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Bayleaf

Indian · Oakland

4.4 · 101 reviews Google
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About Bayleaf

Bayleaf is a Indian restaurant in Oakland, CA. Rated 4.4 out of 5 by guests. Discover the menu, photos, and reviews.

What Customers Say About Bayleaf

Bayleaf is a popular dive bar known for its friendly bartenders (Brian and Ron are often mentioned), reasonable prices, and welcoming atmosphere. It's a neighborhood spot with a good jukebox and pool table. Some reviewers mention potential safety and discrimination concerns.

Best For

Locals Casual Late Night Solo Dining Groups

Tip: The bar doesn't accept credit cards, so bring cash. Also, be aware of your surroundings and potential safety concerns mentioned in some reviews.

Features

🅿️ Parking 🚗 Delivery Accessible 🍽️ Lunch 🌙 Dinner 🥗 Vegetarian 🌱 Vegan
🎯 Casual 👥 Groups

What to see nearby

Splash Pad Park
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Brooklyn Presbyterian Church
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Kehilla Community Synagogue
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Lake Merritt Wildlife Sanctuary
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Explore the area around Bayleaf

Bayleaf is located in Oakland, surrounded by cultural and historical points of interest. Here are some of the most notable places nearby.

Historical Heritage

  • Brooklyn Presbyterian Church (A 787m) — historic place in Oakland, California Lugar inscrito en el Registro Nacional de Lugares Históricos

Religious Buildings

  • Kehilla Community Synagogue (A 893m) — synagogue in Oakland, California

Parks & Gardens

  • Splash Pad Park (A 219m) — park in California, United States of America, United States of America
  • Mandana Plaza (A 463m) — park in the United States of America
  • Morcom Rose Garden (A 898m) — park in California, United States of America
  • Lake Merritt Wildlife Sanctuary (A 966m) — wildlife sanctuary in Oakland, California

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Frequently asked questions about Bayleaf

Bayleaf is located at 3268 Grand Ave, Oakland, CA 94610, Oakland.
Near Bayleaf you can find points of interest such as Splash Pad Park, Mandana Plaza, Brooklyn Presbyterian Church, Kehilla Community Synagogue.
Bayleaf offers indian cuisine.
Bayleaf has regular opening hours. Check their profile for updated schedules.
Bayleaf offers the following services: dine-in, takeaway, delivery.
Bayleaf is ideal for locals, casual dining, late night, solo dining, groups.
Bayleaf is a popular dive bar known for its friendly bartenders (Brian and Ron are often mentioned), reasonable prices, and welcoming atmosphere. It's a neighborhood spot with a good jukebox and pool table. Some reviewers mention potential safety and discrimination concerns.
The bar doesn't accept credit cards, so bring cash. Also, be aware of your surroundings and potential safety concerns mentioned in some reviews.
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Bayleaf Oakland Reviews

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Reviews (40)
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Alexandria

I love this dive. I go on the same day every week. Bartender has a good memory, often knows what I wanna order. Love the horror art. The paintings are truly gorgeous, I covet the Pennywise one.

Alexandria Maisoka
Alexandria Maisoka

I love this dive. I go on the same day every week. Bartender has a good memory, often knows what I wanna order. Love the horror art. The paintings are truly gorgeous, I covet the Pennywise one.

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Veronica Chantel (VC)

My cousin and I were on our way to another bar that wasn't open yet so we came here to only get 1 drink which then turned into 5. The atmosphere was great and so were the people there.

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caitlin spaan

A classic neighborhood bar that's still really welcoming to non-regulars. They even tuned in our game for us upon request on one of their 4 TVs.

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Ashley

This place was such a vibe!!! AG made sure we were taken care of the entire time. The bartender was highly knowledgeable and made a superb old fashion. The prices were also very reasonable.

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Deshonique Jefferson

That's my favorite bar and mostly the only bar I go to...I have been going there consistently for 3 years and I love the bartenders. They always treat me like family. Brian and Ron are the best!@

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Jim Riley

A very nice dive bar. No beer on tap, but that's okay. The prices are great for the area. It's noon somewhere 😂

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Chelsea Nichols

Bartender’s are great. Love this place, but last time I went in, back near the pool table smelled like poop. I think their septic system might’ve been backing up?

caitlin spaan
caitlin spaan

A classic neighborhood bar that's still really welcoming to non-regulars. They even tuned in our game for us upon request on one of their 4 TVs.

Ashley
Ashley

This place was such a vibe!!! AG made sure we were taken care of the entire time. The bartender was highly knowledgeable and made a superb old fashion. The prices were also very reasonable.

Jim Riley
Jim Riley

A very nice dive bar. No beer on tap, but that's okay. The prices are great for the area. It's noon somewhere 😂

Deshonique Jefferson
Deshonique Jefferson

That's my favorite bar and mostly the only bar I go to...I have been going there consistently for 3 years and I love the bartenders. They always treat me like family. Brian and Ron are the best!@

Veronica Chantel (VC)
Veronica Chantel (VC)

My cousin and I were on our way to another bar that wasn't open yet so we came here to only get 1 drink which then turned into 5. The atmosphere was great and so were the people there.

Chelsea Nichols
Chelsea Nichols

Bartender’s are great. Love this place, but last time I went in, back near the pool table smelled like poop. I think their septic system might’ve been backing up?

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Karl E

Been going to Smitty's for over 25 yrs. Love this place! Great people, great drinks, and fair prices. They just got a new pool table for the shooters out there, too.

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Auintard Henderson

If you're looking for your neighborhood bar this is it Usual Suspects along with entertaining atmosphere no credit cards accepted but the drinks are moderately to to $3 less than everywhere else

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Ben Drab

Well drinks are ok it's just what a dive bar should be. Local crowd where lotta people know each other and alotta people don't. So that makes for a friendly bar

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Dayvid Jones

I'm only giving this bar four stars because it doesn't have the same grit and dive bar feel after the remodel and reopening. And that may not be fair, because it's a great bar. And it's great that it's open again. I love the place

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shane ferris

Great place to sit and have a drink, good jukebox, pool table and friendly staff. You can request sports on one of the three flatscreen TVs. I've been going there for years and new owner seems pretty cool and actually lowered the prices on a few things, go figure.

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Daire Lyne

Good spot, worth a visit if you're in the area, quiet during the day, I've never been at night to comment but I can only imagine it gets a good crowd. Staff are nice drinks are good and toilets are so so..

Dayvid Jones
Dayvid Jones

I'm only giving this bar four stars because it doesn't have the same grit and dive bar feel after the remodel and reopening. And that may not be fair, because it's a great bar. And it's great that it's open again. I love the place

Daire Lyne
Daire Lyne

Good spot, worth a visit if you're in the area, quiet during the day, I've never been at night to comment but I can only imagine it gets a good crowd. Staff are nice drinks are good and toilets are so so..

Ben Drab
Ben Drab

Well drinks are ok it's just what a dive bar should be. Local crowd where lotta people know each other and alotta people don't. So that makes for a friendly bar

shane ferris
shane ferris

Great place to sit and have a drink, good jukebox, pool table and friendly staff. You can request sports on one of the three flatscreen TVs. I've been going there for years and new owner seems pretty cool and actually lowered the prices on a few things, go figure.

Auintard Henderson
Auintard Henderson

If you're looking for your neighborhood bar this is it Usual Suspects along with entertaining atmosphere no credit cards accepted but the drinks are moderately to to $3 less than everywhere else

Karl E
Karl E

Been going to Smitty's for over 25 yrs. Love this place! Great people, great drinks, and fair prices. They just got a new pool table for the shooters out there, too.

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Mario Maciel

Seems decent enough. The lighting was a little bright for my taste in a bar but that was it. Juke box and pool table gets a plus. The server was nice.

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Nyome Cox

Great location good customer service. Drinks for reasonably priced. Id return to this location if I'm in the area to have a quick drink or two people watch.

Nyome Cox
Nyome Cox

Great location good customer service. Drinks for reasonably priced. Id return to this location if I'm in the area to have a quick drink or two people watch.

Mario Maciel
Mario Maciel

Seems decent enough. The lighting was a little bright for my taste in a bar but that was it. Juke box and pool table gets a plus. The server was nice.

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Aziz Fersi

It's disheartening to share a negative experience, as discrimination based on religion goes against the principles of inclusivity. Unfortunately, I encountered a situation where, as a Muslim, I felt unwelcome in a bar and was asked to leave simply because I don't drink alcohol. It's disappointing to face such prejudices in a place that should be open to everyone.

Aziz Fersi
Aziz Fersi

It's disheartening to share a negative experience, as discrimination based on religion goes against the principles of inclusivity. Unfortunately, I encountered a situation where, as a Muslim, I felt unwelcome in a bar and was asked to leave simply because I don't drink alcohol. It's disappointing to face such prejudices in a place that should be open to everyone.

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S S

Beware!!! There are HIDDEN CAMERAS in the women's restroom. Yes, it was reported to law enforcement. Stopped in after having dinner at Penrose, we won't be back! Drug deals happening right in front of us😲😟 Bewarey of this place, drug infested dive bar🤯☠🤯 but what dive bar isn't?

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Caleb Matthews

Racist. I'm deeply disappointed by what happened here. I came in, ordered tequila, 2 ciders, paid for it, and closed my tab. I then stepped just outside to sit down finish the last bit of one of the ciders - something I've seen people do countless times in my life all around this city and the world. A few minutes later, when I tried to return to toss it in the trash, I was told by the same white bartender who served me that I had STOLEN the drink and was now banned from the bar. Let me be clear: I paid for the drink. I was calm and respectful. There was no reason to escalate the situation, and certainly no reason to accuse me of theft. The fact that I, a Black man, was immediately assumed to be stealing despite doing nothing wrong speaks volumes. To make matters worse, I was on the phone at the time with someone who overheard the entire exchange--and even they commented on how much disrespect and contempt was in her voice when she said it. That kind of condescension and accusatory tone was just unprofessional. Instead of a simple heads-up about a policy (which, by the way, was never made clear), I was criminalized. Loudly. Publicly in front of someone else. Without hesitation. It was humiliating, infuriating, and heartbreaking to experience this in a city I've called home for 30 years. To those who run this bar: If your staff can't enforce rules without racial assumptions or power trips, the problem isn't the policy--it's the people. I won't be back. Update: The owner’s public response below falsely accuses me of lying, which only proves my point about their hostility and lack of professionalism.

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youssef jenhani

People be aware of this bar worst experience ever the manager is islam phobic and racist not only that there is HIDDEN CAMERAS in the women’s bathroom. he kept insisting that i order a drink while i was with a group of 5 all ordered drinks except me because I’m Muslim and currently fasting at that time (ramadhan) even though i paid for the pool table he took the balls away and kicked me off threw at me 2 dollars when i told him i paid for the pool as an act of contempt ,such a disgusting human being and establishment.

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Zane Price

Food: Average taste, expensive price Atmosphere: 90% of people were there for warriors game, refused to put on game sound over ther Latin (lol) music Sexist: 1 Female bathroom. 1 All-Gender bathroom. 0 Mens room. By definition, that's sexist. Apparently they don't agree with equality. Wouldn't return.

Caleb Matthews
Caleb Matthews

Racist. I'm deeply disappointed by what happened here. I came in, ordered tequila, 2 ciders, paid for it, and closed my tab. I then stepped just outside to sit down finish the last bit of one of the ciders - something I've seen people do countless times in my life all around this city and the world. A few minutes later, when I tried to return to toss it in the trash, I was told by the same white bartender who served me that I had STOLEN the drink and was now banned from the bar. Let me be clear: I paid for the drink. I was calm and respectful. There was no reason to escalate the situation, and certainly no reason to accuse me of theft. The fact that I, a Black man, was immediately assumed to be stealing despite doing nothing wrong speaks volumes. To make matters worse, I was on the phone at the time with someone who overheard the entire exchange--and even they commented on how much disrespect and contempt was in her voice when she said it. That kind of condescension and accusatory tone was just unprofessional. Instead of a simple heads-up about a policy (which, by the way, was never made clear), I was criminalized. Loudly. Publicly in front of someone else. Without hesitation. It was humiliating, infuriating, and heartbreaking to experience this in a city I've called home for 30 years. To those who run this bar: If your staff can't enforce rules without racial assumptions or power trips, the problem isn't the policy--it's the people. I won't be back. Update: The owner’s public response below falsely accuses me of lying, which only proves my point about their hostility and lack of professionalism.

youssef jenhani
youssef jenhani

People be aware of this bar worst experience ever the manager is islam phobic and racist not only that there is HIDDEN CAMERAS in the women’s bathroom. he kept insisting that i order a drink while i was with a group of 5 all ordered drinks except me because I’m Muslim and currently fasting at that time (ramadhan) even though i paid for the pool table he took the balls away and kicked me off threw at me 2 dollars when i told him i paid for the pool as an act of contempt ,such a disgusting human being and establishment.

Zane Price
Zane Price

Food: Average taste, expensive price Atmosphere: 90% of people were there for warriors game, refused to put on game sound over ther Latin (lol) music Sexist: 1 Female bathroom. 1 All-Gender bathroom. 0 Mens room. By definition, that's sexist. Apparently they don't agree with equality. Wouldn't return.

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S S

Beware!!! There are HIDDEN CAMERAS in the women's restroom. Yes, it was reported to law enforcement. Stopped in after having dinner at Penrose, we won't be back! Drug deals happening right in front of us😲😟 Bewarey of this place, drug infested dive bar🤯☠🤯 but what dive bar isn't?

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Good Rating
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Moderate Price
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indian
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🍽️ Lunch
🍾 Dinner
🍰 Desserts
🥗 Vegetarian Options
🌱 Vegan Options
🥡 Takeout
🚚 Delivery
🍴 Dine-in

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🍽️ Dine In
🥡 Takeout
🚚 Delivery

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🕐 Hours Today
10AM-9:30PM
Rating
4.4/5
💬 Reviews
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💰 Price Level
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📞 Phone
+1 510-844-4854
🌐 Website
www.bayleafcuisine.com
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Wheelchair Accessible
🚻 Restroom
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The Neighborhood

Splash Pad Park

park in California, United States of America, United States of America

A 219m
Mandana Plaza

park in the United States of America

A 463m
Brooklyn Presbyterian Church Heritage

historic place in Oakland, California

A 787m
Kehilla Community Synagogue

synagogue in Oakland, California

A 893m
Morcom Rose Garden

park in California, United States of America

A 898m
Lake Merritt Wildlife Sanctuary

wildlife sanctuary in Oakland, California

A 966m
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