Bay Leaf Modern Indian Cuisine & Bar - 5 Points

4.9

187 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary Indian

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2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Neighborhood gem
Good for business meals
Charming

With an ingredient-driven focus, global accents and nuances, the menu is a commitment to simplicity and purity of flavor, a philosophy our new ownership firmly believes in. The menu is an expression of the finest available meats and vegetables, nearly all of which we procure fresh. Drawing inspiration from each corner of the Indian subcontinent, from northern plains to southern coast, we offer a diverse and dynamic experience for our guests.

In addition to traditional Indian favorites such as tikka masalas and biriyanis, Bay Leaf Modern Cuisine & Bar offers modern tantalizing twist on Indian delicacies. Unique additions to the menu such as a perfectly grilled sumptuous desi burger, succulent tangy kababs, completely re-imagined and modernized appetizer selection, complete with signature dishes such as raspberry paneer tikka and tamarind glazed short ribs will leave you craving for more !

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary Indian, Indian
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–8:45 pm
Phone number
(205) 777-3070
Website
https://www.bayleafbham.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Chef Z (Pritam Zarapkar)
Catering
https://www.bayleafbham.com/store/catering/
Private party facilities
https://www.bayleafbham.com/private-events/

Location
1024 20th St S # 101, Birmingham, AL 35205
Neighborhood
Birmingham
Parking details
Valet parking available.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Desi Burger and Fries$11.00
A juicy lamb burger from the clay oven using chef's signature nan bun. Served with curly fries
Tandoori Shrimp and Grits$12.00
Zesty shrimp grilled in Indian clay oven served with southern cheesy grits
Masala Quesadillas
An Indian twist on the Mexican staple
- Veggie$8.00
- Chicken$10.00
- Succulent Lamb$10.00
Pav Ke Saath
Popular Indian street food meets American sloppy joe - a spicy mash served with soft buns
- Mashed Veggie$10.00
- Keema (Ground Meat)$11.00
Asparagus Purée Soup$7.00
Mumbai Frankie Roll
Shredded tandoori protein, herbs, and cheese stuffed in egg coated grilled tortillas with select spices and onions
- Chicken$9.00
- Fish$9.00
- Lamb$9.00
- Paneer & Veggies$8.00
From the Tandoor Grill
Succulent proteins grilled in Indian clay oven. Served with a side of fries or salad
- Chicken Malai Kabab$10.00
- Lamb Seekh Kabab$11.00
- Paneer Tikka$10.00
- Salmon Tikka$10.00
- Masala Veggies$8.00
Mango & Avocado Salad$8.00

Jaldi-Jaldi Lunch Thali

Chicken $11, Lamb $12, Goat $12, Beef $12, Fish $12, Shrimp $12, Paneer $11. Quickfire lunch plates with curry and protein of your choice. Served with lentil dal, veggie of the day, rice and naan bread

Tikka Masala
The Indian favorite curry. Rich and creamy tomato-based sauce with selected earthy spices
Korma
A mild mixture of spices combined with cashews and yogurt slow-cooked to perfection
Saag
Leafy puree sauce made of baby spinach, fenugreek, and other Indian greens
Kadhai
Delicious sweet and spicy curry with a combination of slow-cooked onions, peppers, and select spices
Vindaloo
Slow-braised SPICY Goan curry made of potatoes, chili, and vinegar sauce (lamb / goat / beef only)
Rogan Josh
Aromatic Kashmiri sauce made of red chilies, fennel seed, and yogurt. (lamb / goat / beef only)

What 187 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.8Value

Noise • Moderate

187 Reviews

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Michelle
E. Tennessee
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
First experience eating Indian cuisine and it was a great one! The server was helpful on recommending dishes. Nice atmosphere. Just a wonderful experience overall!
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Alexis
Atlanta Metro
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service was stupendous! Server took great care of us and the chili chicken rice (spicy) did NOT disappoint!
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Experiencenotwhatexpected
Washington DC
48 reviews
vip
5.0
48 reviews
Dined on June 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service, delicious food in no frills environment
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OpenTable Diner
Alabama
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We really enjoyed our meal. The waiter was very attentive keeping our drinks full and clearing plates quickly. He made recommendations for an appetizer and our entrees and all were very flavorful and delicious.
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KenM
Atlanta Metro
20 reviews
vip
4.0
20 reviews
Dined on June 4, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Went for lunch and had driven in from Atlanta for a different reason. Made a reservation for noon but forgot about time change, so was pretty quiet. We both decided to have the buffet. Tandoori chicken and shrimp were both tasty, though prepared a little differently than I had seen. One of the chicken dishes was tasty as well. On the negative side, naan was cold (they brought out fresh when I asked) and one of the dishes was very sour. Overall, pretty good value and food was decent. Bathroom must be shared with other tenants, not a pleasant experience.
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OpenTable Diner
Alabama
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was amazing and unique as well as the drinks! Service was fast and service was super attentive and very nice. Loved it!
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OpenTable Diner
Alabama
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 5, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A great spot to enjoy a date night. The food was amazing and the atmosphere was incredible. The staff and the chefs were great and very friendly. Coming back for sure.
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didiera
Houston
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 5, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Wonderfully cooked . Very generous portions . A wonderful experience
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OpenTable Diner
Alabama
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was so good! We went for the curry, and it was delicious! I had the Kadhai and my husband the Korma. The rice was nice and fluffy. We got the spices medium, which is like a slow burn, but tolerable. You have to get the Garlic Naan too as goes well with the dish. As for the beer, the Kingfisher has a light flavor, but it's still good. Now the Woodpecker my husband had, and there's a hint of citrus in it and the flavor is breathtaking. Even if you don't know what to order, the staff is very helpful at guiding you. You will not be disappointed.
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food in a cool environment. Great service too.
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FAQs

Bay Leaf Modern Indian Cuisine & Bar - 5 Points offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (205) 777-3070.

Bay Leaf Modern Indian Cuisine & Bar - 5 Points is rated 4.9 stars by 187 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Bay Leaf Modern Indian Cuisine & Bar - 5 Points

1024 20th St S # 101, Birmingham, AL 35205

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Birmingham
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–8:45 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary Indian, Indian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Valet parking available.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Chef Z (Pritam Zarapkar)
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.bayleafbham.com/
Phone number
(205) 777-3070
Catering
https://www.bayleafbham.com/store/catering/
Private party facilities
https://www.bayleafbham.com/private-events/

Bay Leaf Modern Indian Cuisine & Bar - 5 Points

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Popular dishes

Butter Chicken

Vindaloo

Tikka Masala

Menu

Modern Indian Lunch Specials

Desi Burger and Fries$11.00

Tandoori Shrimp and Grits$12.00

Masala Quesadillas

Pav Ke Saath

Asparagus Purée Soup$7.00

Mumbai Frankie Roll

From the Tandoor Grill

Mango & Avocado Salad$8.00

Jaldi-Jaldi Lunch Thali

Tikka Masala

Korma

Saag

Kadhai

Vindaloo

Rogan Josh

What 187 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

FAQs

Does Bay Leaf Modern Indian Cuisine & Bar - 5 Points offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Bay Leaf Modern Indian Cuisine & Bar - 5 Points restaurant rated?

Is Bay Leaf Modern Indian Cuisine & Bar - 5 Points currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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