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    Mahaniyom

    4.4 (424 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 2:00 pm, 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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    Salt and pepper pork cheek
    Brian W.

    Came here on a Saturday afternoon and was able to get a seat at the bar immediately. It was busy but you probably could have gotten a table if you waited for a short bit. Still, the bar had free seats so no problem with lunch seating for us! We ordered the salt and pepper pork cheek, crispy chicken skin, and massaman curry and everything was great! Salt and pepper pork cheek ($17) - with some spicy peppers and cilantro, this pork was wonderfully crispy and had a good balance of meat and fat. Although some pieces were a little dry from being fried, it was overall a good dish. The size was a bit small though for the price. Beef Massaman ($15) - LOVE this curry and love that it comes with roti too. The coconut cream was nice and sweet while it still had some spice. The beef was tender and fall apart, and the crispy shallots on top added some nice texture. The roti was crispy and had a nice chew - I wish there was a little more roti but overall a great dish. Crispy Chicken Skin ($9) - this came with a sweet chili sauce for dipping and was really crispy! I don't think the actual chicken skin was seasoned though so it was a bit bland without the sauce. Still, it hit the spot for something crunchy and fried. We also had a $3 sticky rice which was good and a nice addition to the pork and beef dishes. Overall, the dishes were great! There were a few things for each dish that I'd change and the prices were a bit steep given the size of each dish, but it was a solid meal! I'd love to come back and try the pork belly dish or the oysters some day!

    Drinks
    Evelyn W.

    It was fairly difficult to get a good reservation here, so the experience was a bit disappointing. I felt the curries tasted on par with other Thai spots in the area, and the drinks sounded better on paper than they really were. The restaurant is small, dimly lit, intimate, and the service was good. The pomelo salad was my favorite, so fresh and balanced and the shrimp inside were cooked perfectly. The roti that came with the beef massaman also stood out to me! Not sure if those are enough to get me to go back, but would recommend those two.

    Pomelo salad
    Thao L.

    My favorite was the pomelo salad, I recommend getting it as an appetizer. The curries were not that good to be honest. I thought they were very sweet with a strong coconut milk base, which I personally don't like but if you do, get the crab curry. The fried chicken skin was unimpressive. I thought it'd be like the Jollibee fried chicken skin (iykyk) but it was unseasoned and unbattered deep fried chicken skin with sweet chili sauce. For the struggle of booking a reservation, I think the dishes weren't as good as I thought they'd be.

    Kai Tod Had Yai, Fried Chive Cake
    Salma S.

    I had an amazing dinner at Mahaniyom. This place has been on my list for a while and I'm so glad I tried it! Everything on the menu looked amazing and we ordered a delicious selection. My highlights were definitely the Pad Thai and the Beef Panang Curry - they were phenomenal. The place is a small, intimate restaurant that feels chic and classy but is also very cozy at the same time. The servers were great, and the food was served quickly. I really enjoyed my experience here!

    Khao tang na tung
    Lily Q.

    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.

    Kang Pu (Crab Curry)
    Kayla N.

    I heard this place got busy really fast with reservations so we arrived shortly after 4 pm for a party of 3 and had the choice of sitting at the bar or sitting at a table (but had to leave by 5:15 due to reservations). The staff were really nice and helpful and it wasn't too loud even though it was a pretty small restaurant. They said that for 3 people they estimated 4-5 dishes to share would be good, but we only got 3 and still felt really full. We got the pad Thai, crab curry, lamb satay with peanut sauce, and 2 extra bowls of rice, which was in total around $86. The food was really good and we would definitely go again.

    Crab Fried Rice
    Ying X.

    "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.

    Fried Chive Cake
    Ted K.

    Similar vibe to Chalong in NYC. Sat at the bar before our table was ready. The bartender was very friendly and the cocktails were adventurous with a Thai twist. I especially liked the rambutini. The fried chive cakes and jor puu were both amazing. The beef masaman, classic pad Thai and branzini were fantastic. The chicken ka prow was okay. This is a tapas place so the servings are not large. Would order 2-3 dishes per person

    Kin Na Ree
    Donna Z.

    Came here for an early dinner on a weekend at 5pm and I only had to wait 5-10 minutes without a reservation for a party of 1. I got seated at the bar and the bartenders were very nice and helpful with recommendations on food and drinks. I got the beef panang which was delicious and the kin na ree drink which was nice and strong. I also ordered the salted pepper pork cheek after finishing my main and drink because I really wanted an additional item. While it was nicely flavored, it was little too charred/overcooked which made it hard to chew. I would definitely come back to try more drinks and food next time I'm back in Boston though and maybe bring some of my friends.

    Kang Pu (Crab Curry)
    Sophie L.

    Food is UNREAL! I came in with really high expectations because I've heard this is the best Thai food in Boston and was blown away. I loved everything that we got and the service was so quick! My favorite dish were the crab curry and pomelo salad. 10/10 would recommend!

    Beef Panang and Crab Fried Rice
    Toni C.

    On my journey of trying all the Boston 2025 Bib Gourmand restaurants this has been my favorite so far. It was great Thai food. The Beef Panang was great and so was the crab fried rice but I liked the beef Panang better. Also the Thai iced tea was to die for even the non dairy one. Must try Thai restaurant in Boston.

    Crab curry
    Vivien N.

    I've been to Mahaniyom a few times now and it's still one of my favorite restaurants to recommend. It's a smaller space with intimate but lively atmosphere. Dinner time is really fun because they turn up the music and the restaurant is darker. They also make really fun and delicious cocktails. The waitstaff are always friendly and attentive. I have never had a bad experience with service. My friends and I usually eat family-style and share everything. I've yet to find a dish that I do not like The green papaya salad with soft shell crab was so good. It was a perfect contrast to the other sauce-heavy dishes. The crispy chicken skin was our favorite! It was unsalted and fried to perfection. The sauce that accompanied was so good and paired well with other dishes too. The pad thai was delicious and the prawns were so big. The crab curry was good, but I do wish there was a stronger crab flavor. The beef panang was so amazing. The meat was tender and the sauce was rich and well-seasoned. I personally liked mixing the crab curry and panang sauce with rice.

    Jeremy B.

    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.

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    They make great food and cocktails! One of the top restaurants in Boston. Thai fusion cuisine.

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    The flavors here are outstanding. My taste buds were dancing the whole time. Now that I've written this review I realize I need to go again.

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    My daughter's friend recommended this restaurant to her. We got a reservation for a party of 6…read moretonight. Our server was attentive and replenished our water for the table as soon as they were empty without our even asking. Food 5/5: every dish we ordered represented Sichuan flavors well, especially the spiciness of it! Our favorites were the eggplant with spicy garlic sauce, with the chengdu dry hot chicken and the string beans. The braised beef with Napa cabbage and mapo tofu were also delicious. Ambience 3/5: super loud. It wasn't even the music, it was that people's conversations were bouncing off the walls in a small space such that it was not possible to hear the other people in my group except who I was sitting next to. I saw several dates there and hopefully they could hear each other ok. Drinks: 2/5 overpriced and disappointing. My Negroni was ok but my husband's Manhattan tasted watery like it had been shaken instead of stirred and the melon highball tastes medicine-y. Overall a good experience because we were hungry and the food was amazing. We made up for not hearing each other well by taking an evening stroll and talking as we walked.

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    My favorite hot pot spot that has ruined me to everywhere else!…read more If you love that mala numbing spice you HAVE to try La Mei! They do AYCE From 11-4pm every day which is SO worth it for like $32! You can choose your broth (and you can do split broths)-- we always do the vegetable oil and the mushroom broth which are both sooo yummy (if they ask you how spicy say mild!! I can handle lots of spice and trust me you don't need more). Then you can order meats, veg, tofu, seafood, mushrooms, and noodles. Definitely get the hand pulled noodles! They "pull" the noodles right in front of you which is so fun. They also have a really nice sauce bar with tons of dipping options and also a few fruits and snacks. Overall, you must try this place! So delicious and affordable, make it your regular like I have

    This might be my new go to spot for AYCE hotpot during lunch hours…read more My two reasons are, their mala broth is amazing and is actually spicy. Second reason is, the quality of their meat selection is excellent. Literally tastes so fresh and clean. I love that it's thinly sliced, too. Maybe I have a third reason too lol their dumplings, their dumplings (chives or cabbage), are so tasty. It comes out steaming hot in a whole order. Please try! We came here Monday for lunch. The waitress that was there and served us, she is amazing. Super friendly and helpful. We opted for the VIP selection because why not. For $40 a person, it's still not bad for the quality of food you get. I highly recommend it. Just check out my shortrib picture, you'll drool! The only reason I gave this review 4 out of 5 is because, there were not much seafood selection.

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