The birds are landing in Boston — and they’re bringing serious heat.

Last year, Gaaeng flew north to throw down at Crispy Gai, Portland’s beloved Thai-ish fried chicken joint with a cult following for their golden crunch and bold-ass flavor.
This year, the favor’s being returned. Crispy Gai is coming all the way to Boston for one unforgettable night — teaming up with Gaaeng and Merai Bar for a pop-up that’s all things crispy, grilled, spicy, and just a little bit unhinged.

Never met Crispy Gai?
They’re a Portland hotspot turning Thai-style fried chicken into a full-blown obsession. Brined, battered, blistered to perfection — their Gai Tawd isn’t just crispy, it’s a whole personality. Saucy, crunchy, absolutely addictive.

Crispy Gai is serving that iconic fried chicken (yes, that chicken) —
Gaaeng is going full charcoal with smoky, juicy Gai Yang —
And together we’re throwing down a table of Isan-style sides — the kind you eat with your hands, dip into something funky, wrap in herbs, and destroy.

Meanwhile, Merai Bar is bringing the heat-chasers — bold, bright cocktails built to cool the burn, stir the soul, and maybe even make you text your ex.

Fried vs. Grilled
Crunch vs. Char
Portland vs. Boston
This is HOT CHICKS NIGHT.

One night. Three crews. One kitchen. Infinite flavor.
Don’t miss this collab of the year — who knows when (or if) it’ll happen again