Stylish Polanco Thai spot with lush setting and creative, mildly adapted flavors; strong vegetarian range, premium prices, and service consistency issues to watch.
Manaw delivers solid neighborhood dining through exceptional setting appeal—a lush Polanco mansion with park views—and strong food quality featuring bold Thai flavors with contemporary touches. However, inconsistent seasoning and portion execution across visits, combined with uneven service coordination during peak times, prevents it from reaching higher-grade territory. Premium pricing and occasional allergy-handling concerns further temper the overall experience.
One caveat: Pricing is genuinely expensive (many mains $420-$590 MXN; premium proteins higher)