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Experience Burma Restaurant & Bar in Pleasanton

4.5 (198) 221 Division St, Pleasanton, CA 94566, United States

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Burmese restaurant

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Pleasanton, Alameda County, California, US

Phone: +1 925-398-8219
Site: https://theexperienceburma.com/

Opening hours

Monday:11 AM–2:30 PM
Tuesday:11 AM–2:30 PM
Wednesday:11 AM–2:30 PM
Thursday:11 AM–2:30 PM
Friday:11 AM–2:30 PM
Saturday:11 AM–2:30 PM
Sunday:11 AM–2:30 PM

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Total reviews rating 4.5

198 Reviews for Experience Burma Restaurant & Bar 2024:

Review №1

2023-09-09 20:47:12

Started off with the Samosas which are always a crowd favorite. They were good as well as the sweet chili sauce which they were paired with. Serviced seemed mainly attentive and had our drinks filled several times over our stay which suprisingly doesnt happen these days anymore. Owner came and checked on our table as well. I ordered the chicken curry while my friend got the lamb kabob. I was very happy with my meal, but i must say that his meal lacked a great deal of flavor, and when it came out, it did not look like your normal kabob plate. Overall im happy and satisfied with my dinner. Its a smaller sized restaurant and I recommend to anyone that is seeking Burmese style cuisine.

Review №2

2023-08-06 19:34:23

The service left much to be desired. Twice served by the owner/manager and his attitude towards us was unbecoming. He seemed agitated and inconvenienced by simple requests like an outside table. Following this he seemed to become more agitated by our presence. The food was very well prepared and the highlight is the tea leaf salad, unfortunately not pictured. The main dishes pictured were fantastic. While the service is not stellar, the food is.

Review №3

2023-09-05 02:54:35

Ordered via ezcater for delivery for the office and everyone raved about the delicious authentic Burmese flavors. Was not too expensive and the portion sizes were good. The shrimp was the highlight with large fresh delicious plump shrimp. Burmese pad-thai noodles was fantastic as well and made for a great combo. The green beans and eggplant veggie dishes were well liked as well.

Review №4

2019-04-05 21:02:06

Went with our team for lunch. We had a reservation for it. We just loved the food and service. Food was served within 10 min of placing the order. They were all flavorful. We just emptied everything we ordered. Coconut Chicken Noodle Soup & Lemongrass chicken are must try. Deserts were good too. Parking is tricky as there is limited parking in Division street but, there are ample road side parking available around the block. Will surely re-visit this restaurant for the yummy food.

Review №5

2023-08-19 06:22:41

They have good food and offer quick service. Restaurant is clean and well maintained. We ordered Burmese Pad Thai and Sesame Chicken, both of which I’d wholeheartedly recommend. Mango Chicken and Burmese Fried Rice were also quite palatable. Plata was the only bad dish.

Review №6

2022-11-15 21:07:44

Ordered thru their on-line system, good descriptions of dishes! Sesame beef, pumpkin (kombucha squash) & pork curry (our fave), shan noodles and samosas. Food arrived on time, good level of spiciness and was delicious!

Review №7

2023-11-29 17:09:51

We came here to visit our friends birthday and it did not disappoint!If youre on the lookout for a dining experience thats not just about the food but also the warm vibes, look no further than Experience Burma in downtown Pleasanton. Trust me; its a hidden gem you dont want to miss.The moment you step inside, youre greeted with this cozy, inviting atmosphere that instantly gives off good vibes. The décor is this cool mix of traditional and modern, making you feel like youre in for something special.Now, lets talk about the folks at Experience Burma – theyre the real MVPs. Super friendly, attentive, and they genuinely seem excited about the food theyre serving. Its not just about taking your order; its like theyre your personal guides on a delicious journey. Whether youre a Burmese food pro or a newbie like me, they make you feel right at home.And the food? Oh, boy! Its like a flavor explosion that takes you on a trip to Myanmar without leaving your seat. Each dish is like a work of art, showing off the chefs dedication to making things taste authentic and downright delicious. From the spicy curries to the noodle dishes that feel like a warm hug, every bite is a game-changer.The ingredients are fresh and top-notch, and you can taste the love and effort that went into making each dish. The tea leaf salad, the coconut rice with those curries – its all amazingly delicious!Whether youre planning a romantic dinner or a lively get-together with friends, Experience Burma has got you covered. Its not just a place to eat; its an experience that sticks with you even after youve left the table.In a nutshell, Experience Burma in downtown Pleasanton is like finding a foodie treasure. The awesome staff and the mouthwatering dishes make it a standout spot in town. If youre up for a culinary adventure that feels like hanging out with good friends, Experience Burma is the place to be. Trust me, you wont be disappointed!

Review №8

2023-02-13 21:33:42

My bf and I ordered the following:Crispy chicken $17.95Platha with veggie curry dip $11.00Veggie kebat $15.50Burmese tempura $11.00Samosa soup $14.50For the price of the crispy chicken, it was such a small amount. Also not tasty. It was mainly breading with a tiny piece of chicken inside. Also disappointing that it came with only 2 pieces of broccoli. The platha curry dip also disappointing. They skimmed on the amount. The pic below shows that it’s barely even filled. Again, for the price, it was disappointing. The curry dip itself was decent. The Platha was good, we enjoyed the doughy texture. We also enjoyed the Samosa soup. Burmese tempura was basic, nothing special but decent. Veggie kebat also mediocre. I forgot to take pics of those but safe to say it’s been a few days since we’ve had it as leftovers and it’s still sitting in the fridge, neither one of us want to eat it. And we love leftovers.

Review №9

2023-03-01 02:09:53

Hmmm…. The food is just average and did not quite have the “flavor”. The egg and ladyfinger curry was their best dish which was average. We ordered several dishes and a few appetizers and none passed the test. The service was very poor. The gentleness and warmth that the Burmese are know for was missing. If you want to try Burmese food find another spot. The ambience here is very casual and cold.

Review №10

2020-08-09 23:59:22

All the dishes we ordered were delicious. The salads were very refreshing. Although I could not taste the lemongrass in the Lemongrass Pork, the meat was nevertheless tasty and not dry. Even the cocktails were good!

Review №11

2023-08-25 13:52:34

Weve been here a couple of times because we love Burmese cuisine and to be honest, the experience was laughable for a restaurant named Experience Burma. Consistent with what others have said here, the hospitality/manager is brusque and rude and cant be bothered. If you want good Burmese food, this aint it my friends. The restaurant is laden with flies while youre eating, the staff was literally actively cleaning plates in the front of the restaurant which was v appetizing for us to watch, the food was sogging with enough oil to give you an immediate coronary, but most importantly the hospitality was so impressively bad I felt the need to write this review so... eater beware, and experience Burma elsewhere!

Review №12

2022-09-27 06:20:17

Simply traditional Burmese - this place is a nice weekend lunch spot with indoor outdoor seating and an extensive Burmese menu. We tried their tea leaf salad, minted chicken, black pepper tofu and wok spicy noodles. Everything was super yummy! I’d definitely be back here!

Review №13

2023-05-30 05:16:13

Shared the tea leaf salad with shrimp and basil lamb. Food was delicious, service was delightful and responsive. Food came quickly. Cloth tablecloths and napkins made it feel like a good value. Plus I never make this food at home so I’m more than happy to pay for it. Highly recommended.

Review №14

2023-06-09 17:34:35

We stopped in for a lite lunch while in town for a wedding. The menu looked amazing and we were excited to try Burmese cuisine. We split the coconut/curry/chicken dip and a noodle dish with chicken, onion, and cilantro. The dip was more like a big chicken breast in lite broth with some fried bread. Not bad, but not a ton of flavor (and not what Id call a dip). The noodle dish was very bland with pungent raw/red onion being the predominant flavor...it desperately needed some spice, acid or something. The service was terrible - took 15 minutes to get our diet Cokes, the food came out quickly, but we literally had to hunt down the server once finished and just sitting there with dirty plates for a good 20 minutes. There are so many great restaurants in this downtown area, I have to think there are better options.

Review №15

2021-05-31 18:27:04

The best u could possibly ask for. The prices were reasonable and food was delicious. We ordered black pepper chicken, rice noodles with tofu and stir friend tofu. Service was quick.

Review №16

2022-03-20 07:41:03

Pretty good find for Burmese cuisine. It’s on a small side street with parking spaces. All the staff were friendly. Food was awesome! Totally 5 ⭐️ experience.

Review №17

2022-01-03 05:52:10

We love this restaurant! We don’t live in the area but we come here every year when we are visiting the week of Christmas. The staff are always friendly and helpful and the food is absolutely amazing!

Review №18

2023-06-17 03:33:24

Ordered the following from here:Parathas + vegetable dipSamosasTea leaf saladChicken pad ThaiMint chickenBeef stewI remember the food from here having flavor. The food here was very bland. The tea leaf salad was ok. Every other dish lacked flavor and taste.It’s a shame, the food here used to be good.

Review №19

2018-04-28 20:19:17

Ordered tea leaf salad, pork curry, chicken curry, and fried rice. Food was well prepared and tasty. Samolina pudding with mango ice cream ss dessert was delicious too. Excellent customer service. Since this was our first experience at a Burmese resaturant, server was very helpful in explaining every item on the menu. Bit pricey.

Review №20

2020-03-15 20:28:31

First time here. Delightful place. Service is great! Helpful and fun to talk to. Good choices on the menu. Our waiter recommended the tea leaf salad. Very good! I would recommend it. Didnt get too adventures sadly and ordered the pad thai, but it was delicious. And the coconut rice was amazing. Good place to go for a quick lunch.

Review №21

2023-06-04 21:33:08

We love the food here. Weve been here several times before. Today, a group of 14 people got all the attention from the two servers. The smaller tables received such a poor service. The people in the large group complained that the server didnt respond after the first time they called them while we had to call them more than 6 times! With all the mess and confusion, we received our dishes very late and one dish was not what we asked for. We had to repeat several times for some of our orders before the servers actually submitted them.

Review №22

2017-11-28 23:40:11

My wife took me to try this new joint based on a friend’s recommendation for my Birthday. Absolutely loved the food. Tried fermented tea leaf salad, fiery tofu vegetables and fried Burmese rice. The owner Myat was super nice to talk to and our server Carla was a delight. She made sure we got a free dessert for my special occasion. Can’t wait to go back and try out more vegetarian dishes and more importantly take more of our friends there.

Review №23

2020-07-19 14:04:10

Overall it was great the cuisine is similar to Thai food but with a few twists like coconut chicken noodle soup or Burmese style pad Thai

Review №24

2019-04-25 13:59:22

Loved the food here especially the fiery tofu and tea leaf salad! Its clean and has a good ambiance. Staff is nice. Their Lavendee martini is amazing!

Review №25

2020-07-14 04:39:13

Long awaited time to visit this place turned out to be with the poor service and lack of customer appreciationWe were the only customers at 6:30 PM on Monday evening and got the menu 10 mins after being sorted. Had to get up to ask for plates after appetizers has been served. Even know there is a pandemic, inside of the restaurant could have some order, where now it looks like a warehouse.Last week lettuce in the Tea leaf salad were a bit soggy and chickpeas we’re really teeth hazardous (meaning un-chewable at all). Burmese tempura had more deep fried dough then the veggies it should contain.The only reasonable thing was garlic noodles, that got extra star on the review, I would highly encourage you to try.Sorry, guys, there’s a big competition out there!Keep improving.

Review №26

2021-08-12 01:24:28

Tea leaf salad is a must. Such fresh ingredients and attentive service. Fun drinks can make this a great night out.

Review №27

2023-01-26 00:22:12

Three friends enjoyed a relaxed luncheon by sampling three different dishes together after a shared salad this afternoon. Our food was excellent. Sometimes we had to wait for service due to a short staff. Perhaps a few flowers on the tables or just a splash of color throughout the dining area would help to create a more inviting atmosphere. We will all return again.

Review №28

2023-07-29 21:44:32

Very tasty! We regularly order from here and are never disappointed. It’s a bit pricey, but worth it.

Review №29

2022-08-06 08:44:20

Good experience overall. Seated quickly. Nice staff that was attentive. Food was fresh and hot, quantities were good but could have used a little more flavor. Garlic noodles were a little on the plain side but otherwise a good experience and the Tea Lesf Salad was excellent. Spent $100 for about 5 dishes (including an extra dish to go). I would come back as they were not horribly busy for a Friday night dinner.

Review №30

2023-06-10 05:34:13

A delight, as always. The chili beef was tender, not too saucy, and the fried egg one the Burmese rice was runny to perfection.

Review №31

2022-09-13 21:25:37

Visiting from Seattle- The burmese food here was amazing-loved the lettuce wraps and the mango chicken with the tea leaf salad- which was fresh and phenomenal!

Review №32

2021-02-02 03:49:55

Great little place with awesome quality dishes. All the items we choose from the menu tasted just right.

Review №33

2023-01-16 21:29:06

Very unique take on Burmese cuisine. I ordered the tea leaves salad and egg curry for dinner, must say that I wasnt disappointed. The staff is pretty friendly and accommodating to requests.

Review №34

2022-11-16 16:11:32

We had never been to a Burmese restaurant. So being our first try, we are happy we went here. Food was really good and the service attentive but not intrusive. It was a late dinner and sometimes that means end of night quality... not here. Everything was fresh and full of flavor. We really enjoyed it.

Review №35

2022-09-24 15:34:24

This place is decent. Ive tried better burmese food but you should still give it a try. My complaints are they open at 11 but the day I went they were late and didnt arrive until 11:15..not professional. Also 2 flies kept circling our food. I would be willing to give them another try. Hopefully things will be better

Review №36

2023-03-01 15:52:23

Loved the place...great appetizer and food...beer was a little icy... so had to hold for a bit.. :-)But a very courteous staff and owners....We had lunch portions...came wirh salad/samusa and rice (options available for a buck or 2 more)Black pepper shrimp is what my wife likes...I had the Mint chicken...both were awesome....Will definitely go there again.... Cheers!!!

Review №37

2021-11-29 06:49:15

This restaurant offers a quaint and homely dining experience. The staff was very attentive and courteous. The food was truly delicious. We ordered lemongrass pork, fiery tofu with chicken, tea leaf salad and pratha with coconut chicken curry. My wife and I consumed practically everything. For dessert, we ordered the pratha with banana and mango ice cream. Really glad we did! Overall a great dining experience. Highly recommended!

Review №38

2022-09-19 03:18:22

We love the food here and the service is outstanding. They have made a mistake with our order and go above and beyond to make sure it is right. They care about their customers and are always polite. One of our favorite places to eat!!

Review №39

2018-10-29 23:30:34

The restaurant was busy as expected on Fri evening. We ordered teal leaf salad and it was very good. They make their own fermented tea leaves which not everyone does. The Lemongrass chicken Entree was yummy. It was very delicious and we really enjoyed the food. Hope to return again to try their other dishes

Review №40

2021-12-15 05:30:39

The service is incredible, the staff is so friendly, and it’s some of the best food I’ve ever had! I bring anyone who’s visiting the area to this place because it never disappoints. Try the tea leaf salad with cabbage - I’ve never met someone who didn’t like it!This restaurant is also fantastic for people with different food allergies and intolerances. There are healthy and also more indulgent foods for everyone’s different desires!

Review №41

2021-11-25 22:09:53

Some of my favorite flavors were discovered here. I enjoy most of the items on the menu. If you like Thai, this is a bit similar.The tea leaf salad & the coconut rice are delicious, & options for the lunch combo.

Review №42

2023-10-07 18:56:36

Lavender martini was yummy!! Love the coconut rice!!

Review №43

2021-03-11 22:57:52

Im giving three stars for the service and hospitality. The food was tasty.But after coming back home me and my friend felt some stomach discomfort . It was minor because it was okay by the morning. The food was delicious but may be it didnt suit us so much. But thats why cutting down some stars. Other than that there were very accommodating. It was raining and they made sure we get a table setup indoors.We ordered samosas soup, chicken soup, platha and broccoli garlic

Review №44

2023-04-07 02:51:09

It has a good variety of food but is a little more bland then other indo-chinese food, at least at this place. I consider the prices a little on the high side for what you get.

Review №45

2021-03-14 21:42:52

Great experience, as always - I mean in peace time, before Covid. Other than outdoor seating, they are back to serving inside, but only 2-3 tables are used, so there is ample distance, door left open, hand sanitizer brought to the table...etc.Much less crowd vs the Main st restaurants, which makes it a lot safer.Food is delicious, and I noticed wine pairing recommendations, which I dont think they had in the first few years after they opened. Lets just say, the pairing was perfect. We had the mandatory Tea Leaf Salad, Lemongrass Salmon, Sesame chicken.Well be back soon!

Review №46

2021-01-31 07:37:34

Some of the best food Ive ever had. We just keep coming back whenever we can, especially now that they have outside dining again here. Great service, owner is an excellent man whom Ive spoken with personally. Great little venue, the price is worth the experience. If you live in the area and want to support a small venue during COVID 19, I highly recommend ordering their food to pick up or eating outside on the street (its a good setup with tents and heaters if its cold).

Review №47

2022-02-17 03:33:19

The food here is ALWAYS perfect! Yeah, it can get a little busy at times, but well worth the wait. The staff is very friendly, and the owners are the sweetest people ❤️. This is one of those places where youll tell friends or family, You HAVE to try this place.

Review №48

2021-02-21 03:46:00

In one word: Perfection! We had the tea leaf salad with cabbage, platha, stir-fry tofu with beef, chicken curry with potatoes, garlic noodles, broccoli, and dessert. Everything was fresh. Service was friendly and efficient as always! We even talked a couple who were perusing the menu to stay for dinner!

Review №49

2020-10-14 04:24:26

Excellent food!! Great friendly service!! This is the 1st time we actual had meal at the restaurant and left with smiles on our faces and full bellies. We have been ordering take out from here since we moved to the area. All social distancing measures were followed and we thoroughly enjoyed our outdoor meal. We ordered pumpkin pork stew, coconut rice, Nan gyi thok noodles, Burmese mixed vegetable curry. All fresh and flavorful! Our favorite take-out orders include tea leaf salad, mango chicken, chili lamb or beef, platha and coconut curry chicken dip, and lemongrass chicken. Cant wait to enjoy our next meal here! Highly recommend 😀

Review №50

2021-08-08 21:34:41

Food was very good! We had no wait time when we got there. We did have a reservation but they saw us, asked if it was us, and we were seated after.Food was inexpensive as a whole, with the most expensive thing I saw on the menu being under $20.My only complaint was I do wish they checked on us a little more as we were waiting for a while when we finished eating before someone came to check and bites us our check. Overall it’s worth going there and I worked eat there again for sure!

Review №51

2019-06-13 18:04:09

Yesterday was my first adventure with this restaurant & this type of food. Everything about it is delightful. The easy downtown location, the parking, the ambiance, the friendly staff — and the food. The wonderful food!I ordered the tea leaf salad. Fermented green tea leaves. Who knew! The Burmese, obviously, but they keep their secret close. Condiments with flavor/color/texture contrasts enhanced the experience.My main dish was the mango shrimp. Served with a side of steamed jasmine rice. Mmmmm! Other than the flavors of mango & shrimp I could not identify the subtle, nuanced hints that added depth to savor in the dish. It will be hard for me to duplicate when I return home to Idaho. Oh, I will try!

Review №52

2021-03-07 23:26:24

This is my whole family feedback including kids..To be honest the best food I had in US. I usually go to Indian restaurants, thought of trying different countries food, I started with Burma, my kids want to stick only in this hotel, my kids eat non veg and i eat veg, this restaurants is good for both. Chicken noodles, tofu, veg fried rice was delicious 👍price is also less, quality is good..👍

Review №53

2017-12-12 06:34:27

Outstanding food. This place is new so they are still working out a few kinks in their service. We both opted for the lunch specials, which come with a salad and rice. I dont eat rice so they happily offered to increase my salad. The courses were both excellent. My wife had a curry and I had something close to a stir fry. The salad has many crunchy bits in it and is dressed with a savory dressing that resembles pesto. We ordered medium heat which was about right for us as we like spicy food. Therewas an appealing dessert menu but we sid no try any. Burmese food is less sweet than Thai food but uses very different spices than other southeast Asian cuisines. Highly recommended.

Review №54

2021-02-10 07:08:45

Great people. Interesting options. But I have to be honest, I think they made a few big mistakes with our order.I think the plate with mango chicken ended up being with no mango and 3x the salt. It was not edible at all.Again, really nice people. If it wasnt for Covid, we would probably go back and ask them to correct our order.

Review №55

2018-02-09 21:14:03

I came here with a group during lunch time. It wasnt too crowded and we were all seated quickly. The service was very nice and the food came out in a timely matter. I got the beef curry with coconut rice and the tea leaf salad. This was a lunch special. It was very good, tasted homemade! Its a great little hidden spot in Pleasanton.

Review №56

2021-05-23 02:56:08

This is the 2nd time my order has been wrong. The food is ok but the service is unacceptable. Some bald guy had the nerve to say I ordered it incorrectly but when you look at the receipt it is correct. On top of that he said they have been busy but that is no excuse to get peoples orders wrong. No accountability he blames some girl but she showed him that she did it correct as well... Poor service. I have been coming here since before dine it restarted. Going to take our business else where. The other staff were apologetic but he was so rude.

Review №57

2018-01-17 14:47:16

Made our first trip this weekend. The tea leaf salad was as good as Burma Superstar in Oakland, our go to place for Burmese food. This felt like a neighborhood place with the owner and the staff clearly enjoying sharing this great and slightly unusual food. There was a nice crowd, giving the place a buzz. Plenty of choices for vegetarians, seafood lovers and some good spicy dishes to. Full bar, right downtown (a little hard to find but gps makes it easy.

Review №58

2017-11-22 21:59:06

Excellent food quality, fresh and tasty. Expect spicy dishes and sweet ones too. The curry pork is very good and the different rice flavors can accompany quite well. As dessert, the coconut pudding (which is fried) with ice cream is excellent.

Review №59

2022-10-24 04:32:21

Went there after 3 years. The food is as good as then. We had the pumpkin chicken curry, Burmese Pad Thai and Burmese Biryani Chicken. Authentic Burmese cuisine and good drinks. Service was good and the waiter suggested some good items.

Review №60

2019-01-14 16:35:19

The service was fantastic. The food was great (I ordered the Pad-Thai and my wife ordered the Mango Chicken) and we also ordered a side of fried rice. Then for dessert I strongly recommend the fried banana, OMG, it was delicious. All at very reasonable prices. Ww will definitely be going back.

Review №61

2023-10-18 05:37:13

Excellent meals, repeat guest from Southern California.

Review №62

2018-01-17 05:34:49

If you like to try something different from Asia, go ahead and give it a try. Their tea leaf salad is very good and so is their Fiery Tofu Curry. Soups are average and tempura is oily than expected. Coconut rice its very tasty and so is their padthai.

Review №63

2021-02-11 21:30:19

Great service and plenty of heaters. I was able to call last minute and get a reservation for two that same night.I was not able to book online -- for some reason I couldnt even get to the page where you book. I turned off popup blocker and adblock but still no luck.Tea leaf salad with cabbage was delish, chicken with pumpkin was yummy comfort food, but the eggplant was just okay -- would have liked it cooked a bit more, and the sauce was a bit bland.Staff was super nice and Id go back just for them :)

Review №64

2020-07-11 01:50:27

(Takeout order) I really like Malaysian and Thai so this is my first time trying Burmese. Maybe if I tried the more Americanized, common dishes, Id give this a higher review. So the paratha/ roti with curry sauce was tasty. We always order that if its on any SE Asian menu. We tried the Burmese fried boiled egg and okra. It was interesting. The fish is good. We tried the Burmese chicken leg biryani and the fermented fish sauce smell was really strong. The lamb was very gamey. Maybe we dont know how to appreciate Burma food. I felt the overall dishes were a bit bland and not as flavorfully packed as other SE Asian dishes. Im open to trying this place again, but Ill probably stick with the more commonly known dishes.

Review №65

2018-01-30 22:40:59

The food and service here are exceptional. Really...Its located down one of the side streets, so not readily noticeable from Main Street. But, make sure you get there! We came in on a Sunday for lunch. The place was packed, just like everyone else on YELP says. But, we were seated rather quickly.Simple understated, almost dull, interior. It is clean and comfortable. This is a family run restaurant, so it was nice to be served by the owners. They are both super nice, and will explain anything to you that you might not be unsure of.We started with the EB (thats Experience Burma, not East Bay) style tea leaf salad. Arrives at your table disassembled on the plate, and the owner/server explained what each of the items were before he tossed them all together to make one incredibly flavorful salad.Second we had the pumpkin curry with vegetables, and the Kebat with beef. Both, again were exceptional in the aroma, and flavor department. We both like spicy foods, and so I asked for them to make the dishes spicy. She smiled and said yes, the GOOD way.... And, YES, the Kebat and the curry were both beautifully spicy, in a flavorful way, not just hot. I think we have found another gem in Pleasanton.

Review №66

2019-10-13 04:51:16

Nice place off of Main St. Friendly servers, food delivered quickly, garlic/spicy shrimp is a good choice if you also like lots of onions, mango chicken also delish! Little pricey but didnt break the bank! Would return for sure!

Review №67

2019-03-02 03:21:11

This was just as good as Burma Superstar, but without the long wait and small, crowded dining area. Plus wait staff was extremely friendly and attentive. The tea leaf salad and pranthi with chicken curry were my two favorites.

Review №68

2021-04-12 21:01:57

I frequently go to all Burmese restaurants in and around the area, I have to say this was one of my favorites. Food was excellent, good cocktail selection, outdoor dining managed well during Covid, service could have been better but Ill give them the benefit of doubt as they are probably understaffed during Covid.Must try: garlic eggplant, pad thai, garlic noodles, chilli shrimp

Review №69

2019-07-26 23:42:58

Great food, excellent service! Brown rice pairs well with both the fiery tofu with veggies, and the garlic eggplant. 4 stars because dishes are a bit dry, despite flavorful.

Review №70

2018-10-16 00:25:39

The place is quite a find in pleasanton. Food tastes awesome. I would definitely go there again. Its a small place so tends to fill up fast. Would definitely recommend this place. Lots of vegetarian options. If you like spicy then ask for it. Normal spice level is pretty mild.

Review №71

2020-10-15 20:06:36

If you like ginger I highly recommend the ginger salad. Very tasty.

Review №72

2019-10-14 14:33:54

Not sure how to review/respond our experience. Went with my friend last night,. We ordered Burmese Chicken Curry and clearly told how specific we are about meat. Surprise, received pork/beef pieces. Server came with lame excuse that chef playing around meat and it fixed with chicken curry!!! My friend dropped eating entire food he ordered.:( :( :(

Review №73

2021-06-18 21:10:31

The waitstaff were friendly, and the food was delicious! We came on a very hot day, and there was no indoor seating available, but when we told our waitress that we didn’t want to sit outside (it was literally 106 degrees), she brought a table inside for us!

Review №74

2018-01-26 03:35:03

This is the best food we have had in a long time... Thai food with a refreshing kick is the best way to describe this place. The Platha bread is so savory and sucks up whatever sauce they serve it in. We both had spicier red curry dishes with the coconut rice, and it mellowed out the spice level. Which for me was perfect with the Spicy tofu with chicken and coconut rice. Even for my wife who isn’t a huge fan of spicy food, she had the Burmese Shrimp and potato red curry with the coconut rice, and she loved it. Omg the dessert is to die for. Platha bread with banana and coconut ice cream is simply divine!! I will recommend his to any friend.

Review №75

2018-11-14 13:43:50

The Tea Salad is a must; a unique experience. The other dishes are super yummy, I love the Byriani and my son devoured the candied beef. The staff are friendly and efficient, so if you want a slower paced dinner be sure to ask. There is also a great icecream place nextdoor.

Review №76

2019-05-16 13:32:16

I must say that I was a little skeptical about trying this restaurant. But to my complete satisfaction, all the food items ordered were fantastic beyond most Asian restaurant places I dined at. Simply wonderfully pleased. Prices are very inexpensive. A triple plus for me.

Review №77

2022-11-21 04:38:23

Wonderful Burmese food. We had tea leaf salad, samusa soup. Food was great. Will be visiting again.

Review №78

2021-05-01 20:44:57

Great fried rice and damn good sesame chicken. The papaya curry was a no go, and service could be better. Over its good Im sure the restaurants have to get used to serving customers again.

Review №79

2020-01-19 23:06:49

Stopped by for dinner on a Wednesday night this past week. We had the Platha with chicken curry. The Platha was delightful and filling. It is similar to roti but with more substance and flavor.For my main meal I had the Burmese Style Shrimp Salad. I ordered this because it didnt list garlic as an ingredient. When it came, it was peppered with fried garlic. The menu listed fried onions. When I called the servers attention to it, he just looked at us and said, Sorry.Sorry, we may not be visiting again.

Review №80

2018-05-27 17:39:19

The food is delicious!!! Im part Burmese but Im not a big fan of my heritage food. But the food is Soo good. Got the chicken curry platha as an appetizer, the sesame beef and the Mango shrimp with coconut rice. All delicious and great!! If we are the area, definitely will go again. Afterwards, going to get some ice cream at meadowlark is a plus!

Review №81

2022-05-14 22:19:38

Everything we ordered was superb and the service was excellent.

Review №82

2020-10-01 01:40:49

Left out vegetables for two of our dishes and gave us the wrong meal for the other. Two of the dishes (pumpkin curry and chicken and potato curry) had no flavor at all. Ive eaten here before a few years ago and it was good, the food I ate tonight was awful.

Review №83

2019-05-27 15:28:59

Great taste, especially tea leaf salad is very tasty... food is very delicious

Review №84

2021-09-01 19:32:41

Had the best enthusiast server who knew his social graces. Food was really really good to the max. Im pretty sure all the dishes there were also. Try their lavender martinis.

Review №85

2019-07-19 03:00:07

Visiting Pleasanton with a colleague and decided to try Burmese food. What a fantastic choice! Food was flavorful and absolutely delicious! Also excellent service and the owner also provided extra attention and suggestions when we didn’t know what to try. We had plata with coconut curry chicken, samusas, lamb curry, kabat with lamb, hot and cold Burmese milk tea, and we got to try tea leaf salad. Everything was fabulous!

Review №86

2019-06-03 03:39:28

Delicious flavorful dishes paired with a great wine. Garlic pork, chili beef, and spicy shrimp were our choices tonight. Once again a fantastic meal.

Review №87

2021-02-26 23:08:37

Food is delicious - love their tea leaf salad. Lunch combos are the best!! Great veg choices and good cocktail options even for a lunch meal!!

Review №88

2018-06-20 19:46:25

Great food! Their garlic eggplant dish is very tasty. And their tea leaf salad is solid. Nice location off of the main strip.

Review №89

2022-01-28 20:00:24

The staff was enjoyable to be around, and the food was stellar!

Review №90

2018-01-28 20:56:56

The Minted Chicken and Spicy noodles are great. The roti prata with curry chicken is also solid. Avoid their beef dishes. It is the consistency of a rubber super ball. Fast good service, reasonable prices.

Review №91

2022-02-06 05:41:11

Okay place... of the 5 dishes we ordered the Garlic prawns were the best. I will return to Burma Burma for my next Burmese food fix.

Review №92

2019-03-03 15:32:15

We love this place. With reservations, it’s not hard to get a seating. The food and service is awesome. Not too crowded and easy to get parking if you go a little late in the evening. Jordan took care of us and he is just awesome.

Review №93

2021-10-01 06:14:31

The food was really good but service was a bummer. The bald waiter is very rude to take orders. We did not feel welcomed at all . I loved the food but would not go again for the poor service.

Review №94

2023-01-10 23:32:15

Wonderful warm service. Samusas rock as does shrimp pad thai! Never disappoints. Great service, too.

Review №95

2021-12-11 01:19:36

The staff were very polite, friendly and helpful with explaining the food. Very clean, but parking is very scarce around the restaurant. However, theres a parking lot about a block away.

Review №96

2017-12-23 23:17:54

Incredible food. We are a family of four and ordered a wide range of dishes including dessert and coconut juice. Highly recommended, will definitely ben returning here.

Review №97

2018-08-10 11:07:45

What a pleasant delight - great service by the host / owner, Jordan !! Full bar and delish food to die for - what else do you need ??!!Do try the lemongrass pork, mango shrimp and the Burmese biriyani for sure.Wishing you guys much business and success.

Review №98

2018-04-07 20:58:37

The coconut rice that accompanies dishes is superb. The dish I selected unfortunately did not pair well with it. Eager service and staff. A bit pricey.

Review №99

2023-01-21 05:08:16

Cozy setting, friendly staff, good food. Can’t say how authentic the food is but it looked pretty authentic to me.

Review №100

2021-05-27 07:45:46

Im not an adventurous eater I have my favorite places and tend to stick with them but we were passing through Pleasanton after a business trip to San Jose and it was dinner time so my husband was searching for a place to sit and eat...he found this place and convinced me to give it a try...best lamb curry I have ever had...first time trying coconut chicken noodle soup...excellent and my new favorite...go and taste a bit of something new its totally worth it.

Review №101

2017-12-16 21:11:11

Good Burmaish food. It’s kind of small restaurant so there could be some wait time.All food we tried was excellent.Its got lots of vegetarians options.For some dishes, a portion could be small

Review №102

2020-08-12 01:06:50

Wonderful food...caring owners and a classy yet casual vibe...even during Covid. We will be back on a regular basis. Btw...try the tomato salad to accompany your main...seriously try it! Yum! -Brian B.

Review №103

2023-02-28 01:54:04

Very tasty food and a good choice for all preferences .. veggie and non veggies alike.

Review №104

2018-05-29 06:39:24

Loved the food here. I have been to few other Burmese restaurants and I think it is on par. We tried tea leaf salad and samosa soup. Both were awesome!

Review №105

2018-03-14 23:27:28

Food was really good. Location small loud and cozy. Waiter was a bit pushy to get order in food came fast they have to rotate the tables to make it in this high rent space. Well worth the visit

Review №106

2018-04-27 19:35:57

Have been here a few times now and have enjoyed every visit. Great food and helpful staff. Its a small restaurant and they seem to be busy so reservations are recommended

Review №107

2018-03-15 01:25:54

Love everything on the menu! Jordan and Myet, the owners, are the nicest people and make you feel welcome every time. Wait staff has been friendly and efficient. Highly recommend this restaurant!

Review №108

2018-11-09 05:18:50

Ordered the garlic noodles with pork bbq which was very good and flavorful. Service was prompt and attentive. Would certainly visit again.

Review №109

2021-05-23 02:28:53

Good food but soda is not fountain coz i asked for refill a can was used to refill but o didn’t get a can on first served, since not fountain soda i may be charged 2x for coca cola.

Review №110

2018-08-05 02:24:12

This is my favorite restaurant in Pleasanton. I have ordered something different each time and I am never disappointed. Great ambiance and specialty drinks too.

Review №111

2019-12-26 01:57:07

Great place to ring in Christmas. Followed the servers recommendation for an appetizer and were definitely not disappointed by that or the main dishes. Will be back for more.

Review №112

2019-03-02 00:06:13

Ordered Burmese Fried rice and salmon curry with Myanmar beer.Food was delicious, and Myanmar beer was awesome.Restaurant is nicely located in downtown Pleasanton.

Review №113

2021-04-03 05:56:12

Great tasting food. Huge portions. Decently priced. Its hard enough to find a Burmese restaurant and its even harder to find a good Burmese restaurant.

Review №114

2019-03-06 05:24:25

Mostly have take out. Almost always ready in ~10 minutes and very consistent. Slightly pricey (think dinner is more), but so far, great food.

Review №115

2022-02-23 01:43:05

Great food. Tea salad was amazing. Also loved the roti with dipping sauce.

Review №116

2019-06-09 04:41:39

Unexpectedly delicious! Curry was light and flavorful. Service was excellent. Food came out right away.

Review №117

2019-07-28 06:21:47

Excellent food and service. We were served our order within 5 minutes of placing it. Highly recommend this restaurant.

Review №118

2020-01-26 17:44:54

Good food, good place. Our server was very good as well. All dishes we ordered were tasty.

Review №119

2019-12-25 04:50:55

I am going here for the second time. I found that the dinner portions have become small for the price . However, the food was great.

Review №120

2018-02-18 14:58:22

Its always a pleasure dinning with them. Everything on the menu Ive tried is excellent. Great service and cozy atmosphere.

Review №121

2018-10-08 18:08:58

The food is great. Loved the pumpkin stew, mango chicken, and tea salad. Good service, too.

Review №122

2017-12-23 16:22:39

Good food but quantity could have been more generous. Portion size is way too small for a $15 dish.

Review №123

2019-04-01 01:13:39

We love everything about Burma...from the lovely owner Jordan, to the tea leaf salad, to the lavender martinis! It’s one of our new regular spots!

Review №124

2019-10-22 03:45:29

Very good food. Spicy wok fried noodles spicy but in a very flavorful way. Desserts also good.Very good service

Review №125

2020-01-09 04:04:47

Great food and good service. To to it off we had some healthy food. We will be back and would recommend.

Review №126

2021-06-26 17:05:31

Nice restaurant with good tasty food. Food quantity is less for the price paid. Im not sure if lesser quantity is due to takeout.

Review №127

2022-11-11 05:35:06

Good food and service. They had fresh young coconuts 🥥.

Review №128

2018-05-31 03:19:27

Delicious food and friendly, efficient staff. Large menu and reasonable prices. My new favorite place to eat in Pleasanton.

Review №129

2021-05-29 01:14:28

We love coming and dining at Experience Burma. The food is delicious and the staff treats you like family

Review №130

2021-06-10 12:56:55

Fun dining, great food, and the people, including the owner, Jordan, are really cool. Just off Main in downtown Pleasanton. Give it a try.

Review №131

2018-05-21 03:11:19

Place was very hard to find, but the food was great. I had the pork stew with pumpkin. It was awesome.

Review №132

2022-10-08 02:01:20

Every time were in town we come here to eat, love their food and drinks!

Review №133

2018-11-21 15:39:28

It’s a small place but with great tasting food. I felt it’s little expensive and the hospitality could be improved. I would go again and again for the taste.

Review №134

2018-12-05 17:45:19

Good food . I suggest tea leaf salad Call them before you go to find wait timesParking you need to use the downtown street parking

Review №135

2018-02-21 03:17:33

Very tasty food. Attentive service. Tea leaf salad is better than other Burmese restaurants.

Review №136

2018-10-29 05:25:09

Excellent!! Everything we had was so flavorful with the perfect amount of spice! Great Burmese experience at this restaurant!!

Review №137

2021-06-05 01:48:00

The food taste decent but it doesnt taste anything like authentic Burmese food at all.

Review №138

2018-01-28 21:53:47

First time eating Burmese food. So tasty especially the coconut rice!! All the staff were so friendly.

Review №139

2022-04-19 23:10:56

I have never gotten something here that I didnt like. Highly recommend this restaurant

Review №140

2019-06-15 21:20:29

The tea leaf salad and spicy noodles were amazing. Portion sizes were perfect.

Review №141

2023-03-15 03:14:12

Great experience! Thanks for hosting our party of twelve!

Review №142

2019-12-26 20:37:41

Busy on Christmas Eve, we took that as a good sign and were not disappointed. Good food, good service, will definitely be back again.

Review №143

2022-11-02 16:48:42

Small place but food was tasty. Enjoyed Burmese food.

Review №144

2019-08-25 01:43:36

Excellent food, great atmosphere. This was a new experience for me with this type of food and it was VERY good.

Review №145

2019-12-07 20:18:36

Pathetic. I ordered vegi curry and found chicken and pork chunks in it.. he did not charge me for the vegi curry but charged for the rice I took along with it.. pathetic

Review №146

2017-12-24 13:51:53

Great food. Try Burmese tempura. Family owned and operated. Very sweet staff.

Review №147

2019-09-07 20:48:43

My new favorite place. Amazing food and flavors. Great service. We will be back!

Review №148

2018-09-11 02:01:13

Food is good but for a small place really small place they should have first come first serve and not take reservations.

Review №149

2022-09-09 21:23:07

Not super great, noodles felt thick and rubbery

Review №150

2017-12-16 22:02:02

Great tea leaf salad and garlic shrimp. Super busy though so slow service.

Review №151

2019-12-06 04:34:01

Wonderful food. Everything was so flavorful. Cant wait to go back.

Review №152

2022-08-06 05:27:19

Amazing lunch specials and they carry Tiger Beer.

Review №153

2019-11-03 18:59:11

Good food. We are completely vegetarian and they took care of us what we needed to.

Review №154

2018-01-17 06:06:48

Must try! Amazing food and cozy environment. Loved Burmese Chicken Biryani.

Review №155

2018-07-25 20:04:08

Delicious. Try the tea tree salad.Fresh food and great staff.

Review №156

2020-01-20 22:57:48

Love the food and dessert, especially the salads. Staff is great as well.

Review №157

2018-06-19 00:16:20

Great! Tea leaf salad was great. Heres a corgi. Enjoy!

Review №158

2022-07-30 01:24:02

Awesome food and service. For sure will go back again.

Review №159

2020-10-03 02:24:00

Fresh and very favorable spices. Polite and attentive staff. Eat in or take out.

Review №160

2022-05-18 03:31:56

Small space so make a reservation.Nice food options.

Review №161

2019-04-14 16:04:32

When you go there for lunch, order the tea-leaf salad it comes as an option from lunch menu.

Review №162

2018-01-21 07:50:45

Food is very flavorful. The coconut rice was so good

Review №163

2018-10-07 14:11:04

Cozy place with attentive staff. The pumpkin and pork stew was very good.

Review №164

2023-09-23 02:45:20

Delicious and great service

Review №165

2019-02-18 18:50:30

Great family friendly Burmese restaurant. The full bar is a nice plus.

Review №166

2018-04-12 04:43:46

Excellent food. Will definitely be coming back again. Love the nangidok

Review №167

2021-09-28 19:25:14

Good food. Tea leaf salad was the best.

Review №168

2020-02-24 07:19:16

The food was really good. Service could have been friendlier

Review №169

2019-02-03 22:55:08

Awesome food, try the eggplant, spicy tofu, and tea leaf salad!

Review №170

2020-11-06 17:21:56

Incredible food. Great service. We will be back!

Review №171

2021-11-08 04:03:38

Great food😋😋😋

Review №172

2019-06-01 04:34:58

Had first time Burmese food. Good vegetarian option.

Review №173

2017-12-14 07:33:48

Loved the food, ambience and the courteous nature of the owner. Will visit again

Review №174

2019-03-07 22:01:01

Good ambiance, excellent service and great tasting food.

Review №175

2019-03-26 04:46:55

Very friendly and quiet place. Very good vegetarian options

Review №176

2019-09-02 15:41:33

Best tea leaf salad. Cant wait to go back.

Review №177

2018-10-23 22:26:51

Sesame...yummmmm. salad, even better! Happy Thursday with my second half

Review №178

2022-12-10 22:41:55

The food, service and ambience is an A+

Review №179

2019-01-29 20:46:32

Yummy food. They are good at dealing with good allergies.

Review №180

2018-12-29 18:38:04

Food was very limited for the price and it tasted okay.

Review №181

2019-12-31 17:01:23

Good food and friendly service in a comfortable space.

Review №182

2018-09-20 21:41:31

Very good food. Can get little loud

Review №183

2020-01-21 05:25:07

Not great, portion was smal ..not worth the moneyl

Review №184

2018-10-01 03:54:54

Food was good but a little heavy.

Review №185

2021-05-08 06:30:11

We always enjoy the food and service at Experience Burma

Review №186

2021-02-21 14:35:35

Food and service were both great!

Review №187

2020-11-28 04:46:27

Great Burmese good and friendly staff. Was perfect. Thanks!

Review №188

2022-03-17 21:18:07

One of my favorite dinner spots.

Review №189

2018-04-27 03:19:07

An excellent place to eat with great food and service!

Review №190

2019-05-21 18:30:41

Great service, very tasty food

Review №191

2018-04-14 20:57:43

Tasty food at a not so expensive price

Review №192

2023-09-04 17:12:13

Great Food

Review №193

2019-05-24 20:26:34

You have to try the tea leave salad

Review №194

2018-07-31 11:43:21

Lovely biriyani. Amazing bananadeserts

Review №195

2017-11-26 04:13:31

Very good food and friendly staff

Review №196

2021-12-31 01:40:34

Good food

Review №197

2018-02-21 22:28:54

Tea leaf salad, I go just for that.

Review №198

2019-03-23 07:26:48

Best service..good guy Zao