Overall: OK Thai food, and a bit disorganized service. Our party of 2 was seated within 15 minutes, and they seemed to have a relatively fast turnaround time whenever there was a wait. We ordered thai iced tea, pad kee mow with tofu, the spring rolls, and the vegetarian soup. The noodles were fine, but the soup was quite bland and whatever flavor it did have was not good. They brought out the food in really odd orders. The appetizer (spring rolls) were brought out last, and the drinks we ordered came thirty minutes after the rest of the food was served (and we had to remind them twice to bring them out). The Thai iced tea wasn't even all that good, and tasted a bit chalky almost. Also, it was a bit odd because we had been to be seated and ordered from the table, but were required to pay right away from the table before the food came (so it wasn't a counter-pay, nor a pay after service). Probably won't come back here, it was quite average. read more

Great food! A bit spicy for me but would go back! Had the pad Thai and Thai iced tea which were both good and vegan if you ask!

They deserve every bit of hype they get from locals and food writers. Although we are not Thai and were born in America, the street style food and overall charm from leaning into the street style really hit a craving for us. Something about a smart use of a small space and sharing a table packed with food on little stools while watching a huge flatscreen of some travel food program reminded us of where we would eat while visiting family in Asia. Every item we ordered was a treat and surprising in the depth and complexity of flavors! Dishes would change as they cooled down (we were served our entire order within 10 minutes and everything was piping hot) and absorbed sauce or were doused in the chilis they provide. My personal standouts were any of the noodle soups (if you like Cantonese street foods I think you will particularly enjoy the ba mee moo dang), specialty drinks, chive cakes, and Thai chili andouille sausage. For the price, you won't be as full and have as good quality food, and I think you will find it especially special if you long for Asian (if not specifically Thai) street food culture. read more

DAKZEN - sai ua, gui chai tod, moo yaw tod, pad see ew, khao soi, and ba mee moo dang - Thai Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

Cute restaurant with great food! The restaurant is pretty self-serving, but everything is close to each other so it's not a hassle. The only issue is the wait/amount of space - there's a really limited number of tables and seats so it's likely you're going to have to wait even if you go at a non-traffic time. Otherwise, delicious food! read more

Best pad thai I've had in Boston... maybe the best I've ever had. Authentic and delicious at a great price. Staff are super friendly too!

We have been to this restaurant no less than 10 times. We absolutely love the food - very authentic Thai food, as good as the better restaurants in Asia. Flavourful and just the right portions. Note though that this is quite a small outfit so you probably have to wait for a table at peak times - usually not a long wait though. read more

I was craving some crispy pork belly and decided to check this place out. They did not disappoint. I told them what I was in the mood for and they suggested khao grapow and it was delicious! Crazy spicy hot and tasty. Go get some! read more

Amazing Food!! One of the few places that actually serves Khao Soi and it's absolutely delicious every time I have it! The broth is extremely flavorful and has the right amount of heat! Must try!! read more

A hidden gem in Somerville, if you ever been to Thailand and had the noodle there, you will love this place! Dakzen serves up the most tastiest and most authentic noodle you be able to find outside of Siam! I got the boat noodle with thin rice noodle, ahearty dark broth and crispy pork skin on top! Not to mention their thai iced tea, its a must try! read more

DAKZEN - Thai Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

I've had better meals when eating in then taking out, so I'd start there. It's not full service but they bring your food to you, and has a nice sunny vibe inside. Eating it fresh and hot is kinda important given how rich the food is and I've found that if you let it sit too long in its sauce and cool down it isn't the same. Probably not that healthy. But the healthy options, like the Chinese broccoli, is delicious. read more

I've been to Dakzen twice now and still don't understand the hype. I've tried several noodle and rice dishes and they've pretty much always been somewhat dry or bland, plus portion sizes are smaller than typical Thai restaurants in the area. Just didn't wow me at all for how much people seem to love it. Especially the pad kee mao, one of my favorite dishes, which was extremely underwhelming. Maybe the soup is what I should be getting but if you want a classic Thai noodle/rice dish, I would not come here. read more

The food is Ok. I ordered a seafood noodle soup (forgot the exact name) and the shrimp was falling apart (taste like it was over cooked or simply old). The price is cheap but the portion is also smaller than normal. Right after you order, you are asked to pay (including tip; which is odd because you wouldn't know what their service is like at this point). They also don't allow you to split the bill on multiple cards; so remember to tell them in advance if you want to split the bill. In term of service; there's minimal. The staff brings you the food and processes the bill. You have to get your own water, napkin, utensil, etc. Once you're done, you have to bring your trash/plate/bowl/utensils to the disposal area. read more

Genuine, authentic, almost as if a direct import from Thailand. You won't find another Thai restaurant that comes close to authenticity as Dakzen. Portion is smaller (just like in Asia) Come early as the restaurant is small. PS: under dessert, there are two 'shaved ice' (pung yen) - go with the more expensive version as it is more worth it. The cheaper version is shaved ice with syrup, the more expensive one includes sweet corn and other goodies read more

I've gotten the khao soi twice since I started coming here. Super savory, reminds me of laksa which I really miss, and the crispy noodles are a nice touch. However, the crispy pork belly was inconsistent -- overcooked/fried this most recent time. Not sure if I'd get it again given it's $2 extra. Plenty of other dishes to try though! read more

Wow! So yummy! The Khao Soi was rich, creamy, delicious and the pickled veggies were a great touch. Husband had the Pad See Ew and that was also delish! Can't wait to go back! read more

Wow - really awesome noodles, fresh and flavorful. Great service. Excellent prices ($8.95 for a whole bowl of filling noodles). Highly recommend! read more

This place is currently in soft-mode status which made us feel very on-trend to begin with. There was a bit of a wait, but that made total sense and there was plenty of AC. We we're seated pretty quickly by the friendly staff. The menu is cool and smartly short. We got some apps and Pad Thai. The spring rolls were great (as was the sauce). Pad Thai was some of the best I've ever had. It was not too heavy. I definitely could have eaten more, so feel free to increase your portions . I also love pay when you order places so you can just leave when you're done. One thing: change your logo. It is very 90s Nickelodeon. Although maybe that subconsciously lures in us Millennials. Overall, I hope you stay in business . read more

Consistently really great food! I always get either the Pad See Ew or the Pad Kee Mow. I usually ask for the dish to be less spicy because I hate to admit it but I'm a wimp. But there's always no problem with that - they always accommodate my request which is great. Anyway, both dishes have super fresh veggies and are very light and tasty. I usually order vegetarian and the noodle/veggie ratio is perfect. Anyway, can't recommend Dakzen enough - def try it out! read more

Best Thai in Boston! Worth crossing the river for this food. I strongly recommend the pad see ew and the kao soy

Really delicious stuff and some dishes aren't found on your typical Thai restaurant menu. Service fast and friendly. The hostess patiently walked us through some of the various menu offerings. Portions are a bit small, but everything was well priced for what you get! read more

I came to this restaurant many times because the food and service were great.i dont what had happened now.i asked for a small bowl of soup they want to charge me 2$ for it ...like really now ?! For a small bowl of soup.after i tipped more than 20% and also asked me to remember to bring the dishes to the tray and clean up afterward like i cant read the sign right infront of me.sadly that was probably my last time i visit to eat. read more

DAKZEN is a lovely little place with an amazing staff and delicious food! This is my first time coming here, but my friends have been a multitude of times and they keep coming back. One of my Thai friends and her family come to DAKZEN often and it's one of their favorites for Thai food! Food: First off, I like that the menu is easy to read and tells you all the main ingredients in it (because I don't know much about Thai food). Anyways, I got the pork boat noodle (no spicy because I can't handle heat) and it was incredibly flavorful! I wasn't sure if it would be too much, but it balanced out very well with all the different ingredients in it. The meat was tender and overall the dish was great. We also got the curry puffs which were a delight to eat (but hot so be careful). Staff: The staff are very friendly and kind. They speak English and Thai so you know it's authentic ;). The server forgot one of our drinks which was no big deal as we reminded him, and when he came back, he gave us a complimentary Thai iced tea for forgetting. How thoughtful!! Though I was say, the Thai iced tea is a little too sweet for me, but nonetheless, good. Overall, I would definitely come here again and I recommend this place if you're in an adventurous food mood! read more

Literally a hole in the wall, with seats that are like rocks. BUT was it worth it? Absolutely, best food ever. A real treat not to miss in Davis Square! read more

I was craving some Pad Thai so very badly. I ordered from this place through Uber eats. It was made fast and got her in 30 min which was amazing. EXCEPT. The shrimp was absolutely disgusting. I tried to eat it because I did pay $11. After a few bites I suddenly get extremely nauseated. I don't know what it is. The shrimp didn't taste like shrimp.the pad Thai was overall good. I just don't recommend the shrimp at all read more

The food was delicious, I ordered the pad see ew (hopefully I spelled that right), AMAZING. I think it was probably one of the best pad see ews I've ever had. The aesthetic of the entire restaurant is really cute too, I like how it's small and quaint. Kinda like a coffeeshop vibe, I dig it. Definitely will come back again :)) read more

Great new spot in Somerville with a variety of great options for vegetarians and vegans!

What a great addition to the Somerville restaurant scene! My husband and I went in there yesterday and each got the Khao Soi. The broth in this is just incredible, and spicy enough that I didn't need any of the condiments they put out on the tables. It's one of the best noodle soups/curries I've eaten in a really long time. The restaurant is small so seating is limited but the food is amazing and reasonably priced so it's definitely worth a bit of a wait. Can't wait to go back! read more

The food here is AMAZING, and really reasonably priced. Everything I've had here is delicious. A lot of people don't know that they also serve breakfast, which is totally worth checking out as well. The only reason I don't give it 5 stars is that it is pretty stressfully crowded. We don't like ordering ahead via app, and don't mind waiting for dinner. The problem is that the waiting area is small and uncomfortable, with people pushing by. This is exacerbated by the fact that the water and utensils are self-serve, and you bus your own table. I don't mind this normally, but it is so crowded that it is always unpleasant to push through the crowd. It is also VERY cold inside in the winter, with a blast of cold air that comes with every entrance/exit, and a tiny space heater not offsetting it. (It is unbearably cold in the waiting area and quite cold at many of the tables as well.) At the end of the day, though, the food is worth it and all of the employees we've met have been attentive and kind. I write the above to say that you might want to try the app or going during off-peak hours to avoid the rush. Do stop by though- I dream about this food! read more

Beef boat w/ rice vermicelli Super delicious Price is fair Friendly service Great place read more

Went here mid afternoon on Sunday during the soft opening and had the Sai Ua and the Baa Mee Moo Dang. The food was very fresh, vibrant, and delicious. The soup base was extremely good and I can't wait to try more of their food offerings in the future. Service was kind and helpful. read more

I like it. It came to my attention as a suggestion of yelp, and I am gladly accepted it. You should definitely give a try to this place. I liked the food and atmosphere. Clean and fresh! And Tasty!!! Good place to come over after a long day at work! read more

After a long time i found amazing Thai food ! I had Drunken Noodles and they were amazing. Wait time was long.

Absolutely by far the best Thai food in the area! Pad ke Mao was amazing!!! The shrimp dumplings were cooked to perfection . Khao soi was average, very chewy chicken, would have given them a 5 star otherwise read more

Small unassuming restaurant with partial self-service and some reasonably priced Thai food. I felt the Thai iced tea was a little too sweet for my liking, but was ok otherwise. I got khao grapow with chicken and extra veggies. The extra veggies translated to three pieces of sweet corn. I could barely smell the holy basil I was able to adjust the spice levels appropriately with the chillu peppers and condiments on the side. The fried egg tasted good. The others in our party got the Khao soi which I tasted. The curry was a little too sweet with average flavor. read more

I didn't enjoy the food at all, I'm actually shocked at all the ratings before me. Portions were small, and I would prob never eat here again. read more

Great food at a super reasonable price. Rice noodles are excellent and super sticky. I think this is the best Thai I've had in Boston.

Worst food in Somerville. The man who served us and took our order had no personality. I had chicken and broccoli which you would think would be easy. The chicken tasted like it was a week old and rubbery. The broccoli was under cooked and the food was almost cold. I would never go back. read more

The spicy noodle is really spicy, get their soymilk with it! Curry balls were also very yummy

We loved Dakzen, it's just sad that the food quality isn't the same when they just opened... The taste has changed... I can tell they definitely changed their chefs. Its disappointed one year in, I found myself again got lost into what authentic Thai food is.. I thought it was Dakzen, but not the case for my last visit. Disappointed. We had the same gra prow and Tom yum noodle soup... The taste ain't the same. read more

Love this place! The food is authentic and delicious. You can't get better crispy porkbelly anywhere else! read more