Full Blog: https://tantorski.com/f/black-ruby Friday nights in Cambridge have a great energy, and Black Ruby fully leans into it. The restaurant was buzzing when we arrived, but we were seated right away at the last available table. The space felt both lively and cozy, perfect for a date night. Service started a bit slow, but once it picked up, the pacing was excellent. Our server was more hands off, which worked well, letting us settle in and enjoy the night without feeling rushed. We started with the Larb Pork Dumplings, which were beautifully presented with chili lime mayo, fresh herbs, and crispy greens. They were fried perfectly, packed with bright Thai flavors, and the added crunch from the greens made the dish even better. With five dumplings, it was a great portion to share. For dinner, we ordered the Crispy Basil Burger and the Thai Garlic Burger, both cooked medium and full of flavor, with Thai seasoning adding a unique twist to the beef. read more

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Once I tried Black Ruby, it immediately became one of my favorite restaurants in Cambridge. The cocktails are creative and delicious--I love the Thai Tea Martini--and the food is fantastic as well. The Khao Soi burger is my go-to. It has all of the flavors and textures of Khao Soi, with pickled mustard greens for acid, crispy noodles for a crunchy flair, and just the right amount of spice. I find myself craving it often! The one and only bone I have to pick with Black Ruby is that the service, while very attentive, is almost TOO fast. I get that they want to turn tables over efficiently, but the last couple of times I've come, I kind of felt like they were rushing me out. I came here to catch up with a couple friends and our food came almost instantly, before our drinks, and the waitress seemed eager to keep us moving. I think our entire meal was less than 50 minutes. While I'll definitely be back, I think it won't be somewhere I'd bring friends anymore since it's just not enough time for a full conversation. read more

Black Ruby - Thai Tea Martini - Asian Fusion Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Came here on a Sunday for a later lunch and the place was pretty empty. Interior was sleek and modern with wooden finishes with plenty of lighting from the big windows by the front. Menu had a good selection of entrees which I shared everything with a friend rather than order separately. Service was solid and relatively quick. Food came out in a reasonable manner and everything tasted great - Thai tea was yummy, burger was delicious, fries were so well seasoned, and the pasta was great along with the dessert. Only complaint is portions - definitely small for what you paid for. Overall, we had a solid meal and left feeling very full. I wouldn't mind coming back, but it isn't a restaurant I'd be a regular out due to its price. read more

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Really interesting and tasty menu. I thought the drinks would be too sweet but they were quite good. It's a busy place but you can get a reservation. It's a little tricky if you need to wait inside. The servers are on top of things but efficient as are the seatings but it was a good meal! read more

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I had such a lovely experience here. I didn't have a reservation but was surprisingly seated instantly. The restaurant was on the smaller side and has been a hot commodity so I really wasn't expecting to land a seat on a Sunday night. The staff was super friendly and helpful with the menu, I had a couple questions. After speaking with the waiter I landed on the Massaman burger and chicken sandwich. Both were seriously UNREAL. I cannot stand dry beef or chicken and the meat itself was so moist. Once combined with their sauce...life changing. I cannot wait to go back here. read more

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Went here for the first time with my sister on a Saturday night. We didn't have a reservation, there was a wait but we got lucky and snagged a spot right away. The menu seems to be thai-fusion. We got the spritz with was made with thai tea and it gave it a very different taste than a typical aperol spritz. The pad thai spring rolls were tasty but left me wanting veggies. The trending massaman burger was absolutely delicious, I had never had massaman curry before but I loved it. The Green curry chicken sandwich was fantastic, the chicken was cooked wonderfully and the green curry was really good. Also their plain fries, 10/10. read more

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Thai Fusion? I am often skeptical when it comes to any asian fusion spots, but Black Ruby...does it VERY well. I was honestly blown away. The Massaman Burger, y'all already know that's why I came. Is it worth the hype? Some people are saying this is the best burger in Boston. Curry... and Burger? Somehow, someway... this works extremely well. That's a real good burger. I'm a huge texture person so the crunch was perfect. The curry wasn't overpowering at all. The green curry pasta was so good! The perfect spice level and the thickness of the curry stuck to the pasta perfectly. However, the steak might've been a little overcooked, in my opinion. Still good, though. Reservations are recommended, but walk-ins are allowed. I got lucky when arriving! Perfect spot for date night, and the drinks are sooo good. I got the thai tea martini and it was yummy. I'm not a big fan of an old fashioned, but it was pleasant. This might be the only place I'd voluntarily drink one. read more

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The Massaman Beef Burger (winter special) is out of this world. Easily one of the most unique and flavorful burgers I've ever had--juicy, packed with flavor, and the Massaman elements work perfectly. I'm not kidding when I say I've had dreams about this burger. The Thai PB+J burger is also excellent. The peanut butter and jelly somehow work perfectly with the beef and bacon without overpowering anything. The Thai scallion fries are delicious and the creamy Tom Yum with shrimp is really unique and flavorful. The Pad Thai spring rolls are good, but two spring rolls cut in half for $10 feels a little steep. Overall, Black Ruby is fantastic. Reservations are getting tough to snag, but it's absolutely worth the trip. read more

Ordered delivery and wow! Firstly, still hot on delivery nice! The Tom Yum Shrimp Pasta is the creamy, sour, spicy and delicious! I ordered the Khao Soi Burger that was cooked perfectly Medium Rare and so JUICEY!!! I want to go in person. More restaurants should do fusion cuisine like this. Hidden Gem in Boston. read more

Black Ruby - Tom Yum Shrimp Pasta - Asian Fusion Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

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We decided to go on Valentine's Day, had a reservation, went in sat down. All super great. Waitress? Awful, looked like she was not happy to be there, was annoyed when we took off our jackets because she was bringing over water so she rolled her eyes and went to talk to the host. Our food was good. The burger didn't have enough sauce it was a very thin layer of it HOWEVER the burger was amazing, toasted and super flavorful. The paste was a great amount, yummy and spicy. The mango sticky rice was honestly the best. It was sweet, moist and that ice cream on top just melted. read more

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Visited Black Ruby today for dinner! We've been looking out for reservations throughout the week but looks like they fill up pretty quick, so we took the risk tonight & showed up walk-in. To our surprise, we were pretty much seated immediately upon arrival! We had the choice of either sitting at one of the smaller tables or by the bar. Decided to do bar seating as the table available was very small. Pretty extensive menu! LOTS of drinks. Burgers are very popular choices but if you're not feeling a burger, they have salads + pasta options too! We took our server's suggestion & ordered one burger and one pasta to share. Here's specifically what we ordered: -Thai Iced Tea (x2) -Spicy Calamari -Massaman Burger -Red Curry Bolognese There were sooo many drinks to choose from & we were very tempted to try but nothing can beat a classic Thai Iced Tea! We both got one & it was good! Not the best either of us has ever had but we also didn't expect it to be either since it's a Thai fusion spot. Not bad though... creamy! We had to order the spicy calamari because honestly, it's a must every time we go out to eat... doesn't matter where hahaha. Biggest rings of calamari both of us have seen. The calamari was a bit chewy & could've used some salt. The sweet chili house mayo sauce it came with did help a lot. The lime it came with was pretty much just decoration. Already precut & no juice unfortunately. 6.5/10. The Massaman Burger & the Red Curry Bolognese arrived to us at the same time and we tried the pasta first. We probably should've tried the burger first but oh well, next time! To us, the red curry bolognese was the most disappointing dish we ordered tonight. The sauce was super watery & all I personally could taste was tomato, nothing else. Salt + seasoning was definitely needed. I felt like this dish was very weak & wasn't tasty. Only took one bite & left the rest. Now, as for the burger... much better than the pasta. Still thought the curry needed salt but I can see the vision! The burger is already cut in half, so perfect for sharing. I liked that the burger had red onions, pickles, + supposedly crispy shallots? They added a nice crunch! I think they actually put potato chips in our burger, instead of crispy shallots lol. Not exactly sure if it was potato chips but definitely was not crispy shallots. Either way, still appreciated the extra crunch. I dipped a little bit of the house sweet chili mayo sauce from the calamari & found it to be a nice combo. Overall, not a bad spot to grab a burger! The food arrived pretty fast, we were in and out in less than an hour which was impressive considering how packed it got with the dinner rush. I don't think I'd come here often but would definitely come back again. Presentations of the food were nice but taste-wise, the food fell a little short. I was expecting a bit more umami and oomph. Parking: meter street parking read more

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The fusion dishes were incredibly unique and full of flavor. I highly recommend trying the small plates--they were absolutely delicious. The scallion fries stood out as a creative and memorable dish. Service was fast and efficient, but the restaurant fills up quickly, so a reservation is definitely recommended since the space is on the smaller side. The drinks were also a bit limited as they didn't have a full bar: wine, beer or sake. However, it was a unique twist on cocktails adding sake. One note: don't underestimate the spice level-- even dishes marked with just one pepper can pack quite a kick. The pasta, in particular, was much spicier than I expected. read more

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Street Parking Came to see what all the hype was about, was a little hesitant but I wasn't disappointed. This place has dim lighting and a bar right when you walk. We came 6 had no reservation and were seating pretty quickly but it did start getting busier after. The service was pretty quick and the dishes were presented nicely. I would come just for this one dish, it's the Mussels in Red Curry. I could drink this up, it is so good. This red curry had tomato in it so there was a little more of the sour taste. The Mushroom Coconut Chowder was a good palette cleanser, can never go wrong with a soup on the side. The one dish everyone comes for is the Massaman Beef Burger and unfortunately this wasn't a favorite. It was far too sweet for a burger making it tiring to eat all of it alone. We ended up dipping it in the curry to balance out the flavor a little, if they added more pickles I think it would've been better. The Green Curry Cream sauce was much creamier than expected and had an unexpected spice. I'm pretty good with spice so if you aren't be warned you actually can taste the spice. The beef in this was cooked really well, not too chewy, really easy to eat. The thai tea was okay, a little too tea for my liking and the Mango Sticky was good. The thyme kind of threw me off as it gave a salty flavor. Overall would go to try other dishes and the mussels again. read more

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First off, the ambiance is great. The interior is nicely decorated with a lot of natural light, and I noticed a few people working on their laptops which gave it a relaxed feel. It's also not too loud, so it's a good spot to actually sit and enjoy your meal. As for the food, everything was solid overall, though not necessarily standout. The tom yum shrimp pasta was actually my favorite of the mains. It tasted more cheesy and slightly sweet, and I couldn't really pick up on the classic tom yum flavor but it still worked well as a dish. The shrimp itself was really tender and juicy, which made it enjoyable overall. The massaman beef burger was pretty good though a bit on the sweeter side for my taste. The presentation was stunning! The Thai garlic burger was decent, just nothing too memorable. It felt like it was missing a bit of depth and came across more like a standard burger. The larb parmesan fries and spicy calamari were my favorite. Both were really good and super flavorful. The sauces paired well with them. Overall I'd say it's a nice spot with a great atmosphere and solid food. Some dishes leaned milder in flavor, but it's still a place with highlights that make it worth checking out! read more

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Came here on New Year's Eve and it was fantastic. The service and ambience are great, but the food was incredible! Everything came quickly and all of them were delicious. It was so exciting to try a new place and love every single menu item we tried. - The Massaman burger had an amazing balance of flavors and textures to it. Definitely want to come back to try more burgers. - The crispy scallion fries were incredible, I wasn't expecting much but they were so good. It's how I wish radish cakes would taste at dim sum, if that makes sense. - The green curry pasta was great, another great balance of textures and spice, the choice by the restaurant to go with rigatoni as the shape was excellent. - The mango sticky rice was perhaps the only thing that left something to be desired. The rice wasn't quite sticky enough and I personally prefer the dish a touch saltier, this dish was simply sweet (but not too sweet!) read more

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TLDR: great flavor combo, it made me a burger person! And the sticky rice dessert is so worth it. This is a beautiful new restaurant on MassAve in between Harvard and Porter square. I walked in as a party of two sans reservation and we were seated immediately on a Saturday evening. Lucky us. I ordered a Thai burger whereas my friend got a pasta dish. I loved my burger and the Thai basil flavors and orange sauce (whatever it was) came through perfectly. Such a hearty meal! My friend loved her pasta and also said the flavor fusion was evident. Our dishes were: - crispy Thai burger (I think). Very reasonably priced and so yummy. Meat was perfectly cooked. Bun was so soft but not leaking sauce. - green curry cream pasta: also a huge hit and well flavored. Pasta cooked great and the sauce was a highlight. We also got a specialty dessert: sweet corn sticky rice. They normally have the sticky rice but this was a limited flavor and it was sooo yummy. Quite rich; it looks small but we were so full at this point we couldn't finish it. I'd recommend it, it wasn't too sweet! read more

Black Ruby - Sweet corn sticky rice - Asian Fusion Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

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Food and ambiance were great 5/5. We came in with a relatively large group yesterday, 7 adults two kids. The spring roll appetizer was really good as were the sriracha fries. My husband enjoyed the Khao Soi burger and I loved the tom yum pasta! The pasta was so flavorful and had a hint of tom yum that was very creatively done within a non traditional route. My review is more of a 4.5 because the service was not that attentive, couldn't really advise one of us with a dietary restriction what items would be appropriate, and then the servers didn't check in. However, food was good and ambiance was lively so I'd be willing to return in the hopes that it was just an off day for service! read more

Black Ruby - Tom Yum Shrimp Pasta - Asian Fusion Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

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Such a creative spin on burgers. I love the Thai fusion concept! We were looking for lunch spots in the area and had no second thoughts about Black Ruby. The mission was clear: try them out and eat until we regretted living so far away. Ambiance was lovely and service was good. My partner got the Thai Garlic burger and I had the Khao Soi. We shared scallion fries on the side. We expected classic shoestring fries, but these crispy yet chewy delights exceeded expectations. The portion felt modest, though that might just be because I didn't want to share. The Khao Soi burger really hit home and paid tribute to the classic Thai dish. Everything from the patty to the curry sauce was phenomenal, and the crispy egg noodles added a beautiful artistic touch. They know what they're doing, and my only complaint is that they need a second location in Rhode Island, please! read more

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Was recommended to try this thai fusion burger joint and I'm so glad I did! From the interior, the service, and the food, I was thoroughly impressed and will be back to try more food. We ordered the seasonal maple wings which was so crispy and flavorful, slightly spicy. Reminded me of Korean fried chicken. The thai garlic burger with sourdough bun was our favorite. The sauce was to die for and the sourdough bun felt substantial while still being soft and fluffy. Also ordered the basil burger with the classic bun which was yummy as well with a perfectly fried egg. Shared a side of fries which was the perfect size for two. Seems like a lot of people ordered pasta dishes so I will be back to try those next time! read more

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Amazing Thai fusion spot in Cambridge. Everything we had was very well done and flavorful. Great seasonal item of the S'mores hot chocolate. Tom yum pasta extremely flavorful and great charred shrimp. Massaman burger has a great curry that complements the burger read more

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Black Ruby is a Thai American Fusion restaurant flawlessly combining juicy #craftburgers with thai flavors! My favorite include the crispy basil burger and the #khaosoi burgers while a MUST try is their #redcurry bolognese Other menu items I loved: * crab curry pasta * fried chive cakes read more

Out of all the restaurant options I gave my daughter, Black Ruby immediately topped her list- especially since she'd just come back from Thailand not long ago. On Massachusetts Ave in Cambridge, it turned out to be the perfect spot for a relaxed birthday lunch before I made the trek home. From the outside, you might not expect the chic and modern vibe inside. Black rectangular wall tiles are laid vertically, a faux palm tree adds just the right hint of tropical charm, light woods on the floor and cement accessories. And the large front windows, bring in beautiful sunlight. Between my daughter's shrimp roll and salad, my calamari, shrimp ceviche, my lychee juice and her cocktail (could've been stronger), everything hit the mark. The shrimp roll was her favorite- light, fresh and seasoned mayo. The calamari was buttery-tender with a light heat in the dredge that gave it just the right kick for me. Each bite was perfect. Nothing was out of place. I slipped a note to our wonderful server, Bell, asking if she could surprise my kid with mango sticky rice and a candle- and it was a total yes! It was such a lovely touch to end an already special meal. Black Ruby isn't just another spot for lunch- it's one of those places where the thoughtful design, warmth, and flavor all come together effortlessly. Black Ruby isn't just any spot for lunch, it's the kind of place that puts a smile on your face and makes you want to go back again soon. read more

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They serve phenomenal Thai-Western fusion dishes! I'd say this was one of the best restaurants I went to during my trip to Boston. I also appreciate how accommodating they are for people with dietary restrictions. We ordered 2 of their burgers and they came out pretty quick. I liked the uniqueness in how they turned a Thai dish into a burger without taking away the authenticity. The seasoning and sauce was just the right amount that it didn't overpower the chicken and rest of the burger. Staff was responsive and friendly. read more

Black Ruby - Satay Sandwich - Asian Fusion Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

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This place is worth the hype! Service was fast and food was delicious! They have a winter special menu and I highly recommend the massaman burger and larb parmesan fries. I hope those two items stay permanently. Would definitely come back and try more things :) read more

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My friend and I agreed the chicken satay sandwich and regular fries were the star of the show. The Massaman burger was just okay, flavors fell short on this one. The sweet potato fries were decent and plentiful to share. read more

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Cozy and delicious spot! Could be good spot for date night. Not too loud but can feel pretty close to other diners unless you get the booth. The service is pretty fast. Some people made a reservation on a Wednesday night which is a good idea. I walked in without a rezzy and had to wait 10 minutes. Think this spot blew up on TikTok. The massaman curry burger has a very Al dente sourdough bun, please try it out! The curry is on the sweeter side, and I ordered the seasonal larb fries. The curry noodles were a little spicy, comes with 4 juicy shrimp. Drinks are refreshing and yummy! Hot Thai tea seasonal) Mango pina colada has real mango chunks in it. A little too many ice cubes for me. read more

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Probably one of the few asian fusion spots I enjoy! Their menu looks really interesting so I decided to give it a try and did not disappoint! Got there on a weekend around 11:30am without reservation and there were a lot of empty tables. People started trickling in around noon so there might be a wait later during peak lunch hours. The space is cozy and beautifully decorated. I got the Khao Soi burger with an egg on a sourdough bun. I am still thinking about it! The patty is well seasoned and the curry complements the patty well. The crispy topping adds an extra layer. Sourdough bun from a local bakery is chef's kiss. The burger definitely can get very messy but very much worth the mess. We also got the thai scallion fries and I love it. It's chewy inside like mochi and crispy on the outside. Love the play on textures! Will definitely come back (definitely not dinner) because it will be packed and service can be a little sparse. read more

Black Ruby - Asian Fusion Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Took a chance on walking in and the place was completely empty although reservations were sold out, seems like reservations are only for a limited number of tables so don't let that discourage you. We tried the spicy calamari, massaman burger, and the carbonara. We were a bit disappointed when the food came out quick and was not hot, but rather lukewarm. The spicy calamari was okay, I'm not the biggest fan of spicy calamari cut into big rings as it's usually too chewy for me to enjoy. The massaman burger was very tasty, just wished it came out hot as the curry sauce and burger were warm, but not steaming. The carbonara was too sweet to enjoy, the overall composition and texture of the dish was perfect but, sadly the bacon and flavor of the cream sauce was too sweet. Service was fast, efficiency, and pleasant. read more

I really enjoyed my dinner at Black Ruby! The vibes were cozy, low lighting, music not too loud. There was some outdoor seating but it was a little chilly so we chose to sit indoors. Service was friendly and attentive without being overbearing. I ordered the green curry sandwich with a crispy tofu patty instead of chicken on a vegan bun. They were generous with the tofu portion and I loved the green curry sauce. I think I would have enjoyed it more if the tofu was marinated or had more flavor. It was very good texture-wise but because it was such a big hunk of tofu it was a little bland. I would have actually preferred a thinner tofu patty in some kind of marinade or with a more flavorful coating. My friend and I also split the sweet potato fries and they were delicious! I would definitely come back. read more

Black Ruby - Green curry sandwich with tofu patty instead - Asian Fusion Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

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I came here for dinner with a couple of friends and were seated immediately since we didn't mind sitting outside. The interior design inside was modern mid century. For dinner I had the following items: Khao Soi Beef Burger -- Tasted like Khao Soi curry if you ever had that so good. Although the patty was not dry, it was ever so slightly overcooked in both of our opinions. Tom yum shrimp -- This has a spicy kick to it but was so good. It's basically tom yum cream sauce with fettuccine. The noodles were cooked al dente. Honey Cheese Fries -- This was on their seasonal menu and it's so good. I loved the sweet and salty flavor. Should be an all year round side option. Overall I would come here again. I think this is a good and fun place to eat. I love their interesting take on American food but with Thai flavors. read more

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The food here is delicious! What an amazing combo of foods together. This is a Thai fusion place, and I had a delicious winter seasonal menu item, the Massaman Beef Burger. It had delicious peanut sauce drizzled throughout, and caramelized onions and crispy shallots. The taste and texture were amazing. The fish sauce also gave it a wonderful umami flavor. I wish I could get this again. This is in a stylish area of Cambridge, Massachusetts (near Boston), and we were lucky enough to secure a reservation while we were in town. I also had a delightful drink, the Hot Thai Milk Tea with cold foam and whipped cream. It was warm and rich and tasted so good. They were very busy and crowded. It's a popular place. It has a nice atmosphere and cute decorations. I also really appreciated how clear about allergens they were in the menu, they highlighted each item that could cause allergies, like meat, peanuts, eggs, etc. And the design was nice! We got fries at the end of our meal, I think they forgot to bring it out with the rest of the food. When we asked about them, they brought it out fairly quickly. Would definitely go back or recommend to anyone! read more

Black Ruby is touted as a burger place, but to pigeon-hole it in any one kind of restaurant (other than fusion) is doing it a disservice. There is a melting pot of Thai and many other cuisines that come together to make the menu what it is, which is a place that anyone should be able to find a great eating experience. Noodle dishes touted as pasta, burgers that are riffs on Thai and Asian cuisine, and the more "traditional" appetizers make up a menu that feels like a globe-trot more than a lunch or dinner. We tried a number of different dishes and were pleasantly surprised and had expectation exceeded by each of them. From the crispy basil burger to the spicy shrimp appetizer (special that day) to the Tom Yum Shrimp pasta, everything was dare I say borderline perfect. Executed with a deftness or slight of hand that seemed almost unexpected and left me longing for more as we paid our bill and said goodbye. If you are experiencing a sort of hesitation to trying Black Ruby, you honestly should just take the plunge and try it yourself because I don't know if there is a single review that can put the overall experience into words. The value, service, decor, and everything else other than the food all falls into place once you have your first bite of your meal. In a world and environment that we rarely frequent locations, Black Ruby feels like a place that if it were closer that we would do on an almost weekly basis. If you are interested in unique or fusion experiences, Black Ruby is a MUST for your list. read more

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Pretty tasty Thai fusion spot in Porter. The spicy lemongrass shrimp salad was not spicy, but had nice sweet citrus flavors from the tangerines. The shrimp was cooked well, but it was served warm which sort of threw me off a bit, as I expected it to be cold in a salad. The green curry fried chicken sandwich was decent - the chicken was crispy, the curry sauce was good and the fresh brioche bun was solid. I also had a spicy pineapple margarita, which I'd skip, as it didn't really taste like pineapple. Overall the food was good but I found it to be pricey given the casual food fare and portion sizes. Service was a bit aloof and not very engaging, but fine generally. The space has a slightly elevated modern feel and definitely has been transformed since its Chalawan days. Might return to try more food but would skip the drinks. read more

Black Ruby - Green Curry chicken sandwich - Asian Fusion Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

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This is what you get when you let a skilled chef work in a Thai kitchen with free rein to be creative, rather than stick to the aging staples of a "standard American Thai" restaurant. Outstanding flavor combinations that leave you wanting more! We will certainly be back to try more from this great restaurant! read more

Green Curry Sandwich (9/10): This was our favorite dish of the night. The chicken was fried very well, and the sauce was mouthwatering. It has a spice level of 2 on the menu, but it really wasn't that spicy. I liked the brioche for the bun, but it also wasn't the best brioche I've had Khao Soi Beef Burger (8/10): Very delicious khao soi sauce. It just works so well. I loved the egg noodles. I think the disappointing part of this dish was the burger itself, actually. The meat was a bit underwhelming. The bun was the same as the green curry sandwich - I think the texture of the bread left something to be desired Tom Yum Shrimp (7.5/10): The portion sizes are way too small. $24 for what looks like an appetizer. Nonetheless, this dish had a delicious sauce and all of the ingredients were tender Tom Kha White Sauce (6/10): They unfortunately didn't have cod, so they subbed in shrimp. The dish sounded really good in theory, but was also a tiny portion size and not as good as the tom yum shrimp. Seasoned Fries (8/10): double-fried and deliciously crisp. I wish they came with a sauce other than ketchup, but oh well. Great side! Mango Sticky Rice (8/10): Mango sorbet was delicious. The mango itself was okay. Sticky rice was great. Sweetness level was perfect. The service was very odd. We were ignored by servers at every step of the process, from walking in and getting a table, to waiting for someone to even acknowledge us after being seated, to ordering, to getting water, to getting the check, to flagging someone down to pay our bill. At first, I chalked it up to the restaurant being packed. As the night wore on, the restaurant started emptying, but for some reason the staff were just as unresponsive. TL;DR Food is very creative and has potential. Service was poor. Portion sizes are small and many menu items are very overpriced. We left feeling hungry read more

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Cocktails are perfection and refreshing for brunch or dinner! They really nailed the flavors here, sometimes fusion can be hit or miss but this place has a clear understanding of how to make flavors shine for every dish. Love the creativity of the menu and the spice levels are great. The service was quick and it was a bit crowded though we were able to get seats without a reservation for a weekend lunch. Definitely will have to return to try more of the menu. Their seasonal specials were well thought out and executed read more

Black Ruby - Tom Yum Shrimp Pasta, Crispy Basil Burger, Fries - Asian Fusion Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

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Called asking if restaurant takes walk ins since online booking is full and told to come in. However the restaurant is busy on a Thursday night with one group in front of us waiting. We put our name down and waited as we see two tables open for our party size. We waited 30min to finally be seated at the open table we saw when we walked in. Not sure if they had a reservation cancel or just spacing out orders. Anyway we were super excited to try the food and asked for recs. We went with the recommended fries, burger and pasta. Calamari came out quickly and is amazing. Full of flavors and has a nice crunch. The satay fries is kinda what it sounds like, and the scallion fries actually have chives not scallions. Burgers were good and the massaman one was def better with the curry sauce adding extra kick of spice. The most anticipated pastas however were kinda disappointing. They are very creamy and I couldn't taste the ton yum, basil or green curry in the dishes. Tom yum pasta had lemongrass in it but I couldn't taste it at all. They have a nice drink menu but we didn't get to try it, maybe next time I'll just come try out the drinks and grab a small bite. The bar/restaurant does have a good vibe. read more

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This is a neighborhood gem! We came here for the interesting menu which was really good - recommmed the tom yum pasta and Thai chili burger and massman burger. They had amazing Christmas decor, fast service, and also really kid friendly plates - covered metal cups with straws and silicone plates, WOW. read more

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The menu is awesome and the service was really fast. Would recommend making reservation in advance. read more

Black Ruby - Asian Fusion Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

A great date spot! The food was tasty and the interior is very elegant. Service was also attentive and pretty quick. To go more in depth with the dishes: - Tom yum linguine: Shrimp was cooked wonderfully, pasta was also cooked well, our only issue was that the sauce didn't really have the tom yum kick. Don't get me wrong, it was very tasty. I just wouldn't guess that it was a tom yum based sauce. - Green curry fried chicken sandwich: Tastes exactly how you would expect it to! The chicken was tender, the sauce was flavorful, and the bun was SO GOOD (buttery, soft, and a good contrast from the fried crunch). - Shrimp salad: I would pass on this one. We expected it to be a cold salad but it was warmed and we were a bit confused by the flavors. Not bad, but also not our favorite. It would've been a lot better cold. read more

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