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I am somewhat of a Thai fanatic/guru and when I saw the crazy menu this place had, I had to order. Pad Thai spring rolls? Genius and a must try. The Basil Sausage Pasta is so good and bring a napkin because you will sweat. Can't wait to try in person.
I was excited to try Black Ruby on my recent trip to Boston and made a res for noon on a Saturday. Definitely would recommend making a res as there were only bar seats for walk ins when I went. We shared the Tom Yum Shrimp Pasta and Massaman Curry Burger. Both were pretty good but the pasta was delicious. Loved the spicy creamy tom yum inspired sauce that paired well with the fettuccine pasta, shaved parmesan, and tender shrimp. The sauce was really flavorful with a nice spicy kick that was mellowed out with cream. So so good and very addicting. The burger was ok but came out a little lukewarm even though it was sent out super quickly once we ordered. The curry sauce was yummy but the burger itself was a bit dry and bland and the fact that it wasn't hot didn't really help the flavor. I also got the Thai coconut coffee which was ok the sweeter side but nice to have to drink alongside the pasta. Would come back just for the pasta and maybe try an app or 2. The burger was a pass for me but definitely worth a try for creative Thai fusion food in Cambridge.
I came here for dinner recently and had a lovely time! If you're going around peak dinner times (6-8pm), I highly recommend reservations. Service was really quick and polite. I got their lemongrass shrimp ceviche and their green curry grilled beef rigatoni + their mango sticky rice colada to drink. The shrimp ceviche came out beautifully presented and a good portion. While I wish there was a bit more of the lemongrass flavor (I didn't really taste the lemongrass in it at all), it wasn't bad. The green curry rigatoni was really creamy, rich, and such a delicious fusion dish. However, I did think that their steak was a bit too tough and overdone. Their mango sticky rice colada drink was SO good. Overall, absolutely amazing and I will have to come back to try their burgers!
Walked in on a Thursday 7p, and it looked busy with a few tables open. This establishment clearly displays 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!
Classy sleek yet casual ambiance for lunch. Service was friendly and we were seated quickly. We got the massaman burger and the chicken satay sandwich, as well as the larb Parmesan fries and mango sticky rice sundae! The massaman burger was juicy and soaked with all the flavors in the sauce. The burger buns were very fluffy and the chicken satay was well flavored. The fries were nice and crunchy. Solid meal for a reasonable price!
Black Ruby completely exceeded my expectations. The idea of Thai-American fusion with craft burgers and pasta sounded intriguing, but the food was genuinely impressive. Our favorites were the Mussels in Red Curry Rice Wine, Red Curry Bolognese, Massaman Beef Burger, and Mango Sticky Rice. Each packed with flavor and executed beautifully. The Thai Iced Tea was also excellent, while the Thai Ice Espresso Martini just wasn't for me. The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, and the restaurant itself was clean, cozy, and inviting. The only downsides were that they had run out of their sourdough brioche buns, which I was excited to try, and reservations were tough to get as we had to book about a month in advance. Even so, it's easy to see why this place is so popular. I'll definitely be back and hopefully try some of the burgers with those sourdough buns next time.
I have to admit, given all the hype, I was expecting a bit more from Black Ruby. My friends and I came on a Thursday night with a reservation, and the restaurant was packed. Now, I suspect this might due in part because of the hype + location + thai/american fusion flavor, but even with a reservation we still ended up waiting about 30 minutes to be seated. Unfortunately, the service throughout dinner wasn't much better. Between the three of us, we ordered the scallion fries (which, for anyone wondering, aren't actually fries tossed in scallion oil or dressing), the fried calamari, the red curry Bolognese, the green curry pasta with steak, and, of course, the much-hyped Massaman burger. The fried calamari was probably the weakest dish. It had a fishier taste than I expected, and the breading was fairly greasy and tended to fall off. The scallion fries were good, though not especially memorable. Of the entrées, we preferred the green curry pasta over the red curry Bolognese, though both became a little heavy after a while. The Massaman burger was solid, but not quite the standout I was hoping for. Across the dishes, our biggest takeaway was that the curry sauces all leaned fairly rich and salty without much contrast. A little acidity or citrus would have gone a long way in brightening the flavors. Overall, Black Ruby was good, just not quite as memorable as I expected. Nothing we ordered really wowed us, but it's still a perfectly solid spot if you're in the area. I'd be open to coming back, though I'd probably try some different items if we were ever around Harvard Square.
Fries were good, the sauce they came with was quite unique. The burger flavor was good and very filling. The sauce the burger came with was yummy but the taste became boring after a while. I really loved the pickles in the burger though! Would come back again, but probably not for the same burger.
When I was walking into my reservation for 7:15pm there was a long line of people waiting outside (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
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.
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.
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.
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!
7 months ago
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
9 months ago
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
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
4 months ago
While the food was pretty good the service was definitely lacking. I'm not sure if they were having an off night or just need to adjust their front of house staffing but it seemed like there was way too much going on for the FOH staff. It took about 20 minutes to get a glass of wine after we ordered it while sitting at the bar because it looked like the bartender was having to make desserts for a while. We also had the appetizer delivered but got no napkins or utensils until after we ate the app with our hands and we still had to ask for them since we knew we couldn't eat the pasta with our hands. The food was really good and I would order takeout from here but I wouldn't return to dine in unless some changes are made. 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
7 months ago
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
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
11 months ago
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
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
1 year ago
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
4 months ago
Went here with a group of friends & definitely will be coming back! The food is delicious, the ambience is perfect in terms of low light setting & where the music is low enough where you can hear & have convos!! read more
Definitely a cool fusion type of place that combines Thai with a variety of other cuisines. The obvious draw is the fusion between burgers and Thai flavors. Most patrons seemed to be ordering one of the burgers off the menu as opposed to the other dishes. The menu is pretty big. There seems to be a number of salads and apps to pick from. The pad thai spring rolls were pretty good. Worth a try. Definitely one of the cooler fusion ideas. Calamari was ok. The garlic beef burger was my favorite. I also tried the pork larb burger and the crispy basil burger. The latter comes with a fried egg on top. All of the burgers had a unique flavor. Tom Yum pasta was pretty spicy which was another highlight. Service was great. The atmosphere is pretty good too. Clean restrooms as well. Overall it's worth a try just to sample all the fusion options. There's a novelty to this place. read more
One of my best favourite meals of 2025 so far! The burgers were delicious, so much flavour with and cooked perfectly. We tried the crispy basil and the Khao soi burgers. The Khao Soi was my favourite because the sauce was so tasty!! The seasoned fries were so hit when they arrived and were crispy but soft in the inside. The onion were also nice, not always on a menu but I really like them. Only complaint I have was the sides just came with ketchup but would have preferred a different sauce with them. The mango sticky rice was very nice! There was vanilla ice cream with it on top too! The service was quick and the restaurant was booked out. Definitely need to book in advance! Overall, I will definitely be back to try more burgers! read more
Went there again and got the khao soi burger again, which was as good as I remembered it to be. This time, we also got the basil and sausage pasta to share. The spice level was right for me (I typically go for mild, and this wasn't too spicy for me) and I really enjoyed the dish overall. It was another enjoyable Black Ruby meal, thanks! read more
Was in town and hadn't had lunch yet. Black Ruby was on our list sped decided to pop in for a quick late lunch. The restaurant was bright and clean. It was pretty busy for a Sunday at 2pm. The staff was friendly. We ordered the corn nuggets - which were delicious! Sweet & a bit spicy with the honey mustard. They came out super hot (so really fresh!). I ordered the garlic Thai burger and my husband had the Thai larb pork burger. Both were so good. Hot, juicy, messy and had all the best Thai flavors expected from the description. Definitely would love to come back and try some of the others on the menu next time we're in the area. read more
This is a place of Thai Flavors that you won't experience anywhere else in the city! There's no amount of words that would be able to convey the amazing flavor profiles, but I can only say that it's a must try place! My friend and I ordered three plates to share: the Khao Soi Beef Burger, Tom Yum Shrimp, and Red Curry Bolognese. The sourdough brioche buns are fresh and actually made by the bakery next door. The burger is definitely the star of the meal. Who knew that Khao Soi flavors could perfectly fuse into a burger! No sauce was left behind and it'll make you want to try the other craft burgers. The pasta dishes were also flavor bombs. It's the Thai Italian fusion you didn't know you needed. I loved the heat that came from the Tom Yum Shrimp, it wasn't too powerful but just right. The grape tomatoes and mushrooms absorbed so much sauce. And the red curry bolognese had the perfect amount of meat sauce that coated each pappardelle noodle. The servers were so sweet and attentive. The ambiance was sexy, moody, and modern with the low lighting, gold accents, and dark colored decor. I arrived at the restaurant around 5PM on a Thursday with no issues for street parking. There were plenty of street parking available outside of the restaurant. I would definitely come back again! read more
3 months ago
My first time at the Black Ruby Thai restaurant, I love my Thai Larb Burger, very different! Love it! Will be back read more
Nice contemporary ambiance, friendly service and delicious sandwiches, I had the crispy basil beef burger, juicy with little kick, my wife had the thai bbq pork burger, she said it was delicious, tasty and juicy. Our friends had the green curry chicken sandwich with fried egg plant, it was crunchy and had good kick (hot spicy) and the Thai garlic beef burger, tasty and delicious. All were good, good service and clean and modern ambiance. Only street meter parking in busy area, we were fortunate to find street parking after circling the area twice, on a non-busy day, and side streets are resident parking w/resident sticker... parking is limited unless you wish to walk a distance or take the mass transit bus. read more
1 year ago
Everything was super delicious! I definitely recommend making a reservation, because they are usually pretty busy. The calamari came with a yummy sauce and was cooked perfectly. The tom yum shrimp had a strong flavor and juicy shrimp. The burger was also juicy with a nice kick! And the workers were very friendly- they went out of their way to get us a table last minute. It's a cozy space with a nice ambience. I will definitely be back! read more
4 months ago
Will start with saying how accommodating the staff was to a late walk in. The reservations had been booked for weeks ahead of the night we planned to visit, but the website encouraged walk ins so that was our plan! Unfortunately we didn't realize the kitchen closes at 9pm so were cutting it tight arriving at 8:20, yet they found us a spot at the bar - and thank goodness. We came to try the winter special Massaman Burger which was everything we dreamed, the curry sauce to dip was amazing (wish there was more!). The green curry fried chicken sandwich was just as good if not better, flavors were dancing and yet perfectly balanced. Unfortunately scallion fries had run out so we couldn't try those and got plain instead, those were very thick but just fine. To drink we had the mango sticky rice colada which balanced sweet and savory taste, plus the Thai tea martini which was delicious. Overall the food was absolutely on point and some of the best we've had in Boston. read more
If you r looking for the restaurant that has NYC upper east side vibe, come here! I was so amused by the quality of food, the atmosphere and service at Black Ruby. They also have plenty street parking I got the green curry and the signature burger, so delicious! Highly recommend, I will be back for the drink option read more
7 months ago
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The menu is awesome and the service was really fast. Would recommend making reservation in advance. read more
8 months ago
Been to Black Ruby several times now and it never disappoints. Every burger I've tried has been super rich in flavor and I've had them all. The pork lard burger is a must, don't sleep on it. The shrimp ceviche also blew me away. The mix of flavors was incredible. Solid spot, keep going back for a reason. read more
9 months ago
This is an interesting concept but definetely needs some fleshing out in terms of creating cohesive and flavorful dishes. So, I wanna give it a 3.5 as it sadly ended up being a bit gimmicky. The Massaman Burger is a pretty standard burger served in a Massaman curry sauce. Rather than tasting like a cohesive dish, it was really just a burger dipped in curry. The burger itself was solid but nothing memorable. The Green Curry Chicken Sandwich was a good fried chicken sandwich. The green curry flavor was a bit underwhelming. However, the fried chicken itself was delicious. Ultimately , I won't be trying to mesh Thai and American food and will just stick with the tried and true originals. read more
The ambiance was lovely, nice holiday decor. Service was quick and friendly. We knew what we wanted to order from watching videos on tik tok haha, and the order did not disappoint! The pumpkin thai latte was decadent and rich. Such a lovely drink that I KNOW I will have random cravings for in the future. The burger was a very fun assembly of different flavors and textures. It was just as scrumptious as it was visibly appealing. The pasta was also delicious but personally not my favorite array of flavors (though I can see it being a hit with others). The mango sticky rice sundae was something I knew I was ordering the second I saw it on the menu. What a BRILLIANT idea! I will order mango sticky rice whenever it is on a menu but to add ice cream to it? Amazing. Was also a big fan of the cream added on top of the ice cream, helped to cut through the sweetness (which to be fair wasn't all that sweet to begin with). Wonderful dessert. Prices were very reasonable for the portion sizes and quality of the food. It's street parking which can be a hassle but was lucky to get a spot right by the front of the restaurant. It's right by Porter Sq so easy to commute to or you could park at the Porter Sq Shopping Center and walk over. read more
5 out of 5 stars. Overall I really enjoyed the food here and thought the flavor combinations were good and the food was cooked well. The food came out in a timely manner, and most of the dishes came out super hot. The green curry and ribeye pasta was especially good. I will be back and look forward to trying the rest of their menu. read more
2 years ago
Not bad, but didn't live up to the hype. Didn't have to wait at all for a table on a Saturday evening when we walked in which was great. Tried the Thai tea spritz which didn't visually remind us of Thai tea by looking at it but definitely surprised us with the flavor. We tried the calamari - can't complain but not especially standout - as well as one of the burgers and the cod pasta. Cod was definitely overcooked and dry. Good to try once, not worth a return. read more
First review of the year. Let's go! After being MIA for a bit, my boyfriend and I were super excited to check out Black Ruby, the newest Thai fusion spot in Cambridge. The concept of blending Thai flavors with burgers and pasta caught our attention right away. The restaurant itself is super chic, and overall, we'd give our experience a 4/5. We ordered a Thai tea float, a Thai beer, and calamari for appetizers, followed by the Tom Yum pasta and Khao Soi burger for our entrees. We finished the meal with a mango sticky rice sundae. Everything was flavorful and creative, but a few things kept it from being a full five-star experience. The Tom Yum pasta was the highlight, with a perfect balance of spicy, tangy, and cheesy flavors, but the shrimp was a letdown. I ordered extra shrimp, only to find that they were butterflied with the shells still on, making them overcooked and difficult to eat. The Khao Soi burger was another standout, and my boyfriend thought it would have been perfect with more of the khao soi sauce. The mango sticky rice sundae was the best part of the meal. The vanilla ice cream took it to the next level, making it even more addicting. On the downside, the Thai tea float was mostly ice, and the ice cream on top was a bit too icy. The calamari was delicious but came in such a small portion that we finished it in minutes. Service was efficient but not particularly engaging, which wasn't a huge issue but didn't add to the experience either. For the price, we expected just a bit more, but Black Ruby is a great addition to the area with a creative menu. We might be back to try other dishes, but we're not in a hurry. If you go, definitely try the mango sticky rice sundae. read more
Came here on a Thursday evening and with no resy. Thankfully we were able to get seated at a table without an issue. The staff here were very friendly and the ambiance was lovely. The food was very tasty. I love Thai food and having that incorporated into different dishes was quite a treat. Will definitely be returning to try some of their other dishes. read more
10 months ago
Masaman burger -- exquisite. Lovely place. Will be visiting again. The larb fries were also yummy. read more
11 months ago
The food here is AMAZING! The fusion is perfect. I loved the massaman burger, the sauce it came in was so tasty, the only thing is the sourdough bun was a bit hard to cut/made it hard to eat the burger all together. So I'd maybe recommend doing the brioche bun instead. The thai tea and mango sticky rice sundae were so so yum, I would honestly go back just for the thai tea. Seating was quick, service was good, but food doesn't all come out together. Vibes were good! It's a pretty small space but really good food. read more
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