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    Bagan Burmese Kitchen

    4.5 (294 reviews)
    ModerateBurmese, Salad, Thai

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    Burmese noodle salad
    Yingbo W.

    My bf is from the Bay Area and misses the Burmese food from there. We got the tea leaf salad and Burmese Noodle Salad and were very happy with it. Bf also ordered a chicken biryani and while it had south East Asian flavors and not like a strictly Indian biryani he enjoyed it. The noodle salad reminded me of what my childhood Burmese friend's mom used to make at home. I have not had authentic Burmese food for over 25 years and this was a welcome reintroduction to Burmese food! I didn't like the weird texture of the fried burmese tofu, tasted mushy like potato patties, and the green Pandan coconut milk dessert was just okay. Over all the quality of the stable foods and service was great and food tasted homemade, made with love! The owners were very nice and allowed us to dine in with our well behaved dogs even though the place was indoors. We called ahead. They even offered our dogs water although we declined because the dogs tend to knock bowls over. The place was not busy at all on a Sunday night. The parking lot outside had a bunch of 30 min parking only spots on a Sunday but we parked there for an hour and it was fine. I have yet to try Jasmine Market in Culver City, heard that is good as well but this place is pretty authentic and solid if you're craving Burmese!

    Jennifer B.

    I was in the mood for Burmese tea leaf salad, and with timing on my side (I had to take my Mom to an appointment a couple of miles away) THIS was the place! Granted, it's the only one I found close enough... We came through an hour into opening so I didn't fret about a wait to get seated. It was empty when we walked in. That was a good thing because as first timers, we knew we were gonna take a minute before we decide what to get. What I do know is we were gonna go for the tea leaf salad and the mohinga. So, Mom is a pork fiend and with two different (albeit similar) types they offered, we decided to get both. (She couldn't make up her mind!) We also went for the egg rolls to start. We placed our orders up front and had our choice of seating. Interesting enough, on one corner, they have an arts and gems area - sorta like a makeshift mini-jewelry kiosk. There was nothing in 'em, though... EGG ROLLS: Made to order HOT. Crispy and crunchy delicious. The filling was almost hearty. I don't even think I even bothered with the dip, they were good on their own! TEA LEAF SALAD: We aren't fans of jalapeños, so I'm glad they didn't didn't mix it in - much easier to take it all out at once. (Gotta make a mental note to have it omitted next time.) I've had my share of this from plenty of places. The one here, like the rest, had that similar essence, aroma, taste and texture. However, I felt there's something missing from it. Don't get me wrong, it's delicious, but the umami wasn't as poppin' as I had hoped. I'd still recommend it, though! MOHINGA: This was on point! The flavor was rich and deep and really hearty! It's one of those soups or stews to have most especially on a cold rainy day. The pea crackers added a good texture. If there's anything to order at a Burmese spot, it's this! And the tea leaf salad! PORK BELLY STEW: The pork was cooked soft and tender. The broth had a lot of flavor and depth. The seasonings and spices they used are well-balanced! BRAISED PORK BELLY: Prepped similar as the pork belly stew, the flavors are kinda similar but the sour mustard leaves and the Chinese 5 spice altered the overall taste. This too was prepped well. FOOD: 4. SERVICE: 4. Staff was friendly and patient and service with a smile is always a plus, but had to knock a star down for one reason: all our food came out all at once, and it ended up filling up our small table. We barely had wiggle room for... well... anything, really. We would have much preferred to get the app, salad and soup and enjoy them first before getting our main courses. And really, there was no reason to rush our orders - we were the only ones there. Oh, and serving spoons and bowls would come in really handy. I hope they take note of that. VALUE: 4. PARKING: Shared with other businesses. There's a parking lot and underground parking available as well. If that's still an issue (most likely won't be - there's plenty of spots downstairs) there's also street parking. OVERALL: 4. The restaurant was more than half filled with customers when we neared the end of our experience, so they kinda have a following. We enjoyed our visit, I'll admit! It hit that Burmese-food-craving spot. Will make another stop should I find myself around here AND have that craving once again.

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    Vy D.

    Have you ever tried Burmese food? There is this spot that is really yummy. Come with me! Highlights of the menu: 1. Mango chicken rice and crispy vegetable eggroll 2. Burmese garlic noodles 3. Pickled cucumber with hot sauce on top 4. Crispy tofu, shrimp, and vegetables 5. Food from the rack: Instant rice vermicelli, dried chicken, dried shrimp They also have a little rack for Burmese local food and snacks. And their beautiful handcrafted arts.

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    Jiansen W.

    Bagan Burmese Kitchen is a southeast Asian eatery in Los Angeles serving authentic Burmese meals from apps (paratha) and salads (tea leaf) to curries, noodles, and soups (e.g. coconut curry noodle soup). Cool fact: Bagan is an ancient city and a UNESCO world heritage site. AMBIANCE: Interior seating only with an outdated feel (acoustic ceiling tiles). SERVICE: Staff were friendly and helpful when I called for a late-night, close-to-closing, take-out order and pick up from the register. FOOD 5/5 Tea Leaf Salad (savory, spicy, crunchy, crisp, bright): A Burmese National Dish made with a savory fermented tea leaf and oil dressing with fresh red and green cabbage, crunchy/crispy roasted nuts, seeds, dry shrimp, diced tomato, spicy jalapeño slices, and a lime wedge for acidity. Salad craving satisfied! PARKING There's an ample one-direction of travel parking lot for patrons.

    Nan Gyi Noodle w Chicken.  great
    Danny M.

    Popped in to try it out, and thoroughly enjoyed the Nan Gyi Noodle, an Udon style noodle dish with a savory curry-ish sauce. Very good. Also had samosas, and they were for the most part average, but the dipping sauce was very good. Kinda sweet and savory at the same time.

    N3. Shan Noodle
    Aneesa M.

    Service was great but I wish they had AC and better decor- they had jewelry store cabinets without anything in them for some reason. We enjoyed the food but the multitude of options made ordering confusing for a first timer; our server got us through fine though. Chicken curry paratha- 7/10. VERY flaky but also very greasy. I also expected the curry to be thicker than it was. Shan noodles- 7/10. A little too funky for my taste I really hope this place updates their menu and general vibes to make it more comfortable. I really want them to succeed so I'm bumping up my review to 4 stars instead of 3.

    D1. Shwe Yin Aye
    Ves S.

    Burmese food in Silver Lake! Don't forget Yelp check-in offer! You order at the counter, but if they're not busy and want to eat in they can set up order at table. There is a discount if you order through their direct portal. There's some parking in front of the restaurant but there is ample free parking in the underground lot. The QR code at the table takes you to an online ordering portal that has photos for most of the food, but the paper menus have some. If you had other southeast Asian foods before like Thai you may see some familiar kinds of foods like coconut based curries, noodle and rice dishes, sweet rice desserts, as well as Burmese takes on fries and wings. Let the host know if you have allergies. They let us know what's in each dish. My first foray into Burmese food is the tea leaf salad which is hard to find at Asian marts. We had to ask Burmese friends to get us the ingredients. So we just had to order it here to see if our homemade interpretations match. It was tasty! It did come with dried shrimp and jalapeños which we haven't added before so it made a nice heat. We also got Burmese garlic noodle with tofu and coconut noodle soup with chicken. Be aware both are noodle heavy! Both are quite fragrant and flavorful. Great options! The coconut curry has a nutty sweet taste while the garlic noodles has a great garlic flavor lingering on your tongue with each bite. We came on a Sunday even and were the only guests but there was a steady stream of pick up orders and delivery drivers.

    A9. Paratha W/Coconut Curry Dip
    Janelle L.

    Well hello Burmese food, nice to find you here in this little strip mall of Silver Lake. Seems like an interestingly ethnic find for this area. We were trying to go to Daybird but they close at 6:30 so we decided to give Bagan a little nibble. We ordered the cashier's favorite noodles, Si Chat Kyaut Swe, the garlic noodles and added pork. I asked if they made their own noodles (because in my experience a lot of places like this do), but they don't. There were a few pieces of pork added but could have used double the amount. The pork bits were chopped up roasted pork with crispy skin. YUM! If you know, you know. The second item we tried was the paratha with coconut curry. This thin layered bread is so good! I think it's thin pan fried dough, there was a tasty layer of grease dripping from the edges. We opted for the coconut curry dip (vs the beef or chicken) for the flavor. It was tasty, i could have easily dipped a couple more pieces to the paratha to into that sauce. If Daybird is closed again, I'd definitely eat here again and give a few more dishes a try. Parking after 7 pm was easy. I've been to this mall during the day, parking at that time is not fun.

    R13. Lamb Curry with Potatoes
    Connie C.

    Very chill spot, feels like a mom and pop place. Friendly service. I saw families, friends, and solo diners here. I used to go to silver lake spa, which is in the same plaza. Parking in the underground garage is free & usually fairly plentiful. A tea leaf salad is a Burmese food must. I felt it was too salty, as were most of the items. However, my friend loved all of it so maybe it's just me. My fav dish was the lamb curry - hard to go too salty on something like that! The meat wasn't too tough either. The noodle w/ curry chicken was good too... good balance with creamy curry in there. I enjoyed my Burmese grass jelly drink - pictured here with pandan added. If only we'd left room for dessert... I live close by so, next time! Btw it's the same restaurant as mala city dry pot, so don't get confused and just go on in! I need to try that next time too.

    Tea Leaf Salad S1.Tea Leaf Salad
    Tuhin C.

    The food at Bagan was really delicious! We had some classic Burmese dishes such as the Tea Leaf Salad, Paratha with Coconut Curry, Mango Chicken, and the Nan Gyi Noodle. All of the food was super authentic. Moreover though, the owner here was incredibly kind and was so informative of everything in the menu and also considerate to check if anyone had eating restrictions. Outstanding food and outstanding service - there's nothing more you can ask for and we had a great meal here!

    Crispy goat with Coconut Rice
    Kimberly H.

    First time having Burmese food and it was delicious, very flavorful! Mango salad- lots of flavor I've never had before and good spice level. Light and refreshing, paired well with coconut rice. Crispy goat- my husband loves goat and he said he can never find and restaurant that serves goat, lots of crispy garlic slices. Also paired well with coconut rice. Gyoza pork- very crispy and plump filling. Lychee drink and Burmese grass jelly was delicious too, very sweet but nice after the meal! Very friendly and nice service

    S11. Fish Chowder Noodle Soup (Mohinga)
    Alison T.

    Running a few errands, I stopped by for a quick lunch. I'd only eaten Burmese food one other time, so by no means am I an expert, but the dishes were flavorful and filling. A couple of men were seated in the dining room when I arrived, and the woman behind the counter let me choose where I wanted to sit. I sat at a table near the window. I scanned a QR code for the menu and decided on Fish Chowder Noodle Soup, fries topped with chicken curry and a hot Burmese tea. The food was served hot, with the fries coming out shortly before the soup. I couldn't finish it all and took the leftovers home (the dishes were decent when reheated, but I'd recommend eating it fresh if possible). Parking is a little tight at tricky intersection. It's easiest to enter the lot from Beverly Boulevard coming from Koreatown toward Silverlake.

    Must try Burmese restaurant.  I had Shwe Taung noodle, a cup of sweet Indian tea and paratha with curry dip.
    khine l.

    I finally found a decent Burmese restaurant that I can proudly recommend to my friends. Since I grew up in Burma, people often ask me where they can go eat Burmese food in LA area. My answer was always the same, no comment. I ordered paratha with curry dip, Shwe Taung noodle and a cup of sweet Indian Tea. All dishes were very yummy.

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    Ask the Community - Bagan Burmese Kitchen

    Are you guys close for good?

    Hi. Thank you for asking. We will be relocating and reopen once remodeling is done. As of now, we are still negotiating get a leasing space. Most likely we will be either going to sunset Blvd in Silver lake or Pasadena. We will make announcements to… 

    Are there food options that are not spicy? (i.e. don't have even cayenne pepper?)

    Most of our dishes are non spicy. We don’t use any cayenne pepper or any spicy powders. We provide chili oil on the side for customers who want to make their dishes spicy.

    What's parking like?

    Hello Stephanie, There are plenty of parking on first floor and more than 50 parking spots in the garage that has an elevator. Parking is free.

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    The chicken noodle salad was delicious!…read more The chicken was tender, the noodles were perfectly seasoned, and the vegetables were fresh and crunchy. Very refreshing and flavorful. I would definitely order it again!

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    I was excited to try this place as we love Burmese food and love to try it while travelling,…read morebecause it's developed differently in each place outside of Myanmar. Jasmine sounded unique since it's a Muslim Myanmar restaurant and there were dishes I've never seen before, and also others with Indian and Chinese influences. But in the end everyone was disappointed with the food and even left food behind instead of taking it to our hotel. We actually went for ice cream afterwards to congratulate ourselves on getting through it. Jasmine has a lovely shaded patio. You place your order at the counter with a guy who's really nice. There are only two menus and the images are faded and extremely hard to read. The best dishes (but still not great) Potato samosas - nothing special Keema paratha - This bread, filled with ground chicken, was fine but not my kind of thing. Plain naan - unusual in that it was flakier than usual. Pan Thay Kwak Swe - thick wheat noodles with chicken drumsticks. This wasn't really anything special. Avoid Tea Leaf Salad. I've had lots of tea leaf salads but never any that I didn't want to eat any more of. The flavor was too pickled. It was also spicier than usual. (I don't mind spice but didn't love the flavor.) Pae Late (J's Special). This dish consists of thin lentil fried dough in broth with chicken. Unfortunately the dough was totally soggy which ruined this dish. I didn't like the flavor of the broth either. No one wanted more of this dish, nor did anyone want to take it home. It would be much better if the fried stuff was served on the side for the customer to add like when I have samosa soup. My family of Burmese food enthusiasts now likes to cite this restaurant as a bad place I had us eat during our trip to LA. Kathy's Burmese Rankings 1 (tie) Rangoon Ruby, Palo Alto and San Carlos 1 (tie) Burma Ruby, Palo Alto (same owner as Rangoon Ruby) 4) Mandalay, San Francisco 5) Burma Superstar, Oakland 6) Lahpet, London (Hackney pop-up) 7) Lahpet, London (Covent Garden) 8) Lahpet, London (Shoreditch) 9) Best of Burma, San Mateo 10) Experience Burma, Pleasanton 11) Burma Love, San Francisco (Downtown) 12) Yangon, Burlingame 13) Dagon, Montreal 14) Burma Taste, Sunnyvale 15) Kyain Kyain, Fremont 16) Rangoon Superstars, Berkeley 17) Little Myanmar, New York City 18) Burma Bistro, Santa Ca 19) Kyusu, San Jose (closed) 20) Mingalaba, Burlingame 21) B Star, San Francisco 22) Burma Station, San Jose (South San Jose) 23) Sweet Mango, San Jose 24) Irrawaddy, Stanton 25) Urban Burma, Aurora CO 26) My Burma, Davis 27) Yamo, San Francisco 28) Amay's, Vancouver 29) Natoma Cafe (closed), San Francisco 30) Rangoon (closed), Palo Alto 31) Green Elephant, Palo Alto 32) Burma House (closed), Milpitas 33) Mahar Yangon, Daly City (closed) 34) Golden Burma, San Francisco (closed) 35) Innya Lake, San Bruno 36) Nan Yang, Oakland (admittedly my taste buds have evolved since I tried it - and hated it - so I might like it more now) 37) JASMINE RESTAURANT, CULVER CITY

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    There aren't many Burmese food options around here. We drive by Yoma Myanmar several times a day…read moreand have always been curious about it. We've thought about going a few times, but something always came up, or it was Sunday when they're closed. We had a school event at our son's school, and we really didn't want more PTA pizza. Our son wanted McDonald's, but we asked him to try something new, and I'm so glad we did. He loved it so much and already wants to come back! I noticed there was a coupon available on Restaurant.com for Yoma Myanmar, but the owner informed me they are no longer accepting them and have already contacted the site to be removed. I was initially bummed because the coupon was a great deal and I'd already purchased it, but its always a good idea to double check before ordering. I'm certainly glad I did! I asked for recommendations, and the owner was wonderful - she explained the menu, which regions of Myanmar the dishes originated from, and what she thought we would enjoy. We decided to start off with some Fried Samusas ($14.99) and the Tea Leaf Salad ($16.99). For our entrees, we shared two mains: the Beef Curry ($19.99) and the Shan Noodle Soup ($15.99). The owner was so sweet; I think she felt bad about the coupon situation because she gave us some complimentary rice and a Coconut Jelly for dessert. The Fried Samusas were quite good and a perfect appetizer to share. I've always known Samusas to be of Indian origin, but the Burmese style is smaller and crispier, featuring a milder blend of spiced potatoes, onions and lentils. For those who enjoy a bit of heat, the dipping sauce served on the side is quite spicy and serves as a great complement to the samusas. The Tea Leaf Salad is a crunchy, savory Burmese dish made with fermented tea leaves, assorted nuts, toasted sesame seeds fried yellow split peas, fried garlic and chopped tomatoes. I loved the texture of this dish; it was highly addictive, and I couldn't stop eating it! The flavor profile is a wonderful mixture of savory, sour, and earthy notes. This is definitely a dish I recommend giving a try. The Beef Curry was smothered in a rich sauce was absolutely delicious - it was my wife's favorite dish. She even mentioned that she'd definitely come back for this dish alone. The meat was incredible tender and flavorful. Shan Noodles is a popular Burmese dish originating from the Shan State, made with rice noodles. The garnish includes toasted peanuts, sesame seeds, fried garlic, chopped cilantro, and green onions. We chose pork as our protein, and it was a solid dish that both my son and I really enjoyed. Because the noodles are served dry with the soup on the side, you can add the broth to tailor the dish exactly to your liking. This is a hidden gem in Monterey Park that is well worth visiting. We'll definitely be back to order these favorites again and explore more of the menu.

    We tried something new today. Yoma Myanmar is a Little Mom and Pop owned and operated Burmese…read morerestaurant on Garvey. I have never had Burmese food before, so I didn't know what to expect. Everything was great and flavorful. Burmese food to me is similar to Thai food mixed with Indian influence. Portion size is very generous. You definitely get your money worth. The family is super warm and welcoming.

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    Tea leaf salad! the best.
    Tea leaf salad! the best.
    Tea Leaf Salad $16.99 - get this!

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    Grab-and-go

    my parents and their friends are regulars here, talking to the owners and all. i only got take out:…read morenan gyi thoke -- which is probably my favourite burmese noodle dish, a dried noodle with chili oil, fresh bean powder, chicken, cilantro, crunchies, sometimes egg (coconut khao swe after) but next time i will dine in and bring my friends! my dad ordered the mee shay, has that udon-esque noodle texture but tastes more acidic like shan noodles.

    Yesterday was my first time dining at this restaurant, and it will probably be my last…read more There were three people in our party, and there was virtually no table service throughout the meal. We had to get our own water, and the only service provided was that the staff brought the food to our table. What made the experience even more uncomfortable was the checkout process. I handed my credit card to the server, and when he returned, he simply gave me the receipt without asking for my signature or explaining any additional charges. It was only after reviewing the receipt that I discovered a 15% gratuity had already been added automatically. For a dining experience that involved little more than food delivery to the table, I do not believe an automatic 15% gratuity is justified. More importantly, it was not clearly disclosed beforehand. Charging a mandatory 15% gratuity for a party of only three people feels more like a hidden fee than a fair charge based on the actual level of service provided.

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    Burmese Pork Skewers
    Burmese Pork Skewers
    Parata
    Parata
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    Irrawaddy Taste of Burma

    Irrawaddy Taste of Burma

    4.6
    (882 reviews)
    24.7 mi
    $$

    This Burmese restaurant has been bookmarked forever and we finally got to try it. We visited during…read morea weekend dinner, and it wasn't too busy. The first thing that stood out to us was the incredibly friendly and attentive service. They were constantly checking in on us and made sure everything was to our liking. Onto the food, we ordered the tea leaf salad, samusas, and tea leaf lamb. Wow. Every dish was delicious! I'm usually not a fan of samosas because of how dense they are, but the samusas were perfect. They are wrapped in a fried and crispy shell and were so much lighter. The tea leaf salad was a must get as well. So many different textures between the pumpkin seeds, peanuts, and greens. The tea leaf lamb was suuuper tender and not gamey at all. The sauce was flavorful and perfectly coated the meat. This restaurant is a total gem and we cannot wait to come back!

    This cute little restaurant was such a surprise and delight !!!…read more I loved the menu , great variety for all people in a group !! I am not vegan but enjoy eating vegan foods , they have many great foods on their menu that qualify. My husband loves lamb and he enjoyed his selection very much . We got their famous tea leaf salad to share, and the falafel appetizer! Both excellent!! The service was great, explaining some foods that were new to us(our first time with Burmese cuisine) The decor was special also . As we were leaving I saw a musical instrument on their counter. So beautiful!!!! We will be going back !!!!

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    Tea Leaf Lamb
    Tea Leaf Lamb
    Burmese Chicken Masala
    Burmese Chicken Masala
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    Borneo Eatery

    Borneo Eatery

    4.3
    (1.8k reviews)
    9.3 mi
    $$

    Really enjoyed Borneo Eatery. We ordered the Singapore Laksa, Nasi Campur, and Roti Prata and…read morepretty much cleaned everything up. The Singapore Laksa was my favorite. The curry broth was creamy, spicy, and packed with flavor. It came with shrimp, fish cake, tofu, egg, corn, bean sprouts, and noodles, so there was a lot in that bowl. There was actually an error with our order, but our server was so apologetic and immediately had the kitchen remake it. We didn't ask or complain, she just wanted to make it right. Really appreciated that. The Nasi Campur was great too. Rice with BBQ pork, Chinese sausage, fried chicken, and egg. Lots of different flavors on one plate and good if you want to try a little bit of everything. Roti Prata is always hard for me to pass up. Crispy and flaky on the outside, chewy inside, and that curry sauce they give you for dipping is so good. We finished that pretty quickly. Good food and even better service. Mistakes happen, especially at restaurants. How they handle them matters more to me, and our server handled ours perfectly. Would definitely come back.

    Been wanting to come to Borneo Kalimantan for more than 10 years since they were just a little…read moreportion with barely any room to sit. They since have expanded and finally we were able to go. With that said, we ordered the Roti Prata ($5.99) - comes with only 1 piece along with a very small portion of curry sauce to dip. Expensive for what it is. For entrees we got the Borneo Seafood 'From The Wok' (rice option, $17) but more like 'fried rice' consists of a few shrimps, strips of fish cake slices, and some fish ball halves; and their Gado Gado salad ($13) - a medley of fried tofu, some bean sprouts and cut cucumbers along with fried shallot toppings and peanut dressing, but the egg omitted. All were good but not great, well, actually the roti curry dipping was excellent but too bad it was so small. Excellent friendly staff. Seating was quick followed by their prompt ordering process, and alas, food came out fairly quickly. Why the 3-stars you might asks? I find the food price to be on the higher side for what they serve. $6 for a single piece of roti is a slight overkill considering we were used to getting two pieces accompanied with a much bigger bowl of curry compared to similar (Malaysian/Singaporean) restaurants. But this isn't the main issue.... The main (issue) surprise: There is an extra 3% credit-card surcharge on top of your bill which isn't noted anywhere as I found out after I got home. When the server came back with their little machine to pay, options were the 'tip' - starting with the usual at 18% so forth, and of course most tend to choose the first option, as I did. Brought my phone up close to device unit using Apple Pay and NFC kicks in! So in short, I paid 21% more on top of my regular bill. Question is, who doesn't use credit cards these days, or was it just another form of surcharge to cover employee health insurance to deter from mentioning? Be aware.

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    Borneo Eatery
    Hokkien Mie
    Hokkien Mie
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    Mutiara Food & Market

    Mutiara Food & Market

    4.3
    (200 reviews)
    8.8 mi
    $$

    Burmese cuisine with a variety of dishes…read more Got a couple of dishes to-go and definitely they were comfort foods. Mee tomyam: the lemongrass shined through and even though I was eating this soup during the summer it was quite nice. Mee goreng and kueh throw: both were good but I liked the Mee goreng more just because of my noodle preference. You can customize the spiciness level. Kang Kong: stir fried water spinach and probably my favorite vegetable Beef rendang: great with the kang kong Affordable meals and a decent serving size. This was all shared so we can try all the different items. Parking on street or metered parking.

    If you judge a restaurant by trendy decor or a packed dining room, you might overlook Mutiara Food…read more& Market. One reviewer described the place as "barren," and honestly, it is quiet and low-key. But that's part of the charm for me. Not every restaurant needs to be another overly curated, gentrified "hip" spot with hip signs and then charge an arm and a leg for the food. Something is refreshing about the tranquility here, a calm place where you can actually enjoy your meal and conversation. The place is also very clean. The owner is also incredibly friendly, and I enjoy chatting with him. This place has soul. My rating is solely on the food, consistent with all reviews. More importantly, the food delivers solid value, especially given that everything is halal, and the menu blends Malaysian, Burmese, Thai, and other Southeast Asian influences. Kueh Teow Goreng - 3/5. This dish is essentially the Malaysian/Indonesian cousin of Pad See Ew. The noodles were well-balanced in flavor - savory without becoming overly salty - and the beef was tender and paired nicely with the dish. The rice noodles are fresh. While it didn't quite reach the smoky "wok hei" heights that make the best versions unforgettable, it was still satisfying and thoughtfully prepared. Goat Curry - 3/5. I also tried the goat curry, which I enjoyed quite a bit. They use the right cuts of goat meat: tender, bone-in pieces that add depth and richness to the curry. The spice balance was good and comforting without overpowering the dish. I do wish the curry had a bit more tang and heartiness to push it to the next level, but overall, it was flavorful and enjoyable. The naan served alongside it was fresh, though I personally would've liked it a little fluffier. Overall, Mutiara Food & Market serves good, honest food at affordable prices. It may not be flashy, but it offers something increasingly rare: comforting halal Southeast Asian food in a peaceful, unpretentious setting.

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    Menu. Bottom items are certain days only. All halal.
    Menu. Bottom items are certain days only. All halal.
    Lamb Biryani
    Lamb Biryani
    Mutiara Food & Market

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