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My love affair with Burma Burma began in 2021. It was the first time I had visited the restaurant during my trip to Mumbai. Since then I have been to their Bangalore outlet and very recently, tried their newest outlet in Hyderabad.
Nothing much has changed. I was surprised by how they have managed to maintain their impeccable quality in every aspect — right from the flavors of the food to the service, decor & ambience.
The pure vegetarian restaurant serves authentic Burmese cuisine with a modern take. And their celebration of Burma goes beyond the food, reflecting across their interiors.
In this article, I am going to take you through the finer details of why Burma Burma has stood the test of time to remain among the top, along with my favorite things about the restaurant. Let’s begin?
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The Best Parts About Burma Burma
# Inclusive Menu
Burma Burma’s food menu is one of the most inclusive ones I have ever seen. They have separate menus to indicate Jain, vegan and gluten-free dishes, with enough options to choose from in each category.
Also, despite being 100% vegetarian, they have dishes like mock chicken and mock duck to appease the non vegetarian food lovers.
# Flawless Service
Their service has always been quick and impeccable on all our 3 visits. With a large number of serving staff who were always ready to help out, every table was paid attention to and everyone’s questions were ordered promptly.
But the highlight for me was that all staff members were well-trained regarding various dietary preferences. They didn’t end up with a blank face when I enquired about vegan dishes, unlike many other restaurants. They knew exactly what I was asking about.
# Theatrical Live Dessert Bar
Burma Burma has a live dessert counter in their Hyderabad outlet, which was a visual treat! It basically looked like an episode of MasterChef India playing out right in front of you, as their pastry chefs swiftly put together each element of the desserts artistically.
The Ambience & Interiors Of Burma Burma
The ambience of all Burma Burma restaurants is vibrant & lively. They showcase unique Burmese dolls and decor pieces, representing the country and its culture beautifully. The restaurant manages to make you feel like you have entered a miniature version of the country.
In the Hyderabad outlet, colorful replicas of Pagodas (Burmese Buddhist temples) hang from the ceiling. The vibrance extends to the furniture, with bright hues of blue, green, yellow & red neatly juxtaposed with muted shades.
Food & Drinks At Burma Burma
Burma Burma serves a large variety of Burmese noodle-based and rice-based main courses, appetizers, soups, salads and desserts, including a few international ones. For drinks, they offer bubble teas, mocktails inspired by Burmese flavors, and soothing herbal teas.
Here are all the dishes we tried in the restaurant, across various cities:
# Banana Flower Croquettes with Kokum Creme – While banana flower salad is a staple in several parts of Burma, this one felt like a more sophisticated version of the famous Bengali snack — Mochar Chop. Subtly spiced, yet wholesome in flavors, the crisp croquettes were served with a delicious dip made of coconut cream & kokum.
# Tohu Mash with Paratha – In case you’re thinking it’s just tofu, it’s not. Though similar in terms of its silky texture, Tohu (from the Shan region of Burma) is made with chickpea flour in a slightly different process. This particular dish, prepared with grated tohu, onions and tomatoes, tasted almost like a flavorful bhurji. It paired perfectly with the hot and flaky parathas.
# Creamed Corn with Paratha – I had tried the same parathas in Bangalore with a creamy corn mash cooked in coconut milk & this pairing was equally delectable.
# Mandalay Noodle Bowl – Soothing & hearty would be an understatement for this soupy coconuty noodle bowl. Very mildly spiced & topped with silky tofu & crunchy shitake mushroom fingers, the wholesome bowl was lip smacking and super filling. It was served with crunchy accompaniments such as fried onions, fried garlic chunks, diced spring onions, roasted peanuts, chillies, etc., which you can add to the soup as per your taste.
# Burma Burma “Oh No Khowseuy” – An obvious choice during my first visit to the restaurant, this is their signature dish made with a delectable coconut-based soup infused with the heavenly aroma. It is a must-try if you are visiting for the first time. You can choose between hakka, udon, whole wheat & rice noodles.
# Fried Rice with Tea Leaf – Now this is an ode to Burma’s love for tea leaves, which I was quite hesitant to try initially. But it turned out to be delicious with a unique punch.
# Apple & Hazelnut Crumble – Firstly, seeing a vegan cake on their menu itself made me silently thank them from the bottom of my heart. Then the taste & texture were the icing on the cake — moist hazelnut cake topped with caramelized vanilla apple, apple sauce, cocoa crumble & the most delicious dark chocolate mousse. I found it heavenly.
TWT Experience Summary Of Burma Burma
If you ever want to try authentic Burmese cuisine within India, Burma Burma is a must visit. It is one of those few restaurants, where I didn’t find a single negative point I could write about or a single dish that I could criticize. Everything from their coconut-based Burmese dishes, to the inclusive menu, authentic decor and impeccable service, make it one of my favorite restaurants in India.
Despite visiting thrice, I am sure I am going to visit Burma Burma again. Next time I am going to try the Grilled Sticky Rice wrapped in Banana Leaf with BBQ jackfruit filling, and the Mock Duck with Baby Potato Curry. What’s your top dish from Burma Burma? Let us know in the comments below.
Frequently Asked Questions About Burma Burma
1. Is Burma Burma a pure vegetarian restaurant?
A. Yes, Burma Burma is a 100% vegetarian restaurant with quite a few options for Vegans, Jains and patrons who follow a gluten-free diet.
2. Can you shop anything at Burma Burma?
A. Burma Burma sells a variety of teas and a few Burmese souvenirs, including dolls, that you can purchase from their outlets in different cities.
3. In which Indian cities is the restaurant Burma Burma present?
A. Burma Burma is currently present in Bangalore, Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, Gurgaon, Ahmedabad and Hyderabad. They have plans to expand to more cities soon.
4. Who is the owner of Burma Burma?
A. Burma Burma is owned by Ankit Gupta, who spent his childhood years in Burma before migrating to India, and his friend Chirag Chhajer.
Inclusivity checklist:
✅ Vegan-friendly
✅ Vegetarian
✅ Jain-friendly
✅ Gluten-free options
✅ Family-friendly
✅ Party-friendly
Prices Of A Meal for 2: INR 1800-2500
Contact & timings:
Mumbai – Kothari House, Allana Centre Lane, Opposite Mumbai University, Kala Ghoda, Fort: Ph: 9920240034; Timings: Mon – Fri : 12pm-3pm and 06:30pm-10:30pm
Sat – Sun : 12pm-3:30pm and 06:30pm-10:30pm
Delhi – S-25, Second Floor, Select CITYWALK, A-3, District Centre, Saket; Ph: 9920240588; Timings: Mon-Fri : 12:30pm-4pm and 6:30pm-10:30pm
Sat-Sun : 12:30pm-10:30pm
Bengaluru – 607, Ground Floor, 12th Main, HAL 2nd Stage, Indiranagar (&) Unit No 109, Ground Floor, Forum Rex Walk, Brigade Rd, Shanthala Nagar, Ashok Nagar; Ph: 9920240093 & 9920240092; Timings: Mon-Fri : 12pm-3pm and 6:30pm-10:30pm
Sat-Sun : 12pm-3:30pm and 6:30pm-10:30pm
Gurgaon – DLF Cyber Hub, Shop No – 6, Building No – 8, Tower – C, Ground Floor, DLF Cyber City Phase – 3; Ph: 9920240188; Timings: Mon-Fri : 12pm-3pm and 6:30pm-10:30pm
Sat-Sun : 12pm-3:30pm and 6:30pm-10:30pm
Noida – D-4208, Third Floor, DLF Mall of India, Sector 18; Ph: 9920240688; Timings: Mon-Fri : 12:00pm-4:30pm and 6:30pm-10:30pm
Sat-Sun : 12:00pm – 10:30pm
Kolkata – 18 M, Ground Floor, Stephen Court, Park Street; Ph: 9920240097; Timings: Mon – Fri : 12:30pm-4pm and 6:30pm-10:30pm
Sat – Sun : 12pm-4pm and 6:30pm-10:30pm
Ahmedabad – FF, 4th Floor, Palladium Ahmedabad, S.G. Highway, 380054, Thaltej; Ph: 9920240800; Timings: Mon – Fri :12.30 pm-3.30 pm and 7 pm-10.30 pm
Sat – Sun : 12.30 pm-4 pm and 7 pm-11 pm
Hyderabad – Ground floor, Salarpuria Sattva Knowledge City, Gate no. 3, Hitech City; Ph: 09920240500; Timings: Mon – Fri :12.00 pm-3.00 pm and 6.30 pm-10.30 pm
Sat – Sun : 12.30 pm-3.30 pm and 6.30 pm-10.30 pm
Website: https://www.burmaburma.in/index.php
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2 thoughts on “Burma Burma: One Of India’s Best Restaurants Serving Burmese Food”
Very good review. Well written. Will plan to visit soon.
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