Sri Nirwana Maju

Deliciously authentic banana leaf opposite Bangsar Village. Nirwana certainly feels like food heaven. The place is bustling, with lively conversations everywhere and people stuffing their faces and getting their hands dirty with good food. Despite U-Mobile’s loud grand opening next door, I was ecstatic to be here. Time seems to slow down as I eat with a big smile, taking my sweet time to enjoy the rich flavours. The chicken briyani banana leaf stands out from many others in KL. You are served a generous spread that includes cucumber salad, deep-fried bitter gourd, mashed pumpkin, and three different curries: chicken curry, fish curry, and dhal. I opted for all three and slowly enjoyed the fresh, succulent chicken drumstick. To drink, a freshly made salty lassi. It came in a big, tall cup and was surprisingly filling. It’s an acquired taste, definitely a bit tougher to swallow than sweet lassi, but healthier and just as authentic. The only slight downside is having to order upfront at the entrance counter after queueing. This is common at extremely popular restaurants and is a small trade-off that helps maintain service speed and food quality. We queued for nearly 10 minutes at 7pm, which was reasonable and not over the top. So far, Nirwana is my favourite banana leaf in KL, and I look forward to returning every time I visit Bangsar. Highly recommended!

We had a great experience here. We enjoyed the food and the banana leaf experience. The chicken biryani was very nice as well as the fried zucchini. The restaurant was busy and once we were served no one checked on us. I ordered a masala tea and it was okay, but I've had much better at other restaurants that don't have a Michelin recognition. All in all, definitely worth visiting, nice experience, but there are still ways the restaurant could improve the guest experience.

Food: 3 / 3 stars Service & Ambience: 1 / 1 star Value: 0 / 1 star We have eaten here several times, my wife is from Kuala Lumpur, and this was one of the restaurants she frequently visited during her school years. The banana leaf set is still good for me. Especially the fried bitter gourd (actually snake gourd), very delicious. The only reason I am not giving 5 stars is because there is no free refill. The idea behind banana leaf culture is one of generosity and hospitality, and traditionally offers unlimited refills. Business here is very good, prices are above average, but refills are charged at RM2, though I am not sure whether that is per vegetable or per refill of all the vegetables. Personally I am full enough after one round, and do not need to refill, so whether it is chargeable or not actually is of no concern to me. But as a matter of principle, if there is no free refill, then it should no longer be considered banana leaf. Perhaps it should be called Indian economy rice instead. 4 stars.

despite having an average atmosphere and inpatient service, I have to admit this is the best banana leaf I've had 😅 I can see why they have Michelin stars, highly recommend. So cheap too! I wish I had known about this place earlier 🥲 The cucumber dish in the veg set isn't vegan, so you don't get a whole lot of dishes. Make sure you get the tofu and the veg chicken

One thing worth mentioning (non-food related though), the lady boss still looks the same today as to when I last had meals there 10 years ago! So looks like eating homecooked and wholesome meals are the key to keep a youthful looks 💕 Oh and I missed seeing the friendly and handsome face of the service guy named Prabhu. I wonder where is he now 🤔 No doubt, a satisfying lunch with family and friends at this eatery 😋👍🏻

Sri Nirwana Maju delivers a truly satisfying South Indian banana-leaf experience. The food is served traditionally on fresh banana leaves, with generous portions and a great variety of flavors. The rice comes fluffy and warm, paired with rich curries, sambal, vegetables, pickles, and crispy papadum. The fried items and curries are bold, spicy, and full of aroma, while the vegetable sides balance everything nicely. You can tell the food is freshly prepared and stays true to classic South Indian flavors. Refills are generous, which adds great value for money. The place is casual and busy, especially during peak hours, but service is efficient and quick. Overall, it’s a solid choice for anyone craving authentic Indian banana-leaf rice in Kuala Lumpur. Highly recommended for flavor, value, and authenticity. 😎

Best Indian banana leaf in this area. Veg and non veg options available. You might have to wait a bit for seats during peak hours. But the service is quick and the food is awesome

Not our first time at Sri Nirwana Maju Bangsar and still as good as ever. Banana leaf rice set (veg meal), Chicken 65, Fried Sotong, and Mutton Masala Varuval all rich, spicy, and comforting. We’ve tried other banana leaf restaurants, but we keep coming back to this one. It’s simply the best. From 7 person we spend RM 165.