Yoma Burmese Foods

Hole in the wall place with delicious food! Specifically enjoyed the tea salad and rainbow noodles (both vegetarian). The tea salad was truly one of a kind (a mix of green tea leaves, corn, lettuce, tomatoes, peanuts and sesame oil), tasted amazing. Rainbow noodles was a mix of 3 types of noodles, also very yummy. The currys were also packed with flavor (got the chicken/okra and pumpkin/tofu) but I enjoyed the salad and noodles much more. Will be back to try the coconut noodle soup which seemed like a popular pick! Service is a little long during peak dinner time but worth the wait.

If you never have had Burmese before this is a good introduction as prices are approachable and food is tasty. If you in the neighborhood definitely give it a shot. What I had: Yogurt drink- nice and refreshing. Not too thick not too thin. Nice and tart with a sweet finish 4/5 Balachaung- a very savory sour soup. This was yummy 3.5/5 Pumpkin chicken curry- lots of pumpkin, which was tender but not mushy. Chicken was nice and tender too. The curry was tasty but lacked the depth of other curries I've had. Potion size is a bit on the small side. Perfect for lunch, but if it's for dinner you may want to add extra 4/5 Service was prompt and friendly.

The pickled tea salad was delicious! We got a couple of the noodle dishes which were also very good. The restaurant is very vegetarian friendly - I will come back to try more dishes!

I decided to try this Burmese restaurant bcuz the reviews spoke quite highly of it. So I chose the Pickled Tea Salad & went with the vegetarian Rainbow Noodles and not the “chicken” bcuz of a “gut feeling” that it was NOT Halal, ..but I could be wrong. (Do your own due diligence please!) The Pickled Tea Salad was really good! A new pleasant taste with lots of fresh veggies. The crunchy peanuts in the mix was perfect. The Rainbow Noodles, look so colourful, especially inviting, and a mix of 3 different noodles and fresh vegetables, also with crunchy peanuts & a mild punch of spice. I was instructed to mix well first before you eat. It’s a new flavour, interesting, and definitely had Thai vibes.. and quite filling! I enjoyed it but I’m not sure I’d actually come back to try again. If you’re looking for a new place to try, then definitely go! Vegetarians will enjoy the selections. But it was a meh mediocre food experience for me.

You’ve probably never said, “Let’s get Burmese!” Yoma is testament to why. I had a small portion (half of what I typically eat) of cheap udon noodles in a flavorless sauce with a couple scraps of chicken and minimal toppings, for about twice what I’d think is a fair price. I got Mandalay Chicken Noodle for $14.25. I tried my friend’s “traditional” Pickled Tea Salad appetizer for $12.85, and it tasted and was textured like a basic salad from Subway. It also was a tiny portion for an entree price. The waiter was nice besides never refilling water, and the atmosphere was cute enough for a casual place. They also have a little Burmese market shelf in the middle of the restaurant.

Went on a Saturday afternoon, and it was empty. The interior has a lot of cultural decorations. They also have a mini shop selling merch and some ingredients for their dishes. Our server was friendly, and the food was brought out in waves, in a reasonable amount of time. - Pickled Tea Salad ($12.85): Had to get this because it is one of their signature dishes. It was a bit too salty, but I enjoyed it overall, especially the crunchiness of the nuts. However, the price is expensive relative to the preparation effort (also considering that you can buy the ingredients from their in-store shop for cheaper). - Chicken Plata ($9.75): The flatbread was very good. It was kind of like a thinner scallion pancake. The curry was also pretty good. - Coconut Chicken Noodle Soup ($14.25): The broth was creamy with a deep coconut flavor. The noodles were soft and had a starchy aftertaste. The chicken was overly salted and not plentiful, and the egg was just there. - Golden Chicken Noodles ($14.25): This was basically a brothless version of the Coconut Chicken Noodle Soup. - Rainbow Chicken Noodles ($14.25): This was a unanimous favorite of the noodle dishes. The sauce was slightly sweet with a subtle kick. My friend also paid an extra $2 for a chicken fritter. I did not try it, but she said it was crispy and good. - Rangoon Iced Tea ($4.99): I did not try this either, but my friend liked it—said it tasted like Hong Kong milk tea. They sell the powder for this in their in-store shop as well. Overall, the food was pretty good but didn't quite live up to my expectations after all of the hype that I had heard. I also feel like the prices could be cheaper. However, Yoma is still worth checking out if you're in the area!

While this restaurant is a little unorthodox, you’re missing out if you’ve never eaten here. The pickled tea salad is truly special and scrumptious. The fresh, lime-enhanced flavor and crunchy texture make it a rich dining experience. The pumpkin chicken curry is also delightful. All the food is light and healthy while still being packed with flavor. On top of that, it’s reasonably priced! The service takes a little getting used to. I believe they recently transitioned from counter service to wait service and are still getting the hang of it. Also, the space feels more like a cafe than a restaurant due to the assemblage of tasty Burmese ingredients for sale right in the middle of it all. However, I assure you this is one of the best restaurants on the block, and it’s your loss if you walk by without having a taste…

We went with our friends for dinner at this restaurant last night. It’s a cozy place, and can get busy so reserve a table if going on a weekend. Parking can be difficult to find as this is a busy street with lots of places to eat. We started with their spicy mountain, appetizer which is a bowl of mini samosas with a flavored soup. It was delicious and we love it. Our friends ordered a chicken plata, which was served with a flaky paratha (bread) and a bowl of chicken curry. The portion is enough to share between 2 people if you’ll are going to order an entree. We then ordered the garlic noodles 🍜 and replaced the chicken with tofu. The noodles were cooked to perfection, not overly spiced, good flavor, but lacked salt. However, we added their hot oil and it tasted just perfect. Our friends ordered okra chicken and rainbow chicken bowl. My friends did not like the texture of okra chicken, but the rainbow chicken was really good. They loved the plata so much that they ordered 2 more before leaving. Overall I would say the food was really good, salt can be adjusted to Individual preference. I would rate it 4.5/5.

A welcome homely (in a good way), cozy little dining nook in a city that seems to be taken over by high end, high class, themed restaurants trying to cater to the basic yuppies' tastes. This place serves exquisite Burmese food which by all accounts is straight forward, uncomplicated, and just straight up delicious. The aroma from the spices used in the garlic and chicken and noodles was so warming that it felt like my nose was getting a enveloped in a cozy hug. The delightful crunch of the garlic is especially welcome on a cold, bitter winter night that gives the dish a refreshing but biting crunch with that garlic kick. Praise to this place and its beloved owners for bringing Burmese cuisine in a city that lacks more diverse ethnic cuisine!

This was my first experience with Burmese food! It reminds me of a fusion of Thai and Indian food. I came here for a birthday party with a big group of friends on a weekend. Parking was rough and it took me 15 minutes to find a spot that was a far walk. They have some Burmese snacks and food avaiable for purchase in the middle of the restaurant. They have a regular menu and a vegetarian menu (same as the regular menu but with veggies and tofu). The coconut chicken noodle soup was a little underwhelming for me as it lacked the depth of flavor I was hoping for, coming across more bland than expected. On the other hand, the rainbow chicken noodles was the best dish of the night. It featured three different types of noodles and was packed with flavor. As for the drinks, I wasn't impressed. The yogurt drink tasted like diluted yogurt, and the coconut drink had a faint coconut flavor that didn't really shine. The Rangoon Thai tea was good, but it was essentially a regular Thai tea that didn't offer anything unique. For appetizers, the Spice Mountain and Mango Salad were big hits at the table! They packed vibrant flavors and had just the right amount of spice. The steamed chicken dumplings were fine, but they didn't stand out much, tasting similar to typical dumplings you might find at other places. We also ordered the famous pickled tea salad, but unfortunately, it never arrived. The service was slower than expected, with only one server handling the entire restaurant, which was nearly full. Some of our ordered items never made it to the table, and both food and drinks were slow to come out. Overall, while I enjoyed some of the dishes, there were a few missteps in both the food and service. I'd definitely return for the rainbow chicken noodles and the appetizers. Next time I want to finally try their tea salad and some of their curries.

you never have had Burmese before this is a good introduction as prices are approachable and food is tasty. If you in the neighborhood definitely give it a shot. What I had: Yogurt drink- nice and refreshing. Not too thick not too thin. Nice and tart with a sweet finish 4/5 Balachaung- a very savory sour soup. This was yummy 3.5/5 Pumpkin chicken curry- lots of pumpkin, which was tender but not mushy. Chicken was nice and tender too. The curry was tasty but lacked the depth of other curries I've had. Potion size is a bit on the small side. Perfect for lunch, but if it's for dinner you may want to add extra 4/5 Service was prompt and friendly.

This is such a hidden gem in Allston! I stopped by on a very warm summer day when their A/C for the dining room didn't seem to be working. Hopefully it is fixed now, but I could also see myself coming here in the winter since they have so many noodle soups that would be great for a cold day. The menu is super vegetarian-friendly and it seems like most of their meat options are chicken/fish. 3 of us split a chicken plata ($9.75), pickled tea salad ($12.85), balachaung (small $3.95, regular $7.95), and coconut chicken noodle soup ($14.25). The chicken curry in the chicken plata was fragrant and not too sweet. It came with a good portion of potatoes, carrots, and chicken. While the curry was not very thick, the layers in the plata soaked it up really well! Everyone recommends the pickled tea salad for a good reason. It has an earthy, herby taste with a lot of crunch from the cabbage and peanuts. The pickled tea and tomatoes add a tanginess that makes the salad super refreshing to eat. The balachaung was flavorful on its own, but we tried adding it to the noodles and it really helped the noodles shine. The noodles came in a savory coconut broth that was not too heavy. The prices here are reasonable and the food is delicious and comforting! They even have a small retail shelf in the middle of the dining area where you can pick up pickled tea leaves among other grocery items. I look forward to coming here again.

Very unique, homey comfort food. We came here for dinner on a pretty cold windy day and I was looking for a noodle soup to warm up. Ended up ordering the rainbow noodles - delicious but no broth. Next time I'd get the spicy chicken noodle soup. The best I can describe the flavor is sort of similar to Chinese peanut sauce or sesame noodles, the same nutty flavors. Really loved all the different textures, especially the jiggly chickpea tofu, which was my first time eating. And the three different kinds of noodles! If you love noodles, you should definitely come here. My other favorite thing we ordered was the pickled tea salad. I was envisioning something very sour and acidic but it was so delicious. The flavor is hard to pin down but it's a lot of seeds and crunchiness. A must get and probably very refreshing in the summer. Food came out a little slowly even though we were one of two tables but they're also running busy takeout orders. You order at the front and they being out your food. Remember to bring your trays and dishes back to the counter! PARKING: In a word, tough. Try Hano Street off Cambridge. Don't park in the Walgreens lot, we saw a tow truck circling around.

I'd been eyeing Yoma for a while and finally stopped in on a whim for a weeknight dinner. There's ample seating and a variety of Burmese ingredients that you can purchase. There's also a single stall bathroom. They handed us a menu at the counter and an employee came by to take our order when we were ready. Between the two of us, we split the Rainbow Noodle and the Mohinga. I also got an iced Rangoon Tea. I don't usually like soup, but the Mohinga was flavorful and I loved all the different textures. The Rainbow Noodle was my favorite of the two though. It was saucy and full of toppings. We finished both bowls and were pretty full. I would definitely come back to try more of the menu!

This might have been my first time eating Burmese food, and it was tasty! Tea salad is a must try - the flavor was mild but the salad was refreshing. Mango salad was refreshing as well with some sweetness. We ordered a TON of other dishes but we ate too quickly so I forgot to take photos. Here's my thoughts: Pea Plata: 10/10 DELICIOUS. This was my favorite appetizer, and we ended up ordering another one. The peas were so tasty with the plata, and the plata was seasoned well. This dish reminded me of roti but the plata is thicker Tea Salad: 8/10 It was tasty, and I'm not sure if you can find this at other places. I appreciate that there's many different textures in the salad, however the portion was smaller than I expected. Maybe I forgot it's an appetizer Mango Salad: 5/10 It's refreshing but seemed like a pretty basic salad with lettuce and mangos Rainbow Noodle: 7/10 There's many types of noodles in this dish, so it was a little confusing what I was eating, but still tasty! Garlic Chicken Noodle: 8/10 The noodles hold a lot of flavor and had good texture Tamarind Juice: 8/10 Strong flavor, reminds me of Chinese sour plum juice. Maybe not for everyone but I enjoyed it. Good balance of tart and sweet

Delightful hole in the wall spot for quality Burmese food! If you have never tried Burmese food, I highly recommend it for anyone who is a fan of Thai and Vietnamese flavors. The tea leaf salad is a must try with lots of interesting flavors and textures. While it isn't quite as authentic as a few of ones I've had at other Burmese restaurants, the flavors are still delicious. The plata bread is very good but you only get 1 piece per order which was a bit disappointing. The rainbow noodles were a bit spicy but had a lot of great flavors. The garlic chicken noodle was another favorite of mine - I couldn't get enough of the chewy texture of the noodles. We ended up spending about $60 for the 4 dishes but it was enough to feed 4 people with a moderate appetite. The restaurant is very casual. You order up front and pick a table. Everything is self-serve and the food came out quickly. They also had a few snacks and items you can buy to take home and cook your own Burmese food. Only street parking is available so you'll need to be lucky to find a spot.

TLDR: lovely unique food Not a ton of Burmese restaurants in Boston so come for a unique food. Highlights for me are their unique salads. We did the tea and mango which were phenomenal. Place seems like mom and pop so support local!

If you're looking for a small business to support, let it be this one. The sweetest people working there and the more comforting food. What we got: - Rangoon Iced Tea - Yogurt drink - Chicken Plata - Pickled Tea Salad - Coconut Chicken Noodle Soup - Rainbow Noodle - Pumpkin Curry with coconut rice The Rangoon milk tea had really nice tea flavor. Most of the time, milk tea gets washed by the milk and you can't taste much tea, but the tea flavor was perfect and apparent. If you've had Vietnamese yogurt before, the yogurt drink was very similar. All of the food was hearty, but was not too strong in flavor that you would get tired of it. The curry noodle soup is exactly what you'd need on a chilly day. I felt like I was eating at my grandma's house with these dishes. If that feeling is what you're looking for, come to this spot and give the lady in the front a hug for me! She is the sweetest

The coconut chicken noodle soup was heavy with curry and coconut flavor. The broth was thick and noodles were soft. The staff was friendly. You order at the counter and find your own seating. The restaurant is on the smaller side but it wasn't busy on a Sunday night.

Yum teal leaf salad! My bf and I decided to try this place on a Friday night. The restaurant is not that big but there are a few tables for small groups. You order at the counter and they bring out the food to your table. We decided on the tea leaf salad, golden chicken and noodles and the pumpkin curry with tofu. Everything came out nice and hot and looking delicious! The salad had a nice crunch and tasted very good. I really enjoyed the pumpkin curry because the pumpkin was so soft and creamy and it melted in your mouth! The noodles were also very tasty. We quickly devoured all our food and wished there was more but we were quite content. Will definitely be back!

I had a catered dinner from here, which was my first time trying Burmese food. They have plenty of vegan options- I tried the tea salad and rainbow noodles. The tea salad was really unique, but the star was definitely the rainbow noodles, super flavorful and I especially loved the chickpea tofu which has a super nice smooth but firm texture. Highly recommend!

We are from out of town but get to Boston regularly. Have been wanting to try Yoma for a long time. It did not disappoint! We got a ginger salad, spice mountain, rainbow noodles with chicken and biryani with beef. All were amazing, favorites were spice mountain and the biryani. Folks were especially accommodating, especially when it came to parking (which is a challenge in the neighborhood). Cannot wait for our 2nd visit.

I stopped by here with a friend for dinner and was surprised to see the place completely empty (it was a holiday so I'm sure that explains it)! The ordering process is a bit strange, you can either view/order on your phone using their QR code or go up to the counter and order there. We opted for the latter, and the host told us that he would bring our food out to us when it was ready. A few minutes later, he brought out everything all at once. I ordered their iced milk tea, chicken plata, and chicken coconut soup dishes. The drink was refreshing and not too sweet, and was definitely something I'd order again. The chicken plata was simple, yet delicious. The bread was flaky and chewy, unlike anything I've had before, and the plata itself had a great combination of flavors. I also really enjoyed the coconut chicken soup, which reminded me more of ramen than soup. The broth was hearty and rich, and I thought the toppings added a great touch. Considering the prices, I think this place is a good deal.. it's unique and will leave you feeling stuffed! I'd love to try some of their other food here, everything sounded great.

This was one of the best new restaurants we've tried in a while. Absolutely delicious, home cooked food for a very reasonable price point. For those who have never had Burmese food, we agreed that it reminded us of a combination of Thai and Vietnamese food... had elements we love from Thai curry, aromatic Vietnamese with emphasis on mixing textures. If you love those cuisines you will surely love this. The iced milk tea was strong and delicious -- finished it too quickly! We were impressed by everything we ordered and bought a jar of the pickled tea salad dressing on our way out. Service was excellent, the ambiance was pleasant, casual and welcoming. What a beautiful spot to experience Burmese cuisine. Yoma is a gem in the Boston area and we will definitely return.

Heard of YoMa on social media and was excited to try a new cuisine! My partner and I ordered an iced rangoon tea, pickled tea salad, rainbow noodles, and eggsplant (egg and eggplant) curry w coconut rice - TASTE: 4/5 - everything was lovely! The rangoon tea hit the spot and tasted like milk tea. I thought the pickled tea salad would be more pickled and acidic, but it was still tasty, light, and refreshing. The rainbow noodles were my favorite, with three different types of noodles and bites of mango and cilantro, that just tasted like comfort food. The eggplant and curry sauce were sweet and, oh man, the coconut rice was perfection TEXTURE: 5/5 - the pickled tea salad nailed it with fresh veggies and fried garlic. The rainbow noodles had great texture too PRICE: 4/5 - solid prices, our total came out to ~$50 SERVING SIZE: 4/5 - smaller portions I'd say, we finished everything fairly easily SERVICE: 4/5 - we arrived at 5pm for an early dinner and had the space to ourselves. The woman at the counter was friendly and our food came out quickly ATMOSPHERE: 4/5 - didn't realize YoMa has been operating since 2007! The place is a cozy size: bright, clean, and displays great info about & pride for Myanmar PARKING: 4/5 - we parked at a free street spot on Cambridge St and walked over

Can't get over how amazing this place is! My first time having Burmese food and it definitely won't be my last. The restaurant is well decorated and has some interesting history about Myanmar and Burmese food. Every single dish had so much flavor and and they were delicious. The owner and employees were super nice and answered any questions we had, which made the experience even more enjoyable. Highly recommend this place and will be back soon!

Great place to enjoy Burmese food! Even though the place is small and business is focused towards delivery, we were able to sit and eat in (a group of 8). It's a couter order style, but they were happy to help us choose what we want and very welcoming! The food was so rich and flavorful. The chicken noodle was tasty and the noodles well cooked. The Chicken pumpkin curry dish was devine! Really enjoyed the experience!

Great vegetarian menu - the coconut curry tofu is the ultimate comfort food as is the spicy tofu soup. Everything tastes fresh and flavorful.

The staff was so nice and we got a really great introduction to the dishes and recommendation on what to get. The plata flatbread was comfort-food good. The chickpea tofu was also a first for me and really interesting tasting. My friend and I loved the service. Highly recommend getting the plata!!

The Coconut Chicken Noodle Soup and Mohinga are my favorites! The food is so good and the prices are reasonable.

the chicken plata was AMAZING! we argued about which aspect was better - the chicken, or the bread you eat it with. everything we are was fresh and delicious and the service was sweet!

10/10 for the food, presentation, decor and overall vibe! We really enjoyed this small mom-and-pop restaurant featuring authentic and delicious Burmese cuisine! Definitely recommend trying the tea salad (all the flavors and crunch!) and I honestly don't think you can go wrong with any of the noodles. I ordered the rainbow noodle dish and loved the bit of spice along with the fresh mango and crunchy toppings. My friends also seemed very satisfied with their choices - the spicy chicken noodle soup (the broth was soo flavorful!) and mandalay noodles. Lastly, our cashier was very friendly and they even gifted us these delicious, not-too-sweet coconut mochi desserts to celebrate Myanmar new year! Would 100% come back to try some of the other things on their menu!

This place is a definition of a-hole-in-the-wall! I had this place bookmarked for 2 years now. And I am so glad we finally got to try it tonight! You can judge how good a Burmese restaurant is by their mohinga dish. Mohinga is a rice noodle and fish soup. Btw, mohinga is off the menu and probably the reason why it took me so long to visit this place! Their mohinga is out of this world! This is the best mohinga I've ever had, comparable to my mother in law's. Of course. Service was excellent. The owner is super sweet and attentive! Kimchi is the signature dish of korea; mohinga is the signature dish of Myanmar! You must try it!

Amazing food! Loved the yogurt drink and garlic noodles. Great and very responsive service.

Excellent Burmese food! The family running the restaurant is really nice and the service is fast. Restaurant is one of the best in Allston. There aren't that many choices but they are all great and every menu item can be vegetarian if that is your preference. Items are semi pricey (~13$ on the menu) but definitely worth it. Also a very unique spot since there isn't much Burmese food in the area. Currently take out/delivery only, but inside looks like it would have good ambiance. Highly recommended!

Really great food. Was impressed by everything we had. I have never tried burmese food before and this place was a great introduction to it. Their tea leaf salad was really good!

Yoma makes delicious Burmese food. Came here with a big group and split a bunch of dishes. My favorite plates were the chicken plata, rainbow noodles, okra tofu curry, garlic noodles, and goat danbauk (Burmese biryani rice). The Rangoon iced tea was also delicious. The staff are friendly and I love that they sell Burmese groceries too so I can make pickled tea leaf salad at home. If I lived closer, I would order from here so often, especially when I'm too lazy to cook.

Delicious and unique flavor! Plenty of vegetarian and vegan options. I always get the tea salad and a curry dish. So good. Great service too, they're super nice and accommodating. I've been frequenting yoma since I moved to Boston in 2014, and it's always been a staple.

Super delicious food. I got the garlic chicken noodles and they were so good and good as leftovers! Quick service and kind staff.

Very tasty food. Really enjoyed the noodle soup. Will definitely return and try other dishes.

Oh my gosh, so good! I haven't had Burmese food in a longggg time, and this was just how I remembered it. The Rangoon Iced Tea is really good, and tastes like a better Thai Tea. The limeaid is also very refreshing! Get the tea leaf salad! It's what they're known for, and the fermented tea leaves are super yummy. The crunch additions gives it a nice texture too. We also got the Coconut chicken noodles, which was perfect for a cold day. The Spice Mountain Samosas, a baby samosa salad in broth, was my personal fave. You'd think the broth makes it soggy but it doesn't. It just adds so much more flavor! This is definitely one of my new favorites in boston!

Very friendly, attentive, service. I had so much complimentary tea :). When you check in with yelp, they give you a free milk tea. I'll save that for next time. Had their special pickled tea salad. The pickled tea has a different kind of flavor- it's good, mixed in with the salad. I liked the crunchy iceberg, tomatoes, corn, crunchy nuts and soy, and how it all came together. I think it may have had a squeeze of lime on top. Nice ambiance, with calming music, and artwork with scenes that definitely transport you to another place.

If you are Burmese food fan, you'd know how hard it is to find a food Burmese restaurant in America! I was SO happy to find this little gem. The coconut chicken noodles and tea leaf salad was amazing! We ate it all too fast before I could take a picture. Definitely want to try their pumpkin curry & samosas in the future!

One of my favorite little haunts in Boston. It's a tiny place, sometimes crowded, though not enough so, for as good as it is. My favorites are the pumpkin vegetarian dish as well as all the salads. Healthy flavorful option for vegetarians.

Yoma is run by a super nice couple (I think?) who are genuinely eager to share the food of Burma. Super friendly to a first time customer! Apparently almost everything on the menu can be made vegan or is already vegan, so just ask! The specialty is the chickpea tofu, which is super soft and smooth, very different than normal firm tofu. Paired with noodles and a sweet vinegary, very slightly spicy sauce in the rainbow noodles, delicious! I wouldn't say the rainbow noodles (take out) were a super balanced meal though-- a little short on veggies, and a little more yellow than rainbow. Nonetheless it was quite yummy, and I would definitely come back to try more items on the menu.

Visited on a cold weekday evening in January of 2017. We were 2 of us so getting seated wasn't an issue. They don't serve alcohol and that's why it's a BYOB joint where they charge about 50 cents a bottle. We had a good time trying a few unknown Burmese dishes. Must Try: Balachong, Tea Salad Bamboo Beef

Ok, wow. Ive been looking for a Burmese restaurant with the same quality as the places we'd get Burmese in the Bay area (SF). Tried this place on a whim and did it deliver! The woman who owns this place is great, too. We got Garlic Noodles, Mango Salad and the incredible RAINBOW NOODLES! If you love fresh, healthy, nutritious food with delightful textures & flavors, you will LOVE YOMA! Can't wait to come back soon

Came here with my friends for dinner and we thoroughly enjoyed the food. As brown people, I must admit, what initially attracted us to this place was that they offered samosas hahaha. (It's a fried pastry with a spicy potato filling that's enjoyed as a savoury snack in the Indian subcontinent.) We opted for the Spice Mountain, a dish of samosas in a chickpea curry which reminded us a lot of samosa chaat! Our main entree, the Shan Noodles with tofu, also was quite delicious. However I was a bit disappointed there were no rice options at the restaurant as it's offered in the online menu. However, the highlight was definitely the Tea Salad! I ordered it, having read the other recommendations, and while I was a little sceptical at the idea of pickled tea, it was amazing delicious. I might drop by again just to order the Tea Salad. Don't be fazed by the outside of this restaurant which may look a bit dingy! The inside is quite clean and it has a pleasant ambience. Also each of the dishes we ordered were quite large in their portions, and quite cheaply priced too; if I wasn't sharing these dishes, one would've been filling on its own. If you are vegetarian or vegan this is a great place to check out!

In another life I had to be Burmese because the food here tastes like how my previous life's momma would have made it. Review #037 Restaurant Type: Casual Dining. Good for: Any time, any occasion. My short summary sentence: Yoma's got it from her momma. Food (65%) Taste to price 4.5/5 Quality to price 4/5 Portion to price 4/5 Average = 4.17 Service (20%) Friendliness 4/5 Promptness 4/5 Average = 4 Cleanliness (15%) Bathroom 4/5 Dining area 4/5 Kitchen area 4/5 Average = 4 Overall Score = [F(.65)]+[S(.20)]+C(.15)] = [2.71]+[0.8]+[0.6] = 4.11 What else to know: I'm going to keep this review simple because you really need to come here for yourself as this one is truly a hidden gem. As you walk in, you are greeted by pictures of temples and pagodas which definitelty sets the mood for the restaurant. I gawked at it for several minutes and almost fell into a meditative state. The food here feels like it was made with lots of love and care is the best way I can describe it. I know it sounds cheesy but it really felt that way. The dishes I recommend for starters are the Tea Salad (looks and tastes better in person than by the pics), chicken plata, and if thirsty, a fresh limeade. Those are my must-haves and everything else is pretty good too but will depend on your personal preference. That's pretty much it for Yoma. Oh wait, there's one thing left I forgot to mention, it's BYOB. You're welcome. **If you enjoyed my review and need help with the Boston area, follow or add me as a friend. I have tons of reviews like this.

Everything I've tried is new to me but also 5/5! The spicy chicken noodle soup is going to be a common takeout item this fall and winter, I already know it. The Rangoon iced tea is possibly my new favorite iced tea. Their warm fresh plata is also maybe my new favorite bread, over even naan. Not to mention the owners are super friendly! I hope Yoma does well through this pandemic!

Yoma Myanmar Tea Cafe is a terrific spot for a good home-y dinner, as they are only open from 4pm to 9pm. While Yoma is located on the vegan block of Allston on the other side of Tealosophy from Grasshopper, Yoma is a Burmese restaurant with meat options and a small dine in space for perhaps 10 tables that can be pushed together as needed and a single server handling the entire dinner service. Two diners, 2 drinks, 2 appetizers, 2 entrees, 1 dessert = 2 full bellies and just a wee bit left over for a snack. I love Roti at Malaysian restaurants like Penang, so I really wanted to try Yoma's Plata, described as layers bread and available for $2.50 a la carte. We got the Bean Plata $5.50 Plata served with baked bean in garlic sauce. The description made me think of Boston Baked Beans, but I figured it couldn't be and was proved correct in my assessment. It was a different sort of bean, served dry rather than sauced but with a visible garnish of garlic. It was interesting, but a little difficult to eat with the yummy light buttery triangles of plata, as I couldn't open them up into pockets and the lack of sauciness encouraged the beans to roll off the bread. Another dish I really wanted to order was their Tea Salad ~ $9.50 Traditional Burmese salad ~ fermented tea, crispy garlic, sesame seeds, peanut, and mix beans with lettuce, tomato. It came prettily and separately placed on a dish. It reminded me of the Singaporean New Year yu sheng or prosperity salad which is tossed in unison with chopsticks, which I have yet to experience. But the ingredients of this salad are in small pieces. So I picked up my fork and with the spoon provided began to mix the beans and veggies. The moist mound of fermented tea leaves resisted me a bit, but I was persistent and did a pretty good job if I may say so myself. The salad itself was a sour, crunchy, refreshing dish that we both enjoyed. Being non-spicy folk, we avoided the dishes helpfully marked with a red "spicy" and ordered the Golden Chicken Noodle ~ $9.45 Steamed yellow noodle (wheat noodle) with coconut chicken sauce, boiled egg, sweet onion, scallion, garlic and the Pumpkin Shrimp ~ $11.75 Sweet pumpkin and shrimp (I counted 4) cooked with tomato and lemongrass, but found them to bring a tingle to my lips and tongue. Still, I found both to be satisfyingly homey a dish. We had swapped out the accompanying steamed jasmine rice for their rather tasty coconut rice (beautifully fragrant traditional coconut rice cooked to perfection with coconut milk) and my dc particularly enjoyed the sweet pumpkin and the rice as cooling agents for the heat she sensed in the dishes. Their Rangoon Tea (Burmese Chai) $2.50 came either hot or cold. We ordered one each way, and enjoyed the sweet tea both for their own sake and in accompaniment of the spicier part of our meal. Three scoops of ice cream for $3.95 sounded a good deal, with the option of green tea, ginger, or coconut. Unfortunately, they did not allow us to mix flavors, but they were out of the ginger I was hankering for anyways. The green tea ice cream was good, but 3 scoops was a bit of an overstatement, as they were mini scoops that added up to perhaps 1 traditional American shop scoop, if that. Portions were a bit light for the price, but enabled us to try many items from the menu without feeling that we were being gluttonous.

Good atmosphere. Amazing food, especially spice mountain. I would say to stay away from tofu dishes. The soup noodle dishes are far better. Service was also good.

I am drooling as I write this review. Make sure you get yourself (DO NOT SHARE) a 'Spice mountain'. Best En·trée - Coconut chicken noodle soup. Best Cold dish - Rainbow noodle and best Salad - Tea leaf salad.

Been here 3 times now and I just keep having to come back despite it's a good 30min+ commute, it's just that delicious! Yoma has the best coconut rice I've ever had, and having it with the Spice Mountain, the herby spicy flavors and the fragrant and fluffy coconut rice just makes the perfect sweet and savory and spicy combination. Yoma also has the best noodles. And I won't hesitate to order any noodle dish here honestly. I am making it a goal to try them all because they have such different takes on noodles. They have the rainbow noodles which literally mixes different types of noodles and create different textures. They always top it off with perfectly soft boiled eggs and the noodles are always cooked to perfection! I definitely recommend the Rangoon tea, take it hot with some milk in the winter and it the most heart warming drink! On a hotter day, try their traditional tea salad for a super light, and refreshing bite!

This place is such a hidden gem! I've walked t this place so many times and never noticed it. The service here is amazing and so is the food!

I'm normally not very adventurous when it comes to food, but I'm so glad some friends introduced me to Burmese food while visiting the west coast. I was so excited to find a Burmese restaurant when I returned to Boston, and Yoma did not disappoint. I highly recommend this place if you're looking for something different to try or already love Burmese food. The Tea Leaf Salad and Spice Mountain were both excellent. We will definitely be doing takeout from here regularly!

Delicious! Currently, take out only between 4-8pm. All aspects of the order handled by the chef- the efficiency was really cool! Our royal noodle was great, the plata was flaky, and the pumpkin curry brought a nice sharp contrast. Thumbs up!