Cambridge Dining Guide
Best Thai in Cambridge
The best Thai restaurants in Cambridge, Massachusetts — from street food-inspired spots to upscale dining. Locally curated.
5 restaurants curated
Thai food has a devoted following in Cambridge, where complex curries, aromatic soups, and fiery stir-fries draw regulars from across the city. Several spots are run by Thai-born chefs who bring genuine regional flavors — expect dishes with real heat and balanced sweetness, not the toned-down versions found elsewhere.
Insider TipOrder at your preferred spice level and mean it — Cambridge Thai restaurants generally respect heat requests without dialing them back.
Porter Square
2Dakzen
Thai · Porter Square
Tiny, vibrant spot known for authentic Northern Thai. The Khao Soi (curry noodles) is the move - rich coconut curry with egg noodles and crispy noodles on top. Small space fills up fast. This is what Thai food should taste like.
Sugar & Spice
Thai · Porter Square
Porter Square Thai institution with 100+ dishes and 60+ gluten-free/vegan options. The pad thai is textbook perfect, and the massaman curry has the right amount of sweetness. Cash only but there's an ATM inside. Been coming here since college - it's never let me down.
North Cambridge
2Sugar & Spice
Thai · North Cambridge
Authentic Thai cuisine with traditional recipes and fresh ingredients. Family-run restaurant serving Cambridge for over 20 years with consistent quality and generous portions.
Black Ruby
Thai · North Cambridge
Thai craft burgers and dining between Harvard and Porter Squares. A unique fusion concept combining authentic Thai flavors with American comfort food. The Thai-spiced burgers and papaya salad are standouts.
Harvard Square
1Frequently Asked Questions
Cambridge has well-regarded Thai restaurants in several neighborhoods. The best options are listed above sorted by rating, with choices ranging from casual takeout spots to full-service dining.