Delicious! Highly recommend the beef massaman or beef panang - they are kind of similar though so would recommend only ordering one of the two. The pad thai is also tasty- a lot more moist than normal pad thai. I liked the fried chive cakes; they taste similar to Korean chive pancakes. Salt and pepper pork has a slight kick to it. I liked it but was more excited by the other dishes. All in all great experience! read more

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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. read more

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"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. read more

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Mahaniyom absolutely lived up to its Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition -- this was a truly delicious, memorable dining experience. The restaurant is small, which definitely adds to how hard it is to snag a reservation, but the food, service, and vibe make it completely worth it. The Thai menu is served in a more tapas-style format, encouraging you to try a variety of dishes -- and you should. Standouts for us were the pomelo salad (bright, fresh, perfectly balanced) and the massaman curry, which I can confidently say is the best Thai curry I've ever had in my life. No exaggeration. Cocktails were Thai inspired and delicious. Service was impeccable -- our server was attentive, kind, and clearly passionate about the food. Add in the cozy atmosphere and a playlist full of great 2000s throwbacks, and the whole experience felt warm, fun, and effortless. One of my absolute favorite restaurants in the Boston area, hands down. Can't wait to come back. read more

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The food is mostly on the salty side especially the morning glory. The drinks are great, they're well balanced. The atmosphere is nice if it's not packed with people standing by the doorway. read more

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Greeted with the statement that our reservation had the table for an hour and a half. Within 5 minutes was pressured for the whole older after initially trying to order a drink and one dish to start. We were done with the table in 45 minutes, rushed the whole time. Good food and drinks, disappointing overall experience. read more

Everything was really good and quick service. The place gets super busy so def need reservations. They do let you know when your time is up for the next guests as well. Parking is street and we came On a Sunday night so not too bad. The only caveat I would say is the lack of hot sauce flavors. Thai food can be spicy but none of our dishes had that extra kick if you know what I mean. Siracha was an option but wish they had more authentic hot sauce choices for all these fabulous dishes. read more

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We only ordered takeout, but overall everything was delicious and well seasoned. The only dish that was just okay for us was the pad thai--it was fine, but a bit lacking in flavor compared to the other items we ordered. When we picked up the food, the inside of the restaurant looked really nice and it was very busy for a Friday night, so I'd definitely recommend reservations on the weekends. Overall, we had a great experience and will definitely be coming back to try more dishes! read more

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Really hard to book a reservation but food is amazing!! Even the basic dishes taste slightly different from other Thai restaurants. I really like the Thai iced tea too. read more

Mahaniyom - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Brookline, Massachusetts

Finally ate here in person and they really didn't disappoint. We walked in at around 4:50pm for early dinner for 2 and sat at their open seating high top table. Our food came out so quickly and was SO GOOD. The staff was super nice and accommodating to allergies too. We got the duck larb, pork cheeks, and tofu. Everything was great. The tofu was really mild and subtle but a great balance to the larb and pork cheeks. Definitely recommend. read more

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Came out with a group of friends and was really curious on the concept of Thai tapas, but the execution was fantastic. It's a really busy and packed place, so expect to be a bit squeezed together, but the vibes and music are great. The service was fast, they weren't the nicest, but in general it was fine. We ordered the khao tang na tung, crab fried rice, beef panang, yum som, and a few other things I'm probably forgetting. Everything was fantastic, the salad was definitely the star of the show, would definitely recommend! read more

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Small, loud, dark restaurant that easily gets crowded anytime but somehow, the wait staffs are always so attentive and friendly. One of the best customer service. I would recommend this restaurant for a date or hanging out with friends, more for the younger crowds who doesn't need extreme fluorescent lights like a corporate office just to see what they're eating or reading their menu. Also to note, its cramped but not as bad as NY where you have to share your table with other parties. Oysters - Cotuit (Nantucket, MA) - highly recommend if you eat raw oysters. All the side sauces are great with local oysters and I love that it's from Nantucket. Just thinking of it is making me crave it. Adding fried onions gave it a nice crunch to just traditional raw Northeastern oysters. Pad Thai - delicious and perfectly seasoned. Not a lot and not overall sweet. If you have a peanut allergy then just let them know to not include any. For those who with tree-nut allergen, you will be fine with this dish. I like that they actually included fresh bean sprouts and shrimps. Opt of out of tofu if you have a soy allergen. Crab fried rice - oh so delicious with real crab meat. I enjoyed this a lot and would get it again, next time I am here. Eating some cucumbers on the side satisfy what the back of my mind where I can already hear my Asian mom yelling at me for not eating enough veggies. Overall experience was wonderful and would recommend anyone to stop by! Parallel parking but that's the norm for this area. Prices are moderate; not expensive but not cheap enough to be first high school/college date. read more

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Food is great! I've been here twice and I've liked every dish. Tapas style, so the portions are smaller but quality. It's always packed, and the space is small-- not very kid or stroller friendly, more like a date night spot. There's street parking, but expect to circle a little during busy hours. Definitely try it out! read more

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This place came highly recommended as one of the top restaurants in Boston, so I had high hopes. Unfortunately, I was quickly disappointed by the slow service, very salty food, and cramped seating. Since it is critically acclaimed as a top Thai restaurant in the Boston area, I made reservations for lunch on a Monday. However, we ended up being the first customers in the restaurant that day despite there being plenty of empty seats. Even with the restaurant mostly empty, the service was unexpectedly slow. The food was so salty that I found myself chugging water throughout the meal. The seating was also very cramped--another party was seated right next to my table, even though many tables were empty. It was uncomfortably close and made it difficult to get out of my seat to exit the restaurant. Overall, for the price point and quality of food, I'm skeptical about the hype surrounding this restaurant. read more

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Never disappointed here! They were able to seat a party of three last minute at the bar, which I am so grateful for! We ordered a plethora of dishes, mostly ones we have already tried and knew we loved! I always enjoy starting with their deliciously fried and chewy chive cakes, then their brussel sprouts. This time, we tried their crab on top of a crispy rice cracker and it will now be on my ordering list for every future visit! The crispy cracker was the perfect vessel for the smooth and creamy crab topping. I also loved the pomelo salad, one of my staples! So much flavor mixed into the small bowl, and with a good spicy kick. Our crab curry was also amazing, we ended up slurping the entire bowl! Overall, we always have an amazing experience here. read more

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Such a fun high-end Thai restaurant in the greater Boston area! Cool concept with making it a Thai tapas bar -- especially fun if you like sharing a bunch of things. I've been here a few times and love it each time. The servers are all so sweet and helpful if you don't know what/how much to order. For drinks, I recommend the Rambutini, which is basically a lychee martini (and one of the better one's I've had too). Food: - Nang Kai Tod (5/10): Not too memorable in my opinion, def better things on the menu - Kai Tod Had Yai (8.5/10): I love a good fried chicken, and the sweet chili sauce that comes with this is SO good - Beef Massaman (8.7/10): Such a flavorful curry with tender beef. Slightly spicy, but not too bad - Kang Puu crab curry (9.6/10): This is my favorite curry I've had here. Truly so flavorful! - Chicken Ka-Praw (10/10): If you like spice and thai basil definitely order this!! My favorite dish at Mahaniyom, I order it every time. They are so deserving of the Michelin Bib Gourmand award! read more

Id give this place a 3.5, not because anything was bad but because nothing really stood out. The ambiance was probably my favorite with a trendy lounge vibe, though it is loud and somewhat hard to have a conversation when at a table. This might not be a problem depending on why youre there, but something to keep in mind. The service was very friendly and despite being short staffed you could see everyone making an effort to get to all the tables. Given that our table had a shellfish allergy, I appreciated being told if shellfish was used in the food as it wasn't listed on the menu for items like the beef massaman. It also wasn't mentioned if some of the dipping sauce like oyster sauce could be swapped for something else given that this wouldn't alter any of the cooked food. The food is where I was a bit disappointed as I had been looking forward to coming here for sometime and jumped on any time slot I could grab. I ordered the Booze Sa Baa for a refreshing cocktail and found it to be a little more on the sour side - not bad but not something Id order a second of. For food, we ordered the fried chive cake to start. This was my favorite and what felt like the most innovative as the cake consisted of small cubes and an oyster dipping sauce. We also ordered bbq crispy pork over rice which was fine, and the chicken ka-paw that again felt just fine nothing stood out and it leaned heavy in the spicy side as the menu suggested. The entree I probably enjoyed the most was the pad Thai which was a hint of sweet with slightly longer noodles than takeout pad Thai. Again while it was good, it didn't feel any better/more elevated than takeout pad thai. My biggest disappointment was more that I was hoping for a more innovative meal and less items that felt available via any other Thai restaurant - especially given the prices. While it was a fun vibe, it didn't feel any different than any other cocktail bar. read more

Sometimes when I hear so many good reviews for a spot, I start to worry my expectations will be too high. No issues with that whatsoever at Mahaniyom! Even as someone with a nut and shellfish allergy, I left full and satisfied with my meal here. My personal favorite of the night was the fried chive cake - I was initially super skeptical because it looked just okay but I loved the taste and texture! My husband's favorite was the Kang Pu / crab curry, saying it reminded him of his absolute fav Thai spot from when we lived around NYC. Our must haves of the night were the fried chive cake, salt and pepper pork cheek, and crab curry. The other two dishes were good but not as great as the others. read more

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We have been waiting to try Mahaniyom for some time and after coming tonight, I understand why reservations at 4:30pm book up weeks in advance. Truly tasty, different and playful flavor combinations. Our favorites: - beef massaman (the best!) - pomelo salad (a little heat, but full of flavors and textures) - the oysters! so different / unique - but tasty Pretty good: - crab curry - I'd order it again! - rice cakes with crab on top - I'm not sure what I was expecting but this was lighter and more crunch. not as strongly / spicy flavored as the others - so it doesn't stand out Ok - pumpkin custard - somewhat meh Didn't enjoy - chicken ka-praw - just too spicy for me And everyone who works there is AWESOME! Will hope to return again soon! read more

Well deserved recognition from the Michelin guide! The space is cozy and intimate and the staff was super helpful with recommendations. I was particularly impressed by the speed of service at mahaniyom, it felt like all drinks and dishes came out really quickly after ordering. The standouts for me were the cocktails, crispy chicken skin, and chive cakes. The execution of those were spot on. I look forward to returning to Mahaniyom soon! read more

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Very good experience. Yummy food, I loved the crab curry and the chive cake. Honestly the best Thai food in boston!! read more

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We love their sister restaurant Merai, but felt our Mahaniyom experience fell short. First off, the staff is great. But most of the dishes had something off about them. The pork cheek was way too salty & a bit tough to chew. The Pad Thai seasoning was tasty, but there were so many undercooked noodles that it was texturally unpleasant. Also, it only came with three pieces of shrimp which is disappointing considering how the shrimp is an additional $4 charge. The main redeeming dish was the chicken skin which was absolutely delicious. Don't really see myself coming back here, especially since Merai is right around the corner. read more

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Our credit card offered an unbeatable deal to dine at Mahaniyom, so we braved the BU bridge at rush hour and enjoyed dinner there. The GOOD: We ordered Green papaya Pad Thai and Chicken Ka Praw. Both were absolutely delicious, well prepared, and were both way bigger than "small plates." Unfortunately, although tasty, the dishes were "Thai'ish" but not authentic (we've been to Thailand numerous times), like many Thai restaurants that tailor their spicing for American audiences. The service was excellent. The BAD: WAY TOO CROWDED. You'll be having dinner just 2 feet away from the person next to you. The tables and guests are squeezed in, and the restaurant is super LOUD. Ugh. In all, it was "ok" but due to the crowding and volume, the chances of us returning there is zero. read more

This place is popular on Sunday lunch time. It's pretty much full. They take reservations too. They have a bar area, but they only have stools. - Yum sum O is pretty good. Very appetizing. The Thai traditional dressing is good, just a bit salty to me. - Green papaya pad Thai is interesting. Instead of the rice noodle, they use green papaya as noodles. It's healthier, but compared to normal pad Thai, it needs more chewing effort. The taste in general is good. But the sauce is a bit too dark. They also put a lot of raw bean sprout so the portion is not that big. - Kang Puu crab curry is ok. The curry flavor is not strong enough and there's not much crab meat. They only put a bit vermicelli, not enough ingredients to dip the sauce. The sauce is a bit too salty to eat by itself, and not flavorful enough to eat with vermicelli. read more

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3.5/5 Try to get a reservation if you can, it's a small space that gets packed. We walked in and got on the waitlist and were happy to be able to get a spot for 2 at the bar in less than 1 hour. Turned out to not be the ideal seating, as the bartender was making a drink that involved creating smoke that ended up being directed straight at our faces as we ate... prob not intentional but a muscle memory thing? Would have been okay if there was some form of an apology rather than watching us as we coughed but oh well. Service other than that was pretty good. Food was yummy with great flavors. Their dishes are fun and there were other items on the menu I would def wanna try. Kang Pu (Crab curry) {4/5}: Never had something like this before and wanted to try! Very light spicy level and really coconut forward. Nice fresh veggies on the side and the crab at the bottom was good. Brussels sprouts {5/5}: Loved the garlicky flavor on these and they weren't too oily read more

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TLDR: OMG THIS PLACE IS AMAZING. The food, the vibe, the cocktails, the service... literally everything is "WICKED GOOD" here!! I took some photos but they didn't do justice. (We also forgot to take photos midway through our meal bc we were way too busy eating!) The Crispy Chicken Skin was divine. I'm sure it's terrible for your body but it's oh so good for the soul. The Chicken Ka-Praw (one of our favorite Thai dishes) was not Thai spicy but it was definitely spicier than what my (white) bf was used to so he suffered a little. It was still very delicious though! One of our absolute favorites was the Crispy Pork Belly with Shrimp Paste (Moo Krob Pad Kapi)! It was excellent with the Jasmine Rice. Our server was super knowledgeable and gave us some great recommendations for food and drinks! This place is such a gem. If we lived in Boston, we'd definitely eat here all the time! read more

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I had a wonderful dining experience at Mahaniyom last night. I first must commend the level of service. The wait staff was incredibly kind and always checking on us and very helpful with recommendations. Honestly such a welcome change from recent dining experiences. The food was also delicious, we started with a dozen oysters which had 3 Thai sauces/garnishes which complimented the oysters so well. Have no clue what they were but it was great! For our main we split the fried chicken and crab fried rice dishes. Both were good, but I do think I'd skip both next time. The crab fried rice was very mellow in flavor and lacked notable crab pieces or crab flavor. The chicken was fine but not a big wow factor though. Overall, I am excited to return and try new dishes and drinks there! read more

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O Ocrafted drinks Authentic ingredients Takes reservations like much and dinner Awards made this very popular read more

Mahaniyom never disappoints! Everything we ordered was AMAZING and it was so good that I forgot to take photos of all the dishes :( I loved the chicken curry & roti dish, the flavors were so good, and the roti is delicious. Their salads are also amazing, in the past I've tried the rambutan salad, but this time it was made with pomelo. The flavors and textures make this salad so unique. Pad Thai is always a good option as well. Hope to be back again soon! I would recommend making a reservation in advance as the restaurant is pretty small and not sure how long the wait would be for walk in's. Parking wasn't difficult - there's plenty of street parking (meters) around! read more

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Went pretty late on a Saturday night and the place was popping lol I'd recommend the rambutini (v sweet drink!) everything tasted amazing, especially the oysters and the brussel sprouts surprised me. It was just way too loud inside and I couldn't really talk or hear anything. Servers were super sweet though and I'd come back! :) read more

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Cute Thai restaurant. Good drinks and food favorite was the sticky pork belly and beef massaman. Soft shell crab papaya salad portion really small. Pad Thai was ok. Get the pork belly!! read more

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Great meal at Mayaniyom. Service is spectacular- even though they were fully packed, they still kept track of where we were in the meal, refilled our water pitcher, and food came out quickly. Our table wasn't ready when she showed up for our reservation (diners ahead of us didn't want to leave :). We waited outside but the waitress was good about keeping us updated, and comped us an appetizer for the wait. All the food we got was delicious but I think my favorites were the shrimp pomelo salad, the razor clams, the lamb chop special, and the crispy fried chicken wings. The branzino, crab fried rice and soft shell crab were also good. We were a table of 4 and that was plenty of food with a little leftover fried rice to take home. Cool vibes, bit dark and quite loud (esp with boisterous crowd at the bar). read more

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I know everyone loves Mahaniyom... and I guess I get it? If you want a thai spot where you know the food will be solid, this is the place. My friend and I got the pad Thai and beef massaman curry, and it was a both were great, but I wasn't really blown away. We weren't wowed. We got this crispy rice appetizer though, and we loved it. It was so unique and fun to eat, while being packed full of flavor. We had great food and great service, but we didn't really think it was worth the price point. read more

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Two. Words. Beef. Massaman. Stop it. STOP IT. Where has this flavor sensation been all my life? Unchoy lovers... their wok fried morning glory is... unchoy!!! Cooked to absolute seasoned perfection. And their namesake drink. The sazerac. Have you ever wanted to float away on a cloud? That is what the finish of this drink is. An earl gray cloud. Pork belly dish was meh but who cares. Get 3 beef massaman and 4 morning glory and your troubles and ailments will disappear for an entire meal. Please expand to north of the Charles. Pretty please. read more

Fantastic spot for Thai food. Been here twice and everything I've had has been delicious! I'd rank this my top Thai spot in Boston. Their drinks are super creative too and have me coming back for another drink or 4. Inside is small and cozy. There's not many tables and spots fill up fast so grab that reservation! There are a few spots at the bar if all else fails. read more

Delicious, innovative Thai food in a hip, vibey dining room. We came here as a party of 3 at noon on a Saturday and were seated at the bar with no wait. The service was top-notch, with prompt fillings of our waters and a good amount of non-intrusive check-ins. Of what we got: Pad thai - although a common item, Mahaniyom does it better. This dish was the perfect amount of sweet but not too oily, and the raw bean sprouts added a refreshing crunch on the side to complement the otherwise smooth and flavorful bites. Crab curry special - absolutely delicious. We ate this dish by mixing thin vermicelli noodles in a bowl of curry with crab meat. There was a good amount of crab in the dish, and the rich, savory flavors matched the rich, creamy texture. Grilled squid special - not extra special in flavors, but done right. This dish is a whole grilled squid cut into rings, with a light, sour side sauce for dipping. Although not as overly flavorful from sauces as the other dishes we got, it was definitely cooked and seasoned well and I liked the chewy texture and focus on the squid's natural flavors. Overall, I would definitely visit again. The flavors, presentation, reasonable pricing, vibey interior, and excellent service were all top notch. This might be one of my new favorite restaurants in Brookline! read more

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Went for morning service. Service was attentive and our server was friendly, ambience was good, and food was excellent. Cheap also. Will be adding this place to the repertoire. read more

We stumbled in here on a Sunday brunch time. The portions were a little smaller/tapas style but they were packed with flavor and the 3 dishes that we got filled my husband and I up. Our favorite dish was the rambutan salad which was nice balance of sweet, salty, and acidity. We went around beginning of September so I think this dish was seasonal. Pad thai and beef massaman were also flavorful. We got a side roti to dip the curry but it ended up being a little too much carbs for us. The space is small and we ended up sitting on a counter with our seats facing the window with a nice view of people watching. The place seems good for couples or a small group(like 4) to share the dishes together. read more

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Came here on a Thursday night at 7, didn't have to wait because they had some window stools available so that was a plus. It's definitely a small place so recommendations are the way to go. Parking was not difficult to find on nearby streets, and it wasn't as crowded as I expected. Service was fine, nothing special and we could have used a bit more checking in. Food itself was definitely nothing to write home about imo, which I was disappointed by since I was looking forward to it. We got the chive cakes, eggplant dip and pad thai. The chive cakes were fine but a bit on the oily side. The eggplant dip was heavy on the fish sauce and the pad thai as well. Overall, food was fine, ambience was fine, but not worth the price. read more

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I recently visited Mahaniyom on a weeknight and was pleasantly surprised by the very tasty dishes served in an unpretentious interior with a pretty tight seating arrangement. Service was excellent and very attentive. I highly recommend exploring their menu but personally, I'd go back when it was a little less crowded because it was a bit louder than desired. read more