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US$38 - US$63
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Chinese, Asian, Thai
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Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options
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Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

We live locally and have been a number of times and it’s usually very good, however on our most recent visit we felt rushed by the waiting staff and before we were even given the desert menus we were told we would need to leave...in 10 minutes! Table was booked for 6:30 and we were told we had 10mins left at 7:50, it did spoil the evening a little. Upon booking it said we had the table until 8:30. We didn’t bother with desert and just grabbed the bill and left. Food is good though.More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

First time here and we were very impressed, service was super and the menu was varied with lots of dishes to choose from whilst not overwhelming you. The food was delicious and cooked perfectly. Only downside was the price of drinks....I know it's Harrogate but...still it was expensive. Hope to visit again sometime.More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 23 October 2023 via mobile

If you’re in Harrogate then visiting this restaurant is a must! Lovely atmosphere with friendly staff. The food was outstanding and a great choice of dishes from all over Asia. Their wines were also excellent.

Date of visit: October 2023
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Restaurant Manager, Other at The Orchid Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 26 October 2023

Thank you very much for your kind words, we are so glad you enjoyed our food and team. We look forward to seeing you again - Calum

Reviewed 7 October 2023 via mobile

Visited Friday night for the early evening tasting offer. If your in Harrogate and like Thai food then you really do have to visit the Orchid. Amazing value for money, high class food and service awaits you I promise. Somehow they knew it was my...birthday, I still have no idea and they brought some cake with a candle for myself and the wife to share free of charge. These are the touches of class that makes you go back again and again. We live in Harrogate and there is some very good restaurants to choose from and the Orchid at Studley hotel is right up there!More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 30 September 2023

Went here for my son's 18th birthday meal. We all had starters and main courses and all were delicious, a good size and well cooked. The drinks were expensive but okay. We have eaten here several times before and have never been disappointed with the...food. Just lost a star because it felt a bit rushed, there was barely any gap between the starter and main. After we finished our mains, they brought us a dessert menu but said we had to vacate the table in 15 minutes, so we decided not to bother with dessert. Be aware they add a service charge, which we were happy to pay as the service was fine but it wasn't pointed out when they brought the bill!More

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 20 September 2023 via mobile

What a lovely place to visit. Been a few years since my last visit and I was not disappointed. A great setting with very nice staff. Service is excellent and they give you plenty of time and don't feel rushed. As for the food it's...very excellent and tasty. Good portions which is a big plus. It's very well worth a visit if in the area.More

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 23 August 2023 via mobile

Our 3rd time here and food as fantastic as last time. Lovely friendly staff who help with menu choices. They offer small and medium portion sizes for a lot of the dishes, which is excellent and our waiter advised us to have small as we...were having sides. The chicken satay to start was delicious and the sauce to go with I could have just eaten on its own. Sweet and sour prawns for small portion, there were loads of them and pad Thai so tasty. So why the 4 stars?? They cram in the tables and we were so close to the table of 2 next to us, I could have helped myself to their food. If you are looking for a romantic conversation...you might struggle. We did notice a couple of people refuse to sit on these tables, wish we had done. Please space them out a bit...and it will be 5stars next time!More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 14 August 2023 via mobile

We were staying at the Studley hotel above and thought we would give this a try What a place Great varied menu from all countries around Pan Asia area Had mix of Chinese Thai Indonesian etc food All superb quality and excellent taste Lovely staff...Note - small portions are normal size And regular portions are 1.5 x normal Will return when we are back in HarrogateMore

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 5 August 2023 via mobile

Came here whilst holidaying in Harrogate and was by far my favourite meal experience. The staff were very friendly and showed us to our table, there was a video screen on the wall where you could see the chef preparing our foods which i found...absolutely amazing! We did the taster option which consisted of 3 mains, 1 side and an ice cream for dessert. When it all came out it was a real feast! The food was absolutely divine! Never been anywhere like this and the quality was amazing. Would highly recommend, just wish it was closer so we could visit again sooner!More

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 18 July 2023

Possibly one of the best places to eat in Harrogate. Fast friendly service with interesting good quality food. Always our number one spot when visiting.

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 6 July 2023

Great Thai/Asian restaurant with good selection of interesting food, friendly and attentative staff, and a nice ambience. The food is always good but the Chinese dish from the "special" menu (sorry I can't remember its name) was excellent.

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed 17 June 2023

This is a family and dog friendly establishment. We had not booked and they accomodated our group of 7 plus dog. They offered a good range of Asian dishes and offered advice when needed. We enjoyed the food and the atmosphere with an unhurried meal

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed 28 May 2023

We had a table booked for 20.15 on Saturday 27th May. We felt very rushed and out of the restaurant by 21.30. The food was amazing as usual but we felt we were being rushed out the door by staff. For example whilst the waitress...was clearing our dessert plates she asked if we wanted the bill ? I presume the restaurant wanted the table. Probably not going to rush back I’m afraid.More

Date of visit: May 2023
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Reviewed 21 May 2023 via mobile

Fantastic food and great service. Some of the best tasting food we’ve ever had.😋 We couldn’t decide, so went for the tasting menu, and enjoyed every mouthful.

Date of visit: May 2023
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Reviewed 10 May 2023

The food was ok, not what I had expected and honestly you can get better at the Chinese takeaways around Harrogate. Again the service was ok not the best I’ve had in town and not the worst. Overall I’d say it didn’t live up-to the...hype having lived in Harrogate all my life I’ve heard people say how nice it is there and on finally going I’d say there is a lot nicer food with better service for the same or less money elsewhere in Harrogate town centre.More

Date of visit: May 2023
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HolisticGoddess
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Response from Val G | Reviewed this property |
Sadly I am unable to answer your question as we were there for lunch, not breakfast. We have also had dinner here, and again, it was fab.
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Parking is in the road outside, but not difficult.
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We had a really good lunch 2 courses £12.95 last week
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The Orchid Restaurant is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4
  • Atmosphere: 4.5