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Mahaniyom

thai · Bib

Childhood friends who grew up north of Bangkok end up in Boston for college. It's not the plot of a cinematic hit; it's the story behind Mahaniyom. This Brookline Village spot, with seating for just two dozen, packs a punch with a highly original menu of Thai small plates and creative cocktails (sip the Mahaniyom Sazerac with Thai tea-infused rye). Dishes to consider include yum som-o, or pomelo salad, a seasonal treat featuring grilled tiger prawns arranged with diced citrus segments, roasted cashews and toasted coconut. Kang pu is a decadent bowlful of house-made red curry in rich coconut mi

1.0km

Jahunger

uyghur · Bib

Hailing from China’s Xinjiang region, Uyghurs are largely Muslim, and their cuisine is informed by both Chinese and Arabic cultures. That means you can expect plenty of lamb, spices, color and dishes full of verve and vitality. The specialty is hand-pulled noodles; these deliciously chewy, thick noodles slip down very easily, whether you’d gone for Laghman noodles or Jahunger noodles with Sichuan peppercorns – you can feel them nourishing your body and your soul. Start with dumplings with their own chili oil and end with refreshing homemade yogurt with honey. The original Jahunger opened in Pr

1.9km

311 Omakase

Japanese, Sushi · ★ Michelin

$$$$

Located on the ground floor of a South End rowhouse, this intimate chef's counter is the vision of Chef Wei Fa Chen. Pale walls and light wood provide a blank canvas to show off the chef's seasonal selection of ceramic platters (from Kyoto and Asheville), custom-made tatami coasters and thoughtfully crafted cuisine.The chef's omakase features impressive nigiri showcasing high-quality product, much of it imported from Japan; and the range of fish could include fluke, striped beakfish and goldeneye snapper. Cooked items precede the sushi and highlight a particular cooking method, such as delicat

3.6km

Pagu

japanese, tapas · Bib

Chef Tracy Chang’s flagship restaurant has been a Cambridge mainstay since the day it opened in 2017. With a fun menu that takes cues from both Spain as well as countries across Asia, the cooking delivers quality ingredients, bold flavors, and the right amount of care. Think patatas bravas with mojo verde, tempura-fried string beans with Thai chili hot sauce, crab laksa with ramen noodles and poached shrimp, and fluffy baos stuffed with pork belly. For dessert, there must be chocolate cake, a gluten-free, vegan-friendly effort made with tofu that disappears in a flash. From countless community

2.8km

Sumiao Hunan Kitchen

Chinese, Hunanese · Bib

This bright spot among Kendall Square's many offerings is one of the few Chinese restaurants specializing in Hunanese cuisine in the area. Sumiao Chen trained as a doctor and scientist but her true passion for food led her to open this local favorite in 2017. There are plenty of Chinese staples but look closely to discover an enticing selection of regional specialties. Spicy, crunchy cucumbers are a flavorful accent to any dish. Chef Zhang's stir-fried rice noodles are a delightful heap strewn with egg, chives, cabbage and bits of pickled green beans, while Grandma's pork features shang gan, o

4.0km

Asta

Contemporary

$$$$

For more than a decade, Chef Alex Crabb has cooked to the beat of his own drum on a quiet strip of Back Bay. The minimalist space is little more than exposed brick, a gold-painted tin-pressed ceiling, and a curved chef’s counter overlooking a tidy open kitchen. The tasting menu, meanwhile, is not easy to pin down, as dishes change on a whim, often in the same week, and at times are more conceptual than coherent. Nevertheless, this relaxed team is full of ideas, and chefs deliver dishes themselves. Recent highlights include herb-crusted John Dory with grapes, dry-aged duck with chicory, and cha

2.5km

Fox & The Knife

italian · Bib

The roots of Chef Karen Akunowicz’s pasta empire trace back to this welcoming restaurant in South Boston, where she draws inspiration from her time in Italy. Everyone from parents in for a quick meal with their kids to younger couples just getting their evening started take to the lively space fit with a long bar up front and banquettes further back. Meals must begin with warm pieces of focaccia stuffed with taleggio or, for something a bit lighter, gnocco fritto with mortadella. Broccoli Caesar is a classic starter too. Pasta, as expected, is the main attraction. The likes of raviolo carbonar

5.0km

Select Oyster Bar

seafood, oyster

$$$

Long a local favorite, Chef Michael Sherpa's oyster bar is located on the ground floor of a Back Bay rowhouse, and the intimate setting, dominated by an L-shaped pewter bar, radiates good vibes. High quality seafood is the order of the day, be it the daily crudo, crab salad or honey-butter dressed Maine uni toast. The icy plateaux is a splurge-worthy indulgence, best shared with friends (or not). In true oyster bar fashion, the menu is supplemented by a daily offering of oysters and other shellfish. Hearty appetites will appreciate the Casco Bay halibut, beautifully cooked and plated with shav

2.8km

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