Banana Leaf

Located at 5515 Mills Civic Pkwy in West Des Moines, Banana Leaf stands out as a culinary gem specializing in Thai cuisine. Diners rave about the incredible flavors and warm atmosphere of this quaint bistro. Customer reviews consistently highlight the deliciousness of their offerings, with dishes like the crab rangoon and beef green avocado curry receiving top marks.

T.J. Saddler describes the food as "hands down some of the best Thai food I've ever had," praising the outstanding service and talented cooks. Many guests, including Philo, sing the praises of the extensive menu, showcasing a variety of delightful noodles, curries, and sushi options. The cozy atmosphere and friendly staff further enhance the dining experience, creating a welcoming environment for families and groups.

S.D. appreciates the generous portions and numerous gluten and dairy-free options, while Doh Noh proclaims it offers the best pad thai in town. The attention to detail, from the decoration to the warmth of the food, truly makes Banana Leaf a must-visit destination for Thai food enthusiasts. With positive reviews on service and ambiance, this local treasure is sure to leave diners coming back for more.

Accessibility
- Has wheelchair-accessible car park
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
- Offers delivery
- Offers takeaway
- Serves dine-in
Highlights
- Has fast service
- Has great tea selection
Popular for
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Good for solo dining
Offerings
- Serves alcohol
- Serves beer
- Serves cocktails
- Serves coffee
- Serves comfort food
- Serves healthy options
- Quick bite
- Serves small plates
- Serves spirits
- Serves vegan dishes
- Serves vegetarian dishes
- Serves wine
Dining options
- Serves lunch
- Serves dinner
- Has catering
- Serves dessert
- Has seating
- Has table service
Amenities
- Has bar on site
- Has toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family friendly
- Good for groups
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Accepts credit cards
- Accepts debit cards
- Accepts NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs available
- Has kids' menu
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
- Free parking lot
- Plenty of parking

T.J. Saddler

Jun 22,2025

Hands down some of the best Thai food I’ve ever had. Crab Rangoon to fricken die for!!!! Beef Green avocado curry . The fortune cookie was amazing. This place was truly unbelievable. Service was outstanding. Shout out to the cooks!!!

Philo

Jun 17,2025

This is the restaurant closest to our house and it is also my favorite restaurant, because the food here is so delicious. There are many types of noodles,curries, salads and soups available here. My daughter loves red curry here, it is so yummy. You should try curries if you get a chance to come here, because meats are very soft and we love the spices here. Whenever I come here I never forget to order Japanese clear soup and Thai noodle soups are my favorite. The food served to us is kept warm and decorated and, waitresses here welcome the customers with good hospitality. Our family loved ricecoconut pudding here, but recently they stopped this desert, but we dont forget to remember them every time finally the place is very clean and neat. We have the parking lot near the restaurant.

Shopping Mom

May 13,2025

More space inside than it looks from the outside. Menu is very extensive with a wide variety. Excellent sushi options. Went with server recommendation for the Basil Fried Rice with Chicken. Delicious. Looks like fair-priced lunch menu specials, so will need to come back. Friendly staff and great service.

S D

May 7,2025

Exceptional Asian bistro. The staff are friendly & helpful. The food is delicious & reasonably priced, especially for the amount they give you! Plenty of gluten & dairy free options for my friend who has allergies. For a small restaurant it has a "big" feel with sky high ceilings. The decor gives it an "outdoor" feel, like walking a street & being seated on a patio. Highly recommend!

Doh Noh

Apr 20,2025

Came here the other day and the food was amazing. They have hands down the best pad thai in town! My friend got the Pad See EW with white rice and the chicken that came with it was amazingly crunchy and saucy. I ordered the drunken noodle and they forgot my beef with it initially until I mentioned it and it got sorted out. Would 10/10 recommend this place.

Jessica Rieper

Apr 8,2025

Had an AWESOME quick lunch at Banana Leaf Asian Bistro in West Glen. Food arrived fast and fresh, and very tasty. I wish it had been spicier, we ordered some spice, but a little side of Thai chili added did the trick. Beef Drunken Noodle: perfectly cooked, not soggy at all. Beef was very VERY tender, which I don’t find as often in Thai restaurants. Flavor was spot on, serving plentiful. Pork Fried Rice: again, super flavorful, and pork was tender. Shrimp Thai Noodle Soup: with rice noodles and shrimp was awesome. Great flavors and perfect size for lunch. We were in and out within 30 minutes. Service was attentive and kind. I tend to forget about this place but need to keep it on my radar!

Engineer engineer

Mar 29,2025

Used to be better and I had given Banana leaf 5 stars in the past. I can say portions are smaller, food quality/taste has reduced. Maybe it is a new owner, chief, product availability. Prices or ok for some items. I would recommend staying away from that Calamari, portion has shrink and taste is not what it used to be. Overall I rate this restaurant as ok instead of excellent like I had in the past. Presentation is good

Connie Walden

Mar 27,2025

Cute little place and very clean. The service was excellent. I ordered lunch special tofu green curry spice level 2. It was served quickly. I enjoyed the heat level and it paired well with a Thai lager beer. I'll definitely stop again if I'm driving through!

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