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    Bay Leaf

    4.1 (401 reviews)
    ModerateIndian
    Closed 11:00 am - 2:30 pm, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Classy
    Good for groups

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    Menu (2023)
    Steve L.

    I came with an open mind and high expectations, being that the ratings at this establishment were pretty high. I would like to first point out the obvious, at least in my experience, that the customer service was mediocre. I had ordered two drinks, a House special sweet mango Lassie and chai masala tea, which both were very delicious, but I had to remind the owner 3x to get my drinks. Granted, the night was pretty busy for a Monday night, but getting my drinks late in my meal was not what I expected, at the very least. The entrees and the garlic naan were prepared with a lot of flavors. I enjoyed every bit of it. The portions were decent, but the price of $20 per dish and an "adjustment" fee of $6 for the entire meal on top of the sales tax was a bit steep and odd. The prices are steep, even more expensive than most Indian restaurants in California. The restaurant's ambiance was inviting and comfortable for an enjoyable meal setting. All in all, it's a pretty good Indian restaurant, but prepare to fork a hefty amount of money for it.

    Shrimp Biryani Togo
    Gabrielle P.

    I am not one to write reviews but I have nothing but good things to say about this restaurant. The shrimp biryani and chicken tikka masala are our go to and it slaps every single time. Each time I come in to visit my family we make sure this is dinner one night, I crave it!

    Chai Tea
    Jeanette C.

    Because of COVID-19, they are not serving the lunch buffet which is what I usually have when I eat here. But, good thing, the food is so good, anything you order will be delicious! The portions are big, so you can easily share a meal or save for leftovers. We decided to each order and share. This was the first time I ordered the Chai and it was great. I wish I ordered the Naan because it's always perfect for soaking up the sauce!

    John B.

    The restaurant is a bit withdrawn from the main street; it's a very nice space and looks family-run. They still have a sign out as if there's a buffet, but that's probably not allowed in this new corona-world, to the disappointment of some other perspective diners. I sometimes want a buffet and sometimes don't, this would have been a day for it, but I was nonetheless quite happy. My straightforward order of channa masala and poori tasted fresh. A separate side table was brought out for my fried bread, and the chickpeas, while only modestly hot, possessed a variety of sweet and savory flavors and were by no means simplistic. Other delicious-looking dishes were brought by to the other socially distant tables. I wasn't thrilled with the price to portion ratio, but the range of interesting vegetarian menu items and the flavor I got were certainly very good and probably not easy to find in the area.

    This was the amount of dip.. which is EVERYTHING that we received. SO LAME

    Super rude on the phone and the portions are ridiculous not found again. We will make our own

    Butter chicken, paneer tikka masala, garlic naan, veggie samosa
    Serena I.

    Butter chicken, paneer tikka masala, garlic naan, veggie samosa. All amazing. I was a little worried because the two main dishes looked very similar, but the tastes were unique to their own seasonings. The samosa orders come with two, and they served them with three different sauces that were all delicious. Each main dish is on the pricier side, but you're paying for quality in both food and service. You ever eat at a place, leave satisfied, and then continue to think about it after the fact? That's how good the food is here. I would highly recommend this to anyone wanting a great meal, and I will definitely come here again.

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    The flavor of the food is good but the portions are small especially for the outrageous price youre paying

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    3 months ago

    We love Bay leaf! It's always delicious. Service is always friendly. Our favorites are the Butter Chicken and Lamb Korma.

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    5/5 worth it Indian cuisine!!! Very authentic and great family staff, but if you want medium, specify 2/10. 5/10 spice level still hurts!

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    Some of the best Indian food in NC. I've eaten Indian food in several countries and all around the US. This place is absolutely fantastic.

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    The chicken tikka masala is my favorite. The variety of bread choice is magnificent. Love the atmosphere.

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    Ocean Bay Indian Cuisine

    Ocean Bay Indian Cuisine

    4.5(61 reviews)
    34.3 mi

    I'm salivating just writing this review but a friend and I stopped by yesterday for lunch. We got…read morethere a little after opening at noon. There were a couple people in for a meal and we were seated right away. Immediately, I noticed how well kept the restaurant looked. Our server asked for any allergies. We both ordered the Butter Chicken and butter naan to share. I also ordered a Chicken Tikka Masala and the garlic naan to go, for my husband who's home with our youngest. Our server mixed up my order and brought out the Tikka Masala, apologized and was so kind. He offered to pack it to go and bring the Butter Chicken but I refused - mostly because I knew I'd get some of that chicken later when I'd pick it off my husband's plate. Everything was fresh, tasted AMAZING and bursted with flavors! Both the dishes were well seasoned, creamy and had the right amount of heaviness. Both the garlic and butter naan breads were really great too, but do yourself a favor and go with the garlic! I can't wait to be back. So so so good.

    We so enjoyed our Chicken Vindaloo and Vegetable Samosas. Our waiter was a sweet young man. I…read morethink the owner was present and said hello. He never introduced himself but he was either the owner or manager. We chatted a little about India and the best time to go. I forgot we also had garlic naan. Not sure why it is $2 more than regular naan but it was tasty. I could not eat all my food so it was a yummy lunch the next day. The place appeared to be clean (never used the bathroom) and had an Indian look but the health score could have been better. We still decided to try it because a friend said it was amazing and we had tried the other Indian place across tow. Have to find the best. Having grown up on Indian food I was very happy with my meal.

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    4.4(46 reviews)
    54.4 mi

    The shopping center was coming up around this place, but I was drawn by what looked like an…read moreinnovative menu. They offered me a lunch and dinner menu, but engendered some disappointment when they explained that numerous items were not available. I wasn't seeking paneer, but that's what I ended up with. It was a well-prepared dish evincing fruity and herbal notes. Ordering a bread with cheese in addition was probably not a great decision on my part and left me overly stuffed, but the onions in it added a mouthwatering aroma. I expect some supply issues with this restaurant being near the beach and relatively isolated. I hope that if I find my way back here, they are able to offer more options.

    Hands down the best Indian food we've ever had -- and we're tough critics. Every dish was made with…read morecare, layered with complex flavors, and packed with fresh ingredients. You can taste the love in every bite. The red snapper moilee was buttery and perfectly cooked, the rogan josh lamb was fall-apart tender, and the mashed eggplant was unique and delicious. The naan basket was a must, and the mixed grill gave us a taste of everything -- all incredible. Heads up: food takes a little longer because it's made fresh to order, but that's part of the magic. It's absolutely worth the wait. The owner told us Saturdays get packed, so go on a quieter day if you're looking for a more relaxed vibe (or order takeout -- I bet it travels well). If there were an award for best Indian comfort food, this place would win it. Authentic, soul warming and unforgettable- we can't wait to go back!

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