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Smiling Banana Leaf

Thai Restaurant and Asian Restaurant$$$$

Highland Park, Pittsburgh

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Smiling Banana Leaf

8.6^/10

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Ranked #8 for Thai restaurants in Pittsburgh
"Did someone say BYOB!!! Oh yea.."(4 Tips)
"Pad Thai with shrimp and red curry with roasted duck!! Soooo good!"(7 Tips)
"Red curry was great, awesome service and cozy ambience."(3 Tips)
"Massaman curry is flavorful and delicious."(2 Tips)

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37 Tips and reviews

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good for dates
curry
iced coffee
casual
BYOB
spicy food
pineapple fried rice
great value
Tom Yum soup
comfortable
fried bananas
trendy
good service
chicken
beef
cashews
fresh rolls
peanut sauce
takeout
dinner
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Ian KowalSeptember 18, 2016
i really like it! the decor isn't that great and there aren't many tables, but it's all worth it for the food! everything has a spice selection. pad see ew and tofu paradise are my favorites.
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terelle smithMarch 30, 2017
the place is friendly and the food is delicious. i love the atmosphere. their drinks are delicious. me and the family try to come at least twice a month. they have the best thai iced coffee
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Nando BosshartOctober 11, 2015
Although we made a reservation we had to wait almost an hour to get a table. The food is delicious and tasteful. They have a scale from 1-10 for the spicyness - enjoy it :)
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Charlotte TerrySeptember 1, 2012
Chicken with cashew was delicious! Had it 7/10 on the spicy scale; it was perfect for my sinuses! They are great at making sure your water is filled at all times, too!
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Chad WarrenAugust 10, 2012
Try the Pineapple Curry and save room for the fried banana ice cream!!! The staff is always so friendly and attentive.
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RashadJune 30, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Lovely spot to have some of the best Thai food in the The burgh very good customer service clean place also its a hidden gem
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CheapismJune 1, 2011
Spicy food served up with lots of flavor. The red curry or the pad thai are great choices. This restaurant is intimate, comfortable with great service. Read more
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Stanley ZhangAugust 31, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Pad Thai with shrimp and red curry with roasted duck!! Soooo good!
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ZackMay 14, 2019
Authentic and amazing food selection. I always am happy to come back
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MaxFebruary 2, 2014
Massaman curry is flavorful and delicious. Got is 7/10 and it was absolutely perfect.
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Amol KJune 19, 2016
7 is a pretty spicy level. Pad Thai and Pineapple Curry are good. BYOB.
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Colleen ManganelloMarch 24, 2012
If you plan on eating outside, make sure it is after 7:30pm. The buses are less frequent. The service is great and the food wonderful.
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Nat EliasonSeptember 3, 2014
Cozy restaurant, definitely get the chicken satay, their peanut sauce is excellent
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ThomasMarch 5, 2014
This place seats ~20 people so call ahead for reservations or takeout.
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marielle perezJuly 23, 2012
Fresh rolls are so good! And the pad thai is yummy:) I can't wait to try the curries!
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Akshay GNovember 22, 2015
Red curry was great, awesome service and cozy ambience.
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Zara KhanOctober 24, 2014
Try the pad Thai! Cozy little place on a very empty street.
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Gary TurnerNovember 29, 2016
Did someone say BYOB!!! Oh yea.. This is the spot.
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Olivia GruAugust 1, 2015
Forget what anyone says. The massaman curry is the best.
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Omer ZachSeptember 24, 2012
Start with a Tom Yum Soup. As spicy as you can handle.
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Melis HaghgouiMay 15, 2014
Spicy level 7 is really hot, not even close to other Thai places in Pittsburgh
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HackDogZoeJune 15, 2011
Cashew with shrimp and beef keeps me coming back. Try the mango with glutinous rice for dessert.
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Serendipity JonesAugust 16, 2010
Pumpkin curry was amazing. Tiny place with only 5 or 6 tables...call ahead to reserve a seat. Byob!
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Jeff R.September 5, 2012
Basil & Eggplant. Heat level 8 or 9. Just trust me.
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Byron FruitMarch 5, 2016
The pad Thai is great
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Meghna RaghunathanSeptember 15, 2013
The coke is extra cold here. It's fantastic.
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Cassandra ShihJanuary 15, 2013
The Thai iced coffee is a must try.
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Ben & AmyOctober 15, 2015
The place is BYOB
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CynthiaFebruary 10, 2010
The spicy noodles with chicken are delicious and great to warm up with on a cold winter day
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Ben & AmyOctober 15, 2015
Curried, shrimp fried rice
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Edward TrdinaMarch 29, 2014
Ate here this week. Does not accept American Express.
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Chris MahoneyMarch 9, 2014
Great food!
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Cassie WallaceAugust 26, 2011
The stir fries are better than the curry.
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Gabriel ColbyApril 15, 2013
Great curry.
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Stuart AdlerMay 11, 2016
Average fair Thai food. Nothing imaginary but solid classics.
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KPApril 11, 2011
Beef Cashew, level 7, so yummy!
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zak lantzJanuary 22, 2010
try the pad Thai or pineapple fried rice !! divine :)
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