We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.

Blue Orchid

The Square, Aspley Guise MK17 8DF, England
01908-282877
Website
Update restaurant details
Cuisines: Thai
More restaurant details
Restaurant details
Good for: Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Reservations, Takeout, Delivery, After-hours
Description: The building is an attractive traditional Grade II listed brick built property built 1837, and lies within a conservation area. The property is divided into areas with distinct characteristics to provide luxurious and intimate areas, as well as more open areas for larger functions. All rooms have been dressed with traditional Thai furnishings, exotic foliage, and have retained some of the properties original period features such as high ceilings and covings. The restaurant also has a large garden which has been enhanced with palms.
Write a Review

122 reviews from our community

87% Recommend
    93
    14
    7
    5
    3
Rating summary
    Food
    Service
    Value
    Atmosphere
Date Rating
Bedford, England, United Kingdom
Contributor
11 reviews 11 reviews
10 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013 via mobile

we decided to try here after getting to love thai food& seeing reviews if Thai lagoon in Bedford mentioning this place as being very good. it wasn't bad as such just very unimpressive.yes there is an extensive menu but this tends to mean that no one thing is done really well. the lamb skewer starter was nice enough but the... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Milton Keynes
Top Contributor
65 reviews 65 reviews
20 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 33 cities Reviews in 33 cities
54 helpful votes 54 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

We were very impressed as soon as we entered the busy restaurant, noticing the sumptuous carpet as we walking through the first dining area. There are two dining areas, we were in the back room with the hardwood flooring and tasteful contemporary décor. The place had a great atmosphere (sometimes there's a feeling of being shut away in a back... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
England
Contributor
15 reviews 15 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Have visited the Blue Orchid Thai restaurant in Aspley Guise on several occasions now, and each time the food has been superb. Service might be considered as slow but the food is well worth waiting for and the 'rest' in between courses is very welcome. Staff are all very friendly and helpful and will explain anything about the different dishes... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
The Principality
Contributor
14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2013

The waiting staff were superb. The meal was excellent - I had the Thai lamb and my wife had the Thai duck The house red was tolerable. If you are saying at the Moore Place Hotel go next door for your food!

Was this review helpful? Yes
Gainsborough, United Kingdom
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

Staff were excellent and prices very reasonable with a good choice of wines and beers. Service was a little slow to begin with but was to be expected as restaurant was busy.

Was this review helpful? Yes
Bedford, United Kingdom
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2013

We have just returned from a lovely meal out at the Blue Orchid. The staff were attentive and very friendly and the food was divine. Am looking forward to our next visit already!!

Was this review helpful? Yes
London, United Kingdom
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews 9 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2013

I found this little gem at least 5 years ago, and have been going back ever since. The dishes are made with 100% authentic thai ingredients and every dish I have ever ordered has never disappointed me. The atmosphere is most welcoming and comfortable and the thai staff do their utmost best to give you a wonderful dining experience. The... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Bedford, United Kingdom
Reviewer
5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2013

My Thai friend recommended that I went here as the food is as good as in Thailand. And it was as good as she said! I really loved it and have been here twice over the course of one month! I went there with my mum and then I took my dad and sister there a few weeks later! The... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Scotland
Contributor
14 reviews 14 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2013

Consistently Good on both Indian and Thai food. Staff are warm and friendly and service is 5* So nice to have such a good restaurant 5 minutes walk away. Highly recommended.

Was this review helpful? Yes
milton keynes
Reviewer
3 reviews 3 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2013

I wish I had checked Scores On The Doors food hygiene site before we had booked.One star for hygiene reflected on the quality of food .If only I had done my homework before I went there.

Was this review helpful? Yes
K_Mannan_786, Public Relations Manager at Blue Orchid, responded to this review
8 April 2013

We are sorry to hear that you did not enjoy your visit. If you addressed your concerns to the staff at the time we would have done our utmost to make sure that you did not leave dissatisfied. We would like to reassure you that we take this very seriously. It is our assertion that the rating is not a... More

Travellers who viewed Blue Orchid also viewed

Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
 
Aspley Guise, Bedfordshire
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
 

Been to Blue Orchid? Share your experiences!

Write a Review Add Photos Add Videos

Owners: What's your side of the story?

If you own or manage Blue Orchid, register now for free tools to enhance your listing, attract new reviews, and respond to reviewers.

Manage your listing