Thai Orchid Maidstone

Thai Orchid is a riverside Thai restaurant and bar set beside the River Medway in Maidstone, holding a 3.9 out of 5 rating across around 500 Tripadvisor reviews. One of only a handful of dedicated Thai kitchens in the town, it pairs an authentic à la carte menu with a relaxed waterside setting, a downstairs bar and a terrace that hosts a Thai BBQ in the warmer months — a popular choice for both casual lunches and longer evening meals looking out over the water.

The kitchen cooks Thai classics to order, from fragrant green curry and pad Thai to chargrilled pork skewers, crisp calamari and sweet and sour chicken, alongside midday lunch specials and an all-you-can-eat buffet. Whether you are after a quick plate at lunchtime or a leisurely dinner with drinks by the river, Thai Orchid offers freshly prepared dishes for dining in, with plenty of vegetarian options across the curry and stir-fry sections.