We love Bay Leaf 5 points! Make sure to get the street dosa with all of the wonderful sauces and Dahl…yum.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rahim Dhanani
Food is amazing . Loved it ?
Food: 5
Melissa Hull
This place is my go to place for tikka masala! So worth the money! I suggest adding a side of their cumin rice… you won’t be disappointed!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tikka Masala
Caroline Binder
Bay Leaf is a lovely place for dinner! We have come for restaurant week for several years now and love it every time. Every year at restaurant week they come up with a new menu, which is a rare treat in Birmingham! We were blessed to visit on a cool rainy weeknight recently and the dining room was very quiet with excellent service. I'm continually impressed by the soft lighting, comfortable seating, and charming playlist! Don't skip out on the cocktail list, there are several very interesting variations on familiar favorites. Every dish has been delightful, even those that are too spicy for my tolerance - thankfully my better half adores heat! They will tone it down for you if asked, of course.Parking: Street parking is available but the street is busy. You're better off looking for parking in the lots behind.
The chicken marsala is top notch! They have a good selection of vegan options as well, and my daughter said that she enjoyed them. The garlic Naan was delicious! Service was friendly and attentive.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Marshae Black
First time dining here.... really good experience! We had the crab lollipops for an appetizer. Masala lamb chops (with veggies & basmati rice) and the lamb saag (spinach puree with lamb). For bread we chose garlic Naan. Everything was tasty! Service was good. The crab lollipops were my least favorite. There wasn't a strong crab flavor with them. I can't wait until we come back so we can try something else!Parking: Finding street parking is difficult. If suggest parking in the garage across the street and walking over.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Garlic Naan with Dipping Sauces, Lamb Chops
Cindy Harriman
Vegetarian options: The vegetable biryani and malai kofta were both so wonderful. There are also some excellent vegetarian appetizers!
Tried buffet. We were having just vegetarian dishes. They were Average . Desert laddu was horrible. Tasted so artificial.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Afsana Usha
Their behaviour and service was up to the mark. The food was halal and fresh, Smelled good. I likde their customer service, their place was full of customers, they were busy but they were so professional and calm and well mannered. I would definitely recommend them rather than other Southasian restaurant in downtown area.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tandoori Chicken
Cynthia
We ate using the new buffet service. Wide variety of vegan and meat based dishes. Was able to try a bite of everything. The food, wait staff,and interior design made for a happy experience. Will definitely go back on a regular basis. Easy walk from the South Side area.Vegetarian options: The buffet had a large selection of vegetarian options. Vegetarian an non vegetarian entries available in equal measure so that no one will feel left out. All vegetarian options are clearly marked. Very tasty.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Latisha Rose
I'm from NYC and went to this restaurant for the first time - The Bay Leaf has the BEST Indian food I've ever had. Sid was an awesome Host and assisted with great menu selections. For $44, I had a choice of an appetizer or street food, wirh an entree and dessert. I came in with heartburn and whatever wonderful spices/herbs they used, cleared the burning sensation - Usually the opposite happens.Also, the Bay Leaf made the BEST lamb chops I've ever eaten. Everything was seasoned to perfection. The presentation of the food made me think that I was on a cooking show.The art work on the walls is exquisite, the music was soothing, and the enitre decor is perfect. I am looking forward to going back. I even asked Sid if they had a location in NYC? (No)Sid was kind enough to give me two restaurants that I may enjoy.Please go to the Bay Leaf - your taste buds will thank you
We love Bay Leaf 5 points! Make sure to get the street dosa with all of the wonderful sauces and Dahl…yum.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food is amazing . Loved it ?
Food: 5
This place is my go to place for tikka masala! So worth the money! I suggest adding a side of their cumin rice… you won’t be disappointed!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tikka Masala
Bay Leaf is a lovely place for dinner! We have come for restaurant week for several years now and love it every time. Every year at restaurant week they come up with a new menu, which is a rare treat in Birmingham! We were blessed to visit on a cool rainy weeknight recently and the dining room was very quiet with excellent service. I'm continually impressed by the soft lighting, comfortable seating, and charming playlist! Don't skip out on the cocktail list, there are several very interesting variations on familiar favorites. Every dish has been delightful, even those that are too spicy for my tolerance - thankfully my better half adores heat! They will tone it down for you if asked, of course.Parking: Street parking is available but the street is busy. You're better off looking for parking in the lots behind.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tikka Masala, Garlic Naan with Dipping Sauces, Paneer Tikka, Tandoori Chicken, Vindaloo, Chicken Biryani, Bayleaf Kebab Sizzler, Butter Chicken
The chicken marsala is top notch! They have a good selection of vegan options as well, and my daughter said that she enjoyed them. The garlic Naan was delicious! Service was friendly and attentive.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
First time dining here.... really good experience! We had the crab lollipops for an appetizer. Masala lamb chops (with veggies & basmati rice) and the lamb saag (spinach puree with lamb). For bread we chose garlic Naan. Everything was tasty! Service was good. The crab lollipops were my least favorite. There wasn't a strong crab flavor with them. I can't wait until we come back so we can try something else!Parking: Finding street parking is difficult. If suggest parking in the garage across the street and walking over.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Garlic Naan with Dipping Sauces, Lamb Chops
Vegetarian options: The vegetable biryani and malai kofta were both so wonderful. There are also some excellent vegetarian appetizers!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Samosa Duo
Delivery, very
Food: 4
Great
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tikka Masala, Garlic Naan with Dipping Sauces, Butter Chicken
great service n taste
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Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tried buffet. We were having just vegetarian dishes. They were Average . Desert laddu was horrible. Tasted so artificial.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Their behaviour and service was up to the mark. The food was halal and fresh, Smelled good. I likde their customer service, their place was full of customers, they were busy but they were so professional and calm and well mannered. I would definitely recommend them rather than other Southasian restaurant in downtown area.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tandoori Chicken
We ate using the new buffet service. Wide variety of vegan and meat based dishes. Was able to try a bite of everything. The food, wait staff,and interior design made for a happy experience. Will definitely go back on a regular basis. Easy walk from the South Side area.Vegetarian options: The buffet had a large selection of vegetarian options. Vegetarian an non vegetarian entries available in equal measure so that no one will feel left out. All vegetarian options are clearly marked. Very tasty.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I'm from NYC and went to this restaurant for the first time - The Bay Leaf has the BEST Indian food I've ever had. Sid was an awesome Host and assisted with great menu selections. For $44, I had a choice of an appetizer or street food, wirh an entree and dessert. I came in with heartburn and whatever wonderful spices/herbs they used, cleared the burning sensation - Usually the opposite happens.Also, the Bay Leaf made the BEST lamb chops I've ever eaten. Everything was seasoned to perfection. The presentation of the food made me think that I was on a cooking show.The art work on the walls is exquisite, the music was soothing, and the enitre decor is perfect. I am looking forward to going back. I even asked Sid if they had a location in NYC? (No)Sid was kind enough to give me two restaurants that I may enjoy.Please go to the Bay Leaf - your taste buds will thank you
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5