Banana Leaf

Banana Leaf on Albert Drive was for years one of the South Side's most admired South Indian restaurants, achieving a TripAdvisor rating of 4.3 out of 5 and a ranking among Glasgow's top 500 restaurants — a remarkable position for an Albert Drive takeaway that had to compete with the entire city for recognition. The kitchen specialised in genuine South Indian preparations: dosas, idli, sambar and the rice-based dishes that mark out the Southern tradition from the North Indian curry-house format that dominates Pollokshields. The restaurant's reputation attracted diners from well beyond the immediate neighbourhood, with a dedicated following that valued the rarity of authentic South Indian cooking on the South Side. The address has since been associated with Pakistani Street Food, and visitors should confirm current operations before travelling specifically for South Indian food at this location.