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    Sugar & Spice

    3.8 (958 reviews)
    ModerateThai, Vegan, Gluten-Free
    Open 11:30 am - 2:45 pm, 4:00 PM - 9:15 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Kang hung lay and white rice
    Scott G.

    Well, I had high hopes given the reviews. I believe that the food is technically very good, but some of the prep details weren't so good. Starting with a positive. The crab Rangoon was some of the best I've ever had! Excellent! The menu was also very impressive! The service was average - nothing super, nothing horrible. The server seemed like a nice lady. My entree was the kang hung lay. Not that great. The meat and the vegetables were both tender and flavorful. The most notable problem, though, was the eight or 10 small shards of something very hard in the meat. I don't know if it was cartilage or something else, but I don't believe it should've been there. The vegetables and the pineapple that were in the dish were overcooked and mushy. Overall, the entrée selection was a little disappointing. All in all, the meal was OK. The atmosphere is very, very loud. If I were to return, I'd probably stick with something a little more mainstream like the pad Thai.

    Chicken Yellow Curry
    Steven S.

    The pad Thai was really good and a huge portion. A lot of chicken and soy beans for that fresh crunch. Lots of crushed peanut included in the dish and a lemon wedge. As for the chicken yellow curry it was awesome as well. Large portion with big potato pieces. The perfect curry flavor. Rice was extra at 2 dollars. Service was quick but hard to park. Ambiance was amazing, friendly and excellent drinks as well.

    Kevin W.

    Sugar & Spice is hands down the best Thai spot in the Boston area. The menu is packed with unique dishes you don't see at most Thai restaurants, which makes every visit exciting. The Khao Soi Moo Krob was incredible--crispy pork belly in a rich, flavorful curry noodle soup that I'd definitely recommend. If you love Thai food and want something a little different from the usual, this place is a must-try. While everything here is amazing, definitely try something outside of the typical pad thai or drunken noodles. Promise you won't be disappointed.

    Isaac C.

    Sugar & Spice might be my new favorite restaurant in Cambridge. They were super busy tonight with both takeout and dine in orders, but everything still felt organized. Although I don't have pictures of all the dishes, the presentation was on point. I tried the sakoo sai gai, which had a mochi like texture and was filled with seasoned chicken bits, peanuts, and fried garlic. The menu was a little intimidating since there's so much to choose from, so I went with the classic pineapple fried rice to play it safe. Everything about the dish was perfect. The pineapple was super sweet and juicy. The rice had that nice wok flavor, slightly smoky and aromatic. I could see each individual grain, which is how I knew it was good fried rice. The curry powder added savoriness and subtle spice that balanced the sweetness of the pineapple.

    Summer Roll & Sausage
    Connie L.

    Sugar & Spice seemed promising, but the experience was average. The flowers they use to decorate their plates seem to be compensating for the dish components that fall short. For example, the summer rolls were tasty, but the sauce they served them with was very runny and sour. A more traditional peanut sauce would've been better. Also the Thai Tea was oddly thick? And no matter how much we mixed it, we couldn't get past the strange texture. I did enjoy the Pad Thai, but one would certainly hope a Thai restaurant would do a decent job with a staple dish like this. They did skimp on the shrimp pieces (which is disappointing since you pay for the protein separately). The service was fine. Overall, their food is mid and you can find better elsewhere.

    Outside
    Tiffany H.

    Very charming outside. Love the flower decorations. Unfortunately the outdoor seating was all booked so we had to sit inside. Definitely a different vibe. Better to sit outside. We went for lunch, since the place was busy so decided to give it a try. The menu is a bit convoluted, some menu on paper but full menu can be seen on yr phone. So better to ask the server for recommendations. I hate looking at a menu on my phone. We had a curry dish, pad tai n another noodle dish. All recommendations by the server. They were all good.

    Mango Sticky Rice
    Parita A.

    Came here on a Sunday night around 7pm and was pleasantly surprised to be seated almost immediately. The service was super quick and efficient. We tried a good mix of vegetarian dishes, and I was impressed by how many veg/vegan options were available on the menu. Vegetable Spring Rolls - These were just okay. Crisp and fresh, but nothing particularly memorable. Veggie Dumplings - delicious. Perfectly cooked and packed with flavor - 2 in each tray. Coconut Curry Soup - My first time trying this, and it was such a comforting bowl--sweet, tangy, and very satisfying. Pad Me Korat - Beautifully plated and flavorful. Not my personal favorite flavor profile, but still a solid dish. Mango Sticky Rice - A classic. Tasty, though I do wish there was more coconut cream on top (but that's a common gripe I have with most sticky rice desserts). Portions were generous, the space was buzzing but not chaotic, and overall, it was a solid, satisfying meal. I'd say it's more of a 3.75, but rounding up for the fast service and solid veggie options. Would definitely come back to explore more of the menu!

    Richard S.

    Very good Thai food/ we ate outdoors on a warm day but the food and ambiance were nice. Had 6 dishes- all nicely presented and tasty. Most had pad tai with chicken or pork - very tasty, reasonably priced. Street parking (if you can find it).

    Main dining
    Chris T.

    Cute spot down in porter square a block from the Porter Shopping Center. It's got booths and ample seating for dinner. The outside is definitely dated (older building) but inside is clean with AC! Service was quick and expedient, with a pleasant vibe! We ordered the following: + Crispy Chicken Basil - now this is a bit different than a lot of other places. Perhaps a different region of Thailand it's got the more tangy spicy flavor profile (fish sauce base) however this one was more of a sweet chili flavor profile. The chicken is sliced thin and was crispy. Portion was heavy so good for lunch the next day. I do prefer the spicer style basil sauce though. + Kow Soi Moo Krob The lady grabbed this to try as she typically likes Kow soi a lot. Broth had good flavor, tons of depth, creamy and generous portion size as well! Shareable! + Spicy Chicken Wings Crispy, moist and tossed in a sweet chili not so much spicy wings. The sauce was like the crispy chicken basil. + Crab rangoons I enjoyed these as well as their wrap was a style i prefer. Good crunch, nice chew and the filling had imitation crab meat, onions and cream cheese. + Thai Milk Tea Large - earthy Thai tea flavor, nice balance of sweetness and creaminess. Overall liked the space and service. I would have def preferred the southern Thai basil sauce more. Least what I'm told is more southern spicy style.

    Winni Z.

    The restaurant was packed and lively when my friends and I arrived. The service was friendly, but the food took a while to arrive. I thought the food was pretty mid. I thought the scallion pancakes were soggy and tasted like they were cooked from frozen. The meat was also difficult to chew. It's an okay option if you need a last minute place to grab dinner with your friends. Next time, I'd probably just order a plate of pad thai or pad see ew.

    Pad Mee Korat
    Alisha K.

    Located in the heart of Porter Square, Sugar & Spice is a beloved Somerville staple! Their menu displays an array of Thai dishes, all clearly labeled by region, and most of which have a vegan alternative!! Whenever I have friends visit, Sugar & Spice is always a stop on the itinerary. I must have tried about half the items on the vegan menu by now and have yet to be disappointed. Some favorites include the Vegan Kow Yum, Kow Soi, and Pad Mee Korat. And of course, the mango sticky rice is a must :D The service is always quick and the staff are super kind and attentive to table needs. Whether you're here for a casual lunch or dinner with friends, the big windows looking out onto the bright Somerville streets create a lovely atmosphere to enjoy your meal. Located right off the Porter T stop, and conveniently near the Porter Square shopping center with a large parking area, make sure you stop by Sugar & Spice on your next trip to Boston!

    Simply surprise
    Madeleine J.

    I need to come back ASAP! Completely lives up to the hype. Complex and unique flavors, and so many dishes that I wanted to try. Prices are pretty reasonable in my opinion. Only downside is that it gets busy, but the service was very fast and the waiters were really efficient. Ordered the taro dumplings and simply surprise for appetizers, and Kanom Jean Nam Ngiao and Kow Soi Moo Krob for entrees. The simply surprise and Kow Soi Moo Krob were my favorites, but everything was incredible.

    Sara Jieyi T.

    A solid Thai place that features dishes from different regions of Thailand! We loved giant squid, and the pad see ew was well made. However, as stated in the restaurant name, I find that most dishes here are sweeter than regular Thai dishes which is not really a preference of mine. Service is quick and friendly and it does get packed super quickly during lunch and dinner hours even though they have a good amount of seating ! Food: 7.8/10 Service: 8.5/10 Value: 7.5/10 Experience: 8/10

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    Excellent Thai iced tea, one of the best ones I've had. Crab rangoons were hands down the best.

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    Boonnoon Market

    4.6
    (154 reviews)
    1.5 mi
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    Huge Thai guy and can tell the good from the bad and good from great. This place is legit...I knew…read morewhen I saw curry puff on menu. Will have to go in person asap. Delivery had: Curry puff (great!) Pad Thai spicy (I tried to only get like 2-3 out of 5 spice but this thing packed heat regardless. Loved it and big portion. Chicken satay (great)

    Not sure what all the hype is about for this place! We ordered Thai fried rice, green curry and…read morefish cakes. Fish cakes were small and perfectly uniform - almost like they were frozen rather than prepared on site. Green curry had some spice but was mostly one note, there just wasn't much depth of flavor. Vegetables were all cut in huge hunks - both dishes had giant pieces of red bell peppers and onions. Fried rice was pretty bland and barely had any Chinese broccoli in it. Ambiance was bare bones - you order at the counter and they bring you your food and plastic side plates. Half the tables were stacked with boxes and bags of takeout orders. To top it off there's no bathroom, we were told to use the bathroom at another local business. If I'm gonna spend $60 somewhere, I expect to be able to wash my hands before eating and use the restroom. Perhaps there are some specialty dishes that we didn't try but this was my 2nd time ordering from here (I got take out once before) and both times the food was pretty bland. A truly underwhelming experience - especially when there are so many better restaurants in the area.

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    Black Ruby

    4.5
    (116 reviews)
    0.3 mi
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    Walked in on a Thursday 7p, and it looked busy with a few tables open. This establishment clearly…read moredisplays a sign restricting guests to 70min. Street-side metered parking is easily accessible, and you are just steps from the Avon Hill mansions! Vibe: relatively casual with bar, dining, and outdoor seating options. promptly greeted, seated, and served. Food 4.5/5: - I applaud them for their ingenuity integrating Thai flavors into American fare! Everything was very accessible. - I had the crispy basil burger ($20): minimally spicy, perfectly juicy, nice runny egg, not overpowering in flavor but just what I was hoping for, would get again - my friend had the massaman curry burger ($20) which had more cinnamon than I was expecting; solid burger but not genuinely massaman flavored - we shared the larb parmesan fries ($12): great potato fries with spicy larb sauce, but not anything to dream about - real star of the night was the mango sticky rice sundae ($13): I've had my fair share of these; and this was among the most satisfying ones I've had We didn't get drinks, but they looked incredible. In short, if you're looking for a good, $20 burger with a Thai twist or a delicious mango sticky rice in a casual atmosphere, Black Ruby has got you!

    When I was walking into my reservation for 7:15pm there was a long line of people waiting outside…read more(like 10-12). I was looking to go here for a while and thanks to my friend Erin, it came back into my radar. It's giving sleek but with character. Visually reminds me of the design of Krasi.The servers really are on your butt when it comes to ordering and everything to the point where I was like can yall chill please lol. In the first 10 minutes we were there, I swear they came to the table like 3-5 times. They are really trying to get people in and out which I get but maybe be a little less obvious about it. Otherwise, service was respectful and nice. The presentation of the drinks was also really nice. I got a pink float and that was like strawberry milk with a nice scoop of ice cream. It was so fun and childish I made sure to have every single sip. The person next to me even asked what I got. My friend got the thai martini and she said it was delicious and couldn't taste the alcohol which for her is dangerous lol. The burgers, which are what they are known for, were a site to see indeed. For the curry burger it essentially is a pool of curry with a split in half burgers sitting in it. I was afraid that the buns would be soggy and to my surprise it wasn't and was delicious with this nice mini crunch from the topping. I actually preferred my burger which was a Big Crunch and juicy with pickled mustard greens. I also realized my burger had curry sauce in it too. Special mention to the scallion fries, what came out was not what I expected but it was one of my favorites. We got two things listed as spicy on the menu but did not taste spicy above a level 1 or 2. In addition, the menu online does not list their drinks lol so make sure to look at the last page for dessert and the milk floats. The restaurant is right in Porter Square where there are also SO MANY other great options but would go again for food and fun drinks. Atmosphere 8 Food 8 Service 7 Thai Tea martini Pink milk float Scallion fries Mussels in red curry rice wine Khao soi burger Massaman burger

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    Noodle Market

    3.7
    (127 reviews)
    2.4 mi
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    Noodle craving on a cold day, so I checked this place out for lunch on a whim while running an…read moreerrand. It's cute and colorful with warm vibes. I was seated very promptly and had my order taken by a friendly server. The pho dac biet was okay, the broth was kind of lacking in depth and aromatics...but we are in Arlington, not the Dot or Quincy. The thing that put me off was the rare beef was a bit sour, so I fished it to the side and avoided it. The few tables around me seemed to like their dishes, but I personally won't be going out of my way to return.

    Tonight my mom friends and I had a night out at Noodle Market. It's not the typical trendy spot for…read morea ladies night out but it was perfect for a frigid evening when you just want to wear comfy clothes, be warm, and not stray far from home. One friend is a regular and she got her usual entree with a bunch of substitutions to accommodate her food intolerances (poor thing!), and the staff was very kind as usual. Another friend got the duck which is her favorite dish (she was happy with it!). I got spicy green beans and chicken and it was very flavorful and just the perfect level of spicy for me. Two of us ordered the hot sake (it's in the teens today!). The hot sake is actually a nicer brand than you sometimes get. It had a nice clean finish and maybe went down a little too easily! The best part about our dinner was that the staff let us stay and chat for hours without rushing us out. It was not a crowded evening being so cold but it was a very pleasant experience. My family has been coming to noodle market since we first bought our home in town in 2018. It's our go to place for pho when someone is sick. It doesn't have the most flavorful broth I've ever had but it is always fresh so we keep ordering it. Sometimes you just want clean healthy food and that's what you'll find at noodle market.

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