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Bay Leaf Indian and Himalayan Cuisine
Authentic flavors from India and the Himalayas, served fresh in the heart of Oakland.
4.6(5 reviews)
indian
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Authentic flavors from India and the Himalayas, served fresh in the heart of Oakland.
Bay Leaf Indian and Himalayan Cuisine offers a cozy dining experience with delicious, freshly prepared dishes that blend traditional Indian and Himalayan flavors. Located on Grand Ave in Oakland, we serve classics like chicken tikka masala, lamb saag, and chicken biryani, along with momos and flavorful curries. Our friendly staff and relaxing atmosphere make it perfect for casual meals or gatherings. With generous portions and a focus on quality, we bring the taste of authentic cuisine to California, earning praise for our service and food.
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Enjoy traditional dishes like chicken tikka masala, vindaloo, and biryani, made with fresh ingredients and authentic spices.
Savor Himalayan flavors including steam chicken momos and other regional favorites, offering a unique culinary experience.
Indulge in crispy, oily garlic naan and other breads, perfect for pairing with our rich curries and sauces.
Quench your thirst with delicious mango lassi, salted lassi, and other traditional drinks to complement your meal.
Host gatherings with our catering options and group-friendly service, ideal for events or family dinners in Oakland.
Food was delicious, but even this white boy from California knows a vindaloo should be fiery and hot. We ordered chicken vindaloo, picked "medium" because always try the medium first, and ... nothing? No heat at all. Lovely flavor, great spices, but not a chili pepper in sight. Need to try in person to see if I can convince them to make that dish so hot my head sweats.
Very cozy place, food were delicious so we are definitely going back it’s the taste we’ve been looking for server and cook were amazing and the amount and quality were plenty. Highly recommended.
Had dinner here with some friends before catching a movie at Grand Lake and we absolutely loved the food. The fish and chicken tikka masala were very flavorful, the lamb saag tasted very fresh and we liked that it wasn't too mashed up (you can actually feel the texture of the spinach), and the chicken biryani was HUGE in proportion and the chicken was very tender. Mango lassi and the salted lassi were delicious and the service was great. We didn't try the momos this time but will definitely come back to try in the future. I don't think restaurants should be docked stars for lack of attentiveness as it's not difficult to get their attention when you need it. Food was delicious, portions were massive, and the staff was kind.
Food is amazing! I have been here several times and love the service, atmosphere and food. very relaxing and has a friendly staff. Everything made fresh
Extra delicious Indian food in the heart of Oakland. We had two classics: the chicken tikka masala and chicken vindaloo, both of which were excellent. The curries tasted like they were made with fresh tomatoes, onions, and garlic, and the garlic naan was extra crispy and oily - just right. We also had a mango lassi and the steam chicken momos. Everything was incredible, maybe some of the best Indian food I have had outside of India itself. If I had one critique it would perhaps be the atmosphere, which s a bit on the modern side, but being from the East coast it sort of reminded me of the kind of open kitchens you see over there. Definitely give this place a visit! 🇮🇳
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