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Mingalaba Restaurant in Burlingame

4.3 (199) 1213 Burlingame Ave, Burlingame, CA 94010, United States

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Burmese restaurant

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Burlingame, San Mateo County, California, US

Phone: +1 650-343-3228
Site: http://mingalabarestaurant.com/

Opening hours

Monday:11:30 AM–8:30 PM
Tuesday:11:30 AM–8:30 PM
Wednesday:11:30 AM–8:30 PM
Thursday:11:30 AM–8:30 PM
Friday:11:30 AM–8:30 PM
Saturday:11:30 AM–8:30 PM
Sunday:11:30 AM–8:30 PM

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Total reviews rating 4.3

199 Reviews for Mingalaba Restaurant 2024:

Review №1

2023-08-02 17:47:20

On our first visit to Mingalaba, we had a delightful experience. The service was excellent, with a friendly server who patiently explained each dish when we had questions. As an appetizer, we ordered the crab and cheese dumplings, and though there were only four pieces, they were bursting with delicious flavors.The Mango Salad is a definite must-try. We were impressed with both the choice of ripe mango and the overall presentation of the salad. It was so good that we had to save some for the end to savor with the rest of our meal.Finally, we decided to try something new, and the Moo Hing Nga dish turned out to be the perfect choice for our taste buds. The soup and fish flavors were delightful. While we usually go for the samusa soup, this one was equally enjoyable.Overall, highly recommend visiting this restaurant, as our experience was truly enjoyable.

Review №2

2023-09-24 08:33:02

4.5 stars.Best Burmese restaurant in the peninsula.Best dishes:- paratha: buttery, soft, served hot with yummy sauce.- samusa soup - flavorful. Also a good surprise for the people who have not had this before- green papaya salad - excellent. With a bit of kick and just enough of spiciness, sourness, and sweetness on the tongue.SOLID:- Rainbow chicken: tender chicken with structure. Balanced flavor.- Green beans. Always crowd pleaserSKIP:- tea leaf salad: the proportions are off. Too much tea left and not enough cabbage. The Burma superstar version of this is so much better.- shan noodle: noodle is overcooked. Just with tofu and sauce. A bit too bland for my taste.

Review №3

2023-11-15 05:25:20

The food here was very good though a bit overpriced in my opinion. We got the paratha appetizer, pumpkin chicken curry, and burmese lamb curry, with a side of coconut rice. Everything was great but just slightly smaller than expected.

Review №4

2023-07-11 06:47:33

This was a first time try, The food was decent. I like this food because the meal was very light. Even when I was full I don’t feel heavy and lethargic, I felt relaxed and content. The service was quick, and the price point was valid. I would come here again.

Review №5

2023-06-15 19:35:01

I have tried this place several times. The flavor of each dish is rich, and the service there is hospitable and welcoming.I had Shan noodles with Burmese iced tea. The Shan noodles are a little spicy (not too much), and the noodles are similar to rice noodles, providing a mochi-like chewiness. They are accompanied by small pickles and black beans, which enhance the overall flavor. The Burmese iced tea is enjoyable; unlike Thai tea, it has a more herbal taste.

Review №6

2023-10-16 23:52:40

Food is good. But prices of entrees is high and quantities ate less I felt.

Review №7

2023-04-01 04:10:32

Delicious food, but service was slow at times and one of the dishes took a while to come out. The chicken soup was our favorite dish.We got:ONG NO HING YEE CHICKEN SOUPMANGO FISHRANGOON BEEFPALATHA CRISPY PANCAKE

Review №8

2023-03-27 22:12:52

Unfortunately I was a bit disappointed with my last visit to Mingalaba. 3 years ago I really fell in love with that Restaurant. During my last visit I felt that the food was not that flavorful and the portions were pretty small.The employees are very nice and the restaurant ist pretty small. I recommend to book a place beforehand if you want to go.

Review №9

2022-02-21 07:34:04

Cant really attest to the authenticity of Burmese but it feels like a fusion of Indian and Chinese flavors. Tried the tea leaf salad, Burmese pork potato curry and house special noodles. The tea leaf salad was good but not special tasted just like shredded cabbage with peanuts. The house special noodles was a bit lacking in flavor maybe spicy wouldnt been better. Neither of those I works prefer again. The pork curry was amazing! I could eat just that with rice next time. Pork was tender stewed with a rich and slightly spicy red curry sauce. Service was adequate. Large outdoor seating area.

Review №10

2022-10-24 23:25:37

I recently enjoyed a Sunday dinner at Mingalaba Restaurant and we were pleasantly treated to a great potpourri of food dishes which were reminiscent of India, China, and Southeast Asia. I particularly enjoyed the Samosas, The Chicken Curry, and the Crab & Cheese wraps. When we dined on Sunday evening, the dining room was full as well as the outdoor curbside seating. Although busy, The staff did an extraordinary job of servicing our table. One important tidbit we noticed was the sanitary practices of the staff. Ten stars for their cleanliness and attention to details.

Review №11

2022-08-25 15:30:41

Good food, reasonably priced right on the main drag of downtown Burlingame.Its a small place and we had to wait for about 15 minutes to get a table. Burmese food items resembled a fusion of Indian & Thai Cuisine. We ordered Samusa, Veechu Parotta & Noodles which were plenty for three of us. And to suit the local tastes was less spice.Though service was quick, it could have been little bit more pleasant. Also, ambiance could use some upgrade with better lighting.Overall good food at a great location. Would visit again.

Review №12

2023-10-21 16:53:11

Good food. Try the salads. The soup portions are quite large and filling if you are used to sharing them a regular works fine. The tea leaves salad with shrimp is a customer favorite.

Review №13

2023-02-28 19:41:25

This is a Burmese restaurant in Burlingame. Restaurant is clean and they have an outdoor dining area. My meal was just ok and the staff was not very polite. The price of the meal was fair, and parking is very hard in this region, and you will need to pay for it.

Review №14

2023-08-28 20:53:12

Wow! Great coconut soup with chicken and noodles. Adding lemon on top made it amazing!

Review №15

2022-09-18 08:40:08

There are some outstanding dishes and there are some that are missing their spark. The house noodles were the best dish we had and had a great flavor profile. The tea leaf salad unfortunately seemed to miss the mark on this visit.The portions seemed to have gotten smaller, and the prices are up a bit, but this is still pretty popular. Check the yelp waitlist, but we were able to walk in even after they closed the list so give them a call or drop by and they might have tables open. (We got there around 7:30pm and there was no wait. )

Review №16

2021-03-27 05:33:51

We ordered green tea salad, Lap Pat Dok (Tea Leaf Salad)* vegetarian, veg friend rice & egg plant with garlic sauce. It was plateful and yummy food. Very friendly staff and had good food after long time. Very safe too...

Review №17

2018-01-29 16:09:04

This restaurant has never disappointed me. I randomly ordered the mango salad, kaw soi (or something like that), and spicy asparagus chicken. They all taste amazing. I saw other customers order Singaporean noodle and avocado tempura rolls which will be my order for the next visit!

Review №18

2022-05-27 02:02:23

I originally set out in hunt of traditional style Mexican food. The place a few blocks down was so disappointing in atmosphere and smell that I didnt even bother to sit down. So I took to walking and let my nose be my guide. I spotted the unobtrusive red sign claiming Burmese food and thought what the hey, Ill give it a try.I had never eaten Burmese food before and wanted to try something classic. Josh, the very pleasant young man who waited on me, made a suggestion for Burmese style chicken curry and coconut rice. The chicken in this dish is all dark meat and it was very tender and moist. The seasonings were well blended and not overpowering. The rice was beautifully cooked and had a mild sweet after note that went well with the curry. This is a hidden San Francisco gem.

Review №19

2018-07-02 05:29:17

Pretty solid Burmese food. I agree with others that the portions are slightly on the smaller side. The tea leaf salad was good but maybe too many peanuts compared to the cabbage. The house noodles were delicious. We also got the string beans which had great flavor but kinda oily.

Review №20

2019-03-26 22:21:08

The food was very good.. We ordered the Burmese samosas which was very different from authentic Indian samosas. This a very small restaurant so it gets crowded. There is also very little room to wait inside for your table.. We called in for a reservation and was told they dont take reservations.. When we got there, people were waiting with reservations... There is also a very strange dining in rule... You must order at least $15 per person... My husband and I were going to share a dish and was told that we couldnt... But then was told that since we ordered appetizers we didnt have to order the second dish..We were not told that from the beginning... We also paid the bill by credit card buttipped in cash... A waiter subsequently approached us to say a tip given onto the credit card receipt..... The food is great which is the only reason for the 3 stars but their service rules are a bit sketchy.. I think we will avoid here and look for another Burmese restaurant.

Review №21

2022-05-18 00:37:05

My second time here and still impressed with the food. Coconut Chicken Soup is delicious! Highly recommend this place. Location is great as well with lots of shoppings

Review №22

2021-07-25 04:13:18

A cozy, family-friendly restaurant with beautiful art and paintings from Burma. Service is nice but expect a bit of a wait on weekends (and a slightly rushed service if I may dare say so 😅- they gave us the bill before we were done eating). I liked that the servers were all wearing nice floral printed shirts. I don’t believe the place is halal which is why I stuck to vegetarian food. Got the following items:- Parantha (think a flaky layered parantha) served with two small gravies. One had a bit of a creamy base while the other one was more on the soupy side. I really enjoyed it.- Special House noodles with tofu. These were flat noodles, mildly spiced with tofu in a turmeric sauce (more on the dry side) garnished with some crunchy fried noodle type stuff and coriander. It was nice although portion size was kind of small.- Spicy veggie curry with okra and cauliflower. This reminded me of an Indian dish called channa Daal. They had cooked some lentils with veggies and spices. It had a warm comforting feel to it but wasn’t as spicy as it indicated.- Burmese iced tea - a more intense version of the Thai iced tea. Served in beautiful tall glasses.I liked the meal overall. Nice place for a family meal or special occasion.

Review №23

2023-10-04 16:24:20

This was my first experience trying Burmese cuisine, and it was truly exceptional! Mingalaba has left a lasting impression on me. We ordered the Tea Leaf Salad, Veg Samusa Soup, and Burmese-style noodles, and every dish was absolutely delicious. I cant wait to return for another delightful meal!

Review №24

2022-04-10 01:48:14

Its a decent Burmese restaurant in the middle of downtown Burlingame. The menu is pretty extensive. The food was good. Service was OK; on a cold and windy evening we had to fight for the heater and the staff didnt look too friendly.

Review №25

2020-07-08 02:51:52

Perhaps I didn’t order the staple foods of this establishment which leads to my rating. With that said, I’m glad this Burmese restaurant has outdoor seating available in a COVID era. I ordered a shrimp curry dish and also a dish that had lentils and okra. I feel that the veggie dish lacked flavor and was very bland. The shrimp was absolutely delicious but the curry was very normal tomato sauce like. Hopefully I can come back and enjoy other dishes like their tea leaf salad and other items they are known for.

Review №26

2023-11-18 07:13:18

Truly a wonderful Burmese experience - the food, the spices, the drinks, everything was lovely, fresh and enjoyable and we were one of the last parties to be seated for the day. Easy to recommend.

Review №27

2019-05-05 01:07:35

For the price and ambience .. food and service wasnt that great ... Entrees started coming in batches, right at the start; soup came in after few entrees came and the last entrees item came 5 mins after. If 2 are eating and you order more than 3 items, the table space will be very less. Disappointed visit and will most likely skip this place

Review №28

2023-08-21 00:20:37

I had a wonderful experience at Mingalaba Restaurant, where I enjoyed some delicious Burmese cuisine more than one in Daly City. The restaurant has a cozy and relaxing atmosphere, a pleasant ambiance. The service was friendly and attentive, and the food came out quickly and hot. My recommendation is should bring rice when you bring the entree but actually it’s not too long for them to bring the rice, just recommendations.I ordered the tea leaf salad, which was a refreshing and crunchy mix of fermented tea leaves, cabbage, tomatoes, fried garlic, peanuts, sesame seeds, and dried shrimp. It had a unique flavor that was tangy, savory, and slightly bitter. I also tried the house special noodle, which was a generous portion of thin rice noodles stir-fried with chicken, shrimp, eggs, bean sprouts, and scallions. It was flavorful and satisfying, with a hint of curry and coconut milk. I also ordered the asparagus with pork and okra which I like this okra dish a lot. For dessert, I had the coconut rice with mango, which was a sweet and creamy treat that complemented the spicy dishes.I would highly recommend Mingalaba Restaurant to anyone who wants to try something different and delicious. The menu has a variety of dishes to suit different tastes and preferences, from salads and soups to curries and stir-fries. The prices are reasonable for the quality and quantity of food, and the portions are perfect for sharing. Mingalaba Restaurant is a gem in Burlingame that deserves more recognition and appreciation.

Review №29

2021-12-28 06:41:48

Good place for some Burmese food. We tried the samusa soup and house noodles, the samusa soup was absolutely delicious. The portion was generous, good for 2 people.Another great burmese dish is tea leaf salad.Due to covid, they have set up an outdoor seating area, which is great.

Review №30

2023-01-25 21:28:56

This used to be my go-to place in Burlingame. Food was amazing. I used to like their lunch specials as I go solo for lunch. I ordered my fav tea leaf salad. This time around it was $16.75 and the size was slightly more than a cup. I will need a 2nd lunch in an hour. :-).

Review №31

2019-11-23 19:26:50

Fried rice, mango salad, egg okra curry all delicious. Would order the first two again. I think I can make the last one myself at home.. its very similar to a Indian dish.

Review №32

2019-02-15 21:57:18

A good Burmese cuisine restaurant located in the downtown area of Burlingame.Their Mango dishes and Samusa soup are a must try. Also the fresh coconut is soothing.Order Rice as required. May not need a side of rice with each entree. Can share 2 rice sides among 3 people.Expect a bit of crowd around 12-1 PM.Also, they wont seat people until all members are there in person together.Service is quick and warm.Taste 5/5. Some of my friends felt it a bit spicy. So you may want to request the spice level to your suiting.Parking on the back of the restaurant is advisable, since the street parking gets filled fast.

Review №33

2018-02-02 09:04:56

Mingalaba literally is a traditional Burmese greeting meaning Its a blessing and the food here is as such. It gets busy around 6:30, so come in early to avoid waiting to be seated. The food menu is a mix of Burmese and Mandarin Chinese dishes... Id recommend to stick to Burmese. The tea leaf salad is delicious and the Moh Hing Nga soup is lovely too. Finish off with some traditional Burmese desserts and youd leave well satisfied!

Review №34

2017-07-12 06:00:26

The Tea Leaf Salad Is The Best Creation Ever!!! Ate here on June 16 and will definitely be back! Had the tea leaf salad which they make in front of you along with parantha (amazing pastry) and curry beef! Everything was delicious!

Review №35

2022-07-21 20:35:27

We have been here multiple times, there paratha and dip is great. We love their noodles as well. Ordered the tea leaf salad for the first time and it wasn’t up to the expectation. Will stick to ordering noodles next time

Review №36

2023-09-26 07:18:44

Not worth it. We felt hustled to order more than we wanted and then neglected. Nobody asked how we were doing, not even water refills.It wasnt even busy, so theres no excuse.Portions were small and pricey.

Review №37

2021-05-06 04:36:17

Samosa Soup, Blooming Jasmine Tea, vegetarian Tea Leaf salad and vegetarian Burmese noodles are just too yummy and awesome. The service was first class and the people really cared for our comfort by moving heat lamp closer, making sure table doesnt shake, etc. I would rate my experience one of the best I have had.

Review №38

2018-08-06 04:30:10

Delicious!! My friend and I shared the rainbow salad (vegetarian) and the House noodles with coconut chicken and lime leaves. Both dishes were superb. The chicken was tender. Fast service.

Review №39

2023-06-15 03:31:56

I echo recent reviewers comments: The food quality at Mingabala has gone down quite a bit. The coconut rice was mushy and didnt have any coconut flavor. The Burmese noodle dish was tiny. The curry was not flavorful and watery. Did they change the owner or the chef? In addition, they automatically add a 15% service charge on the food bill, and added the tax on top of the tip which is unheard of. I will not go back.

Review №40

2021-09-15 02:37:35

Great food, they have many options even for vegetarian people. The mango salad was delicious! Also tried the Sambusa soup and Burmese style noodles, tasted great!

Review №41

2023-11-12 12:54:43

Paragraph it is everywhere in the Bay Area but although the food was good I felt pressured to order extra rice (4$ a bowl ) tea (7$ cup ) and appetizers ( I was told they are small, they are not ) just to run the bill, paid 140 for what felt 50 in any other comparable restaurant

Review №42

2023-06-07 01:09:41

I had such a horrible experience at this restaurant. DO NOT GO HERE. Save yourself a lot of money and poor quality food. My friend and I stopped by as we were in the area and wanted some good food. This place seemed busy so we thought it would be a good option. We waited 10 min and were seated. We ordered paratha, a Burmese coconut noodle dish, spicy basil tofu, and mango chicken. FIRST OF ALL, everything on the menu is SO EXPENSIVE. They are charging 25% more than similar restaurants. The paratha was the only thing that was good but the portion was so small for $12 - they only give one paratha. Now for the entrees. The mango chicken was flavorless and poor quality and it was barely edible. No sauce at all they just cut up mango in a bowl of chicken and called it a day. The noodles tasted bad as well. They didn’t have much flavor except coconut and the sauce was a weird texture. The tofu also just tasted bad it was barely edible. Also the portions were very small. I was already so dissatisfied until I got the check. They added an involuntary 15% service charge. I usually tip 15-20% but this horrible food and below average service did not deserve a 15% tip BUT I HAD NO CHOICE. I felt robbed. The whole dinner for two ended up being $90!!!! THATS INSANE FOR HORRIBLE FOOD. I paid with a $100 bill and the server had the audacity to ask if I wanted my change back. YES I WANT MY CHANGE NO WAY IN HELL IM TIPPING ANOTHER $10. ABSOLUTELY ATROCIOUS. Please don’t go here I don’t know how this place is in business. Save your money there’s so much better Burmese food in the bay and food in Burlingame. DONT GO TRUST ME. One of my worst restaurant experiences for sure. I couldn’t even eat the food it was so bad and I wasted so much money. I wish I could give negative stars.

Review №43

2019-06-11 04:33:47

Food was awesome! Adequately spicy too. Must try if you’re in the area. It’s worth a drive over even if you’re not in Burlingame.

Review №44

2023-09-26 01:58:01

If youre looking for a Burmese Cuisine, you got the best one in town. Ive been here several times, and the food was savory.

Review №45

2023-12-08 05:53:40

The green beans with tofu are literally the best food on the planet they are so delicious.

Review №46

2023-07-24 00:04:22

Food was really average. We ordered tea leaf salad, Burmese noodles and paratha. Paratha was Amazing but the rest were so so

Review №47

2023-09-25 00:37:37

That used to be a very good quality food restaurant but now it is only good and prices are super high, not worth at this point. My kids waited long for the dishes.

Review №48

2023-10-07 03:56:32

The food is amazing! You can taste the fresh ingredients. Friendly staff :)

Review №49

2022-06-01 15:02:08

Mingalaba never disappoints. Food is good and tasty, Burmese lamb curry def must try. I love their Mango Salad my to go dish always.

Review №50

2017-01-09 00:39:05

Excellent Burmese fare but draws big crowds into a tiny restaurant. We called for reservations and had a bit of a snafu with being seated, but the mistake was quicky remedied. The Paratha and Samosas are delicious and the presentation of all our dishes was beautiful.

Review №51

2023-03-06 19:47:03

If you like Burmese food, this is the place to go. If youve never tried Burmese food, this is the place to go. This is a regular for me and I go at least several times. The atmosphere good but a little cramped on busy nights. The addition of outside dining has helped greatly. I started going shortly after the restaurant started several years ago and have never had a bad dish. I personally love the tea leaf salad. My kids love the noodle dishes. Good assortment of food but not overwhelming. Burmese food is a combination of Thai, Indian and Chinese cuisine all mixed into. One of my favorite restaurants.

Review №52

2018-10-25 06:39:28

[Update] Both my friend and I had stomach aches and “digestive issues” after our lunch today... Never going back.Had their lunch special Basil Spicy Chicken and Mango Chicken. We probably picked some of the worst non-authentic Burmese dishes but they still lackes flavor especially the chicken. I liked Rangoon Ruby a lot more.

Review №53

2017-02-13 14:36:43

The wait for the table is totes worth it. Great food, nice service and overall a lovely meal. Coconut curries particularly recommended.

Review №54

2023-04-22 03:48:45

This was my first experience with Burmese food. The flavors were absolutely amazing. I was worried that the spice levels may be too much, but was perfect taste with a slight kick. I had the cripsy pancake, veggie roll, mango chicken and samusa soup. All tasted great, and the sauce/ curries were very unique in flavor but really good. I strongly recommend giving this place a try. I cant compare it to other Burmese restaurants which hard to find in general. But definitely worth!

Review №55

2021-11-15 14:32:22

Not authentic dishes so be careful what you order. Burmese / Chinese restaurant seems odd to me but I gave it a try since it was the only option in Burlingame. So each entree is $20+. It doesn’t seem right to pay that amount for a basic Chinese dish of Basil Beef (which I imagined would be more Thai style but was not). Absolutely nothing special. For the prices they charge they could at least offer glass glasses instead of different colored plastic cups. The place seemed rundown and disorganized and not that clean. Decor was basic and unthoughtful. Staff was slow and I felt like I was in a bad diner not a restaurant pushing out $20 a dish entrees.

Review №56

2022-11-29 03:56:09

Small, intimate dining area with a mix of Burmese and some Chinese dishes. Accommodating to my asks for less spicy! Walnut shrimp was great, garlic eggplant was very fresh, rainbow chicken was excellent. I liked the basil pork but wasn’t my fave. There were beef dishes at our table but I did not try them. Service was good.

Review №57

2023-05-29 01:02:17

Tea leaf salad, shan noodles, tofu vegetable kebat, yellow bean fried rice+ wide variety of vegan and vegetarian options+ good service- portion sizes were not worth the price (there are other burmese restaurants in the bay area that charge less $ for double the portion size for each dish)

Review №58

2023-11-07 16:53:29

My dish of coconut curry beef was a stew. Tea was a blend.

Review №59

2020-02-24 04:54:23

Simple straightforward wholesome food.Love the flavours and simplistic approach. A packed restaurant speaks for itself.

Review №60

2018-05-14 19:43:28

I specially ask them without cilentro, they said we can prepare. But they did not. Food is fare enough. Price is good. Staff is kind but their minds a bit of confusing. Ot is not much important. Restroom is just one and not enough clean.

Review №61

2017-06-19 06:08:29

Good vegetarian options with flavorful and succulent food! Parathas and vegetarian avocado spring rolls for appetizers were well prepared and Tofu Kebat for main course was flavorful and juicy, even though it appeared dry. Worth visiting!

Review №62

2022-11-27 15:20:17

With great sadness I must say that I recommend skipping this place! My family of four went to this place and ordered five items and one appetizer. When they brought out our first item, Beef with Broccoli the portion size was perfect for one person! We were actually amazed at the small portion size. It went even worse when the rest of the items arrived..child size portions. It was even worse when the bill arrived, the total was $149.95. We noticed in small print that they will add a 15% service fee for two or more people. This charge is automatically added to the bill. Also when they give you the bill the tip line is still on the receipt creating a situation where you might give an additional tip if you dont look carefully at the bill. Also one of our items showed a higher charge than the menu stated. We asked for a menu again to verify this error.

Review №63

2023-04-20 03:59:52

Not sure how I overlooked reviewing Mingalaba, one of my favorites in downtown Burlingame. Always fresh, tasty, and friendly. My go to’s are the shrimp fried rice with brown rice, the roti w/ curry appetizer, and mango chicken. I haven’t had anything from the food items that I didn’t like. I do avoid the spicy foods, but still great! Only 1 thing I didn’t like was the decaf tea option, which was just a teabag.

Review №64

2023-11-16 10:15:38

The food was delicious as always and the staff were super nice and friendly.

Review №65

2023-05-12 04:48:04

If you are here try paratha, samosa, Burmese tea and lots of other food. Sweet and sour chicken needs some improvement. In general recommend this place.Update: quality remains outstanding. Anything, we tried on the menu was great.

Review №66

2022-10-27 06:34:08

We ordered the burmese curry beef with coconut rice, house noodles, and chicken fried rice. The noodles and fried rice were great, but the beef in the curry was on the drier side. The portions are very small, so I cant really justify the prices. But the flavor was good at least. The servers were very nice!

Review №67

2018-05-17 06:49:23

Dishes were okay but smaller portions than expected. Wish they had stronger flavors

Review №68

2023-04-29 22:04:43

Food was on point. Great flavors at this restaurant. The chefs really know how to bring out all the flavors of the ingredients. Overall very impressed and Ill definitely come back.

Review №69

2022-12-28 01:18:08

We tried the beef with green beans and the Shan noodles (this dish is vegetarian). Both dishes were delicious and well flavoured. The beef green beans needed a separate side of rice. The dish itself was really well made. The Shan noodles came with rice noodles and soft tofu. Both portions were a bit on the smaller side than usual American restaurants but perfect for one person each. Would come back for sure :)

Review №70

2018-04-17 00:52:01

I expected more spice but the food was tasty enough. The portions were much larger than anticipated.

Review №71

2023-11-16 22:38:19

Mediocre food, but good for Burlingame. They charge $8 for a can of cheap Asian beer which is atrocious.

Review №72

2023-03-10 23:50:41

Horrible female owner .We went today for lunch 3 of us. Ordered 2 $20 entrees to split as a quick snack. The waiter took the order, 10 minutes later our food came, and no water yet. We had to ask for water! Then after we were almost finished eating the waiter comes back and tells us we need to order another entree as we did not order enough?He says the owner lady says you have to order more food? I said why? He said there is a minimum? I said show me where it says that on the menu, and to have the owner lady come out to speak with us. 10 minutes later the waiter ( who looked very scared of the owner lady) came back and said it was ok not to order more? Of course the owner never came back out to talk to us or say sorry. I have spent thousands at this restaurant over the past 20 years and will never go again. And by the way tipped the waiter $20 on a $40 tab just to let him know we knew it wasnt his fault. The owner lady was highly unprofessional for an owner of a very established restaurant and should have handled it personally. I have no respect and would never spend a dollar there again.

Review №73

2022-11-24 17:44:09

Been coming here since it opened, but sadly the recent reviews of drastically increased prices with noticeably smaller portions and worst of all -- the SNEAKY additional tip after theyve already automatically added gratuity (which I frustratingly fell for)... are all accurate.The food tonight also felt lower than their usual quality, and it didnt help that the staff was rushing us out the door by hovering over our table and stacking chairs around us.... at 8pm.Tonight was my last time dining here.

Review №74

2022-05-30 00:00:36

Fresh crisp veggies and perfectly seasoned dishes.The rainbow chicken and rainbow prawns were wonderful. The coconut rice was excellent as was the combination fried rice.The sauteed mushrooms and asparagus was ok but my daughter wanted to order it because she had it there before and said it was delicious. So apparently it was just an off night for that dish.Service was quick and friendly. The prices were a bit high for the size of the dishes especially the coconut rice. But I will definitely go there again. Just dont expect to go home with leftovers.

Review №75

2022-10-21 03:25:43

Due to the pandemic we had not been there for 3 years. We had the mango salad, fish with vegetables in a oyster sauce and noodles with chicken. Many dishes are listed as spicy. Most of them can be adjusted to the level of spice you prefer. We also had a mango Lassi to drink. There is seating inside and outside. A delicious treat!!

Review №76

2021-07-03 22:29:39

Delicious food, very different and exquisite. I tried the House special noodle, Burmese style noodles and the samusas ❤️❤️❤️❤️

Review №77

2022-06-16 05:26:46

Everything was so good! The paratha, tea leaf salad, asparagus spicy chicken, Rangoon beef were all delicious. Good sized portions (not too small but not huge), too. We had to wait for a while at 7pm (party of 2) on a weekday but it was worth it. There is tablet you can use to get in a virtual line and you get a notification when the table is ready.

Review №78

2022-07-20 04:18:35

The food deserves 5 stars, but the service brings it down to 4. The food is bursting with flavor! And they have so many vegan options. I had the pumpkin curry tofu with coconut rice. Delish!But the service is lacking. The staff is pleasant enough. But they havent set up the restaurant to welcome patrons. Theres a sign in kiosk just inside the door. But as people wait to be seated, the food runners yell at people to get out of the way and wait outside. I got up to use the restroom which was near the kitchen, but it was being used and I was asked to wait back near the tables. The staff gives you the feeling that customers are in the way and have forgotten we are the reason they come to work each day. I would eat there again, but Id opt for take away.

Review №79

2019-08-23 03:45:06

A popular place. Every dish we had was very good.

Review №80

2023-01-02 03:11:17

Super expensive. Cold indoor seating. Very small portions. Fake advertisement of menu prices because they automatically add 15% mandatory service fee. So add $3-4 extra on every menu item.- Two pieces of shrimp tempuras are $24 dollars. It’s smaller than half of my palm(4-5 inches) each. Everything takes super long.- Green tea is $10 per person even though it comes in a small tea pot and two people can comfortably share it. They wont let you share your $10 green tea. You have to pay $20 for green tea.- Refill for hot water is also $2 surcharge.- Not only that we waited 45 mins to be seated even though we had only 1 party in front of us and nobody served us for 35 minutes after we were seated.- Inside of the restaurant is too cold as well. No heaters or anything. I guess 15% mandatory service fee doesn’t cover this atrocity. I absolutely don’t recommend this place. I’ve never eaten at such an uncomfortable spot.

Review №81

2017-09-03 06:06:07

Delicious food & wonderful service! Love their lunch specials - a great value!

Review №82

2019-12-02 01:44:06

Very good Burmese cuisine. Loved their paratha and beef curry! The Ono Kow Swe (chicken coconut soup) was good after adding more lemon and coriander.

Review №83

2022-09-12 03:41:53

Got a little too cute with my order - I was dining solo and didnt want leftovers, so I went with the tea leaf salad and the Paratha. The Paratha and coconut curry were excellent, not sure you could make them better. The tea leaf salad was good not great, I would eat it again but would prefer to share it and save room for another entree. Definitely have to get some curry next time - there will be a next time.

Review №84

2017-07-14 10:21:48

Food was very tasty and service was great. Will go again to try other dishes...

Review №85

2022-05-05 00:57:01

Tasty food but rather expensive and service a bit slow. They also forgot to bring my rice!

Review №86

2022-09-16 16:11:40

Drinks- Burmese milk tea with coconut milk. Similar to Thai milk tea. Sweet and tasted good with coconut milk.Appetizer: Samusa and Roti Paratha.Entree: Tea leaf salad, Veg fried rice, Mango fish, Prawn curry. Very fresh ingredients were the highlight of all the dishes. The fish was flaky soft and fresh with fresh mango cubes. Prawn curry in tomato onion sauce was tasty with the right amount of spice. Even the fried rice with fresh veggies was very flavorful.Service was good and friendly.The place was a bit dark and cold. Have had better tea leaf salad than this place.Overall very good food and service. Will visit again with a jacket :).

Review №87

2019-02-03 03:47:23

Their Burmese dishes are excellent. Dont get their Chinese dishes.

Review №88

2022-01-25 00:33:15

This restaurant is so delicious. The portions are always huge as well so Im able to take more home for lunch the next day. My go to dishes usually the beef chow fun. Always has a ton of flavor and very fresh. Would highly recommend.

Review №89

2022-09-01 06:45:49

This is a solid place for Burmese food. It has been a great place before sending people off to the airport. The entrees (tea leaf salad, stir fried string beans, Burmese prawn curry) and rice (coconut or saffron rice) are all great. I have been here many times but this is the place that I would like to explore more.

Review №90

2023-06-25 20:43:07

Very special and taste good. Their coconut milk tea is not notched!

Review №91

2023-04-11 15:53:08

I have been going to this place for the last 8 years, they are definitely one of the good restaurants I have visited but they used to be much better and now I can also find alternatives at their current quality in different parts of the bay, hope they get back to their hey days soon

Review №92

2021-03-30 20:29:11

Our go-to restaurant for Asian cuisine. Always reliably good. A very diverse menu with foods that both adults and kids with enjoy. For the latter there is fried rice (best in town), dumplings, etc. We love the Burmese curry, fried tofu with okra, tea salad, but havent had a bad dish yet.

Review №93

2022-02-07 15:48:13

Solid Burmese option on Burlingame avenue. We went on a Sunday night and the atmosphere wasnt so great with tons of doordash drivers lined up inside the restaurant waiting for their pickups. We enjoyed the tea leaf salad. Two of the steak and chicken dishes we ordered spicy came out mild. I think this place is best on slower weekday nights when there is less delivery demand and the wait staff can be more attentive.

Review №94

2019-04-20 02:47:37

Best Burmese restaurant, great tase and high quality.

Review №95

2023-04-05 20:11:32

Poor quality beef. It was dry, chewy, overcooked Beef. Beef curry should be a bit fatty and fall of the bone soft. Dont buy the saffron rice either. Not worth it.

Review №96

2022-10-08 22:34:45

The staff was incredibly rude. The food used to be quite good here, but today the beef was extremely dry, the rice was cold, and the staff seemed too busy to attend to anyone. Much better restaraunts in the area.

Review №97

2021-12-11 20:56:33

I ordered for delivery and it was surprisingly good. The pan fried string beans with prawns was tasty, shrimp was fresh, but the dish is on the oily side. Singapore style noodles were good. Paratha was tasty, like a buttery croissant, I wish the portion size was bigger

Review №98

2022-02-10 03:24:31

The noodles were great. I love the rice! I kept ordering the rice! The iced tea was authentic. The people serving us were so nice and friendly. The noodles were the most surprising, since the flavor was just so new to me.

Review №99

2021-03-18 00:24:22

We’ve gotten takeout several times here and each time order the house special noodles which are delicious. Mango chicken and General’s chicken are both really tasty as well. Cannot go wrong with a side order of coconut rice!Affordable and great quality Burmese food.

Review №100

2022-02-09 06:53:38

Phenomenal restaurant serving Burmese and Mandarin dishes. It is much better than the similar restaurant a few doors down. We mainly order Bernese dishes: coconut chicken soup with noodles, House special noodles, paratha, curries. Oh, please bring back ginger lamb, it’s our favorite!

Review №101

2022-10-04 16:41:19

We decided to visit one of our favorite Burmese restaurants. Im sad to say we were Very DISAPPOINTED! We have been eating here since the day it opened. I understand the economy is challenging for everyone and businesses. But tonight we felt cheated and robbed. All the dishes we used to order was shockingly much smaller and the price disproportionally higher.We ordered the following: 1 paratha pancake ($11). The curry beef ($22) was served in a small cereal size bowl. The pan fried string beans with 6 prawns ($22) was lacking. I can almost count the number of beans on the small plate. The basil fish ($22) was the same just a few filet fish with sliced vegetables. Mango lasi tall glass was the same but cost $8.Im fine paying more for an entree but to make the dishes almost half size from before is highway robbery. If this is how Mingalaba is going to treat their customers then maybe its time stop visiting this overpriced Burmese restaurant. We dont like to be taken advantage especially for a family meal.Btw, they also tag on a 15% tip automatically even though theres less than 6 ppl. We were 3 in our party. Then they ask for an extra tip on the final bill as a trick if youre not paying attention. Go somewhere else. Theres plenty of great restaurants in the Peninsula or Bay Area. But dont take my words for it. See for yourself.

Review №102

2022-02-15 20:13:16

Its been about 5 years since I was here, but I think about this place often. Some co-workers brought me here for my first and only experience with Burmese food (which I would describe crudely as Chinese food + mango). I remember sampling various things and just being blown away in general. Im glad I explored my timeline to find the name and location of this place again so I can plan a visit if Im ever in SF!

Review №103

2023-05-17 21:38:34

The food is ok. Not the best. The price is high and the plate is half full. The tip is a precharged. 15%. The restaurant is a tiny place.

Review №104

2021-06-23 03:24:03

Great tasting dishes and lots to choose from including lots of vegetarian dishes. Lamb curry, Samusas, basil spicy beef, and rainbow salad were our favorites. Very good service. Ate in the nice outdoor dining area (the blinds were a plus to keep the sun and passerbys away). Definitely coming back to try their other dishes.

Review №105

2022-12-02 02:02:02

One of my favorite local restaurants.My favorites are the avocado vegetarian spring rolls, tea leaf salad and the coconut chicken soup with rice noodles.

Review №106

2020-12-29 14:29:08

Through a volunteer service, I was picking up an order for a local couple. Although I did not taste the food, the experience was enough to make me return and try it myself.The couple had mistakenly placed an order with a different restaurant when they thought they were ordering from Mingalaba.Despite the error not being theirs, the staff were able to turn around my order VERY quickly and was very professional and friendly throughout the experience. This was a great experience for me and the couple I was assisting, since they would have gone without their dinner for the evening.It was truly appreciated.Because of this, I will definitely be giving their cuisine a try soon.I gave it 4 stars only because I have not tasted the food personally. :)

Review №107

2022-07-17 02:30:17

Very bad service. We needed to order more dishes so the host actually told us that this is last order, kitchen is closing at 6:30. Liars when they are actually hosting new tables. When we pointed out that they are illegally charging tax on service fee they refunded some money and then did not allow my kids to use the restroom! They are wrong on so many levels. Never going again.

Review №108

2020-11-17 06:25:50

Delicious food? Yes. We got the house special noodles, fermented tea salad, and fried rice.Noodles were really good, curry sauce was a great topping.Tea salad, just ok in my opinion. Was going for similar to burma superstar but this one was way more fermented. A little too much for my palate.Fried rice? Kids liked it. Nothing special.We will come back if were in the area.

Review №109

2019-12-01 15:44:51

Amazing samusa soup. Found spicy basil tofu a bit too sweet for my taste.

Review №110

2020-02-02 02:43:46

This place is easily one of the best restaurants in the peninsula. Eating vegan and gluten free is really easy here. The food is exceptional, which is probably why it gets the Michelin recommendation every year. Always packed, we mostly order take out from here, and the quality is equal to eating in the restaurant, which is rare.

Review №111

2022-01-29 03:58:51

Do not place a phone order here. Always use a service. We try to support small businesses by ordering directly but we have always had issues ordering pick up over the phone.The first time the restaurant gave us the wrong order. The environment was very busy and the employee just pushed us out the door with a bag. As we were heading home we got a call accusing us of taking someones order and demanding we return it. This was rude but we understood the chaos.This second time they didnt mark the order with either our name nor phone number. After scrambling to find it, we discovered they gave us the wrong items, missing items, and refused to refund the missing items to boot. Instead the employee offered to give a credit next time. Its a shame there wont be a next time.

Review №112

2022-04-23 13:53:35

The food was average-to-decent, service was great, portions were small and prices were in line with inflation and Burlingame downtown (aka expensive).We got a parata (good), tea leaf salad (meh), veggie kebat (average) and Shan noodles (good). Frankly, there are better Burmese options elsewhere unless youre bound to the peninsula.

Review №113

2022-01-17 23:51:56

Food is not bad but very pricy. A $17 curry doesnt come with rice and you have to add $5 for a bowl of coconut rice. Not sure if its the sunny winter weather or what, there were so many small flies lingering around most of the outdoor seatings. There are better Burmese restaurants in the area.

Review №114

2020-12-17 00:34:18

Still amazing after all these years. Spicy asparagus chicken cooked to perfection. Tea leaf salad and multiple noodle dishes were delicious. Outdoor seating wasnt busy and well spaced out, with plexiglass barriers in-between tables.

Review №115

2022-03-14 01:57:00

The food was ok (not really authentic), and Im Burmese. But the service was horrible,the waitress gives you a stare if you dont order immediately, and they charged 20% tips for four folks and a kid, claiming thats 5 people. Also, watch out for the rice bowl that costs $4 per bowl.

Review №116

2022-08-19 04:09:18

Loved everything! Mou Hin Ga and tea leaf salad are the best with truly authentic Burmese flavors. I can attest to that as I am used to Burmese food.

Review №117

2019-11-24 04:46:08

Amazing flavors, incredible gustatory experience. We tried a few of the salads, interesting fermented flavors. I had the Burmese vegetable curry...really delightful. But...loud as all get out. Left with a headache, but satisfied palate.

Review №118

2022-07-24 19:58:29

Used to be great. Recently it has been very average. Staff Asian so ok. Be careful, they charge 15% service fee. I added 20% tips so ended up paying 35% tips. Kind of fishy but I guess Asian.

Review №119

2022-03-15 03:59:42

I decided to have dinner here on Sunday 3/13. I was in the area and Mingalaba had been recommended to me for good Burmese food. Yelp said there was a 9-19 minute wait so I put myself down on the waitlist since I was about 5 minutes away. This review is purely based on my bad experience with their service. If I could give this restaurant zero stars, I would.My bf and I came in at 6:45 pm. There were a lot of people coming in to pickup takeout orders. None of the servers acknowledged us. When I finally got the attention of a lady who looked like a hostess, she rudely pointed and told us to wait 5 mins by the door. Finally, one of the servers sat us a table. It took a while for us to place our order (Tea Leaf Salad, Mo Hing Nga, Burmese Style Noodle) and this is when things went downhill.My bf and I noticed that there were 3 other caucasian parties that got sat down at tables shortly before and after us and they immediately got helped. Their drinks and food came out pretty quick. I assumed that the kitchen is busy but I kept seeing other tables with caucasian people get their food first. I did not want to assume the worst but I was already getting a bad feeling. After waiting patiently for 30 mins, I asked one of the servers to check on our food and he said our food was going to be ready soon.40 minutes had gone by and the caucasian couple who had sat down next to us about 10 minutes ago already got some of their food. This was when my bf and I decided to just leave. We were furious and hungry and felt like we were being discriminated against because we are Asian. I have grown up in the Bay Area and this is the first time I have experienced racism and felt discriminated against for my race.Do not let let the 2.3K 4-5 star reviews fool you. This restaurant DISCRIMINATES and is RACIST. It is a shame that an Asian restaurant is racist towards Asians. I have never walked out of a restaurant before and I am glad I did not give any of my business to Mingalaba. If you filter through the current reviews and 200 something not recommended reviews, there are similar ones.

Review №120

2020-02-15 21:48:22

My vegan niece was overjoyed with the wide variety of dishes she could order here. shes used to having to be careful in a menu but here she was like a kid in a candy store. Im more of a meatatarian, but we both agreed their food, vegan or not, is amazing. Definitely recommend getting the rainbow salad, coconut rice, some kind of a curry, soup, and tea. I enjoyed a mixed seafood curry.

Review №121

2019-07-31 21:14:41

I stopped by here for a quick bite to eat before my flight. Right away, I was blown away by how amazing the food was compared to the low cost. The entire dining experience/atmosphere was amazing- enough to warrant a 5 star rating on its own.However when I left the restaurant and got to the airport, I had realized that I had left my backpack at the restaurant! With my flight boarding in an hour and my rental car already being returned, I was in full panic mode. I quickly called the store and asked if they could ship the bag to my final destination- but the owner then offered to drive to the airport with my bag! She got here in amazing time, and then even refused to take a tip. She just smiled and said to get home safe.This place is just filled with a truly amazing staff, and the quality of their food is directly tied to how much they care about their customers. I will 100% be stopping here again on my next trip to SF.

Review №122

2021-06-18 22:32:12

Hot vegetarian soup was fantastic. Mongolian beef was tasty, tender and nice. I only wish it wouldve been better if prices were reasonable. The staff was quite fast enough.

Review №123

2021-07-30 16:21:24

I am so disappointed in the service we have received here over the weekend, came in around 3:30pm after a brunch rush hour and there were maybe 3 tables outside that were occupied, the waiter took our order and we did not see him again until 20 min later when you brought our waters.There were two couples that sat down after us and both parties received their food before us and we were still waiting, one couple paid for their meal and we were still waiting, it took 40 min for our vegetarian dishes to be prepared. Not a single time did they check in w us, my hubby wanted more water and after drinking mine glass, I figured it will take a while so I just told him to forgot about the refill of waters. We also went inside the restaurant to get the check, the place was empty and the two waiters were on their phones.I ordered the Burmese Style Vegetables Curry Deluxe and the dish always has a nice kick to it and has tons of flavor, probably one of my favorite dishes on the menu. Hubby ordered the Burmese Style Pan Fried String Beans w Tofu and it was wonderful w lots of fried crunchy garlic.The food was delicious as always but the prices increased to about $17 for vegetarian dishes and with lack of customer service, the experience left me less than desired to come back.CC accepted.

Review №124

2023-02-22 06:16:35

The food here is AMAZING!!! Dont ask me what we ordered because I have no clue but I can tell you it was super tasty!

Review №125

2021-09-28 18:06:15

Mingalaba was my first try at burmese food and based off the reviews it seemed like a great place to start.The food was excellent! I ordered on doordash and picked up about 15 mins later. I had the mushu vegetable, the saffron rice, and samosas for an appetizer. Everything was delicious and while i played it safe for my first order i will definitely be coming back here for my futute burmese food adventures.The staff was nice and understanding of my needing to pick up and the place is always busy with a nice outdoor seating section and dining allowed inside as well but its very small and hectic inside

Review №126

2022-09-12 02:12:30

Food was alright. I was however put off by the 15% service charge they add to the bill as it feels pretty sneaky as it could easily be missed. When asked about it, they claim it was the tip (we were 2 people).

Review №127

2019-10-17 05:30:30

Good food but priced little high as compared to the ambience and experience they offer. This place is crowded and tables are small. Main course was good. In salad I tried tea leaf salad, it was okay; Burma Superstar in Oakland had a better tea leaf salad than this one.

Review №128

2017-10-08 03:58:30

Excellent Burmese food with an extensive vegetarian menu. Fresh ingredients, high quality, and prompt service. Not a large place, and it fills quickly, even for lunch. Without a reservation you may wait for dinner, but the neighborhood is nice and walkable, so you can pass the time. They take reservations for parties of 4 or larger. Food was flavorful and well-seasoned, though the noodles felt a bit too soft.

Review №129

2023-01-26 04:52:46

After many years of enjoying this restaurant we got very disappointed. The quality of food went down, portions got much smaller, and the price got much higher. Dont think well come back again.

Review №130

2015-04-24 17:03:47

Only if you know where to park and have plenty of timeWe were here while waiting overnight for a flight out of SFO - an excellent choice, but difficult to park and a long wait to get in. Even when we left at 8:15, there was still a line trailing out the door.It is easy to see why. Their food is wonderful, although to me the green tea salad was mostly oily peanuts—my personal reaction, other people love it. I had the Burmese curry lamb, which was excellent. My wife ordered house special noodles which were even better. If you are patient enough, this restaurant is an excellent choice, but only if you know where to park and have plenty of time.

Review №131

2018-06-30 22:14:27

Really authentic Burmese food. House Special Noodles are my absolute favorite. Tea leaf salad is so unique and tasty. Any of the Bumese curry dishes are very good. Always busy so be prepared to wait.

Review №132

2018-10-22 02:26:53

Burmese - Chinese restaurant that exceeded our expectations.Ordered a variety of dishes and none of them disappointed. The spring rolls were large and fresh, the sauce added just the right hit of flavor. The tea leaf salad was a bit more fermented than weve had but still good. The catfish chowder was great, tasty without being overpowering. The mushu wasnt very special but at least the ingredients were fresh. The wrap was a little too thin though. The Burmese noodle was a little soft but very tasty without becoming boring. The tampoi rice was simple but great on its own and accompanying the other dishes.Overall every dish achieved a good balance of flavor without being heavy or too oily, leaving you sated in the best way. Definitely worth frequent visits.

Review №133

2020-01-29 01:50:11

Not sure about the hype. Food is just average, and service is inadequate. The tea leaf salad is not recommended. It was very small, and missed some key ingredients. The lamb stir fry was ok, couldve been more flavorful and was very boring. The noodle dish was overcooked, to the point that the noodles were mushy, almost liquidy. Service was lousy. They want you to leave fast (so they can give your table to new customers) and make you feel unwelcome. Loud and not intimate setting.

Review №134

2021-12-12 02:23:48

Rainbow salad was ok. Long wait time.

Review №135

2019-04-29 18:21:33

On a business trip to SSF, I had to feed myself for dinner one evening because I miraculously didn’t have plans with either coworkers or friends. Luckily, one of the latter recommended Mingalaba. I have had Burmese food a few times, but this experience truly blew my mind.There was a bit of a wait (Thursday evening around 7/8pm) but since I was a party of 1, I was seated within 5 minutes. My food came out within 5 minutes as well, and the tea leaf salad (~$14) I ordered was lovingly described by the woman who brought it out while she mixed it for me. I LOVED it. I’ve never had anything like it before – crisp veggies, crunchy corn and peanuts, yummy sesame seeds, and salty-bitter tea leaves, all complemented by spicy jalapenos and fresh cherry tomatoes. I would come back and order this every day if I could. My jaw did get a little tired half-way through, but it was so delicious that I just munched right through it.

Review №136

2017-12-24 06:17:37

Good food, cannot comment if it was authentic Burmese as it was my first experience eating Burmese food. The food tasted really good specially the vegetarian soup. Quantities are big enough and if you are going with a person like me wife who eats only half her food then better order one and share. Overall a nice restaurant with tasty food.

Review №137

2018-11-03 01:29:24

3.5 service must be flagged down. The favorite is their signature Malaysian rice with cashew, raisins, peas and carrot. Dont get okra dish. It had two cut up okra. Come on, give us at least three. The vegetarian samosa was good. The shell is super thin. How they do that? Be prepared to spend 27.00 per person.

Review №138

2020-01-04 19:47:18

Tea leaf salad paratha and mango salad are amazing. Service is very attentive!

Review №139

2021-08-23 03:36:49

Dam. I remembered the pumpkin yellow chicken tasting so much better a few years ago. I ate some today that had absolutely no flavor and was one of the blandest dishes I have ever eaten. 😩 -($35)

Review №140

2017-01-25 22:26:49

3 stars for service which was very slow and spotty, but 5 stars for the food which was excellent once it showed up. We made reservations and the staff did not know how to properly seat the restaurant which led to our party having to wait a significant amount of extra time for the staff to realize they could have sat us right away, but didnt. Drinks and initial orders took a long time, but once the food came to the table, it was a stellar example of Burmese cuisine.

Review №141

2018-04-25 04:22:51

Good food and service. The pork curry was wonderful, but the tea leaf salad (usually a favorite) failed to impress. A friend (who had it before) said it was generally much better, so maybe an off night.

Review №142

2017-12-28 06:14:25

The food is great. Its a small restaurant but the food is served very quick. We got the paratha, tea leaves salad, samosas,okra with prawns and yellow curry. Everything had a very unique flavor and was not spicy at all. Highly recommend it and would definitely go back again.

Review №143

2019-11-20 05:07:24

Although the customer service was wonderful and the Combination Fried Rice that I ordered was delicious. One Star is given because there was only two - TWO pieces of Shrimp🍤 in a $15 order of COM-BI-NATION fried rice!!! It was more like a Beef Steak Fried Rice because that was the dominant meat in the dish!!! That was disappointing...

Review №144

2017-12-31 01:48:20

Never had Burmese food before. We tried the pancake appetizer and had a curry dish with chicken and potatoes. Overall it was pretty good, although it could have been spicier. Staff was very helpful and pleasant.

Review №145

2016-11-23 18:53:30

Amazing food. Best Burmese I have had. The tea leaf salad is by far the most unique and delicious item on the menu, though all of the noodle dishes (especially the Shan noodles) are a very close second.

Review №146

2012-05-10 12:53:05

This place is always packed at dinnertime, and its not a surprise. The food is consistently excellent, and different enough from the other Asian cuisine in town that it always feels fresh and interesting. The house noodle dish is particularly excellent, but I havent been disappointed with anything Ive tried so far.

Review №147

2022-06-22 21:37:34

Quick service but a bit pricy

Review №148

2014-11-06 17:37:27

My favorite Sunday lunch spot. It usually is pretty packed and there is always a little wait (5 to 10 minutes).You have to try their tea leaf salad, its great! The pumpkin curry that comes in actual pumpkin curry is just mouthwatering! As for the noodles they are all great.Oh and the lemonade! Dear God thats some good lemonade. Just go and try it trust me!

Review №149

2014-03-20 06:15:57

This is the BEST restaurant in Burlingame for a vegetarian, the options are endless. I visit a few times a month. Im a happy regular. My favorites: papaya salad, tea leaf salad, mango salad, garlic noodles, roti appetizer, coconut rice, eggplant in black bean sauce, etc. You really cant go wrong. Tip: most weekdays the line is about 30-60 minutes for a 2 person table, so I highly recommend ordering to go. Also, they dont take reservations for parties smaller than 3 persons. They are very popular because the food is delicious. Enjoy!

Review №150

2017-10-05 05:53:14

We came here on a date night. There was a wait to sit inside, but we were happy sitting outside, so we were seated immediately. Their gas heated werent working, but they worked on it until they got it fixed and brought us hot tea in the mean time. Food was yummy, maybe slightly above average. Its hard to beat the location!

Review №151

2023-07-20 02:39:26

Food is so good but services are bad and need to improve

Review №152

2019-08-25 19:40:39

Soooo good. I ordered the paratha (the pancake appetizer), house special noodles, and the pork curry thinking I would have some left over. I wish Id ordered more!Appetizer came with 2 sauces, both were delicious. Wish it came with more pancake. The noodles with the curry were a perfect pair; good combo of savory and a little bit of spicy. Noodles come with a little bit of crunch. On the menu, it says the curry is spicy only but its really not too bad. I would go back again just for the noodles.

Review №153

2017-12-15 13:31:21

Went on a Thursday night. Wait time was minimal. Staff were pleasant. Food arrived in timely fashion. Flavors were amazing, fluid was delicious. Price was reasonable. Great place, would definitely go back again and invite others to join me.

Review №154

2015-04-19 05:45:32

Our go to dishes: Burmese Style Yellow Beans Fried Rice, Mongolian Beef, Pumpkin Yellow Chicken.One of the best restaurants in Burlingame. Great food. Always crowded. Service can sometimes be interpreted as curt, but really theyre just super busy. Food is great even as leftovers the next day.

Review №155

2018-01-30 20:14:53

Our favorite Burmese restaurant. The tea leaf salad and rainbow salads are outstanding. Lots of vegetarian options. One downside - the wait times can be long, though if you get tired go to the other Burmese place nearby - they are also good, but are not busy :-)

Review №156

2019-06-05 01:44:26

This was my second visit and it was every bit as good as the first. Excellent curry dishes with lamb, beef or chicken plus coconut rice.This restaurant can have very long wait times but the wait is well worth it.

Review №157

2017-03-06 19:53:14

This is one of the great gems of Burlingame! There is always a wait but its absolutely worth it. Favorites include, the tea leaf salad, the samusa soup, chicken curry and the green beans with dried shrimp. Takeout only takes 15-25 minutes depending on what you order, and is a good option for when you dont want to wait in line. Definitely recommend for anyone who likes Burmese food!

Review №158

2018-03-30 23:40:37

Great place for Burmese food. You have to try the paratha, mango salad, and coconut rice!

Review №159

2010-11-27 20:05:39

Every dish was delicious, but I particularly liked the Mango Salad, Mango Chicken, and a surprise Mango Pudding dessert that was a refreshing end to a great meal. The Burmese Style Noodle and Spicy Tofu Vegetable were also very good.

Review №160

2018-12-18 20:45:06

Got charged $15 for a single cheap tea bag inside a Tea Pot. 1 out of 6 dish tasted good the rest was very blended, all of them was not hot enough like they were been waiting a while. Servers service very full for 4 people but leave 2 person at 1/4 size plate

Review №161

2019-03-13 03:42:45

Busy even on weekday nights.Highly recommend: Paratha appetizer and House Special Noodles. The tea leaf salad had a fermented taste compared to other restaurants - ok to try but wouldnt get again.

Review №162

2014-11-03 15:14:50

We ate here for lunch after the Burlingame Pet Parade. Our experience was extremely pleasant. Service was quite good and the food reminded us of the time we spent in Southeast Asia. The decor was very nice and created an enjoyable dining environment. Definitely try the tea leaf salad.

Review №163

2019-12-24 17:26:08

Sister restaurant to Mandalay in the city. Now Mandalay is my fave Burmese joint so I was super excited to go here....Moving onto the food. Tea leaf salad was missing the citrus on it. It just didnt taste complete.House special noodles were just okay as the noodles were horribly overcooked.Rainbow prawns were overcooked but the veggies were undercooked...Overall it was a mediocre comparison to its sister.

Review №164

2018-01-10 05:55:43

This is a great restaurant. They accepted my reservation request for a table for 6 and had it ready when I got there. Although my full party want there at the beginning, they never rushed us or made us feel uncomfortable. We ordered the samosas, lettuce cups (pictured), and paratha as apps. Then, we had 5 dishes and coconut rice.For drinks we had fresh coconut and sake.The dessert was mango with sticky rice and the falooda (not sure on the spelling). Its a parfait when a variety of sweets blended together (pictured). It was delicious. The fish kebat was awesome and so was the house special noodle. $200 for a group of 5 isnt bad for the quality of food. The service was very attentive, too. Highly recommended.

Review №165

2017-04-23 00:44:59

Paratha is a must!! We ordered the curried beef and curried lamb along with the string beans with the dried shrimp. It says spicy on the menu but I would say its more on the mild side. The string beans was a surprise because I didnt think it was going to be as good as it was.

Review №166

2023-02-18 04:47:38

Yeh website and all online saying they close at 9pm. We got to the restaurant at 8:40 and they said they were already closed and the website was wrong. They should update their hours and not say they will accommodate up to 9 and close by 8:30

Review №167

2019-10-11 04:00:21

This place is absolutely fantastic and some of the best food Ive had in the bay area. My brother and I walk here at least once a month to enjoy a lovely dinner, everything on the menu is superb! I take any friend that is visiting and they always say they want to come back. If you are in the area, this is a MUST! :)

Review №168

2018-03-14 02:23:22

Chaotic, loud, & long wait time here. The front area gets really cramped so its best to wait outside & check in. Food is delicious though. I really enjoyed the House Special Noodle dish (spicy) & the rainbow salad. Stir fry dish we got was meh-nothing special.

Review №169

2019-11-19 01:48:50

The service was pretty lacking, but the food smacked. I eat quite a bit of tofu, and I can say confidently they cooked theirs perfect 10/10. The food also came out in like 5 minutes.

Review №170

2012-05-30 15:57:40

This review is only for lunch. They have lunch specials when you dine in the restaurant. I usually order take-out, so Im pretty sure its the same menu as dinner time. Cant go wrong with any of the noodles, but my favorite is the House Special Noodle, which is delivered with all the sauces separate from the noodles, so you can flavor to taste and nothing gets too soggy.Theyre usually pretty quick about it too.

Review №171

2017-03-15 22:44:21

This place has been Michelin Guide Recommended for years, and its well-deserved. The food is good, and the prices are fair. I really enjoy the tea leaf salad and the fresh coconut drink. SO good!

Review №172

2017-10-02 01:33:28

Really tasty Burmese food. The samosa soup was a surprisingly good option

Review №173

2022-07-26 06:20:55

Great food. The tea leaf salad is awesome.Sign of a good restaurant is a spotless and well stocked bathroom. Great place

Review №174

2019-04-05 16:20:24

Food was really good, the tea leaf salad was awesome, the noodles were great. very tasty. However, service makes you feel like you are being rushed to get out.

Review №175

2018-11-20 15:09:36

This place is fantastic! Be prepared for a wait on popular evenings (Fridays, weekends), they dont take reservations and your whole party must be present for them to seat you. Still, its worth the wait - the food is delicious and filling and there are a great number of options for vegetarians and meat-eaters alike!

Review №176

2016-10-01 20:44:31

I was there last night with a friend. The service at around 9pm was a 1 star the dishes we had included a noodle with coconut and chicken, a curry chicken with potatoes, and string beans. The only flavorful dish was the green beans. When I asked the server and the older male server (obviously the owner) for suggestions as long as the items had no shellfish, he said the green beans are a popular. Again, i said great as long as there is no shellfish. When the bill comes I find out that the green beans are cooked with shrimp paste. I just about flipped out. When I shared with them that I said Im allergic to shellfish, they replied with, you didnt tell us yes I did tell you. This place didnt even care. They just charge up the bill, and thats that. I will no longer go there, and I will make sure that everyone else knows that they arent careful with the handling of your order. I could have died last night or have gone to the ER for their negligence. Hey Mingalaba, your food is overpriced and 1 out 3 items had flavor to it.

Review №177

2022-11-21 02:23:30

Samosa soup, tea leaf salad and spicy basil tofu have my heart ❤️ Many amazing vegetarian options

Review №178

2020-11-11 07:28:42

Great outdoor seating with heat lamps. Yummy food! Proper Covid procedures being followed. Green papaya salad, green beans with prawns, house noodles, coconut rice! Soooooo delicious!!! Forgot to take food photos. Whoops!!!

Review №179

2018-01-04 01:17:36

Great meal. Fast service. Wonderful flavors. For me the portion size was perfect but for large volume eaters you might find it small. Dinner for two was $55. We loved it

Review №180

2018-02-28 01:11:42

Great food but is an eat-and-get-out place. We were told there was a line and would I like my soft drink to go :-/. But the food and service were excellent. The green papaya salad was amazing. Well try going on a quieter night...

Review №181

2015-09-13 05:21:19

First time having Burmese food and it was delicious! The coconut rice, the Burmese iced tea, the tea leaf salad (vegetarian), and the chicken and beef dishes were fantastic! Will definitely be coming back here again.

Review №182

2022-05-28 17:24:39

Ordered the pumpkin tofu curry and vegetable fried rice. Dishes were mediocre and very pricey ($15+ for entrees and $4 for white rice).

Review №183

2017-08-24 21:20:18

Update 2017: quite good once i started to figure out which plates I like and dislike.Ive been there three times. Everybodys all excited about it because its a Burmese restaurant. But the food simply doesnt taste that good. I tried to like it - but was disappointed every time. Theres all this fancy exotic ingredients, but the fried garlic chips just blow all the other (bland) flavors away. Maybe I just ordered wrong.

Review №184

2022-05-25 06:53:13

Amazing tea leaf salad (perfectly garlicky) and house noodles (cilantro lime goodness)!! Would definitely come back when Im in town.

Review №185

2021-02-15 23:01:07

This is owned by the sister of the owner of San Franciscos Mandalay Restaurant, & offers a similar menu of Burmese food. Very vegetarian & vegan friendly. Our favorites are the vegetarian samusa soup, palatha crispy pancake with crry, tea leaf salad, walnut broccoli tofu, basil spicy eggplant, their house specialty noodle & of course, Burmese iced tea. Great service. Parking is paid on the street. Prices are reasonable. They have a lunch menu as well. They have outdoor heated dining during the COVID era

Review №186

2015-08-07 03:13:52

Tasty Asian food with good service.Mingalaba has been in Burlingame for awhile now, it is the only Burmese/Chinese food around the area until the recent opening of Rangoon Ruby two doors down.They are always packed in the evening. Be prepared to wait at least 10-20mins. They have a clipboard hanging by the entrance for you to pen down your name and no. of people.Today, we were earlier, we got there at 6pm and managed to get a seat right away. Shortly after we were seated, the queue started forming!Ordered the Burmese salad - Lap Pat Dok Salad. Unique taste of sweet, sour, salty and nutty favor all in one dish. And oh, its a tad spicy - skip the green chili.Main dishes were Pan Fried String Bean Pork and Curry Pork. Both were delicious. Their portions are good for 2pax to share for each dish unless you intend to order many dishes. The curry was very fragrant and yummy.Ordered their popular Burmese Ice Tea, its very similar to the Thai version. Highly recommended.Service was prompt and food served fairly quickly despite operating at full capacity.With a direct competitor just doors away, hope to see more attractive meal sets or offerings soon.

Review №187

2016-10-04 05:25:33

Had Burmese Chicken curry with coconut rice. The curry was perfect - it wasnt too spicy; had just the right flavours with a tinge of coconut milk. Enjoyed every bit. Even the ginger line juice was great.

Review №188

2014-07-28 00:36:31

Mingalaba is one of the stars of the Burlingame restaurant scene. The food is fresh and flavorful. They have all of the standards and some stars of their own. I love the samosa soup as well as the tea leaf salad. The basil spicy dishes are also awesome.

Review №189

2016-02-07 07:04:39

I enjoyed a birthday dinner here. The food is delicious and not too pricey. Delicious Burmese food is one of the reasons I feel so spoiled living in the bay area! Try the pickled mango curry here, you will not be dissappointed.

Review №190

2019-01-03 19:37:47

For my wife and I, Mingalaba is our favorite restaurant in Burlingame. The curry fish, paratha, and the rainbow salad are our stable orders. The flavors on most dishes we had are mixtures of sweet tangy and mellow taste mixed with herbs and the right amount of heat. The curry sauce that goes with the paratha is so delicious. I also love the framed family guidance that hangs on the wall.

Review №191

2017-10-17 21:23:36

We are vegetarians and live in Burlingame. Our go to place for Burmese food around is this. The service and quality is great. Do not miss to order samosa soup, tea leaf salad and if you like dessert then the falooda

Review №192

2023-03-14 01:38:15

This is a review in my neighborhood.Mingalaba Horrible Owner Service. Horrible female owner .We went today for lunch 3 of us. Ordered 2 $20 entrees to split as a quick snack. The waiter took the order, 10 minutes later our food came, and no water yet. We had to ask for water! Then after we were almost finished eating the waiter comes back and tells us we need to order another entree as we did not order enough?He says the owner lady says you have to order more food? I said why? He said there is a minimum? I said show me where it says that on the menu, and to have the owner lady come out to speak with us. 10 minutes later the waiter ( who looked very scared of the owner lady) came back and said it was ok not to order more? Of course the owner never came back out to talk to us or say sorry. I have spent thousands at this restaurant over the past 20 years and will never go again. And by the way tipped the waiter $20 on a $40 tab just to let him know we knew it wasnt his fault. The owner lady was highly unprofessional for an owner of a very established restaurant and should have handled it personally. I have no respect and would never spend a dollar there again.

Review №193

2017-07-09 04:30:11

One of the best Burmese cuisine I have had. Their tea leaf salad is simply amazing. Entrees are nice. The biryani and curry chicken are a must try

Review №194

2018-04-27 03:35:59

A very small and busy Burmese restaurant in the downtown Burlingame area. We ordered the tea leaf salad, roti pratha (crispy crepe with curry dipping sauce), veggie samusa soup, and curry prawns. The tea leaf salad was flavorful, the curry dipping sauce for the roti was a little bland, the samusa soup was very spicy, and the curry prawns were very tomatoey. The coconut rice is delicious. Overall, the food was good but I prefer Burma Superstar. They dont take reservations so expect to wait about 45 minutes for a table on the weekend.

Review №195

2019-12-03 02:47:45

Very pleased I stumbled in here. The Tea Leave salad was crisp and bright. The sauces that came with the Paratha were delicious - the coconut milk base being my preferred sauce.

Review №196

2016-06-07 07:57:06

Unassuming Burmese place in Burlingame. Delicious food, friendly service, good value. The only downside is that its kind of small so you might have to wait a bit, especially with a larger party. You cant go wrong with the coconut noodle soup and raw young coconut to drink. Thats my go-to.

Review №197

2016-12-19 09:51:55

I was excited to try this place out but decided to keep my expectations for Mingalaba low. I didnt want to taint a good experience with preconceived notions, and Im I glad that I did.I was genuinely blown out of the water with this restaurant and the breathtaking cuisine they are pushing out at breakneck pace. We started with the coconut stew which included potatoes,chicken, coconut milk, lemon zest, lemon juice, ginger etc. This is one of if not the best bowls of stew I have ever touched my lips to, and I will certainly be coming back for another helping of that magical coconutty goodness (I usually dislike coconut, but this dish is so amazing).Next we were served the highly praised mango chicken which was recommended online, however I unfortunately found the chicken to be quite grisly and chewy, not crispy and light as expected. This seemed to be an outlier though as our next dish was fantastic!Following the light-hearted disappointment of the mango chicken, we were promptly brought our dish of house noodles which are essentially paprdelle noodles served with a subtle cream sauce and assorted mushrooms and vegatables. I was pleasantly surprised as I did not know what to expect from this dish. It was a sensory symphony, and it seemed as though a fine balance of Asian and Italian noodlecraft has been perfectly manifested within this beautifully constructed masterpiece of a dish.In conclusion, The exquisite Mingalaba is certainly a fantastic restaurant, and I definitely will be returning soon for another elegant and stunningly composed meal at a fair and affordable price.

Review №198

2016-07-05 18:58:48

Leaf salad and all the dishes are excellent. Foods 10 stars!. However, staff looked so depressed and hard to see any smile on their faces. They will get you what you need but like vending machines.....

Review №199

2022-05-22 00:32:18

Wouldnt turn on the heaters outside because we dont turn on the heaters in the mornings even though we had two