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USD 12 - USD 22
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Asian, Indonesian
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Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
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Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

The food was lovely, the service friendly and quick. Food seemed fresh and was very tasty. If you order the Balinese Rijsttafel, prepare to bring a doggy bag, as there was plenty of food and it was so good, it shouldn’t go to waste.

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

We went for lunch after a colleague in Brisbane recommended this restaurant. The (only) waitress was run off her feet. I had to get our menus. Not really a deal breaker. We ordered the lunch platters. The very small bowl of rice for 2, was...hard and dehydrated. The meals has been reheated, I’m not sure how many times. The curries were tasteless and not at all spicy. The curry sauces were splitting (maybe they were frozen and reheated!!!) The meat on the satays was hard. The sauce tasted burnt and was hard around the edges of the dish. I felt unwell all afternoon and evening. I will not be going back.More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 5 weeks ago

wow - just like walking in the a restaurant in Bali itself. Very nice setting in/out. Great friendly service and the menu is something special - all our Balinese faves. We will be back next time in Cairns Cheers Niels & Mary, Humpty Doo, NT...down under.More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 2 October 2023 via mobile

We went here after reading lots of positive reviews. Nice enough food, well presented but pretty slow and poor service. Ordered a drink which never arrived but it somehow managed to be on the bill!

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 10 September 2023

Wonderful food and service and moderately priced Comfortable, nicely lit restaurant which is a short walk from city centre. We had the minced fish (ikan) satay, a chicken (ayam) salad (very clean / fresh tasting) a tuna salad (also very fresh tasting) some rice, a...massaman curry and drinks. One of the best meals I have eaten for a long time. I recommend this restaurant highlyMore

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 1 September 2023

We called in at Bayleaf Balinese Restaurant on Tuesday 29/08/23 for Lunch without any pre-booking. On arrival the restaurant was very quiet & certainly no complaints with the service from the waiter, meals served within 20 min's & excellent presentation & delicious in taste. More...diners arrived & a relaxed atmosphere. A good meal selection & choices from the menu planner & the total bill for our meals & drinks came to AUD $62.50 reasonable menu prices. Some difficulty in locating street parking being opposite the hospital.More

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 26 August 2023 via mobile

We ordered the banquet and were delightfully impressed. Each meal was a delight to the tastebuds especially the peanut sauce in the entree. Highly recommend

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 11 July 2023 via mobile

I enjoyed a drink at happy hour then a nice meal (entree and main). The staff were friendly and service quick. I’d eat here again for sure

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 17 May 2023 via mobile

Booked a dinner for my partner and I while on holidays - The atmosphere and design of the dining area is beautiful - especially loved and outdoor dining and flame lighting. Our food was perfectly cooked, the flavours were outstanding - we loved our satay...sticks arriving on a mini coal barbecue. Fast service. Highly recommend this restaurant!More

Date of visit: May 2023
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Reviewed 27 April 2023

A nicely located and beautifully presented authentic Balinese restaurant. Although it was busy, and with no reservation, staff had no trouble accommodating us on a table. The menu was extensive, filled with authentic Balinese and Indonesian dishes. A difficult choice, but we chose well. The...beverages list was also extensive. Staff were welcoming, friendly and attentive . We luxuriated in the wonderful atmosphere, overwhelmed by the beautiful aromas emanating from the kitchen. When the meals arrived we were pleasantly surprised by the size of the meals, and they were beautiful authentic dishes. We thoroughly enjoyed the entire experience.More

Date of visit: April 2023
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Reviewed 16 March 2023 via mobile

We meet up with friends here. The ambience always lives up to expectations. The menu has many tasty options and the staff are friendly and helpful. We love the very tropical decor and outlook. Seating of guests is not too cramped. Great to have t...G e bar area also.More

Date of visit: April 2022
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Reviewed 14 March 2023 via mobile

Went here after reading the reviews, to say it was a disappointed is an understatement. My work colleague and I ordered the chicken mie goreng each, a chicken curry and some rice. What turned up was a pack of 2minute noodles put into a round...bowl to shape it onto a plate and 3 skewers 2 beef and 1 chicken. I didn’t order the beef I ordered chicken. The lighting inside was really dark I didn’t realise what was going on until I was chewing forever on the grissle of the beef. It was very disappointing at $27 each. The curry was palatable but nowhere near as good as a Bali chicken curry. Overall with 2 bottles of beer it came to 109$. It was worth around 40$ I wouldn’t recommend this place for the mie goreng unless you’re happy paying top dollar for 2 minute noddles. I’ve eaten at many Malaysian places and this is at the bottom of the list. We did mention to the staff an apology didn’t really help. Sure to say I won’t go back. Oh and there really is no need for the leaf under the food either.More

Date of visit: March 2023
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Reviewed 22 January 2023 via mobile

Food is fair. Big portion and nicely presented. Flavour is okay. Nadi Goreng is nice but came a bit cold. Duck curry with Papaya has sour and creamy flavour, give it a shot if that’s your thing. If you are a tenant from the hotel,...this is a convenient place. But might not worth the driving you are coming from 30 mins distance. 3/5.More

Date of visit: January 2023
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Reviewed 10 January 2023

The meal was amazing. SWe had a banquety and the whole meal and experience was our favourite dining in cairns

Date of visit: December 2022
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Reviewed 27 November 2022 via mobile

We came on a Saturday evening, restaurant wasn't really busy at the time. Cocktail and other drinks were nice, but getting water for the table took forever. We ordered satay, and this was very tasty. No crackers and the yummy spicy dip anymore though, which...was disappointing. Mains were tasty, but again, trying to get more rice was a pain, couldn't get service. In the end we gave up and paid, got the hell out of there.More

Date of visit: November 2022
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Jazrudd
13 June 2020|
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The private dining room can seat up to 16 but with the covid-19 restrictions and recommendations in Queensland, we can only take a maximum of 10 in the room at the moment. Regards, Andrea
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Hi - yes, thats fine, we can swap the dishes.
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Bayleaf Balinese Restaurant is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4
  • Atmosphere: 4.5