166 Eastern Ave, Malden MA Tel: 617-488-8631
invovative sushi, cocktail, asian fusion dining
The Story of Phat Thaiger
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“A bold fusion born from flavor, fun, and a Fat Tiger’s spirit.”
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At PHAT THAIGER, we celebrate the joy of blending Thai flavors and Japanese Izakaya culture in a way that’s never been done before.​
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​“A Thai & Japanese Izan-kaya (Isaan-ka-ya)”
Phat Thaiger is where tradition meets modernity. Inspired by the fiery, aromatic dishes of Isaan (Northeastern Thailand) and the refined artistry of Japanese izakaya dining, we’ve created a dining style that’s bold, fun, and distinctly our own.
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At its heart is the spirit of the izakaya — a Japanese gastropub designed for sharing small plates with cool craft cocktails in a lively, communal setting.
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The Menu: Where Thai Heat Meets Umami
From Boston’s first Khao Soi Maki to our Wasabi Martini, we fuse bold flavors with fun — the Phat Thaiger way
At Phat Thaiger, every dish tells a story—where the tangy zest of Thai street food meets the refined umami of Japanese izakaya staples. Our menu is a playful meeting of cultures, inspired by the fiery flavors of Isaan and the artistry of Japanese small plates. Think Phat Thai, Pad Thai reimagined with chewy udon noodles; a Somtum platter, where papaya salad on rustic sharing trays meets Japanese ingredients; or Phat’s crudos—fresh sashimi dressed in lime, wasabi, and Thai herbs. From bold larb tuna tartare and Phat See Ew, yakisoba stir-fried with Thai basil, to Hokkaiyaki Hor Mok—scallops baked in Thai curry custard—or premium Wagyu grilled tableside on hoba leaves, each creation blends comfort with surprise. Whether enjoying spicy skewers, sharing hot pot, or savoring a delicate crudo, every bite is crafted for connection—bold, fun, and unapologetically Phat Thaiger.
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The House of Wagyu Near Boston
As the House of Wagyu near Boston, Phat Thaiger proudly serves premium cuts like A5 Wagyu, grilled tableside over aromatic Hoba leaves and paired with our signature Phat House Jeaw Teriyaki sauce—an interactive, umami-rich highlight of our fusion experience.
But Wagyu is just the beginning. From teppanyaki-style grilling to creative maki rolls, Hoba Yaki, and Jeaw Nabe hot pots, every dish celebrates the playful harmony of Thai heat and Japanese finesse. At Phat Thaiger, bold flavors, shared plates, and unforgettable experiences come together—this is fusion done the Phat Thaiger way.
The Bar: Crafting Fusion Cocktails
Phat Thaiger’s drink menu is as inventive as its food—where Japanese precision meets Thai boldness in every glass. Each signature cocktail is crafted with its own story, expressing unique layers of flavor through cultural fusion. Try the Hadouken, a wasabi martini that delivers a crisp punch of Haku vodka with a fiery wasabi kick. The PHAT cocktail—Pretty Hot And Tempting—heats things up with spicy tequila, and Thai Bird Eye Chili bitters, and is even flambéed tableside for a dramatic reveal. Bowser’s SMASH, Shiso-jito! brings a refreshing twist to the mojito, combining herbaceous shiso, botanical Roku gin, and citrus for a Japanese-style smash. For something savory, Me-so PHAT blends rich honey miso, lemon, and smooth Toki whisky in a bold twist on the classic Gold Rush. And don’t miss the crowd favorite, Moon Prism Power, Shake Up!—a floral, fruity, and whimsical cocktail inspired by Sailor Moon, balancing hibiscus, citrus, gin, and magic. At Phat Thaiger, every cocktail is more than a drink—it’s a cross-cultural experience that tells its own delicious tale.
