Brown Sugar Cafe
(617) 787-4242
1033 Commonwealth Ave
Boston,
MA
02215
42.3521
-71.1219
Neighborhoods: Allston-Brighton, Allston
What People Are Saying About Brown Sugar Cafe
The Editor
Gerrish Lopez
Citysearch
Colorful fish tanks, framed butterflies, cream colored walls and metallic fans conspire to set a distinctly romantic mood, much to the satisfaction of the many young couples who stop in before a show or after a study break. For the uninitiated, Brown Sugar's epic menu provides a flavorful intro to the pleasures of Thai fare. Experienced diners revel in authentic preparations of favorites like choo chee fisherman (seafood with a kaffir lime-spiced curry sauce) and masaman curry. Newbies can select from dozens of not-too-spicy, not-too-foreign options like crunchy spring rolls and cloyingly sweet pad thai. So-called "gourmet originals" offer more than a dozen bases for a choose-your-own-adventure experience.
User Reviews
Anonymous
October 29, 2008
Brown Sugar Cafe was introduced to me almost eight years ago. The food is amazing! I love the papaya salad, the tom yum soup, pineapple fried rice, the mango chicken and oh that Thai ice tea! As you can see, I have tried quite a bit of their menu. It is highly recommended. Although the restaurant is top notch, the sister restaurant in Cambridge is not as good. Definitely opt for the Commonwealth location, but be weary of high volume times. The service is amazing, but you may feel a bit rushed. If you go at lunch on a weekend, you can sit and relax and take your time.
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knowhowe
May 03, 2008
The food was outstanding - their khao soi (a Northern Thai yellow curry with crispy and soft noodles) was spot-on, just as I've eaten in Thailand, and the spicyness was just right. Service was efficient but unrushed and very friendly. If eating out in Boston I'd wholeheartedly recommend eating here.
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freewilly7
April 12, 2008
hostesses, not the happiest on earth. at peak times wait is longer than the meal itself. service is dependent on individual server. tables are placed very close to one another your rear end risks sweeping other people's food off their table. overall experience is... "acceptable." food, for the most part, is great, and they have about 20 kinds of pad thai for you to try at each visit! my personal fav is the roast duck red curry, although one time it was on a sweeter side of curry (which i like) and one time it was like szechuan spicy. :)
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The Extras:
Takeout orders can be placed online, but even more convenient is delivery to your door for only $2.
Save Money:
Stop by daily before 3pm for any one of the bargain lunch specials--about 50 dishes are available for under $7.
The Extras:
Takeout orders can be placed online, but even more convenient is delivery to your door for a pittance
When to Go:
When there's a sold-out show down the street at the Paradise, the restaurant can be overrun by a surge of rock fans, ensuring spotty service and long waits.
Know Before You Go:
The huge menu has something for everyone, particularly vegetarians (a group that is ignored by many of the neighborhood's nondescript college joints).
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Discover, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Lunch Spot, Family Style Dining, Group Dining, Food Delivery, Cheap Eats
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
No
