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Banana Leaf

McCarthy Ranch Shopping Center, 182 Ranch Dr. (McCarthy Blvd.), Milpitas, CA 95035
408-719-9811
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Ranked #1 of 187 restaurants in Milpitas
Price range: S$25 - S$44
Good for: Child-friendly
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations
Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations
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85% Recommend
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New Delhi, India
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291 reviews 291 reviews
58 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 93 cities Reviews in 93 cities
163 helpful votes 163 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

We had gone for dinner on Saturday and as expected, had to wait for about 20/30 minutes. This place seems to be crowded on all days which translates to popularity. We had ordered for Roti-Prata (thin multi-layered bread) to eat with Rempah Chicken (with dried chili sauce) and Pineapple Fried Rice (with pineapple bits, cashews, peas, chicken & shrimp -... More

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Ottawa, Canada
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2013

Used to go to Banana Leaf regularly for lunch with colleagues during my past visits. Went there for dinner yesterday on my own. Was surprised to see the place completely packed on a Monday night, got a spot at the bar. Barman was friendly but not annoying. Food came fairly quickly despite the crowd. Good serving of Satay with lots... More

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Ohio
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21 reviews 21 reviews
17 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2013

Simple ambiance located in a shopping plaza. Featuring a deep menu that makes selecting a single dish extremely difficult. Great place to go with some friends and enjoy a number of plates family style. Highly recommend the black perpper prawns ($13.95) and basil fried rice ($8.95). Dishes do not look big, but are pleasantly plentiful. Servers are friendly and attentive.... More

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Bangalore, India
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8 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2013

Food is simply great - the roti prata's are mouth watering. I would recommend this to every person visiting this restaurant. There is a egg plant dish which is great too.

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Charlotte, North Carolina
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30 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 March 2013

This place deserves its high rating. They have an excellent Asian menu with a mix of Indian, Thai and some others. I always get Indian dishes and they have always been excellent. I have had numerous business dinners there (never lunch) and they have always been enjoyed by all (mostly out of town people). It's always been crowded and lively... More

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Bangalore, India
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5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 March 2013

This place is crowded most of the times, but it is worth the wait I Loved the Roti Pratas and the sea food fried rice here.

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California
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11 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 February 2013

Our 5th time there was just as good as the other 4. This place is outstanding! The pepper prawns and sea bass are to die for. Mango sticky rice is made with black rice and is an excellent way to close outthe meal. Service was very attentive and efficient. Food was served quickly and exactly to order. Suggest you get... More

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India
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4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 January 2013

We went here after a hike to mission peak nearby. The food is really good. We had the roti parata which is excellent and quite unique, I would probably go there just for that. Then we had the Asam Eggpant and fried rice, both excellent. Pad thai was ok. Definitely recommended. But they have long wait, we went at 7:00pm... More

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Santa Clara, California
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2013

DO NOT GO.... We went to this crowded cheap mentality surrounded place. The food was Ok. At the end our dinner, My hubby tipped the waiter little less than 10%. We left to the car & was about to start the car, The manager comes running behind asking for more tip.. My hubby answered that it is indecent to ask... More

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San Francisco, CA
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3 restaurant reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 January 2013

All their veggie stuff is excellent! I've found their chicken skewers to be on the raw side. Roti prata for appetizer and fried bananas with ice cream for dessert are the best!

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