Thai Orchid has easily become one of my favorite Thai spots in the Northland... I've been here at…read moreleast 6 times! Every single time it's a 10/10. It's warm, cozy, and just a nice place to sit and actually enjoy your meal. The staff are always friendly, super patient if you're deciding between dishes, and the bartender is quickkk which I appreciate. At this point, we've tried just about everything on the menu (non of the seafood dishes), and I genuinely haven't had a bad meal here. The tom kha soup, I literally cannot come here and not order it. It's creamy, flavorful, perfectly balanced with that coconut + citrus combo, and just comes together so well. Comforting, but still light. Another standout is the pad thai. Solid, flavorful, and cooked just right. Quick tip though: the noodles are thinner, so the spice definitely comes through more. If you like heat, keep that in mind. My personal favorite dish is the pad kee mao (drunken noodles). I usually go up a spice level on that one and it hits every time ... super flavorful, a little kick, and just really satisfying. Not pictured are the curries, but we've had all of them at this point and they are really good. My top two are the green curry and the panang. They are both rich, full of flavor, and consistently amazing. This is my go-to spot when I have friends in town or even just for an early dinner when I want something I know is going to be good without thinking too hard about it. It's consistent, good energy, great food... I'll keep coming back. **FYI - I have ordered takeout which the food was still good, but did not hit like it does in the restaurant **

(5/5) Thai Orchid in…read moreNorth Kansas City is an absolute gem--and honestly, it might just be the best Thai food in the Kansas City area. From the first bite, you can tell everything is made with fresh, high-quality ingredients. The flavors are vibrant, balanced, and consistently on point. Their cocktail menu is a standout. Drinks are well-crafted and complement the food perfectly, making it a great place whether you're there for a full dinner or just to relax with a few drinks. Happy hour is another major plus--excellent specials that actually feel like a deal and give you a chance to explore more of the menu. The ambiance pulls everything together: warm, inviting, and stylish without trying too hard. It's comfortable enough for a casual outing but also works really well for a date night. Overall, Thai Orchid checks every box--fresh ingredients, excellent cocktails, great value, and a welcoming atmosphere. Easily one of the top dining spots in KC, and very possibly the best Thai food in the city.

Our server was attentive, kind, and quick, and the food was so flavorful and delicious! It was…read morereally cool to see the staff working on the noodles behind the counter, and of course the infamous robot waiter. Definitely recommend!

Brought my granddaughter for some Noodles (aka Ramen)…read more While we were waiting - we were entertained by the staff making stretching our hand pulled noodles. If you've never seen this process - it's incredibly cool to see. I ordered a stir fry noodle dish - added a bit of chili oil for additional spice and enjoyed every bite! Even better I have leftovers for tomorrow! My granddaughter ate every last noodle! In short - this place is fun and the food is great!

A good friend raved about the food and service here. We decided to try their lunch menu. The food…read moreis excellent; the portions are very large. It is a small place but you are not on top of your neighbor. It is now our "go to" when we crave Asian.

I ate her a year ago and loved the food, but things can change. New cooks can make the biggest…read morechange in a restaurant. Service was pleasant and the ambiance was okay. Found it strange the Christmas tree was still up. The egg drop soup was so salty I could not eat it, tasted like the salt shaker fell into the pot. The potato dish was blah and also very salty. Needless to say I could not eat either item.

I love homemade-like mac and cheese. Good place to take a well-mannered kid. It is nice to sit on…read morethe porch when the weather is warm. (One has to watch out for the weirdos in downtown Lawrence everwhere when you sit outside).

first time here. located in downtown lawrence. place is quite spacious. the system is go to the…read morecashier and place order. later they will deliver the foods to your table. i order pad thai and chicken noodle soup. will say taste is just mediocre. the chicken noodle soup is just ok while pad thai is not that authentic for the taste. overall, just ok and prices are average...

I was in Liberty for a library event, so I ordered here online afterwards. The website failed to…read moremention there was no drive through, so I ended up having to go inside to pick up my food. The signage only said "Noodles," instead of Noodles & Company, so until I checked the address I wasn't sure I was at the right place. When I got there I had to stand at the counter for 10 minutes, even though I arrived at the correct time. The Japanese udon noodles tasted pretty good, although they were a bit rubbery. I was unable to cut through them with the plastic fork, and had to use the knife provided. But the potstickers came with a soy-like dipping sauce that was so spicy it destroyed my taste buds for the rest of the meal. Just because spicy seems to be popular right now doesn't mean everyone enjoys it. Spicy blisters my mouth, and I don't like pain. Not the best experience I've ever had. The $11.12 I paid for the meal was too much.

So my husband and I ordered food around 6:30 pm and we wanted it delivered. Well an hour goes by…read moreand we hear nothing so we call and Haley the general manager answers and is very helpful and helps by getting to the bottom of it and why it's taking so long. Meanwhile life at home continues and Haley CALLS ME back because she's invested in this order! She is flabbergasted that the order hasn't arrived and puts it in again to have it delivered. Overall I have never had a anyone so dedicated to making sure I get my food and Haley was amazing! Also we did eventually get food!

Nice variety on the menu and tasty food. Staff is friendly and service is great too. Definitely…read moreworth a try. Food: 4/5 Price: 4.5/5 Experience: 5/5

Fun music for midwesterns Tried the veggie ramen and added…read moreall the lime slice i wanted to liven up the bowl. Katsu chicken with spicy mayo from the appetizers is a great thing to share. They wheel out food and effeciently provide the check when you are ready!

Very good service and the food is always great! Would…read morehighly recommend! Fresh and healthy food

They have got some of the best soup dumplings ever and staff is very prompt and kind.read more

I came here for a date night after deciding Thai was the the craving of the day. It was my first…read moretime visiting Lulu's and I can't wait to go back! The atmosphere is great, pretty casual with a lot of cool decorations and very friendly staff. They also had some kind of holiday popup going on but I didn't have time to check that out. The food was absolutely delicious. I started off with the Mango Margarita which is now my favorite Margarita I've ever had. It was the perfect combination of spicy and sweet which made me want more. I ordered the Singapore Noodles with a Lulu roll from the seasonal menu and was not disappointed. Everything was cooked to perfection and the flavors came together very nicely. I ordered my food at the medium spice level but next time I will probably try hot since I didn't get too much kick from it. Other than that everything was absolutely amazing. My date ordered a Pad Thai which I actually liked even more than my own meal. I'll definitely be trying that next time. I'd highly recommend trying Lulu's if you get the chance!

Eh, this gets the job done if you're looking for some thai food, but there are other places I would…read morepick before this. Inside the restaurant is cute with plenty of seating and waitress was kind and attentive. Ive gotten their spring rolls before (very bland) and this time I ordered the pad thai that's traditional and some rangoons. Now the rangoons were bomb, I would come back for 3 plates of those! The pad thai was also pretty good but very...soupy if that makes sense? Wasn't bad, but not sure I'd come again.

My pad Thai was so good. The chicken was perfectly cooked and great service. Quiet and great…read moreambiance

Woke up this morning craving noodles. Its been awhile since I had noodles. Can't go wrong with…read moreNoodles and Company for a quick, fresh and delicious meal. Pad Thai is my go to dish here. Service is usually fast. The cook it fresh and bring it out to you. Casual atmosphere. This location also has outdoor seating for those nice sunny days.

This place is amazing. I haven't ate all day and this just made my night. Incredible, and awesome…read moreflavor

Just good Chinese food with a large selection and big portions! I had spring rolls and spicy…read moreedamame for appetizers the Szechwan beef noodle soup! Everything tasted fantastic and I will be back soon! They also have a buffet on Friday thru Sunday at lunch time can't wait to try!