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Thai Orchid
Pad Thai
Recommended multiple times as a standout dish, with reviewers calling it 'great' and specifically praising the tofu option as especially delicious.
Green curry
Mentioned as great and also singled out in the buffet reviews, with one reviewer saying they enjoyed the chicken green curry so much.
Papaya salad
Repeatedly mentioned as a good Thai dish; reviewers said it was great, though one noted the portion was small and expensive.
Chicken curry
Highlighted in the lunch buffet as a standout item, with reviewers praising its taste and freshness.
Pat gra pau
Recommended for being extremely delicious, though one reviewer noted that it is very spicy.
Fried wontons
Specifically recommended by a reviewer as a dish worth trying.
Spring roll
Mentioned as a free starter and positively received as part of the meal experience.
Fish in the soup
Called a standout item in the lunch buffet for its flavor and quality.
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 to 11 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 to 11 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 to 11 PM |
| Sunday | 5:30 to 11 PM |
About Thai Orchid
Thai Orchid is a Thai restaurant in Rapperswil-Jona, Switzerland. It offers dine-in, takeout, and outdoor seating, and is popular for lunch, dinner, and solo dining. Reviewers consistently praise the friendly service, quick service, and well-presented food, along with the buffet and dishes such as curry, pad Thai, tofu, and papaya salad. Many reviews also mention the cozy atmosphere and that reservations are recommended at busy times.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great cocktails
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Parking
- Paid parking garage
- Paid parking lot
Frequently asked questions
What is Thai Orchid known for?
Thai Orchid is best known for its lunch buffet and classic Thai dishes like green curry, pad thai, and papaya salad. Reviewers repeatedly mention fresh food, quick service, and attractive presentation, with the buffet often singled out as a strong value in Rapperswil-Jona.
What dishes are most recommended at Thai Orchid?
Reviewers most often recommend green curry, pad thai with tofu, pat gra pau, fried wontons, and papaya salad. The chicken in the curry and the fish in the soup from the lunch buffet also get specific praise, while mango sticky rice is mentioned as less impressive because the mango was not very fresh.
What is the atmosphere like at Thai Orchid?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, romantic, trendy, and upscale, with both indoor and outdoor seating. Reviewers mention it works well for anniversaries, groups, and solo meals, and several note the staff are especially friendly and attentive.
Is Thai Orchid good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is CHF 30–80, and reviewers have mixed but mostly positive value comments. The lunch buffet is often described as good value, especially because it offers a soup, rice or noodle dish, a meat curry, and a vegetarian dish in small fresh batches, though some individual items like papaya salad are called expensive.
When is the best time to visit Thai Orchid?
Lunch is a strong choice because the buffet is repeatedly praised for freshness, variety, and value, and reviewers say the food is made in small quantities so it stays hot. Dinner is also popular, but reservations are recommended for both lunch and dinner.
Is parking available at Thai Orchid?
Yes. Paid parking garage, Paid parking lot is available.
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