The Wandering Reviewer
+5
Probably one of the best Thai places I’ve ever eaten at. The menu is extensive with something that’ll appeal to everyone. Although there are many traditional dishes , you should try the ones that you wouldn’t normally find. In saying that, the Pad Thai is fabulous. Staff are exceptional so a big shout out to them. Bookings advised as it gets busy quickly. Good takeaway - just ring it through.
Wheelchair friendly sky. Kid friendly. Pram and stroller accessible. Good parking at the rear or across the road.
Vanilla Orchid never fails to deliver the most tasty meals, takeaway or dine in they are always amazing.
Always my number one option when getting a bite to eat in Warrandyte.
In relaxing Warrandyte sits upmarket, yet affordable Vanilla Orchid. Their extensive Thai menu and spacious venue is an ideal chilled out dinner for all the family.
It was a balmy 30 degree Friday night when we enjoyed a sunny drive out to Warrandyte to try out the menu of Vanilla Orchid. This place has been in operation since 2009 and from observations. There were a lot of regulars who knew the waiting staff by name. The atmosphere was really jovial inside and there was a couple of larger groups and sparkling wine popping behind us before we even got to our menus.
Tonight we started with a ginger and mint mojito and a beer Lao, the mojito was fabulous and strong and seriously refreshing on this hot night.
Our combination of entrees started with Thai fish cakes served on a fresh vibrant salad and had a lovely level of heat. The Signature dish of pork belly was thin crispy pieces of pork belly on a lovely caramelized sauce. The Chicken Satay, was next, these generous skewers of chicken where tender and were paired with a slightly sweet but delicious satay.
For mains we dined on The Warm chicken salad and when this dish arrived it was not at all what I was expecting although in saying that I think this dish was probably my favorite of the night. The minced chicken salad was fresh and had the most wonderful zesty dressing that was the perfect combo of sweet, salty and sour, it went really well with the mint that was chopped through the salad and was an absolute winner with my taste buds.
The Beef Pad Pet Stir Fry (another signature dish) was peppercorn spicy and reminded me a little of a Thai take on a Szechuan cuisines without the dominance of chilli. There were whole peppers, fried basil, and assorted veggies. This spicy dish was smokey, I loved the retention of crunch in the veggies and the beef was tender and tasty with a spicy hit.
For dessert we shared the Kaffir Lime Panna cotta, the kaffir lime was quite subtle, this dish was light and fresh, I thought the coconut crumb topping added a clever textural crunch to each mouthful.
We really loved our time at Vanilla Orchid and totally recommend. Thanks to the team for inviting us in.
We love this restaurant!! Really great food and staff. Food was served super fast and everything was fresh. Everything was delicious - especially loved the red duck curry, satay skewers, and pad met (with so much meat, and the vegetables were super fresh!!). Really generous helpings too - but we still finished all our food - which is a first for us, we normally can't finish but we polished it off here! Also the sticky date pudding was so so yummy. Will be back here again for sure!!!
The food at Vanilla Orchid is absolutely delicious! We loved all the dishes and choosing one of the set menus is great value for the amazing food you get. The red curry duck was our favourite. The atmosphere is great and the staff are very friendly and efficient. Well worth a visit for a beautiful feed and night out!
Nestled above the river in Warrandyte is Vanilla Orchid, a Thai restaurant of some notoriety in The surrounding suburbs. Just a short review as my vegetarian and I were both impressed and surprised by the quality of the food, but not with the level of service by which our order was confused by the staff. On a table with 4 people, three dishes were incorrect and had to be remade.
The food was lovely however, when it arrived. The ambience was also pleasant, if loud. We will go back again to sample more of the menu at a later date.
Very good, just not yet great.
We went here as a group of four and shared a few mains and a couple of entrees and they were all delicious.
My favourites were the Thai green curry and cashew stir fry.
The staff were very sweet and attentive and the restaurant wasn't too busy.
I'd come back here if I came back to warrandyte!
Super nice Thai place located in buzzing area. Staff were great and attentive.
Food came out rather quickly which was a nice surprise. Roti was well cooked and loved the peanut sauce.
We always like to go green curry and pad sew when we eat Thai and I always eat the green curry first cause pad sew is my favourite.
But for the first time ever I actually enjoyed the green curry more and wish I had that last. Pad sew wasn't bad, just wasn't the best I've had.
But overall a great experience.
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Tonight we ventured to the sweet little suburb of Warrandyte which is such a quaint patch of Melbourne it makes you feel as though you are on vacation in a cute little country town. We dined in a group of eight and were rather impressed. The staff were lovely, the service was efficient and the decor was suitably traditional instantly transporting me to a restaurant in Bangkok. The food was aromatic and authentic with the menu thoughtfully indicating the levels of heat in all the dishes. At this point I'll point out the Zomato menu is out of date and their current menu is actually even more enticing including a delicious range of desserts all with a intriguing Thai spin.
Across the table we had spring rolls, satay chicken skewers and tom yum for entree and for mains it was chicken satay greens, beef cashew stir fry, laab chicken salad, red curry stir fry, Penang curry, and seafood stir fry paired with a whole heap of coconut rice.
Lots of punchy delicious flavours. The Penang was my standout, lots of lemongrass and nuttiness and delicious coconut cream packed with plenty of heat. I could have drunk the sauce like a soup. Quite a strong atmosphere too aided by the decorative interior and full capacity. Solid find
Went here tonight with an entertainment voucher and have to say it was great! We read the reviews on here prior to going and they sounded good. Definitely recommend! Cozy and warm atmosphere on a cold night like tonight. Tasty Thai and staff really friendly yet not pushy.
Great meal. The Chicken Tom Kha soup was probably the most unique but delicious that I have ever had. The red curry could have been spicier for our taste. Great service and the staff were genuinely interested in providing a great meal.
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Dined here on Tuesday night on a Scoopon voucher - $59 for 3
course banquet with sides and drinks – best value deal! We were greeted by a
very friendly and smiley lady and sat at our window table – for entrée we
shared the tasting platter of chicken skewer, fish cake, spring roll, curry
puff and tofu in batter – all items were very tasty. Main we shared green curry
chicken, chilli basil beef stir fry and chicken tempura in red curry with
steamed rice and roti bread. Again all the mains were delicious – good serving
sizes too. We could pick our own desserts so we shared the sticky date pudding
and kaffir lime panna cotta – again both desserts were very nice and full of
flavour and a great way to end a great night of delicious food. We also had a
drink each so hubby ordered a beer and I ordered their homemade non-alcoholic
lime and ginger drink - so yummy. Deal also included coffees but we don’t drink
coffee and were just too full and in a satisfied food coma. Overall great value
deal and we loved the food and the friendly and welcoming service. I don’t say
this too often but we’ll return and pay full price for sure. A local gem for
Warrandyte.
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In the serene historic town of Warrandyte you will encounter this little gem of an eatery. As you approach Vanilla Orchid, a sense of longing hits you for the tropical Paradise- The wooden building with the casual outdoor seating as well as the ornamentally decorated red interior - the color for happiness, prosperity and passion. There is an energetic buzz around softened by the graceful manner of the friendly and efficient staff.
The menu definitely reflects the style of chef Duncan Robertson- there is a sense of passion, adventure and color while humbly respecting tradition. The integrity of each dish is depicted in the quality of the produce and the complex, caring and time consuming cooking techniques used which caress and emulsify every ingredient to perfection.
The crispy pork belly stole the heart of my palate- melt in the mouth and crispy at the same time, comes with a salad dressed in nutty and sweet Thai flavors- all my dreams come true in one dish!.. Also as an entrée- the Tom Kha soup has a perfect velvety consistency with a heat that warms you up and a tang that makes you long for more- comes with your choice of meats or veggies- makes a fantastic appetizer.
A standout main was the Burmese sweet beef curry- a fragrant dark and creamy sauce coating voluptuous and melt in the mouth beef morsels gently and slowly cooked for what seems to be an eternity. The velvety textures, the sweet, tangy and warm flavors make this a Hearty and satisfying dish.
The experience ends with the fun Mediterranean desserts infused with the tropical flavors of Thailand illustrated with simple and colorful Beauty.
A memorable food experience which I feel honored to share with friends, family, loved ones and all food lovers.
No effort
The house was full but VO's staff and crew knew how to handle it - prompt attention from the wait staff and reasonable wait times from the kitchen. The food was not inventive but it was tasty and hot.
Isn't is great when a night out is just easy! Thanks, VO. Hope to make it back soon.
The staff were extremely friendly and went above and beyond for us which was great, I loved that also got a free sample taste of the massaman. The only reason I'm not giving 5 stars is that the seafood wasn't great quality and the squid very rubbery but apart from that the food was fantastic
Knock out! This place ticks all the boxes. It is well staffed and the service prompt and efficient. They are welcoming, friendly and professional.The food is high quality and well presented, with portions being generous. The menu has the classics and more unique options too. Great to see Beer Laos as a drink option, a drink made for this cuisine.The stand out is really the atmosphere and spaciousness. It is a warm, homely and perfectly lit space and although it is buzzing and appears very popular with locals, it keeps an intimate feel. A real gem in Warrandyte.
Very highly recommended everyone. Had dinner here tonight. Dinner being entrees of thrice cooked pork belly， roti bread and peanut sauce，with mains of masaman curry and stir fry cashew chicken. While the entrees were average (in particular we were expecting the pork belly to be more wow based on reviews)，the mains were spectacular，with the masaman curry (cooked with the most delectable lamb) being one of the best curries ive had in a while. The interiors and service were excellent too. While you wouldnt come here all the time as it is quite pricey，would definitely recommend it for a special occasion.
Really great interior and a very intimate quite dining experience. Quite nice for a date. The food has quite big portions and has a lot of the traditional thai flavouring which is great. Probably not the best Thai place in Melbourne but its definitely a nice meal. Its also quite pricey.
The meals are always absolutely beautiful here and they are very accomodating to my allergies. Service is great and when we went here for Valentine's Day they even gave us a $20 voucher. Can't fault
Excellent, consistent food and service.
I would highly recommend Vanilla Orchid. Some of the freshest, best Thai food around. The service is consistently excellent, with wait staff numerous and attentive. I have eaten here regularly and have always had an extremely positive experience. Takeaway is always ready. Prices are cheap for the quality of the food. Do yourself a favour and give Vanilla Orchid a go.
Went there last night and enjoyed the Thai crispy chicken, red duck curry and pad Thai. Enjoyed it all but disappointed that beef Penang is no longer available-please bring back our favourite dish!! Servings are good value for money with plenty to eat
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Highly recommended.
Taste - 9/10
Value - 9/10
After using whatshalfway.com to find somewhere to dine out with freinds, we settled on Vanilla Orchid.
When booking for a Saturday evening, they informed us that they have two dinner sittings, 6pm & 8pm and we were invited to arrive early and enjoy drinks on the verandah overlooking the yarra & bushlands (across the road).
On arriving 30-45 mins early (to have drinks on the verandah), we told them of our 8pm booking and were shown to seating on the verandah (along the bar height bench). Our drink orders promptly taken and delivered. When our friends arriver their drink orders were quickly taken and delivered also. Our table was ready early and we were invited to come in whenever we were ready. As soon as we were seated, we were offered water and an appetizer. At no point were we rushed throughout the evening. Seating is not cramped and there's plenty of space in the split level, good size dining rooms.
The many Staff were very helpful without "hovering" and more than happy to assist with any requests.
It was no trouble to place the entrée's order then the mains at a later point (too many yummy choices). Food came out quickly and was hot and very tasty. The serving sizes were not "large" but after 4 entrees & 3 mains, 3 desserts between 4 adults (2m, 2f), they were more than enough and we couldn't finish them.
Everything we ate had lots of flavour and is not your standard Thai Restaurant menu that you see everywhere else. I recommend you try the Crispy Pork Belly Entree as it was my favourite dish.
Thanks to our waiter Josh for great service.
Really yummy Thai food with great service! If the food can come with a bit more chilli it will be very authentic. Dessert was sooooooo good!
Thought we'd try something new for dinner. The place was busy, service was attentive but not buzzy. We tried the red duck curry (my favourite dish) which was tasty but sauce could have been thicker - plenty of duck! We had the house special thrice cooked pork belly - it was tender though reasonably fatty for having been thrice cooked and we had the seafood prick pao which was delicious, sweet, smoky and yummy! Two of us struggled to finish it (no entrees but a serve of roti to mop up sauce and steamed rice - a bit steep at $3 per small bowl). Definitely worth a visit - quality dining in the serene surroundings of Warrandyte!
Vanilla Orchid is a great Thai Resteraunt that offers authentic flavours. Highly recommend to go out of your comfort zone and try different plates than you would normally order
Really tasty authentic Thai food, wide variety of regional favourites, which never disappoints, been here numerous times and is always consistently good and service is always great
Yummmmmmiest Thai food made with love. Authentic service and rich authentic flavors in every dish. Have returned many many times! Good idea to make a booking though, this place is always busy and very popular with the locals.
Love this place!. Have been coming here with the family for the past 3 years and we absolutely love it! Great staff and food is so delicious! Especially love the Massaman Lamb Curry-so much flavour!
Melbourne Food Review
+4.5
This place has just introduced two separate settings on Saturday nights at 6 and 8pm. I HATE THAT. A meal is not something to be hastily gobbled down while you watch the clock, especially at dinner time. The whole point is to spend the evening with family and friends, chatting over the menu and discussing what is happening in each other’s lives. No one likes to feel rushed while they are doing this. This said, I can understand why they have started to do this as the restaurant was well and truly full for both settings. Chicken satay skewers Disappointingly, the waitress who first served us was snappy and didn’t even give us a chance to answer her whe
Excellent night out. You must try the Pork belly thai salad, bags of flavour! My wife and I are hard to please when it comes to Thai, as we have frequented lots of thai restaurants over the years. However this restaurant is a perfect balance of traditional and modern dishes. We have been twice and all dishes were full of flavour, with the service being fast and efficient. The place was busy but there were more than enough floor staff to tend to us at a seconds notice which we really appreciate. Desserts are great. Entre's are over-priced. Will be back for sure.
Wonderful Thai food!. Had dinner here with my sister, and the whole dining experience was wonderful. The place was quite busy, but we were served within 3 minutes of being seated, and water was poured while waiting for drinks which came out quickly. Ordered the Tom Kha soup, which is the best I've eaten, and had the perfect sweet, sour, hot balance; wish the Thai restaurants made it just as good in my area. We shared the Seafood Prik Pao, and the Greens and Tofu Satay along with some coconut rice. Both dishes were extremely tasty, and the Prik Pao was loaded with fresh seafood, while the Greens had lovely pieces of perfectly cooked tofu. Sadly, we could not manage to fit in dessert.
Overall I would highly recommend this place to lovers of good Thai food. The decor is classy but traditional Thai with a verandah for sipping cocktails on a hot night, service was perfect. Will be back when next in the area.
My new favourite Thai Restaurant. Went in last weekend for the first time and loved it. Great service and delicious food mmm the curries are amazing (I chose a very strange traditional drink, but didn't like it and the waiter was very accommodating). Have told all my friends about this place he he. See you again very soon ☺
Very nice. Thank you for a great dinner,it was superb,so tasty,will definitely be back
Duncan. Your amazing. the flavours of the foods took us back to our holiday to Thailand. would I go back yes. it was worth the hour drive. try the khao soi
Yum. Enjoyed their red chicken curry - was well pleased! Serving was a good size too...
Fantastic. Went for dinner last night. Have worked in industry for many years. Every dish was excellent. Loved the wide open seating. No cramming folk in here. service was also full of smiles and excellent. 10/10.
Talk O' The Town Pearcy
+4.5
Always good here. Nice inside and good service- always welcoming. Wrote my name as Miley Paul (completely wrong) when I first ordered take away 9 months ago. In too deep now to change it- not so good English, very good Thai....food.
Best Thai in Melbourne!. We went here with friends Saturday night, and it was the best decision ever! We love Thai food, having been visitors to Thailand, and have spent many nights exploring Melbournes Thai restaurants.
We had the Set Menu B $57 per person. It was worth every penny. Starting with a complimentary entree of Thai egg salad, then the mixed entree. The satay is amazing and homemade! Our mains of Lamb Massaman Curry, Seafood Stirfry and Grilled Chicken Thigh with sticky rice and tamarind sauce - oh. my. god.!
Its BYO, they have Thai beer, and even some special fusion dishes which are created by Executive Chef, Duncan.
Do yourself a MASSIVE favour and check this place out!
Excellent. After a great dining experience earlier this year our daughter chose to revisit Vanilla Orchid for her 24th birthday so we reserved a table for 6 last Sunday night. Pleased to report that the overall experience has not diminished, but perhaps achieved a higher level. On a very cold evening the restaurant is warm, with good ambience and all the staff friendly and efficient. We celebrated with a 24 Y.O. Grange that created drama with a problem cork; this was cheerfully resolved and the wine decanted. Very impressive service for a BYO bottle. All starters and mains were perfect. Make sure you try the Tom-Yum (best around). The whole deep fried snapper, should not be missed either. Whilst there are restaurants offering cheaper Thai alternatives Vanilla Orchid has successfully raised the bar for quality and service.
Good food great flavour and good service
Lovely warm atmosphere. Food presented beautifully and tasted wonderful. Recommended.
Local gem!. I visited this restaurant with fairly low expectations, as it seemed a cuisine incongruent for an area like Warrandyte. However, I was very, very impressed by all aspects of the restaurant; the food was EXCELLENT and AUTHENTIC, the staff (including kitchen staff) were extremely courteous and pleasant and the ambience/décor was also top notch. I will undoubtedly return.
Great Food. Great food and restaurant worth a drive out, must book as it gets busy! Even on a weekdays! Save room for deserts as they are delicious and worthy!
Great vegetarian options. Friendly staff not overly attentive. Complimentary taster while you wait, nice atmosphere.
Yes I would recommend to all my friends.
For a local eatery that's a little out of the way, this place offers good food.
Slighty dearer than some thai places I have been, but do not be detered. The quality is excellent with a good variety of dishes. Great vegetarian options as well.
Service is good, 4 main courses arrived over a 5 min window, but tjat was the only fault I found.
Very impressed with the service & the food was just delicious. I highly recommend coming here!
Great food for those who like Thai, and for those who have not yet tryed it!
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Good Reviews Confirmed!. I read the reviews here, and I was surprised how many of the writers had travelled Thailand. I have been there a few times and we like to eat with the locals - from the street carts - from the night markets - etc, so we consider ourselves to have at least a working knowledge of Thai food. As such, the reviews here really interested me - especially being from Warrandyte. Well, sometimes you can believe what you read! The flavours were surprisingly authentic, although maybe a little shy on the real Thai chilli spice level of the real stuff. The atmosphere was really pleasant and we enjoyed a couple's night there away from our kids, even though there were tables of families with kids. It was just a really good set-up. The waitress was excellent and more than tip worthy. And they gave us complementary entre's while we were waiting, just to show off one of their dishes. The prices were a bit higher and the portions a bit smaller than some of our inner-city Thai fav's, but when we don't feel like a drive then Vanilla Orchid is going to be very hard to beat.
Went to Vanilla Orchid last night for a special event. Fantastic, authentic Thai food. Beef curry is a must have. Generosity of the staff and owners completely overwhelming. Can't wait to go back.
Great food. The food is excellent. Sometimes the service is not the best but overall a nice meal for the family.
Great food, kid friendly, service a little unattentive. Definitely be back.
Authentic Beautiful Food. This place is fantastic! Great authentic Thai food, friendly service and nice setting in Warrandyte. probably my favorite Thai restaurant out of Thailand.
Popularity is its only downside. Booked late so we had to sit outside at the bench tables overlooking Yarra Street and a hillside covered in trees. If it wasn't over 30 degrees at 8pm there would be no issue. Besides sweating it out a bit the food was fantastic!!! Some of the most tender beef and lamb I have ever eaten. Will definitely be going back just make sure I book early next time.
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Best Thai Food Ever. The food at Vanilla Orchid is so good I am taking the time to write my first Urbanspoon review. It is easily the best Thai I have ever eaten (and was in Thailand for 2 months) and easily one of the best restaurants in Melbourne (certainly for the price range). Plus, servings are huge, as far as I am concerned, and the prices are cheap - and take away is significantly cheaper again. Quality is outstanding, service is warm and plentiful, and the owners are lovely. I am local to this restaurant and the only problem with this is my wish to eat here all the time. I would recommend it to everyone, regardless of where you live, but book ahead as it is hugely popular for obvious and fully deserved reasons. Before I ate here I didn't particularly like Thai food, despite having eaten it a lot in the past, but this place has changed that for me. And if you already love Thai you will be totally delighted, I am sure. I honestly can't speak highly enough of it. Do yourself a favour.
This is the best Thai food I've had since Thailand! Amazing flavour. :) We had beef with chilli and chicken green curry - both were excellent!
Duck curry wonderful. A bit disappointed with grilled squid. Small serve and didn't inspire. Overall 70%
Yum. Great restaurant for both take away and dining in. We have eaten there many times and food always fabulous!
Best thai I have ever had, desserts were absolutely amazing!
Delicious green curry for me and stir fry beef with veg and cashews for my wife. 2 entrees, 2 mains, roti bread, rice and 3 drinks for $85. Good service & nice atmosphere. Would visit again.
Amazing!! The chill choc mousse was one of the best deserts I have had!!! Can't wait to ho back!!
Fantastic Green Curry and Tom Yum Soup! Reasonable prices and BYO wine. A busy little corner so pre-book!!
Great Thai by the Yarra. This is the most unassuming of locations for a Thai restaurant that creates some very authentic dishes with style and flair.
The food is full of flavour, beautifully presented and the service is friendly and efficient.
A must visit for locals and visitors alike.
Delicious food and good service. The toilet floor and handle was extremely sticky though. Quite busy for a rainy Wednesday night.
Thought we would give this restaurant a try and weren't disappointed. Staff were very friendly and attentive
Great service and food was really good. Serves were a good size and all served in good time. Prices are reasonable and we thought good value. Will return as a great Thai Restaurant. Highly recommended
Good quality Thai food. We really enjoyed our meal. $8.00 corkage perfectly acceptable. Staff did a good job on a busy night. Some dishes slightly over priced but overall, worth it. We will be going back.
Beautiful setting. I love Warrandyte.
The food was very nice and the service was terrific. Thank you.
We had the spring rolls, green chicken curry, and fried barramundi fillet. All the dishes were well cooked, full of flavour, and well portioned. The chocolate mousse and sticky date were also great, especially the sticky date sauce. Friendly customer service.
WOW.... Just WOW!!!
Absolutely the best Thai food ever!! Great friendly service, plenty of room to move so we weren't crammed in too close to other diners and large meals with flavours I could never have imagined.
Do yourself a favour and go to vanilla orchid Thai. You won't be disappointed I'm sure.
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