May 15, 2026 I'm writing this a week retrospectively from my experience, since I've been through a few things medically in the last week and needed time to think about our family's experience at Karma-Burlington. First - our server, Kendra A. Was really good and kind. She worked hard for the 7 of us and my few criticisms don't reflect on her at all. First - let me say that Karma/Burlington is not set up properly for large parties. Our table was located right next to the kitchen door. It is neither a gracious nor a comfortable place to have a large dinner together. Secondly, the table was both too narrow and not long enough to accommodate people and large plates of food. In other words, it was cramped and because of that, not nearly as welcoming as it could have been. Third - the music in the restaurant is obnoxious. It was always on the edge of being too loud and it's directed at a younger crowd .... People who either don't care about assaults on their hearing or who don't care about being able to have meaningful conversations at moderate levels. Now... let's talk about the food. Generally, it was really good, though their Pu-Pu platter for two sucks for the price ($37.00 each). There were no egg-rolls on it, only two fried shrimp, a stack of boneless Chinese rib pieces, and some chicken fingers - which were overly breaded and not worth eating. I also counted four crabs Rangoon pieces on each platter. Not exactly a generous offering!! I'd definitely skip this appetizer next time. Now - we chose, as a family, to eat communally - passing plates around and sharing everything. I've attached the photo of the receipt, so that you can see what we ordered. Three plates stood out as exceptional: the Coffee-braised short ribs were really delicious. Fattening, but amazing. The second was the Beef with mixed vegetables - one of my perennial favorites at Karma. The third was the Mongolian Beef, which was tender, savory, and delicious. The Stir-fried Yee Mein was not memorable and I'd not order it again. My eldest daughter ordered the Philly Maki and the Cucumber and Avocado Maki. Both were good but very much not exceptional. A number of us ordered the Hot & Sour soup and it was very good - as it usually is. The soup was served piping hot and quickly, which made it a small delight. The service we received was good across the board and the restaurant cannot be faulted for how busy they were.... Which I have to say did not at all impact the quality of our meal. If you want to go to Karma-Burlington as a group, tell the manager that you do not want the table where we were! Other than my specific concerns, it was a very good experience and I'm happy we went. read more

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We celebrated my daughter's birthday at Karma, and it was such a wonderful experience from start to finish. We booked our table in advance, and the reservation process was smooth--they did take a credit card to hold the table, which was totally fine and gave us peace of mind for a busy night. The staff was incredibly accommodating. They allowed us to bring our own birthday cake, and at the end of the meal they brought it out with birthday candles for my daughter, which made her feel so special. That thoughtful touch really meant a lot to us. The food was excellent. We loved the sushi--fresh, beautifully presented, and full of flavor. The Yin Yang Chicken was a standout dish, perfectly cooked and absolutely delicious. The drinks were also fantastic and paired really well with the food. Our server was very attentive and knowledgeable, offering great recommendations for both food and drinks, which made ordering easy and enjoyable. Even though the restaurant was packed, the service never felt rushed. The atmosphere and ambiance were lively, vibrant, and perfect for a celebration. You could really feel the energy of the place. Overall, Karma was the perfect spot for a birthday dinner--great food, great service, and a great vibe. We'll definitely be back for future celebrations and nights out. Highly recommend! read more

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All I have to say is WOW. This is one of the coolest and tastiest Chinese restaurants I've ever been to. I highly recommend Karma, it's awesome. The menu is huge, and it's fusion so there's a variety to choose from (including sushi). The ambiance is also so cool, it has a very futuristic feel. My brother and I came here for dinner and shared the Pu Pu platter for two and chicken fried rice. The platter came with golden chicken wings, boneless spare ribs, beef teriyaki, shrimp tempura, Krab Rangoon, chicken fingers, and pork & veggie egg rolls. Everything was absolutely delicious. The portion is perfect and all of the appetizers are cooked and marinated to perfection. My top three favorites out of the appetizers were the beef teriyaki, chicken fingers, and spare ribs. It came with spicy mustard and duck sauce for dipping. The rice was also some of the best I've ever had, each of the flavors of the ingredients was prevalent and the chicken was great. Everything came out quickly and the staff were super friendly and diligent. I will 10000% be back here again! read more

Karma Burlington - pu pu platter for two - delicious! - Asian Fusion Near Me - Burlington, Massachusetts

Sushi was fantastic here. The wait staff were pleasant and know how to make a good drink. The ambiance was just enough to feel you were in the right mood and not overpowering I'll be back. read more

Karma Burlington - This was in the Bar Area. Off the chain sushi - Asian Fusion Near Me - Burlington, Massachusetts

Karma is that GORL! I don't make the rules... they're just that good! Okay, so their aesthetic gives off a similar vibe to PF Chang's BUT I swear their food is FIRE! They offer Asian Fusion here and lots of seating available. I personally prefer to just order sushi and apps, skip the rice plates. We ordered two sushi rolls and two orders of nigiri. -- seared hamachi maki w/ caviar --phoenix sunrise --otoro black truffle dressing (2) x2 The star of the show was really the otoro black truffle dressing... OMG! It really surprised me because I've been to so many sushi spots, as sushi is probably my favorite, & it's definitely top 10 bites I've had, not even kidding. So much umami & ugh, the flavors just mesh SO WELL. We started off by ordering one order to try & ended up getting one more order before calling it a night haha. If there's one thing you absolutely have to get, it's that! The rolls were also very good & had a nice balance of filling to rice ratio. Highly recommend stopping by if you're shopping at Burlington mall or just in the area! Plenty of parking but it does get packed. read more

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I've personally never eaten here because i thought it was just another Asian fusion mall level food but the lady said nah i need to give it a go. YES. Glad she said let's eat there for dinner! We were doing a bit of holiday shopping and decided to eat there in a snow storm haha. Seated promptly at the sushi bar. We ordered: (2) Otoro Black truffle dressing (1) Seared hamachi caviar (1) Phoeni sunrise All the fish looked, smelled and texturally was fresh! Nice chew, good flavor combinations for each roll. Honestly i really just remember the Otoro black truffle dressing dish. It was such a great bite, we ordered a second serving. Each serving comes with only 2 pieces, haha wish it was 4 for the price but so be it! The Otoro was so fresh, nice chew, and the black truffle dressing was a star in presentation and flavor! Will literally be back just for that dish alone. Multiples. Plenty of free parking at Burlington mall, plenty of seating for dinner parties or date night. read more

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I've been to Karma countless times, and it's always amazing. Consistently one of my go-to spots. The black pepper udon noodles are a must -- easily one of the best dishes on the menu and something I order almost every time. The crab rangoons are delicious, perfectly crispy and flavorful. My favorite roll is the Pineapple Express, but honestly all of the sushi rolls are very good and well executed. That said, I'd personally stay away from most of the Chinese dishes as the sushi and noodles are where Karma really shines. Also, make a reservation because it's almost always packed. For locations: Westford is also amazing, and very consistent with this one. The Winchester location, while good, leans more into fine dining and is much more expensive , not really worth it in my opinion compared to the other spots. Overall, a fantastic restaurant if you order the right things. Highly recommend. read more

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Karma is a good Asian fusion restaurant. Our waiter was great. He was attentive and checked up on us frequently. The ambiance was modern. I was a fan. The highlight was the food. We had two items: the salt and pepper pork chop and the spicy garlic fried chicken. Usually salt and pepper pork shops tend to be greasy and heavy. The batter on these pork chops was light. The pork chops were also not overly salted. The star of the show was the garlic fried chicken though. If you are a fan of fried garlic, fried chillies and fried chicken (no batter though), this is your jam. All these flavors cane together well in this dish and I would visit establishment just for this dish. read more

Karma Burlington - Spicy garlic fried chicken - Asian Fusion Near Me - Burlington, Massachusetts

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By far, this was one of my favorite places I went all year. I was a little worried from the outside, looking in thinking it was gimmicky, but the food tasted amazing. Everything tasted fresh well seasoned and beautiful. The birds nest actually being an edible bird nest all the way to the stuffed crab that packed a punch with the spices. The truffle barbecue ribs was something different but something to fall in love with if you're a truffle lover. The portions were out of this world and worth the money. The atmosphere is good for a date or with family parking is pretty bad just because it's located at the mall anytime in town. I would go in a heartbeat. read more

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Amazing service and sushi! The drinks were also delicious and sooooo refreshing! I would definitely come back. The ambiance indoors is absolutely stunning as well. I will say it's a little bit on the pricier side but the experience is always worth every penny! read more

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Wanted to check out this spot and get a couple items to test the waters. Ordered online for pick up. Got there and it seems busy inside and moderately loud in the lobby area. This was around 730pm on a Sunday. As for food, I got a half order of roasted Peking duck with pancakes and an order of negi-hama maki. The duck was alright. Definitely not the best I've had. It is on the leaner side, which imo is not to my liking. What makes a cantonese style duck delicious is the fatties of the duck, the roasted texture of the glazed skin, and the taste of the spices. This duck did not have that wow factor that you can get in Chinatown or even the Chinese restaurant in Encore casino. Not a bad duck but I came in with high expectations. The negi-hama maki was good. It does come in tiny mini bite portion. Shrinkflation I guess. Overall, this restaurant is a typical fusion restaurant. My general impression is it tries to do too many things at once to target a specific customer. That's alright though. Not a bad thing. read more

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My friend took me to Karma in Burlington for a birthday lunch, and I really enjoyed it! Right from the outside, the place looks super clean and classy, definitely gives a nice first impression. When we walked in, it took a few minutes for someone to acknowledge us since the hostess was on the phone, but once another staff member noticed us, we were seated right away. They asked if we wanted to sit inside or outside, and we chose inside (because it was hot out and I sweat lol). We got a booth, which I always love and prefer, and it wasn't busy since it was lunchtime. We started with waters, which came right away, and I eventually got a Coke that hit the spot. For food, we ordered fried rice with shrimp and beef, the mango chicken, and the crazy maki roll. The food came out really fast (like within 10 minutes) and everything was delicious. The mango chicken really surprised me in the best way. The chicken was tender, sweet mango slices, and a great balance of sweet and savory. Our server was attentive for the most part, and overall it was a great experience. I'd definitely come back to try more of the menu! read more

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Came for the duck and it did not disappoint! Also got hot & sour soup and the bok choy- both very good. My friend got the udon noodles stir fry and she enjoyed it. Plenty of food, even leftovers for home. Service was excellent. The place was packed - recommend reservations. read more

Karma Burlington - 1/2 Duck, bok choy - Asian Fusion Near Me - Burlington, Massachusetts

Service was bad. Food was ok (don't order the duck). Price is not worth the small portion and quality. Not recommended

Asian Fusion cuisine located in the same plaza as the Burlington mall. This is a perfect place to go at anytime of day. I went with a group of 5 of us for dinner and anytime I go we do family style eating which is perfect. Food: we got the Peking duck to start which neverrr disappoints. We also got the pad Thai, Yuen yang spicy beef, black cod with citrus miso sauce, and the Mongolian beef. None come with rice so make sure to order some! They also have some great cocktails. I got the Andalusia which was the right amount of sweet and tangy. Service: the service was slow at first but definitely picked up once we started ordering. I like how anytime I'm here I never feel rushed to order or to finish my meal at a certain time. It gets busy at this location but the service is never rushed. Ambiance: They always have great music here. One time I went on the weekend and they were playing some hits! Felt like I was at a club while eating delicious food. They also have great decor inside. Always a wonderful time here and looking forward to coming back again! read more

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I really can't figure out the fascination with this place. Reviews and recommendations from the Phantom Gourmet, friends and colleagues had me hyped. I gave it a test to see how everything was and I was unimpressed with everything. Duck Bao was dry. Duck is usually fatty, but you're served the thinnest slice and is served dry and chewy. Wonton soup had no filling. Sushi is basic or you pay $25 for some "special roll". My ancestors would cry. Servers are polite. But, I just can't say this was remotely okay. read more

Karma Burlington - Wonton soup, no filling - Asian Fusion Near Me - Burlington, Massachusetts

For parties of at least 4, order the Chinese New Year party drink! Things I would recommend: Hot & sour soup Karma three layers Peking duck Dry scallop & egg white fried rice Cantonese basil chow fun Hamachi black truffle dressing Hokkaido scallops Otoro with caviar truffle Red Sox roll read more

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Had made reservations for dinner with family and it was the six of us. The place was packed at 8:30 pm and was very active. Loud music and all tables occupied! We got straight to ordering which included a few cocktails and beers. Food wise, we did not order much but our order included a very tasty Vegetarian Ma Po Tofu ($18) and Yeun Yang Spicy Chicken ($22). Price wise, I felt the menu to be slightly on the expensive end for Burlington! Service was quick and food arrived within 20 minutes of ordering. A good option in Burlington if you are craving for some delicious and spicy Sichuan food! read more

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The Chinese food and the sushi was bomb! Super flavorful and beautiful presentation all around. Some of the Chinese dishes represent authentic Chinese such as the Scallop Glass Noodles, and I think it did a good job at that. The beef udon was very yummy and the sauce was great. I also really liked the sushi although they are so expensive. Drinks were the star! I was amazed at how pretty and unique each drink was. They all tasted unique and some were more strong than the others. The mai tai was very good, and strong. We came here for my friend's birthday and they kind of failed to deliver dessert. We told our server previously that we wanted the mochi dessert as a surprise for our friend and she completely forgot and asked us again what we wanted in front of her -- Overall, food was great and the ambiance was nice. The DJ did a great job and took a song request. read more

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We were 4 at Burlington, my sister-in-law called for a reservation and got one, she asked if the restaurant served Bud Light and she was told yes. We arrived early and went to the Bar for a drink we were then informed they do not have any regular beer. We were seated and 3 of us got Hibachi, two came out both on one large plate and one came on a small plate that was not big enough to hold just the meal and then once the rice was added it spilled everywhere. All of the Hibachi restaurants we have been to always do fried rice this was very sticky white rice. The beef was tough and hard to chew. We finished payed the bill we were finishing our cocktails and getting ready to leave, when we were approached by a manager we were told after her name was Gabby. She asked us how everything was and then stated they have table time restrictions and we needed to wrap up. We spent almost $300 with tip. I have not had a table restriction since COVID. I could understand if the bill wasn't paid but that was not acceptable, to be asked to leave, very disappointing and we will not be back, or recommend Karma. read more

Went there with my nonchalant family the cat looks a bit weird and ngl we just had to say city boy to ask for service 4.1/10 read more

Karma Burlington - The cat - Asian Fusion Near Me - Burlington, Massachusetts

Had a dinner for 4 here. We started with the sashimi ceviche, which was incredible. The fish and fruit were super fresh, and the citrus flavor paired well. We got the grand sushi and sashimi platter which came with an assortment of different sushi and sashimi. They were all unique and delicious, with different flavor profiles. Unfortunately I don't know the specific names of each one. Overall, pricy but delicious experience! read more

Karma Burlington - Grand Sushi and Sashimi Platter - Asian Fusion Near Me - Burlington, Massachusetts

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The place has great decorations !! The food portions are so small for the price . The appetizer lettuce wrap barely had any chicken. Is too pricey for small portions. read more

Server was unprofessional, food was subpar. The only thing keeping this place running is the atmosphere which tricks people to pay the high prices read more

I've reviewed the lunch specials previously so I'm added a review just for my cocktail. The Toki Green Tea martini is happiness in a black glittering glass. The flavors are intriguing and the balance of sweet and spicy is perfection. This is a cocktail to consume mindfully . Sip lightly and savor read more

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The hostess staff, some waiters and bar staff behaved very entitled and rude. Our waiter barely came to our table. We were trying to celebrate a colleagues accomplishment and were hoping to have tables close together. Felt like the could have made this happen but almost wanted to not give us what we wanted. They were constantly trying to clear our table despite us not having finished our food. It felt like they were actively trying to work against you the whole time you were there. Both tables kicked out at 2 hours despite there being no wait. (Understandable if there is a wait but there clearly was not) Basically felt like the customers were an inconvenience to the staff. The whole vibe was consistent with a toxic workplace environment. Food and drinks were delicious but staff made it so I will never go back. You are adjacent to the Burlington mall not on Newbury street in Boston, relax.... read more

The place is clean and quaint. The staff are kind and efficient, the food and cocktails are delicious and the prices are reasonable. I will return! read more

The sushi and hot kitchen food was surprisingly good -- surprise because it's attached to Burlington Mall. It definitely had a wow factor from the exterior but parking is difficult on a weekend. Sashimi were thick cut and very fresh -- also presentation is very nice here. The salmon on fire was amazing! The sauce glaze and crunches on it made it taste so good. The seafood birds nest came with very fresh seafood (would get again). I would skip the Peking duck as it wasn't crispy or anything special from a roasted duck. There was a nice large bar area in the front that's quick stop for a drink and appetizer. read more

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Really enjoyed this place. My wife and I tried to come here for dinner a few months ago and this place was fully packed. We were quickly seated for a late Sunday lunch. Our server was great. She had a great attitude and was very attentive. The go to dish here is the Salmon on Fire appetizer. It is a great show and the taste was phenomenal. It had a hint of smoke with a sweet and sour profile from the raspberry glaze. This place has a great vibe. I can see why it was busy at night time. It's a great date spot. Really liked the decor and the showmanship of the dishes. Can't wait to go back. read more

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This should definitely be a 5 start restaurant. AMAZING sushi and great service . Hot & sour soup is delicious and the seaweed salad is on point . Highly recommend!!!!! Visiting from Chicago and came here twice while visiting area.!!!! read more

Karma Burlington - Asian Fusion Near Me - Burlington, Massachusetts

Very beautiful restaurant, clean and quiet. There were a lot of options on the menus, something for everyone! We had Salmon on Fire, and a few specialty rolls. They were very tasty and definitely had their own twist to it. The only negative thing I have to mention is that their rolls are very, very tiny along with their sashimi. It's very expensive, so I was hoping for a decent size. The service was very attentive and quick, and they explained what everything was and how they were going to torch their salmon. It was a great experience, and I will be back to try out more of their menu options. read more

Karma Burlington - Salmon On Fire - Asian Fusion Near Me - Burlington, Massachusetts

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If you looking for American Chinese food, with expensive prices, this is for you. I heard so much about it, friends coming here. So one night decided to try it. I had the general food like crab Rangoon, spring rolls, chicken and white steamed rice. I will admit the food was good, pricy, but other choices were much more. The restaurant is very nice, great place for friends, family. Only thing is the music is very loud. You feel like you at a dance club. Very nice inside, clean, clean restroom as well. Would not come on a regular basis. But so glad I came. FYI; they don't give you a knife. Just a fork and chopsticks. So beware if you are used to cutting your food. read more

Went last night with two friends. We're all older than 65. The food is good, the service excellent, but the ambiance was terrible for people our age. The music is very loud, we (and I'm sure everyone in the restaurant) had to yell to be heard. My husband's ears were ringing when we left. Why don't restaurants have a quiet section for people who don't want to be bombarded with noise? There are a lot of us older folks and we still like to eat out, but it's hard to find a place where the noise level isn't uncomfortable these days. read more

Ari is amazing! Amazing drinks and service. Will be back to see her. We ordered a mojitos, sushi and apps. She was very attentive!

Food was 4/5 Service was 2/5 Ambient was 5/5 Price was reasonable 4.5/5 The overall was ok experience. Only thing that was the service that was not attentive. read more

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Food is good. We are frequent customers. Would strongly recommend against going there on a Saturday night- even with reservations you might wait for a long time, meanwhile treated rude by hostess and get bad service if you have managed to get seated. It is also too loud to have a conversation on weekends. Good experience on a week night. be careful about asking questions about precautions about allergies as server knowledge about it varies. read more

Nice food arrangement. Great quality. Worth of money. High recommended. Would like to try some Chinese food next time read more

Karma Burlington - 6 course omakase - Asian Fusion Near Me - Burlington, Massachusetts

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Picked up take out for Christmas dinner & it was great! The quality was excellent, price was fair and the staff at the hostess booth was friendly and very accommodating. It was nice that they were open at 2pm Christmas day. The restaurant is sleek and understated. read more

We were pleasantly surprised by this restaurant! You never know with "mall restaurants"! It was so clean and new and the host and wait staff were so friendly and efficient! We went for lunch on a weekday, and placed our order...I went to wash my hands, and got back and the appetizers were there! Love it when that happens! My mother and husband both ordered the lunch specials, so their hot & sour soups were served first along with my order of edamame. All came hot and fresh. The wait staff were super great with clearing dishes immediately after we finished a plate. Love places that take care of you! They both really appreciated the serving size of their lunch specials and enjoyed their meals. I ordered the Idaho maki and avocado/cucumber maki. They were so delicious and fresh and totally hit the spot. I'm pretty picky about my sushi, so the fact that this meal left me happy says a lot! I highly recommend this restaurant! From the moment we walked in to the moment we left, we had a great experience! Will most definitely be back! read more

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The food is excellent, unfortunately the poor service attitude tarnishes the culinary efforts. The host set the tune with a rude and almost discriminatory attitude; definitely not inviting. This was falsely overcome with the vacancies noted and taken at the bar. The next interaction was with a worse attitude by a bartender whose name I was not able to get. Fortunately one of the other bartender's by the name of Arianna was Awesome. Arianna saved the experience for the evening. The cost would be appropriate if the service was much better. I hope the host and servers quickly adopt a service oriented mentality that presents high quality equivalent to the culinary efforts. The DJ was excellent and the facility appeared to be kept nice and clean. This experience was definitely not worth the cost. read more

Karma Burlington - Side view of the bar and DJ. - Asian Fusion Near Me - Burlington, Massachusetts