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Boston 🇹🇭 Allston Thai food! Super delicious pig neck meat 🤤

🇹🇭 Laughing Monk Cafe: Allston's Thai Gem That Redeems the Brand After a meh experience at the Wellesley location, this Allston outpost proves Thai food done right—think charcoal-grilled goodness and creamy curries that'll make you forget generic Americanized Thai. Here’s why it’s a must-visit for authentic flavors: 🌟 Flavor Bombs That Wow Kor Moo Yang (Grilled Pork Neck) 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 $19 • Charcoal-grilled marinated pork neck with spicy dipping sauce • Tender, slightly charred, and zero greasiness—pair with cucumber for fresh contrast • Pro tip: Use lettuce leaves to wrap pork + sauce for DIY bites Khao Soi with Beef Tendon 🌟🌟🌟🌟 $19 • Egg noodles in yellow curry with melt-in-your-mouth beef tendon • Crispy noodles on top add texture; fish sauce notes balance the richness • Veggies galore: broccoli, bok choy, and bean sprouts Panang Nuar Nong Lai (Beef Shank Curry) 🌟🌟🌟🌟 $19 • Fall-apart tender beef shank in coconutty panang curry • Generous portions—order extra rice ($2) to soak up all that sauce • Mild spice level, perfect for non-bold palates 💡 Desserts & Drinks Done Right Mango Sticky Rice 🌟🌟🌟 $7.95 • Seasonally sweet mango over coconut sticky rice • Classic combo, executed perfectly (no skimping on mango slices!) Thai Iced Green Tea 🌟🌟🌟🌟 $5 • Refreshing, not overly sweet—ideal for cutting through curry richness • Skip the regular Thai iced tea: It’s sugar-heavy with too much ice 📍 Vibe & Practical Tips Cozy Quarters： ✅ Small space with eclectic decor—think Buddha statues and vibrant murals ✅ Limited tables, so arrive early (5–6 PM) to avoid waits Parking Hacks： • Street parking on Brighton Ave (2-hour limit) • Nearby lot off Harvard Ave for $10/day Why Allston > Wellesley： • Allston kitchen uses fresher herbs and bolder seasoning • Staff here knows how to adjust spice levels on request 🌟 Final Verdict: 4.3/5 (Boston's Top Thai Spot in Allston) Come for the grilled pork neck that’ll haunt your dreams, stay for khao soi that transports you to Chiang Mai. Pro tip: Bring friends to share—you’ll want to try every curry on the menu! 🍛 #BostonThaiFood #AllstonEats #AuthenticThai #BostonFoodie #LaughingMonkCafe

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Boston 🇹🇭 Allston Thai food! Super delicious pig neck meat 🤤

🇹🇭 Laughing Monk Cafe: Allston's Thai Gem That Redeems the Brand After a meh experience at the Wellesley location, this Allston outpost proves Thai food done right—think charcoal-grilled goodness and creamy curries that'll make you forget generic Americanized Thai. Here’s why it’s a must-visit for authentic flavors: 🌟 Flavor Bombs That Wow Kor Moo Yang (Grilled Pork Neck) 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 $19 • Charcoal-grilled marinated pork neck with spicy dipping sauce • Tender, slightly charred, and zero greasiness—pair with cucumber for fresh contrast • Pro tip: Use lettuce leaves to wrap pork + sauce for DIY bites Khao Soi with Beef Tendon 🌟🌟🌟🌟 $19 • Egg noodles in yellow curry with melt-in-your-mouth beef tendon • Crispy noodles on top add texture; fish sauce notes balance the richness • Veggies galore: broccoli, bok choy, and bean sprouts Panang Nuar Nong Lai (Beef Shank Curry) 🌟🌟🌟🌟 $19 • Fall-apart tender beef shank in coconutty panang curry • Generous portions—order extra rice ($2) to soak up all that sauce • Mild spice level, perfect for non-bold palates 💡 Desserts & Drinks Done Right Mango Sticky Rice 🌟🌟🌟 $7.95 • Seasonally sweet mango over coconut sticky rice • Classic combo, executed perfectly (no skimping on mango slices!) Thai Iced Green Tea 🌟🌟🌟🌟 $5 • Refreshing, not overly sweet—ideal for cutting through curry richness • Skip the regular Thai iced tea: It’s sugar-heavy with too much ice 📍 Vibe & Practical Tips Cozy Quarters： ✅ Small space with eclectic decor—think Buddha statues and vibrant murals ✅ Limited tables, so arrive early (5–6 PM) to avoid waits Parking Hacks： • Street parking on Brighton Ave (2-hour limit) • Nearby lot off Harvard Ave for $10/day Why Allston > Wellesley： • Allston kitchen uses fresher herbs and bolder seasoning • Staff here knows how to adjust spice levels on request 🌟 Final Verdict: 4.3/5 (Boston's Top Thai Spot in Allston) Come for the grilled pork neck that’ll haunt your dreams, stay for khao soi that transports you to Chiang Mai. Pro tip: Bring friends to share—you’ll want to try every curry on the menu! 🍛 #BostonThaiFood #AllstonEats #AuthenticThai #BostonFoodie #LaughingMonkCafe

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