Bay Leaf Indian and Himalayan Cuisine in Oakland, CA

4.3(115)$20–30Oakland, CA
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Good value

Rated 4.3 stars based on 115 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Families
  • Large groups
  • Budget dining
  • Quick meals

Not ideal for

  • Quiet atmosphere

At a glance

Oakland, CA • Price $20–30 • 4.3★
Bay Leaf Indian and Himalayan Cuisine is an Indian buffet located in Oakland, California's Adams Point neighborhood. This establishment has a 4.3-star rating from 115 reviews. Bay Leaf Indian and Himalayan Cuisine offers dine-in, takeout, and delivery services. The price range is between $20 and $30. Visitors can find hours, website, and phone information for this restaurant. This buffet provides a dining option for those in the Oakland area seeking Indian and Himalayan food.

Good to know

  • Bay Leaf Indian and Himalayan Cuisine has a listed address in Oakland, CA, so visitors can confirm the exact location before going.
  • The page includes a 4.3-star rating from 115 reviews.
  • Website and phone details are available for checking current menu, hours, or availability.
  • Service details include takeout, delivery.
This family-friendly Indian buffet welcomes diners of all ages. As a budget-friendly option, this buffet offers affordable dining.
Address
3268 Grand Ave, Oakland, CA 94610, Adams Point, Oakland, CA
Phone
(510) 844-4854
Today
10 AM–9:30 PM
Price
$20–30
Rating
4.3 (115 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

👥Friendly service

Attentive and helpful staff

✨Fresh, quality food

Multiple reviewers mention the freshness

📋Huge selection

Lots of options to choose from

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Before you go

🚚Delivery available

Delivery service offered

🍽️Dine-in available

Eat in the restaurant

🥡Takeout available

Order to go

Not the Fastest

Score 37/100 · 3 positive signals
Quick bite score37/100
Speed signals
10/30
Grab-and-go
0/25
Budget-friendly
12/20
Time commitment
15/15
Convenience
0/10

What works

  • Fast service
  • Budget-friendly pricing
  • Moderate pricing

Keep in mind

  • No takeout option

Scored from service speed, takeout options, pricing, meal format, and lunch availability.

Early Evening Only 🌇

Score 25/100 · 1 positive signal
Full night out score25/100
Late-night hours
0/30
Drinks on premises
0/20
Nightlife nearby
25/25
Entertainment
0/15
Weekend potential
0/10

What works

  • 5+ bars and nightlife venues within walking distance

Keep in mind

  • No alcohol — you'll need to go elsewhere for drinks

Scored from closing hours, on-premises drinks, nearby nightlife, entertainment, and weekend hours.

Trusted Rating

⚖️ 4.3 weighted · 115 reviews
4.3weighted · raw 4.3 from 115 reviews
Needs More Reviews
Review volume vs. city median115 / 224 median
01,120 (Rock Solid threshold)
Rating spread on Yelp
5★
4★
3★
2★
1★

Relative share of Yelp ratings by star — bar length shows how ratings skew, not exact counts.

The trusted rating blends this place’s raw score (4.3) with the city average (4.27) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 1120+ reviews carry their rating at nearly full weight.

Photos

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Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

7 days
friday
10 AM–9:30 PM
monday
10 AM–9:30 PM
saturday
10 AM–9:30 PM
sunday
10 AM–9:30 PM
thursday
10 AM–9:30 PM
tuesday
10 AM–9:30 PM
wednesday
10 AM–9:30 PM

Pricing

Price range $20–30
Price range$20–30

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Accessibility

Wheelchair, parking, and more
 Wheelchair accessible entrance Wheelchair accessible seating

Amenities

Available facilities and features
Limited vegetarian optionsWheelchair accessibleAccessible parking near entranceADA-compliant main entranceADA-compliant restroomQR code menus available

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
 CasualGood for groups

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
DeliveryDine_inTakeoutReservationsOutdoor SeatingCatering

Takeout service is available. Delivery service is offered.

Payment Methods

Accepted payment types
 Credit cards Debit cards N F C mobile payments

Highlights

Special features
 Fast service

Planning

Reservations and groups
 Accepts reservations

Popular Dishes

16 dishes reviewers mention most
  • Chicken Tikka Masala$16.9910 mentions
  • Butter Chicken$16.996 mentions
  • Coconut Rice$6.955 mentions
  • Tandoori Chicken$15.955 mentions
  • Saag Paneer$15.994 mentions
  • Paneer Tikka Masala$15.994 mentions
  • Chicken Steam Momo$14.993 mentions
  • Chana Masala$14.992 mentions
  • Daal Makhani$15.992 mentions
  • Basmati Rice$3.952 mentions
  • Aloo Gobi$15.991 mention
  • Badami Chicken$16.991 mention
  • Bayleaf Chicken$13.951 mention
  • Goat Curry$17.951 mention
  • Onion Kulcha$4.951 mention
  • Tandoori Salmon$19.951 mention

Dishes most frequently mentioned in Yelp reviews.

Reviews

115 reviews

Reviews

Customer reviews available

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

What is the rating of Bay Leaf Indian and Himalayan Cuisine?

Bay Leaf Indian and Himalayan Cuisine has a 4.3-star rating based on 115 customer reviews.

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A vibrant food district with diverse eateries, cafes, and cultural landmarks.

A vibrant food district with diverse eateries, cafes, and cultural landmarks.

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Miscellaneous Services
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Healthcare & Medical
10
Travel & Tourism
5
Transportation & Automotive
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Gallerys

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Gallery

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Place Of Worships

Kehilla Community Synagogue

Place Of Worship

~0.6 mi

Post Offices

Grand Lake Station Oakland Post Office

Post Office

490

~0.1 miMo-Fr 08:30-17:00; Sa 08:30-14:00
The UPS Store

Post Office

360 Grand Avenue

~0.5 miMo-Fr 08:00-18:00; Sa 08:00-16:00; Su 10:00-15:00
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Banks

Bank of America

Bank

~0.1 mi
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Chase

Bank

~0.2 miMo-Fr 09:00-17:00; Sa-Su closed
+1 510-238-4261Website
Wells Fargo

Bank

3348

~0.2 mi

Bars

Melo Melo Kava Bar

Bar

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The Alley

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~250 ftMo-Su 18:00-02:00
Ordinaire Wine Shop & Wine Bar

Bar

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~420 ftSu-Th 12:00-21:00; Fr-Sa 12:00-22:00; Tu[1] off; May 1 off; Jul 4 11:00-16:00; Dec 24 10:00-18:00; Dec 25 off; Dec 31 12:00-20:00; Jan 1 off; Jan 2 off
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The Cat House

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Bar Skula

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Room 389

Bar

389 Grand Avenue

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Bay Grape

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~0.5 mi
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Clio’s Bookshop

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~0.6 miSa,Su 11:00-23:00; Mo-Fr 16:00-23:00

Restaurants

Bayleaf

Restaurant

~45 ft
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Restaurant

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~59 ftMo-Sa 17:00-21:30; Su Off
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Qi Dumpling Lounge

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Almond & Oak

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3311 Grand Avenue

~226 ftTu-Sa 17:00-21:00; Sa, Su 10:00-14:00
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Neecha Thai

Restaurant

~243 ft
Hunan Village Restaurant

Restaurant

~266 ft
Yang Chow Restaurant

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Samurai Sushi Boat

Restaurant

3336 Grand Avenue

~313 ftTu-Su 11:30-21:00
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Pubs

Aisle5

Pub

3320 Grand Avenue

~220 ftMo-We 17:00-22:00; Th 12:00-22:00; Fr, Sa 12:00-00:00; Su 11:00-22:00
+1-510-879-7053Website
Smitty's

Pub

~327 ft

Cafes

The Mix

Cafe

3340 Grand Avenue

~345 ft
Modigliani Cafe

Cafe

~374 ft
Lynn & Lu's Cafe

Cafe

3353

~401 ftMo-Fr 08:30-13:30; Sa, Su 08:30-14:30; Th-Sa 17:00-20:30; Su 17:00-20:00
The Coffee Mill

Cafe

~439 ft
Peet's Coffee

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3258

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Philz Coffee

Cafe

3347 Lakeshore Avenue

~0.2 mi
Merritt Station Cafe

Cafe

614 Grand Avenue

~0.2 mi
Main Squeeze

Cafe

3435

~0.2 mi

Fast Foods

Domino's

Fast Food

3360 Grand Avenue

~447 ftMo-Th 10:30-24:00; Fr-Sa 10:30-01:00; Su 10:30-24:00
+1 510-839-1952Website
Vegan Mob

Fast Food

500

~0.1 mi
Wingstop

Fast Food

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~0.1 mi
+1 510-763-9464
Chipotle

Fast Food

3271 Lakeshore Avenue

~0.2 mi
+1 510-788-6900Website
Noah's Bagels Lakeshore

Fast Food

~0.2 mi
Colonial Donuts

Fast Food

~0.2 mi

Ice Creams

Gelato Firenze

Ice Cream

~527 ft11:00-18:00
+1 5104149997

Bakerys

Arizmendi Bakery

Bakery

3265 Lakeshore Avenue

~0.2 miTu, Th-Su 08:00-20:00
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Bakery

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Doctors

Oakland Optometry

Doctors

~269 ft
Eye Care for You

Doctors

~331 ft

Veterinarys

Grand Lake Veterinary Hospital

Veterinary

3331

~286 ftMo-Fr 08:00-18:00; Sa 09:00-15:00
East Bay Veterinary Clinic

Veterinary

568 Grand Avenue

~0.3 miSu 10:00-17:00; Mo 08:00-19:00; Tu 09:00-19:00; We 09:00-19:00; Th 08:00-19:00; Fr 08:00-19:00; Sa 10:00-17:00
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Dentists

Lakeshore Family Dentistry

Dentist

~0.2 mi
+1-510-444-4331
Total Health Dental Care

Dentist

~0.4 mi
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Alameda Pediatric Dentistry

Dentist

~0.5 mi

Pharmacys

Walgreens

Pharmacy

~0.2 mi
+1-510-271-0843
Safeway

Pharmacy

~0.3 mi

Clinics

Carbon Health

Clinic

~0.4 mi

Charging Stations

ChargePoint

Charging Station

~142 ft

Beautys

Beauty Supplies

Beauty

~155 ft
Center Stage Salon

Beauty

~0.2 mi
Izek Day Spa Salon

Beauty

~0.2 mi
European Wax Center

Beauty

~0.2 mi
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Hairdressers

Classic Cuts

Hairdresser

~231 ft
Karen's Salon

Hairdresser

~364 ft
Point of View Salon

Hairdresser

~502 ft
Slick and Dapper

Hairdresser

3619 Grand Avenue

~0.2 mi
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Allure Salon Oakland

Hairdresser

~0.3 mi
33 Station Barbershop

Hairdresser

~0.4 miTu-Sa 10:00-18:00
Mio Spa & Salon

Hairdresser

387 Grand Avenue

~0.5 mi

Public Bookcases

Little Free Library

Public Bookcase

~0.5 mi

Fitness Centres

NAMASTE Yoga & Wellness

Fitness Centre

~0.2 mi
Fitness SF

Fitness Centre

600 Grand Avenue

~0.3 mi

Clothes

ReLove

Clothes

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T-Shirt Print and Embriodery

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True Oakland

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~0.2 mi
Gap

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Margene's Bridal

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Alcohols

Alkali Rye

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3256

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Grand Lake Market and Liquor

Alcohol

~282 ft
Buckingham Wine & Spirits

Alcohol

~0.2 mi
Grand Piedmont Liquors

Alcohol

~0.4 mi
Grand Express

Alcohol

363 Grand Avenue

~0.5 mi
Lake Merritt Super

Alcohol

364 Grand Avenue

~0.6 mi

Dry Cleanings

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~98 ft
Davis Cleaners

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~215 ft
Brite Cleaners

Dry Cleaning

~381 ft
Sherman Cleaners

Dry Cleaning

3249

~0.2 mi
+1-510-444-7330
Young's 1 Hour Dry Cleaners

Dry Cleaning

600 Grand Avenue

~0.3 miMo-Fr 07:00-18:30; Sa 07:30-17:00

Furnitures

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Furniture

~111 ft
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Urban Furniture

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~187 ft

Electronics

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~119 ft
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Nails

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~167 ft
The Nail Shop

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~249 ft

Books

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~183 ftSu-Th 10:00-21:00; Fr-Sa 10:00-22:00
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Florists

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Computers

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~302 ftMo-Fr 11:00-18:00
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Mobil

Fuel

~0.1 mi
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Fuel

~0.2 mi24/7
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