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    Chef Burma

    4.6 (363 reviews)
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    Mango shrimp w/coconut rice
    Trang D.

    Burmese food is so hard to find around here, and Chef Burma completely exceeded my expectations. I will definitely be back with more friends so we can try the rest of the menu. First of all, the cocktails are deliciously satisfying. It's not easy to find a restaurant with amazing cocktails and food. Tea Leaf Salad: This is now my favorite salad of all time. I never thought I would say that about a salad with no meat, but the flavors and textures are incredible. I honestly need to learn how to make this myself at home. The garlic chips really seals the deal here. Chicken Curry Dip: The pastry was so buttery and flaky. The curry was deeply flavorful, and the chicken thigh inside was wonderfully tender. Mango Shrimp with Coconut Rice: Oh my goodness, the rice was so fragrant. The shrimp was packed with flavor without being overly sweet. Tip: Make sure to ask for the hot sauce if you like spice. It is actually spicy, which is a rare compliment coming from me!

    Black Pepper Beef
    Brigitte M.

    Tea leaf salad and service were amazing! First time having Burmese food, and it was pretty good. Our waitress was so helpful from the get go. Wish I got her name, but she was amazing, provided so many solid recommendations and was attentive. We said we loved spice and she brought out this killer sauce, which had a great kick. Tea leaf salad was amazing. Loved all the texture and crunch throughout the salad, and the dressing was light and bright. We got one lamb and one beef dish, one black pepper and the other basil chili. I'm not the biggest fan of stir-fry style dishes, due to the meat being more boiled texture but the flavors were great. Would definitely want to try a curry next time.

    Coconut Rice
    Jerry H.

    Food was great, as always. We were glad to get the special order, garlic okra, cooked in the style of garlic broccoli. (my favorite!) We also tried the salt and pepper calamari appetizer for the first time. The calamari tasted really fresh and delicious, but I thought the breading was too thick and destroyed some of the flavor. My kid's favorite is the Platha with chicken coconut curry. An excellent dish with coconut curry that actually tastes better than all of the curry dishes, in our opinion.

    Tea Leaf Salad
    Jen-Ann L.

    Of course, the iconic tea leaf salad is a must-order, especially if you've have never had it before. Overall, I think this is a nice diffusion of Indian and Chinese food, leaning more towards the Chinese side. They serve plenty of noodle and rice dishes, and are generally very flavorful. We ordered the dry lamb curry over rice and it was very good. The lamb was cooked perfectly. Our friends also ordered the mint chicken dish that looked and smelled amazing as well. I ordered their Burmese tea, which was very similar to a milk tea, but had slightly more tea flavor as well as sweetener. The staff here are very patient and the food came quickly. The ambience of the restaurant is generally pretty clean and modern.

    Plantha and chicken curry
    Ralph K.

    Burma Superstar in the Bay Area has always been our gold standard for Burmese food, but this place just dethroned the undisputed heavyweight champ of NorCal. The adult beverage lineup is great, and you can't go wrong kicking things off with the tea leaf salad alongside the plantha and chicken curry dip. Don't sleep on the eggplant curry, either--even if you aren't typically an eggplant fan, the depth and complexity of the spices will completely win you over. For the mains, the chili beef dialed up to heat level 4 hits the absolute sweet spot, especially spooned over rich coconut rice to balance the fiery kick with a little sweetness. We wrapped things up with the sesame chicken paired with a side of their house Thai chili pepper sauce, which brought just the right amount of bright heat to cut through the richness. Outstanding from start to finish. Definitely a new favorite spot!

    Lemon and Paprika Chicken
    Jesus G.

    We started with an order of the samusa and the platha with coconut chicken curry dip. The curry dip was phenomenal - rich, flavorful, balanced, with a strong curry flavor beautifully canvassed in the platha. Possibly one of the best yellow curries I've had. The samusa were delightfully crunchy without being oily, and the filling was generously spiced, perfectly fluffy, could not have asked for better. For our entrees we tried the lemon and paprika chicken, the nan gyi thok with rice noodles, and the wok fried spicy noodles. The nan gyi thok was good but the curry sauce in the noodles did not have the same complexity of the curry dip so comparatively it just did not have the same depth of flavor. They also use the cilantro stems in the dish which have a stronger cilantro flavor and as someone who does not love cilantro, it took away from the overall flavors of the dish. The lemon and paprika chicken was good although the tomatoes added a slight wateriness that I was not a fan of. The star of the night was truly the wok fried spicy noodles. They were so truly delicious, not particularly spicy, and so good I forgot to photograph them. It's the dish I would recommend along with the coconut chicken curry that came with the platha. Overall a great experience. They have a nice drink menu, and both of the drinks that we got were delicious!

    Tanlines & Tea Leaves
    Judy H.

    Came in on a Thursday around 1pm. The restaurant is very nicely decorated. Our server was very attentive. We ordered the fiery garlic tofu (medium) with a side of jasmine rice, the tea leaf salad and the coconut curry with...Plathna (?). We also ordered the coconut monsoon and tanlines and tea leaves. Wow. Never had Burmese style food before. The fiery tofu was delicious. Even though it was ordered medium, it wasn't too spicy (got the hot oil on the side to spice it up!) The hint of the basil complemented the spicy sauce (tofu was different than your usual Asian tofu) and the green beans were perfectly cooked. The coconut curry with the "bread" was delicious too!! Not spicy and slightly sweet. The "bread" was crispy on the outside and a mochi consistency on the inside-delicious! Now the tea leaf salad. It was beautifully presented and our server mixed it at the table. The crispy garlic and other "crunchies" made this salad great. Overall a great tasting meal, fresh and tasty. Would like to try some of the other dishes on the menu.

    Sherril S.

    This place earned the 5th Star because of our host Mikayla. Welcomed us with warmth and joyfully shared a little into to what to expect after asking if we had Burmese food in the past. Yes, today was our first. I'm a sucker for excellent customer service and Cafe Burma and Mikayla had me at HELLO. LOL NOTE: I DIDN'T DO ANY PRE- REVIEW UPON ARRIVING. The husband wanted a Monday Date night and who am I to say No. What we had: *Planta with Chicken Coconut Dip. This planta is a crossover of naan with Mochi like middle with the prefect crisp served with an amazing Chicken sauce. Yah...will be having this again. Hubby had most of it because I was saving my appetite for what's to come. *TeaLead Salad - Yes its a MUST. The fried seasoned garlic is the secret to why this salad hits the palate in the most perfect way. The dressing is oil based which wasn't over powering or even greasy. The peanut was tastefully done. Yes - I ate most of it. Fresh ingredients in every bite. *Chili Basil Beef - at first glance, it looked like Mongolian Beef but far from the taste. The cumin, ginger and chili flakes gave this dish the wow factor. Mind you, I dislike ginger pieces and didn't come across one piece so they must have used ginger powder which I appreciate. We all know the benefits of ginger and I feel like I got a dose of it without biting into one. *PadThai - we were warned that the Burmese way come with a hint of sweetness and this was definitely true but notoverpowering. Husband enjoyed it, me not so much. The dishes came with extra large prawns. You can tell the prawns we're seasoned first hand before getting tossed into the mix. DRINKS: Husband had the coconut monsoon (rum with coconut flakes and I had Bite Dog HAZY IPA - yum. Prime location - corner of 16th street and J, street parking. Restaurant was clean and with a bar and open kitchen concept. What I would have liked: I wish the aesthetic of the restaurant showcased the culture. Wish the dishes were served in a more traditional serving plates. My eyes eat first so I would have appreciated the extra touch but the TASTE definitely made up for it. Will definitely be back! Need to try a dessert next time. Thanks for having us Chef Burma.

    Jing L.

    Service and food were good. The flavors were on point and the chicken was tender and juicy. Lots of seating available. However, it's a bit overpriced for lunch. Otherwise, I would come back again.

    Sticky rice with mango ice cream
    Sriharsha A.

    Went here Saturday lunch with the whole family, nine people, and they handled it pretty well. We made a reservation on a short notice but they were able to accommodate. Staff had great energy the whole time, which helped because food kept trickling out over almost two hours The samusa was fine, nothing too special. The platha had a solid crunch with a soft inside, but the vegetable curry dip tasted more like lentil soup than anything else. All the appetizers came with a spicy, vinegary red sauce that tied everything together. The fried tofu was the best one though, crispy but crumbles when you bite it, and that sauce on the side made it even better. The tea leaf salad had a strong umami and sour flavor, heavy on the sesame like taste. The garlic noodles were bland on their own but worked as a base. For curries we got the lemongrass tofu, mango tofu, black pepper tofu, and burmese eggplant. The burmese eggplant was one of the best things we ordered, sweet and savory. Lemongrass tofu was the other one to get, balanced and not spicy. Mango ran sweeter, black pepper ran hotter. Skip the pineapple rice, it tasted like plain rice. The basmati biryani was great, it had flavor and held up under the curries. For dessert, we got the sticky rice with mango ice cream, warm rice, tasty ice cream, worked together well.

    Fiery Tofu with Vegetables
    Jacob M.

    Chef Burma has been on my list to try for a long time. I'd only had Burmese food once before, and while I remember enjoying it, nothing really stuck with me. The restaurant itself is very nice inside and has a great atmosphere despite being just off the busy main street. Service was excellent from start to finish. We were seated quickly, got drinks right away, and the staff went above and beyond with recommendations. We definitely needed the help because the menu is huge and honestly a little overwhelming on a first visit. We ended up ordering the tea leaf salad, wok-stirred spicy noodles with shrimp, fiery tofu with vegetables, lemongrass chicken, and two orders of rice to share among four people, which ended up being the perfect amount. The tea leaf salad was unique and delicious. It's a Burmese staple with great textures and flavors ranging from crunchy and fresh to salty and savory. Really good. The fiery tofu was another standout. It was savory, umami-packed, and had a nice char. Their style of tofu is really unique and almost meaty in texture. The noodle dish was tasty, but surprisingly lacked any spice despite being called spicy noodles. Thankfully, our awesome waitress brought out a very spicy chili paste that reminded me a lot of sambal, which really kicked it up a notch. The shrimp was also very fresh and meaty, and you could tell it was good quality. The lemongrass chicken was good as well. The chicken was incredibly tender, likely velveted, with a nice savory flavor that felt balanced and not overpowering. One detail I really appreciated was how well all the vegetables were cooked across every dish. It's something that often gets overlooked, but nobody wants undercooked or mushy vegetables, and everything here was cooked perfectly. Overall, I was very impressed with both the service and food quality. The menu is so large that I'd absolutely come back to try more dishes. That said, while everything ranged from good to very good, I wasn't completely blown away by any particular flavor. I almost wonder if I just didn't order the dishes that best fit my palate. It's hard trying a new cuisine when you have no prior experiences to compare it too. Either way, it was a great meal, great service, and a great introduction to Burmese cuisine. I'm looking forward to learning more about the food and coming back to explore the menu some more.

    What appears to be a roach nymph
    Jasmine C.

    We went to Chef Burma because my friends and I wanted to try something new. We all ordered different dishes to share, including two lamb dishes, a shrimp dish, and coconut rice. One of the first things we noticed was the open kitchen layout right next to our seating area, where you can see the cooks. Almost immediately, some of my friends felt irritation from the strong cooking aromas, especially from frying onions. Overall, the food itself was different and enjoyable, and we liked being able to share everything family-style. However, toward the end of the meal, we found what appeared to be a cockroach nymph in one of the dishes. We were very upset and had a difficult time getting our server's attention, needing to ask another staff member to help after about 10 minutes. When our server came over, she seemed embarrassed and said she would speak to the manager. She returned and said the manager would be comping one of the dishes, which felt a bit unusual given that we weren't even sure which dish the issue came from. A little later, the manager came over and asked, "So what's the problem, ladies?" When I explained what we found, she quickly responded that they "don't have roaches" and asked to see a photo. While I understand wanting to clarify the situation, the interaction felt defensive rather than apologetic. Ultimately, our entire meal was comped, which we appreciated, but the overall handling of the situation left us feeling unsettled. For context, I've had a much different experience at another restaurant where I once found a small piece of a butter wrapper in my steak. In that case, the manager immediately came over, apologized, and comped the entire meal without hesitation. That contrast made this experience feel even more surprising.

    Darci K.

    I love a fun night out, and it's extra special when friends gather for our monthly dinner. The service was exceptional. A special thank you to Angela, the manager, and to Bella our amazing server. You made our dining experience perfect. We started out with drinks and appetizers. Fried tofu- a tasty dish, but out of all of our incredible nibbles, this one was my least favorite. I would've preferred for it to have more seasoning on the tofu itself, maybe even more sauce to share. Fried chicken wings- light, not greasy, lightly seasoned, and really tasty! Samusa- like a Samosa, but with lighter flavors. Curried potatoes, with a mixture of some green beans, carrots, with a vegetarian dipping sauce. Absolutely delicious! We dined on and shared numerous entrées, which is really the way to experience a restaurant, culinary abilities! Plus, who doesn't want to try everything they possibly can with friends?! Eggplant with garlic sauce- definitely a wonderful vegetarian dish. The eggplant was perfectly made, and the garlic sauce was not overpowering, and it made each bite of eggplant sumptuous. Mango shrimp- it's one of those dishes that is so pretty that you can't wait to dig in. Large shrimp, with sautéed veggies and lots of mango sauce. I love the shrimp, I'm just not a fan of mango and shrimp together. It's definitely a dish worth trying if you enjoy both. Basil chili lamb- I always love a good lamb dish, and especially when it's as perfectly made as this one was. It wasn't game at all. The meat was tender, juicy, lightly seasoned and absolutely delicious. basil chili beef- this was equally as delicious as the lamb dish. The beef was tender, and so flavorful! Coconut rice- omg! The race was light, fluffy, and the coconut flavor was not overwhelming. It was a lovely accompaniment to the entrées, and truth be told, we all inhaled our food and especially the rice. They're literally was not an empty bowl left behind. For dessert, we all shared dessert Platha. The mango ice cream was absolutely decadent and delicious. The platha was tasty, and the fresh banana with a mango ice cream made for a perfect bite! This is a great place to enjoy Burmese food with friends, family, a date night... It's a great experience! Parking is a tad tricky, but there are plenty of parking buildings around that make it so much easier. Reservations while not necessary, are highly encouraged. The restaurant was at full capacity during our experience, and with the lovely weather that we're experiencing, dining is available predominantly inside, but they do have some small seating outside. It all fills up quickly! Heartfelt thanks again to Angie and Bella. You two are rock stars, and thank you for taking such great care of us.

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    So delicious every time! The service is good and the consistency has been great. This is a spot you'd be ashamed to never try! You must.

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    Didn't need a reservation. So many gluten free options. Entrees were large enough to share. Great food and service.

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    Recently in Sacramento for a convention and found Shaif Burma so good we went back the next day. Highly recommend the tea leaf salad.

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    Ask the Community - Chef Burma

    Is the meat zabiha halal?

    As far as I know, but you can always call just to confirm,they're extremely friendly and very professional from my experience with them.

    Is there a parking lot or just street parking?

    Hi, thanks for reaching out. It is street parking. We do have a paid parking lot across the street from the restaurant.

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    Hiso

    Hiso

    4.4(583 reviews)
    0.5 mi•Downtown
    •$$

    Cloudy early Thursday afternoon and a bit of chill in the air. Time for soup!…read more My server was very pleasant, kind, and patient in explaining the soup offerings since there were none on the menu. I opted for the sweet and sour Tom Son version. The broth was a delightful and tangy sweet and sour broth filled with mushrooms and other vegetables and shrimp, squid, and scallops. I added some rice which balanced out the sourness if the soup perfectly! The squid was a bit chewy but the shrimp and scallops were good. The cherry tomatoes - red and gold - retained their yummy flavors and added to the fullness of the broth. Overall, a very delicious bowl! My only complaint - wish the music had been a bit lower. My server checked on me frequently and was attentive to me and all of her customers. A nice place to come to warm up and feel welcomed.

    Ordered the Lao sausage and sticky rice…read more Flavors and food portion for the Lao sausage was decent but the quality here is not worth it. I was disappointed that their Lao sausage was a ratio of 50/50 meat and onions. Onions were more of a filler and that was too much onions in their Lao sausage for my personal preference or to even add chopped onions. Every bite had diced onions in it and texture was crumbly. Onions did help with keeping the sausage juicy and see why they added it in. The sticky rice I cannot speak for, did not taste like sticky rice, seems like they were cutting corners and added mochiko into their sticky rice. I will not get sticky rice here, especially if you're dipping the sticky rice into the dips.

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    Hiso - Inside

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    Hiso - Chicken and rice ( khao man gai )

    Chicken and rice ( khao man gai )

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    Saigon Oi - Ribeye Steak with red rice

    Saigon Oi

    4.4(808 reviews)
    6.0 mi
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    Saigon Oi is located in the heart of South Sac's Little Saigon district…read more Parking can be tight so what hubby did was drop us off while he circled the complex. It's a pretty popular restaurant so joining the waitlist on Yelp helps to get in the queue. When we got there, we were already on the Yelp waitlist so our wait wasn't really long. For this visit, we had the following: Dishes - Ribeye steak and Vietnamese shaking beef, Crispy Fish Sauce chicken wings both served with red rice. Drinks - Kumquat lemongrass tea and coconut coffee Their food is really good, reasonably priced. Staff were attentive and friendly, definitely provided great service. Atmosphere was lively but not loud. Simply decorated. There's a small space for waiting customers. Definitely highly recommended when you're in this area but be prepared for the wait especially on a high peak day like the weekends. August 2026

    Taste was good, service was fine, I think they were having family about 1 hour before close…read more Only bad thing was my steak was very undercooked, I asked for medium rare and it was blue. I let the waiter know and I figured they would just make a new one, but they came back with the exact steak (I've cut them as I thought it might have been just some pieces that were blue.) but it was the exact steak just thrown on the fire for longer then returned back to me. Weird choice by the chef.

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    Saigon Oi - Beautiful interior Saigon ƠI! exposed-brick wall

    Beautiful interior Saigon ƠI! exposed-brick wall

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    Kado Asian Fusion - Delicious teriyaki bowl.

    Kado Asian Fusion

    4.8(62 reviews)
    1.2 mi•Newton Booth
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    I've been to Kado several times and it's been consistent every time. The most recent visit, I tried…read morethe B.Y.O.B. (Build Your Own Bowl) with Kado Special Chicken and Teriyaki Chicken. I also had a side of Oni's breath which was their special spicy sauce. The food is always fresh and the chicken is always full of flavor! I chose to have the works which has some mixed vegetables and it included jalapeños! I chose the sriracha aioli which also added some extra flavor to the bowl. There's plenty of seating inside and some seating outside. The staff is always friendly and makes sure that you have what you need. You would order and pay first and they will bring your food out to you. I still have some other items left to try and I would definitely come back!

    Really solid affordable spot with good portions and food. Service was quick but that was probably…read morebecause we stopped by 30 minutes before closing. The interior was nice and featured a cute Studio Ghibli theme. Stopped by for the first time and tried the umami udon and a BYOB with bacon spam fried rice. Can you tell that I like katsu chicken? The katsu chicken along with the bacon spam fried rice is what you'd expect, It was delicious. The umami udon was also good, but it did get a bit heavy the more I ate. Overall I think it's a good affordable spot. I may be generous giving this place a 5/5, but I can definitely see myself coming back for some more katsu if i'm in the area. The food isn't like mind blowing, but definitely a great choice if you want something kinda quick, good, and affordable.

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    Kado Asian Fusion - The inside walk up counter before any of the patrons came in

    The inside walk up counter before any of the patrons came in

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    Chu Mai - Skewer and cha gio platter

    Chu Mai

    4.3(171 reviews)
    0.7 mi•Midtown
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    First of all Billy is such an artist wit food Second, must…read moreget a Baijiu highball! Wow We got so many things and everything was amazing Diana took great care of us and knew the menu back and forth

    I've come here twice and I just want to say service and ambiance are both 10/10! I have been super…read morepleased with the service for both my visits and my only comment would be to give all the servers a nice bonus! They really made my experience always good. Now unfortunately I did have to dock 1 star purely for the food because I would love for this restaurant to keep thriving and I would be so happy to come back again and give a higher rating! I'm a long term fan of Kru and Kodaiko so I was really excited for Chu Mai. My first time, I ordered the lobster shrimp cheong fun and this was bougie dish that I enjoyed! We also ordered the laksa pasta which was a seasonal item (unknownst to me) and even though our kind server told us it was spicy, my friend's and I were thinking we eat spicy korean food all the time, it'll be fine. It was not fine, it was really spicy BUT it was delicious. Picture 3 asian visibly sweating and going back for more while downing copious amount of water and eating the roasted cabbage as a palete/spice cleanser. I actually took some of the pasta home to share with my partner who also thought the flavor was sooo good and wanted to come here for our anniversary. I totally forgot to write a review back then, because I would have suggested an option small cup of coconut milk or broth that people can mix to make the curry less spicy. Now for our anniversary dinner, I want to restate, service was impeccable! They went above and beyond! I really enjoyed the Cà Ri Khaoi Taylor, I love me crispy potatoes! But unfortunately the Bún Riêu not only came a bit later than expected. It was also slightly undercooked so it made for a harder mouthful when I bit into the dry/raw pasta parts. Our amazing server offered to change the dish and we took the lobster dandan noodles to go since we were on a time crunch, so I didnt really eat the noodles super fresh. It was good but it didnt have the kick and enticing flavor that the laksha curry pasta had. So I mainly wanted to come here and praise the servers, but also bring up that yes the laksa pasta back! We can handle the spice!!

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    Chu Mai - Bar at Chu Mai

    Bar at Chu Mai

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    Chili eggplant

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    Origami Asian Grill - Ramen (choice of glazed pork belly & pork shoyu broth), fried chicken, and cold noodle

    Origami Asian Grill

    4.5(655 reviews)
    2.4 mi•East Sacramento
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    I found out about Origami while at Gami Burger, the owner, Paul DiPierro's other restaurant. It was…read morehighly recommended to try the fried chicken because it "is the best in town"! Well! Not one to leave a claim like that unvalidated, I had to give it a try. Since I came for chicken, I ordered the Fried Chicken, Petaluma half bird, infused maple, Szechuan peppercorn, orange and rosemary. While this is not traditional southern fried chicken, its a marvelous fusion of flavors on the moistest chicken breast I have had in a very long time! The flavor profile is so well executed that the various components surface to your senses on a seeming time-release so you taste them at different times during the bite, leaving you with a hint of orange lingering into the next bite. I'm impressed! The staff are some of the friendliest I have met at a restaurant and they are very proud of their menu offerings. A very nice young man, Sam, came to inquire how I was enjoying my meal, as if the growing pile of very clean bones were not enough. Despite him preparing to leave his shift, he took the time to tell me about the special spicy chicken coconut broth they only serve on Saturdays, and even made a special effort to bring me a sample! Let's just say, I will be back on a Saturday! The number of menu offerings is not extensive but, from the dishes I saw on other tables, the portions are generous and look quite appetizing. I guess I will have to come back soon and try them! Great job!

    You can tell the workers really enjoy the place and serving customers…read more Wild it's my first time as I really enjoyed my experience. Quick service where you have to order up front. The server was quick to guide and offer suggestions but I knew what I wanted. I ordered the rice bowl. Brown rice with the tomatoes and pork belly with the hot sauce. The food came out quick, and boy was the portion generous. The pork belly was packed with flavor though I wish there were more fatty pieces. Either way won't complain about it as it was more than enough to satisfy my hunger. The veggies were cooked nicely, seasoned well. Maybe a bit too seasoned but it didn't ruin the meal. Love the hot sauce. Nice kick. Surprisingly my group cleaned out their Orion beer. We spent a good two hours hanging out. Workers even gave us the last beer for free since we drank a lot. Since I'll be in the area more often, I think this place will become my new watering hole. I want to try their ramen and other proteins.

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    Origami Asian Grill - Inside

    Inside

    Origami Asian Grill - Rice bowl with broccoli, mushrooms and pork belly

    Rice bowl with broccoli, mushrooms and pork belly

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