Laughing Monk

Chan Mi Lee★★★★

Nicely nested close to Harvard Med School and right near Mission Hill. Busy though and can be hard to find parking - there are some metered parking on the street nearby and few 2 hour visitors parking. It's cosy inside. The inside-inside area seems to be reserved for special functions. Staff are friendly but sometimes (and saying this cuz I felt it on both occasions that I went in there in person) it can feel like they are rushing you... To order and to get the bill. Also the QR code for the menu never worked for me. My phone is not old but somehow it just cannot read it. And then you read the

Immy C★★★★★

One of my favorite places in Mission Hill! It’s a great spot when you can’t decide between Thai or Japanese food because they have both 🍣🍜 This restaurant is also very vegan-friendly, which my boyfriend really appreciates. My all-time favorite combo is the moo ping, tom yum coconut soup, and panang curry with beef 🥩 So flavorful and comforting every time. The cocktails are good too 🍹 Sadly, I rarely have photos of the Thai food because I always start craving it and eat right away 😋🤤 The service is always good, and the other side of the restaurant has an amazing atmosphere too (if it’s

Nicky's Travels★★★★

Laughing Monk Cafe is one of those places that works well when you're in the mood for both Thai and Japanese food and don't want to choose between the two. The space feels modern and comfortable without being overly formal, making it equally suited for a casual lunch, dinner with friends, or a relaxed date night. The menu is extensive, covering everything from sushi and sashimi to curries, noodle dishes, and Thai appetizers, giving the restaurant a broader appeal than a typical single-cuisine spot. The Thai dishes were the highlight of my visit, particularly the Pad Thai and Pad See Ew. Both

Magda A. Jabbar★★★★

Close to 4 stars. Sushi roll was good, curry excellent, vegetarian dumplings also very good. Not impressed with the Pad see, and scallion pancake had no scallions.