Excellent food. Traditional south Indian food. The do not provide any drinks other than water and மோர். Amazing service. It may look like a tiny place, but wonderful food.

My second visit here. What brought me back was its simple and authentic Indian dishes served on banana leaves. The interior of the humble eatery is original and understated. Despite it's unobtrusive location and no signboard screaming the name, you can still find people of diverse cultural background and even tourists enjoying the meal with bare hands, just the way it supposed to be. I believe that it is also one of the few local Indian restaurants that serves banana dishes.

📌Muthu Banana Leaf (🔖Halal-Certified) Muthu Banana Leaf is, to me, the epitome of a hidden gem. Located in Lebuh Acheen, Georgetown, I can guarantee that the likelihood of one recognising this place as an eatery is almost nil. It is so inconspicuously placed, and it DOESN’T even have a SIGN-BOARD (more like it doesn’t NEED one). You can only recognise it by its recently painted yellow exterior wall, or cheat like me by using Waze 😎 Serving South Indian Cuisine for over 80 years, locals throng this eatery for their uniquely spiced dishes. I am having a hard time in putting words into my experience there because of simply how incredible it was. Let me try. Ever tried Mutton Rasem? Or fancy some Chicken Rasem? Here’s where you can get this. Every friend (including Indian friends) I’ve asked about whether they’ve heard of such a version of Rasem will sound perplexed; it would be their first time coming across such a Rasem. And I’ll vouch that the broth is incredibly rich. The rice served is par-boiled. It is most unique to me because it feels healthier and less starchy, but that is compensated by being less tastier. Regardless, the curries that top the rice instantly overwhelm ‘difference’ in the rice quality, that it becomes a memorable plus point. Oh, and that Varuval Chicken is so heavily spiced, it was incredible. I’ve never tasted a spicier and richer version of Varuval chicken before. Kelvin D. Loovi who first brought me here vouches for the culinary delights in Muthu's. My best friend, who studied in India for 5 years, exclaimed that this eatery resembles India in so many aspects - from the spices used to the utensils, and the general vibes of this place. Mind you, they only serve 2 drinks (and that’s because they can). Water and a Salted Yoghurt drink. If you’re here for the full experience, get the yoghurt drink; and eat with your darn hands like everyone else there. 🖐😄

The best Indian food in Penang. Came to this place almost everyday for my lunch and avoided all the big nasi kandar joints as the crowd was crazy and the queues were mad. I'm a big fan of nasi kandar in penang but this place put all the nasi kandar joints to shame. Fantastic service from the humble owner and staffs, prices are very reasonable.

The curry chicken, mutton are so tasty. Enjoy how to use banana leaf and hands for the first time! You can't stop licking your fingers!

OK BUT NOT THE BEST! it’s a cramped restaurant in a shop lot. Hence no social distance and risky in this Covid situation! It’s over rated. The prices are on the higher side in the same category of Indian restaurants. Banana leaf vegetable set is 9RM. While chicken set is 12RM. The food was ok but nothing to jump about it. They don’t serve drinks, only food.

Very nice food..Love their mutton curry,chicken varuval, pepper rasem, and crab curry.. the fried fish taste okay only..I feel the fish is not so fresh.The cost for 2 banana leaf set and other side dishes charged RM49..Worth it 👍. I've tried banana leaf halwa as well..taste it first time and taste good..

Unassuming shop for authentic banana leaf rice. Friendly service staff, decent pricing and good food. Besides the usual rasem, there's also mutton soup. The salty yogurt lassi is quite refreshing. Interestinngly, although its called Muthu Banana Leaf Restaurant, there's no sign in front to indicate as such. Recommended.

Limited seats and crowded...need to be patiently wait for your turn...But it worth it.Overall the foods is tasty... It cost Rm53 .. Just warm water or iced bottled water to be choose.. The boss asked is the food ok.. Their service is ok...

If you are a tourist be careful as they short change you. Was told my bill was 33RM. Handed over 53RM expecting 20 change and they handed me 10RM. When I questioned them they said the bill was 43 not 33, even though the man said it was 33RM twice before I handed over the money. Not a good place for tourists.

One of the nicest banana leaf in town. A variety of different curries, seafood and meat dishes. Only gripe is the drinks option. You can only choose between mineral water and buttermilk. Somehow the food, friendly waiter and simple set-up made it up for a lunch worthy of 5 stars.

Simple and cosy banana leaf place. They serve huge portions and everything is so good. One of the great things here is that they bring a big tin carrier with 3 kinds of gravy to your table. So you can pour however much of your favorite gravy on your rice. Beware that this tin carrier is shared with other tables so when you finish they will take it to another table! It gets crowded at peak hours so you might have to share a big table with others. But it’s so good and very reasonably priced.

Excellent set up at Muthu. We immediately were served with a banana leaf, rice, poppadom and 2 vegetable side dishes. We then had the choice of many different curries/extras to add. Really authentic dining - just be prepared to eat with your hands!

Food overall was good..but choices are limited..and portions are small for the extra meat and vegie dishes..drinks options are also limited

I didn't find anything exceptional about the food or the service. I've had better.

The shop is sandwiched between two other shops, it’s easy to miss if it wasn’t for the yellow exterior. Service was excellent. Food came quick, large portions, moderately tasty. Would definitely recommend this to tourists.

Great place! Food was nice, service was also good. Ordered chicken black pepper set. Flavourful and strong tasting. Side dishes were nice. Would come again!

very resealable price.. Good hospilaty.. worth the money enjoyed the food..

This hidden restaurant served one of the best Indian traditional banana leaf in town. The staff is super friendly and you will have a free flow of rice and veggies. They are famous for their curry crab and mutton curry. Vegetarian Banana leaf set RM 7

Ordered Mutton Peratal, Lemon Chicken and Black Pepper Chicken along with the set Rice, Curry, Papadum and Tofu. The food was delicious, service prompt and genuine value for money. Definitely recommend.

The food tastes ok, but never expect that my meal came up to be so expensive. Was shocked when i saw the bill. With the portion they are serving, this price is definitely crazy.

Amazing, massive selection of veggie meat and sea food curries, and the owner is lovely. Try the traditional buttermilk drink if you’re interested in Indian food!

The place is a simple clean joint (sitting area).Food was served fast. Unfortunately waiter brought chicken instead of mutton. A display of available dishes are presented for customers to pick n choose. Have not tried most of the dishes but the veg dishes are nice and also their chutney.

Great food as always.

The place is congested with limited place for dining. The food is not that great. All the curries taste almost the same. Too much masala taste instead of chicken, crab or fish. But the tovayil and the vege taste nice. Price is reasonable.

The food was mouth-watering. All the items served along were fresh. The food was served on a banana leaf.

The best Indian banana leaf restaurant my all time favorite 😻 🫠 ❤️

Simple set up. Sit on a long table and bench. Variety of dishes for you to choose. Either meat or vegetarian banana leaf. Eat to your heart's content. Always packed.

I came here for the first time. It reminds me of the eatery I used to go when I was in India. The interior is simple, long tables and individual chairs can fit many people at one time. This eatery is not big. The ordering process is simple. After you are seated, the staff will bring over a piece of banana leaf, then you will be served with two types of vegetables, one chutney and a papadum. Then you are given the gravy container. Lastly, another waiter will bring a large tray of non vege dishes like crab curry, chicken 65, egg curry, chicken curry and many more. The egg curry is nice. The gravy has a bit of mutton smell. Chicken 65 is not crispy and lacks flavour, slightly below my expectations. Payment is made after the meal. This service is fast. It is also halal certified. So this would be a good place to bring over Muslim friends. Overall a pleasant dining experience. Reasonable price and unique ambiance. I will revisit.