I needed a break from fish and chips, heavy Irish stews, Shepherd's pies and heavier food items the past week in Ireland. I wasn't sure eating Thai was wise in Ireland, but we gave it a whirl. We split the veggie spring rolls, they were decent enough. My mom got Pad Thai, no spice. I got the massaman Curry, medium spice. Both our dishes were decent. It was just a nice change from the weighted down meals we had been eating on the daily since we landed here. It's not far from the temple bar, for an evening night cap and to take in some loud raucous fun for a night. Some beautifully facaded bars and buildings surrounding this Thai restaurant too. read more

Thai Orchid - Thai Near Me - Dublin, D

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The first time I was in Dublin my friend had wanted to go here and I thought he was crazy. Thai? In Dublin? But 10 years later I returned because the first time had been so good. Everything on the menu is delicious and the service was great. One of the owners had said they have been there 23 years. You can definitely see why when you eat the food. Curry is highly recommended. read more

Thai Orchid - Singapore Noodles - Thai Near Me - Dublin, D

One should invariably exercise the greatest caution when going to public house or eatery in Westmoreland St. The street is a little too close to Temple Bar for comfort. Temple Bar means tourists, and the proximity of tourists tends to push everyone's prices up a fraction. Thai Orchid is right on the margin of Temple Bar, almost in the tourist trap itself. The restaurant is very nice and well lit inside, though some might find the décor a little overpowering: they took the oriental theme and really ran with it. The staff are very pleasant, very polite. Now, there's nothing really wrong per se with the food. The one time that I ate at Thai Orchid I got the pad thai, which is quite difficult to get completely wrong. I was not by any means really horrible or anything; it was just pretty uninspiring. And €17 price tag that accompanies the majority of the main courses is a little bit too much for food that is nothing to write home about. Sub-par. read more

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Surprised by the low rating! Also, there is absolutely no way this place qualifies as a 3 euro sign restaurant. I'm glad we gave it a try for lunch! We ordered the Tom Yum Coconut Soup with Chicken which was pretty good. In general, we prefer the non-coconut milk Tom Yum. It was 4.50 euro. We also had an order of the chicken satay skewers which were very good! I loved the peanut sauce and pickled cucumber that came with it. These were 3.50 euro. Then, we ordered a beef dish with vegetables and rice which was 8.50 euro. This was really good. We asked for it spicy and it came back at a good spice level - not enough to make you sweat but enough to feel it. These three items were enough for 2 people but no leftovers - we cleaned our plates! The service was fast and friendly. The food was also delivered to our table very soon after we ordered. Overall, very pleased with our lunch here! read more

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My go to place in Dublin for Thai. The food is always delicious and the staff is wonderful. Casual atmosphere and great place to fuel up before hitting the temple bar area. Go early because it gets packed after 8. read more

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We entered and the place was empty - the woman who sat me and my family informed us that we'd just missed the rush so we had the place to ourselves - it certainly picked up by the time we left! We were looking for a slightly lighter meal this evening, so my parents each got pad Thai while my sister and her husband shared a ginger stir fry meal. I got the fried rice. Everything was DELICIOUS. Even for five Americans, four meals was just enough and had a great combination of flavors and came out very quickly from the kitchen. I noticed even as people started coming in food was quickly out of the kitchen and the staff was fairly attentive to getting to all the tables. If I had more time in Dublin I'd love to go back to try more foods here! Everything was plated beautifully and wasn't far from what I knew from back in the States. I also appreciated that they were very flexible in spiciness levels and made sure that my parents' dishes weren't spicy but gave us options to add on any spice ourselves. The menu seems very versatile in terms of curry and spiciness which is good - I love green curry but sometimes it can be a little spicy for me! If I return to Dublin I'll definitely give it a try here. read more

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I'm taking my Thai tour across the Atlantic. Came across this place while wandering Dublin and stopped in for lunch. The panang and yellow curries were both tasty and portions were generous. The chicken satay was breaded, which I've never seen before, but still very yummy. Might be back for more before I head back to the States. read more

Looking for a place to eat and have a chat, me and a friend went here for their early bird dinner. They have quite a good offer with a three course for 18 euro menu. I started with the chicken satay skewers which were lovely and then had the sweet and sour which was so uninspiring. I don't know if I just ordered the wrong thing but it was bland, bland, bland. The sauce tasted extrordinarily like tomato sauce from a tin of beans, and had none of the sticky, sweet chili flavour I was expecting. My friend was happier with her choice of mains. I got the raspberry roulade for dessert which was nice, although I pretty sure it was premade. Everything was edible but my main was so disappointing. Service was good and the staff were very pleasant. The prices were fine, but I'd be very pissed off if I got that for full menu price. read more

While the location was ideal and staff nice the food we ordered was inedible. The chicken satay was like leather. The Thai fried rice was so greasy and lacked any semblance of Thai fried rice, no depth of spices. It tasted like bad Chinese takeaway rice. When my pad see ew arrived I asked if there was a mistake because it looked like pad Thai nothing about it was pad see ew. Four pieces of tofu so salty and obvious lack of sweet soy sauce. Don't waste your time or money here. read more

If you're searching for the type of Thai food that you've experienced in big cities such as Los Angeles and New York, I'd say wait until you return or visit Thailand instead. And if you're accustomed to the cheap and/or affordable prices, you're in for a shock; expect to pay three to four times the standard price. We ordered two traditional dishes: pad see ew and pad thai (thai iced tea was not on the menu). The food arrived and looked and tasted nothing like any thai food I've ever tried. It wasn't horrible, but both dishes taste like slightly different versions of chow mein. Different noodles, different sauces, and different vegetables... essentially, a completely different meal. Each dish was around an overpriced 17 Euros and is of moderate proportions (maybe too small for a 'typical' American eye). Service is friendly and attentive. The decor is Asian themed. If this might be your first experience with thai food, I'd strongly advise against it. Again, it's not horrible, but you wouldn't want to order a Guinness and have it taste like PBR or Coors Light. read more

Right, it's been at least 10 mins since I last wrote a review on a Thai eatery, so I must be due one. The Thai Orchid from the outside looks a bit dodgy and the inside looks tacky with plastic fountains and the like.... leave all of that aside and concentrate on the menu, read the all too spartan descriptions and think this is either going to be very good or very bad, stand up and get your coat.... to get the mobile you left in it. Absolutely stay and order whatever you like because it is going to be good - like really good. Straying from my usual red curry (extra hot) I usually have the Yellow curry here with chicken (and extra chilli), it is spectacular, served as it is in a terracotta pot with a wee night-light under it to keep things toasty. They have a nice little wine list and the bill at the end of the night is never shocking. Go, enjoy, you'll be glad you ignored the ornaments! read more

i miss this place. it was my spot to grab a green curry or pad kra pow. the service was always friendly and i must say even though it might not be the best restaurant in town, its a nice choice if you're tired of your usual. holds a special place in my heart, for sure. read more

As an asian foodie, I'm quite particular with my foods, and I know how Thai can taste different than Vietnamese vs Indonesian etc. etc. It was a late night dinner, we sat in around 10pm. Me and mum ordered the chicken Satay starter and the Tofu Pad Thai for main. The Chicken skeweres were strips of chicken breast, which was different than what I imagined - bite sized chicken. The meat was dry although the taste was ok. The dipping peanut sauce was way too chunky for my taste though. It was more peanut chunks than sauce in my opinion. The Pad Thai on the other hand, was much better than I expected Dublin Thai has to offer. Although better than expectations, it still wasn't as original as what I would expect. It was lacking in some herbs (lemon grass etc.) and some chilli and fish sauce. The taste was quickly improved with a side of fish sauce. One thing that annoyed me though was the super chunky peanuts in the noodles. It was a little too much in ratio than I would like. Overall, a good experience. Great for occasions when I do crave some Thai, although not exactly like Thailand, still hits the spot. But that is also expected in a town where there aren't that many Thai/ Asian people, the restaurant has to cater more to the local tastes. read more

Definitely will never bother with this place again. Ordered my meal and asked if I could have fresh chillies with it. Was told by the waitress that she will have to charge for it. So she gave chilli oil instead for " free". I can tell you that I have never been to any restaurant before that wanted to charge for some fresh chillies with your meal. Apparently this is a family run restaurant. Being mean and stingy is a sure way to drive customers away. A horrible experience indeed. read more

Good Thai food!! Atmosphere and services were also nice. But it's rather expensive for Thai food... read more

Thai Orchid is a nice culinary change of pace here in Dublin. The service was a bit erratic as the main course arrived before our appetizers did. But it was all good. Not great, but good. read more

Thai Orchid - Thai Near Me - Dublin, D

2-Course early dinner was excellent value and service was attentive, friendly. We're just visiting for the week and staying at a local hotel so really enjoyed a quiet, beautiful, close-by place to find delicious Thai curry. The lady and gentleman who waited on us were warm and friendly, we thoroughly enjoyed our experience! read more

At this point we had been in Dublin for over three days, and while we had been enjoying every minute of it, it was time for a culinary shift. Back in the states we had always enjoyed Thai food, and given that this was located just a block from our hotel, we figured it wouldn't be a bad choice. Speaking strictly on the food itself, it wasn't at all a poor decision. My red curry was as spicy as advertised, and being able to wash it down with a Malaysian Tiger beer was appreciated. But I have to say, one of the aspects of Irish culture in general that we most appreciated was the fact that we were rarely rushed in terms of taking our order and collecting the bill. Perhaps part of this stemmed from the fact that the eating establishments we patronized were never at capacity, and rarely approached it. Or perhaps there is an awareness that pissing off tourists is generally not a good idea. But I think it ultimately is a reflection of the culture - while they're not as laid back as places in the tropics might be, there is an awareness that dining experiences are to be savored, enjoyed, and reflected upon, not a test as to how efficiently one can wolf down their food. I say "rarely rushed" as opposed to "never rushed" because of this place. We'd been seated for barely a minute when we were asked if we were ready to order. We asked for a couple of minutes to make a decision, and were asked again another minute later. Mind you, the place wasn't exactly hopping when we arrived, so perhaps the waitress was a bit antsy, but still... Same routine repeated itself at checkout. Note to staff: It looks good to have relaxed patrons at your establishment. read more

I have to agree with Quentin, this place does look a bit dodgy from the outside, but if you're in the mood for decent Thai food, you could do a lot worse than the Thai Orchid. I usually go for the Thai Green Curry- I think I've tried that in every single Thai restaurant and with every take-away in the greater Dublin area- and this is one of the better ones. The service is good and prompt, the staff are very nice and possibly the only authentic Thai thing in the place. Still, the food is good and not too expensive and it's right around the corner from Temple Bar so it's handy for a few after-dinner pints. read more

Thai Orchid - with the lights on - Thai Near Me - Dublin, D

this is the best thai food ive ever had and thats saying a lot! I absolutey love thai food and didnt know how this one would compare but i dont regret it one bit for stepping foot into this restaurant. I got the yellow curry with prawns and it was just the perfect mix of spicy and sweet. The potatoes melted in my mouth and the prawns were very soft and cooked super well. They were overly generous with their size of the side of rice which is always a plus. Definitely recommend others to go here for good affordable thai food! read more

Thai Orchid - yellow curry with prawns - Thai Near Me - Dublin, D

Worst Thai food ever. Overcocked, oversalted, burned. This is not thai, it's more like chinese read more

Thai Orchid - Burned rice - Thai Near Me - Dublin, D

Nice cosy place. We were there early and the door was locked but open within seconds. We were seated and got a menu - I wish they would elborate a little more what the dishes are since I was there with friends who had never had thai before and had to explain everything.. I orderd some lamb which was utterly delicous and perfectly spiced. We all had to share a bowl of rice ( 3 people for a medium sized ball really???) But the food was just so so so good that it was okay and good early bird prices. The server was a big too eager and tried to clear our table before we had finished but all in all a good place and I'd go back again! read more

This restaurant has been on Westmoreland St for a long time, and even though I used to get my bus from outside the door, I never managed to cross the threshold... well a lunch gathering with some friends the other day sorted that for us. First impression was that it was so quiet - only 3 other people the whole hour we were there! Not a good sign! But I can confirm that its not the food, nor the service which was (obviously:)) attentive. They catered for one our party who likes 'food with no sauce', although the idea took a while for the waiter to grasp - 'there will be no taste' he extolled. Anyway plainly stir fired chicken & veg came out and my friend was happy! The other 3 dishes we had were tasty and we were supplied with lots of rice and plentiful water top ups (it was lunch time after all). My main downside is the tables are a bit small, I always find that with multiple plates associated with Asian cuisine, a round table suits best! Not a hugely expensive lunchtime outing, and would probably go back. read more

I don't know why people gave many bad reviews for this one but after trying, i m with many of them now. It is one of the places I feel rushed while using food. Plus Me and my friend, we had tom yum soup and main courses from early-bird menu and it did not taste good as it should. And I don't know why but there were many flies around where we had food and I was absolutely not happy with that. Disappointing is finally my feeling about this place. read more

For fans of thai food this place is a must. I've eaten here and in the sister restaurant in Navan on numerous occasions and I've never been disappointed. The green curry is fantastic and has a lovely kick to it. The appetiser platter is well worth sharing too, in particular I love the chunky satay sauce. The food is flavoursome, the servings plentiful and the prices are reasonable. The food is accompanied by a good wine list and a selection of SE Asian beers. The place has a lovely atmosphere to it too, it may look a tad tacky from the outside but that tends to give it an authentic feel. The staff are very efficient and pleasant. I've always felt well looked after in this place. read more

The worst Thai food ever !!! We ordered appetizers which were so stale and bad tasting that we paid for our alcohol and left. Please don't go there ! read more

I think it's fair to say that everyone in Dublin can say they've passed by this place loads of times and not really noticed it. I had noticed it, I just really wasn't arsed trying it out because it looks like a token Thai place just thrown in to compliment the games arcade further up the block. How wrong was I! Okay, okay, I'll admit...it does look a bit tacky inside as a lot of Thai places do. It seems that whenever a relative of theirs goes home to Thailand, they return with a suitcase full of clutter and gold masks and laughing buddhas and all sorts to scatter around their restaurant. That's where the negativity ends. The staff have the typical bluntness of th Thai people and it ads to the authenticity of the place. I had a thai red chicken curry (a dish I use to guage thai restaurants) and I have to say, it was delicious. The curry was served in a cool clay tureen on a matching clay stand that housed a tea light to keep the food hot. It's not really the kind of place you'd take someone to impress or on a date but if you fancy something quick and different, I'd recommend it so 4/5 read more

This place is alright. Traveling from California. If you are from Cali, there food here isn't the same, but it's alright. We got the Tom Kha soup which wasn't as spicy as I am used too. At home this soup is orange, here it is white and it comes with bok choy in it. It was more on the sweet side. We also ordered 1 pad see ew, which I think was pad che ew on the menu here? That tasted the same as home but the noodles weren't the thick ones I am used to, they were pad thai noodles and this also had bok choy in it! You have the option to have tofu instead of meat on everything which i thought was nice!Unlike other reviews, we thought everything took forever! They cleared our plates and we waiting another 25 min before our check came, after we asked. read more

Well, it started out well enough. We went in on St. Patrick's eve when the city was bustling for a quick meal...NOT! They sat us on the second floor. Very full and loud with obnoxious American college children who left their tables looking like wolves ate at them. Profanity was the language of the night. Just lovely (and we're from Pennsylvania)! We ordered food and lo and behold...70 minutes later we got it! Worst service ever!! Couldn't keep our drinks full even though or food wad unbelievably late. The food was barely acceptable. Don't bother going there. read more

Walked in for a quick pre-movie dinner. There was no one there, at first, but almost full by the time we left with several people ordering takeaway.I had about an hour and the early bird at just shy of 18 euros for two courses seemed like the perfect way to go. I had the prawn rolls to start which were decidedly mediocre - I don't know if they had seen better days or they were coated in some paste before being wrapped in a spring roll wrapper and fried; either way it did not quite work. They were served with a sweet chili sauce which was good. My wife ordered the Tom yum soup - it was excellent with a nasal passage clearing combination of lemongrass and chillies - yum, indeed. We followed that up with an order of pad Thai and red curry with chicken both were excellent. The red curry had a nice kick while the pad Thai had a good number of shrimp. Four beers later we made it to our movie just in time. I would definitely go back, but skip the shrimp rolls. read more

I was touring in Ireland, i needed to eat something else besides fish and potatoes..no offense ireland because I love you! Anyway, i was craving thai food. My cell was not working and i couldn't get internet access to find a goid place to eat so I had to risk it and eat somewhere. Ugh!! What a mistake. This place is awful, the chicken was like leather, peanut sauce tastless. So disappointing. Go elsewhere! read more

The food was so so but the service was the worst we had during our recent 2 week trip to Ireland. My partner and I were literally the only 2 people in the restaurant, but we still had to practically beg for water and then to place an order. Truly horrible. read more

My wife ordered the Pad Thai with Prawn and it came with 3 Prawns, I ordered a vegetarian Pad Thai and it came (I'm not joking) with half mushroom and 2 tofu cubes. Enough said I guess. read more

Best tofu pad thai in the city but freshness of tofu is not consistent when you do takeaway and although the Thai husband and wife couple are lovely not all staff are as friendly. I complained about a takeaway and had a Brazilian (?) girl ring me and basically tell me I was wrong - their stuff is always fresh. Whatever happened to customer is alway right ? read more

I stopped in here for an early dinner with my 9 month old baby. The staff was so friendly and brought treats to my son. They provided a great high chair, too. I got pangang curry with tofu and veggies and it was delicious! I loved the cozy atmosphere, too. read more

It's very hard to get good Thai food in Dublin but this is certainly one of the best places around. The Pad Thai is delicious and the curry has a delightful but not overpowering kick. The early bird menu offers very good value before 7pm mid-week. read more

Absolutely incredible service, incredible drinks and even more incredible food. Literally cannot fault this place, would recommend to anyone!! read more

I spent four nights in the beautiful city of Dublin last January. Sadly, one of those evenings and the following half day were spent suffering and then recovering from food poisoning. Obviously, the quality and attention to detail (i.e., health and safety) simply are not there. Stay away, eat elsewhere, and enjoy yourself. Ugh, I am haunted by my experience at Thai Orchid! read more

NEVER eat here. Four starters, four main dishes, two sodas, two beers and one bottle of water for 107 euros. Soggy, too sour, too salty, burned and overcooked. All those cheap, canned vegetables. Nothing was good. You couldn't make food this bad in your home if you tried. I have had a lot of Thai food in both Thailand and in European restaurants, and this has nothing to do with it. This is just to cash in on having a corner in a busy street. Wish I could give 0 stars. read more

Rude & horrible service here!!!! My 2 friends and I (we are all Asian girls from New York) decided to pop in to ask about late lunch around 2pm. We were staying in the hotel nearby and noticed this place. We barely got to step in -- opened the door, politely asked for a table for 3, some exceedingly rude Asian girl who works there walked towards us, tying up her hair saying curtly, "we busy" and chased us out. She didn't bother smiling or greeting us, didn't bother saying sorry would you mind waiting, come back another time. Terrible !!! Made us feel like she was being a racist to her own kind!!! I don't care that this place has a trip advisor sticker - if they don't even have staff with basic answer the door manners , they don't deserve any customers. The girl was even more rude than NY Chinatown places which may be in a rush but will at least say , hey there's a wait ! read more