Burma Love

Asian restaurant · Menlo Park

Burma Love

Asian restaurant · Menlo Park

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1302 El Camino Real, Menlo Park, CA 94025

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Tea leaf salad, mohinga, and flavorful cocktails in stylish setting  

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1302 El Camino Real, Menlo Park, CA 94025 Get directions

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The 15 Best Restaurants in Menlo Park - San Francisco - The Infatuation

"The Menlo Park Burma Love outpost brings the bold, vibrant flavors of its San Francisco flagship to the Peninsula. Like its sister restaurant in the city, you’ll find modern takes on Burmese cuisine served in a dining room with wood-paneled ceilings, hand-painted murals, and enormous starburst chandeliers overhead. The tea leaf salad is a must-order, and the coconut chicken noodles are rich and comforting. It’s the perfect spot for a casual but dialed-in weeknight dinner, especially if you’re craving bright, bold flavors." - gabi moskowitz

https://www.theinfatuation.com/san-francisco/guides/best-restaurants-menlo-park
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Burma Love Menlo Park - Review - Menlo Park - San Francisco - The Infatuation

"The Menlo Park Burma Love outpost brings the bold, vibrant flavors of its San Francisco flagship to the Peninsula. Like its sister restaurant in the city, you’ll find modern takes on Burmese cuisine served in a dining room with wood-paneled ceilings, hand-painted murals, and enormous starburst chandeliers overhead. The tea leaf salad is a must-order, and the coconut chicken noodles are rich and comforting. It’s the perfect spot for a casual but dialed-in weeknight dinner, especially if you’re craving bright, bold flavors." - Gabi Moskowitz

https://www.theinfatuation.com/san-francisco/reviews/burma-love-menlo-park
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Maryam

Google
Burma Love in Menlo Park is a hidden gem that completely exceeded my expectations! Just a short walk from the Park James Hotel, this spot combines beautiful ambiance, high-end cocktails, and next-level flavors. ✨ What we ordered: • Tea Leaf Salad (SO fresh, vibrant, perfectly balanced with crunch + acidity) • Garlic Noodles • Broccoli & Mushroom • Bok Choy • Fiery Chicken Breast (tons of flavor, not heavy at all) No rice or prawns—and didn’t miss them one bit! Each dish was beautifully presented and full of flavor without being salty or greasy. You can tell the chefs know how to layer texture, color, and taste in every bite. 🍸 The bar is outstanding! They had Monkey 47 gin—a rare find—and when I ordered a Last Word, they added TWO maraschino cherries just because. It’s the little things like that that make the experience feel special. ⭐️ Service = Michelin level Jimmy, our server, was fantastic—attentive, warm, incredibly knowledgeable, and made excellent recommendations. He made the whole experience feel luxurious without being stuffy. 🍰 Don’t skip dessert! We ended the night with the Yangon Spiced Toffee Cake—sticky, rich, warm, with cinnamon peanut crumble, Indonesian vanilla ice cream, and fresh berries. One of the best desserts I’ve had in a long time. Next time I’m definitely getting the coconut rice and curry—saw it at another table and it looked amazing! ✅ Great for date night, girls’ night, solo bar seating, or if you’re just visiting the area. Stylish vibe, thoughtful service, and unforgettable food. 10/10 recommend—this place is a total vibe.

Sanjay Subhedar

Google
Had lunch here again today and ordered the set menu $29 for a bento box like tray that you choose one of 5 or 6 entrees. I chose The beef was tender and was tasty . Included is a samosa and a small spring roll. Also rice and tea lead salad. My friend had the mango chicken.

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Note the following surcharges / fees: 5% employee wellness surcharge 20% auto-gratuity for parties of 7 or more I would rather see these folded into the menu prices as the cost of doing business. Hopefully that will happen once the CA junk fee law takes effect on 7/1/24. We went for lunch on a Thursday during Peninsula Restaurant Week. The dining room is attractive and the volume level made conversation easy. We enjoyed our meal. My beef short ribs were very tender and flavorful, I would order it again. Service was polite but a little shaky, we had to remind them to bring out one of our items. Note: no outdoor seating is available.

Tony Fu

Google
We really enjoyed the dining experience here. The food was delicious, a little exotic, and elegantly presented. The service was attentive in a classy and elegant setting. We picked this place from three Restaurant Week participants, we get a set menu with choices of cocktails, appetizer/salad, main course, and dessert. Everything was tasty, the most enjoyable dish was the Mohinga, the National Dish of South Burma. Essentially, it’s noodles in fish sauce, the noodles were al dente , the thick soup was flavorful with a hint of spice that grows on you.

Jennifer Tsang

Google
Came here for a birthday. I personally think the one in SF is better, been to the SF one twice now. Still super new so I think they’re trying to perfect the menu but I would say it’s getting there. Nice presentation of food but some of the dishes were a bit bland compared to the SF one. The cocktails were pretty good. This restaurant is situated near a brand new plaza so not a lot of restaurants near by but I can see this area being up and coming. I would give this place a 4/5.

Phyllis T

Google
We went on a Sunday night. Very lively atmosphere, it was full by 6:30pm. Attentive, efficient service. The pork belly hung lay was amazing, as was the roti with coconut chicken curry. The tea leaf salad was mixed in front of us for a bit of drama, but the pieces of baby gem were a little too big for even distribution (would have been better if shredded). The rest of the dishes (deviled eggs, beef kebat, eggplant) were good but not super memorable. We were surprised that shan tofu wasn't on the menu, but I guess this is supposed to be contemporary fusion rather than traditional Burmese cuisine.

thirdy guballa

Google
Had an early dinner to celebrate my dad's bday. Really really good food. Right portion, fresh food..proper execution of food. Familiar taste. Server was kind enough and all other staff are nice. A little more personal service touch would be fantastic. My Daughter loved the Hawker Garlic noodles. Crab rangoon, Plata with Honey Vermont Butter and Chicken Coconut Curry were my favorite. Tea salad of course is a classic and the Seabass, like, perfectly cooked! And finish it off with some nice refreshing panna cotta.

Nayel Zayed

Google
Had the best happy hour experience ever at Menlo Park Burma Love. Very creative and presentable cocktails Minced Chicken and Mints, Calamari was delicious Worth every penny. The bartender Joyce was very friendly and attentive. Definitely coming back
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Brandon F.

Yelp
Service: Excellent Lychee martini - yum Tea leaf salad - amazing Roti w/ curry chicken sauce - yum Garlic noodles - yum Kebat steak - so so, not my preference on spicy flavor Shrimp - same as above (not my preference on spicy flavor) Grade: B+
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Ata M.

Yelp
Came for a quick lunch and was wildly underwhelmed. We ordered the friend chicken and garlic noodles with shrimp to share. The food was tasty, except for the fact that the noodles came with chicken instead of shrimp. This leads me to what made the experience meh. We sat at the bar and the bartender could not have been bothered. They barely greeted us, when we opted for regular water he brought the glasses but didn't give us water until we asked once our food arrived, and when the noodles came with chicken instead of shrimp, I confirmed that I had ordered shrimp to which he said, "oh yea, I guess I out chicken" and he just stared at me. At that point I just left it as is and ate the food that was out in front of me. We asked for the check and again, just no sense of urgency or hospitality. Given that the location is convenient and the place is super cute, I feel like it could be a better experience if service improves.
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Jesse Y.

Yelp
Delicious. Tea salad was fresh and crunchy, not overpowering. Dishes are on the smaller side order a bit more. A little pricey too but you are paying for the quality that goes into each dish. My new favorite Burmese.
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Mike L.

Yelp
When I think back to the my first time trying Burma Superstar, it's ridiculously impressive how far they've come. From their singular, original location on Clement Street in SF, through various iterations of offshoots and expansions, their family tree of restaurants has now grown into the double digits under a growing number of names. Now, after spreading across the entirety of SF, as well as into the East Bay, it's awesome to see that they're now expanding their footprint towards the South Bay! Compared to the homely decor and cozy vibes of the original Burma Superstar, the newest Burma Love is adorned with a far trendier concept that's even fitted with a fully stocked bar. Thankfully, though, they're still mostly the same where it matters the most - the menu. Having already taken a peek at it online before coming here, we weren't surprised to see that the lineup of the lunch menu is slightly different and narrower than the dinner menu. However, there was still plenty for us to choose from and most of their dishes appear on both, including staples like their Tea Leaf Salad, Mohinga, Samosa Soup, and the Burmese Fried Chicken friends had recommended to me! -- THE LITCHI EXPRESS - Hangar One Rose Vodka, St. Germaine, Lemon Juice, Aquafaba, Lychee-Dragonfruit & Rosewater Syrup, Lychee Fruit, Rose Crystals...$18 I don't usually go for martinis, but this one was pretty tasty. The overall flavors were pretty balanced - the pour of vodka in this was just right, the lychee was central but not overly intense, and I liked how the lemon juice added just a bit of acidity to cut through everything. -- FIERY MANGO - Thai Chili Infused Tequila Blanco, Mango Cordial, Cointreau and Lime Finished with a Tajin Rim...$17 Much like the first time I ever tried a mangonada, this initially seemed just okay, but it grew on me as I kept going. Between the chili in the tequila and the Trajin rim, the taste of chili was overwhelming, but I liked how the mango offset the spice more and more I do wish the mango had been ever stronger, though. -- TEA LEAF SALAD (Laphet) - Fermented Tea Leaf Dressing, Nuts & Seeds, Garlic, Tomato, and Sweet Baby Gems...$23 Something about this one didn't feel the same as Burma Superstars, but it was still really, really good! The lettuce and tomatoes were very fresh and I loved how the nuts, seeds, and garlic chips added some crunch. The fermented tea leaves were the star, though - just oh so delicious! -- MOHINGA - Fish Chowder, Garlic, Ginger, Lemongrass, Cilantro, Shallots, Soft Boiled Egg, and Pea Chip...$23 The inverse of the Tea Leaf Salad - not only did this look better than the one at Burma Superstar, but it tasted better, too. While the flavors in the soup were the same (rich and hearty), serving most of the components separately made a huge difference, as they all stayed fresher and didn't get soggy. -- SHAN CURRY NOODLES - Rice Noodles, Chicken Tomato Curry, Soft-Boiled Pasture Egg, Ground Peanuts, Pickled Mustard Greens, Sweet Soy, and Chili Crunch...$25 Honestly, I was a little skeptical of this one, but this actually wasn't bad. The chicken was very moist and the sauce had a nice punch, albeit a little heavy on tomato. As for the noodles, there was a good amount of it, but I wish it had more of a chewy bite to it. -- B.F.C. - Burmese Fried Chicken, Sesame Seeds, Sweet Heat...$26 My friend felt like this was a bit Americanized, but I'm not going to lie - I thought this was great! The chicken was still slightly crispy despite the sauce on it and I liked how there was just a touch of heat. Plus, the portion was HUGE! In fact, it was so generous, we couldn't even get close to finish this. -- CHILI-GARLIC PRAWNS - Onions, Arbol Chili, Jalapenos, Thai Basil, Koji Rice, Garlic Chips...$27 While there wasn't anything "bad" about this dish, it was easily my least favorite dish of our meal. The prawns were all plump and meaty, and I liked the garlic chips, but the sauce was underwhelming (not much chili flavor or spice). In addition to the food, service here was pretty spot on, as well. The servers were friendly and responsive, checking on us often to refill our waters and to see if we needed anything. Plus, one of them even paused to make sure we got any photos we wanted of the Tea Leaf Salad before he started to mix it. Besides how awesome it is to see Burma Superstar's success lead to another outpost in their family of restaurants, the other thing I like about this particular Burma Love is their Set Lunch Menu. Starting at $29 (exact price depends on your choices), you get an individual-size portion of their Tea Leaf Salad, choice of a main dish, choice of two sides, and Rice. Perhaps not the cheapest lunch around, but certainly a great way to try several dishes at once! Whether it be for that or just to get some awesome Burmese food in Menlo Park (with easy parking and hardly a wait!), I'll most definitely be back!
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Zin M.

Yelp
So this review is a little different than the usual "dining at the restaurant and having a fabulous time" but it's close but better, shows how professionally and with care and detail outside the restaurant too! Back story, I was put as an events chair at our school this year and I was responsible for an annual family dance (adults with children ages ranging from 4-13) at our school. I wanted to do a few things differently and Burma Love fit the general criteria and I'm talking before experiencing the next level awesomeness that followed after the catering banquet order was signed. I wanted to elevate the food for the parents, hopefully open culinary pallets of our younger guests, and Burma Love by its namesake fit our "Groove is in the Heart" and all things love, peace and good vibes theme! So I reached out with a call and was connected to the GM of the establishment...meeting Nur made me feel I was in good hands instantly! Gracious, kind, reassuring, helpful, open and so easy to work with! Ooooh and did I mention also quite generous and patient!? Well those too. Long story short, my God did they deliver to our event literally and figuratively. The food was exceptional, the chef understanding and worked with some of my requests because of the unique crowd. They truly went out of their way to work with my budget, everything like everyyyyyything tasted so good, sometimes things miss the mark because of bulk but not here. So much taste, flavor, freshness, and LOVE in every tray. So, please do consider them for your catering events, big parties in your home, your next school social! Just be warned you may feel guilty getting all the praises. Thank you Nur, your team, and adding to the evening's good vibes!! Menlo/Peninsula area is lucky to have you here and the beauty and thoughtfulness of Burmese food near us to savor and enjoy. If you read all of this, you just be starving now...go show some love to Burma Love.
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Pratima M.

Yelp
A popular Bay Area spot for Burmese eats -- one of a few locations sprinkled around the north Bay. The ambiance is nice, would make a good spot for a team dinner or celebrations. IMO the quality's gone a bit downhill -- the food is decent, but feels a bit pricey for what it is. My personal favorite was the Roti with Honey Butter, plus the Fiery Tofu was good. The Green Curry was mediocre at best. I still overall enjoyed, but not in a rush to head back.
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Cindy L.

Yelp
Coconut Chicken Curry 4 not enough chicken, lots of potato, creamy, flavorful, not spicy
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Tiffany D.

Yelp
I came here for a Work Holiday Lunch and while I've had Burmese food before I was a little optimistic. Walking inside I was blown away by how beautiful the restaurant is, the decor is just breathtaking. The restaurant is small but packs a punch and they can definitely fit quite a lot of people in there. The staff here is very friendly and professional, they quickly greet you as soon as you walk in, make sure to get you a table in a timely manner and almost immediately a server was there to bring water and take our drink orders. Top notch customer service! The menu wasn't too big but there were a nice variety of items to choose from. Since there were about 7-8 of us we decided to order a bunch of appetizers and small plates to start. We ordered the Laphet Tea Leaf Salad, Roti Platha, Rainbow Spring Roll, Crispy Calamari, Potato Samusas, Dry Fried String Beans and Jasmine Rice. All of this alone could have been the whole meal. My favorites were the potato samusas which were so good. They were cooked nicely, crispy on the outside and the curry potato and veggie filling was so full of flavor. The dry fried strings beans were perfect, they had a nice crisp to them and had a ton of garlic flavor. I also enjoyed the roti platha, the roti was nice and chewy and the curry went perfectly with it. For my main course I went with the Bone-In Short Rib Curry. This came with roasted leeks, fingerling potatoes, cipollini onions and thumbelina carrot. The presentation for this short rib was amazing, it was served alongside the bone. The meat was divine, it was melt in your mouth tender. I have never had short rib that was that tender and full of flavor. The curry was different, definitely not what I expected but it was good and had a nice flavor and went very well with the short rib and the vegetables that accompanied it. This is something that I would definitely order again!! The portion size didn't look too big but it actually was a lot of meat and I still had a lot left over to take home. Overall, this is a wonderful restaurant. Everything from the customer service to the food was amazing, I have no complaints. I will definitely be back!
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Prashmi K.

Yelp
Tea leaf salad- average. The flavor of tea can be more strong. Have had better at Rangoon Ruby. (3/5) Garlic noodles- average (3/5) Fried chicken- no diff between this and Panda Express (1/5) Coconut chicken curry- average. Lacks flavor/ spices. Green beans- decent (3.5/5) Tres leches- has chocolate mousse layer, not my fav (2.5/5) Ambience- 4/5 Service- 4/5
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Mike L.

Yelp
A relatively new Burmese spot with friendly service and a modern, inviting interior. We tried the set lunch, which included a tea leaf salad, two accompaniments (Burmese deviled egg and potato samusa), and the pork belly hung lay as the main dish. Everything was well-prepared and flavorful, with the pork belly being tender and satisfying. We also ordered the roti canai, which was perfectly fluffy and crispy, and the Shan curry noodles, which had a strong tomato base to its curry flavor--unique and flavorful but might not be for everyone.
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Jianne D.

Yelp
Very flavorful dishes! We started with the rainbow spring rolls which were made with fresh ingredients! Our main course was the coconut chicken curry with the delicious savory coconut rice! It was a tasty combination especially with the hint of coconut flavor from the rice! The chicken was tender and juicy! We also tried the hawker garlic noodles and it did not disappoint! All the plates were delectable and the serving was appropriate! Unfortunately, there was no sticky rice option for dessert. The staff was friendly and attentive. Our server even provided his personal restaurant favorites! The ambiance was perfect for date night or work dinner. Parking was not an issue unless you are looking for street parking. The Springline Garage is located underneath the restaurant. The parking is free for the first 2 hours, then $3 per hour. No regrets coming here -- I would definitely come back!
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Lisa T.

Yelp
Street parking isn't really available here. There is a parking garage available, but the rates are steep, even on weekday evenings. Food was good here and had the same taste profiles as Burma Superstar. I was impressed by the Tea Leaf salad. I thought the service hovered a little too much, but they were nice and did the job. Ambiance was cute and tropical/bohemian oasis in the sterility of Menlo Park.
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Jina L.

Yelp
Didn't know that south of our bay we have a Burma Love. Visited and was really blown away by the quality of food. Drinks were also excellent. The ambiance made you feel like you were in a really upscale restaurant. Highly recommend for date nights
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Tim Y.

Yelp
Burma Love serves the best tea leaf salad, hands down! Reservations highly recommended as this place can get pretty crowded. For cocktails we tried their cobra heart which consisted of vodka, ginger and lime juice, luxardo liquor, and cherry. U Aung San Old Fashioned - a smokey old fashioned. We ordered a ton of food here: Tea Leaf Salad, Burmese fried chicken (BFC), chili garlic prawns, dry fried string beans, hawker garlic noodles, superstar fried rice, coconut rice, garden greens, roti platha, and coconut chicken curry. The standouts were the tea leaf salad, roti platha, and garlic noodles. The service was attentive and professional. The restaurant was clean, well-maintained, and roomy. Prices were are on the more expensive side though. If you're lucky enough, you'll find parking on El Camino in front of the restaurant. If not, there's a large underground parking lot whose entrance is just to the left of the restaurant.
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Sara S.

Yelp
Good but pricey. I guess the ambiance is nice so that's what you're paying for. It was a busy Saturday night and we didn't have reservations so we were seated at the bar, which was fine. We ordered tea leaf salad, hawker noodles with tofu which was $5 to add tofu, and roti with truffle crema (extra $7). They were all decent particularly the tea leaf salad. I just think the add ons are pretty pricey. I mean, $5 for a small portion of dried out tofu was totally not worth it. Mango lassi was a little different than your typical because it was carbonated. The food was all pretty good I just think the pricing was a little high. I prefer Burma Superstar in SF but this is an ok peninsula option. Parking is free for 2 hours in the lot.
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Jeanette S.

Yelp
Good fancier sit-down lunch spot in the area. They have some great lunch specials to choose from - you basically pick some appetizers/entrees/desserts and it comes as a little set. You can also order single a la carte entrees like mohinga / fried rice / noodle dishes. Overall they use some fresh ingredients so it tastes great. Service can be somewhat busy during lunch. When they first opened I would have recommended making reservations, but these days it seems easier to walk in and get a seat inmediately. Service can be a little slow if they're busy, but the servers are great and recommend several dishes. It can also be quite loud during lunch if it's packed so not the best place to "catch up" with friends if they are busy!
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Mel C.

Yelp
I'm definitely filling the love for this restaurant! We came here on Valentine's Day. The restaurant was decorated with cute/romantic Valentine's day decor (hearts, butterflies and balloons). The food was just fantastic! - Tea leaf salad. Probably the best I have ever had. The ingredients were fresh and colorful and I love those crispy, mixed nuts and seeds. That made the tasting so much more fun! They also added fresh lemon juice when they mixed it tableside. Another dish I'm very impressed with was the duck breast with curry sauce. I literally wanna lick all the curry sauce on the plate. LOL!!! The duck was so tender and juicy! This is what perfection looked like people! Another signature dish is called "Mohinga". Basically, it is curry fish chowder. The pea chip included is a genius idea to elevate the experience. Of course, I have to order the famous/unique looking cocktail called "Last harp on bagnan". I only had 3 sips as the alcohol was just too strong for me. I simply ordered it to take pictures. LOL..... For parking, just enter the parking garage next to the restaurant, you get two hours for free.
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Nicole T.

Yelp
My mom has been craving Burmese food so we decided to take her to Burma Love for Mother's Day this past weekend. The interior of the restaurant is beautiful - the lighting and decor creates a lovely ambiance that's great for both group dinners and dates. What we ordered: - Tea leaf salad (3/5): We thought the salad was good but definitely overpriced for what it is. Heads up - this has PEANUTS in it. Since my brother and I have an allergy, we asked to have the peanuts separately on the side for our parents to enjoy. Unfortunately, we still found 3 peanuts in the dish. Luckily, we discovered them before consuming them, but if you're allergic to peanuts, please make it very clear to your server that you have an allergy and to not include peanuts inside the dish. They remade the dish for us, but there shouldn't have been peanuts in there at all the first time around. - Roti platha with coconut chicken curry (4/5): The roti was good with the curry - but we would've appreciated a larger portion of roti and chicken in the curry, especially for the price. - Coconut chicken curry (3/5): Disappointing amount of chicken in the curry. Wouldn't order this again. - Fried rice with shrimp (3/5): Shrimp was bland. Fried rice was too wet for our liking. Flavors were mediocre. - Lamb kebat (4.5/5): This was definitely the best dish in my opinion. The lamb was tender and flavorful - definitely recommend ordering this. Overall, decent dining experience (aside from the peanut allergy scare) but we weren't too impressed with anything that we ordered.
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Leslie H.

Yelp
Nowhere on the menu does it state that the samusa soup is EXTREMELY spicy. As in has a slick layer of chili oil on top and has dried chili peppers sprinkled throughout. I could not eat it at all due to how spicy and salty this "soup" was. The accompanying samosas and falafels were dry and tasteless. It did not come with the potatoes described on the menu. I did enjoy the roti pratha and tea leaf salad shared plates, but you can get the same food for less than half the price Burma Love charges at any other Burmese restaurant in the Bay Area. Still giving this place two stars for the attentive service and interior ambience, but the food was meh and overpriced in my opinion. Come for the ambience and the cool cocktail bar, but don't expect the food to blow you away.
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Katie T.

Yelp
service was great and the food was solid! for 3 dishes though is on the more expensive end especially for a lunch but the flavors were still amazing and we left so full. the garlic hawker noodles r flavorful and qq texture. i'm always a huge fan of tea leaf salad so i was v happy with that. the curry was balanced and went super well with the noodles too
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Connie T.

Yelp
The location for this is prime - in downtown Menlo Park situated in the same plaza as Andytown and Che Fico. Food is delicious and more upscale than the original Burma Superstar in SF. The tea leaf salad is a classic, but I really enjoyed the Mohinga, which is a national dish of Burma apparently. The curry was delicious as well. Service is a little lacking and this place is a bit on the pricey side.
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Jim P.

Yelp
I've eaten here a few times and it continues to be a favorite spot. They mentioned the menu has some new items so I tried the Kebat set lunch. The preparation is perfect, the sauce and veggies were perfectly matched with the chicken, the sides - salad, deviled egg, coconut rice were all excellent. The service as always was excellent and the server was able to describe the dishes very well. The room is always clean and comfortable and I enjoy being able to see into the kitchen. I did not have any cocktails this time but in the past I have and they are superbly thought out with an excellent balance of spirits and modifiers. Will be back again soon.
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Ken D.

Yelp
Burmese food... iykyk. Tried Burma Love for the first time, one of the best Burmese places on the peninsula. Let's dig in: The food was very flavorful, came out hot and fast. The Tea Leaf Salad, if you've never tried it before... do it, it will be an amazing experience. When we entered we were immediately greeted, the service was very friendly and helpful, full of solid suggestions. There is ample table seating and also some seats at the bar. We didn't have a reservation (hint you should make one before coming as this place gets packed!) so we ate at the bar. If you happen to be in Palo Alto / Menlo Park, go here... you'll have zero regrets. Note: there is limited street parking, but lots of parking in the garage below the building.
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Quin B.

Yelp
Not bad! Super flavorful. The garlic noodles were really good. I got the cop unit chicken curry with egg tho. It was good but the garlic noodles were better. See pictures. Overall very tasty.
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Rhona G.

Yelp
This review is based on takeout. Driving down El Camino you can't miss Burma love at the corner in the springline area. Ordering online was very easy and pick up was smooth, especially as I was taking my dog for a walk from the dog park at Springline. Burma love has indoor dining and a couple tables, outdoor. I was able to get the attention of the host through the window since I had my dog with me and let them know of my pick up order. The host quickly got and gave me my takeout order. We appreciate when the takeout is in a paper bag. All the food we ordered was delicious!! we ordered the potato Samosa, spring rainbow roll, and their Laphet tea leaf salad. The potato Samosa had a flavor, packed filling and crispy flaky crust. The rainbow spring roll was fresh with a light dressing. The tea leaf salad had great freshness, texture as well as happy taste buds flavor. Overall, a very satisfying good meal. Definitely recommend for very vegetarians.
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Sunny S.

Yelp
Highly recommend. Food is so good and I haven't had a bad dish yet after coming here many times!! The staff was very friendly and welcoming. The ambiance is a bit on the nicer side so it's perfect for nice dinner or work event! Also huge Parking structure right under the restaurant
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Iris F.

Yelp
Food here was really good and the portions are actually pretty generous. The tea leaf salad wasn't as good as the one I had at Burma superstar in SF but I really loved the coconut chicken curry, chili garlic prawn, and hawker garlic noodles. Chicken was tender and juicy, and the flavors were A++ in all the mains. These 4 dishes and one bowl of rice were more than enough for 3 of us - we ended up verrryyy full and barely able to finish. Would recommend making a reservation on a busy day. We walked in on a Friday evening and seated quickly at the bar, but they said there would be no tables available for hours.
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Tasha H.

Yelp
Had a great experience here for a date night. Cocktails are creative and delicious, food is super tasty. Definitely on the expensive side, so great as a treat! Tea leaf salad - I slightly prefer Mingalaba's version. This one has less flavor in my opinion. Roti - highlight of the meal. The roti is huge and super crispy with soft layers inside. The chicken curry is so flavorful as well, the perfect accompaniment. Fiery tofu stir fry - good flavor Hawker garlic noodles - thick bouncy egg noodles w tons of garlic flavor, tasty but not as special as the other dishes.
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Steve V.

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We came here for a work dinner and I was pumped as I had never had Burmese food before and honestly, wasn't sure what it entailed. It was a superb meal that blended, asian and south asian together in my opinion. We ate family style and the wait wasn't too bad for our large group, even though we had a reservation. The decor inside was quaint and the noise level not too loud. The service was great and the staff friendly. We started with the calamari and minced chicken and mint. The calamari was typical of other places, but the minced chicken was great. It had great spice and I love mint so it was the perfect combo for me. We then got the prawns, the garlic noodles, and vegetable fried rice. The noodles were my favorite and the prawns were huge. Again, the seasoning and sauce was extremely good. The banzino dish we got last was the kicker as I usually don't go for the currys, but this was great and the fish perfectly cooked!
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Sophie L.

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I have been to the Burma Love locations in the city and this one might be my favorite! The ambience is very lively, but not too loud for a friday night, tables are well-spaced apart, and the service was above and beyond! Unfortunately I forgot the name of our server, but he was great! From guiding us through the menu, explaining what traditional Burmese dishes he recommended, checking in a timely manner and changing out plates per course, all provided a great dining experience. Although I didnt try any of their cocktails, the ones that I saw my mom order were very beautifully crafted! I had the burmese milk tea, which to me tasted similar to an early grey milk tea, but stronger and less sweet. Food wise - I will say that I did enjoy the meal, however I do think the prices are a bit steep for the quality of food. I have had some of these dishes at other burmese restaurants and I feel the flavors here were not as vibrant as other restaurants. My favorite dishes were: tea leaf salad roti platha super star fried rice eggplant w/ garlic sauce mohinga Also note for 3 people, I definitely think we could of ordered 1 dish or 2 less. My family and I had such a great time here! Overall this is a great spot for a lively friday night dinner or even just drinks!
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Taryn R.

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Burma Love is a gem tucked away in a charming residential complex. It's clean, cozy, and wasn't crowded when we visited right as they opened for lunch. Their fixed lunch menu is thoughtfully curated, with a few vegan options. I ordered the chicken curry, while my friend chose the tofu curry. Both dishes came with a side salad, half a deviled egg, a mini veggie samosa, and a tangy pickled cauliflower. We each got to choose our rice--regular white rice for me, and coconut rice for my friend. The flavors were rich, the portions satisfying, and everything felt well-balanced. Service was friendly and prompt, and we were pleasantly surprised by the reasonable prices. We'll definitely be back!
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Christine C.

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Stopped by for a weekday lunch with a friend. It's a lovely spot, and awesome that there's free underground parking. The restaurant itself felt chill, and just the perfect spot for friends to catch up. The area around the restaurant was also fun to walk around, with a gourmet market close by, and a swanky coffee spot (Andytown) too. We both got the $28 set lunch option that comes with: - Tea leaf salad - Choice of two single-bite appetizers from: samosa, deviled eggs, and fresh spring roll - Choice of entrees from a variety of meat and vegetarian choices - Choice of rice: coconut rice, jasmine white rice, or brown rice I went with deviled eggs and fresh spring roll, and chicken curry w/coconut rice. Everything was good, and I especially liked the coconut rice; it was quite tasty w/strong coconut flavors, and great with the chicken curry. Everything else was OK, and I prefer the tea leaf salad from Mingalaba in Burlingame. Overall, a delightful lunch!
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Amy W.

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If you go with kids the roti w butter, fried chicken and mango lassi's are good choices. The grownups enjoyed the roti with curry chicken, garlic noodles, fried rice, tea salad, fish chowder, green beans and bok choy. The things I probably wouldn't get again, my drink "last harp" had a spice/ flavor that was musky. The fresh spring rolls were just ok for me. Everything else was very tasty and the ambiance and service were lovely.
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Tony F.

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We really enjoyed the dining experience here. The food was delicious, a little exotic, and elegantly presented. The service was attentive in a classy and elegant setting. We picked this place from three Restaurant Week participants, we get a set menu with choices of cocktails, appetizer/salad, main course, and dessert. Everything was tasty, the most enjoyable dish was the Mohinga, the National Dish of South Burma. Essentially, it's noodles in fish sauce, the noodles were al dente , the thick soup was flavorful with a hint of spice that grows on you.
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Amrita S.

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Been meaning to try this place out for quite some time but it's hard to get in! Pro tip - make sure to book 1-2 weeks out at a minimum, this place is very popular. We tried to walk in a few times with no luck When we finally came for our reservation we were seated and attended to quickly! Beautiful and elegant decor/vibes (perfect for a nice bday dinner). The waitress was so sweet and explained everything on the menu!! We ordered the rainbow spring roll as an app and OMG the best spring rolls I've ever had! Not fried, light, and so fresh. Tangy sauce which I loved. I'd come back just for those... We also got roti platha with coconut chicken curry which my husband was obsessed with - generous portion of roti so he was eating leftovers the next day too! The roti is soft, flaky, and delicious. We also got the Shan Curry noodles - husband loved the flavor but I thought it was just OK. Noodles felt a bit slimy to me. Cocktails looked amazing but didn't get any because of the price tag. Maybe next time or will try their happy hour!
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Archana S.

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Way over-priced. Food wasn't as good as the food in Burma Love SF. Kids got the crispy chicken but for some reason it was so sweet, they didn't like that it tasted like dessert!! Tea leaf salad was good. Service was bad, we ordered wine which came at the end of the meal. They charged us a 6+ party charge even though we had 2 kids under 12 with us who didn't even eat cuz they hated the food. Also charged a staff wellness tax... I think our bill ended up being ~$450 for 4 adults and 2 kids. Will not be going back.
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Saadia K.

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I've went there many many times ! Love the food, service and ambience ! Would suggest adding some new menu items to spice it up!
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Dev R.

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If you read only one line of this review, read this: The $30 lunch option is one of the most pleasantly surprising fine dining experiences I have had in the Bay Area!! This artistically-plated lunch arrangement reminded me of a smaller-scale pre-fixe menu (select two small starters, rice flavor, main entree and dessert for +$2). Perfect amount of food and lots of people took leftovers. Pork belly and short rib main entrees both melted in my mouth and had very unique flavors. Heard great things about the curry prawns as well. The small dessert (fruit tart) hit the spot, bit hard to break the crust due to size but fruit flavors were phenomenal. Coconut rice is phenomenal and reminds me of our family recipe. Wonderful service and beautiful modern, well-lit ambiance and atmosphere. Lively and just the right amount of ambient noise for a sunny Friday afternoon catch up or lunch meeting. Will definitely be back here.
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Teena S.

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This little gem is so delicious and their drink menu is great too. They have an amazing Smokey old fashioned. We ordered the following: Tea leaf salad - fresh and amazing Garlic noodles - delicious Shrimp - good Roti and curry - so good!! Crab dip - ok Bok Choy - good Overall, service was great and the food was delicious. I kept going back for more on the roti and curry and the tea leaf salad. I'd highly recommend this place.
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Avinash V.

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This place has a great ambience and very nice staff. We were seated within 10 minutes of our time. They have a really good bar and a nice celebration of cocktails. We ordered a couple of things. This is the first time we tried Burmese restaurant in Menlo Park. Couple of things that I can see is that this is more fusion than an authentic mermaid restaurant but if you're OK with that this place is great . I would definitely return here to try other things. They have great selection of fish and prawns.
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Michelle W.

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Finally came around to trying Burma Love. It's funny because just like Che Fico next door, I've had Burma Love in the mission bookmarked for awhile. Just never got around to trying so when I heard this place just opened up, I had to book! I enjoyed most of the meal! Good portions and everything came out pretty quick. The crab Rangoon was soooo good, love how they do a dip and have wonton chips on the side. I also really enjoyed the fried chicken and Thai tea crème brûlée. Restaurant is smaller than I thought. Probably seats 60 people max but there's bar seating and it looked really cute so maybe next time. Service was good, they were super busy so we had to flag the waiter down a few times but appreciate that they accommodated us and found seating away from the door when we said we'd be cold. Would come back!
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Owen K.

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Our dinner at Burma Love Menlo Park was a bit of a mixed bag. The service was fine and the Crag Rangoon Dip appetizer was pretty good. However, the B.F.C - Burmese Fried Chicken - was not good. Most of the pieces are quite chewy to the point of being a jaw workout to eat. Flavors were ok but for nearly $30 without rice or sides this was disappointing.
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Gali R.

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Great food, upscale atmosphere - recommended for dinner with friends as well as for work lunch
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Mike M.

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Have had the pleasure to order deliver and also to eat-in several times. We were excited to hear they were opening and couldn't wait. Berma Love did not disappoint. From the noodles to the shrimp to the curry to the specialty rice, all Fantastic. Bring the family. Or order in. There is something for all. 5-star food Giving 4-star until they add a small drape vestibule at the entry. Every time the front door opens, huge cold blast of cold air comes in. Brrrrr. Bring your jacket! Update to review. As we pay the bill, I will not come back at night in the winter until they fix the entry. Everyone is wearing jackets. Kills the vibe to freeze while eating. There were two tables that no one would sit at they were so cold. Bring a down jacket, beanie and gloves. Again, good food but...
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DJ S.

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This is late but I wanted to be sure to leave a review. My family took me to Burma Love for Mother's Day and we had an amazing time. The host was so friendly and the food was delicious (consistent with the Valencia location in SF). The chef was also very gracious - we enjoyed the Filipino inspired desserts. Will definitely be coming back!
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Shannon W.

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Had a nice dinner here with my family. Got to book weekend reservations far in advance at least a week or two as they are booking quickly currently. I did Try to drop in once on a Saturday weekend for dinner and they didn't have any availability. The flavors here are super unique and interesting. They definitely have the Asian fusion flavors with twists that aren't really paralleled by other restaurants. All the dishes we got were really good, and best shared family style. Overall though the menu could be expanded, as most dishes were noodles and chicken, or curry. The bar is very beautiful- got to see the design and materials for yourself.
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Heather M.

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Ordered tea leaf salad, eggplant, some type of candied beef. All exceptional. I am still thinking about the tea leaf salad and I ate there a month ago! Haha! Service was quick and friendly.
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Iris H.

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First time here and decided to try the lunch set where you can pick two options of appetizers and one main dish. I tried the deviled egg, dry fried chicken wing and the pork belly. My friend tried the potato samosa, rainbow spring roll with beef short rib. We also ordered the tea leaf salad on the side as additional order. Besides the food, we wanted some caffeine so we also ordered black coffee where they brought the drip filter on a cup to us. I love how the meals are very balanced that comes enough veggies, protein and carbs. The tea leaf salad is very unique and consists many nutty flavor. The pork belly is a bit too fatty for my liking but it is very seasoned and stewed well to soft perfection. I think the lunch set is perfect for first timer who wants to try a bit of everything without ordering each individual dish.
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Catherine C.

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Had dinner here Sunday (5/26/24) for my friend's birthday. The restaurant is beautiful inside. The decor is inviting and the lighting is beautiful. I had brought a cake and gave to the hostess to have our server bring to our table after dinner. We were seated right away in a nice booth. Then things took a turn. We sat and sat and sat. No server came to our table. We had to flag down random people 3 times and about 20 min after our arrival a gal came to our table and said she wasn't actually our server but she could take our drink and app order. We ordered drinks and a few apps. Well the apps were served but we still hadn't even received our drinks. When we did finally get them, they got one wrong. Sigh. We asked the server if we could just have one person as our server and she agreed to do it even though we weren't in her section. We told her the service up to that point was pretty horrible and we were not happy customers. Mind you, there were only about 5 tables full at this point. We went at 5:30. The restaurant was empty. She apologized, then the service finally improved. However. I had to remind them about the cake. They brought the cake in a bowl so we couldn't cut it. They finally exchanged it for a plate. Why? Overall, the food was delicious. Great spices. We had the samosas, tea leaf salad, crab dip. Then shared the string beans, green curry and bok choy. One person had the sea bass and said it was delicious. The service really left something to be desired so I cannot provide a better rating. I hope they work out their service issues otherwise it's a pretty experience restaurant for a mediocre experience.