Bringing Authentic
Flavours & Hospitality
Since 1991
Since 1991, Sri Ananda Bahwan Group has been creating memorable dining and celebration experiences across Malaysia. From authentic Banana Leaf dining to premium multi-cuisine catering and elegant banquet halls, we bring together a blend of Indian, Malaysian, and Western flavours, complemented by warm hospitality and quality service. Whether it’s a meal, a family gathering, or a grand celebration, we make every occasion truly memorable.
30+
Years of Excellence
9
Restaurant Locations
10,000+
Events Catered
From One Restaurant to a Trusted Malaysian Brand
Founded in 1991 in Butterworth, Penang, Sri Ananda Bahwan began with a dream, passion, and unwavering commitment to serving exceptional Indian cuisine. What started as a single restaurant has grown into one of Malaysia’s leading homegrown Banana Leaf restaurant brands, proudly operating 9 restaurants across Peninsular Malaysia, alongside successful catering, traditional sweets, snacks, and banquet hall businesses.
Over the years, Sri Ananda Bahwan Group of Companies has continued expanding into diverse industries while staying true to its founding values of quality, authenticity, and heartfelt hospitality.For more than three decades, we have remained dedicated to delivering authentic North and South Indian cuisine prepared using fresh, premium ingredients and time-honoured recipes.
We Add Spice To Your Life
For over 30 years, Sri Ananda Bahwan has been serving exceptional food and warm hospitality, creating memorable dining experiences for families, friends, and communities across Malaysia.
Our restaurants feature authentic North and South Indian cuisine, prepared with fresh ingredients and traditional recipes, while our catering brings together a blend of Indian, Malaysian, and Western flavours with a commitment to quality, consistency, and customer satisfaction.
Our Vision
To build a diversified group of businesses by expanding into new industries, empowering our people, creating customer value, and driving sustainable growth.
Our Mission
To continue delivering excellence across our food and beverage businesses through innovation and continuous improvement
Malaysia's Trusted
Food & Hospitality Brand
Founded in 1991 in Butterworth, Penang, Sri Ananda Bahwan began with a simple vision—to serve quality food with uncompromising standards and heartfelt hospitality.
Today, we have grown into one of Malaysia’s leading homegrown hospitality groups, operating restaurants, banquet halls, catering services, and traditional sweets while bringing together diverse flavours and culinary traditions.
Our restaurants continue to celebrate authentic North and South Indian cuisine, while our catering offers a blend of Indian, Malaysian, and Western flavours, prepared with quality ingredients and decades of culinary expertise.
“We Add Spice To Your Life.”
What We Offer
Restaurants
Enjoy authentic flavours with our famous Banana Leaf dining experience across nine locations in Malaysia.
Catering
Professional catering for weddings, corporate events, birthdays, temple functions, and private celebrations.
Banquet Hall
Elegant event venues with premium facilities for weddings, receptions, birthdays, and corporate functions.
Traditional Sweets
Authentic handcrafted Indian sweets and savouries, perfect for festive celebrations and gifting.
Elegant Venues for Every Celebration
Host weddings, receptions, ROM ceremonies, birthdays, corporate events, and family gatherings in our beautifully designed banquet halls with professional event support.
Delicious Catering for Every Occasion
From intimate gatherings to grand celebrations, our experienced catering team delivers diverse flavours with exceptional service throughout Penang and beyond.
Absolutely loved my meal here. The food was the best I've had in Ipoh and the prices were really decent. The mango lassi was also really great. The staff were all super friendly. Thank you for making me feel so welcomed! If I'm ever back in Ipoh this will be my first stop !
Had banana leaf lunch at Sri Anadhan Bhawan today, and honestly, it was a wonderful experience. The food was fresh, tasty, homely, and full of authentic flavour. Every dish was prepared with care, and the overall quality and cleanliness really stood out. What I especially appreciated was the simple, traditional style of cooking and the warm hospitality. The food felt satisfying without being unnecessarily heavy or overly spicy — just the kind of wholesome meal you genuinely enjoy. A big compliment to the entire team for maintaining such good standards and serving with a welcoming attitude. Definitely a place I would happily visit again and recommend to others. 🙏❤️
Awesome environment. An absolute delicious meal we have today! We love the way the food is served, always heat up, fresh and presentable. The staff is very friendly and attentive to request. That is why I always brought my family here every weekend.... Look at empty plates, that is good enough to explain how delicious it is for us.
Best place to have South Indian cuisine in Butterworth. I used to come here 3 years ago very frequently because they're good, and the only reason I haven't been coming is because I wasn't in the country! Now that I visited them again their standards are still the same. Don't miss out on them if you ever wonder what to eat in Butterworth.
The food and drinks were actually good, but the service was totally disappointing. Specifically, the young guy who was serving water had a very bad attitude. It felt like he doesn't know how to do his job properly, or he simply dislikes working there. His lack of interest was clearly visible in his behavior. He doesn't welcome customers properly, nor does he take orders in a polite manner. He doesn't even stand and listen to what we need. We were a group of three people sitting at the table, but he just asked one person for water and rushed away immediately.He doesn't even interact or communicate properly with the customers. This is a very bad attitude from the staff at Sri Ananda Bhavan Restaurant, especially that one particular server. Furthermore, we had to repeatedly call out for staff to get anything done. It’s not that they were short-staffed, but shouldn't the available staff be attentive and serve the customers properly? Many other customers around me were equally frustrated. Honestly, today morning was my worst experience at Sri Ananda Bhavan. The way they handle customers is highly disappointing. They are very prompt in collecting the money, but they fail miserably when it comes to customer service. I don't understand why their behavior is so poor
Had dinner at Sri Ananda Bahwan on Macalister Road and really enjoyed the food! We ordered the chicken tikka, tandoori chicken, tosai, mutton masala and palak pander. Everything was flavourful and served fresh, with a good variety of dishes for sharing. The chicken tikka and tandoori chicken were especially delicious, while the mutton masala had great flavour. The tosai was crispy and the palak paneer was a nice vegetarian option. Overall, a great place for Indian food with family and friends. Good food, generous portions and a pleasant dining experience. Will definitely come back again! 👍
Great place for a meal! 🌱 I stopped here after sightseeing around Little India and had the banana leaf meal. There was so much food and such a great variety of sides — definitely worth the price and the portion size! There are also plenty of options for vegans and vegetarians, which was a big plus for me. And the AC was a lifesaver! 😂 It was so hot outside in the afternoon, but inside it was cool and comfortable, so you can sit back, relax, and actually enjoy your meal without melting. Definitely recommend this place if you're exploring Little India! 🌿
Came here for tea time, enjoyed their tea time choices thoroughly. There were a few varieties of snacks to choose from, being a vadai lover, I first tried their vadai and it did not disappoint. Also tried their samosa and some sweets which was pretty good. Chai was delicious, will definitely come back when I come to butterworth again. 🙂😋
I honestly don’t understand the negative reviews—this place has been a little sanctuary for me. The staff, even though many are from other countries, make it feel like a second home. They are so kind, caring, and always go out of their way to help. You can feel the warmth in the way they serve you—like you’re part of their family. The food is always fresh and made with love, and the cozy vibe just wraps around you. Whether I come for a quick bite or a long, relaxed meal, it never feels rushed or impersonal. I love supporting this restaurant because they bring such genuine care to every customer. If you’re looking for a place that feels like home, this is it. I can’t recommend it enough!
The service at sri ananda bahwan is excellent!" The staff is polite and attentive, going above and beyond to provide a wonderful eating experience. Congratulations to the whole team!" "I was really impressed by the service at SAB. The staff members were very knowledgable about the food and provided fantastic suggestions. Truly excellent service!" "The service here is exceptional. Our server was attentive, yet not intrusive. The whole team worked together to provide a flawless eating experience. We never had to ask anything twice!" "I can't say enough positive things about the service at this establishment. The staff is very tolerant of small alterations and goes above and beyond to assure visitors' satisfaction. Bravo!" "The staff here genuinely cares about their guests. They were attentive, courteous, and pleasant. They made us feel like VIPs." "The service was perfect from beginning to end. Our waitress was courteous and helpful, ensuring that our whole meal experience was flawless. We would come back only for the service."
A visit after so long.. Yes, I came for the egg briyani. 😅 It's a flavorful plate of briyani. A bit pricey.. But, I do LOVE the ambiance over here. 🥰🥰 No harm in eating here once in a while.. P/s : Popular spot for both local & tourist.
We had our brother’s ROM celebration at their hall upstairs. The space is comfortable yet abit small. The atmosphere is clean and tidy. The food catered by them was too god and delicious. I would say a 9/10 and those complimentary food are also superb delicious. Definitely would recommend them for catering. Price is reasonable and the service was top notch. The workers are friendly and super helpful throughout the event. All went smoothly. Thank you!