Restaurant Review
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Irrawaddy Taste of Burma (Myanmar) 7076 Katella Ave, Stanton, 90680 EatBurma.com 714-252-8565
by Kathy Nadeau
LW contributor
Located at the intersection of Katella Avenue and Knott Avenue, next to Smart & Final, Irrawaddy offers a unique and healthy menu with a delight of new flavors. Burma (Myanmar), the largest country on mainland Southeast Asia, borders Thailand, China and India. Its delectable cuisine has been influenced by its neighbors yet has its own distinctive style. Burmese cooking shares some similarities with Indian dishes, without the use of any creams.
This family-run business is a hidden gem, the only Burmese restaurant in Orange County. Burmese food has a spicy flavor with limited use of spices. Fresh ginger, turmeric, paprika, cardamon and other spices are bought freshly ground. Everything is cooked from scratch, using only the freshest ingredients purchased from local farmers markets and Restaurant Depot. They take pride in serving the best authentic home cooked food using family recipes.
The menu is extensive offering flavors from all regions, main dishes, soups, masalas, curries, imported Burmese beers, and gluten free, vegan, and vegetarian fare also available. I tried the salad tossed with lime, garlic, chili, and fermented green tea leaf dressing. It was delicious and “good for digestion.” I am going back for the pumpkin pork stew.
Irrawaddy, one of Orange County’s finest, welcomes parties, family get-togethers, catering, phone orders and take-out. They are open Monday through Friday, 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. and 5-8:30 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 11:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m. without breaks.
