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THAI ORCHID RESTAURANT & LOUNGE

4.5 (325 reviews)

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  • Family owned & operated
  • Serves bubble tea & desserts
  • Custom spice levels available
  • University of Maine area
THAI ORCHID RESTAURANT & LOUNGE
University of Maine campus
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THAI ORCHID RESTAURANT & LOUNGE
University of Maine campus
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thaiorchidme.com
(207) 866-4200

At a Glance

Thai Orchid stands out as Orono's premier Thai restaurant, earning consistent praise for their bold, authentic curries and attentive service. Customers consistently highlight the restaurant's ability to deliver proper spice levels, fresh ingredients, and generous portions in a relaxed, inviting atmosphere that appeals to both students and families.

  • Exceptional curry dishes
  • Attentive, friendly service
  • Fresh, hot preparations
  • Welcoming atmosphere

Why Customers Choose THAI ORCHID RESTAURANT & LOUNGE

Based on 325 customer reviews

  • Authentic Thai recipes with adjustable spice levels
  • Generous portions at student-friendly prices
  • Fresh ingredients prepared to order
  • Extensive curry selection including regional specialties
  • Popular appetizers like scallion pancakes
  • Full dessert menu including mochi and crème brûlée

Location & Local Context

Address: 28 Mill St, Orono, ME 04473, USA

Phone: (207) 866-4200

Hours: Friday 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM, Monday 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Sunday 4:00 – 8:45 PM, Tuesday 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Saturday 12:00 – 10:00 PM, Thursday 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Wednesday 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Parking: Free restaurant lot parking available

Peak times: Friday-Saturday 6-8pm, Sunday 5-7pm

Nearby neighborhoods: University of Maine campus, Downtown Orono, Old Town

Nearby landmarks: Near University of Maine campus, 5 minutes from Penobscot River, Walking distance from Memorial Union

Services & Offerings

Curry Specialties

Extensive selection of traditional Thai curries made with authentic ingredients and coconut milk bases. Each curry can be customized to your preferred spice level.

  • Yellow, Green, Red, Emerald, Mango, and Penang curry options
  • Choice of chicken, beef, pork, tofu, or vegetables
  • Spice levels from mild to five-star heat

Noodle & Rice Dishes

Classic Thai noodle and rice preparations including pad thai, fried rice, and specialty dishes. All dishes made fresh with quality ingredients.

  • Traditional pad thai with tamarind sauce
  • Basil fried rice with fresh herbs
  • Lo mein and rice noodle options

Appetizers & Small Plates

Popular starters and shared plates featuring both traditional Thai and fusion options. Perfect for groups or as light meals.

  • Crispy scallion pancakes with dipping sauce
  • Fresh spring rolls and salads
  • Creative tempura and fried appetizers

Beverages & Desserts

Complete your meal with authentic bubble teas, traditional Thai desserts, and creative fusion sweets.

  • Fruit bubble teas with tapioca pearls
  • Strawberry mochi and traditional Thai sweets
  • House-made crème brûlée

Customer Reviews

4.5 out of 5

325 total reviews

Most Frequently Mentioned

  • Curry quality (89 mentions)
  • Friendly service (76 mentions)
  • Fresh ingredients (54 mentions)
  • Portion size (43 mentions)

Rating improved 0.2 points over last 6 months. 18 new reviews this month.

The curry in the pad Thai were both incredible. Served hot fresh, well prepared, perfect portions and the ambience only complimented the experience. Our server was excellent and very attentive. Very nice experience and highly recommend.

Ace of Taste

Our favorite Thai place in the region! I ordered a yellow curry, and for dessert we had the strawberry mochis. Everything was so tasty and the staff is always helpful. I highly recommend it.

Mario Henrique Murad Leite Andrade

Staff is really friendly and efficient. The food was so delicious. It's my favorite tofu yellow curry. Scallion pancakes and spring rolls were excellent . Surprise...delicious creme Brule for desert. Highly recommend Thai Orchid.

Pamala Pellon-Irwin

Easily the best Thai I’ve had in recent memory. We started off with an order of Scallion Pancakes, they were absolutely excellent, crispy, flaky, and the sauce went very well with them. Great flavor! Then came the Entrées, I had their Emerald Curry with Chicken, and my partner had the Mango Curry with Chicken. Oh. My. Lord. I’ve never had such a flavorful bowl of curry, I ordered it at a spice level of two stars, as did my partner, and, as someone who will literally eat a spoonful of Wasabi and be fine, it was a little too hot for me. Not too hot to eat, the spice just stayed so long that I couldn’t finish it, it’s the type of spice that compounds after multiple bites. I would recommend a one star order if you’re not a spice freak. And yes, the rice is shaped to look like a teddy bear, and I love it. I also had a Strawberry Bubble Tea, it tasted like strawberry milk with ice - so good - but nothing special. The atmosphere was very chill and inviting, with laid back music, and welcoming and accommodating waitstaff. Easy five star.

Dillon Burns

Frequently Asked Questions

All curries can be customized from mild to five-star heat levels. Even our two-star level has a kick, so start with one star if you're sensitive to spice.

Yes, we offer tofu and vegetable versions of most dishes, plus dedicated vegetarian appetizers and salads.

Our yellow curry, pad thai, and scallion pancakes are customer favorites, along with our bubble tea selection.

Yes, we recommend calling ahead for parties of 6 or more, especially during busy weekend periods.

Yes, we have free parking available in our lot, plus additional street parking nearby.

Business Activity

Status: Open now

Peak hours: Weekend evenings 6-8pm

Most popular: Yellow curry, Pad Thai

Trending this month: Bubble tea, Mango curry

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Online Visibility Score: Excellent

How easily local customers can find and choose this business online.

Reviews & Reputation35/35
Online Presence33/33
Business Completeness17/17
Engagement5/15

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