Boston Michelin Bib Gourmand | Mahaniyom Thai Restaurant Review

📍 Reservations & Encounters Secured a table three weeks in advance, coinciding with the day after they received their Michelin recognition Happily encountered celebrity Chinese-American chef Ming Tsai for the second time (first met at Sycamore in Newton) 🍸 Drink Experience Mahaniyam Sazerac: Boston's only Michelon-recognized cocktail (rye whiskey base, friend found it average) Spanish Tempranillo: Fruity and smooth, surprisingly well-paired with Thai cuisine 🍽️ Dish-by-Dish Review Dish Rating Highlights & Notes Fried Chive Cake ★★★★☆ Crispy exterior with soft interior, dipping sauce elevates the flavor Plaa Head Mushroom Salad ★★★☆☆ Cilantro and salad leaves as garnish, relatively ordinary Tofu Song Kueng ★★★★☆ Resembles Cantonese clay pot tofu, comforting and flavorful Beef Penang ★★★★☆ Rich spice layers with tender beef Crab Fried Rice ★★★★★ Star of the show! Generous crab meat, full of wok hei 💡 Practical Guide Cost: $130 (pre-tax), outstanding value for a Michelin-recognized restaurant Ambiance: Dim lighting with Thai decor, perfect for dates or small gatherings Concept: Thai tapas style, moderate portion sizes Address: 236 Washington St, Brookline (convenient street parking available) ✨ Dining Insight "From encountering a celebrity chef to savoring the aromatic crab fried rice, the Thai charm of this evening outshone even the Michelin recognition—worth a special trip just for that wok-fired perfection!" #BostonMichelin #BibGourmand #ThaiCuisine #CelebrityChefEncounter #FoodieAdventure