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Welcome to Mao Mao, a unique and quirky Thai restaurant located in Brooklyn, NY. This place offers a blend of traditional Thai flavors with a trendy and hipster atmosphere, making it a must-visit spot for food enthusiasts looking for a one-of-a-kind dining experience.

From the moment you step into Mao Mao, you are transported to a different world with vintage memorabilia, old Thai films playing on projectors, and an ambiance that will truly immerse you in the culture. While the seating might be unconventional and not the most comfortable for dining, the overall experience is worth it.

One of the standout features of Mao Mao is its diverse menu, featuring a wide range of appetizers and main dishes that will tantalize your taste buds. Some customer favorites include the Lukchin Ping, Tod Mun pla, and Khao kha moo box, all bursting with authentic Thai flavors and spices.

When it comes to drinks, Mao Mao does not disappoint either, with a selection of cocktails and spirits that complement the flavorful dishes perfectly. The Ma Kratheup Long and Soju-based cocktails are sure to add an extra layer of excitement to your dining experience.

Overall, Mao Mao is more than just a restaurant – it's a journey to Thailand right in the heart of Brooklyn. Whether you're looking for a unique dining experience, delicious Thai cuisine, or just a cool spot to hang out with friends, Mao Mao has something for everyone. So why not step inside and immerse yourself in the vibrant and eclectic world of Mao Mao?

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Christy A.
Christy A.

Service was good and attentive. The atmosphere was a throwback vibe with old Thai films playing via projector and vintage memorabilia. Table perhaps a little too short to eat comfortably but it's about the ambiance. Wonton soup was flavorful, loaded with book choy and a generous amount of dumplings. Chicken was Amazing. The dumplings app was the same wonton served in the wonton soup. Overall a great place to eat at.

Sarah P.
Sarah P.

The main draw of this place is the decor and atmosphere for sure. It's a very quirky, unique spot that transports you into another world and time, which is nice to do in the middle of NYC. The biggest 'complaint' which seems to have already been discussed at length in other reviews is the unconventional/uncomfortable seating. This only really becomes an issue in my opinion if you're planning on eating. This seems like the perfect place to mostly drink but maybe have a snack to nosh at. It's definitely a bar that has food, and not the other way around. That being said, I did actually enjoy the food we got. We shared: - PRIK BREAK TEK (crunchy fried chilis- delicious!) - KHAO KRIAP GOONG (shrimp chips with chili paste- also very good and addictive) - GOONG SAM ROT (good, only comes with 4 so better to split between 2 ppl) - UI CHAI (THAI-CHINESE CHIVE DUMPLINGS) more glutinous than I was expecting but good - KHAO KRSPOW MOO SUB (MINCED PORK WITH THAI CLASSIC BASIL SAUCE SERVE WITH JASMINE RICE) tasted like a classic dish, very flavorful and decent portion - KHAO MUN GAI) HAINANESE CHICKEN RICE: really good flavor - Mango sticky rice: so delicious and the perfect ending to the meal Drinks were decent. Overall, a cool spot worth checking out.

Genovese L.
Genovese L.

Mao Mao is a fun bar in Brooklyn that transports you to Thailand! From the decor to the smell, it felt authentic. I came here with a party of 6 and we squeezed into one of the corner tables downstairs. I loved the giant projector that played various vintage videos of Thailand and the music was on point. We only ordered drinks since we already had dinner down the street. We got the Ma Kratheup Long to share, which had about 10-12 shots worth of alcohol in the glass flask. The taste of that was a lot better than the smell! I also ordered myself a cocktail with soju, but can't remember the name of it. It was pretty good and I had a good buzz by the night we left. All in all, a fun bar to check out!

Alan S.
Alan S.

Broadway is one of the few truly interesting streets left in Brooklyn. I never fail to find surprises when I get off at a new station along the J-Z lines, it has brought me such finds as Masquerade, Santa Panza, and Ornithology. Add to that mix the vintage kitschy (perhaps gaudy) Thai restaurant-cum-club-cum-cinema you didn't know you needed in your life. I'm no expert on vintage Thai cinema, but the soundtrack appears to be the Thai equivalent of Nazia Hassan and 80s Lata Mangeshkar. The vegetarian options are not that plentiful. And you come here more for the vibes than the food. But I did enjoy the snacking peanuts, and the chive dumplings - for pak mor, one of my favorite sweet-savory Thai snacks, the version at Chiangmai Diner is more delicate.

Falisha R.
Falisha R.

This place is truly awesome and authentic. It's the vibe for me, we loved it. The food was super good. The appetizers were really really small but they were still delish. And the price for a 3.5 ounce bottle of soju is 16.99 which is a lot for something so tiny so your going to end up buying 3 or 4 which I'm sure is the point... anyways I digress.. the service was really good as well. I loved the movie projector on the wall and all the fun decor, they had a dj too which was nice, I wish he would of played some Thai music instead so we could of had the full experience but it's ok. We spent 185$ for 2 people. Like I said those bottles were small.

Eleanor A.
Eleanor A.

Absolutely love everything about this place. So authentic and I love the decor and vibe of the restaurant. You truly won't find anything like it anywhere else. Love the basil pork, the peanuts, and the papaya salad.

Sylvia J.
Sylvia J.

Super cool vibes, that transports you to an evening in Bangkok - in a run down theater type space. It's dark, moody and the seating is literally movie theater style (red scratchy material) seats. I would suggest to come for drinks and some apps - enjoy your time and go for dinner elsewhere. There just isn't enough room (physical table space) to really enjoy your meal. But it's certainly a cool experience - if your in the neighborhood, go!