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Burma Superstar
Burmese Restaurant$$$$
Inner Richmond, San Francisco
Has a stamp of approval from Michelin Travel & Lifestyle and Eater
"Garlic eggplant, lemongrass salmon & tea leaf salad = perfect."(140 Tips)
"Get the rainbow salad, samosa soup, and burma cooler (ginger beer)."(22 Tips)
"Amahhhzing!!!!! Coconut rice with sesame chicken is outstanding."(46 Tips)
"Nan pia dok, tea leaf salad and chili lamb is the perfect meal for 2"(18 Tips)
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Garrett ParzygnotJuly 31, 2014The Lamb Curry is great, and the the Fermented Tea Leaf Salad is a winner. Wait times can be crazy, but an early dinner on a weeknight isn't out of the question. That is, unless you like waiting.
Cassie BergAugust 26, 2012You MUST get the tea leaf salad. It is the best thing I've ever eaten. For entree suggestions the waiters won't steer you wrong. Also- the communal table is fun!- Laura DNovember 29, 2009Unbelievably delicious. Get the rainbow salad, samosa soup, and burma cooler (ginger beer). Don't take reservations - get your name on the list & wait at coffee shop across the street - they'll call.
- Frances JamesJanuary 17, 2015Tea leaf salad to die for. Nom nom nom. There's supposedly a new location in the mission but I can't find it on 4sq (Valencia & Duboce)
Rachel RebeccaNovember 11, 2016I had the Burmese noodles here, which was pretty good and the rosewater dessert which was also really good, service was friendly
JohnSeptember 9Partner had the rainbow salad, and I had the spicy okra tofu. It was wonderful, would definitely have it again.
Elias BizApril 25, 2017Burma superstar salad and noodle salad, Spicy and crispy chicken, okra and tofu, garlic noodles -- awesome.- Audrey HudsonNovember 20, 2014Tea leaf salad, samosa soup, Burmese style noodles, + Burmese style lamb curry. The coconut rice is also unreal!
Michelin Travel & LifestyleAugust 16, 2011There is just something fun about having the server mix up the 22 ingredients of your rainbow salad in front of you that makes a meal an adventure. - Inspector
Still probably the best Samusa soup of the 6 Burmese places I've tried. Chicken Kebat is craveable and filled with flavor.
Anything on their fried rice is pretty much awesome. Mongolian style is possibly my favorite. Also, it is amazing how a good tea makes for the best lunchtime beverage.
MichaelFebruary 25, 2013Tara says: don't take reservations, but u can go and look at menu, place your order go to the bar across the street and then go back for dinner. it's rando but AMAZING.
Lubos JantoMay 27, 2016Amazing asian food, tealeaf salad is a must. Good coconut noodles and curry. Busy in evenings
Octavio RuizMay 3, 2015The tea leaf salad and all the soups are my choice. A bowl of soup can be shared up to 5 people. Come in group.
Amanda NatividadFebruary 2, 2014Yes, the tea leaf and rainbow salads. But also, the Chili Lamb is spectacular. Spicy, bold and incredibly tender.
Benjy WeinbergerJune 24, 2014Don't limit yourself to old favorites. The menu is full of interesting, off-beat... ah, who are we kidding. You're getting the samusa soup and the tea leaf salad, aren't you?
Anirudh MallemJune 10, 2018What the other reviews say are true. Every single word of it. Be prepared for a shot of delicious food once you step in.
ChiqAugust 10, 2014Just delicious! Too bad I live in Mexico City and I can go to the Bay area just a few times per year!
Jess LMarch 15, 2016Come when they open if you don't want to wait. Tea leaf and rainbow salads and samusa soup are my favorite.
Phil WilliamsJuly 7, 2014The wait is usually long, but I love that they'll call you when your table is ready so you don't have to just stand there.
Danielle WallisJuly 19, 2015Everything is spectacular. The tea leaf salad is a must! Share all the dishes with your group.
Nathalie HuynhOctober 5, 2018A discovery. My first Birman restaurant and I loved it. A place to go if you drop by SF.- Burma SuperstarMarch 21, 2019Our Tea Leaf Salad is one of the ten most popular dishes in the country
FoodspottingDecember 12, 2010This authentic Burmese eatery is life-changing, according to Fiona. Be sure to order the traditional tea leaf salad, made from fermented tea leaves, and sesame chicken or beef.
Sharon P.March 21, 2015Best Burmese food I've had to date. The room temp vegetarian noodles are a must must must.
Amir SuidanJuly 8, 2015The Veg Samosa was excellent. And the Poddi was real good. Keep in mind it doesn't come with rice
Julia LuJune 26, 2019Get the tea leaf salad! There’s always a line but you can add yourself to the waitlist online through yelp to prevent waiting.
Dominique ToneyAugust 30, 2013Amazing service, amazing food. I could eat the tea leaf salad every day for the rest of my life. Truly.
Caroline G.June 19, 2014The samusa soup lives up to the hype, the pork curry was tender and tasty, and the rose tea was divine!
Diego RufoMarch 24, 2011It's some of the best southeast Asian food i've never been. The samosa soup and tea leaf salads are a big hit. And it's relatively affordable considering its location. Read more
Stéphane AubinAugust 2, 2015Everything we ate from the coconut rice to the shrimps were so good. Service is great !
Everything is great! Coconut rice is the perfect accompaniment to all their dishes
Sabina B.January 18, 2016The samusa soup, rainbow salad, and shrimp curry are especially delicious 🍲🌈🍤
Angie LauNovember 25, 2012Call ahead to put yourself on the list before getting there. But still go early!! The tea leaf salad is an absolute must!!!!- DavidMay 16, 2015Tea leaf salad, definetely coconut rice. Cat fish chowder, the lamb curry is abit tough
If the line is too long to endure, check out b star for your tea leaf salad fix (and other similar menu items)
What a wonderful place. Destination food for us. The tea leaf salad is a must!
@JaumePrimeroJune 14, 2014Sweet and sour glazed candied balls of chicken. Just do it. Mango lassi was the bomb!
Kyle MeyerNovember 28, 2013Excellent Burmese. Tea leaf salad is impressive as a starter (even if you hate salads!).
Adelia RahimJune 4, 2014Overall good food. Try the tea leaf salad and also the catfish dish. So so good.
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Burma Superstar
309 Clement St (btwn 4th & 5th Ave)
San Francisco, CA 94118
United States
San Francisco, CA 94118
United States
Open until 3:00 PM, reopens later (Show more)
- Mon–Thu, Sun
- 11:30 AM–3:00 PM
- 5:00 PM–9:30 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 11:30 AM–3:00 PM
- 5:00 PM–10:00 PM
(415) 387-2147
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"Tea leaf salad, coconut rice, and chili lamb are amazing. I like their curry too."
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"Tea leaf salad, cold noodles, and the chicken noodle soup are favorites but you can't go wrong with anything here. Splurge and order half the menu; it will only cost $30."
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