Mao Mao
$$ • Thai Book a table: 7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM MoreAbout Mao Mao
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Thai Style Fried Chicken Platter
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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
Curry is amaaaaaaazing
Sublime atmosphere tucked away on a corner in bushwhick, with equally fanstastic food to match. Reasonably priced as well!
Hours
| Monday | 5 - 11PM |
| Tuesday | 5 - 11PM |
| Wednesday | 5 - 11PM |
| Thursday | 5 - 11PM |
| Friday | 5 - 11PM |
| Saturday | 1 - 11PM |
| Sunday | 1 - 11PM |
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.