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Good food and drinks but vibes were more bar like than restaurant. Drinks are tasty and had some interesting combinations. We snagged a reservation but the only one available was for 10pm. Not sure if the music is turned up all night but at 10pm it was hard to hear each other talk. I think my favorite was the pad Thai and curry with the chicken skin being a close second. Portions range from a light tapa to a full portion. We definitely were hungry and ordered too much for two but we happily took home leftovers. Some things were slightly saltier than what I would've liked but it goes well with rice in those cases.
I did not reserve a table, but called ahead to see if there would be a wait. When we got there, they said a table would be 20 min wait or if we sit on the ledge by the window, we can get seated immediately. It was just me and my fiancé so we sat by the window. We ordered 3 dishes. The larb ped, pad paa, kang puu. The larb ped was minced duck. I thought it tasted really flavorful. Pad paa was a jungle curry paste with a lot of different vegetables. The Thai eggplant tasted so good in the sauce! We also had Kang Puu which was a crab curry. This was my favorite dish. We had rice noodles on the side and they were perfect in the curry, grabbing onto all of the soupy flavor!
Came here on a Saturday afternoon and was able to get a seat at the bar immediately. It was busy but you probably could have gotten a table if you waited for a short bit. Still, the bar had free seats so no problem with lunch seating for us! We ordered the salt and pepper pork cheek, crispy chicken skin, and massaman curry and everything was great! Salt and pepper pork cheek ($17) - with some spicy peppers and cilantro, this pork was wonderfully crispy and had a good balance of meat and fat. Although some pieces were a little dry from being fried, it was overall a good dish. The size was a bit small though for the price. Beef Massaman ($15) - LOVE this curry and love that it comes with roti too. The coconut cream was nice and sweet while it still had some spice. The beef was tender and fall apart, and the crispy shallots on top added some nice texture. The roti was crispy and had a nice chew - I wish there was a little more roti but overall a great dish. Crispy Chicken Skin ($9) - this came with a sweet chili sauce for dipping and was really crispy! I don't think the actual chicken skin was seasoned though so it was a bit bland without the sauce. Still, it hit the spot for something crunchy and fried. We also had a $3 sticky rice which was good and a nice addition to the pork and beef dishes. Overall, the dishes were great! There were a few things for each dish that I'd change and the prices were a bit steep given the size of each dish, but it was a solid meal! I'd love to come back and try the pork belly dish or the oysters some day!
Overall, very disappointing. Mahaniyom has a lot of hype, but our meal simply did not live up to it. The Pad Thai itself had good flavor, but the shrimp were rubbery and overcooked, almost as if they had been precooked and reheated. The crab fried rice was even more disappointing--it had almost no flavor at all and mostly just tasted salty. Their signature crab curry was the best dish we tried. The curry had a nice rich, nutty flavor, but I really did not understand pairing it with vermicelli. I made the mistake of mixing all of the noodles into the curry, and it diluted the flavor and ruined what had been a good dish. I think it would have been much better served with rice. The servers were very friendly and pleasant, which I appreciated, but the stools were unbelievably uncomfortable, and the crab curry was served in a visibly chipped bowl. I would have had no problem with the prices if the food had been excellent, but for what we received, it felt expensive and underwhelming. I genuinely do not understand how this earned a Michelin Bib Gourmand. Maybe we caught them on an off day, but based on our experience, I will not be coming back.
It was fairly difficult to get a good reservation here, so the experience was a bit disappointing. I felt the curries tasted on par with other Thai spots in the area, and the drinks sounded better on paper than they really were. The restaurant is small, dimly lit, intimate, and the service was good. The pomelo salad was my favorite, so fresh and balanced and the shrimp inside were cooked perfectly. The roti that came with the beef massaman also stood out to me! Not sure if those are enough to get me to go back, but would recommend those two.
My favorite was the pomelo salad, I recommend getting it as an appetizer. The curries were not that good to be honest. I thought they were very sweet with a strong coconut milk base, which I personally don't like but if you do, get the crab curry. The fried chicken skin was unimpressive. I thought it'd be like the Jollibee fried chicken skin (iykyk) but it was unseasoned and unbattered deep fried chicken skin with sweet chili sauce. For the struggle of booking a reservation, I think the dishes weren't as good as I thought they'd be.
Second time here was another hit. We did it more tapas style and split 4 dishes: fried chive cake, pork cheek, pomelo salad, and beef massaman. The pomelo salad and beef massaman were both perfect dishes. The pomelo salad was fresh, tangy, and sweet with big pieces of shrimp. The textures worked together so beautifully. This was probably my favorite dish of the night, I would come back just for this. Beef massaman had a rich caramelized flavor with plenty of tender pieces of beef. Pork cheek was very salty in the best way. It was a bit dry but if you like a less fatty pork cut you'd probably be satisfied. Fried chive cake was perfectly crispy on the outside and chewy in the middle. The sauce was delicious. Food comes out quickly, especially the smaller plates. Service is attentive despite how busy and hectic the place feels! Love love love Mahaniyom!!
I had an amazing dinner at Mahaniyom. This place has been on my list for a while and I'm so glad I tried it! Everything on the menu looked amazing and we ordered a delicious selection. My highlights were definitely the Pad Thai and the Beef Panang Curry - they were phenomenal. The place is a small, intimate restaurant that feels chic and classy but is also very cozy at the same time. The servers were great, and the food was served quickly. I really enjoyed my experience here!
Came here yesterday with 3 others for a 7:30pm reservation that I booked a month in advance. Otherwise, you're looking at a 4pm or 10pm reservation. Found street parking easily on surrounding streets. The restaurant is small, with low tables, high tables, and bar seating. The other reviewers are accurate in saying that the table next to you is only a few inches away. For 4 of us, we ordered 2 Thai iced teas, khao tang na tung (rice crackers), jor puu, kai tod had yai (fried chicken), beef massaman, classic pad thai, and crab fried rice. I was not a huge fan of the rice crackers as they tasted a bit bland. Standouts were the crab fried rice and the beef massaman. Jor puu was good, the fried chicken was good, although it seemed less fried and more grilled. Pad thai was average to me as were the Thai iced teas. Overall, was a good meal and we left satisfied and full. But I don't think it was exceptional enough to warrant a month-long waitlist for a normal dinner time, although I'm sure much of this is due to making Bib Gourmand recently. Glad I got to try it once but there are other Thai places I'd be more willing to go back to.
"Best Thai Restaurant" in "Best of Boston 2025"! I met up with colleagues so that we can order more dishes; everyone was very satisfied. Yum Som O (Pomelo Salad): Absolutely divine! So delicious it brought tears to my eyes... The sweet and sour juiciness of the grapefruit, the crisp and oily aroma of the fried shallots, the crunchy and fatty aroma of the cashews, the subtle sweetness and fragrance of the roasted coconut, the umami and grainy texture of the shrimp flakes, the savoriness and slightly sweetness of the fish sauce, the slight spiciness of the chili... the layers were incredibly rich and perfectly balanced, a truly delightful experience. Salted Pepper Pork Cheek: The seasoning was layered, not just salt and pepper, but also leaving a complex aroma of cilantro stems, garlic, and shallots in the aftertaste; the slight spiciness made it perfect with drinks. But wouldn't it be better with pork belly? The cheek meat wasn't that fatty, making it more suitable for grilling; frying resulted in a dry and hard texture rather than crispiness, and the oily flavor wasn't strong enough. Kai Tod Had Yai Sticky Rice: My first time trying Thai fried chicken. It was juicy but not very so, the crust was a bit hard, and the lemongrass flavor wasn't very prominent. Eating it with sticky rice is recommend, that way is definitely authentic, but I really didn't understand how these two dry ingredients blend with each other. Beef Massaman: The beef was stewed until tender and flavorful, and the Massaman curry was a bit peculiar! It was sweet and sour at first, with a pineapple-like fruity aroma, layered with a rich milky flavor. It was the first time I'd ever had curry like this; paired with roti, it reminded me of the "Indian flying bread印度飛餅" in most of the Cantonese restaurants from my childhood. Crab Fried Rice: The first bite was amazing! The freshly cooked fried rice was still steaming hot, each grain distinct, fragrant but not greasy, with the sweetness of the crab meat bursting in the aftertaste; a touch of fish sauce added a striking sweet and umami flavor, and a rich fermented aroma. But after a few more bites, as it cooled slightly, the rice became a bit too soft, and the wok hei鑊氣 (wok aroma) diminished considerably. If the rice wasn't pre-coated by the egg yolk before going into the wok, the fried rice would be a bit lacking. Classic Pad Thai: Actually, I think it's more "fancy" than "classic", but I was so happy to finally have Pad Thai in Boston area that wasn't overly sour! The rice noodles were stir-fried with a wonderful wok hei, the sweetness of the onions and palm sugar was prominent, and the crushed shrimp and peanuts added layers of savory flavor. The Jumbo black tiger prawns were very fresh, firm, and bouncy.
I heard this place got busy really fast with reservations so we arrived shortly after 4 pm for a party of 3 and had the choice of sitting at the bar or sitting at a table (but had to leave by 5:15 due to reservations). The staff were really nice and helpful and it wasn't too loud even though it was a pretty small restaurant. They said that for 3 people they estimated 4-5 dishes to share would be good, but we only got 3 and still felt really full. We got the pad Thai, crab curry, lamb satay with peanut sauce, and 2 extra bowls of rice, which was in total around $86. The food was really good and we would definitely go again.
Similar vibe to Chalong in NYC. Sat at the bar before our table was ready. The bartender was very friendly and the cocktails were adventurous with a Thai twist. I especially liked the rambutini. The fried chive cakes and jor puu were both amazing. The beef masaman, classic pad Thai and branzini were fantastic. The chicken ka prow was okay. This is a tapas place so the servings are not large. Would order 2-3 dishes per person
Came here for an early dinner on a weekend at 5pm and I only had to wait 5-10 minutes without a reservation for a party of 1. I got seated at the bar and the bartenders were very nice and helpful with recommendations on food and drinks. I got the beef panang which was delicious and the kin na ree drink which was nice and strong. I also ordered the salted pepper pork cheek after finishing my main and drink because I really wanted an additional item. While it was nicely flavored, it was little too charred/overcooked which made it hard to chew. I would definitely come back to try more drinks and food next time I'm back in Boston though and maybe bring some of my friends.
Friendly service, inviting atmosphere and delicious food and drinks. Highly recommend the chicken skin as an app. Great size and shareable for two. Pad Thai and drinks were also good. Love how saucy the Pad Thai. Recommend making reservations ahead of time! read more
8 months ago
I'm sure we've all tried Thai food and if you haven't, grow up. This place kicks it up a notch. Familiar faces, exceptional cocktails, and the whole Thai tapas concept really brings one back to throwing back a few beers on the beach in Koh Phi Phi. We asked for recommendations for food and surely, they delivered. The dimly lit space makes for speakeasy ambience and let's just say, 10/10 on all fronts. read more
5 months ago
Had the pleasure of dining here for lunch on a recent Boston visit and holy moly I loooved it! It's a casual, small spot, but the service and dishes made it feel like such an occasion. I love the Thai tapas concept- taking typical dishes and elevating/uniqueifying them, but keeping them small so you can try a bunch. We got the Yum Som-O (Pomelo Salad) which was such a fun salty/tangy adventure w fresh fruit and succulent shrimp... and the Kai Tod Had Yai, a delicious lightly fried cornish hen with yummy sauce. My favorite dish was definitely the Fried Chive Cake. Familiar flavors in a totally innovative format of dense chewy fried cakes. GAWDDD they were so good. While eating, we sipped Rice Ginger Beers which were equally exciting and refreshing. I would love to try this spot again soon- so many more gems to check out on the menu. read more
3 years ago
Wrote a review but somehow lost it! TLDR is that this feels amongst the best of Boston in terms of flavor and creativity, especially at the price point. Our favorites were more curry-like, beef massaman (my personal fave) and crab curry. Deep intense unique flavors. Deep fried skate was also delicious, fun textures in a slightly sweet sauce. The chive cake was a yummy starter. We actually were a bit less enthusiastic about the pork cheek and belly compared to the others but it was still delicious! We just would get more of the delicious curry-like ones personally. Will be back! read more
I've been meaning to try this place for a long time and finally was in the area on a random Friday early evening. Inside the place is small, not that many seats. But since we were early, we were seated right away at the bar. The staff is very nice and helpful. Their menu is tapas style but the serves are helpful in giving you an idea of how many plates/how big the plates are. I ordered the beef panang which comes with rice and my friend ordered bbq pork. The food was very flavourful, the panang curry definitely satisfied all the Thai cravings. 10/10 will be back! read more
One of the best Thai restaurants in Boston . Came here for lunch and it's packed with people . Every dish was amazing and packed with flavors . We were impressed how authentic the food was here . We left happy and the staffs was amazing also . read more
3 years ago
If I could describe my experience in 2 words, it would be cozy and yummy. This place is perfect for a date night, but it is small, so I would recommend making a reservation because they do fill up quick. All of the dishes we ordered were super fragrant and packed with great spices. Which, speaking of, if you have a low spice tolerance, I warn you that some dishes can get pretty spicy. My personal favorite was the beef massaman with the roti on the side. Their curry was so flavorful, the meat was melt in mouth, and the warm roti was the perfect vehicle to carry the wonderful flavors and textures. The pork cheek was also well seasoned and fried, which paired wonderfully with the sticky rice that was served with it. The bbq pork and crispy pork is as expected, no surprises or wow factors coming from it. read more
10 months ago
Mahaniyom is a fun spot tucked away in Brookline Village, where not much else is around. When you walk in, it's a cozy little space, dimly lit. Once we sat down and ordered, we watched the bartenders tossing their cocktail shakers across the length of the bar to each other. Table service was ok, not particularly memorable. The food was generally delicious and interesting, all presented nicely. Would order again Crab curry: smooth and sweet with just a good amount of seafoody flavor, with crab meat buried within Beef massamaan: tender pieces of meat in a warm hearty sauce, executed well Grilled squid: smokey touch in pieces with great texture, well-paired sauce highlighting the seafood-ness while cutting some of the undesirable fishiness Maybe again Pork belly: great texture and tasty flavors of meat with pieces of peanuts. Personally found it too salty, even with the bowl of rice given with it. Probably not Eggplant Dip: cannot taste much of the titular ingredient, overly fishy and salty. The wide variety of vegetables were nice, though I think you can get raw vegetables elsewhere. The cocktails were not particularly reorderable - two of the three our table ordered had a very artificial, cough syrup-like sweetness without having much of the other notes listed on the menu. read more
Food is solid, service is good but restaurant is very small so spacing between parties is very tight. Recommend the following: pad paa (spicy), green papaya pad thai (we tried with and without with shrimp), and crab fried rice. read more
5 months ago
3 years ago
What a unique Thai dining experience! Mahaniyom is pretty small with not much seating, so definitely call ahead a few days in advance to make reservations. Although they are small, they pack a huge punch with immaculate vibes and great tasting food. We ordered the crab curry, flying squid, fried brazino, and fried silken tofu. I enjoyed the brazino the most but everything was delectable! I was especially surprised at how tasty the squid was, since I typically don't enjoy it. Overall, 5/5! read more
The sautéed Brussel sprouts were the best Brussel sprouts I've ever had. The flavor/seasoning was perfectly umami and sweet and salty. Everything else was also very good. All the dishes are very artful and intentional. The service was also wonderful. The waitress dotes on us, making sure that we are enjoying the food. Very sweet. Lastly, the ambiance is dark and moody, a little loud when it gets crowded. Came here on a date, but we barely talked because the food was good and also because it was loud. read more
1 year ago
1 year ago
This is probably my favorite Thai restaurant in the Boston area! Food : 9/10 I have tried almost everything on the menu for the number of times I frequent this place. Every single dish has a rich flavor. A few of my usual dishes are the grilled flying squid (it's their one of their specials but I have had it like 3 times now this summer), pad thai, pad paa and any type of pork belly dishes. Their curry is very nice too if you'd like to try that. I am attaching a few dishes from our latest visit here. Service: 9/10 They are always super nice pay great attention to their guests. One caveat though is that I always come around 12:45pm on a weekend for lunch, so that maybe different from your experience on a busy Friday night. Nevertheless, our water is always filled, we never had to flag anyone down too hard, and food came out pretty quickly. Ambience & Location: 8/10 It is a casual small place for a tight group of friends or small family. They don't have a lot of room in the dining area. Still, I like the vibe here for a weekend lunch. It's not too fancy, too quiet or too loud. The area is walkable, and close to other businesses and shops. If you come by car you may need to find street parking on one of the smaller side roads. Overall, I of course highly recommend. I am a regular here, and I am quite happy to support a local place like this! read more
I'd like to think I'm Mahaniyom's #1 fan (for food recs scroll down, for thoughtful illustration keep reading). The first time I came here was off of a random recommendation from a friend. We came a little past prime dinner time without a reservation, but since it's a small place we still waited for a short time before getting seated (definitely try to come with a reservation, one time I waited about 45 minutes but I'd still say it was worth it). When I got in I was immediately impressed with the interior - dim moody lighting, with small candles lighting up each table, a little more light coming from the bar and a neon sign sitting on the wall, subtle details placed around the walls that grab your attention for a second when you see it, and Bumpin music. Overall an awesome vibe for a casual dinner with friends that feels cool, and is a little elevated not in a pretentious way but in a way that makes you feel like you're somewhere special. And even after coming several times, I still choose to sit against the wall so I can take a look around while waiting for my food and drinks to come around. I remember the first bite I had was their rambutan salad, and that's when I knew this place was gonna be awesome (my meals at Mahaniyom are never complete with this salad, it's so good). I don't think have never had a bad meal here. Their presentation of dishes are thoughtful, they put familiar flavors in unfamiliar contexts (I don't find stuff like crab curry or green papaya pad thai or pomelo salad in my local take-out spots), and they like to crank flavors all the way up. I've gotten to a point where I believe that anything I order at this place will be notably yummy. And of course no place is complete without an amazing team that makes it all happen. The kitchen and bar are very good and consistent, and the front of house is so attentive, friendly, and incredibly welcoming. I'm sure it comes with a lot of hard work but they're always smiling and never seem stressed - they know what their doing. I'll end by saying that this place has become a special part of my time in Boston (lived there for four years). I bring people here for special occasions whether it be celebrating a win, a graduation, a friend visiting town for the weekend, a farewell dinner (I had two here for my last week in Boston haha), or if I just want to make my night feel a little more special while ensuring that the taste buds leave 100% satisfied. Okay here are my food recommendations! At the top of my list, the things I get over and over again, and the things I recommend if it's your first time: yum som-o (I get this every single time I go and it's usually made with pomelo or rambutan, I don't know exactly what they put in here but I don't question it because it is so yummy but if I want to speculate a little I think the umami from the dried shrimp, almost caramel-sweetness from the toasted coconut, and kick from the chilis is what makes this a crazy flavor bomb for me), panang curry and/or massaman curry with beef (you will catch me spooning the plate clean after the meat is gone, and their morning glory (it's just a really good vegetable dish on its own). Next up are all the other things I've ordered that with a healthy bank account and unlimited stomach space I would also order every time I went: crispy chicken skins (it's honestly giving chips and guac for the table energy), the chive cake (crunchyyy), flying squid w/ spicy seafood sauce, pad thai (yes this is basic, but it definitely sits among my top pad thais of Boston), green papaya pad thai (noticeable difference mainly is the texture), the crab curry, and whatever dessert they have (I think it changes, but all the ones I've had were yummy). read more
3 years ago
This place was pretty good, had some downfalls but overall I recommend and i would come back. Food: - fried wings (4/5) mainly because its only two of them - beef curry(5/5) amazing and good level of spice - chicken pad thai (2/5) just was not it and the tofu mixed in different but flavor wasn't there - dessert (4/5) unique (had shallots on it) but overall good! Ambiance and service: Sat by the front window which could use a cleaning inside and out. Service started off good but really fell off bad towards the end. Roughly 15 minutes to get the check then another 15 to take the card. read more
2 years ago
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1 year ago
Ambiance was so so. Music was too loud couldn't have a decent conversation. Food was good only for the pork neck md the crab curry. The fried chives, seriously, I stopped eating after the first piece. Service was okay. A bit on the clumsy side as they forgot my polmelo salad. Dude, learn to write stuff down. Don't rely on your poor memory. All waitresses/waiters here should be instructed to rely on note of what their customers order rather than falsely believe their pathetic memory would serve them well. read more
Mahaniyom is a bit of a hidden gem in Brookline. Really enjoyed the Pad Thai, but the pork belly dish was the highlight. Definitely recommend trying it! Their Ya Dong is also worth a mention--it's a strong shot paired with coconut water, which makes for a unique experience. Overall, it's a great spot with a relaxed vibe, and I'm excited to go back. read more
The food is as good as it gets. Small tapas style plates. If this place was in Manhattan I could see each plate costing double the price. Most food is going to be on the spicy side. But it's full of mixtures of flavors coming together in a tastebud explosion. On top of the menu the have a bunch of amaOng specials too. No point reviewing each dish I had because it's all good. You can't go wrong with anything. Try this place now! Do yourself and try the tapioca dessert as well. It's very intense but so good read more
Love finding this place while driving one day. Thai tapas ... doesn't that sound amazing??? Ambience: Small ... but quaint. We made reservations. I think that you'd definitely need reservations ... especially on the weekend. Make sure to check out the bathroom. The art is really cool!!! Food: Some hits and some misses. Might just be from ordering error. Definitely want to go back to try more dishes. My faves were the following: the fried chicken skins, pad Thai with shrimp, and the beef massaman. Did not enjoy the pork jowl. Chose it based on another review. I can see how people would like it, but it just wasn't for me. The texture was just ... too chewy and fatty for me. Service: For being so busy, the service was great!!! Our server was extremely friendly and assertive. I wish she'd offer some suggestions on what to order, but besides that ... I really appreciated her. Price: Price was what you'd expect for a tapas place. Always pricier thank you'd like, but not pricey enough to keep you from going to these types of places. If you know what I mean. Anyway, my experience was really pleasant, and I'd love to go back and try some of the other dishes. They have so many things to offer, and I just love that!!! read more
This was my second time visiting Mahaniyom which says a lot since I like to visit new places most of the time. Oen the best Thai places in Boston. All our servers were super nice. The restaurant is cute but little small so best to make reservations before going. All the menu I tried were amazing and I don't think you could go wrong. read more
BOSTON'S HIDDEN GEM!!! food 5/5 - wow-- it's top 15 in Boston for a reason.! ambience 4.5/5 - perfect viby/pop music, not too loud for excellent conversation; over the summer, they have outdoor seating as well. Items I've tried: - fried chive cake: one of my faves; perfect crisp and depth of flavor profile - salt and pepper pork: new item, bursts of flavor all around - larb ped: rich; even non-duck lovers will enjoy this - beef massaman: delicious coconut based curry w a crisp roti; tapas portion for sure - green papaya pad thai: love this; and 100% worth trying; im not usually a health nut; just as delicious as the noodle based pad thai imo - pad thai: best in town, hands down - pad kra pow: clean/healthy take with incredible heat - beef panang: delicious - bbq and crispy pork: of all the items I've tried, this stood out least, although it's still the best crispy pork I've had in ages! price 4.5/5 - anticipate $30pp ++ for one app and one entree without drinks. Parking/Transportation: nearest is brookline village metered parking, conveniently off the Green T stop. Have visited at least every other month since its opening 2 years ago. Check out their instagram page for more lunch specials!! read more
Came here for dinner last minute and we were very pleased with everything we ordered! We recently went to Thailand and a lot of the dishes felt really authentic. We thought the portions were also very reasonable for tapas style. We got the chicken skins which was a nice appetizer. My favorite was the shrimp pad Thai! It was so flavorful. Massaman curry and crab curry were delicious- a bit on the spicy side. And the fried chicken was good too. We are looking forward to coming back! read more
Most dishes were really great, some I wouldn't order again (chives appetizer, mochi soup which was their only dessert option). Would go back again for their cocktails, definitely, which were really creative and not terribly overpriced (a big problem in Boston). Portion sizes were kinda small for the prices so probably will lean towards going to other favored Thai places in the future over Mahaniyom but enjoyed this experience! read more
1 year ago
8 months ago
Absolutely fantastic. It was great to indulge in these delectable thai tapas and share with those at my table. Their sauces are amazing, and while we didn't have a reservation, the hostess was be to get us a table. Super cute in inside and love their use of decor and lights. The food is great and definitely rememberable and would come here again. I came to this place off the suggestion of a co-worker and glad I did! read more
2 years ago
We were excited to finally get a reservation for this highly recommended Thai restaurant and we were not disappointed. Cozy, and intimate vibes with smaller tables sets the mood for the rest of the night, perfect for a date night. Service was attentive and did not hesitate to recommend their favorites. Pad Thai was excellent. Crispy pork belly was to die for. Would come back to check out the rest of the menu and explore the cocktail list! read more
7 months ago
beef massaman - 4.2/5 chicken ka-praw - 4/5 crab fried rice - 4.2/5 kang puu crab curry - 4.5/5 nice subtle flavor for curry bua loy pumpkin mochi w/coconut - 5/5 this was amazing, so good Good place for Thai small plates! Love their seasonal dessert - the bua loy pumpkin mochi with coconut that has the salty/sweet combo. I'm typically not a fan of that combo, but this was done very well. Of all the different plates I've tried, there wasn't one that was bad. In terms of drinks, it's been a hit or miss for me. Some drinks I've tried were decent, but others I've not been a huge fan of. The restaurant itself is really small. There's only around 4 small tables and some bar seating. It can get chilly in there in the winter time because they don't have a double door. In terms of ambience, they have pretty dim lighting and upbeat music playing. Fun vibes that make it a little more casual. Service is so-so. There were times where I had made a reservation, but still had to wait ~15 past the reservation time to get seated. There's street parking available in the area. Some spots are meter free. Finding parking a short walk away shouldn't be an issue. read more
I love the idea of Thai-style tapas. The restaurant can get pretty crowded, so make a reservation before you go. Chive Cake ($9): This was my favorite dish, and it's a must-order. These chive cakes are unreal! So crispy and savory. These are so unique and well done. Massaman ($13): This was my second favorite dish. Super rich and savory. I loved the tender beef. The roti went well with it. Kang Pu ($18): This dish was really good, but it is a little pricier than the others. I would say the other dishes are comparable to this one in flavor, so this one is less worth it. Kor Moo Yang ($13): The pork jowl was really tender and tasty. I liked the chive cake and massaman more, but this one is definitely good too. Between me and my fiancee, these 4 plates were enough. If you replace the kang pu (crab curry) with a cheaper dish, this place is actually quite affordable. This and DAKZEN take the top spots for my favorite Thai restaurants in the Boston area. read more
Such a cozy candlelit dinner! Staff was beyond nice and food came out so quickly. I sat at the bar with my bf and we split the pad Thai with chicken, crab curry, crispy pork over rice, and Brussels sprouts. The food was sensational, and I would recommend all these dishes!! I love trying Brussels sprouts different ways and these were my opinion best I've had in Boston Lou had a great time read more
This was by far the BEST meal I have had in Boston so far!!! Every single dish was so flavorful and delicious and all of the drinks were equally amazing! We got lots of different plates and shared: Chive cakes -- the texture of this was just perfect, they were so nicely cooked and the sauce it came with was the perfect pairing. Duck fried rice (one of the daily specials) -- when we heard about this special, we knew we had to order it. It was a little spicy, and all the veggies mixed in made it such a great dish. Plaa hed (mushroom salad) -- I didn't even know mushroom salad could be so amazing!!!! This was SO savory and delicious, and it was a huge hit! Massaman: MUST ORDER! Its hard to pick a favorite dish with everything being so yummy, but the beef in this was cooked so well and was so incredibly tender. We ate every last bit even though we were so full. Kang pu -- this was the crab curry, and it was a build your own vibe that came with noodles and veggies on the side. The flavors of the curry were on point, and they definitely did not skimp on the crab. Honestly, I generally leave good reviews but I really wish I could even give this place more than 5 stars. The food and service were both incredible. We made a reservation, which I would recommend especially for a weekend dinner! Also, you should definitely check out the bathroom while you're here. read more
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High top or standard seating? (Which is better?) ...and why would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!
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If I arrive early for my reservation, is there space to get pre-dinner drinks???? Lots of folks mention the space is small. Should I plan to go nearby or arrive closer to my ressie time?
Are there gluten free (not celiac) options?
What is their opening hour?
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