Burma Superstar
Worth it — but go early or prepare to wait
Burma Superstar has earned its legendary status for good reason. The tea leaf salad alone is worth the trip, and the rest of the menu delivers consistently bold, unique flavors you won't find anywhere else in the city. Yes, the wait can be brutal during peak hours, but the food quality justifies the hype. Pro tip: Go right when they open or try the Oakland location for shorter waits.
What to Order
4 dishes⭐Don't leave without trying
Tea Leaf Salad
$14.95The dish that made Burma Superstar famous. Fermented tea leaves tossed with crunchy mix of roasted peanuts, sesame seeds, fried garlic, dried shrimp, and fresh tomatoes. The funky, tangy, nutty combination is absolutely addictive. You MUST get this.
Also recommended
Samusa Soup
$12.95A unique Burmese comfort dish: crispy samosas floating in a warming chickpea and coconut curry broth, topped with fresh herbs and crispy onions. The contrast of textures is incredible.
Rainbow Salad
$15.95A vibrant mix of 22 different ingredients including papaya, ginger, pickled ginger, fried onions, peanuts, and more. Lighter and fresher than the tea leaf salad, but equally complex in flavor.
Chili Lamb
$18.95Tender lamb stir-fried with house-made chili sauce, onions, and peppers. Serious heat for spice lovers, but the flavor is incredible. Ask for medium spice if you are not sure.
Is This For You?
Great for
- •Adventurous eaters looking for unique flavors
- •Groups who can share many dishes
- •Anyone who loves bold, fermented flavors
- •Date nights (go early to avoid the wait)
Maybe not for
- •People in a rush
- •Those who hate waiting without reservations
- •Picky eaters unfamiliar with Burmese cuisine
- •Solo diners (dishes are meant for sharing)