I had a lovely late lunch at B Star Restaurant on Clement Street. Since it was later in the afternoon, the restaurant was pleasantly quiet, which made for a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere, perfect for a solo meal. I ordered the platha, the wasabi walnut shrimp, and the salmon with rice. The platha was flaky and satisfying, and the salmon with rice was flavorful and well-prepared, a comforting, nicely portioned dish. The wasabi walnut shrimp were especially tasty, crispy, perfectly coated, and the sauce had a delicious balance of sweetness and gentle heat that really stood out. Service was okay, friendly and attentive without being intrusive. Overall, a nice, easy spot for a calm meal with solid flavors. I'd happily return to try more from the menu. read more

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date & time: monday april 26, 2026 @ 11:30am vibe: besties & friend groups in parke sweaters & silky shorts decor: aesthetic vibey spot service: pleasant imbibe: iced chai, viet coffee, ginger lemonade, mango soda devour: lunch prixe fix $28 per person total: $133.68 read more

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Every dish was very good and we were well taken care of. Noisy but relaxed. Platha, short rib croquettes, spring rolls, salmon bowl, basil chicken, garlic noodles with Dungeness crab, dry-fried string beans. Just the right amount of food for four hangry people. We were done when I smelled the braised short rib main delivered to the table adjacent, and I regretted not ordering that. Very limited but acceptable beer/wine selections. read more

With a party of four, we had dinner here. We ordered the firecracker cauliflower as an appetizer to share, duck skin fried rice, and miso-butter noodle with fresh Dungeness crab. The interior was nice and customer service fine. It wasn't crowded around the time we went (4:30-5ish). I thought everything was pretty good in terms of taste, portion, and appearance! read more

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B STAR?!? MORE like a C+ rating..... Ugh this place was such a hard review because the server we had was one of the best servers I've had all year.....it's not the service, it's the food. Let's dive into it. The roti was the best out of what we tried. Classic roti with a decent curry sauce, half to mess up. 4/5 The duck skin fried rice was a bit dry with hardly and duck and just a few pieces of fried skin we were fighting for. The skin was great, the rice not so much, and the duck was dry. 3/5 One of our least favorite was the coconut curry noodle soup. It was spicy which we don't remember reading it would be that spicy, but most importantly it waa soooo bland that we were like well, do you want it because I don't. 1/5 The papaya salad was just soggy and weird tasting, like a bitter taste of too much lime and soggy papaya with fish sauce. 2/5 Their tea was okay but pricey, again watered down but at least it was in a pitcher but you pay for good money for it. It's hard to say I enjoyed our meal because I didn't and ended up boxing it to go to give away rather than wasting it. We went out to a different place afterwards for dessert and snacks. read more

B Star - Burmese Near Me - San Francisco, California

We had such a fun and satisfying experience at B Star! We were seated quickly in this airy light beautiful spot, and served just as quickly. A true delight of a visit. This is what we ordered: The "Asian Beef Wraps" were amazing. So fun to self-assemble; it felt like such an interactive DIY experience; the waitress aptly let us know that it was an "involved" meal and I absolutely loved it. The meat was so well flavored, the multiple different toppings crunchy and soft and fresh and hearty. What a great way to eat, I'd love to order them again. The Salmon Ochazuke was incredible. Such a warm delicious umami treat, with a variety of textures and delicious flavors. I'd never had this dish before, glad we decided to try! A random aside; their bathroom system was fun, with a green/red light above the entrance so you knew from afar whether it was occupied or not. Love it. read more

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I've been going to this spot for at least ten years. It's one of my favorite places to bring all my friends that are visiting town because the food is so solid. Ambiance: Noise levels are pretty standard, not super loud or quiet and really depends on the patrons. There's about 8 two tops and maybe about 6 four tops, but looks like it can be arranged. There's a few two tables by the window, which is a little more private and nice to people watch. Service: A host usually greets you at the door and brings you to your table with menus. You can also make reservations, which I recommend. They give you plenty of time to order and sometimes you have to flag someone down if you're really hungry. Another side note that I really like is that there's a red/green light indicating whether someone's in the restroom, so you don't have to wait around the hallway. Food: Short Rib Croquettes - airy, light, and perfectly crisp, but certainly not my favorite on the menu. The flavors were nice, but I didn't catch any hints of shiitake or daikon. The short rib was very tender. Tea Leaf Salad - the textures and flavor combos are always a delight. The fresh and crisp lettuce, mixed with the crunchy garlic chips and lentils really kicks it up a notch if you like mouth feel. Back in the day, they would have the salad in separate areas of the plate and mix it in front of you with the lemon, but now it's premixed. It's great if you're hungry, but the presentation was a nice touch. (I could see how this might take too much time if the restaurant is busy though.) B*sprouts is a must! I have turned a brussel sprouts HATER into a "okay, this is pretty good," which I consider a win. I told this person, "look, if you hate brussel sprouts after trying this, you definitely hate brussel sprouts. If you do not, then you've been having it all wrong." Turns out they've been having it wrong. This is a must have if you come to this restaurant. The veggie is perfectly cooked and crispy at the edges, slightly sweet and fragrant. With the addition of the popped rice, it's a beautiful thing. Don't skip it if you come. Salmon Ochazuke - perfectly cooked salmon on top of a bed of pickled veggies, a soft poached egg, and rice. They pour the green tea dashi broth at the table. This is also a must order if you like salmon and want a new comfort food item. The flavors are light and complex, the broth is flavorful, but not overly salty. This restaurant will always be a staple of mine, as well as introducing it to every person I know. It's absolutely worth trying. read more

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B-star was an amazing little restaurant my friends and I decided to stop by during SF restaurant week. Inside the restaurant is not too big, but the vibes are very cozy and warm wood tones. The staff is also incredibly accommodating and friendly. When we went, I mentioned I had a sesame seed allergy and one of the dishes that was brought out accidentally had sesame seeds on it so I mentioned it to the waiter and they took it back and re-made the entire dish for me without sesame seeds but since it took some time to remake my dish and I was waiting while my friends all had their dishes the staff fully comped my meal once they brought it out towards the end which was super sweet. Every dish was also incredibly delicious with some of my friends getting a fried egg with rice dish with grilled pork, and I decided to order the Salmon pot pie which was so juicy and reminiscent of a chicken pot pie but more delicious and having a thai style curry flavor to it with the yellow curry tasting broth base. This is definitely a must get dish! read more

B Star - Grilled pork platter - Burmese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Walked in on Sunday at noon and restaurant was about a third full, but no one was there to greet us - ended up needing to walk to the back to flag down the waiter. Relatively open and clean space. Once we were seated and ordered, food came out in a decent time. I ordered the samusa soup and my husband got the salmon ochazuke. Both dishes were flavorful and comforting in different ways. The only things would be the crispy rice in the ochazuke, of which there was plentiful and crispy, but after a while started to make our jaws sore biting them. read more

Tea leaf salad delicious. Had a very unique, herbaceous flavor and i loved the toasted nuts which gave the salad a roasted note Miso cod with noodles excellent. Very tender and flavorful The latska had a great flavor in the broth however not sure why they add croutons which get soggy if you don't eat the soup fast enough. They could use a larger variety of sake. The restaurant is very austere. read more

B Star - Tea Leaf Salad (L) - Burmese Near Me - San Francisco, California

I've been coming to B Star & Burma Superstar for years, and while the flavors are still good, I feel like it's lost a little of the magic it used to have. The portion sizes in particular have gotten noticeably smaller compared to what they once were, which makes the value feel a bit off, especially given the number of excellent Thai spots in San Francisco at similar price points. That said, the food itself was tasty and well-prepared, and the ambiance remains warm and inviting. The back room could use a bit more attention when it comes to service, but overall it's still a lovely, comfortable place to sit down and enjoy a meal. Solid spot for Thai flavors, but I'd love to see a return to more generous portions and the consistency that made this a classic SF spot read more

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Came back on a weeknight for three people and had zero wait! Quickly seated and ordered an entree for each person. The miso cod is perfectly cooked and buttery, although the garlic noodles were quite salty and too aldente for my tastes. The pot pie is always a hit, although they changed the flavoring from the Thai curry pot pie to the salmon pot pie. read more

B Star - Miso Cod - Burmese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Recently visited B Star, the Burma Superstar offshoot, when my friend reserved the space to host a baby shower luncheon. Service and set-up/presentation were beautiful, and the food absolutely delicious - I particularly loved the miso cod, fiery basil chicken, and signature tea leaf salad. Definitely consider this wonderful space for your next event! read more

I came for a $45 SF Restaurant Week birthday dinner. While the flavors were great, the pacing and a kitchen mishap dampened the celebration. The Highlights Flavor: The tea leaf salad and platha were excellent; that curry sauce is a winner. Drinks & Dessert: The mango lassi was refreshing, and both the calamansi custard and Thai tea tiramisu were delicious finishes. Attentive Service: Our server was great about keeping our drinks refilled throughout the night. The Letdowns Wait Times: The gap between courses was massive. It took over an hour for our mains to arrive, making us feel like our order had been forgotten. Availability: They were already out of two appetizer options (squid and short rib), which was disappointing for a set menu. Quality Control: I found a piece of foil shaving in the mashed potatoes served with the short rib. The Verdict: The portions are filling and the food tastes authentic, but the long wait times and the foil in the food made it a frustrating birthday experience. The restaurant is a tad loud so difficulty hearing conversations. read more

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Solid popular spot with a nice staff. No wait for a late lunch. My wife's food came out late and cold so it was probably sitting there forgotten for a while. Flavors are pretty good, but the portions are a tad small for the price in my opinion. read more

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Perfect little spot. I went there for a solo late lunch and ordered the prix fix deal for $28. The portions were so generous. The main was a brand new dish they were trying out. It was excellent and the chicken was tender. I'll eat anything w a gooey egg on top. The staff was so sweet. I'll be back agin and again. read more

B Star - Burmese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Wow! I've never had so much diverse flavor in one restaurant before!! A great combination of fresh and cooked, vegetarian and non. Definitely a must stop if you are craving Burmese! read more

Came here with a reservation for Monday dinner, and it was pretty empty at 6:00 PM. It was very quiet as opposed to Burma Superstar next door, which made for a calmer environment. The waitstaff were very present and helpful with giving us suggestions of how much food to get. We got the Vegetarian Samusas, the Laksa, and the Tea Leaf Salad. Vegetarian Samusas: 3/5, they were fine but not extraordinary. Also a bit pricey for how many we got. Laksa: 4/5, not too spicy but good amount of noodles along with shrimp and tofu. Loved the coconut chicken broth! Tea Leaf Salad: 5/5, always a classic. Love the plentiful amount of jalapeños in this version. Could have eaten the whole thing by myself! Overall, a solid spot for Burmese food, not a bad alternative to the ever-crowded Burma Superstar. read more

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Came here thinking it was restaurant week but it had ended the day before. They have happy hour menu and beverages until 6:30 so we got some. Service was decent. We ordered the tea leaf salad, short ribs and fish You definitely need appetizers since the main are smaller sized than other restaurants. It's worth a try! read more

BStar is the sister restaurant for Burma Superstar and is a faster/more casual version of its sibling. The food itself is pretty good we did family style and had an assortment of dishes. All the food was good but... I don't know exactly what it was but none of the dishes popped out at me. We had the papaya salad, the duck skin fried rice and the roti. The roti was probably the best out of the bunch. The tea leaf salad is one of their signature dishes and it is pretty good. I would recommend the roti and tea leaf salad for anyone who visits. read more

First time come here, the place is small but a bit noisy need to put hand behind ears to hear better, server is very nice and friendly, price is reasonable and food very tasty, I would come back again with friends read more

I'm obsessed with this place. I would literally marry the firecracker cauliflower it's THAT GOOD. Perfectly crispy and well balanced flavors. Many vegetarian options, but the appetizers are where it's at. Tea leaf salad and firecracker cauliflower cannot be skipped. The service is fast and attentive. Can't say anything bad about B Star I just love it so much. read more

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INCREDIBLE FOOD! Definitely the best Burmese food I have ever had. Such fresh ingredient, well-seasoned sauces, and perfectly cooked tofu! Great mix of meat and vegetarian options. Received really kind and attentive service. It's small inside so if you have large party call ahead or come early. read more

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One of the most amazing meals I have had in years - the salmon pot pie was delicious and a new dish for me just incredible and a very large portion (caution it is piping hot as a pot pie should be) . Also the presentation is top notch. The Salmon Ochazuke is one of the most incredible dishes I have had. Very generous chunk of salmon perfectly cooked in an amazing broth of rice and mustard greens. The service is extremely efficient and although reservations are definitely recommended I was able to be seated quickly. This is a great date spot but you should sit on the back porch which is a really nice environment. Highly recommended! read more

B Star - Burmese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I'm impressed! My friend and I were looking for food around Clement and she remembered there was a sister restaurant to Burma Superstar. We made a reservation just an hour prior getting there and got seated relatively fast. We got the duck friend rice and laksa noodle soup. Both were amazing! Staff were extremely friendly and the place has a back patio as well. I would definitely come back to try other dishes. read more

B Star - Burmese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Came here for a last minute dinner at 8:30pm Friday night and there was no wait. Restaurant is pretty small but there's a patio in the back. Service is great, waiters very attentive. Got the string beans ($12) which I thought were too salty. The duck fried rice was very flavorful but the duck flavor didn't stand out. Lastly the pratha ($12) is always a fav bc of its freshness and crispy layers with the sweet curry sauce read more

I haven't been to B Star in years and didn't realize how stripped down their menu is now. Don't worry, they still have tea leaf salad. We got easy reservations on a Friday. We got the tea leaf salad, gochujang riblets, seafood laksa, and crispy duck skin fried rice. The medium tea leaf salad was a good size to share and comes premixed. The laksa had fish, shrimp, scallops, and an egg. I enjoyed the flavor of the broth but wish it came out hotter in temperature. It was definitely spicy, like above mild. My hubby was afraid the duck rice wouldn't have too much protein so he got the ribs to supplement. He was right, only bits of duck in the fried rice. We were expecting a nice big piece of crispy skin on top of the rice, but it was only a sprinkle of bits of skin, so that was pretty disappointing. I thought the flavor of the ribs and the fried rice were good but he was wanting more from the fried rice. read more

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Really disappointing experience. The service was poor from start to finish -- we were never checked on, and our food came out cold. Our waitress also didn't seem familiar with the menu at all; every time we ordered, she seemed confused and unsure of what we were talking about, which made the whole experience frustrating. To top it off, as soon as we finished eating, we were abruptly told we had to get up and leave because they had another reservation, with no prior warning. It felt rushed and unwelcoming. Definitely not a place I'd return to. read more

Came back for the jook because it was that good. Last time I tried shrimp jook, this time chicken jook. The flavor of the jook is a 4 stars. That being said, I rated B star a B on Yelp (3.5 stars not 5) because the amount of rice to protein in this dish for the price $21 is a bit ridiculous. With the price of the food here, and the additional SF mandatory fee, the portion size can definitely be increased. Also tried the salmon benedict, and the curry deviled eggs. Not a fan of the curry deviled eggs (too salty) and the salmon benedict would have been better if fresh salmon not smoked. Again, not sure if they're cutting corners for ingredients vs cost, but with the price of their items, they can afford to use alternative ingredients that would taste better in the dish. read more

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Went here on a Wednesday night with a friend and there was plenty of seating. The interior was very cute and clean with very spacious seating! Service was also quick. The food on the other hand was a bitdisappointing. Food rating: 6/10 Price: 5/10 Ambiance/Service: 8/10 Overall rating: 6/10 Platha Dipper (8/10): The layered crispy flat bread came out super crispy and hot! The curry dip went incredibly well with the appetizer. Docking off points because $12 for one flatbread seems a bit much. Laksa (5/10): The shrimp and chicken were severely over cooked. The soup had an odd aftertaste and was also surprisingly bland. Crispy Duck Skin Fried Rice (4/10): Flavor had nothing special to it. The Chinese sausage listed in the ingredients list was no where to be found. The duck skin was unfortunately not crispy at all despite the name. Should have listed the dish as spicy because my low spicy tolerance friend was struggling. read more

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I was pretty excited to try out this place as it's got a pretty good reputation. Originally was trying to go to Burma Superstar (same owners down the street) but the wait was too long so I came here instead. It has a pretty casual vibe and was packed with happy people with their happy families. The Adobo Pork Katsu was not really a katsu; there wasn't really any breading, which I feel is kind of the point of katsu? But it was still nice and it's not like I regret ordering it. It came topped with a bunch of green beans and peppers so you can't really see what it looks like in the picture lol. The Burmese lamb curry was pretty standard in a good way. It's nice, warming and hearty. Got some coconut rice with it that didn't really taste of anything. I was hoping a $6 bowl of rice would be a little bit more special than what I got. The garlic noodles weren't the buttery type of garlic noodles I was expecting. It comes topped with some vegetables, fried tofu, cilantro to mask the lack of garlic flavor. It's not a bad dish at all, the tofu was really crispy and pleasant, I just don't know if "garlic noodles" is an accurate description of what the dish tasted like. There are a lot of other interesting options on the menu that I didn't try yet, like the Thai Curry Chicken Pot Pie! I want to give this place another try in the future because I feel like I must be missing something based on everyone else's experiences. read more

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This wasn't our first time here, but this will our last. Let's start with there's no service to speak of: 1. We had to wait a while before someone came to take our order. No prior acknowledgement such as "I'll be with you shortly". 2. Our drinks came quickly, followed by 2 appetizers. However, it was 30 minutes before our main dishes came. This ruins the flow of the entire dining experience. 3. The main dishes: the Miso Cod had such a strong taste of wine, it tasted bitter and sort of numbs your tongue. I can tell it wasn't fresh because it also smelled a little fishy. The Walnut Shrimp was barely cooked with at least one being half RAW. We took the rest home so we can cook it ourselves. The reason we didn't send the dish back was because the service was so slow, we didn't want to wait another 30 minutes . 4. Back to lack of service. The only time someone came to the table is to give you your food. You had to wave the server to ask for what you need. When we left, no "thank you" or "good bye" and the server was standing right there!! read more

We initially wanted to go to Burma Superstar but it seemed that the location was too booked. My friend used to frequent Clement a lot especially during her grad school days, so she knew to ask the staff if we can have a table at B Star as they are owned by the same owner. They were able to accommodate us and we were sat at a table right when we walked over. Place was very nice, well lit and had enough seats for the overflow. This is probably my first time to have Burmese food and it did not disappoint. I would even say that I may have preferred this location as it was less crowded, the staff seemed to be very attentive and was able to take our orders right away, and the prices seemed to be very reasonable! We had the laksa, basil chicken, burmese chicken salad. I don't know which dish I liked the best but I would have to say it would probably be the tasty Laksa. The soup was thick but not too overwhelming. Next would be the Burmese chicken, I really liked the mix of mangoes and other tasty leaves. I will definitely revisit this spot, hoping to be able to arrive early enough to try it's sister company, Burma Superstar, to try the difference. But again, if Burma Superstar is full, I believe the menu is quite similar here and you'll get your money's worth for sure! read more

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Came during restaurant week and lunch was a steal! We came right before closing and they were kind enough to seat us anyways. We got an appetizer, entree, and a drink for I think $25? The portions were a bit smaller, but was still more than enough for us. I got the coffee, tea leaf salad, and lamb curry. My bf got the filipino breakfast and roti. Unfortunately, the roti wasn't super crispy and seemed more limp and oily. It still tasted great with the curry but we were a bit disappointed. The tea leaf salad was great, but had a lot of ginger which I feel isn't typically there. The entrees were delicious though. The lamb was tender and curry was flavorful. The filipino breakfast was so tasty and flavorful. Would come again on a normal day! read more

B Star - Lamb Curry and Filipino breakfast with tocino - Burmese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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B Star not to be confused (but actually purposely so) with Burma Superstar. Sister restaurant but like different food but like very similar? Yeah I'm perplexed. But hey, what's not to be confused is that this place is actually good too. Burma superstar is the better of the two. But certainly you can't sleep on this one too. Tea leaf salad is one of the most flavorful salads I've ever had. It actually had me thinking that I liked vegetables for a minute. Very unique and special salad. No brainer. Coconut rice is outrageous. Like I would just eat this stuff straight. It's a feature in itself. Another very unique offering. The sticky finger pork rib-lets were just okay. Don't freak out about that. All in all B star stands as a pretty solid restaurant but Burma Superstar is the superstar here. (4.1 Stars) read more

B Star - Sticky Finger Pork Riblettes - Burmese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Garlic crab noodles are a scam, 30 bucks for a child's portion with a slither of crab

amazing food on a street of phenomenal restaurants! i got the chicken jook which was a comforting delicious bowl of porridge. it came with chinese donut which was not super traditional (less oily/fried texture and more bready). however, the flavors of the porridge were top notch! yummy garlic, sesame seeds, asparagus, and mushroom complemented it perfectly. i also tried a bite of the vegan curry noodles and they were also delectable. i'm putting 4 stars because we waited an incredibly long time to be seated when there were multiple tables available. the servers seemed short staffed and stressed, but they were unfortunately not doing a good job at keeping up with online orders and maintaining the queue. otherwise, i would highly recommend. the ambiance is casual and there's some modern and nice artwork inside! i would definitely go back. read more

B Star - chicken jook - Burmese Near Me - San Francisco, California

I really wanted to like this place, because it's the trendier, more accessible sister restaurant to Burmese Superstar, but I'm just a sucker for traditional cooking vs. fusion. B Star's menu had it all: Malaysian, Thai, Chinese, Japanese influences, so go if you're into that. Otherwise, I would say the lines at Burmese Superstar are worth it. read more

B Star - Laksa - Burmese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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We went here because Burma Superstar (literally a block away) was too packed, and we saw that this place had a similar menu. This place has the same owners I think but feels way more casual than the other Burma locations. The Platha dip was fire as usual -- it's my go to at any of the Burma spots! Sadly the tea leaf salad was not as good as I remembered and came pre mixed. The miso cod with garlic ginger noodles was very tender and slightly sweet which I liked! Everything else we ordered (fiery basil chicken and lamb curry) was quite salty/oily. Overall the food here feels less refined than the other spots I've been to (Burma Love and Teakwood) and more experimental/fusion. There's a good amount of seating inside and service was good & fast. read more

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I passed this place many times and decided to go in on a Sunday wasn't disappointed. The food was solid. My friend had the Filipino breakfast with the garlic rice and the Filipino sausages and it was delicious. He really enjoyed it. I had a chicken dish that was almost like a soup, but it came with egg noodles some very tasty crispy noodles egg, and it was delicious. I forgot the exact name of it, but it was very satisfying. Service was OK young girls working there doing a decent job could stand to be a little more personable, but that's OK. read more