I've come here quite a few times and I basically order the same thing each time. Everyone I bring here loves the roti canai and beef rendang. Normally I get the coconut rice but they didn't have it the last time I went. I asked for the chicken broth rice instead and it paired really well with the beef rendang. Another favorite dish of mine at Banana Island is the seafood chow fun. The flavor profile is milder compared to the beef rendang and curry from the roti canai, but it is a nice addition to other saltier dishes. This place is very family friendly. You could bring anyone here honestly, whether it's a date, family, or friends. The waiters have always been nice but don't expect a ton of small talk. I like this place because you get delicious food at a nice spot with a casual vibe. read more

Used to love this place for the ambiance, service, pricing, and the food. Not sure what happened since the last time I visited though. The portions are smaller than previously, the tastes of a lot of the dishes are off, and everything was extremely greasy... sigh. read more

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I can't believe it's been over 20 years since I've been here! After the huge Westlake shopping center remodeling, i thought this place was gone. Fortunately, I checked and found out Banana Island was still alive and well! The food here was delicious, we ordered several dishes and they were all very good. The dining room was clean and very roomy, no problems with a wheelchair. The fresh roti prep and cooking is always on display in the center of the dining area. If you want to try some delicious authentic Tai Chinese fusion dishes, you should definitely try Banana Island located in the back of Westlake Shopping center. Hard to find but well worth the time. Plenty of parking across the street. read more

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Not sure if it's because it was Mother's Day weekend or it's usually like this but Service is soo slow. Regardless of having a reservation, had to wait ~20 mins more. Large space. Packed house! Not a table unseated. It was mad crowded Friday at 7pm appetizers! I always get the roti and curry sauce and/or chicken skewer sticks. get you ready and excited for the rest of the meal been around for many years and happy to see them still around! it's a special place because many people have memories here of eating with fam long ago. The spot is quite hidden, next to the parking lot. you'll miss it if just walking through westlake plaza. read more

This place is hidden in an alleyway next to shops. The place was busy and there was a wait when we went there, but we're seated pretty quickly despite that. We ordered our usual the Roti Canai, Seafood Tom Yum, and Lady Fingers Belcan, as well as Basil Chicken, Seafood Scramble Egg Chowfun, and Mango Sticky Rice, which we also got quickly despite it being busy. The Roti Canai is freshly made and can see in the restaurant. Kind of like a Crepe sort of texture with a little crunch. Also, tastes really good with the Curry it comes with. The Seafood Tom Yum had a good amount of Seafood and was cooked perfecly. Also, it was sour but just the right amount. It was kind of like having Sinagong. Lady Fingers Belcan is an Ocra dish with Shrimp and spices. It wasn't slimy and had nice flavor from the spices. The Basil Chicken had good flavor with the Thai Basil Sauce and Veggies mixed with the Chicken. The Seafood Scramble Egg Chowfun was okay. Don't get me wrong, the Seafood was cooked perfectly just like all their other Seafood dishes, but it lacked flavor and there was little to no Egg with this dish. As for the Mango Sticky Rice, it was okay. It comes out hot and is kind of rich with the Coconut Milk, but the Mango balanced it. However, it just has okay flavor easpcially since the Mango was not ripe. Overall, the food and service is great. What isn't there to like? read more

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Came here with a banana island since we both hadn't been here in over 10 years. As secluded as they are, they sure still have a lot of business. The dishes we got were pretty good. The portion for the spare ribs was large, and the noodle dish was solid. Forgot to snap a pic, but got 2 orders of the roti because it was so good. Definitely recommend getting the roti as an app! read more

Banana Island - Thai Near Me - Daly City, California

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Great place for family friendly southeast asian food, lots of options on the menu, good taste, average prices. What we ordered: 1. Roti Canai - sooo good with the sauce, easily one of their best and most memorable dishes 2. Satay beef skewers - this was okay, I liked the peanut sauce but the beef was very chewy and tough, hard to eat 3. Sarang seafood - pretty good assortment of seafood, liked the arrangement 4. Hainanese Chicken - chicken itself tasted great, not games, tender; the ginger scallion sauce could be stronger though Service: -not bad, get seated fairly quickly and got our food in a reasonable time -waiters didn't really pay much attention to us, but came around when we raised our hand to ask for stuff Space: -located in the Westlake mall, easy to find parking nearby -inside: dim lighting but big space with open seating Overall, I had a good experience eating here with my family. For three people, the price came out to around $80. I would recommend coming to this place if you want to eat southeast asian/asian food and like having a lot of options. The waiters can also speak Cantonese! read more

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Saw a really good review on a Facebook group and decided to give them a try--unfortunately the service was inattentive and food was disappointing. There wasn't a wait when I went for dinner, but it was packed and I have no idea why. The roti canai started off really good, and the sauce that came with it was the best part. Everything went downhill from there, as the Chow Kueh Tiew and Pineapple fried rice were very bland. The pineapple fried rice was slightly better because of the abundance of pineapples, but the chow kueh tiew was lackluster. The seafood in the dish was also notably flavorless along with the noodles, so I was disappointed because this is a classic Singaporean/Malay dish. On top of that, they served a pot of tea (just a regular Asian metal pot with a cheap teabag) and then also charged for it without informing us. It's not common practice for this at non-dim sum Asian restaurants unless they inform you, so I was surprised. Overall food was bad aside from the roti, prices were high for what it was, service was bad, and I wouldn't recommend coming. read more

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Great dinner experience here. Service was prompt and efficient, food was delicious. Roti - thin and crispy Beef rendang - a favorite. Very flavorful with very tender beef Chicken satay - maybe deep fried?? Super juicy and delicious, the peanut sauce is amazing Char kway tiao - nice and smoky, good flavor. Thinner noodles. Seafood is cooked well but unseasoned on its own - need to eat with noodles. Kang Kong belacan - great shrimp flavor, huge portion. Would definitely return read more

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Banana Island is one of those places we keep coming back to--and for good reason. We've been here multiple times, and overall, it's consistently great. Food highlights: Roti Canai - Always a winner. Flaky, light, and perfectly crispy on the outside with that soft chew inside. Hands down one of the best orders here and a must every visit. Thai Fried Rice - One of the best I've had. Well-seasoned, smoky, and packed with flavor. As a former cook in a Thai restaurant, I don't say that lightly--this one truly delivers. Pad Thai - Also excellent. Balanced sweetness, tang, and savoriness, with well-cooked noodles and generous toppings. Again, coming from someone who's cooked Thai food professionally, this was impressive. Malaysian Pork Chop - Rich, flavorful, and satisfying. Tender meat with a bold sauce that really stands out--comfort food done right. Volcano Spareribs - This wasn't actually what we thought we ordered initially, but wow... no regrets. Sticky, flavorful, and absolutely worth it. A pleasant surprise and something I'd happily order again. Assam Laksa - This was the only dish that didn't quite work for us. We've tried laksa at many other places, and unfortunately this one fell short of our expectations. The flavor just wasn't for us--but we appreciate the effort and know tastes can vary. Service & ambiance: The staff are always friendly, welcoming, and attentive. The dining area is clean, inviting, and has a nice, relaxed vibe. One small suggestion would be to check the restroom more frequently, as cleanliness there could be maintained a bit better. Overall: Amazing food, kind staff, and a comfortable atmosphere make Banana Island a spot we'll continue to return to. A few small areas for improvement, but still a solid favorite for Malaysian and Thai comfort food. Highly recommended! read more

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I love the Roti here. The Tilapia was well presented too. The service was ok. The place was full today. I like the tropical vibe. Great for family gatherings. read more

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Been a while since we last visited. Returned to celebrate a birthday. Started with the roti as that's mom's fave. The mango salad was a standout for me - perfect amount of sweet and tangy. The sizzling tofu, fried squid, fried eggplant, and hainan chicken were also good. The lamb rendang was a tad dry. The Malaysian iced coffee was too strong and bitter - wouldn't order that again. Ong choy was ok. Forgot to take pics of most items as the dishes arrived rather quickly. Everyone was too full for dessert. Service was good in that they were friendly and checked on us often. read more

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This restaurant has been here for DECADES. I remember coming here when I was a child and enjoying chicken skewers and the roti! And now I come back as an adult to enjoy the chicken skewers and roti, nothing has changed. It still keeps its interior of greens and yellows with what looks like an island in the middle of the restaurant. It feels like home. Everything is delicious, I don't think I've ever had a "bad" food experience here, unless I outright just don't like the food, no matter how it's cooked. Banana Island is really a local gem and has stayed an icon. read more

Lots of delicious looking options in the menu here. The entrees we ordered were all pretty good. I liked the ribs androti a lot, and enjoyed the okra, though the calamari and shrimp in the okra dish tasted mostly of shrimp paste, and that was if you got some sauce on it. Great service as well. But the decor inside is really interesting. It's a very unique vibe with the brown and turquoise color scheme and abundant plants. It was a bit hard to find the restaurant though as it's a bit hidden behind where most of the shops are and the entrance is to one side. I imagine it would be a lot more popular if it were more prominent. read more

Love this place! Over due review but my family brings out of town relatives to this restaurant because of the delicious food. This is a hidden gem in Daly City, westlake neighborhood. The staff and servers are all professional. Their manager has good customer service skills especially with large groups coming to dine at lunch or dinner. Must go to is the roti, chicken satay and the shrimp puff for appetizers. My favorite entrees are the fried rice, and the the taro nest with vegetables. Fried rice menu has so much variety, depending if you like seafood or meat they have it. The fried banana with vanilla ice cream for dessert is a nice sweet ending. The spacing of the seats and table are a good amount with a nice decor around the restaurant. Don't forget to ge their Malaysian Porkchops! Soo delicious and I craved it weekly when I was pregnant. Our family grown from generations to come here. From my grandparents to my nieces and nephews. Great family dining experience. Look forward in coming here again. read more

Banana Island - Shrimp Puff Mixed vegetables and shrimp in a taro nest - Thai Near Me - Daly City, California

Came here on a Sunday around 11:15 AM--easy parking in the garage, and we were seated immediately. We started with their famous roti, which came out fast and was delicious. It's perfect for sharing since it fills you up quickly and is made fresh to order. For the main dishes, we tried the Tom Yum rice noodle soup, Pad Thai, fried squid, and string beans, with mango sticky rice for dessert. Everything was flavorful with generous portions. The total for 5 people came to around $121, including gratuity. The only downside was that the Pad Thai and string beans were a bit too oily for my taste--after a couple of bites, it got a little heavy. But the rice noodle soup was definitely a highlight! There was also the issue of our cup having a lipstick stain and our spoon having food on it. Overall, a solid spot for a big meal with a great variety of flavors read more

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Whole talipia fish with good salsa was delicious & nicely plated. Pad Thai was fine and noodles had a nice texture, prefer tofu cut larger as hard to find tiny bits. Didn't care for the Roti which more like a serving for one. The roti a bit too soft & flimsy for my taste. Service & Atmosphere good, clean. read more

Banana Island - Fried whole talipia with very good salsa - Thai Near Me - Daly City, California

Our second time here & it never disappoints! We got to order our favorite fried rice, red chicken curry, volcano spareribs & spicy wings. We also ordered Thai tea & it was good. Service was quick & they always check on you if your table needed anything. The portions big for the price & everything was yummy! read more

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The eight of us celebrated two birthdays here tonight Saturday arriving at 5pm. We sat at a round table in the back. Three of us remembered the footprint used to be Applebees. That's how long ago it's been. We left the food ordering to two folks who are very familiar with the menu. I thought the starters were better than the entrees. Shoutouts for - * roti * bacon wrapped shrimp * chicken satay No photos of food as quickly devoured. Halfway through our meal our plates were changed. We thought that was service. We finished dinner around 6:30pm. There was a huge crowd waiting to be seated. We paid in cash. Then the server came back and said we overpaid. Gratuity was already added. That was integrity as he could have pocketed the money. Food came in a steady flow. I thought portion sizes were small. We ordered 1 1/2 orders for the starters. Minus one star as I thought some of the food was too greasy. . read more

Banana Island - Thai Near Me - Daly City, California

Boyfriend made a reservation for here for our 1-year anniversary dinner. Banana Island is a Singaporean/Malaysian/Thai fusion restaurant that is SUPER popular. The crowd waiting in the lobby on a Saturday night was CRAZY crowded, and I'm so glad my boyfriend got a reservation. The hostess at the front desk said I looked so beautiful, which was very sweet of her. I got a belacaran noodle dish, and he got pad thai. We really enjoyed our dinner! Afterwards, one of the nice waiters helped us get photos together. We had a great time here together! read more

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Me and the wife had a day off and decided to come here. It's been years since we have ate here. Once we found out our youngest had a peanut allergy certain places are not on our radar anymore which sucks but what can you do. Fortunately it was just the two us and how did we miss the food here. Food was just as good as we remembered it. Got there when they opened for lunch so it was quiet and service was fast. Once we were done the lunch crowd started to pick up. read more

Had another great experience at Banana Island. The food is flavorful and satisfying, but the roti really stands out perfectly cooked, soft inside with a nice flaky texture. So good you'll want extra. The service is excellent, staff is polite, attentive and genuinely friendly. The ambiance is calm and inviting, with a nice atmosphere that works for both casual dining and catching up with friends. Solid food great service and a comfortable setting. Highly recommended. read more

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Banana Island in Daly City is always a favorite. The food is consistently flavorful, and it's one of those places where almost every dish hits. It can definitely get busy, especially on weekends, but it's worth it every time. I always enjoy watching the roti being freshly made! it's soft, flaky, and perfect with the curry sauce. I usually go for the pad Thai, Thai-style whole fish, fried rice, and more. And even though I don't eat them myself, I always order the volcano spare ribs to-go for my grandma. She loves them and looks forward to it every time I visit. It's a great spot for sharing dishes and enjoying a family-style meal. Always dependable and delicious. read more

Banana Island - Sizzling Beef - Thai Near Me - Daly City, California

Came in right after they opened at 11:30 on a Saturday with a group of 6 people. We started with two orders of the roti (nice and fluffy), the papaya salad, the chow fun noodles, a whole Haiananese Chicken, with two orders of chicken broth rice, the mixed grilled tofu, and the eggplant. All items were great, but I think the chicken was the standout. read more

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Busy. I did not know this place is vibin'. The last time I dined here was pre-pandemic and I've never seen it get full with hungry customers waiting in line to get seated until now. Anyway, we came here to get Roti Canai. It is the only place I know where you could actually watch them make it. It is as fresh as it gets. I loved the texture, paper thin crispy on the outside and soft with a little bit of chew on some parts. The flavor was lacking though, so the curry dipping sauce is a must. We also ordered - Poh Piah - a Singaporean style fresh rolls with egg and veggies filling. It was plated on a bed of lettuce which I enjoyed very much as a salad. Seafood TomYum rice noodles - sweet and sour soup with thin rice noodles and tons of seafood. It was really good and comforting especially when feeling under the weather. Overall, Banana Island was a nice surprise. Love seeing a local business booming with customers. I would keep coming back for sure. read more

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Great for family style dining. The food is delicious! The Indian pancake is a must! My family always orders one for each of us because we will be fighting over one, no joke. Also a fave is the mango chicken and the pad thai with shrimp. read more

Banana Island - Thai Near Me - Daly City, California

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When you are looking to explore different types of island foods and you are a stones away from the San Francisco County line there is a restaurant which has a variety of island dish platters . This place is located in its own hidden island on a one way street within the Westlake Shopping Center in Daly City. This restaurant is a food tour of the different cuisines of the islands of Asia. Here you will find some of the best Asian island dishes . The Hainan island dish I like here is their Hainan Chicken because it's delicious and tender. From the island of Hong Kong there is the wet seafood scramble egg chow fun noodles which are my new favorite type of noodles. The juicy gravy from seafood noodles are wet and delectable. I also like the Singapore Noodles from the island of Singapore which has a tangy savory taste. I often order their delicious Beef Rendang which originates from the Island of Indonesia but this version here is Malaysian and it's yummy. I also recommend the Malaysian Mango Prawns here because they are tangy and tasty. The appetizer I usually order here is the Malaysian Roti which is crispy and comes with mild curry dipping sauce. There are lots of different Asian island foods to discover at Banana Island. Come to Banana Island where the food are from the island that are Asian so enjoy delicious food for any occasion Come for the Mango Prawns and grab a crispy and fluffy appetizer inside at the Banana Island Roti preparation station along with the sauce that is Malaysian read more

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3.5 stars! came here twice i think? both times with colleagues. solid place and food is not bad. it's good for quick lunch but wouldn't go out of my way to come here. i'd say the roti stands out to me tho. chewy dough and nice curry dip flavor IMO. read more

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As My Co Worker & I Decided To Have Lunch Yesterday Wednesday July 23,2025. Food was good specially the Roti As The Appetizer. The Service Was Fast & Efficient. The Ambiance Was Amazing. read more

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I was looking forward to eating here, but was disappointed by what I ordered. The atmosphere is fine (though the restaurant would be better without any windows). The service isn't great. The waiters just kind of stand by the walls. They take your order, but don't come back unless you call them, or until you're given the check. What disappointed me the most is I ordered a meal that didn't have meat (the cabbage mushroom soup). What I got was a cabbage mushroom soup that has shrimp and chicken. When I complained about it, they just said they don't know why it's not included in the menu description! They then said next time ask if it has meat. Those are two main ingredients! read more

Love their roti and curries. Food is flavorful and delicious. Decor is dated but reminds me of Malaysia.

There's a multi level parking lot conveniently located across from the restaurant. There were plenty of free parking spots. We came here on Christmas day for lunch and the restaurant was fully packed. Luckily, we made reservations. We were greeted and seated by a friendly waitress upon entering the restaurant. They have an extensive menu. We ordered the roti telur, pineapple fried rice, Malaysian Buddhist, half of Hainanese chicken, Singapore tofu, sarang chicken, and chow keuh teow. The roti telur was cold and it had no onion in there. It was a disappointing appetizer. The pineapple fried rice was too bland. The Malaysian Buddhist came with a mixed of fresh vegis. The Singapore tofu and chow keuh teow were ok. The Hainanese chicken was kind of on the salty side. The ginger and scallions sauce paired well with the chicken. The chicken sarang came in a fried taro nest and it was a pretty flavorful dish. Overall, the prices were fairly reasonable and they gave us generous portions. We'll be back to try their live seafood entrees and other fried noodles. read more

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I like this restaurant because it has a very chill family friendly ambiance. I have come with friends and with my brother, and I would definitely come back with other friends/family. Both times I have been here we didn't have to wait too long even though the restaurant was pretty packed. So I would recommend coming a little before peak dinner times -- so before 6pm. The food is pretty good as well. I've really liked their regular fried rice, pineapple fried rice, satay chicken, Malaysian pork chop, and fried banana ice cream. Their Thai iced tea is really good too. read more

Banana Island - Thai Near Me - Daly City, California

as a singaporean, I thought the food was very average. we got the 1. roti canai ($6.95): very thin and flaky, curry was a bit sweet 2. lobak ($13.95) 3. chicken satay ($14.95): probably my favorite one 4. beef rendang ($18.95): not spicy nor tender enough 5. hainanese chicken half ($19.95): kind of tough 6. string beans malaysian style ($16.95): probably my second favorite, shrimp paste was nicd 7. chow kueh teow ($15.95): suuuper bland, missing wok hei and just some salt 8. chicken broth rice ($3): pretty bland, did not really taste like chicken rice :") 9. fried banana with ice cream ($10.95) read more

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Welcome to the wonderful world of American Malaysian. Or if you will American Singaporean. (Singaporean is a branch of Malaysian cooking with the addition of a lot of Chinese dishes. Singapore was built in historical Malaya but had a super-heavy concentration of Chinese immigration.) American Malaysian/Singaporean is a thing. It is a good thing. And you can get it at Banana Island. * * * Assuming you can find Banana Island. Banana Island is one of the best hidden restaurants in the Bay Area. Banana Island is buried in an obscure outer building in the Westlake Shopping Mall in Daly City. Being in a shopping mall in Daly City puts it out of reach of Bay Area residents who use BART or MUNI to get places. It is nowhere near Caltrain. Either you own a car, you Uber, you bike, you walk or you learn the busses that serve Daly City. Getting to Westlake Shopping Center does not end your problems. Banana Island is BEHIND the building that houses Massage Envy and Tasty Pot. It is totally invisible from the street. You would never know it is there. It is also cut off from the rest of the mall by a gigantic parking structure that looms over Banana Island. Imagine a concrete whale trying to eat the whole restaurant. The only way you are going to get to Banana Island is to locate it in advance on Google maps and then follow the detailed instructions. And lots of people find their way Banana Island and eat there. People come there because the food is insanely good. * * * Now why do I call Banana Island American Malaysian (or American Singaporean) ? Much but not all of the food is adapted to American preferences. Those adaptations produce food that is pretty darn tasty. The two big adaptations. 1) Malaysian and Singaporean food - like Indian and Thai food - loves its spices and loves its curries. Sambal - spicy multi-flavored sauce - is the rule of the day. There are as many different sambals as there are Thai curries. Heat levels can range from no big deal to blowing your head off. There are many many mild and no-spice recipes in the Malaysian cookbook. Banana Island draws most of its recipes from the no-spice side of Malaysian cooking. Typical example - boiled seafood with noodles and vegetables. For comfort food, you can't beat the mild dishes. They are good for you. They make you feel good. Mommy is taking care of you. And real life Singaporeans eat a ton of these things. They also have a set of quite yummy mild sambal dishes. Look for any of the main dishes that feature shrimp paste in the sauce. Shrimp paste is to Malaysian/Singaporean cooking what butter and cream are to French cooking. Anything with shrimp paste in it is just good. If you want something from the fiery side of Malaysian cooking - check out the small number of dishes that are called ________ Malaysian. (Beef Malaysian, Fish Malaysian etc.) This will get you a medium heat sambal on your food. It will also get you something that is just wonderful. 2) Singaporean cuisine uses a ton of pig organs. Malaysian cuisine proper uses no pig organs but does use a lot of beef organs and chicken organs. (Remember, Muslims can't eat pork. Singapore is religiously diverse.) There are few pleasures greater than a Singaporean bowl of pig organ soup. Malaysian chicken liver or beef liver in sambal is food for the gods. Americans don't like organ meats. So organ meats don't show up on the Banana Island menu. * * * If you want all of the exotic taste delights of the Malay Peninsula. You will just have to buy a ticket to Kuala Lumpur and Singapore. If you want to save plane fare, you can just go to Singapore and take a 20 minute bus ride across the bridge to Johor Bahru on the Malaysian side. Going to Banana Island is a hell of a lot easier. Sure you are going to be eating mostly mild dishes ... But those mild dishes are so darned good !!!! If you absolutely positively needed a flaming hot bowl of tripe in sambal, you could probably talk to Banana Island's management in advance. I have little doubt that they could fix that up for you. That final product would probably be fantastic. read more

Service was great! Ambiance is great. The two items we ordered were delicious. Just need more vegan options! Need more options to choose from to keep coming back. read more

This place is a family favorite, but it's a bit hard to find. The front entrance is located in an alley facing a huge parking structure. We recently came here to celebrate Mother's Day with a party of 20. To make things simple, we decided to order the set menu ($428 per table). There was so much food, and it was all very tasty. The Roti is a must-have. It's the thinnest, flakiest, roti ever. Here's what the set menu comes with: + Roti canal (3) - the lightest, flakiest roti with a curry dipping sauce. + Satay chicken - good, typical, comes with curry as well. I wish the curry was more peanut-buttery. + Shrimp puff - ground shrimp ball was delicious and wrapped in bacon. + Green papaya salad - crisp and refreshing + Sizzling beef - good, typical, comes with bell peppers and onions + Kang Kung Balecan (ong choy) - kinda reminds me of spinach and celery. Was just ok. + Coconut jumbo prawn - juicy large prawns with lots of coconut flakes. Yummy. + Curry crab (2) - the curry was to-die-for. The crab was good, but not as meaty as other places + Steamed fish with Nyonya sauce - this is a whole fish with head and all. Pretty good. Sauce was tomato-y. + Pineapple fried rice - this was pretty good with pineapple, shrimp, mushrooms, and some meat (chicken?) Could use more pineapple. + Steamed rice - they didn't bring this out till the end. Many dishes were saucy and could use some rice. + Fried banana & ice cream - bananas were nicely crispy outside, and goes perfectly with vanilla ice cream. Overall, a huge meal enjoyed by all. read more

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Makes me feel like home Balachan is amazing tho. Can be spicier . No mee Siam so sad Can't wait to go back read more

Still the best place to eat tasty food. Roti Canai is our go to appetizer. We didn't had the chance to take pictures of our food because we were so excited to dig in. read more

There aren't a lot of Malaysian and Singaporean food in the Bay Area so if you are in the mood, Banana Island is certainly a viable option. Roti Canal - this version of the Indian flatbread is much thinner than what I've eaten in the past. The mild coconut curry that accompanies it as dipping sauce is fairly bland. It's a very popular dish here but I would rate it 3/5. Satay Chicken - the Satay Chicken is a good portion size and tastes good. It's not as tender as the ones I've had in Singapore but not bad. The peanut dipping sauce has good texture and balance of flavor. 4/5 Volcano Spareribs - these are deep fried spareribs mixed with a sweet and savory sauce, a little similar to Peking spareribs. The portion size is huge and I would say this is a good value but nothing really pops. While it comes with a sizing plate and aluminum foil, the ribs were not really sizzling hot. You can find an elevated version of this dish at New Jumbo Restaurant by ordering the House Special Spareribs with BBQ Sauce. 3/5 Chow Kueh Teow - having recently come back from Malaysia, I've had the local version of this dish. The Chow Kueh Teow here does have "Wok Air" as Chinese call it but is not the same as what you can find in Malaysia which the Work is cooked over Charcoal. Here at Banana Island, it's a little more "wet". I would have preferred it to be dryer. I also think it needs a little more egg compared to the noodles. It also comes with a standard portion of shrimp and squid. The shrimp has a nice crunch to it. Finally, the portion is rather small for $15.95. 4/5 Lady Finger Belacan - there aren't a lot of stir fry okra dishes so this is a unique dish to try. The Malaysian shrimp paste is really mild and I don't think it's spicy at all. The okra as a slight crunch to it but not as much as "work air" as the Chow Kueh Teow dish above. 4/5 Overall, the restaurant is fairly large and clean and is nicely decorated. The service is average to above average. I do like the atmosphere and vibe of this restaurant and does give you a feel for being in Malaysia/Singapore. 4/5 read more

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