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🍜 What A Soup: Cambridge’s Thai Noodle Spot—Skip the “Luxury” and Stick to the Basics As Boston’s self-proclaimed biggest Thai food fan, I couldn’t miss this Cambridge “boat noodle” (internet-famous) spot. Thanks to fellow foodies’ reviews, I dodged the $45 “noodle scam” and stuck to the classics—and I’m glad I did. 🌟 The Hits Cream Tom Yum Noodle Soup: đŸŒ¶ïž Yes, it’s made with instant noodles (cheap, but who cares?). The tom yum broth is bright, tangy, and spicy, loaded with minced pork and crispy pork belly (so you can skip ordering the belly separately). It’s messy, flavorful, and exactly what you want in a quick Thai soup. Pork Belly Skewers: 🍱 Better than the crispy pork belly (see below). Grilled to render the fat, they’re smoky, slightly charred, and less greasy. They’re good—but I still think Laughing Monk Cafe’s version edges them out. What A Rice: 🍚 A rice bowl doused in the same savory broth as the beef boat noodles. Minced pork, herbs, and a splash of that broth make it more satisfying than the noodle version, in my opinion—hearty, flavorful, and easy to slurp. 😐 The “Meh” Crispy Pork Slender: đŸ„“ Six square pieces of pork belly with crispy skin, perfectly balanced fat-to-meat ratio. But by the second piece? Greasy. Skip it if you order the tom yum soup (it already has crispy pork). Beef Boat Noodle Soup: đŸ„© Classic but underwhelming. The broth is a touch too sweet, and while it comes with beef, meatballs, tendon, and fried wonton skins (a nice crunch), it’s nothing special. Do not upgrade to the $45 “What A Signature” with wagyu—it’s not worth it. ✹ Practical Tips Size: Small space, best for 1-3 people. Lines: Show up right when they open on weekends—waiting isn’t worth it. Vibe: Fast-paced; the owner will subtly rush you if there’s a line. Budget Score: 4/5. Skip the overpriced “signature” dishes, and it’s affordable. What A Soup is solid for a quick Thai fix, but don’t expect mind-blowing. Stick to the tom yum soup, pork skewers, or rice bowl—and save your cash on the fancy stuff. 📍 What A Soup 125 River St, Cambridge, MA 02139 #BostonThai #CambridgeEats #NoodleSoup

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Boston's Internet-famous boat face is worth it

🍜 What A Soup: Cambridge’s Thai Noodle Spot—Skip the “Luxury” and Stick to the Basics As Boston’s self-proclaimed biggest Thai food fan, I couldn’t miss this Cambridge “boat noodle” (internet-famous) spot. Thanks to fellow foodies’ reviews, I dodged the $45 “noodle scam” and stuck to the classics—and I’m glad I did. 🌟 The Hits Cream Tom Yum Noodle Soup: đŸŒ¶ïž Yes, it’s made with instant noodles (cheap, but who cares?). The tom yum broth is bright, tangy, and spicy, loaded with minced pork and crispy pork belly (so you can skip ordering the belly separately). It’s messy, flavorful, and exactly what you want in a quick Thai soup. Pork Belly Skewers: 🍱 Better than the crispy pork belly (see below). Grilled to render the fat, they’re smoky, slightly charred, and less greasy. They’re good—but I still think Laughing Monk Cafe’s version edges them out. What A Rice: 🍚 A rice bowl doused in the same savory broth as the beef boat noodles. Minced pork, herbs, and a splash of that broth make it more satisfying than the noodle version, in my opinion—hearty, flavorful, and easy to slurp. 😐 The “Meh” Crispy Pork Slender: đŸ„“ Six square pieces of pork belly with crispy skin, perfectly balanced fat-to-meat ratio. But by the second piece? Greasy. Skip it if you order the tom yum soup (it already has crispy pork). Beef Boat Noodle Soup: đŸ„© Classic but underwhelming. The broth is a touch too sweet, and while it comes with beef, meatballs, tendon, and fried wonton skins (a nice crunch), it’s nothing special. Do not upgrade to the $45 “What A Signature” with wagyu—it’s not worth it. ✹ Practical Tips Size: Small space, best for 1-3 people. Lines: Show up right when they open on weekends—waiting isn’t worth it. Vibe: Fast-paced; the owner will subtly rush you if there’s a line. Budget Score: 4/5. Skip the overpriced “signature” dishes, and it’s affordable. What A Soup is solid for a quick Thai fix, but don’t expect mind-blowing. Stick to the tom yum soup, pork skewers, or rice bowl—and save your cash on the fancy stuff. 📍 What A Soup 125 River St, Cambridge, MA 02139 #BostonThai #CambridgeEats #NoodleSoup

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