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TL;DR: Halal Burmese joint with excellent curries in particular. Might be closer to a 4, but I'll bump it up until I try it again I went to the new Burmese Bites location with a group about a week ago, having had their food before at the Queens Night Market but never having unfortunately gone to their whole location in a mall in Elmhurst. The new space was casual but nice and is, from what I'm aware, walk-in only. There were many people waiting for tables or takeout while we were eating, and especially afterward, so you may want to come early. In terms of the food, it's hard to compare to some of the other Burmese spots, as we shared a bunch of dishes that I haven't had in many places, except for two staples. One of them (Mohinga) was worse here, and the other (Tea Leaf Salad) was comparatively better than the Queens spots. The first dish that arrived was their alright take on the Burmese national dish, Mohinga, a catfish soup with lemongrass, turmeric, ginger, and cilantro for $15. As we were splitting everything, they provided bowls and extra spoons for everyone, and the portion was definitely decent for the price. The dish was decent, but it felt like it was missing something. I like the amount of fritters, but I wish there were more banana blossom for texture. I also felt the flavor was a bit too light compared to either Sophie's or Asian Bowl, and less thick. I'm not sure if it's because they're straining it too much, but the dish needed the fish sauce on the table to add more flavor, which is usually not the case. The most comparable version is at Little Myanmar, which definitely isn't my favorite version of this soup. The other comparable dish, but better, was the Lahpet Thoke for the same price, listed as a funky fermented tea-leaf salad. Compared to other places, the size was between Asian Bowl and Sophie's, and the flavor was much better than Asian Bowl's, as theirs was a bit wet. The dish otherwise had a nice fermented flavor with a good amount of crunchiness, as it should, though it could have used a little bit more heat. Overall, I liked it, with the only better version being the much more expensive one at Little Myanmar. Our only other appetizer was something I added to the meal. This was their excellent Keema Palata for $12, listed as crispy palata stuffed with ground chicken and spices. I decided to add this partially because I love this dish, and it was one of the things I liked a lot when they served it at the Night Market. The portion was plentiful, and the chicken inside was well spiced with a bit of butteriness from the palata, which is the Burmese version of a paratha, of course. I guess the only complaint I can make is that some of the crust felt a bit overcooked, but not so much that it wasn't enjoyable. I would recommend this. The other main dishes all came with rice and were less comparable and better. My favorite, barely, was the NgaShint Chaut Sat for $25, listed as crispy eel tossed in spicy chili mix. It reminded me of a better version of a similar dish you can find in many Szechuan spots. By comparison, the dish had a nice mix of sweetness and spice with a definite kick. I also preferred the eel, as it was cut up into bigger pieces and it wasn't overly fried, so you could still get a bit of texture. The fried garlic added a nice aroma throughout the dish, as well as some good crunch, along with the chili and other spices. This was wonderful. Most people's favorite was the $19 Ah Meh Tha Hin, a beef curry cooked with lemongrass and herbs. The beef itself was fork-tender, so a knife wasn't necessary. The spices from the rather thick curry included some nice herbal sourness from the lemongrass, along with some heat and a bit of sweetness. Due to the thickness and spices, the curry reminded me, to an extent, of some semi-dry rendangs, but less coconut-forward and a bit less fiery. I would highly recommend this. The last dish was the other $19 curry, the Nga Hin, a fish curry cooked in Burmese masala. The fish in this case was swai, or basa/catfish. The fish itself was tender, but it didn't fully fall apart in the curry, which I liked, as it kept some texture. The curry itself was on the slightly sour end, but not too much for any of our palates. This was also very tasty, and I would recommend it if you want a curry that is flavorful but not spicy. I would prefer to go back to this place before giving it a true rating to try the Shan Noodles and other dishes I am more familiar with, but based on what I tried, I liked it. This is another nice option in the area for those looking for a different halal food experience, and it's great if you're not in the mood to go to Elmhurst for other Burmese options.
Once a staple of Queens Center Mall, they now have recently re-opened at a new location in Astoria with an expanded menu. The space has an awkward layout. The takeout ordering counter is tucked all the way in the back in next to the kitchen, so you have to weave through the tables to get there. There's also no designated waiting area which means you're standing right by the kitchen entrance and constantly in the way of staff going in and out. I stopped by on their second day of service and the place was packed, every table was full. It looked like the staff was a bit overwhelmed the crowd. My takeout order took a good thirty minutes, so I think there are still a few kinks to work out. I ordered the Curry Chicken Palata and an order of Pat Tote (fried chicken wontons). The Chicken Curry Palata comes with flaky flatbread and a small container of chicken curry. The curry was mildly spiced with a slightly creamy consistency and generous chunks of chicken and potatoes. I liked the flavor overall, but found it just a little too oily for my taste. I actually ended up eating the curry with plain rice instead of the flatbread and preferred it that way. The fried chicken wontons were the standout. It was fried perfectly with very thin crispy wrappers which I loved. The house tamarind sauce perfectly paired with it and helped cut through the richness of the fried wontons. Overall, I'm glad to see them back and I think Burmese food deserves more representation in New York. They also offer weekday lunch specials, so I'm planning to come back and give those a try.
Burmese Bites has been featured at the Queens Night Market, Church fairs, and also at the food court in the Queens Center Mall. This restaurant in Astoria is their new venture; what a great addition to the neighborhood! It's a family run business and the family works hard every night! Open 5pm to 9pm nightly; Closed on Sundays. *For takeout and pickup orders, enter via their side entrance. *They have a lunch menu but it's not available yet since their hours are 5pm-9pm during this soft-opening period. They do NOT take reservations; not even for large parties. So don't be surprised if you have to wait for a table. They're quite popular!! We came early on a Tues evening, and didn't have a problem getting a table for 8ppl but by the time we left, there was quite a few ppl waiting for a table. Their menu is quite extensive! It includes appetizers, Palata flat breads, classic Burmese dishes, noodles, salads & dessert. The hard part is choosing which dishes to try since they ALL sound delicious! It's best to go with a few people and share dishes. Family-Style is definitely the way to go! *Note that they've only been open for less than a month, and some menu items may not be available yet. But rest assured; there are plenty of dishes on their menu to pick from. Here is tonight's Menu (shared by 4): -- Lahpet Thoke ($15): Tea Leaf Salad. Good; pretty standard; fresh and tasty -- Mohingo (Natl Dish of Burma) ($15): Catfish soup w.lemongrass, tumeric, ginger & cilantro. This was my first time trying this dish and I thought it was good; even better if you add some fish sauce for an extra flavor zing! -- Ah Meh Tha Hin ($19): Beef Curry w.lemongrass & herbs; served w.Rice. This was my fave dish of the night. The beef was tender and the curry sauce had depth of flavor; so flavorful! -- Nga Hin ($19): Basa Fish Curry cooked in Burmese Masala; served w.Rice. This was my 2nd fave dish of the night. The fish was meaty and cooked perfectly; not overcooked at all. The curry sauce was delicious. -- NgaShint Chaunt Sat ($25): Crispy Eel in spicy chili mix; served w.Rice. Good dish. It reminded me of the Szechuan dish. Spicy but a tad bit too salty for me. -- Keema Palata ($12): Crispy Flatbread stuffed with ground chicken and spices. This was such a satisfying dish. The flatbread was toasty crispy goodness, and the stuffing was very flavorful. -- Dessert: they have lots of dessert options on their menu but we were too full and skipped it. Next time! Surprisingly, there aren't that many Burmese restaurants in NY but Burmese Bites ranks in the top 3 for me. I would definitely return to try other dishes and repeat some faves. Customer service was friendly and welcoming. Not sure what to order? Just ask. They will offer suggestions! Parking: free street parking available, as well as metered parking until 7pm. Looking forward to a return visit SOON! :-)
Tried this in Japan fest and loved it and I'm so happy they have a new location. I tried the dry peanut chicken noodle, chicken palata and tea leaf salad. Everything was delicious, I just wish they made it more spicy! The owner came and spoke to us which was nice
2 days ago
What can I say, Burmese Bites is the best new restaurant to open in Astoria in 2026. They took over the old Point Brazil and are currently in soft-opening mode, with limited weekday hours. Burmese Bites' history begins outside Astoria. For 30 years, they were a popular fixture at the Queens Night Market, church fairs, and various local food halls, so their Astoria location is their first brick-and-mortar store, conveniently close to Steinway Street. Burmese Bites' theme is street food, hence the small size and tasty curries and sweet Burmese tea, of which I had two cups on two visits. Their extensive menu offers an accessible crash course in Burmese cuisine, with most dishes priced under $20. Their best-known order is Crispy Palata. However, I selected the shrimp curry, which was perfectly portioned. What I particularly appreciated was a family-owned and operated restaurant where everyone, down to the son, helped out to keep the orders going. On my first visit, it was hard to get a table, but I still found a good seat. On my second visit, plenty of tables were available, so seating wasn't an issue. read more
24 days ago
Ambiance (5/5): No frills, not loud, clean, and open. Service (5/5): This family run restaurant was a delight, with every staff member coming to check in throughout. The owner's kids are friendly too! I had a hard time choosing what to order and the owner provided suggestions. I ended up over-ordering an extra dish to try. (Glad I did!) Food (5/5): Both dishes were super flavorful, literally no suggestions to make them better. Affordable dishes too ($15-18) Ohno Kaukswe - noodle curry that reminds me of a khao soi. The broth is rich with flavor, thicker than soup (which I liked), and also liked the noodle thickness/chew. Chicken Curry Palata - a small bowl of chicken soaked in a broth with a side of roti to dip and enjoy with. This is a smaller dish that I would recommend sharing as an app. I can't wait to come back and try their other dishes! read more
TL;DR: Halal Burmese joint with excellent curries in particular. Might be closer to a 4, but I'll bump it up until I try it again I went to the new Burmese Bites location with a group about a week ago, having had their food before at the Queens Night Market but never having unfortunately gone to their whole location in a mall in Elmhurst. The new space was casual but nice and is, from what I'm aware, walk-in only. There were many people waiting for tables or takeout while we were eating, and especially afterward, so you may want to come early. In terms of the food, it's hard to compare to some of the other Burmese spots, as we shared a bunch of dishes that I haven't had in many places, except for two staples. One of them (Mohinga) was worse here, and the other (Tea Leaf Salad) was comparatively better than the Queens spots. The first dish that arrived was their alright take on the Burmese national dish, Mohinga, a catfish soup with lemongrass, turmeric, ginger, and cilantro for $15. As we were splitting everything, they provided bowls and extra spoons for everyone, and the portion was definitely decent for the price. The dish was decent, but it felt like it was missing something. I like the amount of fritters, but I wish there were more banana blossom for texture. I also felt the flavor was a bit too light compared to either Sophie's or Asian Bowl, and less thick. I'm not sure if it's because they're straining it too much, but the dish needed the fish sauce on the table to add more flavor, which is usually not the case. The most comparable version is at Little Myanmar, which definitely isn't my favorite version of this soup. The other comparable dish, but better, was the Lahpet Thoke for the same price, listed as a funky fermented tea-leaf salad. Compared to other places, the size was between Asian Bowl and Sophie's, and the flavor was much better than Asian Bowl's, as theirs was a bit wet. The dish otherwise had a nice fermented flavor with a good amount of crunchiness, as it should, though it could have used a little bit more heat. Overall, I liked it, with the only better version being the much more expensive one at Little Myanmar. Our only other appetizer was something I added to the meal. This was their excellent Keema Palata for $12, listed as crispy palata stuffed with ground chicken and spices. I decided to add this partially because I love this dish, and it was one of the things I liked a lot when they served it at the Night Market. The portion was plentiful, and the chicken inside was well spiced with a bit of butteriness from the palata, which is the Burmese version of a paratha, of course. I guess the only complaint I can make is that some of the crust felt a bit overcooked, but not so much that it wasn't enjoyable. I would recommend this. The other main dishes all came with rice and were less comparable and better. My favorite, barely, was the NgaShint Chaut Sat for $25, listed as crispy eel tossed in spicy chili mix. It reminded me of a better version of a similar dish you can find in many Szechuan spots. By comparison, the dish had a nice mix of sweetness and spice with a definite kick. I also preferred the eel, as it was cut up into bigger pieces and it wasn't overly fried, so you could still get a bit of texture. The fried garlic added a nice aroma throughout the dish, as well as some good crunch, along with the chili and other spices. This was wonderful. Most people's favorite was the $19 Ah Meh Tha Hin, a beef curry cooked with lemongrass and herbs. The beef itself was fork-tender, so a knife wasn't necessary. The spices from the rather thick curry included some nice herbal sourness from the lemongrass, along with some heat and a bit of sweetness. Due to the thickness and spices, the curry reminded me, to an extent, of some semi-dry rendangs, but less coconut-forward and a bit less fiery. I would highly recommend this. The last dish was the other $19 curry, the Nga Hin, a fish curry cooked in Burmese masala. The fish in this case was swai, or basa/catfish. The fish itself was tender, but it didn't fully fall apart in the curry, which I liked, as it kept some texture. The curry itself was on the slightly sour end, but not too much for any of our palates. This was also very tasty, and I would recommend it if you want a curry that is flavorful but not spicy. I would prefer to go back to this place before giving it a true rating to try the Shan Noodles and other dishes I am more familiar with, but based on what I tried, I liked it. This is another nice option in the area for those looking for a different halal food experience, and it's great if you're not in the mood to go to Elmhurst for other Burmese options. read more
Once a staple of Queens Center Mall, they now have recently re-opened at a new location in Astoria with an expanded menu. The space has an awkward layout. The takeout ordering counter is tucked all the way in the back in next to the kitchen, so you have to weave through the tables to get there. There's also no designated waiting area which means you're standing right by the kitchen entrance and constantly in the way of staff going in and out. I stopped by on their second day of service and the place was packed, every table was full. It looked like the staff was a bit overwhelmed the crowd. My takeout order took a good thirty minutes, so I think there are still a few kinks to work out. I ordered the Curry Chicken Palata and an order of Pat Tote (fried chicken wontons). The Chicken Curry Palata comes with flaky flatbread and a small container of chicken curry. The curry was mildly spiced with a slightly creamy consistency and generous chunks of chicken and potatoes. I liked the flavor overall, but found it just a little too oily for my taste. I actually ended up eating the curry with plain rice instead of the flatbread and preferred it that way. The fried chicken wontons were the standout. It was fried perfectly with very thin crispy wrappers which I loved. The house tamarind sauce perfectly paired with it and helped cut through the richness of the fried wontons. Overall, I'm glad to see them back and I think Burmese food deserves more representation in New York. They also offer weekday lunch specials, so I'm planning to come back and give those a try. read more
Burmese Bites has been featured at the Queens Night Market, Church fairs, and also at the food court in the Queens Center Mall. This restaurant in Astoria is their new venture; what a great addition to the neighborhood! It's a family run business and the family works hard every night! Open 5pm to 9pm nightly; Closed on Sundays. *For takeout and pickup orders, enter via their side entrance. *They have a lunch menu but it's not available yet since their hours are 5pm-9pm during this soft-opening period. They do NOT take reservations; not even for large parties. So don't be surprised if you have to wait for a table. They're quite popular!! We came early on a Tues evening, and didn't have a problem getting a table for 8ppl but by the time we left, there was quite a few ppl waiting for a table. Their menu is quite extensive! It includes appetizers, Palata flat breads, classic Burmese dishes, noodles, salads & dessert. The hard part is choosing which dishes to try since they ALL sound delicious! It's best to go with a few people and share dishes. Family-Style is definitely the way to go! *Note that they've only been open for less than a month, and some menu items may not be available yet. But rest assured; there are plenty of dishes on their menu to pick from. Here is tonight's Menu (shared by 4): -- Lahpet Thoke ($15): Tea Leaf Salad. Good; pretty standard; fresh and tasty -- Mohingo (Natl Dish of Burma) ($15): Catfish soup w.lemongrass, tumeric, ginger & cilantro. This was my first time trying this dish and I thought it was good; even better if you add some fish sauce for an extra flavor zing! -- Ah Meh Tha Hin ($19): Beef Curry w.lemongrass & herbs; served w.Rice. This was my fave dish of the night. The beef was tender and the curry sauce had depth of flavor; so flavorful! -- Nga Hin ($19): Basa Fish Curry cooked in Burmese Masala; served w.Rice. This was my 2nd fave dish of the night. The fish was meaty and cooked perfectly; not overcooked at all. The curry sauce was delicious. -- NgaShint Chaunt Sat ($25): Crispy Eel in spicy chili mix; served w.Rice. Good dish. It reminded me of the Szechuan dish. Spicy but a tad bit too salty for me. -- Keema Palata ($12): Crispy Flatbread stuffed with ground chicken and spices. This was such a satisfying dish. The flatbread was toasty crispy goodness, and the stuffing was very flavorful. -- Dessert: they have lots of dessert options on their menu but we were too full and skipped it. Next time! Surprisingly, there aren't that many Burmese restaurants in NY but Burmese Bites ranks in the top 3 for me. I would definitely return to try other dishes and repeat some faves. Customer service was friendly and welcoming. Not sure what to order? Just ask. They will offer suggestions! Parking: free street parking available, as well as metered parking until 7pm. Looking forward to a return visit SOON! :-) read more
2 months ago
Tried this in Japan fest and loved it and I'm so happy they have a new location. I tried the dry peanut chicken noodle, chicken palata and tea leaf salad. Everything was delicious, I just wish they made it more spicy! The owner came and spoke to us which was nice read more
Nice casual spot for Burmese food. Service is great and the food comes out pretty fast. The tea leaf salad is definitely a great starter, the palata is solid and very similar to roti canai, and the noodles are excellent. I'm used to pretty spicy food, so I thought everything could've used a little more heat, but overall it was still very good. read more
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