Keiichi H.
7/12/2025
After tried several times here I asked staff member what is her recommended dish for me. Khao Kha Mu is Stewed Pork Leg Rice $17.00 plus tax = $18.19 Usually I actually dislike pork fatty part...
Laughing Monk Cafe - Allston
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168 Brighton Ave, #A
Allston, MA 02134
Laughing Monk Cafe is a cozy dining establishment located in Allston, MA, specializing in Northeastern Thai Isan cuisine. The cafe offers a unique blend of traditional dishes and modern dining experiences, including an omakase option that allows guests to enjoy chef-selected tasting boxes at home.
In addition to its Allston location, Laughing Monk Cafe has branches in Mission Hill and Wellesley, each featuring distinct menus that highlight Thai flavors and sushi offerings. The cafe is committed to sustainability, actively working to reduce plastic use and promote compostable containers.
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4.566 reviews
Christy C.
11/10/2025
I am always down for Thai food and my sister recommended Laughing Monk during my visit to town. I typically go for a pad thai (which was delicious), but she recommended the Indonesian fried rice...
Winston L.
8/29/2025
Rich, layered flavors in a tiny restaurant! The Panang Nuar Nong Lai and the Khao Kha Mu were both delicious dishes--succulent meat, very generous meat portions, and perfect spiciness. The...
Tulsa H.
3/30/2025
Stopped coming here after what appears to be either a change in the cook or the owner. How can we tell? The food presentation, the taste, the style, for e.g., the crab meat fried rice used to be...
Charlotte J.
2/9/2025
Very authentic Thai restaurant in the US! I can guarantee it with my nationality LOL! Everything was delicious and absolutely wonderful. If you're looking for real Thai food (not the Americanized...
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