Yoma Burmese Foods 5 North Beacon Street, Boston, MA 02134

"You’ve probably never said, “Let’s get Burmese!” Yoma is testament to why. I had a small portion (half of what I typically eat) of cheap udon noodles in a flavorless sauce with a couple scraps of chicken and minimal toppings, for about twice what I’d think is a fair price. I got Mandalay Chicken Noodle for $14.25. I tried my friend’s “traditional” Pickled Tea Salad appetizer for $12.85, and it tasted and was textured like a basic salad from Subway. It also was a tiny portion for an entree price. The waiter was nice besides never refilling water, and the atmosphere was cute enough for a casual place. They also have a little Burmese market shelf in the middle of the restaurant."

"I decided to try this Burmese restaurant bcuz the reviews spoke quite highly of it. So I chose the Pickled Tea Salad & went with the vegetarian Rainbow Noodles and not the “chicken” bcuz of a “gut feeling” that it was NOT Halal, ..but I could be wrong. (Do your own due diligence please!) The Pickled Tea Salad was really good! A new pleasant taste with lots of fresh veggies. The crunchy peanuts in the mix was perfect. The Rainbow Noodles, look so colourful, especially inviting, and a mix of 3 different noodles and fresh vegetables, also with crunchy peanuts & a mild punch of spice. I was instructed to mix well first before you eat. It’s a new flavour, interesting, and definitely had Thai vibes.. and quite filling! I enjoyed it but I’m not sure I’d actually come back to try again. If you’re looking for a new place to try, then definitely go! Vegetarians will enjoy the selections. But it was a meh mediocre food experience for me."

"While this restaurant is a little unorthodox, you’re missing out if you’ve never eaten here. The pickled tea salad is truly special and scrumptious. The fresh, lime-enhanced flavor and crunchy texture make it a rich dining experience. The pumpkin chicken curry is also delightful. All the food is light and healthy while still being packed with flavor. On top of that, it’s reasonably priced! The service takes a little getting used to. I believe they recently transitioned from counter service to wait service and are still getting the hang of it. Also, the space feels more like a cafe than a restaurant due to the assemblage of tasty Burmese ingredients for sale right in the middle of it all. However, I assure you this is one of the best restaurants on the block, and it’s your loss if you walk by without having a taste…"

"Went on a Saturday afternoon, and it was empty. The interior has a lot of cultural decorations. They also have a mini shop selling merch and some ingredients for their dishes. Our server was friendly, and the food was brought out in waves, in a reasonable amount of time. - Pickled Tea Salad ($12.85): Had to get this because it is one of their signature dishes. It was a bit too salty, but I enjoyed it overall, especially the crunchiness of the nuts. However, the price is expensive relative to the preparation effort (also considering that you can buy the ingredients from their in-store shop for cheaper). - Chicken Plata ($9.75): The flatbread was very good. It was kind of like a thinner scallion pancake. The curry was also pretty good. - Coconut Chicken Noodle Soup ($14.25): The broth was creamy with a deep coconut flavor. The noodles were soft and had a starchy aftertaste. The chicken was overly salted and not plentiful, and the egg was just there. - Golden Chicken Noodles ($14.25): This was basically a brothless version of the Coconut Chicken Noodle Soup. - Rainbow Chicken Noodles ($14.25): This was a unanimous favorite of the noodle dishes. The sauce was slightly sweet with a subtle kick. My friend also paid an extra $2 for a chicken fritter. I did not try it, but she said it was crispy and good. - Rangoon Iced Tea ($4.99): I did not try this either, but my friend liked it—said it tasted like Hong Kong milk tea. They sell the powder for this in their in-store shop as well. Overall, the food was pretty good but didn't quite live up to my expectations after all of the hype that I had heard. I also feel like the prices could be cheaper. However, Yoma is still worth checking out if you're in the area!"