Myanmar, the country formerly known as Burma, is bordered by India, Thailand, and China, which gives a good indication of the cuisine at this Chinatown restaurant. Curry and tamarind share pride of place with lemon, cilantro, and soy seasonings. Batter-fried eggplant and squash are paired with complex, peppery sauces. Green-tea-leaf and other salads leave the tongue with a pleasant tingle. Such...
Burma Restaurant Restaurant Review:
Up a flight of stairs in a weathered Chinatown building, Burma Restaurant is a rarity. When the nearby Verizon Center is open, both tourists and conventioneers flock here, and the once-quiet restaurant is abuzz with patrons crowding in to sample one of Asia's least-known cuisines. For authentic flavors, start with gold fingers---batter-dipped and deep-fried pieces of squash. For a main course,...