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    Mahaniyom

    4.4 (409 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 2:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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    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.

    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.

    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.

    Branzino

    We walked in and got seated at the bar after waiting for about 45 minutes. I'd been wanting to try it here forever so I was willing to wait! We ordered the whole branzino, brussel sprouts, and chicken pad Thai. There was so more on the menu that I wanted to try but it was just two of us, so this was the perfect amount of food. The branzino was fried, topped with a fresh herby salad, and a sweet/spicy brothy sauce. Loved this fish! The pad Thai was your standard solid pad Thai--nothing notable here, but very yummy. And the brussel sprouts were nicely sautéed in a garlicky fish sauce. Service was attentive and quick, especially since we were at the bar. Would love to come back to try more!

    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.

    Bbq took over rice
    Margaret K.

    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.

    Massaman, Pak Boong Fai Dang, Moo Krob Pad Kapi, Kai Tod Had Yai, Pad Thai
    Emily T.

    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!

    Angela L.

    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.

    Salted & Pepper Pork Cheek, Tofu Song Kueng
    Casey A.

    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.

    Oysters - Cotuit
    Linda T.

    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.

    Khao Tang Na Tung
    Munzer R.

    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!

    Scalp Fried Chive Cake
    Sarah K.

    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.

    KLUI PUU (Crab Flute)
    E L.

    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.

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    Awesome spot!!!! Cool vibe. Great drinks. Nice servers and bartenders. And the food is amazing. Book it!

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    Very good spot in this area. Pad thai was very good. Highly recommend the chive cakes.

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    I had really been looking forward to trying this place and was finally able to on Valentines Day…read more The decoration was adorable and I'm pretty sure they were booked out for the evening. There was a great singer, pianist, and sax player to really set the mood. They were super fun, especially when a couple got engaged! To start, I got their ginger martini and while my friend went with a Do-er neat (not a whiskey drinker myself, lol). He tried to order 2 of their beers but they were out of both. My drink came after 15 mins and then we had to remind the waiter about his whiskey. That took another 10. We started with the chicken bao buns and the samosas. Both spectacular! My only complaint is the little size for the samosa size. For our mains we got the short rib and the white butter chicken. The butter chicken could've used a bit more chicken for the price and was frankly a bit tough. The sauce was great. The short rib was flavorful and packed the perfect punch. Dipping the garlic naan in both sauces was my fav part!! Overall an ok experience. I want to give the restaurant grace because it was very packed but service was poor. I think we had 4 different staff members help us total which probably led to lots of miscommunication.

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    Had such a great experience at Bar Cino! The interior is so cute and the service was truly amazing…read morefrom start to finish. Parking in the area can be a bit tricky, but it's super convenient to get to via the Green Line, which made it easy overall. For food, everything was delicious: The Romaine & Kale Caesar was good, though I wish it had whole anchovies for a little extra punch. The prosciutto bruschetta was incredible, definitely a standout. The crispy cauliflower was my favorite dish of the night, so flavorful and perfectly cooked. The rigatoni bolognese was solid and comforting. The Chianti-Marsala braised beef short rib was insanely tender and cooked perfectly (just wish there were a few more mushrooms!). Also have to mention the dirty martini was so good. Overall, such a great spot with a fun vibe, amazing service, and really tasty food. I'll definitely be back!

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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

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