Mao Mao
$$ • Thai
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1000 Broadway, Brooklyn
(929) 600-5965
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The space is configured like a film set: you are in some backwater honkytonk in a remote outpost in Thailand in the 70’s. Psychedelic Thai music along with some disco blares loudly beneath the flickering lights, corrugated metal awnings, advertisements for beer, Fanta, god-knows-what hair care products — it actually looks like a sort of Thai bodega. Leaning forward from your antique movie theatre seat and peering into the downstairs you see large glass jars illuminated with...read full review
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Hours
| Monday | 5 - 11PM |
| Tuesday | 5 - 11PM |
| Wednesday | 5 - 11PM |
| Thursday | 5 - 11PM |
| Friday | 5 - 11PM |
| Saturday | 1 - 11PM |
| Sunday | 1 - 11PM |
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Mao Mao is a unique and vibrant restaurant, featuring vintage Thai-themed decor with old school movie seats and low-slung tables. The atmosphere is great for going with friends or on a date, making it feel special and inviting. It is a hidden gem in the Broadway, Brooklyn area, where the ambiance stands out immediately with dim lighting and eclectic décor. While the food is delicious and authentically Thai, offering a variety of well-flavored dishes, some may find the small portions and high prices a drawback. The menu is thoughtfully curated, featuring options like steamed dumplings (shumai style) and a soupy noodle dish with a curry-like broth. There are only a few vegetarian options available, which could limit choices for some guests.
The quirky charm of the restaurant includes a Thai movie projected on a big screen, adding to the experience, though the strong odor from condiments can sometimes be distracting. Overall, Mao Mao offers fresh, flavorful, and satisfying food in a slightly off-beat setting, making it one of the coolest restaurants to experience in Brooklyn.