
Jintana Thai Restaurant Ambleside
Quick info
About Jintana Thai Restaurant Ambleside
Jintana Thai Restaurant Ambleside is a Thai restaurant in Ambleside on Compston Rd, where diners can choose to sit in a converted tuk tuk. Thai chefs run the kitchen, and the menu includes Pad Thai, Kao Soi made with chicken drumsticks, and stir fries such as basil pork and garlic pork. All the chicken is halal. Mango sticky rice is on the dessert list, and the bar serves cocktails and world beers. A private dining room is available for groups.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree street parking · Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, restroom, seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids · High chairs · Family-friendly
- DietaryOrganic dishes · Vegan options · Vegetarian options
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention pad thai, tuk tuk dining, kao soi and mango sticky rice.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention pad thai, tuk tuk dining, kao soi and mango sticky rice.
Customer Review Summary
Pad Thai is the dish reviewers name most, with one praising its patterned egg topping and another calling it tasty, though a third found it a bit bland. Close behind are the railway fried rice, tamarind duck, black pepper stir fry and mango sticky rice, plus Kao Soi chicken drumsticks, garlic pork with sriracha, paneng chicken, basil pork, papaya salad and steamed sea bass. Several describe food arriving quickly after ordering, and servers as attentive and friendly, one group praising their patience through a chaotic visit. Reviewers also note that the chefs are Thai, that the chicken is halal and that the cocktails are delicious. One suggests asking for chili and fish sauce to give the pad Thai its authentic taste. The complaints are small and single: one diner found chipped plates unsightly and unsafe, and another wanted the halal options stated on the website and outside. Two reviewers highlight dining in a converted tuk tuk, where one family's kids ate.
Customer Review Summary
Pad Thai is the dish reviewers name most, with one praising its patterned egg topping and another calling it tasty, though a third found it a bit bland. Close behind are the railway fried rice, tamarind duck, black pepper stir fry and mango sticky rice, plus Kao Soi chicken drumsticks, garlic pork with sriracha, paneng chicken, basil pork, papaya salad and steamed sea bass. Several describe food arriving quickly after ordering, and servers as attentive and friendly, one group praising their patience through a chaotic visit. Reviewers also note that the chefs are Thai, that the chicken is halal and that the cocktails are delicious. One suggests asking for chili and fish sauce to give the pad Thai its authentic taste. The complaints are small and single: one diner found chipped plates unsightly and unsafe, and another wanted the halal options stated on the website and outside. Two reviewers highlight dining in a converted tuk tuk, where one family's kids ate.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“came in today and had a lovely meal, probably the best i’ve had in ambleside. the service was incredibly fast and everything we ordered was DELICIOUS. the railway fried rice, tamarind duck and black pepper stir fry were all 10/10 amazing. the mango sticky rice was also absolutely top notch. i would definitely add this on my list of recommendations for restaurants in the lake district and will for sure be back. i was recommended this place by people who frequently visit, and it did not dissapoint.”
- Google user
“Excellent food and Every dish was freshly prepared, beautifully presented, and full of authentic Thai flavours. The ingredients were fresh, the portions were generous, and everything arrived promptly. The staff were courteous, attentive, and welcoming throughout our visit, creating a warm and relaxed atmosphere. A wonderful dining experience from start to finish. I would highly recommend this restaurant and look forward to returning.”
- Google user
“Great atmosphere coupled with efficient service. Food arrived less than 15min after ordering. Plus the added bonus of being able to dine in a converted tuk tuk.”
- Google user
“Craving for Asian food during our two weeks trip around UK and Jintana was totally satisfying! Very authentic and aroi ka! The paneng chicken , basil pork , papaya salad and the steam sea bass was what we ordered! Highly recommend. The chefs are all Thai.”
- Google user
“Thank you so much for your patience on our visit, I was with a group of people and it got very chaotic and progressively a little overwhelming! Despite our many questions and disorganisation you all stayed so patient and kind, thank you! The food was absolutely amazing too, overall such a great experience! The cocktails are also delicious!”
Highlights
“Bright, stylish venue with a classic Southeast Asian menu & decor, plus cocktails & world beers.”
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Popular for solo dining
- Happy hour drinks
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Free street parking
- Accepts reservations
- Outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
- Takeout
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- Dine-in
- Family-friendly
- Vegan options
- Bar onsite
- Cozy
- Curbside pickup
- Offerings· 15
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Free water refills
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Organic dishes
- Private dining room
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
- Dining options· 6
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Parking· 1
- Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
- Pet-friendly· 2
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
- Service options· 1
- Onsite services
- Highlights· 2
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Atmosphere· 2
- Casual
- Romantic
- Crowd· 3
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Family-friendly· 2
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Planning· 1
- Dinner reservations recommended
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