Walk your way toward one of several amazing restaurants: Cholita Linda, which sells Latin American street food in a space decorated to make you feel like you’re on a colorful street in Peru (the asado sandwich and salad, with fried fish, are highlights); ever-popular Burma Superstar, which has a long wait and higher prices (but specialty dishes like tea leaf salad and nan gyi dok, a coconut rice noodle curry, make it worth it for special occasions); and Homeroom, a comfort-food favorite that does one thing really, really well: macaroni and cheese (and yes, you can order a side of milk with that).

If you haven’t tried Burmese cuisine yet, then you should definitely make a visit to Burma Superstar. Burmese cuisine is influenced by the spices, seasonings, ingredients, and cooking styles of India, China, Laos, and Thailand. Favorites at this restaurant include oh noh kauswer (coconut chicken noodle soup), pumpkin pork stew, and Platha and dip (homemade, multi-layered bread served with a coconut chicken curry sauce).

It’s the most intimate of the mini-empire’s many locations across the Bay, with lights that seemingly can’t turn up past 20% and just a few tables and a long bar. The food is also at its most consistent here—that tea leaf salad packs a funky punch, the platha has crisped-up edges, and the coconut rice is sweet and fluffy every time. There’s usually always a line, so prepare to wait your turn.

A popular Alameda outpost of the legendary San Francisco restaurant, Burma Superstar offers a warm, vibrant taste of Burmese cuisine in a welcoming, casual environment—making it a solid choice for families with small children. The restaurant features approachable dishes that are easy to share and adapt: for example, Coconut Chicken Noodle Soup, a comforting, mild soup with noodles, chicken, coconut milk, and familiar garnishes like hard-boiled egg and cilantro; and Platha, a layered buttery flatbread that’s simple yet satisfying and often a kid-friendly favorite. Adults and parents will love the menu options just as much, including their famous tea leaf salad.

Burma Superstar immerses diners in the world of Burmese cuisine, with dishes that skillfully blend spice and umami for a memorable taste experience. For those drawn to the communal joys of Korean dining, Ohgane KBBQ x Vons Chicken provides an authentic Korean BBQ and crispy fried chicken experience that's hard to forget. Sidestreet Pho, meanwhile, captures the essence of Vietnamese cuisine with its aromatic broths and fresh ingredients, offering an authentic slice of Vietnam.

Temescal favorite Burma Superstar pours tropical non-alcoholic coolers, like a mango-tamarind spritzer, and a highball made of jackfruit and Sprite. Nearby, trendy Tallboy shakes up concoctions based on Seedlip and Giffard non-alcoholic spirits. Also on Telegraph, acclaimed modern soul-food restaurant Burdell offers sherry and amaro-based low-alcohol cocktails as well as several zero-proof drinks.

One of my favorite local chains has a sturdy, heated parklet for outdoor seating with a barrier between you and the traffic. For kids who like plain rice (yum!) and for kids who will try new flavors, Burma Superstar is a delight.Location:1345 Park St, Alameda Website >. Related post: A go-to Alameda playground

The island is lucky to have its own Burma Superstar, a legendary eatery that got its start in San Francisco in 1992 and is consistently touted as serving some of the best food in the Bay Area. The fan-favorite tea leaf salad needs no introduction.

We continue our globetrotting tour of Oakland food with the locally famous Burmese cuisine at Burma Superstar. Burmese food is a big deal on the Bay, and Burma Superstar is no doubt the hottest spot.

Their covered parklet is a saving grace when we want to sit outside and nosh on some crave-worthy tea leaf salad, samusa soup, mohinga soup, and platha (our kid’s fave).

Burma Superstar 417 reviews Open Now Asian, Burmese $$ - $$$ “For main course, we selected Chicken fresh mint Jasmine Rice with veg curry a...” “Great food!