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Giggling Squid - Norwich

Thai Restaurant, Vegan Menu, Tapas

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Top tips

Ask about: mislabelled dishes

  • The staff, especially Brad, are very friendly and knowledgeable and can assist with vegan recommendations.
  • Good to know: Vegan desserts are limited - consider confirming availability when ordering.
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  • Try the lunch tapas-style vegan set with tofu curry, stir fried veggies, rice and spring rolls for a good value vegan meal.
  • Enjoy outdoor seating available with wheelchair accessible entrance and restrooms.
  • Expect a buzzing atmosphere on Friday evenings, which may be less suitable for those seeking a quiet meal.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention curry, pad thai and spring rolls.

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Also tapas lunch, dumpling, massaman curry, panang curry, red curry, rice and stir fry.

Good for

The vibe: groups

Praised for friendly service, cozy atmosphere and fast service.

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Also praised for beautiful interior, lively atmosphere and good value.

Good to know

  • Outdoor seating
  • Lunch, dinner, takeout
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

Giggling Squid serves a broad range of Thai dishes with a dedicated vegan menu featuring curries, stir fries, and vegan pad Thai. The restaurant is known for its friendly and knowledgeable staff, an inviting old-world charm interior, and reasonably priced lunch set menus including a popular tapas-style vegan meal. Despite occasional busy nights and a quieter atmosphere requested by some guests, the venue maintains consistent quality and accommodating service, making it a popular choice for group dining and solo meals alike.

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24 Tombland, Norwich, NR3 1RF, United Kingdom

Opening hours

Monday
12:00–22:00
Tuesday
12:00–22:00
Wednesday
12:00–22:00
Thursday
12:00–22:30
Friday
12:00–22:30
Saturday
12:00–22:30
Sunday
12:00–22:00

the food

4.4 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

  • Outstanding food
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3.8 6 reviews Read on HappyCow
How we rank

eating vegan

Very vegan-friendly

vegan options
Many · 5–10 dishes
menu
Separate vegan menu
staff
Knowledgeable
protein
tofu

Ask about: Dishes labelled vegan that weren't: check with staff.

Good to know: Vegan options aren't always available.

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