Mingalabar restaurant
Experience authentic Myanmarese cuisine in a charming teak wood building. Enjoy diverse curries, salads, and unique local desserts.
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Mingalabar restaurant
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Must-see attractions
Experience authentic Myanmarese cuisine in a charming teak wood building. Enjoy diverse curries, salads, and unique local desserts.
Try Local Desserts
Don't miss out on authentic local desserts like shwe yin aye for a sweet taste of Myanmar.
Portion Sizes Vary
Be mindful that serving portions can vary, so ask for clarification if needed.
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Burmese
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Mid-range
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Authentic Myanmarese Curries and Salads
Explore a diverse range of traditional Myanmarese curries and salads, offering a true taste of local flavors.
Complimentary Vegetable Platters & Local Desserts
Enjoy complimentary vegetable platters and unique local desserts like shwe yin aye, a sweet coconut milk treat.
Warm and Welcoming Atmosphere
Dine in a pleasant, semi-cozy setting within a charming double-story teak wood building.
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Try Local Desserts
Don't miss out on authentic local desserts like shwe yin aye for a sweet taste of Myanmar.
Portion Sizes Vary
Be mindful that serving portions can vary, so ask for clarification if needed.
Ask About Spice Levels
If you prefer milder food, inquire about spice levels for your dishes.
Visit Off-Peak Hours
To avoid crowds and ensure a smoother dining experience, consider visiting during off-peak times.
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Try Local Desserts
Don't miss out on authentic local desserts like shwe yin aye for a sweet taste of Myanmar.
Portion Sizes Vary
Be mindful that serving portions can vary, so ask for clarification if needed.
Ask About Spice Levels
If you prefer milder food, inquire about spice levels for your dishes.
Visit Off-Peak Hours
To avoid crowds and ensure a smoother dining experience, consider visiting during off-peak times.
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Mingalabar Restaurant offers a delightful immersion into authentic Myanmarese cuisine with a wide array of curries and salads. While many praise the friendly service and the value of complimentary sides, some find the food quality to be average and portions small for the price. The unique desserts and pleasant atmosphere are consistently highlighted as positives. +1
"The restaurant has a variety of curries laid out on the first floor where you can choose your main dishes and then you can dine upstairs in the AC dining room. The vegetables platter is complimentary for every table. Love the pickled side dishes and spice level. Remember to try the local desserts - shwe yin aye (coconut milk with sago, coconut jelly, sticky rice, cendol, and white bread). Great service. Cost was about ~$14USD for 2 people."
Grace Chen
"Super friendly and helpful staff. Good was average, not sure what all the rave is about. Lots of options both meat and vegetarian. If you order a curry it comes with rice, soup and a ton of sides."
Tarek Hbeichi
"Hein Min Ko is the Head Waiter at Mingalabar Restaurant. His attention to detail, his service, and his keen eye for his customers’ needs are on par with seven-star server trainings, the only difference between the two is that Sir Hein Min Ko learned how to treat his customers all by himself. His own teachings are what he passes on to the young group that works under him. While we ate, he never stood in one place but paced around the floor to make sure he was available at all times, yet he didn’t stand near us in order not to make us feel uneasy. He asked before opening a can of Coke, and then when he opened it, he used a napkin, extremely professional and unlike any service we have experienced. His mannerisms are that of a manager at Sheraton, Strand, Pullman, Shangrila - actually, even better!!!"
Saleha Ysa
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Mingalabar Restaurant is known for its authentic Myanmarese curries, salads, and unique local desserts like shwe yin aye. It offers a pleasant atmosphere and great value with complimentary sides. [^M1]
The traditional Myanmarese curries and salads are highly recommended. Don't miss the local dessert, shwe yin aye, for a sweet and authentic taste. [^M2]
Yes, the restaurant offers vegetarian options, including vegetarian curries and salads, though some reviewers note limited choices in the main curry section.
The restaurant is known for its affordable price point, with meals for two costing around $14 USD.
Mingalabar Restaurant provides a pleasant and semi-cozy atmosphere, set within a charming double-story teak wood building.
While not explicitly stated, visiting during off-peak hours is advised to avoid crowds. It's generally a busy spot. [^datatip4]
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Mingalabar Restaurant – Burmese cuisine, the restaurant is a double storey complex and the food was quick and delivered hot. The restaurant was very busy with both local groups and tourists. Burmese food is a cross between Chinese and Indian and the meals were tasty and well priced.
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Mingalabar (71st Street between 28th Street and 29th Street): This was the best place I ate in Mandalay for traditional Myanmar food. I had a chicken curry, the lemon salad and watercress with garlic.
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Meaning "hello" in Burmese, Mingalabar offers an inviting dining experience during your Mandalay city tour. The restaurant is east of the Royal Palace, in a two-story teak wood building.
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