Thai Boat Noodle Soup Coming to Cambridge

What A Soup is bringing its traditional flavors and innovative approach to the area.
Thai Boat Noodle Soup Coming to Cambridge
Photo: Shurly Won

What A Soup, an eagerly awaited Thai restaurant, is poised to introduce its authentic boat noodle soup to the local dining scene. Situated at 125 River St in Cambridge, the restaurant has taken over the space previously occupied by Nu Dó. Owned by Cara Man and her family, the dedicated team hopes to welcome guests in December 2023.

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Celebrated for its rich and intricate flavors, boat noodle soup traces back to the twelfth century when cooks began serving it out of boats along the canals of Bangkok. Traditionally prepared with a harmonious blend of beef and pork, the soup’s broth interestingly incorporates blood.

The restaurant’s intriguing name, ‘What A Soup,’ was deliberately chosen to pique the curiosity of passersby, inviting them to savor the delectable concoction within. The owners of the restaurant, all hailing from Thailand themselves, are passionate about presenting this “uniquely delicious” soup to patrons. They plan to showcase the soup’s sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors through a variety of distinct bowls.

Prepare to embark on a flavorful journey at What A Soup, where tradition meets innovation. As December approaches, anticipation for the grand opening of this Thai gem builds, promising a dining experience that will leave guests exclaiming, “What a soup!”

Cat Broughton

Cat Broughton

Cat Broughton is a creative lifestyle writer with a passion for exploring the art of storytelling. She graduated from the University of Memphis with a BA in English, where she honed her skills in crafting compelling narratives. When she's not putting pen to paper, you can usually find her perfecting her downward dog, eating vegan food, and sporting platform sandals, though usually not at the same time.
Cat Broughton

Cat Broughton

Cat Broughton is a creative lifestyle writer with a passion for exploring the art of storytelling. She graduated from the University of Memphis with a BA in English, where she honed her skills in crafting compelling narratives. When she's not putting pen to paper, you can usually find her perfecting her downward dog, eating vegan food, and sporting platform sandals, though usually not at the same time.
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