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Royal Orchid

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Local(425) 271-4219

104 Rainier Ave S
Renton, WA 98057

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Royal Orchid
Local(425) 271-4219

104 Rainier Ave S
Renton, WA 98057

http://seattle.citysearch.com/profile/10761181/renton_wa/royal_orchid.html

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Royal Orchid in Renton is a four star Thai restaurant. This is a great place. It's been awarded the Best of Thai Food award.

User Reviews of Royal Orchid

Yelp.com Review - by tracie l.

3.0 of 5 stars. This used to be my favorite thai restaurant... back when it was the only thai place that i tried. Now that i have eaten at many other thai restaurants Royal Orchid gets moved down toward the bottom...
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Jeremy M.

4.0 of 5 stars. I used to frequent this restaurant so much the servers there all knew me by my first name! I have always thought that Thai food is one of the most easiest and effortless cooking you can ever try, I...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by nancy c.

3.0 of 5 stars. I used to eat here all the time since it was close to the in-laws but hadn't been here for several years. It hasn't changed much. My mom took me and the girls to lunch here today. Our waitress was...
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Tony L.

3.0 of 5 stars. This place is pretty good. I love their artworks and restaurant design, it makes you feel like you're in Thailand. Parking is ample and easy place to get to. Food is a little pricey but this...
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by C C.

3.0 of 5 stars. This place is close to my house. Not bad, pretty good thai food and cheap lunch specials. Excellent service!
yelp.com - user review - 07/06/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Rachel B.

1.0 of 5 stars. Oh... had a bad take out exchange with them. I gave them money and they gave me a sticky pile of glob that was supposed to be a rice noodle dish.One might think it was the take out that did it but, no...
yelp.com - user review - 06/30/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Matt N.

3.0 of 5 stars. Happened to be down in Renton recently and stopped by with a group. We were all quite happy with our experience.I would rate this place a good value for the decor, portion size & quality, and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Sarah M.

2.0 of 5 stars. It was one of those days where I was sort of driving aimlessly looking for somewhere to eat. While driving past this place I saw that they have lunch specials for $6.95. Sounds pretty good ey? I...
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Jennifer S.

5.0 of 5 stars. The best thai, even the best of the asian food genre in Renton. We've tried quite a few different dishes now, the sweet and sour pork, cashew chicken and chili paste fried rice rank in our favorites....
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Shaula M.

4.0 of 5 stars. I thought this was quite decent. Veggies were very fresh, there were vegetarian options, and they had fresh rolls which did have noodles (I prefer none but that's rare) but some veggies and shrimp...
yelp.com - user review - 04/09/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Daren D.

5.0 of 5 stars. Cute, authentic thai spot. Wood floors, wood panel walls, thai decor, the fish tank, the recessed windows, all really nice. It's rather small so if it's busy, be prepared to wait or take-out.I got the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/14/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Ben L.

3.0 of 5 stars. Love the boneless stuffed chicken wings. Other dishes are okay, not enough food for the price. The Pad see ew gets too sweet at times and looks burnt.
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Vince N.

3.0 of 5 stars. Good Thai food, reasonable prices, and a mouth full of spice! Great place to eat if your just driving around and not sure what you really want in your tummy. The food here is always consistent and...
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by pongo p.

4.0 of 5 stars. this place was my first thai experience. a friend brought me there and she was vegetarian so she made us get vegetarian food, which I was hostile towards at the time. but i enjoyed my first taste of...
yelp.com - user review - 12/17/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by A D.

4.0 of 5 stars. I don't know if it's a NW thing or what, but this place like others in the area have the star system to determine the level of spicy in the food. 4 or 5 stars is the hottest you can order. And that is...
yelp.com - user review - 11/21/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Matt S.

3.0 of 5 stars. If I could, I'd actually peg this one at 3.5 stars. The prices were fair, the food was by and large decent, and the service and atmosphere were both good. That said, it isn't quite good enough to...
yelp.com - user review - 06/12/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Chris H.

4.0 of 5 stars. Great friendly service here. You get a warm welcome as soon as you walk through the door, friendly wait staff get you to your table quickly, no messing around here.The food here isn't anything super...
yelp.com - user review - 05/21/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Ed R.

3.0 of 5 stars. I'd give it 2 1/2, but alas...Anyway, I have only eaten here at lunch, and the food has always been tasty and quick. I have usually had a curry combination which comes with pad thai and soup, and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Sheril P.

4.0 of 5 stars. a bit overpriced but the flavors aren't so bad. i haven't been there for awhile, but mainly it's because i'm not a fan of thai food. they have this bad ass sticky rice and mango dessert though!! they...
yelp.com - user review - 04/25/2008
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Great Food!

Service is good and the staff is friendly. Great Calamari....tender and delicious. It is best when you order it at the restaurant rather than take out. The curries are great! We call in and order for take out...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/11/2008
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Thai food?..I don't think so.

Mediocre, not what I was expecting. Pleasant environment friendly staff, but the food doesn't match their menu desriptions. I ordered rice and it did not come with the vegetables that the menu said it did. We...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/04/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Amy L.

4.0 of 5 stars. I went here for lunch yesterday and it hit the spot. I was craving Thai and some suggested it. When you first are seated they give you a little cup a soup that was perfect to warm you up as you...
yelp.com - user review - 12/01/2007
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Vegetarians Beware!

Vegetarians, beware of this restaurant's menu. There is a section labeled "vegetarian," and every item contains fish sauce. The only things available for vegetarians at this restaurant is a special request for...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/15/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Chris F.

4.0 of 5 stars. Really charming place in an odd location next to a Denny's in Renton. Crab wontons with nice slightly spicy orange glaze dipping sauce, big curry portions and fantastic ambiance. Call in orders are...
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2007
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Best Phad Thai

We just discovered this place and they have the best Phad Thai I've ever tasted anywhere.Service was elegant and fast, the Thai iced tea was superb, and everything was super fresh, lovely and delicious. Highly...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/04/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by nate j.

4.0 of 5 stars. I've never been disappointed by this place.We had taken-out lunch for six of us for about $62, so I consider this low moderate.The food was very delicious with even only 2 stars being plenty spicy for...
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Mary T.

3.0 of 5 stars. You know what's cool about the Royal Orchid? Real orchids. Blooming, gorgeous. On every windowsill. You know how many Thai restaurants I've visited where they're heavy on the cheesy decor? Not here....
yelp.com - user review - 06/17/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Jens J.

4.0 of 5 stars. Been coming here for years. Consistently good. The angel wings are superb!!
yelp.com - user review - 05/15/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Tony G.

3.0 of 5 stars. Decent curry. Had flavorgasm again. Love my cheap curries. Prices reasonable.
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Amy B.

3.0 of 5 stars. This is a reliably good Thai restaurant. Decent selection, warm service, and fun decorations make this a keeper.I've stuck mostly to the curries and pad thai and never been disappointed. I often get...
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2007
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Perfect Thai!

I haven't been to Royal Orchid in months but I've always had great culinary memories in this place. A few years ago my boyfriend called the place a few minutes before they closed to wait for us before...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/14/2006
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Perfect food. Perfect Service!

We spent an absolutely wonderful evening with friends at the Royal Orchid!Great food..the best Thai I've had in a long time..Good wine selection..and very personable wait staff. We highly recomend t...
judysbook.com - user review - 07/28/2006
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Good Thai Gone BAD

Royal Orchid used to be one of my favorite places for Thai. However, something has happened. I dont know if there are new owners, new chefs or what, but the food is terrible. Even the Phad thai was bad and...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/12/2006
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outstanding by Carolyn B. at InsiderPages

One of the best restaurants in the area. Stands out as being ranked with the top of all the Thai restaurants in the Seattle area. I go here frequently and have always had superior service and tasty food. They...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/10/2006
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A wonderful experience by A. H. at InsiderPages

Royal Orchid is a great place to eat. Everything in there is great tasting. The Restaurant is large and roomy. Often you can have an intimate conversation without the people sitting next to you hearing it. The...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/01/2005
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The absolute best!

This is amazing thai food! We are thai lovers and are always happy with the food and service at Royal Orchid. The restaurant is very nice and there is ample parking. Staff are always polite and prompt...
judysbook.com - user review - 07/12/2005
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Excellent, the best by Julie H. at InsiderPages

We love Thai food and love this restaurant. It is a great value with wonderful service. There is a dumpy hotel next door but don't let that sway you :)
citysearch.com - user review - 07/11/2005
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Amazing food.... by Aimee H. at InsiderPages

The food here is great. The service is good and the prices are reasonable. You rarely have to wait for a seat due to the size of the restaurant. All in all a great dining experience.
citysearch.com - user review - 06/03/2005
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Good Thai In A Not So Good Thai State

For the Thai standard in Washington, the Royal Orchid offers pretty good food. Phad thai here is great. The peanuts and bean sprouts are crispy and crunchy, surrounded by noodles embedded with the delicious...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/09/2005
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Great Thai by Gerry O. at InsiderPages

The Royal Orchid is great if you enjoy Thai. The restaurant is large, if you want to have your whole family, the food is good and the price is excellent.
citysearch.com - user review - 04/19/2005
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Great food - great value

This small but immaculate restaurant is a great value for lunch. The pad thai is excellent and the service is always polite, prompt and non-intrusive. Some of the best curry I've had also. Highly recommend!!!
citysearch.com - user review - 02/10/2005
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Best secret in Renton

After growing up in Kent/Renton area my life I was only recently introduced to Royal Orchid from some of my Asian friends. From the way it looked at the time I would have never drove by and decided on this...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/22/2004
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A Boeing Favorite!

Thank goodness there is a terrific Thai restaurant in Renton. There are so few Thai restaurants to choose from in Boeing country. The food is fantastic, there's lots of yummy dishes to choose from and the...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/03/2003
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