Purists tend to turn up their noses at this joint, claiming it’s too touristy. Ignore them. The vibe is lively, the service brisk and the food is well cooked. You can’t ask for more. Granted, the fish head curry is probably better at Muthu’s down the road, but that’s almost splitting hairs; especially when the rust-red mutton masala is delicious, while the creamy richness of the prawn and spinach curry, or the chicken in velvety yoghurt sauce are well-paired with a heap of biryani.

Banana Leaf was a Runner-up in Best Food for Value under $25 per head in TOS's Who is top of the Table?