I walked into SHWE Burmese Restaurant at 11:05 am, just after opening. I was the only one there…read more The room was calm and unhurried, the faint aroma of hot tea rising through the quiet like a welcome ritual before the day began. Then came the pineapple fried rice with pork belly. Savory, caramelized pork belly met bright bursts of pineapple in a perfect sweet-salt balance. Fluffy rice studded with peas, carrots, and ribbons of egg. My three year old son dove in without hesitation, happily scooping forkfuls of rice and pineapple like he had discovered treasure. No negotiations. Just joy. Fifteen minutes later, box in hand, the real event began. Across melting ice. A sharp jaywalk. A cut through the gas station. A full sprint toward the train station as the gates threatened to close and my family waited. It was an unofficial, record-breaking mile fueled entirely by fried rice ambition. Once the cold air finally left my lungs, I cracked open the box. Steam rose into the winter air. The smell alone was victory. I ate every last grain on that train, a triumphant feast earned the hard way. My wife was not impressed with how close I cut it. I, however, stand by the decision. Some meals are worth the sprint.

Shwe Burmese is a small (about five tables) family-run restaurant which serves Burmese food and…read moresushi. The Burmese dishes I tried were very good. A tea leaf salad or Lat phat thoat has "Crispy pea, peanut, sesame seed and garlic oil with ground pickle tea leaf, cabbage and tomato." It was a little funky, a bit like kimchi, with a wonderful textural crunch provided by the peanuts. Palata (deep fried layered & flattened dough), commonly served at street food stalls, is reminiscent of scallion pancakes (without the scallion). In this case, it was served with a chicken, potato, and dahl stew. The saltiness of the stew was tamed by the layered and fatty dough. I might skip the chicken dumplings because those were boiled from frozen, store bought items. The pandan dessert, similar to a bubble tea, was an added extra. I'd definitely go again.

We drove around aimlessly trying to find Moonwink. A quick call revealed they sell now their food…read morein a liquor store. We stopped and paid 29 and change for two moderately sized dishes. They were ok, not great. Upon return from vacation we saw the "closed" notice here on Yelp and Google. I personally don't recommend the take out experience.

I tried to visit Moonwink last year when I was in Manchester on a ski trip, but I got there too…read morelate since they close at 5pm. When I was back this year I made sure that I got off the mountain in time to finally try Burmese food and I am so happy I did. Located in a converted house on Main Street in Manchester, Vt. you will find a casual funky restaurant serving superb food. The inside has an order counter in front of the kitchen and a dining area with eclectic decor and tables to eat at. You order and pay at the counter and they bring the food out to you when it is ready, the food is served in disposable dishes and plastic cutlery is available. The menu is very concise, with appetizers, rice bowls, noodles and salads; there is a cooler with a selection of canned and bottled drinks. I wanted the Moh Hinga, fish stew and the owner was nice enough to make it for me even though it was not suppose to be available on Tuesdays. What I got was a good sized bowl of noodles in a rich spicy broth topped with yellow split pea fritters, tomatoes, hard boiled egg, cilantro. This was one of the best meals I have had in a while, hearty, spicy, crunchy and really satisfying. I thoroughly enjoyed my meal at Moonwink, the owners were incredibly friendly and welcoming, the restaurant is fun, casual and serves great food. A really high recommendation especially if you want to try a different cuisine that is not widely available. I know if I am in the area again I will be back.

This place is the place if you want fast and great quality food. I love this place so much I go…read morehere every year on my birthday. The yellow curry is so good. W place.

outstanding as usual. I have been coming to get food there for…read moremany years. It had never disappointed. Consistent.