One of the most authentic Malaysian restaurants I’ve been to in Vancouver.The texture of their Roti Canai is unmatched by any other Malaysian restaurant within a similar price range, and it tastes great even without the sauce. Their Satay Chicken is so precisely seasoned that it reminds me of some of the most popular bistros in Singapore. The Laksa has a variety of ingredients and is packed with flavour thanks to the broth.The service is mostly fine and on time, but we did have to wave quite a few times to get the staff’s attention.Overall, fantastic experience.
The vibe of this place is not bad.First issue is that I used the online QR code menu and after a lot of choosing selected the smallest sampler menu. Then upon ordering they say all sampler menus are available in the evening EXCEPT the smallest one which is only available at lunch time. Apparently this is marked on the printed menu but not on the online menu. Wasted my time, left me feeling disappointed, and made no sense why the smaller sampling menus are excluded but not the bigger ones.Second issue is how the food was dished up. We were a party of 4 and 3 dishes came at the same time. The 4th dish arrived when everybody else had nearly finished. The restaurant wasn't that busy at the time when we ordered.Third issue is that we were left alone quite a lot. A couple of times we had to get the attention of the waiter as they went past us.I don't live close to the restaurant and so cannot go back for the lunch menu. Also, after the experience I'm not keen to go back either...
i had high expectations of this place seeing some reviews but was a bit disappointed. The food was not nearly as good as i hoped and it was pricey for what it is... $24 for Beef curry (they ran out of lamb) and it doesn't come with any rice. I wonder how people eat it, maybe like a soup? small bowl of rice is $2.50... the beef was like oriental brisket, it was quite tender but not as flavorful as i was hoping, the curry was ok. Also had the special of the day ribs for $18 and that did come with rice. since the dishes weren't big we opted for the fried banana with ice cream for dessert which was decent. Personally I prefer John 3:16 for the dishes and prices. Service was so-so... waited a while to order and a while for food to come and the waiters only checked up on us once for water and of course for the bill... overall, it was just 'OK'
Banana Leaf is virtually an institution in Vancouver... Serving up tasty Malaysian dishes in a number of locations for years.Something that we always enjoy here is their tasting menus since it lets you try a variety of items.We picked their 12 course tasting menu (primarily because we had a craving for their Singapore style chili lobster tails).The meal did not disappoint and all of their dishes were hits... from the refreshing and tart papaya salad to the tender chicken satay and flaky roti. So many good dishes and a good value for the amount of food and quality. Other dishes included the crispy oysters, assam curry scallops, plump cumin coconut mussels, beef rendang curry, green beans with okra and eggplant, peppercorn garlic prawns, sablefish with caramelized ginger sauce, coconut rice, and those tasty chili lobster tails. Topped off with fried bananas and ice cream. Mmm.
Been here many times and the food is always so fresh and the service is great. The ginger beef and broccoli is the best and every dish we've tried has been amazing. Friendly servers and owners that make a point to say goodbye when you leave. Highly recommend this place to everyone
Delicious food?? the price is worth the money! We loved the chicken/ lamb satay, calamari rings, pineapple rice!
I have to take a couple stars off this review. The food waste wonderful as usual from banana leaf. This was my first time sitting down in the restaurant, there was no greeting, no smiles, in fact they seemed annoyed we were even there. It was really awkward and confusing. I don’t think a single thing was even said to us the entire time we were there. I will just be ordering out next time. Rude, inhospitable and unpleasant.
It is for a while since our brother and sisters got together for dinner , I also been away in Dec , I can say it is later Xmas and New Year dinner , my sisters choose the Banana Leaf in Kitsilano location , close to her house , it is my first visit here , I all way go to the Broadway location for over 20 years ! it is traditional Malaysian cuisine , long established in Vancouver , place need a good make over , but clean , spacious well followed the Covid Guidelines , very comfortable booths menu have a lot of choice . price very affordable , so we go for their 12 course tasting menu ! because it have more seafood ! I have not had Malaysian food for a while ! OWO ! all the dishes is truly a classic , not oily at all , spicy just perfect , we did also ask staff not too spicy hot , curry flavour is amazing creative ingredients and fresh quality food , incredible taste , my flavourite dishes is the Calamari and the ginger sablefish , truly a classic , be carful if you have Peanut allergy , let the staff know ! ! portion size good , friendly staff , we all had a lovely family dinner , if you caving for Malaysian food , Banana Leaf is the place ! Happy New Year .
Lamb satay was so yummy! It was the only menu I enjoyed.Laksa was ????; lacks flavour, it was literally noodles in coconut milk… nothing but coconut milk also not enough soup (but didnt mind it since i didnt want to eat any)
I took my wife for a dinner and she loves the place, the food, and staff where friendly. Delicious food, i recommend you try it