Banana Leaf Broadway & Oak Vancouver

    πŸƒ Experience the vibrant flavours of Malaysia at Banana Leaf Broadway & Oak in Vancouver.

    Known for its bold curries, signature Singapore Laksa, and sizzling wok-tossed prawns, this location offers a lively dining atmosphere with tropical dΓ©cor and friendly service. Conveniently located near Vancouver General Hospital, with easy parking and transit access, it’s a go-to spot for lunch, dinner, or happy hour. Perfect for family gatherings, casual dates, or group celebrations, Banana Leaf Broadway & Oak delivers authentic Southeast Asian flavours in the heart of the city.

    🌟 Known for Rendang Beef Curry β€œGF”, Black Pepper Chili Garlic Tiger Prawns πŸ”₯.

    🍽️ Banana Leaf Menu

    See the full Banana Leaf menu in Vancouver, including popular dishes and house favourites.

    πŸ₯’ To Start

    Appetizer Sampler (minimum 2 people, dine-in only)

    Asian salad with pineapple, calamari, chicken satay, roti canai, and spring rolls.

    Shredded Green Mango Papaya Kerabu Salad

    A refreshing mix of green mango, papaya, cucumber, carrot, sweet & sour fish sauce, jicama, sesame seeds, shallot, herbs, and crushed peanuts.

    Pineapple Papaya Asian Salad

    Papaya, pineapple, leafy greens, tomato, capsicum vinaigrette, fish sauce, peanuts, sesame seeds, and shallot.

    Roti Canai

    Handmade flaky flatbread with vegetarian coconut curry sauce.

    Vegetarian Spring Roll 🌿πŸ”₯

    Two deep-fried rolls filled with jicama roots, carrots, cabbage, celery, green beans, and turmeric. Served with sweet chili sauce.

    Eggplant Fries 🌿πŸ”₯

    Lightly breaded eggplant with curry spices, paired with Thai sweet chili sauce.

    Tofu Goreng 🌿πŸ”₯

    Deep-fried tofu served with lettuce, bean sprouts, cucumber, crushed peanuts, sesame seeds, and sweet chili sauce.

    Satay Char Siu Pork

    Pork skewers marinated in garlic, honey, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and five spice.

    Satay Skewers GF (Chicken / Beef / Lamb)

    Two skewers of marinated meat served with a spicy peanut dip.

    Baba Chicken Wings

    Peranakan-marinated wings, breaded and fried in curry spices. Served with coconut lime dill sauce.

    Nyonya Calamari

    Crispy calamari with cilantro, green onion, and coconut lime sauce.

    Steamed Cumin Coconut Mussels

    Mussels steamed with cumin, garlic, shallot, tomato, onion, coconut milk, and Chinese wine.

    Tom Yum Goong Soup πŸ”₯

    Spicy Thai soup with giant prawns, lime juice, galangal, chili paste, lemongrass, mushrooms, and fresh herbs.

    🦐 Seafood

    Abundance of Seafood Gulai GF πŸ”₯

    Scallop, prawn, fish, mussel, and squid simmered in turmeric, tamarind, galangal, coconut milk, ginger, and lemongrass.

    Otak-Otak Fish in Banana Leaf πŸ”₯

    Wild sablefish marinated with coconut and spices, grilled and wrapped in banana leaf with turmeric, galangal, and lemongrass.

    Caramelized Ginger Wild Sablefish

    Breaded sablefish with Malay black sweet sauce, garlic, caramelized ginger, shallot, and Chinese wine.

    Black Pepper Wok-Tossed Giant Prawns πŸ”₯

    Shell-on prawns stir-fried with black peppercorn, garlic, butter, curry leaves, dried shrimp, and oyster sauce.

    Mango Chili Basil Giant Prawns πŸ”₯

    Shell-on prawns tossed in sweet and sour chili sauce with fresh mango, tomato, bell pepper, garlic, and Thai basil.

    Singapore Chili Lobster Tails πŸ”₯

    East Coast lobster tails stir-fried with garlic, shallot, ginger, chili, egg, and sweet & sour sauce. Served with garlic bread.

    πŸ₯© Meat

    Rendang Beef Curry GF πŸ”₯

    Signature slow-cooked beef in coconut milk with turmeric, coriander, galangal, lemongrass, and aromatic curry spices.

    Ginger Beef & Broccoli πŸ”₯

    Sliced beef stir-fried with broccoli, onion, carrot, ginger, garlic, chili, soy sauce, and sesame seeds.

    Kari Kambing Lamb Curry πŸ”₯

    Boneless lamb shoulder and potato stewed in Malay curry with cumin, fennel, cardamom, cinnamon, and coconut milk.

    Curry Chicken & Vegetables GF πŸ”₯

    Boneless chicken breast and seasonal vegetables simmered in coconut milk and lemongrass curry.

    Kung Pao Chicken πŸ”₯

    Boneless chicken wok-fried with dried chili, Sichuan pepper, soy sauce, ginger, black vinegar, sesame oil, and peanuts.

    Hainanese Boneless Chicken

    Chilled chicken with sesame oil, cucumber, cilantro, and sweet soy sauce. Served with ginger sauce, chili sauce, and ginger-garlic rice.

    πŸ₯¬ Vegetables

    Assam Curry Tofu & Vegetables GF πŸ”₯🌿

    Fried tofu and mixed vegetables braised in tangy tamarind curry.

    Sambal Green Beans with Shrimp πŸ”₯

    Green beans stir-fried with shrimp, tomato, garlic, chili, and shrimp paste.

    Wok-Fried Eggplant & Basil 🌿

    Eggplant with garlic, mushrooms, basil, green onion, and Chinese wine.

    Turmeric Coconut Spinach GF 🌿

    Spinach simmered with turmeric, cumin, garlic, shallot, and coconut milk.

    Sambal Okra, Green Beans & Eggplant πŸ”₯

    A spicy vegetable medley with okra, green beans, and eggplant stir-fried with garlic, chili, and shrimp paste.

    🍜 Rice & Noodles

    Pineapple Seafood Chicken Fried Rice GF

    Malaysian fried rice with seafood, chicken, egg, green beans, tomato, onion, and corn.

    Nasi Goreng πŸ”₯

    Classic Malaysian fried rice with beef, shrimp, chili, onion, tomato, egg, and green beans.

    Nasi Lemak with Rendang Beef πŸ”₯

    Coconut rice with anchovies, cucumber, boiled egg, rendang beef, sambal chili, and roasted peanuts. Option to substitute Baba chicken wings.

    Mee Goreng πŸ”₯

    Fried egg noodles with beef, shrimp, tomato, egg, bean sprouts, tofu, and choy sum.

    Char Kuey Teow πŸ”₯

    Stir-fried flat noodles in sweet chili soy sauce with shrimp, fish cake, squid, egg, and bean sprouts.

    Singapore Laksa πŸ”₯

    Rich seafood coconut broth with dried shrimp, tofu, chicken, fish cake, squid, prawns, bean sprouts, and egg. Choice of rice noodles, yellow egg noodles, or a mix.

    🍚 Sides

    Jasmine Rice

    Fragrant steamed jasmine rice.

    Hainan Ginger Garlic Rice

    Steamed rice flavored with ginger and garlic.

    Coconut Rice in Banana Leaf

    Coconut rice wrapped in banana leaf for added aroma.

    🍨 Desserts

    Pisang Goreng

    Crispy fried banana with vanilla ice cream, peanuts, and palm sugar syrup.

    Fresh Mango Sticky Rice (Seasonal)

    Coconut milk sticky rice topped with slices of fresh mango.

    Pandan Coconut Panna Cotta

    Creamy pandan and coconut dessert with mango purΓ©e and palm sugar.

    Pulut Inti

    πŸ₯€ Spirit-Free Refreshments

    Fresh Young Coconut Water

    Served straight from the coconut.

    Handmade Ginger Ale

    House soda with ginger syrup.

    Aquafaba Citrus Fizz

    Refreshing citrus mocktail with a foamy aquafaba finish.

    Golden Wellness

    A turmeric-inspired health drink.

    Pineapple Cucumber Ginger Smoothie

    Tropical smoothie with fresh pineapple, cucumber, and ginger.

    Teh Tarik – Malaysian Iced Milk Tea

    A frothy Malaysian-style pulled milk tea.

    Passionfruit Mango Mocktail

    A fruity, tropical mocktail blend.

    Honey Chamomile Pineapple Iced Tea

    Light and floral iced tea with tropical notes.

    Lemongrass Ginger Pandan Iced Tea

    Herbal iced tea with Southeast Asian aromatics.

    🍸 Cocktails (2 oz)

    Mango Margarita

    Tequila, Cointreau, mango purΓ©e, lime juice, and syrup.

    Aperol Spritz

    Aperol, sparkling wine, and soda.

    Passionfruit Martini

    Vodka, passionfruit liqueur, purΓ©e, and lemon.

    Mango Passion Fruit Mimosa

    Sparkling wine with mango and passionfruit syrup.

    Lavender Gin Sour

    Empress gin with lavender syrup, lemon juice, and aquafaba.

    Negroni

    Classic blend of gin, vermouth, Campari, and orange peel.

    Lychee Mojito

    Lime, mint, lychee liqueur, rum, and soda.

    Canadian Smash

    Wiser’s 15-year rye whisky with mint, lemon, and syrup.

    The Modern Mai Tai

    Amaretto, dark rum, guava juice, Cointreau, lime, and orgeat.

    Red Wine Sangria

    Red wine, brandy, ginger, and orange liqueur.

    Peach Bellini

    Sparkling wine with peach liqueur and syrup.

    Thai Lemongrass Basil Margarita

    Tequila infused with lemongrass, basil, lime, and chili salt.

    Smoky Aquafaba Whisky Sour

    Single malt whisky shaken with aquafaba, lemon, and syrup.

    Leaf Me Up – House Signature

    Lemongrass tequila, banana liqueur, pandan syrup, Thai chili, and aquafaba.

    🍽️ Lunch Features

    (Daily 11:30am – 2:30pm)

    Nasi Goreng πŸ”₯

    Malaysian-style fried rice with chili, tomato, soy sauce, beef, shrimp, onion, egg, and green beans.

    Char Kuey Teow πŸ”₯

    Stir-fried flat rice noodles in sweet chili sauce and soy sauce with egg, bean sprouts, shrimp, fish cake, and squid.

    Nasi Lemak with Rendang Beef πŸ”₯

    Coconut rice with dried anchovies, cucumber, hard-boiled egg, rendang beef, fish fillet, sambal chili, and roasted peanuts. (Optional substitution: Baba chicken wings for rendang beef).

    Mee Goreng πŸ”₯

    A Malaysian classic of fried egg noodles with beef, shrimp, tomato, egg, bean sprouts, choy sum, and tofu.

    Singapore Laksa πŸ”₯

    Rich seafood coconut soup with dried shrimp, chili, bean sprouts, tofu, cilantro, egg, chicken, fish cake, squid, and shrimp. Choice of rice noodles, yellow egg noodles, or mixed noodles.

    Rendang Beef with Vegetables & Rice πŸ”₯

    Tender beef slow-cooked in curry spices, herbs, and coconut cream. Served with mixed vegetables and rice.

    Curry Chicken & Vegetables with Rice πŸ”₯ GF

    Boneless chicken breast and mixed vegetables simmered in coconut milk and lemongrass curry.

    Hainanese Boneless Chicken & Rice

    Chilled chicken with cucumber, peanut, and sweet soy sauce. Served with ginger sauce, chili garlic sauce, and fragrant ginger-garlic rice.

    🍹 Happy Hour Menu

    Dine-in only. Daily 2:30pm – 5:00pm, and Sun–Thurs 8:30pm to close (last kitchen order 9:45pm).

    Shredded Mango Kerabu Salad

    A refreshing Malaysian-style mango salad with sweet, sour, and tangy flavors.

    Vegetarian Spring Roll 🌿πŸ”₯

    Crisp golden rolls filled with spiced vegetables.

    Satay Char Siu Pork (4 Skewers)

    Grilled skewers of marinated pork with smoky char siu flavors.

    Baba’s Chicken Wings (6 pcs)

    Fried chicken wings tossed in Banana Leaf’s signature seasoning.

    Nyonya Calamari

    Crispy calamari with Malaysian spices.

    Cumin Coconut Mussels + Garlic Bread

    Mussels simmered in a fragrant coconut cumin broth, served with garlic bread.

    Kum Heung Lobster Tail πŸ”₯

    Two lobster tails wok-tossed with dried shrimp, curry leaves, and black pepper.

    Wok-Tossed Black Pepper Giant Prawns πŸ”₯

    Five prawns stir-fried in black peppercorn and garlic sauce.

    Volcano Laksa πŸ”₯

    A smaller portion of the signature seafood laksa with lobster, prawns, and squid in a spicy broth.

    Crispy Turmeric Fish Fillet πŸ”₯

    Golden fried fish fillets seasoned with turmeric and spices.

    Ginger Beef & Broccoli

    Tender beef with broccoli, onion, carrot, and ginger in a soy-based sauce.

    Kung Pao Chicken πŸ”₯

    Spicy stir-fried chicken with dried chili, peanuts, and Sichuan pepper.

    Tofu Goreng 🌿πŸ”₯

    Fried tofu with chili and spices.

    Roti Canai

    Flaky Malaysian flatbread, perfect for dipping.

    Eggplant Fries 🌿πŸ”₯

    Crispy fried eggplant with chili seasoning.

    Satay Skewers (Chicken, Beef, or Lamb)

    Four skewers grilled and served with peanut sauce.

    πŸ₯₯ Refreshments

    Fresh Young Coconut

    🍸 Handcrafted Cocktails

    Red Wine Sangria – Red wine, fruit, and brandy.

    Aperol Spritz – Aperol, sparkling wine, soda.

    Negroni – Classic Italian cocktail with gin, Campari, and vermouth.

    🍺 Beer

    Rainforest Ale – Crisp house ale.

    Rainforest Pilsner (Pitcher Available) – Light, refreshing pilsner.

    Strange Fellows West Coast Pale Ale – Local craft pale ale.

    🍷 Wine

    Mission Hill Reserve Chardonnay

    Pirramimma Cabernet Sauvignon

    Banana Leaf Sauvignon Blanc

    Banana Leaf Merlot

    Sparkling Wine

    πŸ”₯ Banana Leaf Specials

    πŸ“… Daily Features

    All day 11:30am to close. Dine-in only. No substitutions.

    πŸ₯’ Monday

    Volcano Laksa πŸ”₯

    A shareable feast for two with lobster tail, giant prawns, mussels, squid, chicken, fish cake, tofu, egg, and bean sprouts in a rich coconut broth.

    πŸ₯’ Tuesday

    Coconut Cumin Mussels with Garlic Bread

    Fresh mussels steamed with coconut, cumin, and spices, paired with warm garlic bread.

    πŸ₯’ Wednesday

    Kari Kambing Lamb Curry with Rice πŸ”₯

    Tender lamb shoulder braised in aromatic Malay curry, served with rice.

    πŸ₯’ Thursday

    Seafood Gulai with Vegetables & Rice

    A hearty turmeric and coconut milk curry filled with prawns, squid, mussels, and fresh vegetables.

    πŸ₯’ Friday

    Black Pepper Wok-Tossed Giant Prawns πŸ”₯

    Shell-on giant prawns wok-fried with black pepper, garlic, and butter, served with rice.

    πŸ₯’ Saturday

    Singapore Chili Lobster Tail πŸ”₯

    East Coast lobster tail tossed in a sweet and spicy Singapore-style chili sauce, served with garlic bread.

    πŸ₯’ Sunday

    Caramelized Ginger Sablefish

    Wild sablefish cooked with caramelized ginger, vegetables, and rice.

    Banana Leaf Menu Prices

    🍽 Asian

    ⚠️ Closes Soon
    Show full hours
    Monday 11:30 am – 11:00 pm
    Tuesday 11:30 am – 11:00 pm
    Wednesday 11:30 am – 11:00 pm
    Thursday 11:30 am – 11:00 pm
    Friday 11:30 am – 11:00 pm
    Saturday 11:30 am – 11:00 pm
    Sunday 11:30 am – 11:00 pm

    ⭐ Banana Leaf Favourites

    Rendang Beef Curry β€œGF”

    Slow-cooked beef braised in coconut milk, turmeric, lemongrass, and fragrant Malay curry spices.

    Black Pepper Chili Garlic Tiger Prawns πŸ”₯

    Shell-on prawns wok-tossed with cracked black pepper, garlic, butter, curry leaves, and dried shrimp.

    Nasi Lemak with Rendang Beef πŸ”₯

    Coconut rice with anchovies, cucumber, boiled egg, rendang beef, sambal chili sauce, and peanuts

    Malaysia’s national dish.

    Singapore Laksa πŸ”₯

    Creamy coconut-seafood broth with bean sprouts, tofu puffs, chicken, fish cake, squid, shrimp, and your choice of noodle.

    Eggplant Fries 🌿πŸ”₯

    Crispy breaded eggplant spears with curry seasoning, paired with sweet chili dipping sauce.

    Pineapple Papaya Asian Salad

    Fresh papaya and pineapple tossed with greens, capsicum vinaigrette, fish sauce, peanuts, and sesame seeds.

    Vegetarian Spring Rolls 🌿πŸ”₯

    Deep-fried rolls filled with jicama, carrots, cabbage, and celery, served with sweet chili sauce.

    🍽️ Dining Experience

    Tropical-inspired interior with greenery, warm lighting, and casual upscale vibes.

    Attentive, quick service

    praised for efficient and friendly staff.

    Gluten-free and vegetarian options clearly labeled for accessibility.

    Popular for both lunch and dinner; evenings can be lively, so early dining is recommended.

    πŸ…ΏοΈ Parking & Accessibility

    Free parking after 6pm behind the restaurant.

    Additional street parking and nearby paid lots available.

    Conveniently located along West Broadway with strong public transit connections (99 B-Line, #9, #17).

    Wheelchair accessible entrance and facilities.

    πŸ“ Landmarks & Location

    Address: 820 W Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5Z 1J8.

    Located in Fairview near Oak Street and West Broadway intersection.

    Close to Vancouver General Hospital and City Square Mall.

    Situated in a busy commercial corridor with shopping and cafΓ©s nearby.

    πŸ“± Ordering Options

    Dine-in service with lunch, dinner, and daily features.

    Take-out available directly from the restaurant.

    Happy Hour specials daily with discounted appetizers and drinks.

    Group-friendly atmosphere for family dinners or casual business outings.

    πŸ’¬ Customer Feedback

    Guests highlight high ingredient quality and bold flavours.

    Rendang, laksa, and prawns frequently praised as must-try dishes.

    Portions are generous, with many considering it good value.

    Some note dishes are slightly adapted to appeal to a wide audience.

    Overall, reviews emphasize friendly staff, fast service, and a consistently good dining experience.