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    4.0 (2.2k reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 8:30 PM
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Happy hour specials

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    Duck skin fried rice
    Lilian C.

    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!

    Jack R.

    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.

    "Asian Beef Wraps"
    Maria W.

    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.

    Tea leaf salad, croquettes, b sprouts
    Amy X.

    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.

    Grilled pork platter
    Priyanka S.

    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!

    Tea Leaf Salad (L)
    T W.

    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.

    Michael W.

    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

    Miso Cod
    Tiffany C.

    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.

    Laksa
    Allison W.

    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.

    Laksa pre-mixing
    Jason X.

    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.

    rosita t.

    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.

    Coconut Rice
    Isha P.

    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.

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    One of my favorite Burmese spots in the city because it's a good date atmosphere and they take reservations. Plus the food is really good.

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    Burma Superstar

    Burma Superstar

    4.2
    (7.9k reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    Discounts available

    It's been a while since the last time we've come to Burma Superstar, but we saw the restaurant week…read moremenu and decided it was about time to come back! This time it was a $90 set with 2 drinks, 2 servings of rice of your choice, a trio of their salads, and 2 entrees - honestly a great deal and I think the waitstaff mentioned it's about a $150 value, which I completely believe. Our party of 4 arrived around 8:15, and waited about 15 minutes to get seated - definitely try to join the ahead of time because they saved us! It's cozy, clean and well decorated inside, and though the tables are a little close you have plenty of space and it's not too loud for conversations. We got two sets of the $90 menu - which was probably a mistake since we were stuffed and had plenty of leftovers. Drinks: we got 4 different drinks - the mango Lassi, spiced sunset, nanda breeze and burma cooler. All of these were excellent, refreshing and great for balancing the strong flavors of the entrees! Rice: we always get the coconut rice, so this time we opted for 2 scoops of coconut rice and 2 scoops of the burmese fried rice - the fried rice was tasty but not as fragrant as the coconut rice so we'll probably stick to that in the future Salad trio: this included the iconic tea leaf salad, along with the pea shoot salad, and superstar noodle salad. The pea shoot salad was a surprising favorite, and I'd even consider getting that over the tea leaf salad in the future! The noodle salad was pretty filling but tasty - maybe good if you're not planning to get a bunch of entrees On to the entrees: these are all super flavorful, umami, and can get a little heavy if you don't balance it out with the rice and salads. We got the pazun kyaw (chili prawns), nga phel hin (a sort of fish patty in tomato curry sauce with fresh cucumber slices), chili lamb, and basil chili pork belly. The chili lamb was a standout - super tender, flavorful and our overall favorite. The basil chili pork belly is a close second, but a bit oilier and heavier. The nga phel hin was tasty but a little too heavy /salty - slightly helped by the cucumber but there were only 4 slices with the dish. The chili prawns had great flavor but unfortunately were a little overcooked. Overall, this was an excellent meal! Burma Superstar never fails to be a great place for a large, flavorful family style dinner. I'm glad we got to try multiple new things from the menu through the restaurant week offer, and I'll be able to switch up my typical order in the future based on what we tried this time!

    I was so disappointed in the food! This place used to be great but even the tea leaf salad was…read moremediocre! The mango tofu was just ok. The vegetarian sumusa soup was still good but not a ten. The service, however, was great and the stars are for that alone.

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    Chili Lamb ($16.75).
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    Burma Love

    4.2
    (675 reviews)
    2.9 mi
    $$

    Recommended to try this place. The menu is pretty simple which I liked. Tried out the wok-tossed…read morechili chicken, mango chicken, kebat chicken, and the fiery chicken with a side of jasmine & coconut rice. The wok-tossed chili chicken was not spicy for my taste, but I enjoyed the rich spice flavoring it had to it. The mango chicken, kebat chicken, and fiery chicken were ordered by the party I was with. The dishes were all super flavorful and the chicken was tender. The service was very welcoming, and I appreciated our hostess for checking in on us without hovering over us as we dined in. This is a must try place in SF. I will definitely be coming back.

    The surrounding location outside the restaurant is a bit sketch but the restaurant itself is very…read morebeautiful. The decor is amazing and the plating, chairs, and tables are very appealing. We had good service. It was a weekday lunch so not too busy. Our server was very personable and nice. We got our food on time, and it was really pretty. The food itself unfortunately did not have a wow factor. It was ok but not something I would personally get again or go out of my way to get. I came with a friend and I got the lamb kebat lunch special. She got the lamb curry lunch special. The lamb kebat was seasoned good but it felt slightly oily and not as savory as I expected. The lamb itself was a bit gummy and I did not like the texture. The coconut rice was AMAZING! It had a deep coconut flavor that I loved and it went well with the kebat. The tea salad was good but not something I would get again. I'm surprised that this is their most popular item. Maybe I'm not a salad guy. The dressing itself just felt like oil so the salad felt a little oily. Interestingly enough, I happened to have some hot honey from Outta sight pizza and decided to drizzle some over the salad to see how it would taste. It ended up being much more palatable and I finished the salad. Perhaps it would benefit from having some sweetness to enhance the meal. Overall it was an ok experience. Like I said, I would not go out of my way to come back and if someone suggested this place to me, I would hope to try somewhere else. Maybe I chose the wrong items but I'm not too keen on exploring anything else.

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