Burma Bites Menu (Update 2025)
Introducing the menu of Burma Bites, a delightful fusion restaurant located in the heart of Oakland, CA, where traditional Burmese flavors collide with modern culinary innovations. This cozy chicken shop offers a range of enticing dishes, from the iconic Tea Leaf Salad to the crispy Burmese Fried Chicken Sando, perfectly layered with papaya-cucumber slaw and ginger-lemongrass aioli.
- Salads: Fresh options like the zesty Ginger Salad and vibrant Rainbow Salad ensure there’s something for every palate.
- Sandos: Highlights include the Spicy Burmese Fried Chicken Sando, combining crunchy textures with bold flavors.
- Burmaritos: Unique burritos such as the Kebat Shrimp Burrito tantalize the taste buds with wok-fired goodness.
Burma Bites invites you to savor its eclectic menu that honors Burmese street food while catering to a modern dining experience—perfect for quick meals or leisurely outdoor dining.
Burmaritos
Beef Curry Burrito
Angus beef braised in Burmese Red Curry. Served with Coconut Tea Leaf Rice, Balachaung Salsa wrapped in a flour tortilla. Side of Smoke chili aoili. [Balachaung Salsa contains shrimp.]
Coconut Chicken Curry Burrito
Chicken thigh meat braised in a coconut yellow curry. Served with Coconut Tea Leaf Rice, Balachaung Salsa wrapped in a flour tortilla. Side of Smoke chili aoili. [Balachaung Salsa contains shrimp.]
Pork Curry Burrito
Burmese style red curry braised pork shoulder. Served with Coconut Tea Leaf Rice, Balachaung Salsa wrapped in a flour tortilla. Side of Smoke chili aoili. [Balachaung Salsa contains shrimp]
Kebat Shrimp Burrito
Wok fired shrimp tossed with onions, jalapenos, tomato, cilantro, mint, lemon, tikka masala, tamarind. Served with Coconut Tea Leaf Rice, Balachaung Salsa wrapped in a flour tortilla. Side of Smoke chili aoili.
Samusa Burrito
Flaky Indian pastry, peas, spiced potato, coconut tea leaf rice, lettuce, and tomato wrapped in a spinach tortilla. Served with a cucumber mint raita [Contains Dairy].
Tea Leaf Salad
Our tea leaf (laphet) salad features a crispy mixture of nuts, beans, and garlic chips over chopped lettuce, tomatoes, and jalapenos. [Gluten Free] [Vegan Upon Request]
Ginger Salad
Romain Lettuce and cabbage served with pickled ginger dressing, our crunchy mix, peanuts, garlic, jalapeno, and chickpea powder.
Rainbow Salad
Salads
Sandos
Burmese Fried Chicken Sando
Crispy fried chicken, papaya-cucumber slaw, ginger-lemongrass aioli on a brioche bun.
Burmese Fried Chicken Sando Meal
Crispy fried chicken, papaya-cucumber slaw, ginger-lemongrass aioli on a brioche bun. With side of fries and a soft drink.
Spicy Burmese Fried Chicken Sando
Crispy fried chicken tossed in our in-house chili oil, papaya-cucumber slaw, ginger-lemongrass aioli on a brioche bun.
Spicy Burmese Fried Chicken Sando Meal
Crispy fried chicken tossed in our in-house chili oil, papaya-cucumber slaw, ginger-lemongrass aioli on a brioche bun. With side of fries and a soft drink.
Mini Potato Samusas
Flaky Indian pastries with peas, and spiced potato. Served with a cucumber raita.
Roti Platha Dip
Flaky, buttery, multi-layered flatbread served with coconut curry dip.
Quesaplatha
Griddled Indian flatbread, Oaxacan cheese, served with smoked chili aioli.
Salt Pepper Tofu
Deep-Fried tofu tossed with salt & pepper, fried garlic, and jalapeos. [Gluten free]
Salt Pepper Wings
Deep-fried, tossed with salt & pepper, fried garlic, and jalapeos. [Gluten free]
Popcorn Chicken
Tender bites of fried chicken seasoned with Burmese spices served with smoked chili aioli. [Gluten free]
Chips "N" Salsa
Crunchy Shrimp Chips seasoned with tamarind. Served with our Balachaung salsa. [Gluten Free]
Burmese Bites
Noodles
Superstar Noodles
Traditional Burmese flour noodles mixed with potatoes, cucumbers, tofu, chili sauce, cabbage and cilantro. Served cold.
Garlic Noodles
Egg noodles with fried garlic, sprinkled with scallions, fresh onions served with our spicy & tangy house red sauce.
Coconut Chicken Curry Udon
Coconut Chicken Curry UdonUdon noodles with coconut chicken curry, roasted chickpea flour, hard-boiled egg, cabbage, turmeric, chili and fried onions.
Sesame Bowl
Lightly battered choice of protein tossed with sesame seeds in a sweet and tangy sauce. Served with choice of rice and steamed broccoli. [Gluten Free]
Burmese Chicken Curry Bowl
Our signature Burmese red curry braised with chicken thigh, potatoes, and carrots. Served with choice of rice and steamed broccoli. [Gluten Free]
Burmese Pork Curry Bowl
Burmese red curry braised with pork shoulder, potatoes, and carrots. Served with choice of rice and steamed broccoli. [Gluten Free]
Burmese Beef Curry Bowl
Our signature Burmese red curry braised with Angus beef, potatoes, and carrots. Served with choice of rice and steamed broccoli. [Gluten Free]
Coconut Curry Bowl
Chicken thigh or Seasonal vegetables braised in a coconut yellow curry. Served with choice of rice and steamed broccoli. [Gluten Free]
Kebat Bowl
Wok fired tossed with onions, jalapenos, tomato, cilantro, mint, lemon, tikka masala, tamarind, and choice of protein. Served with choice of rice and steamed broccoli. [Gluten Free]
Mango Chili Bowl
Wok-tossed entree with choice of protein cooked with mangoes, onions, oyster sauce, Thai basil and Sichuan chilies.
Fiery Bowl
Wok-Tossed Tofu with basil, string beans, red bell pepper in house five spice "sweet heat" sauce. (Gluten Free, Contains Oyster Sauce)
Stir Fried String Beans Bowl
Sichuan-style string beans wok-tossed with a garlic & chili sauce. Served with choice of rice and steamed broccoli. [Gluten Free] [Vegan]
Eggplant with Garlic Sauce Bowl
Tender eggplant sauteed with a garlic & chili sauce, topped with scallions. Served with choice of rice and steamed broccoli. [Gluten Free] [Vegan]
Burma Bowl
A La Carte
Burmese Curry
Our signature Burmese red curry braised with potatoes, carrots, and choice of protein of chicken, pork, or beef. [Gluten Free]
Coconut Chicken Curry
Chicken thigh meat braised in a coconut yellow curry with string beans and thai basil. [Gluten Free]
Sesame
Lightly battered strips of your choice of protein tossed with sesame seeds in a sweet and tangy sauce. [gluten free]
Kebat
Wok-tossed with choice of protein, onions, tomatoes, green chilies, turmeric, mint, and cilantro. [Gluten Free]
Mango Chili
Wok-tossed entree with choice of protein cooked with mangoes, onions, oyster sauce, Thai basil and Sichuan chilies. [gluten free][contains oyster sauce]
Fiery
Wok-Tossed Tofu with basil, string beans, red bell pepper in house five spice "sweet heat" sauce. (Gluten Free, Contains Oyster Sauce)
Eggplant Garlic Sauce
Tender eggplant sauteed with a garlic & chili sauce, topped with scallions. [Gluten Free]
Stir Fried String Beans
Sichuan-style string beans wok-tossed with a garlic & chili sauce [Gluten Free]
Roti Platha Only
Buttery multi-layered flatbread.
Sauteed Broccoli
French Fries
French Fries lightly tossed with salt.
Salt Pepper Garlic Fries
French fries tossed with fried garlic and jalepenos.
Yellow Curry Dip
Our yellow coconut curry dip. Perfect dip for our Burmaritos.
Shrimp Chips
Shrimp chips tossed in tamarind seasoning. [Gluten Free]
Smoked Chili Aioli
Our Burmese Chili crunch blended with aioli.
Cucumber Mint Raita
Raita with cucumber and mint.
Coconut Rice
Jasmine Rice
Sides
Utensils
Utensils
Napkins
Bundaberg Ginger Beer
Burmese Milk Tea
Thai Tea
Mango Lassi
Our house Mango Lassi served over ice.
Can Coke
Can Coke Zero
Can Sprite
Crystal Geyser
Natural Alpine Spring Water 16.9oz.
Strawberry Passionfruit Sparkling Wildwonder
Mango Sparkling Wildwonder
Guava Rose Sparkling Wildwonder
Peach Ginger Wildwonder
Raspberry Lychee Wildwonder
Non Alcoholic Drinks
Alcoholic Drinks (21)
Pulp IPA
Vegan Tea Leaf Kit
Only for the bold. It tastes just as good as our Vegan Fermented Tea Leaf Dressing but with a spicy kick. Pair with our Burmese Crunchy Mix to make your own Tea Leaf Salad.
Crunchy Mix
A blend of roasted peanuts, garlic chips, chickpeas, sunflower seeds and sesame seeds. Can be a simple snack or perfect topping for salads!
Cookbook
From the beloved San Francisco restaurant, a mouthwatering collection of recipes, including Fiery Tofu, Garlic Noodles, the legendary Tea Leaf Salad, and many more. Available autographed by founder Desmond Tan.
Traditional Tea Leaf Kit
The Burma Love Fermented Tea Leaf Salad Kit contains one tub of Traditional 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 jalapeos and lemon juice to enjoy the original 'Recipe of Burma Superstar'.
Golden Garlic Chips
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.
Fish Sauce
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.