I’m SO glad I finally got to check out Mandalay – a place that has been on my foodie bucket list for ages. After much anticipation, I am thrilled to report that their food 100% lives up to the hype. Here’s everything @fooodmuncher and I got to share:
- Burmese Samosa (4 for $8.99): crispy perfection stuffed with a delicious combination of potato, onion, and green peas. This drool-worthy app came with a sweet and tangy dipping sauce, and I’m already craving another round of these tasty eats!
- N#6 Nyat KaukSwe Gyaw ($16.99): flat rice noodles stir-fried with chicken (or pork if you’d prefer), bean sprouts, lettuce, ground peanuts, and egg. This was VERY peanut-heavy as an FYI. The noodles were cooked to perfection – think chewy and flavorful – and I couldn’t resist ordering an extra side of hot sauce, priced at $1.99, to add some heat.
- Ch#11 KyetThar Ohnno Hin ($19.99): this dish features tender chicken chunks served with green pepper, onion, and tomato in a luscious coconut cream sauce. The richness of the sauce is mind-blowing – I swear that it could make even cardboard taste good, lol! 10/10 recommend.
- P#7 WetThar ThaYetThee Hin ($19.99): think succulent pork chunks simmered in a pickled mango curry. With its tender texture, mild spiciness (even when ordered mild, lol), this dish was a winner.
Additional Notes:
- Mandalay Restaurant may not have a fancy ambiance, but the food will blow you away. The warm and welcoming service adds an extra touch of comfort and charm.
- Take note that dine-in is only available in the evenings from Tuesday to Thursday. They offer dine-in for lunch on weekends and carryout for dinner.
- Parking is convenient with a small lot located right next to the restaurant.
- Please remember that ongoing construction in the area has affected small businesses like Mandalay Restaurant. Let’s show them some extra love, Nomsters! 🫶
- Price-wise, Mandalay offers reasonable portions for the value.
- If you have a preference for spicy food, you’re in luck as the flavors tend to run on the spicier side.
- Vegetarian and vegan diners will find plenty of options to satisfy their cravings.
Have you ever tried Burmese cuisine? Let me know by leaving a comment below, Nomsters! And if you’re looking for other Silver Spring recommendations, make sure to check out this tab.
And if you’re exploring downtown Silver Spring while you’re in the area, Morning My Day is a from-scratch Japanese bakery serving purple yam buns, mochi bread, and boba that’s well worth a stop. If you’re more in the mood for drinks after dinner, Quarry House Tavern is the iconic basement dive bar right in Silver Spring with 250+ whiskys, a solid bar menu, and regular live music.
📍930 Bonifant St, Silver Spring