17 reviews about Orientai

28 Mar 2023

We were expecting more! Take Away dinner $60 for fried rice, dim sims and spring rolls. Got to say expected more for our money, the flavours just weren’t on point, fried rice didn’t appear to have been wok tossed and was a bit gluggy, dim sims were mushy, spring rolls were ok, don’t think they’ll be getting our money again

Approximate cost: $60

verified email - 21 Mar 2022

We went to this Restaurant about 4-5 years ago - we pass by there quite often. It's one of the few Asian Restaurants who open for LUNCH and Dinner. The atmosphere is elegant and ambient and the staff Courteous and Polite. One of them is exceptionally nice. We like the way he walked us over to a table by the window and gave us cheery converse when he waited on us, happy to see us again a few times.

The meals listed on their menu are Very Different to anywhere else we have been, with an unusual selection, restrictive for us - we were unsure what to choose. We found two dishes that could be suitable, so we tried one each. We quite enjoyed them and came back for those a few times.

Then one day the Menu changed - quite radically for us because there was nothing we thought we would like to try, so we had to leave and have not been back since.

Maybe they have a different Menu there now - this Venue is so Nice, it's a pity not to give things another try:)

One thing I must point out though. On two occasions, the nice Spicy Beef Meal I ordered (the same one) had about 4-5 peices of fat which amount to half the protein content in the meal, leaving not much of the main ingredient to enjoy - which was disappointing. It spoilt the experience of dining there.

When I questioned the Chef about that, he said he always uses the same cuts of Beef. I can understand that some Chefs like to use a Marble cut of Steak for Grills, but this was a Spicy meal with liquid, served in a bowl. it made me feel somewhat nauseous and spoilt the Dining experience.

Most health conscious people - and anyone who likes good quality food - do not like that kind of thing and would refrain also. I do not believe in a "No Fat Low Fats Diet" and I Never buy Cheap Nasty Veggie Oils (that includes Canola) they are Not "healthy for us at all" that's a Big Con the Manufacturers of Polyunsaturates have sold people on. They are the ones who outlawed Good Healthy Grass-Fed Butter and Cold Pressed Coconut Oil, and villainized them. That's outrageous - what a Dupe.

But it's still good to have Lean Meat - especially in a meal, it's so much nicer. I would like the Chef at Orientai to consider that. The meals would be so much nicer. We have friends who own an Indian Restaurant and they always buy good quality cuts of meat. They said to us when we first went to Chillies that cheap cuts of meat can wreck a good meal, and your reputation - that they refuse to use them. Also, this does not stop them from offering reasonable priced meals and Everyone is Happy.

It would be so nice to enjoy the ambient atmosphere and personalized service again there, wondering if I should give it another try - depends on what's available on the Menu I suppose. We saw groups of friends and family members there - an ideal Venue for social gatherings.

verified email - 28 Feb 2014

I went to Orientai for my birthday with my boyfriend.
First impressions of the place was great. The decor/vibe of the place was lovely, and the staff were friendly.
The dishes were a little on the pricey side (in my experience) however once we got our food we were very happy regardless. The food was exquisite.
We were both very happy with our experience and we will be going there again!
:)

Approximate cost: $35

RedDwarf 01 Mar 2014

Thanks, sounds like a place to take my girlfriend.

verified email - 08 Apr 2013

This is a great restaurant with a beautiful interior and I especially love the fish designs on the walls. Their dishes are reasonably priced, quickly prepared and great tasting. They have a good variety of Thai dishes suitable for all people's needs, so definitely bring your friends along.

verified email - 16 Mar 2013

Very happy with this particular restaurant. The food quality is always outstanding as well as the customer service. The atmosphere of the restaurant makes this a very enjoyable place to eat.

Approximate cost: $25

verified email - 03 Sep 2012

Been there several times with a large group. Great food, good prices. Would highly recommend. Would definitely go back again

verified email - 18 Aug 2012

I love this place. Great food and reasonably priced too. Every time I go here I have tried something new on the menu, and have loved everything I have tried

verified email - 16 Aug 2012

If you enjoy some good Thai food you can't miss a visit to Orientai. We always have a good meal here and never leave feeling hungry.

It is a nicely decorated restaurant with great service.

Be sure to make a reservation even during the week as they tend to get rather busy.

verified email - 19 Jul 2012

Regularly go there for lunch with daughter, son or mum, it is my mum's favourite place, took her there for her birthday last year, the lunch specials are great quality and the servings are filling, choice is good, service is always nice,

Approximate cost: $11.00

verified email - 14 Jul 2012

Ihave dined here with my family when visitin from interstate, great service, great atmosphere and ofcourse fabulous, tasty food. My kids love it here.

Approximate cost: $20.00

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