Parking can be a challenge during dinner time. We managed to get a spot two blocks away…read more We got there at 5ish and we were the only customers there. We ordered the Tea Leaf Salad, Shrimp Okra Curry, and Pan Tay Noodles. They have a good recipe for those items...like homecooking. The server was polite and welcoming. Also, the restaurant is casual and clean.

Got the Pan Fried Egg Noodle (4/5 stars) , Spicy Crispy Chicken 2/5, Tuna Salad 2/5, and Rice…read morePan to go. Egg noodles were fine. Nothing special, but decent. Tuna salad and spicy crispy chicken were nearly flavorless despite having spicy in the name of one. Waitstaff and host were great. Very friendly (5/5). Ambiance is fine 3/5. Typical.

I haven't had good food in a while. Sometimes when I eat at Asian restaurants, it's just not as…read moreauthentic. Having said that, Mingalaba is probably the most authentic Asian restaurant I've eaten at so far. You can there that there's no shortcuts with the dishes, nothing is watered down, everything is just real. The coconut chicken soup is something out of this world. It's not spicy at all. I can't describe it but it was really delicious, as with all the other dishes. The service was amazing and they even amended some of our dishes so that we could feed it to our kid (non-spicy). I really like this restaurant. Only such a shame we live so far now and only just discovered it. I'd visit again if I'm around.

We visit this restaurant occasionally due to its proximity to home, but the experience tends to be…read moreinconsistent. While there are a few highlights, several dishes don't quite justify the premium pricing. The Burmese beef and lamb curries are really good--the meat is consistently tender and the flavors are deep and well-developed. We also really enjoyed the rainbow salad and the paratha with curry sauce, though both felt overpriced for what they are. Other menu items have been disappointing: * Catfish Chowder: This was fairly average and bore a strange resemblance to pea soup. * Walnut Broccoli Chicken: Another mediocre dish that failed to leave an impression.

Everything was amazing. Tea leaf salad, coconut rice, rainbow salad, basil chicken- all 5 star!…read moreService was great!

It's been a while since the last time we've come to Burma Superstar, but we saw the restaurant week…read moremenu and decided it was about time to come back! This time it was a $90 set with 2 drinks, 2 servings of rice of your choice, a trio of their salads, and 2 entrees - honestly a great deal and I think the waitstaff mentioned it's about a $150 value, which I completely believe. Our party of 4 arrived around 8:15, and waited about 15 minutes to get seated - definitely try to join the ahead of time because they saved us! It's cozy, clean and well decorated inside, and though the tables are a little close you have plenty of space and it's not too loud for conversations. We got two sets of the $90 menu - which was probably a mistake since we were stuffed and had plenty of leftovers. Drinks: we got 4 different drinks - the mango Lassi, spiced sunset, nanda breeze and burma cooler. All of these were excellent, refreshing and great for balancing the strong flavors of the entrees! Rice: we always get the coconut rice, so this time we opted for 2 scoops of coconut rice and 2 scoops of the burmese fried rice - the fried rice was tasty but not as fragrant as the coconut rice so we'll probably stick to that in the future Salad trio: this included the iconic tea leaf salad, along with the pea shoot salad, and superstar noodle salad. The pea shoot salad was a surprising favorite, and I'd even consider getting that over the tea leaf salad in the future! The noodle salad was pretty filling but tasty - maybe good if you're not planning to get a bunch of entrees On to the entrees: these are all super flavorful, umami, and can get a little heavy if you don't balance it out with the rice and salads. We got the pazun kyaw (chili prawns), nga phel hin (a sort of fish patty in tomato curry sauce with fresh cucumber slices), chili lamb, and basil chili pork belly. The chili lamb was a standout - super tender, flavorful and our overall favorite. The basil chili pork belly is a close second, but a bit oilier and heavier. The nga phel hin was tasty but a little too heavy /salty - slightly helped by the cucumber but there were only 4 slices with the dish. The chili prawns had great flavor but unfortunately were a little overcooked. Overall, this was an excellent meal! Burma Superstar never fails to be a great place for a large, flavorful family style dinner. I'm glad we got to try multiple new things from the menu through the restaurant week offer, and I'll be able to switch up my typical order in the future based on what we tried this time!

I was visiting my friend in the Bay Area in January, and Burmese food is a little more available…read morehere than San Diego so I wanted to give it a try. This was a great introduction! The service was quick and friendly, and ambiance was homey! We got the garlic noodles (which I think might be more of an Asian fusion thing that is popular in the Bay Area), which I enjoyed. There seemed like there was minced crispy fried garlic on top of the noodles. We also had the pumpkin curry, which I have had before in homemade Southeast Asian food, but my friend hadn't seen that before on menus. I love savory pumpkin dishes and I'm glad they had it on the menu. I had also wanted to try a tea leaf salad--this is a touch bitter, but I really liked the balance of textures with some crispiness from the peanuts. I'm hoping they reopen soon!

Highly recommended my out friends who are regulars here. Came here for lunch and was greeted by the…read moreOwner, Tommy. We were given complimentary tea, ordered Fried Tofu for appetizers, White Fungus Salad, Coconut Chicken Soup, Fiery Spicy Catfish, and a side of Coconut Rice for our party of 4. We didn't wait long for our food, we could tell from its aroma that we were in for a treat (food was delicious)! The sweetness of the coconut rice complemented the heat of the Fiery Spicy Catfish. The portion size of the White Fungus Salad and Coconut Chicken soup big enough for all 4 of us to share. The friend tofu was crunchy on the outside and soft in the inside. Tommy was very hospitable! He even gave us complimentary ice cream because our friends took us here. Found out that he may be relocating his restaurant soon (by Dec 2025) as the Mercedez Benz dealership beside them would like to expand which means that MB would take over the building space his restaurant is currently occupying. Very clean restaurant, make sure to stop by soon whenever in the Westborough area!

I don't think I've ever had standalone Burmese cuisine before, but Mandalay definitely set the bar…read morehigh for me. The Balada was by far my favorite dish here. The pancake was just so crispy and light, almost like a croissant, and the curry dipping sauce was fantastic. Not super spicy, but enough kick to make sure you know its a curry. If I were to go back, I would just order this twice instead of a standard entree. The Mandalay special noodle is mixed in front of you and features a cleaner flavor. Each ingredient stands out on its own despite being mixed in together, and overall is a very light dish that leaves you feeling refreshed rather than heavy. Overall fantastic spot, would recommend.

Can't say I loved it can't say I hated it…read more but pancake appetizer was heavily oiled with no flavor and the main dishes were tiny for $23 The pork belly was great, noodles were good but again surprisingly expensive for the portion I would recommend searching elsewhere considering food price etc

This was a sublime eating experience! Such nice people working here, and the food is amazing! The…read moremenu is vast so we couldn't try everything but everything we had was a standout. Rainbow salad might have been the best of them all. Shrimp Lettuce Wraps, samosa's and beef curry dishes were also just amazing. This is a hidden gem in Fremont, CA that all the locals know about but not enough people do. You should get there and enjoy this dining experience asap! Highly recommend!!

I wish Burma Bay Cafe was in San José…read more The food was tasty, service was great, and the portions were a good. I only wish that my tea leaf salad wasn't already mixed. It's fun to be able to mix it yourself. There were a good amount of people in the restaurant due to a party, but we didn't have to wait long for our food. We ordered the garlic noodles, garlic shrimp & eggplant, tea leaf salad, black pepper beef, tofu & vegetables. For birthday celebrations, they'll bring out scoops of ice cream with a sparkler on top. I love how there are plenty of parking spots in the plaza. Will come back again in the future to try other items on the menu.

i went to burma love incidentally during sf restaurant week and was pleasantly surprised by the…read moregreat menu! i got to try many things with my party and everything was great. my favorites were the tea leaf salad (classic), mango chicken (not sure how i hadn't tried this before because it was incredible), and the fried banana milk (i dont even like banana and this was insane). the curry and shan noodles were just ok. service was good at first but as the restaurant started filling up it was more difficult to get our server's attention. ambiance is standard. definitely recommend burma love and will be back again!

Burma love is one of a handful of restaurants in the same group of restaurants/owned by the same…read moregroup serving Burmese food. The service here is night and day compared to Burma superstar. The service here is exponentially better, the staff is super friendly, incredibly attentive, and they make everyone feel very welcomed. The food on the other hand just is not great. Yes this place is always packed apparently, and it may be out of convenience. I found that everything that we ordered with the exception of the coconut rice fell flat. This is one of those moments that hurt your heart because I want to give them huge accolades, but it's just not there. We ordered the platha. It was tasty, but it also did not taste super fresh. The dipping sauce that it comes with (opted for chicken) and kept digging around the small bowl to find pieces of chicken that were nonexistent. The up charge of a dollar for the chicken dipping sauce that did not have chicken in it super disappointing. The sauce was tasty, but definitely not worth the up charge. Our server encouraged us to get the tea salad, which is definitely something. Someone should try if you've never had it before. The mixture of fresh veggies, the light sauce and the herbs, make for a very fresh bite. I would've been thrilled if late shredded chicken could be added to this for a different style dish. It would be super tasty. The salad was good, but not my style, but everyone else enjoyed it. We ordered the beef curry and the coconut rice. I absolutely want to emphasize how incredible the staff is. Their service and attentiveness absolutely should be acknowledged over and over again. The coconut rice at this location is exponentially better than at the other restaurant that we tried. This was a combination of light, fluffy, and absolutely flavorful delicious rice. The beef curry was incredibly disappointing. The beef was well done not done well. It was tough, overly chewy, and the flavor profile was just not good. It was missing something and even the light curry broth that the meat was sitting in well, good wasn't fantastic. The drinks seem pricier here, and the mango lassie, while good, was just OK. It tasted more like watered down mango. For dessert, we tried the black rice. This is definitely worth trying. It's a heavier dessert and probably a bit much after what felt like an uncomfortable dinner. The coconut sauce that it's sitting in is delicious and I can see why so many people enjoy it, and maybe if the strawberries were tastier the combination of all of the flavors may have made a difference. I definitely think it's something worth trying, but maybe elsewhere, or with different items for dinner.

Family friendly but also sophisticated, with great ambient lighting for mood--bustling on a Friday…read morenight. We had a variety of veggie dishes: the yellow pea fried tofu is a must have: the chili sauce it comes with understated, and the "tofu" slices themselves melt in your mouth like custard, unlike any tofu we've had. The samosa soup was also off the hook delicious--savory and tangy, and our other dishes: tea leaf salad and palata bread were quite good. Were burmese fans and highly recommend!

We were recommended to check out Rangoon Ruby, a Burmese spot in the DT Palo Alto area, by one of…read morethe Stanford staff. We came here for an early dinner, and ordered: +Palata - served with coconut chicken; you can opt to sub for vegetarian curry or lamb curry +the Burmese Pad Thai - prepared with rice noodles, red bell peppers, onions, baby bok choy, cabbage, peanuts, bean sprouts, and scrambled egg; you can opt for chicken, tofu, shrimp as a protein option, so we went for the shrimp +the Country Style Beef Curry - slow-cooked with onions, garlic, potatoes, lemongrass, and spices +and, Mango Shrimp - tossed with basil, fresh mangoes, onions, and mango puree; served with fresh mango Portions were on the smaller end, and it seemed as if we were getting sampling/tasting plates. Note that they also have a GF and a catering menu. Staff were friendly, and the restaurant is narrow but had plenty of seating. +Burmese eats +small portions

The outdoor seating area and the mango salad are my favorites here....they really make the…read moreexperience stand out. I've visited twice now, and both times have been consistently pleasant. The service is fast and friendly, and the prices are very affordable. The only thing to keep in mind is parking, which can be a bit tricky depending on the time of day. Overall, definitely a spot I'd come back to! If you prefer to sit inside, that's always an option, but if the weather is nice and sunny, I highly recommend sitting outside for some fresh air. It really adds to the experience.

Burmese food is so delicious. I've eaten here less than a handful of times but each time that I've…read morewine I've always enjoyed the food here.. I've had: - Paratha - Chicken Wings - Tea Leaf Salad - Garlic Noodles Enjoy!

Kyain Kyain is an unassuming, family-run, strip mall restaurant turning out seriously delicious…read moreBurmese cooking. My favorite dish was the famous Tea Leaf Salad, a mixture of shredded cabbage, tomatoes, green chilies, dried shrimp, peanuts, yellow beans, and sesame seeds, all tossed in a fermented tea leaf dressing. The salad was crunchy, nutty, spicy, umami, and refreshing all at the same time, and there was a generous amount of the deliciously salty and tangy tea leaf dressing (much more than in versions of this salad from other restaurants)! Next, the Fish Noodle Soup was a spiced chowder with rice noodles, catfish, egg, cilantro, and fried yellow bean--a hearty, warming dish. The Lamb Curry with Potato was made of tender chunks of lamb in an oily spiced curry, served with a flaky pan-fried Parata; and the Chicken Drumstick Curry came with two braised drumsticks in a flavorful spice mixture, served with spiced yellow rice mixed with raisins and green peas, topped with crispy onions, pickled onions, and fried chilies! Of the two curries, I preferred the flavor of the Chicken Curry, but the tender meat of the Lamb Curry. The Parata was crispy and buttery, and the yellow rice with toppings had an incredible flavor and combination of textures. Overall, the food here was seriously delicious, and this super friendly restaurant is worth going out of the way to visit!

It's ok. I dined in once with my partner and we ordered Ono kauk swe (coconut curry noodles) and…read moremohinga. During the other times we've done takeout, the other dishes were unmemorable. The mohinga was fine but the ono kauk swe was awful. The coconut milk + red oil that makes up the soup was not integrated well. It seemed like they just microwaved a leftover bowl for me, and the noodles were overcooked. From what I remember, it was kind of chunky too. The entire bowl consisted of noodles absorbing the soup. If I wanted to eat awful Burmese food, I could just eat at home for free. There's other Burmese restaurants you can support in Fremont that don't taste like someone's blind grandma made it.