Only the second time ever I’ve been to Bay Leaf, and I regret that. I wish it weren’t so far out of my path (also not a fan of Sherwood Forest Blvd) and I will have to make an effort to visit more often. The first time I went was a few years back and I got the grilled combo which was delicious. I don’t remember everything that was on the plate, but I have fond memories of being there with friends and putting up with them giving me a hard time for going so heavy on the meat at an Indian restaurant. Can’t say I’ve changed that much. The baked chicken on the buffet was outstanding, not at all dry. The fresh naan bread that comes to every table as soon as you return from the buffet is a plus as well. And I can’t go Indian without seeking out the onion pakora, onion and vegetable fritters. These were crisp and wonderful. I scooped up a taste of the butter chicken, the curry chicken, and the lamb masala as well and topped them with saffron basmati. These flavors are so different from my everyday that I always delight in them, especially when the meat is perfectly stewed and not overwhelmed but complimented by the sauce. I’m really ready to go back.
