Welcome to Burma Superstar, a trusted Burmese restaurant in Telegraph Ave, 4721 Telegraph Ave, where great food and warm service come together. With a 4.50-star rating from 619 reviews, we’re proud to offer a memorable dining experience featuring Fast service, Great cocktails, Serves local specialty, Lunch, Dinner.
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Frequently ordered and highly recommended items at Burma Superstar
Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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A glimpse of our restaurant experience
Food & Drinks
Broccoli florets stir-fried with rice wine, garlic, and a pinch of salt. Topped with fried onions. A simple and delicious side. (Gluten Free, Vegan)
Burmese-style red curry with tender eggplant and jalapeños. (Gluten Free, Vegan)
Tofu wok-tossed with mangoes, onions, oyster sauce, Thai basil, and Sichuan chilis. (Gluten Free, Contains Oyster Sauce)
Lightly battered tofu cubes tossed with sesame seeds in a sweet, tangy sauce, topped with scallions. (Gluten Free, Vegan)
Tender eggplant sautéed with a garlic & chili sauce, topped with scallions. (Gluten Free, Vegan)
Traditional Burmese curried stir-fry of tofu, onion, tomato, chayote, carrot, mint, turmeric, jalapeño, and cilantro. (Gluten Free, Vegan)
Young tender snow pea leaves stir-fried with rice wine and garlic. Topped with fried minced garlic. Pairs well with any of our entrées. (Gluten Free, Vegan)
Tofu with basil, string beans, red bell pepper. (Gluten Free, Contains Oyster Sauce)
Sichuan-style string beans wok-tossed with a garlic and chili sauce. (Gluten Free, Vegan)
Red curry sauce with Hodo Soy Organic Tofu, tomatoes, eggplant, potato, carrot, broccoli, chayote, string beans, mint, cilantro, and jalapeños. (Gluten Free, Vegan)
Wok-tossed beef or lamb with tofu, red bell peppers, oyster sauce and Thai basil in our five spice “sweet heat” sauce. (Gluten Free)
Our signature red curry in your choice of Angus beef or grass-fed lamb. (Gluten Free. Lamb Curry contains Dairy)
Wok-tossed beef or lamb with Sichuan chilies, onions, rice wine, and Thai basil. (Gluten Free)
Traditional Burmese stir-fry of beef or lamb with onions, tomatoes, green chilies, turmeric, mint, and cilantro. (Gluten Free)
Lightly battered strips of beef tossed with sesame seeds in a sweet, tangy sauce and topped with scallions. (Gluten Free)
Sizzling shrimp with garlic, ginger, turmeric, lime and chilies. (Gluten Free)
Known as “thousand layer bread” for its crispy, chewy, buttery layers. Lovingly handmade. Served with a coconut chicken curry dip.
Lightly battered and fried, served with jalapeños and scallions.
NEW! Three handmade pastries filled with curried potatoes, mint, and masala spices. Stuffed with green peas, chicken or lamb. Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, served with our spicy & tangy house red sauce.
Our homemade tofu made from roasted yellow beans. Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, drizzled with a sweet and spicy soy dressing. (Vegan, Contains Soy)
This Burmese classic is one of the most popular comfort foods in Myanmar, found in restaurants and foods stalls throughout the country. Chicken slow-cooked with coconut milk, turmeric, onions and garlic. Garnished with flour noodles, cilantro, fresh onions, hard-boiled egg, chili and lemon. (Upon Request: Gluten Free)
(Catfish Chowder Noodle Soup) “The national dish of Burma,” Mohinga is a thick, slow-cooked soup of ground catfish, onion, garlic, ginger, turmeric, lemongrass, and fish sauce. Garnished with cilantro, fresh onions, hard-boiled egg, fried split pea fritter and lemon. Not for timid taste buds! (Gluten Free)
Drawing influence from Indian cuisine, Samusa Soup is a hearty Burmese soup in a tangy tamarind broth that combines vegetarian samusas, falafels, lentils, cabbage, onions and garlic. (Vegan)
Wok-tossed chicken cooked with mango, onions, and chili with fresh mango. (Gluten Free)
Battered chicken chunks tossed in a sweet & spicy garlic-chili sauce.
Our specialty red curry with chicken thighs, chickpeas, pickled mango, and potatoes. (Gluten Free)
Wok-tossed chicken with sliced onion, jalapeño, mint leaves, tamarind and turmeric. (Gluten Free)
A rich, homey stew of chicken thighs, tender kabocha squash, ginger, turmeric, onions, and garlic. (Gluten Free)
Street food found at the border between Myanmar and Thailand. Minced chicken sautéed with diced jalapeños, mint leaves, cloves of garlic, and cilantro.
Wok-tossed chicken with tofu, string beans, red bell peppers, oyster sauce and Thai basil in our five spice “sweet heat” sauce. (Gluten Free)
Wok-tossed chicken cooked with lemongrass, bell peppers, basil, garlic, and sweet peas served in light chili sauce. (Gluten Free)
Chicken thighs simmered in an aromatic stew of coconut milk, turmeric, Thai basil, string beans, and chili. (Gluten Free)
Lightly battered strips of chicken tossed with sesame seeds in a sweet & tangy sauce and topped with scallions. (Gluten Free)
Lightly battered, fried, and wok-tossed with a sweet cream sauce. Topped with roasted candied walnuts, sesame seeds, and cilantro sprigs. (Contains dairy)
Our specialty red curry with Shrimp
Shrimp and onions wok-tossed with a sweet soy & chili garlic glaze. (Gluten Free)
Traditional, bone-in chunks of crispy catfish, tossed in fried garlic, fried onions and chili flakes. (Gluten Free)
Our specialty red curry with bone-in catfish.
Wok-tossed shrimp with mangoes, onions, oyster sauce, Thai basil and Sichuan chilies. (Gluten Free)
Wok tossed with garlic-infused oil with jalapeños, onions and topped with fried garlic chips. Perfect for our garlic lovers. (Gluten Free)
A sweet, refreshing salad of tart, pickled mangoes, shredded cabbage, fried onions, roasted chickpea flour and cucumbers. (Gluten Free, Vegan)
This salad boasts 22 ingredients including noodles, tofu, green papaya, tomato, jalapeño, fried garlic and onion, potato, cabbage, roasted chickpea flour, cilantro, and wonton strips all tossed with our special tamarind vinaigrette. (Upon Request: Gluten Free, Vegan)
This hearty salad combines chopped vegetarian samusas, falafel, potato, cabbage, cucumber, mint, roasted chickpea flour, onion and cilantro. A staff favorite. (Vegan)
Featured in Sunset Magazine as the “Best Salad in the West”! Tea leaf salad is enjoyed by Burmese people throughout Myanmar. Our version combines the fermented tea leaf (laphet) with fresh romaine lettuce, cabbage, tomato, jalapeño, crunchy peanuts and seeds, ground sun-dried shrimp, fresh lemon juice and fish sauce. (Gluten Free, Upon Request: Vegan)
Salad of cabbage, chopped chicken breast, fried onions, cilantro, lettuce, fried garlic, roasted chickpea flour and tamarind dressing. (Gluten Free)
An invigorating salad of organic pickled ginger, cabbage, lettuce, fried garlic, sesame seeds, crunchy split yellow peas, and peanuts. (Gluten Free, Vegan)
Traditional Burmese flour noodles mixed with potatoes, cucumbers, tofu, chili sauce, cabbage and cilantro. Served cold. (Vegetarian, Upon Request: Gluten Free)
Rice noodles in a spicy tomato sauce mixed with pickled mustard greens, ground peanuts, fresh cilantro and fried tofu or chicken. Regional cuisine from Eastern Myanmar’s Shan State. (Gluten Free, Vegan)
A Chinese influenced dish sold from pushcarts throughout Burma. Egg noodles with fried garlic, sprinkled with scallions, fresh onions, cucumbers and our house sweet and spicy sauce. (Upon Request: Gluten Free)
Wok-tossed brown rice, egg, carrot, string beans, garlic and choice of protein. (Gluten Free)(Vegetarian upon request)
Wok tossed rice noodles in a sweet and spicy tangy sauce with tender pea shoots, red bell peppers, scrambled egg, shredded cabbage and crushed peanuts. Contains fish sauce. Please allow 15-20 minutes for preparation. (Gluten Free)
Flour noodles with coconut chicken curry, roasted chickpea flour, hard-boiled egg, cabbage, wontons, turmeric, chili and fried onions. (Upon Request: Gluten Free)
Slow brewed Burmese-styled black tea served with condensed and evaporated milk. Served chilled.
Made with Coco June Coconut Vegan Yogurt.
Freshly squeezed ginger juice with a splash of lemon juice served in a 2 ounce glass bottle.
Coca-Cola Original Taste — the crisp, refreshing taste you know and love
Enjoy the great taste of Coca-Cola with zero sugar, zero calories
Our signature red curry with tender pork, pickled mango and potatoes.
Tender pork belly tossed with pickled mustard greens, Thai chilies and ginger. A Burma Superstar family recipe - spicy, sour, sweet and savory. (Upon Request: Gluten Free)
A rich and homey stew of kabocha squash, tender pork, ginger, turmeric, onions and garlic.
Tender pork belly tossed with garlic, ginger, Thai chilies, soy sauce, rice wine and green onions. (Upon Request: Gluten Free)
Buttery, mulit-layered, pan-fried bread cut into individual pieces.
Jasmine rice cooked in coconut milk (Gluten Free, Vegan)
Steamed jasmine rice (Gluten Free, Vegan)
House-made chili paste with deep, aromatic heat and a rich, savory finish.
Steamed brown rice (Gluten Free, Vegan)
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Fish sauce is the key ingredient to Southeast Asian cooking. A tiny dash imparts depth and deepens flavors in any dish. Our fish sauce is 100% natural and made from wild-caught anchovies and natural sea salt from the Gulf of Thailand.
Our Golden Crispy Garlic Chips are a savory addition to enhance the flavors of any salad, soup, pasta, or your favorite rice dish. This crunchy and flavorful garnish can also be eaten as a snack. Enjoy the flavor and texture our garlic chips have to offer.
Our Burmese Crunchy Mix is a medley of roasted peanuts, garlic chips, chickpeas, sunflower seeds and sesame seeds that can be used to top salads made with our range of Fermented Tea Leaf Dressings, or any dish requiring a nutty, rich garnish.
The Burma Love Fermented Tea Leaf Salad Kit contains one tub of Fermented Tea Leaf dressing and one tub of Burmese Crunchy Mix to make up to four servings of our tea leaf salad recipe. Just add crisp fresh romaine lettuce, fresh tomatoes, fresh jalapeños and lemon juice to enjoy the original 'Recipe of Burma Superstar'.
From the beloved San Francisco restaurant, a mouthwatering collection of recipes, including Fiery Tofu, Garlic Noodles, the legendary Tea Leaf Salad, and many more.
The Burma Love Fermented Tea Leaf Salad Kit contains one tub of Fermented Tea Leaf dressing and one tub of Burmese Crunchy Mix to make up to four servings of our tea leaf salad recipe. Just add crisp fresh romaine lettuce, fresh tomatoes, fresh jalapeños and lemon juice to enjoy the original 'Recipe of Burma Superstar'.
The Burma Love Fermented Tea Leaf Salad Kit contains one tub of Fermented Tea Leaf dressing and one tub of Burmese Crunchy Mix to make up to four servings of our tea leaf salad recipe. Just add crisp fresh romaine lettuce, fresh tomatoes, fresh jalapeños and lemon juice to enjoy the original 'Recipe of Burma Superstar'.
Hear from our valued guests
Excellent lunch special. Coconut chicken noodle soup. Large portion. Lot of complexity to the dish
Really enjoyed this spot! We tried the tea leaf salad, nan gyi dok, mango chicken, and the spicy crispy chicken. Everything was solid, but the mango chicken was definitely the best: sweet, tangy, and full of flavor. If I had to pick anything, it would be the Mango chicken with the coconut rice! We sat inside, but they’ve got a nice outdoor seating area too if the weather’s good. great place to try Burmese food if you’re in the area.
From the moment I arrived, I could tell this was a special place. The smell of the food was inviting, and the waiter called us inside with a smile and happy greetings. The drinks (ginger lemonade and Thai ice tea) and appetizer ( platta and dip) had so many flavors. My girlfriend and I sat there trying to figure out how they could make this dish have so many great flavors on one plate. Then we moved on to coconut rice with pumpkin chicken stew. My taste buds went into overdrive, and I could not stop eating this meal until I was stuffed. It is such a pleasure to eat here in clean and attractive surroundings. I found the building's interior architecture interesting. The waiter came by several times to check on us and attend to our needs while offering suggestions and delivering our meals timely and hot. I'll be back here as soon as I can.
The Oakland location has lots of available parking on the street in close proximity to the restaurant, especially if you go at 11:30 for lunch. You will get a strong whiff of all those seasonings cooking as you approach, in my book this always means good food will follow. They have a nice area for outside seating, but be careful of the bike lane, make sure you look before you cross into the restaurant or you might walk right into a 10 speed! The staff was very accommodating to my cousin with a wheelchair, they easily moved seating to ensure she had adequate space and was comfortable. I didn’t need to taste the food after this display of kindness, I knew I was in good culinary hands! The bathrooms are clean with a hint of cleaning product in the air, they are also spacious and pleasant even though they are unisex because I am not a fan of sharing restrooms with men. So yes, it is safe to use the bathroom here! The decor of the space has a family friendly feeling, with artwork that reminds you a trip to Burma should be on your travel bucket list! The menu has several selections but it’s not overwhelming, and accommodates all preferred diets. Vegetarians, and vegans this is a haven for you, lots of fruits and vegetables in these dishes, so please don’t shy away! I like restaurants that take a break between lunch and dinner, they usually do an extra bit of cleaning in my opinion. They close for lunch at 2:30 and open for dinner at 5pm during the week. This place gets packed, so plan to go early, and they only take reservations for parties of 8 or more! The food is eye appealing, you can taste the dish before you have your first bite, I love a beautifully displayed plate! If you find yourself in Oakland, I highly recommend grabbing a meal at Burma Superstar, have the Tea Leaf Salad, Egg Curry With Okra, and Coconut Rice. Sip a hot Fresh Ginger Honey Tea, while you enjoy the loving energy and artwork that make the setting as unique as the food! Unnerved Travele
My friend made a reservation for outside on a cold Monday evening in December. Thankfully, the staff were able to find us a spot at the bar where it was much warmer. The bartender and our server were both delightful and took great care of us. They gave us great recommendations. We got the tea leaf salad - a must at any Burmese restaurant - and this one did not disappoint! We also ordered the chicken curry plus green beans and the mango chicken. I preferred the curry. All of the drinks sounded delicious, but neither of us drinks alcohol. Instead, my friend had a really nice hot ginger tea.
In town for a work trip. Burma Superstar was highly recommended by a couple chef friends. It was AWESOME! We had a group of nine so we ordered family style. Tea leaf salad is a great starter. Curry noodle soup was so good, we ordered a second one. Spicy green beans and the eggplant dish were both amazing. Definitely make sure to get an order of the pork belly entree. Well done Burma Superstar!!
Wow! Each dish has so many layer of flavors. I had the somusas, the spicy tofu, and coconut rice, and tried the chicken mango salad. The spicy tofu I requested mild and it was superb. The aromas and flavors were incredible. Will come again. Thank you Kathy for your suggestions.
Amazing menu, delicious drinks including non-alcoholic cocktails! The food was delicious and a great introduction for me to Burmese food! Definitely want to come again. I came on a Monday for lunch and easily got a table, though the restaurant is relatively small and quickly filled up. I only tried lunch specials, one of which was a creamy catfish soup. I've never had anything like it yet I found it comforting and familiar. Would recommend if you like chowders.
Great service, wonderful atmosphere, and fantastic dishes. After dining for a business lunch meeting, returned for dinner a few weeks later. Excellent quality, everything is fresh and well prepared. Kathy is amazing! Exceptional service, was lucky enough to see her both visits.
The standout dishes for me were the wok tossed chilli beef and the tea leaf salad. The fried calamaris were alright. One thing to note: the spice level is definitely hotter than expected. If you’re sensitive to heat, choose carefully and don’t hesitate to ask the servers for guidance—they’re friendly, knowledgeable, and more than willing to help steer you in the right direction. Prices are slightly on the pricey side, especially for a casual meal, but the quality of ingredients and the obvious care in preparation make it feel justified. Overall, it’s a fantastic spot for anyone looking to explore bold, beautifully crafted Burmese cuisine.
Common questions about Burma Superstar
Burma Superstar is located at 4721 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, CA 94609, United States , Telegraph Ave, 4721 Telegraph Ave, United States.
You can reach Burma Superstar by calling +1 510-652-2900.
Burma Superstar has a rating of 4.5 out of 5 based on 619 customer reviews.
Burma Superstar features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Burma Superstar features the following service options: Outdoor seating, No-contact delivery, Delivery, On-site services, Takeaway, Dine-in.
Burma Superstar features the following highlights: Fast service, Great cocktails, Serves local specialty.
Burma Superstar features the following popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining.
Burma Superstar features the following offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Comfort food, Happy-hour drinks, Happy-hour food, Healthy options, Small plates, Spirits, Vegan options, Vegetarian options, Wine.
Burma Superstar features the following dining options: Lunch, Dinner, Catering, Dessert, Seating, Table service.
Burma Superstar features the following amenities: Bar on site, Restroom.
Burma Superstar features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy, Trendy.
Burma Superstar features the following crowd: Family friendly, Groups, LGBTQ+ friendly, Tourists, Transgender safe space.
Burma Superstar features the following planning: Dinner reservations recommended, Accepts reservations, Usually a wait.
Burma Superstar features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
Burma Superstar features the following parking: Free street parking, Paid street parking, Somewhat difficult to find a space.
Burma Superstar features the following pets: Dogs allowed outside.
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