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Blue Orchid Thai Cuisine- Riverside, Jacksonville, FL

Blue Orchid Thai Cuisine- Riverside

4.7
4.7
203 Reviews
$31 to $50
Thai
Blue Orchid was founded to inspire love of Thai cuisine and culture. We aspire to bring you the most amazing and beautiful Thai food you have eaten as well as to expose you to the wondrous hospitality for which Thailand is famous. Come experience our "Thai smiles" for yourself.

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2 people

10:30 PM


Booked 23 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Thai

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–11:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (904) 619-7349

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Neighborhood

    Jacksonville

  • Cross street

    Riverside Avenue at Memorial Park

  • Parking details

    Private Lot

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access

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What 203 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Jacksonville / Northeast Florida

    Healthy

  • Jacksonville / Northeast Florida

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Jacksonville

    Best Overall

  • Jacksonville

    Best Food

  • Jacksonville

    Best Ambiance

  • Jacksonville

    Best Value

  • Jacksonville

    Healthy

  • Jacksonville

    Hot spot

  • Jacksonville

    Neighborhood gem

  • Jacksonville

    Great for outdoor dining

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  1. MiaT

    Jacksonville

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a great experience at Blue Orchid. We were quickly sat down and service was very friendly.

    Blue Orchid Thai Cuisine- RiversideResponded 2 days agoMs. Mai, Thank you for the review:) Sean Blue Orchid Thai

  2. TedM

    Jacksonville

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful food and great service. Tyler’s recommendations were spot on and we had a lovely time. The appetizer crab Rangoon was out of this world good and both our main dishes were delicious.

    Blue Orchid Thai Cuisine- RiversideResponded 2 days agoMr. Ted, Thank you, hope to see you soon:) Sean Blue Orchid Thai

  3. JaxFoodie

    Jacksonville

    22 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    22 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall3food5service4ambience3
    I’ve been a huge fan since their opening but the last few visits were not up to their original excellence….

    Blue Orchid Thai Cuisine- RiversideResponded 4 days agoThank you for your feedback. I would love to hear more, Please email me at Sean@blueorchid.menu. Constructive criticism helps us improve:):) Sean Blue Orchid Thai

  4. Rooster

    New York Area

    33 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was fantastic. Got the fresh summer rolls, yummy crab rangoon and shared the yellow curry with chicken. Generous cocktails. Staff was super friendly and everyone very welcoming. Outdoor dining was great. Had some confusion with bill which was handled professionally. Olivia is super!!!!

    Blue Orchid Thai Cuisine- RiversideResponded 4 days agoWonderful review, thank you so much:) Sean Blue Orchid Thai

  5. AnnetteN

    Orlando

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Pad Thai Tuesday was delicious and reasonable Lovely interior and pleasant patio for warmer Weather

    Blue Orchid Thai Cuisine- RiversideResponded 6 days agoMs. Annette, Thank you so much, hope to see you soon, next Tuesday maybe?? Sean Blur Orchid Thai

  6. TinaW

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really pretty patio with a pond. Great food and attentive service. Highly recommend.

    Blue Orchid Thai Cuisine- RiversideResponded 5 days agoMs. Tina, Thank you:):) Sean Blue Orchid Thai

  7. JaxMully

    Jacksonville

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fully delighted with this place. Beautiful patio seating, wonderful service (shout out to Tory and visiting Sean), fanTASTic food (and wine list). This will definitely be a new go-to for us!

    Blue Orchid Thai Cuisine- RiversideResponded 6 days agoWonderful:):)Look forward to seeing you again soon. Sean Blur Orchid Thai

  8. Jrenee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome food, and place! We will definitely go back

    Blue Orchid Thai Cuisine- RiversideResponded 7 days agoThank you so much, see you soon:) Sean Blue Orchid Thai

  9. MarjorieLZ

    Jacksonville

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We enjoyed our food, the service and the ambiance. We will definitely come back

    Blue Orchid Thai Cuisine- RiversideResponded on March 13, 2023Ms. Marjorie, Wonderful, see you soon:):) Sean Blue Orchid Thai

  10. AlyshaT

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing service and food! We loved it! We will be back!

    Blue Orchid Thai Cuisine- RiversideResponded on March 13, 2023Alysha, Great, hope to see you again soon:):) Sean Blue Orchid Thai

  11. charlie

    Jacksonville

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A lovely evening with good friends and good food

    Blue Orchid Thai Cuisine- RiversideResponded on March 13, 2023Charlie, Perfect, thank you:) Sean Blue Orchid Thai

  12. EmilD

    Washington DC

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience1
    Food good - Michael our server was good. Table was very poor. Individual at the front was very rude and seated us first at a table directly looking into the kitchen. We asked to move as this was unacceptable and we specifically asked not to be placed near the kitchen in our reservation. Was very very rude and said "all the other tables have reservations, and you didn't want your assigned seats." We said that we had a reservation too and that we could see 6 other tables for 4 that were open. Individual rudely snapped, "you had assigned seats, but you didn't want them, so give me a second (raising his voice loudly) and we'll see if we can accommodate you. You had assigned seats." Then he turned to his manager and whispered to her how rude we were and that he was not going to deal with us, so she could. She promptly tried to sit us again next to the main waiter station. If it had not been pouring rain, we would have left. Very unpleasant and in stark contrast to alternatives in Riverside area. Ruined otherwise good food and good service.

    Blue Orchid Thai Cuisine- RiversideResponded on March 13, 2023Emil, I am very sorry, this is not who we are or what we do. I will be looking into this immediately. Thank you for your feedback. Sean Blue Orchid Thai

  13. OpenTable Diner

    Jacksonville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved everything about this place! Perfect location, plate presentation, ambiance, service; definitely a step up from your traditional Thai restaurant. A great place for date night without spending a fortune!

    Blue Orchid Thai Cuisine- RiversideResponded on March 13, 2023Wonderful, thank you. Sean Blue Orchid Thai

  14. OpenTable Diner

    Fort Lauderdale

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Excellently prepared duck, the specialty of the house, go with it and follow the suggestions of your waiters
  15. Scott

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was a great evening from beginning to end. We started with pork spring rolls - delicious! For entrees, my dining companion had drunken noodles with chicken, and I had the pad thai special ($11 on Tuesday nights!!). Both dishes were delicious, with yummy leftovers for lunch. For dessert, we had the Thai do-nuts, which came with a condensed milk dipping sauce. The perfect ending to our meal!

    Blue Orchid Thai Cuisine- RiversideResponded on March 9, 2023Scott, Thank you so much. I am happy that both of you enjoyed everything, see you soon:):) Sean Blue Orchid Thai

  16. RobertD

    Western NC

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on March 6, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Great food. We dined a second time on vacation because it was that good. The lettuce wraps and Choo Chee fish dish were excellent. I look forward to coming back!

    Blue Orchid Thai Cuisine- RiversideResponded on March 7, 2023Robert, Thank you so much, you found one of my favorites:):) I could eat the Lettuce wraps almost every day, amazing flavors. Sean Blue Orchid Thai

  17. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was very good and service was excellent . Outside and inside are great options. I like that it is not too noisy

    Blue Orchid Thai Cuisine- RiversideResponded on March 5, 2023Thank you:):)

  18. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Loved it. The only negative aspect was the noise.

    Blue Orchid Thai Cuisine- RiversideResponded on March 6, 2023Must be too many happy guests :):) Thank you. Sean Blue

  19. CaiteeH

    Jacksonville

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a wonderful anniversary dining experience. The food was delicious, especially the honey duck and sweet and sour chicken. The service was quick, friendly and attentive. I would recommend to everyone

    Blue Orchid Thai Cuisine- RiversideResponded on March 4, 2023Happy Anniversary:):) Sean Blue Orchid Thai

  20. OpenTable Diner

    Jacksonville

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on March 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was delicious. Will certainly return.
  21. LynnS

    New York Area

    85 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    85 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience5
    This is usually a great experience, but last night, the food was not as good as usual. The service was not up to its usual standards. Will go back, but it will take a while for us to return. Very disappointing!

    Blue Orchid Thai Cuisine- RiversideResponded on February 27, 2023Ms. Lynn, Thank you for your feedback. I am going to ask you for a little more information. How was the service different. Please contact me directly at Sean@blueorchid.menu so we can fix it. Thank you, Sean Blue Orchid Thai

  22. JaniceB

    Jacksonville

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We ate in the outdoor area. Late February lunch. Beautiful scenery. The lunch specials are priced well and are delicious. We will be back.

    Blue Orchid Thai Cuisine- RiversideResponded on February 27, 2023Ms Janice, Thank you so much, hope to see you for lunch again soon:) Sean Blue Orchid Thai

  23. Anne

    Jacksonville

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    We enjoyed our dinner. We had an outstanding server who went out of her way to make sure our party of 6 were well taken care of.

    Blue Orchid Thai Cuisine- RiversideResponded on February 25, 2023Ms. Anna, Thank you, that is what we do:):) Sean Blue Orchid Thai

  24. OpenTable Diner

    Jacksonville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Been here multiple time. Food never fail us. Drinks can be a little pricey but we often go during happy hour. Our favorite dish is the Thai fried rice but with glass noodles, protein is mixed seafood no squid, and add mushrooms. THE BEST!

    Blue Orchid Thai Cuisine- RiversideResponded on February 21, 2023You just described one of my favorite aspects of our menu and kitchen. Almost everything is modifiable so we can make it your style:):) Sean Blue Orchid Thai

  25. JaxFoodie

    Jacksonville

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    One of Jacksonville’s gems!
  26. OpenTable Diner

    Jacksonville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    The curry’s are amazing. Good service and I love the attention to detail in the ff&E throughout the restaurant. They did a Great job converting the building to a restaurant.

    Blue Orchid Thai Cuisine- RiversideResponded on February 20, 2023Thank you:)

  27. Alfords

    Jacksonville

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of our favorite restaurants in the city. The food is authentic and extremely tasty. Service is always impeccable.

    Blue Orchid Thai Cuisine- RiversideResponded on February 20, 2023Thank you so much, see you soon:):) Sean Blue Orchid Thai

  28. TAC70

    Jacksonville

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Perfect, as usual! Colin was a wonderful server with some excellent recommendations!

    Blue Orchid Thai Cuisine- RiversideResponded on February 17, 2023Wonderful, I will pass your compliments on to Colin, I know he takes pride in what he does:):) Sean Blue Orchid Thai

  29. OpenTable Diner

    Jacksonville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food
  30. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great Valentine’s Day menu and service!
  31. CDP199

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food here excellent - best Pad Thai. Kudos to our waiter Michael.

    Blue Orchid Thai Cuisine- RiversideResponded on February 16, 2023Thank you, Sean Blue Orchid Thai

  32. SaraM

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Great service the decor is really nice and the food was excellent, coming back and bringing some friends.

    Blue Orchid Thai Cuisine- RiversideResponded on February 14, 2023Ms. Sara, Wonderful, we look forward to seeing you again soon. Thank you, Sean Blue Orchid Thai

  33. NickD

    Jacksonville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Love Blue Orchid Love Blue Orchid Love Blue orchid

    Blue Orchid Thai Cuisine- RiversideResponded on February 13, 2023Nick, Thank you:) Thank you:) Thank you:) Sean Blue Orchid Thai

  34. charlesh

    Jacksonville

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food

    Blue Orchid Thai Cuisine- RiversideResponded on February 13, 2023Thank you, Sean Blue Orchid Thai

  35. AllieT

    Jacksonville

    1 review

    vip
    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 4, 2023

    overall3food5service2ambience4
    We always love the food at Blue Orchid, but service was below acceptable. After being seated for 20 mins we had to get hostess to get us a server. Whom also recognized it had been a while that wed been seated with no help. The restaurant wasn’t full, and plenty of table still open. So it didn’t seem fitting to be that behind. Appetizer came out within acceptable time, then it was another 45 mins for food. I appreciate the food being fresh and hot, but the lack of service seemed to be what hindered everything. The plates needed to be sent back as they were dirty (twice and had legit food on them). Disappointing as we brought friends there and it was their first time. Would love to go back with higher level of confidence the service is going to be better.

    Blue Orchid Thai Cuisine- RiversideResponded on February 6, 2023Ms. Allie, Thank you for your feedback, this definitely sounds like we were having some challenges. Thank you for letting us know I will pass your review on to service management so we can do a better job taking care of you:):) Sean Blue Orchid Thai

  36. Kate

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 4, 2023

    overall1food4service1ambience1
    Had a reservation for 6, no server came over until we asked if we had one 40 minutes later. Payed on their kiosk thing and was told we didn’t pay when the money was taken out of my account.

    Blue Orchid Thai Cuisine- RiversideResponded on February 6, 2023Ms. Kate, I spoke to both of our Service Managers about your review. Your party of 6 turned into a party of 2. Your server took care of you and your guest with drinks and appetizers, then as per restaurant etiquette, waited for the rest of your party to arrive. So I believe your 40 minute wait for service was not exactly as you describe. We tried to contact you directly several times with no response. I will be happy to discuss this with you personally if you like. Thank you Sean@blueorchid.menu

  37. Judy

    Jacksonville

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on January 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Pad Thai Tuesday ! Such a delicious deal. The appetizers were great and the pad Thai was the best I've ever eaten.

    Blue Orchid Thai Cuisine- RiversideResponded on February 2, 2023Ms. Judy, Thank you for the great review, See you next Tuesday, or sooner if you are in the mood:):) Sean Blue Orchid Thai

  38. LynnS

    New York Area

    85 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    85 reviews

    Dined on January 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food-delightful atmosphere!

    Blue Orchid Thai Cuisine- RiversideResponded on February 1, 2023Ms. Lynn, Thank you:) Sean Blue Orchid Thai

  39. JaxFoodie

    Jacksonville

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on January 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Ambiance was negatively affected by noise level….otherwise excellent in all respects!

    Blue Orchid Thai Cuisine- RiversideResponded on February 1, 2023Thank you for your feedback, we will work on it Sean Blue Orchid Thai

  40. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 29, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Overall good experience and food was good and service was very good and they have good atmosphere with great Thailand art. However the overall lighting is way too harsh and needs to be toned down. The owners should consider dimmer switches for all the spot lights and dim them and allow the art and the hanging lamps to really shine. Put candles even electric on each table and let the atmosphere and setting really feel a bit more romantic and engaging. Will definitely return but hope they will dim the lighting a bit too harsh for dinner eating.

    Blue Orchid Thai Cuisine- RiversideResponded on February 1, 2023Thank you for your feedback, we generally dim the lights in the evening except when we get a guest request for a little more light. Next time if it is too bright, please let your server or a manager know we will absolutely take care of it. Sean Blue Orchid Thai

FAQs

Blue Orchid Thai Cuisine- Riverside offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (904) 619-7349.

Blue Orchid Thai Cuisine- Riverside is rated 4.7 stars by 203 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

10:30 PM


Booked 23 times today
Google Map for Blue Orchid Thai Cuisine- Riverside

1551 Riverside Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32204-4124

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Riverside Avenue at Memorial Park

  • Neighborhood

    Jacksonville

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–11:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Thai

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking details

    Private Lot

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access

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