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Giggling Squid Oxford
Giggling Squid Oxford
Giggling Squid Oxford
Giggling Squid Oxford
Giggling Squid Oxford
Giggling Squid Oxford
Giggling Squid Oxford
Giggling Squid Oxford
Giggling Squid Oxford
Oxford
Food & Drink

Giggling Squid Oxford

££

Hightlight

  • Bar Bar
  • City Centre City Centre
  • Family Friendly Family Friendly
  • Restaurant Restaurant

The lovely Thai restaurant in Oxford, Giggling Squid combines wow-factor decor – bold colours and vibrant botanicals – with a warm atmosphere and friendly service. Not forgetting the food, fresh, authentic and cooked by expert Thai chefs!

Giggling Squid restaurant in Oxford city centre is located in the heart of city’s historic Jericho area, on bustling Walton Street, with its cocktail bars, global eateries and the Phoenix Picturehouse a few steps away. It’s just a 15 minute stroll to the station too!

Each dish – from the famous Salt & Pepper Squid to crowd-pleasing Sticky Chicken – it is a work of love, exploring Thailand’s richness of natural ingredients from the land and sea and crafted by expert Thai chefs.

If you’re looking for a place for lunch or dinner with your stay in Oxford, then their banquettes are perfect for sharing dishes and giggles. For a special celebration, look to book their semi-private dining.

When the weather starts to get warmer, why not enjoy your Thai feast or some tapas and cocktails outside on their outdoor dining tables. Fresh Thai food and bustling streetlife have always gone hand in hand!

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Opening Hours

Monday: 12:00 - 22:00
Tuesday: 12:00 - 22:30
Wednesday: 12:00 - 22:30
Thursday: 12:00 - 22:30
Friday: 12:00 - 22:30
Saturday: 12:00 - 22:30
Closed
Sunday: 12:00 - 21:30

FAQ's

Is your meat Halal?

Yes, our chicken and lamb are Halal across all our restaurants. Please note that our Sticky Chicken recipe uses cooking wine.

Do you have a lunch menu and what time is it available?

Yes, we have a lunch menu that runs from midday until 5pm across most of our sites. Our lunch menu features our popular Thai tapas as well as some of our favourite curries and noodle dishes.

Do you have a cocktail menu?

Yes, we have a wide range of Thai-inspired cocktails where you can find popular classics with a Thai Twist!

Do you have a gluten free menu?

Yes, many of our dishes are gluten free. Those which contain gluten will be indicated with a G in the menu but it’s really important that you check our allergen guide to make sure your chosen dish doesn’t contain traces.

Do you have a children’s menu?

Yes, we love welcoming little Squidlets and have a special menu with games and colouring to entertain them. The food is yum too – mix and match small plates and choose 2 for £7.99.

How often do change the menus?

Our chefs love wok’ing their magic to create new dishes and we like to change our menu at least once a year as well as offering seasonal, limited edition specials. Every year we bring out a new festive menu with a Thai twist for anyone who fancies an alternative to tired turkey and soggy sprouts!

Can I cancel or amend a booking?

Yes, you can easily amend or cancel your booking online using your confirmation email. If however, your confirmation email is buried under a mountain of emails, you can manage your booking on the Giggling Squid website – select BOOK and MANAGE BOOKING at the bottom. If all else fails you can always contact the restaurant directly.

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Giggling Squid - Oxford

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Paul Elliott

in the last week
Giggling squid is one of our go to places to eat when we’re out and about. Their Oxford branch didn’t disappoint we were greeted by Hannah and seated straight away without a booking even though they were quite busy. Our drinks order was taken straight away while we studied the menu. We had veggie spring rolls to start, Samui seafood and veggie massaman curry with jasmine rice washed down with a bottle of Chang lager. All was very tasty and served with a smile. Thank you Hannah and the rest of the giggling squid Oxford team

Paige Hamilton

6 months ago
First time here and will definitely be returning. All the dishes we had were delicious, the cocktails were really tasty, the setting/decor was beautiful and our server Hannah was amazing. Would highly recommend going here to anyone and can't wait to come back again.

Adam Marshall

in the last week
The food was overpriced, first of all. The green curry was too thin like soup and needs a thicker consistency. The roti was like a pancake and not like a true roti. The cider was excellent. The meal was OK - not fantastic. I lived in Thailand for 8 years and so I've eaten my fair share of green curries - I like to think I'm qualified to speak on the matter.

Faidra Antoniadou

6 months ago
We had a reservation here for an early dinner. The staff took a while to take our order and we were slightly disappointed with the food. As a started, we ordered a salt and pepper squid and while the texture was good, seasoning was lacking. For mains we ordered a green curry with jasmine rice on the side and a prawn pad thai. The pad thai only had 2 prawns inside and contained a sickening amount of some heavy sweet sauce, not tasting fresh at all. We were happy with the green curry although the portion was a bit small. It also took us a while to manage to order the bill as the staff were relatively inattentive. We ended up paying almost £25 per person which we didn’t think was worthwhile.

K 94

in the last week
Upon arrival, our experience started off poorly. Despite having a reservation, there was no one at the front to greet or seat us. We waited around 5–10 minutes with no acknowledgment until one of us had to go and actively find a staff member to request a table. We ordered starters and mains, but unfortunately, the food was very disappointing. If you’re considering ordering chicken dishes, be warned — the chicken tasted like it was cooked from frozen. It was dry, lacked flavour, and certainly didn’t resemble authentic Thai cuisine. Our curries were bland and underwhelming as well, which only added to the frustration of waiting so long for the food to arrive in the first place. The service didn’t redeem the experience either. The waiter who served our food looked like he didn’t want to be there at all. The only positive interaction was with the staff member who initially took our order — he was polite and helpful. To be fair, the restaurant itself looks amazing. The décor and ambiance are impressive, and you’d expect a great dining experience based on appearance alone. Sadly, the food and service just don’t live up to the setting. If you’re after proper, authentic Thai food, I’d recommend going elsewhere — I’ve had much better, and unfortunately, we won’t be returning.

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Saturday 12:00 - 22:30
  • Monday 12:00 - 22:00
  • Tuesday 12:00 - 22:30
  • Wednesday 12:00 - 22:30
  • Thursday 12:00 - 22:30
  • Friday 12:00 - 22:30
  • Saturday 12:00 - 22:30
  • Sunday 12:00 - 21:30
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Business Info

  • 55 Walton St, Oxford OX2 6AE, UK
  • 01865557696
  • www.gigglingsquid.com
  • www.facebook.com/gigglingsquid
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