

Review №155

2022-11-02 15:20:11

They have a delicious food. Our family loved our experience there. We not surprised to see it this busy, as they are good. One of the best Asian food we have had. It was a treat to dine in this restaurant and we wish their was one just like that where we live. They have an outside section set up as a finest restaurant with white cloth tables under umbrellas, but we glad we chose to dine inside as it was a one of the kind cultural experience.

Review №156

2020-01-18 05:05:18

I always forget that this whole plaza exists. But a trip to this place is well worth the time. The menu is simple and full of items accessible to most people, whether it be standard noodle dishes or or something new.

Review №157

2019-10-29 07:55:34

Banana leaf is a Malaysian restaurant with a lot of Non vegeterian options. Its a very busy restaurant & attracts Asians food lovers. I like the roti curry which goes to almost all tables as order.

Review №158

2023-08-13 01:06:43

Be very careful if you are a party of 4, because this restaurant forces a special service fee of 18.5% Our family, two adults and one elderly, and one child only ordered 4 small dishes for $65.75, and they added an additional 18.5% special tip

Review №159

2019-05-05 00:52:58

Still one of my favorite haunts every time I make a trip to Silicon Valley. Ordered the nasi lemak and the beef rendang was succulent and soft. Even beats many of them back home

Review №160

2019-03-13 05:16:26

Welcome to the Malaysian Open Kitchen 💥.Great, cozy place with plethora of options for the foodie in you.Chicken Curry Laksa Mee noodles 🍜 - soupy with red curry 😍 and good portions of Okra, Tofu, and Chicken make this main course (TASTY) item almost impossible to finish alone 🤤😂.Tried Lychee (Litchi) flavored Daiquiri (Soju) 🍹.Quick service, vast variety & lovely decor.

Review №161

2022-09-05 01:51:30

Good food. I especially liked their Roti, it is sooo thin, flaky and sweet. The dipping sauce is awesome.

Review №162

2023-01-05 07:40:49

Food looks good, but tastes ok. Prices are quite high compared to the size of the portions being quite small. Everything is heavily drenched in sauce, which I believe helps conceal the size of the portions. $36 for a dish of 6 small scallops, $20 for a small bowl of pineapple fried rice, and $5 for a cup of soda? I had a small family dinner but ended up with a $250+ bill (20% tip is automatically included, and you cant change it because the waiter writes in the final amount for you). We still left hungry and unsatisfied. There are other places with better food for much less. This place is not the same as it used to be. I do not recommend it.

Review №163

2022-08-16 01:30:23

Appetizer midPortion sizes also midFood eight out of ten

Review №164

2021-11-09 05:06:36

They have a lot of vegetarian options. We tried the pad see ew and the roti pratha and both were delicious.

Review №165

2021-02-02 08:18:07

Ordered a pickup beef rendang, authentic and delicious. It was a taste that I was expecting. I will try to explore other menu sooner or later. As of now, beef rendang is totally recommended!

Review №166

2023-03-09 03:15:05

Good amount of vegetarian options in the menu. Kind staff and very fast service. We ordered mango delight, coconut rice, and roti parata. Food was fresh and tasty. The restaurant is busy and closes at 8 pm, but we got the table quickly.

Review №167

2023-09-30 19:31:29

I went to Singapore a few years ago and loved the food. Eating here was reminiscent of being back in Singapore!

Review №168

2023-01-15 19:59:34

The service was really good! The server brought us knives before I even asked. He also brought us clean plates after seeing that our plates were dirty from food. The food was really good, especially the chicken satay, and nyonya shaking beef. Would love to come back again

Review №169

2023-07-12 19:38:55

Food is good. Vegetarian options. Service can be improved. Sometimes too busy and noisy

Review №170

2022-10-01 23:39:03

Very good restaurant with good service and lot of veg options.Taste was really good

Review №171

2019-08-03 15:47:34

This place gets crowded at noon, therefore to make sure to have a table you need to come a bit early to beat the crowd. The Banana Leaf restaurant located in Milpitas where you can sit outdoors or indoors. As for the foods, I have tried Singaporean Black Pepper Lamb with steamed rice side dish and it is delicious. The prices are not too pricey.

Review №172

2023-05-13 21:09:46

Delicious and authentic Malaysian food! The roti is very satisfying and the singaporean black pepper prawns dish had a lovely seafood aroma.

Review №173

2023-03-07 05:24:30

Dont even know how many times we went to this place over d span of few years. I mightve ate half of their menu. But hers what i liked and would certainly recommend if you want to go with safe n tasty food.Roti Prata, roti telur is famous appetizer here and its is good.Satay Chicken is goodGreen papaya mango salad is very goodChicken tom yam is yummyPineapple fried rice comes in pineapple and it tastes good but dont try this as a main dish. try to share with friends so you wont be stuffedBasil fried rice is good too and again try with something else as its too much ricenasi goreng was okPahd Thai is good but had better onesSingaporean black pepper chicken or lamb, malay sizzling chicken are amazingGreen,red curry chickens were ok but too much curry thoughU cannot go wrong with food here. go have fun but get ready for long waiting time. Maybe make a reservation if possible

Review №174

2023-09-23 02:19:42

Hands down, the best okra in town!

Review №175

2023-10-03 01:45:04

Went back today as a coworker loved that place. Again it was ok. I asked for hot pad Thai and there was no heat at all. They gave me some chilli paste which had heat, but it was mild. Coworker agreed that it wasnt spicy, which we were both looking forward tooOld. (A lot of locals love it, guess I just didnt feel it as much.Place was small, very cramped.)

Review №176

2023-02-26 16:27:13

Extremely long wait. Cramped space.. In fact they clubbed our table with a totally unrelated party. Food was very spicy even though we asked for mild spice. The portions were very small for the price they charge. The starter was not up to the mark. The Roti was thin and hard and the kanai was a chana masala. We have been to much better thai restaurants which provide authentic thai/malaysian food and do not charge extra for plain rice. These guys charge you $4 for plain rice, which is a rip. And finally the shocker, they added a gratuity of 18.5% for a party of 4, which is unheard of. I asked the waitress about this and she mentions that they have changed the policy and now charge this for a party of 4 instead of 5. Will never ever visit this place again. Be prepared to pay $140 for a party of 4

Review №177

2023-05-19 04:32:25

I ordered many vegetarian dishes from here but one of them had a bone in it. I felt nauseous after that and was not able to eat anything else afterwards. Do not recommend to go here if you are vegetarian

Review №178

2020-08-18 20:44:33

Amazing environment, food is ridiculously delicious, the people are warmly welcoming. Really good experience and time well spent. I super recommend.

Review №179

2021-02-07 00:42:50

Good place and open for outdoor dining! Appetizers and Deserts are especially amazing!

Review №180

2023-04-26 16:14:59

Good restaurant.Melaki pomfret was a bit sweet for my taste.

Review №181

2020-10-25 02:12:53

Finally nice tasting laksa in the Bay Area!The broth is just right, not too spicy and salty.The lemon grass in the broth makes you more hungry for more food.

Review №182

2021-07-13 05:45:48

The food isnt bad, but expensive for what they are. Service was good. Portions are large.

Review №183

2023-09-20 04:05:10

Very good food. Every dish we ordered was good.

Review №184

2021-07-09 22:13:58

Mango chicken was very nice. However service sucks. Waited for 90 minutes before we got what we ordered.

Review №185

2023-07-15 19:58:29

I am from SEA and I cant be fooled. Pathetic food, no where near the authentic taste. Never again to that restaurant

Review №186

2018-12-15 18:26:41

I came here for a work lunch. I loved that the food came really fast. The Rota (pancake appetizer) is amazing.

Review №187

2023-11-19 17:35:16

Went there after such a long time ...was hoping the food would have improved but sadly it hasnt. The nasi lemak was pathetic. The chicken curry was full of curry powder that hasnt cooked well. I know coz I cook at home too. The Ying Yong was salty and the smell of the used oil when the noodles were fried took the taste away. Was very disappointed 😞

Review №188

2022-09-08 09:08:53

This place is my fav lunch spot. They have a dedicated vegetarian menu. I try a different dish each time and the dishes only kept getting better. Their soups are delicious! Sizzling vegetable and eggplant tofu and their fried banana with ice cream are my favorite. There is sometimes a wait time during the weekdays for lunch. Most of our team lunches happen here. There’s both outdoor and indoor seating. The service is quick and efficient. I’ll continue to visit this place. Keep up the great work!

Review №189

2018-06-11 22:36:04

Out of all the dishes I got, I really liked the beef they served as well as the pinapple dish. If you dont want it with the pinapple, theres a little cheaper option to get the same thing without the pinapple. Would definitely recommend this place to friends and family.

Review №190

2023-06-20 13:24:51

The Food was delicious. The service was great. They even gave the desert on the house ❤️,Loved it.

Review №191

2023-09-17 17:27:29

Decent enough food.

Review №192

2019-06-09 16:21:55

If you are looking for authentic and delicious Thai cuisine, Banana Leaf is the place to visit in San Jose area.

Review №193

2019-01-11 19:34:01

Usually long wait times. Food is pretty good. Their spice levels are on the lower side but is also variable by the dish.

Review №194

2022-09-26 20:44:16

Too expensive for smaller than average portion sizes. I ordered some of the seafood noodles to go. It costed about $18.00, add tax/tip/service charge for using whatever platform, all in all in the $20s for one entree dish. It came in a shallow 1 inch to go pan and had a total of 3 shrimps and 1 squid piece in it. I was barely full and I think a guy would need 3x that to feel satiated.It tasted pretty good, however the cost to size ratio is too much for me. I dont think its worth it to order some of the standard dishes you can get elsewhere here. Be warned.

Review №195

2021-12-23 04:08:07

Pricey for the portion size. This plate costs $18.50. Three pieces of beef. Two small pieces and a larger piece.

Review №196

2018-01-16 22:35:18

Good food, ambience was nothing to write about. We were a group of 8 people and the service was prompt and the waiter’s suggestions were also good. Mango chicken, nasi goreng, malaysian tea, pepper chicken were really good.

Review №197

2017-09-06 08:25:49

The roti parathas are flaky delights! The pineapple fried rice is scrumptious too; served in a pineapple!

Review №198

2023-02-07 06:55:50

The three stars are for the service. We went with the reservation and were made to wait out in cold for 20 mins saying we are clearing the table. The service was quick. However the waiter gave the plate from the back of the seat. The food spilled over the couch and said thats okay. Service could really use some work.

Review №199

2023-04-08 03:18:14

Can get really packed and long waits, but this place is famous in Milpitas and their food is very flavorful. Black Pepper clChicken is one of go tosAnd dont forget the Roti Prata! Best to make a reservation during peak hours to avoid the be waits.