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Burma Burma has the potential to attract a diverse “THE MENU IS A FUSION OF TRADITIONAL
clientele who are curious about exploring the flavours and AND CONTEMPORARY FLAVOURS,
culture of Burma through its cuisine.
As India’s only specialty Burmese restaurant, Burma FEATURING STREET FOOD DISHES AS WELL
Burma’s increasing presence in Bengaluru will help to AS TRIBAL AND HEIRLOOM RECIPES. THIS
increase awareness and appreciation for vegetarian APPROACH PROMISES TO OFFER A RICH
Burmese cuisine in India, and encourage more people to AND DIVERSE CULINARY EXPERIENCE THAT
try its distinctive and delicious flavours.
The 120-cover restaurant and tea room is designed to be IS BOTH AUTHENTIC AND INNOVATIVE.”
bright, airy and spacious, providing a verdant oasis in the
midst of the bustling city. The space is designed with
traditional Burmese accents and modern touches, creating Prashant Keluskar.
the perfect gathering place to celebrate the wholesome The restaurant also features a 19-seater private dining
cuisine of Burma. room, marked by gate-like wrought-iron partitions and a
It boasts contemporary aesthetics with subtle tributes to bright blue faux window.
Burma in its design details. The restaurant’s interiors are Cane, a beautiful Burmese element, is innovatively
designed by Mini Bhatt Designs and pay homage to Burma’s integrated into the custom-designed, contemporary
stunning countryside and the indigenous Bagan tribe from furniture, adding to its earthy look. Service stations styled
the Mandalay region. like traditional cabinets found in Burmese homes, are made
Right from the restaurant’s entrance which is flanked by with teak wood, and hand-embroidered shawls and lungis
two hand-painted wooden dolls, and upon stepping inside, are used as fabric for upholstery and cushions for the sofas.
customers are greeted by a verandah-like space that serves Custom-made, geometric tiled dining tabletops add
as the main dining area. vibrancy to the space, and the earthy tones juxtaposed by
The dining space features a curved ceiling-to-floor glass wooden accents create a mood that is sure to transport
wall that runs the length of the area, providing natural customers to Old Bagan.
sunlight and a view of the surrounding greenery, creating a Burma Burma offers a modern take on traditional
calm oasis in the heart of the city. Burmese cuisine. With a focus on introducing the culture
A 29-feet-long tea bar with highchair seating is on the and flavours of Burma to its guests, the restaurant has an
opposite side, and above this is a hanging teak-wood shelf ever-evolving menu that includes small plates, mains,
showcasing Burmese artefacts sourced from the ancient beverages and desserts.
city of Bagan. The menu is a fusion of traditional and contemporary
The dining area is dotted with countless customised flavours, featuring street food dishes as well as tribal and
planters with Burmese motifs, adding to the garden-city heirloom recipes. This approach promises to offer a rich
vibe, and the visual highlight is a large pillar adorned with and diverse culinary experience that is both authentic and
hand-painted Raj Oshok flowers by Mumbai-based artist innovative.

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