
Giggling Squid - Chislehurst
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About Giggling Squid - Chislehurst
Overlooking Chislehurst Common at 9 High St, Giggling Squid is a Thai restaurant in Chislehurst, set at the start of the High Street and a fifteen-minute walk from the station. The kitchen cooks Thai food built around dishes to share, and the lunch Thai Tapas Sets suit a table that wants to try several plates. Thai curries and spicy stir fries cover the larger appetites. A list of Thai-inspired cocktails and other drinks runs alongside the food. The dining room is decorated with a botanical theme, which gives the common-side restaurant a planted look inside as well as out.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree parking lot · Free street parking · Paid parking lot
- AccessibilityWheelchair: restroom, seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids · High chairs · Kids' menu
- DietaryVegan options · Vegetarian options
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention starters, cocktails, birthday celebration and thai food.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention starters, cocktails, birthday celebration and thai food.
Customer Review Summary
Diners most often praise the flavour of the food, with starters singled out as full of flavour and well presented, and shared starters and mains enjoyed at a birthday table. The cocktails earn a mention too, and one reviewer found the menu so tempting it took ages to choose. Close behind are friendly, warm service and decor described as beautiful and stunning. Birthdays come up repeatedly, with staff wishing the guest of honour happy birthday on seating and singing over pudding. Service speed is the recurring caveat. One reviewer waited a very long time for a glass of water after ordering drinks and felt a busy floor needed more staff. Another had a forgotten starter that arrived promptly once the waiter was reminded, and a third saw a dish arrive late. In that last case the manager offered a free dessert, and when the table was too full to accept, reduced the bill instead.
Customer Review Summary
Diners most often praise the flavour of the food, with starters singled out as full of flavour and well presented, and shared starters and mains enjoyed at a birthday table. The cocktails earn a mention too, and one reviewer found the menu so tempting it took ages to choose. Close behind are friendly, warm service and decor described as beautiful and stunning. Birthdays come up repeatedly, with staff wishing the guest of honour happy birthday on seating and singing over pudding. Service speed is the recurring caveat. One reviewer waited a very long time for a glass of water after ordering drinks and felt a busy floor needed more staff. Another had a forgotten starter that arrived promptly once the waiter was reminded, and a third saw a dish arrive late. In that last case the manager offered a free dessert, and when the table was too full to accept, reduced the bill instead.
Featured reviews
- Sports Fire
“Overall, my experience was truly wonderful. The food was incredibly flavourful, and every dish we tried was delicious. I had previously ordered from them for delivery and already loved the food, but this was my first time dining in at Chislehurst, and it exceeded my expectations. The service was warm and welcoming, and the quality of the food was outstanding. I will definitely be coming back soon to try more dishes, one at a time!”
- gaurav arora
“Amazing ambience , lucky to get the parking in front over a weekend. Great food and drinks. Very courteous staff, definitely visiting them back again.”
- Rav Sandhu
“Great service, lovely food & clean restaurant Friendly & attentive team - will def return!”
- Manasvi Samant
“We recently visited Giggling Squid and had a great experience. The starters were absolutely excellent—full of flavour and really well presented. Service was just as good: friendly, attentive, and efficient without feeling rushed. Overall, a really enjoyable meal. Would definitely come back.”
- Michelle whithorn
“10/10 the food was amazing! The service was brilliant and the decor was so stunning. Would totally recommend to friends and family It was my husband's birthday so they made it very special. Staff are so friendly”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“Giggling Squid Chislehurst is located at the start of the High Street with its range of independent shops and eateries, overlooking Chislehurst Common and just fifteen minutes' walk from the station. Giggling Squid is all about the spirit of Thai mealtimes – lots of delicious dishes to share with your favourite people. From our iconic lunch Thai Tapas Sets to classic Thai curries and spicy stir fries, we’ve got a dish to match your appetite alongside an extensive list of Thai-inspired tipples and cocktails. With our vibrant, botanical interiors we offer a feast for your eyes as well as your tastebuds. We’re open every day from 12noon to 22.30pm and our Thai feasts are also available for delivery and click & collect for when you prefer to...”
- Great dessert
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Popular for solo dining
- Healthy options
- Small plates
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Free parking lot
- Accepts reservations
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Takeout
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- Dine-in
- Family-friendly
- Vegan options
- Alcohol
- Cozy
- Onsite services
- Offerings· 10
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Free water refills
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Dining options· 5
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Highlights· 1
- Great dessert
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Crowd· 3
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Transgender safespace
- Accessibility· 1
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Atmosphere· 3
- Casual
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Parking· 4
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Parking
- Family-friendly· 3
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
- Planning· 1
- Dinner reservations recommended
Location
Thai restaurants near Giggling Squid - Chislehurst
- 6.3 mi away£20–30
thai green curry, pad thai, banana fritters
- I Thai4.31117 mi away£10–20
chicken pad thai, chicken curry, fried rice
- Thai Andaman London4.92948.6 mi away
mango sticky rice, pad thai, papaya salad
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Giggling Squid - Chislehurst | 4.51,460 | — | £20–70 | starters, cocktails, birthday celebration |
| Mantanah Thai Cuisine, South Norwood | 4.4212 | 6.3 mi away | £20–30 | thai green curry, pad thai, banana fritters |
| I Thai | 4.3111 | 7 mi away | £10–20 | chicken pad thai, chicken curry, fried rice |
| Thai Andaman London | 4.9294 | 8.6 mi away | — | mango sticky rice, pad thai, papaya salad |
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