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Hours
Sun
12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Mon
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Tue
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Wed
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Thu
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Fri
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Sat
12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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CUISINES
Japanese, Sushi, Asian, Thai
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner
features
Is this restaurant wheelchair accessible?
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CUISINES
Japanese, Sushi, Asian, Thai
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner
FEATURES
Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Table Service, Gift Cards Available
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4.5
25 reviews
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Very good
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Average
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Kent D
Central Falls153 contributions
Jun 2021 • none
11:30am I was in Boston for a one hour minor medical procedure @ 9am under sedation. Because I had not eaten for 36 hours, I was hungry and I decided to find someplace to eat. and found the Laughing Monk Café. This is an unpretentious small place but had good reviews. For lunch, I had a modest sashimi combo along with broiled eel over rice. The fish was excellent and I knew immediately that this restaurant made their own soy sauce, very unusual. This soy tasted like no other soy sauce I had ever tasted. (Previously I had even ordered small batch soy sauce from Japan but this was 100 times better). I asked the manager if they ever sold their sauce. He said no but he gave me a small bottle anyway. This place reminded me of Fukuda, the small place in Greenwich Village where I first learned to eat sushi. It was run by Mr. Fukuda and his wife and then later by Takako Yoneyama. One of the joys of eating in restaurants is discovering remarkable food in unexpected places. A superb simple lunch.
7pm. I rarely eat at the same place twice in one day. But I was departing Boston the next day and I was so impressed with the Laughing Monk Café lunch that I made a reservation for a 7pm Omakase dinner the same night. Omakase is the chef’s choice, so the customer never knows what is being served until you ate at table. I was still groggy from my early morning sedation but I think I had about 10 or 11 small dishes. The friendly waitress spoke a two or three sentence detailed explanation of each dish. But because of restaurant noise, mask and a slight accent, I did not understand a single word that she said. But everything was truly remarkable and beautifully prepared. I even thought I took photos of each dish but in my hazy state, I did not. This was a leisurely 2 hour meal accompanied by a great cold Funaguchi Ginjo sake. Some might think the $120 omakase set price costly, but I know in NYC or LA, a meal of this quality could have cost $400 to $500. A splurge, to be sure, but well worth it. I might have expected to find a sushi chef of this talent in a very high end place. What a delightful meal. I heartily recommend the Laugh Monk Café to anyone who really loves sushi and sashimi as I do.
Written June 19, 2021
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PandasGZ
Boston203 contributions
Sep 2020 • friends
Impressive!
First time here, not disappointed.
You have lots of options to choose from the menu(which is especially great during the Covid)
My bf is allergic to seafood and he also had lots of options! The chicken nuggets is so yummy😋we ordered second one immediately after we finished the first.
The plating is an art there, you can tell they put lots of thought in matching the food with the container and the decoration.
But tbh I would say the quality of the plating is better than the taste.
One dish I want to try is the oyster(it will serve in a little wood chest, they told me it needs to be ordered first as it’s coming from California.
It’s a bit pricy though but I think it’s worthy, we 3 ppl spent 210(including tips).
Written September 5, 2020
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Ellen P
Boston374 contributions
Mar 2021 • couples
This was definitely the top 10 dinners of my life. And may be the best omakase I’ve had (yes, maybe even better than O-ya’s). The flavors just burst in your mouth. The textures complement both the actual food and flavors. Pretty much a celebration for your taste buds and mouth feel. And don’t get me started on the presentation. Beautiful, colorful and artful.
Written March 28, 2021
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KNardone
Boston18 contributions
Apr 2021 • couples
Amazing. Delicious. The Omakase box was the best meal I have had during the pandemic (and I’ve had at least one other incredible tasting meal!). Do yourself a favor, and order the Omakase box for delivery (or pick up - you do you) right now. You will not be disappointed. If I could, I would get it every weekend. And, the Thai food is incredible as well.
Written April 18, 2021
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Diane S
37 contributions
Jul 2021 • solo
Excellent service, rapid, courteous and really good food.
The outdoor seating area is also really nice.
I was referred by a friend for their pad thai and sushi. Thank you for a warm welcome, I’ll be coming back!
Written July 28, 2021
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CaptivEats
Montreal363 contributions
Sep 2023 • family
Favourite Thai restaurant in Boston Area. Local gem! Love how quick they are. Service is good. Food is amazing, plus the portions are large.
Written February 18, 2024
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trippy l
178 contributions
Jul 2023 • friends
I look for sashimi that is more than just tuna, salmon etc... They had a number of fish on the menu that you don't always see. In addition to traditional Japanese food, they had a fantastic thai selection. This place is legit. I would definitely get a reso for anything larger than a two top. This was super busy on a Sunday at 630. If the place held 50 people I would be surprised. All in all, if I ever go back to Boston again, I will be going back to this restaurant.
Written July 26, 2023
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dustythoughts
Manchester2164 contributions
Apr 2023 • friends
This café was a good halfway point for a friend and I to meet for lunch, and we were both super pleased with the experience. The entrance is unobtrusive, but don't let that deter you. This is a smaller space - not tiny, but definitely cozy. We got one of the last available tables and were presented with a good lunch menu that includes both sushi and standard Thai fare (Pad Thai, curries, etc.). I got the drunken noodles and a Thai iced tea, and both were delicious. Our waitress was super friendly and checked in on us often but without being intrusive. It took a bit for our meals to arrive, as this place was super busy. Prices were very reasonable (I think this restaurant caters to a lot of students).
Written April 27, 2023
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Robert F
Shorewood21 contributions
Jun 2021 • friends
Average to below average sushi roll. Service was nice. Beer was horrible, avoid it. Not sure why it has gotten such a high rating. Maybe rating inflation at work :)
Written June 9, 2021
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2C2T
45 contributions
Oct 2019 • none
This restaurant has been recommended to me several times and I finally had a chance to try it - it did not disappoint. While the sushi (particularly the specialty pieces) were a bit pricey they were both beautiful and tasty. Having traveled to Thailand, I can also report that this is the most authentic Thai food I have had outside of Thailand. Just loved the Penang curry with duck - crispy skin and amazing flavors. And, to top it off, the staff are just lovely. Can't wait to go back.
Written November 5, 2019
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Roving580084
Bridgewater31 contributions
Oct 2019 • family
A restaurant with a cozy atmosphere. The food is excellent and plentiful. The service was exceptional.
Written October 27, 2019
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kaushal s
Singapore104 contributions
Jun 2019 • none
Went with a Friend and we were greatly surprised. The food cuisine available is Thai & Japanese. I had an incredible vegetarian Thai curry with rice. My Friend had a non vegetarian phase Thai noodle. The service and the quality of food is greatly appreciated.
Would recommend this place for the versatility of the food provided.
Written June 27, 2019
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Annabelle F
78 contributions
Jun 2019 • friends
Came here on recommendation from vegetarian friends who said this place was excellent, but for me it was simply underwhelming. Our dinner was a bit bland. The "hot ginger" wasn't hot at all, and my friend's dish was basically steamed vegetables with a very thick peanut sauce on the side. Not what she was expecting! The place is kind of dark, too. Given my friend's rave reviews I'm willing to give it another shot. Next time I'll go for the sushi which looked like a work of art.
Written June 14, 2019
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Emily M
2 contributions
May 2019 • friends
I have eaten at Laughing Monk dozens of times for takeout, on dates, and in large groups and have been extremely pleased with the food and service every time. The menu ranges from very reasonably priced and delicious rice / noodle dishes great for a casual lunch or dinner to exquisitely prepared sushi for a bit of a treat. The presentation of the sushi is truly beautiful, utilizing fresh fish and home-grown edible flowers and microgreens. Lastly, the desserts are just as delicious, inventive, and beautiful as the main courses, and I would highly recommend leaving room for something sweet to finish. Laughing Monk ranks in the top 1-3 for both Thai and sushi restaurants in the Boston area (having lived in various neighborhoods for the past decade).
Written May 15, 2019
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Joseph_Tulchin
Boston118 contributions
Jan 2019 • couples
how did we not know about this place? We found it by accident and had dinner there. The appetizers are sensational; the main was excellent. The portions generous.
Service good; ambience just fine. Lunch, we are told, is completely different. Sally and I will try to get there for lunch and report on that. Dinner is outstanding!!!!
Written January 15, 2019
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