Orchid - Cambridge

We had a nice meal out here for a party. The great part about this place is that if you spend over a certain amount on your meal, you get free access to a private karaoke booth upstairs. We had a group of 12 and a fantastic time!

My family and I drove from Bristol to Bedford, with a stop in Cambridge to try out a new buffet restaurant. The place had a nice decor and offered all you can eat food for a slightly higher price. However, the unique part was that you had to order from the staff in rounds for the whole table, rather than serving yourself from a buffet. The food was tasty and freshly cooked to order, making the experience a bit longer but less wasteful and likely more hygienic. Overall, it was a pleasant dining experience and a nice change from the typical buffet setup. I never expected to go to Cambridge for food, but it was a pleasant surprise.

I highly recommend this restaurant for a fantastic dining experience. It was my first time eating here and I was thoroughly impressed.

There are limited parking spaces outside the restaurant, so be sure to use your sat-nav to avoid getting lost on the way to Midsummer Common. Inside, there are half-standings near the open kitchen, offering a great view of the cooking action. We used a Groupon voucher, which allowed us to choose from a selection of dishes outside the regular menu for an additional cost. We started with the crispy duck and pancakes, a favorite of my daughter's. The duck was crispy and tasty, but we wished there was more sauce. I ordered the double-boiled pork belly with chili, which had just the right amount of heat but was heavy on the garlic. My daughter enjoyed the udon noodles with shrimp and vegetables, a generous portion. We paired our meal with a cheap Sardinian red wine. The staff was friendly and helpful, and we look forward to returning.

Delicious eating and friendly staff, very beautiful ambiente and choice of music, good drinks selection and many beautiful dishes on the menu very authentic and has karaoke rooms on the back as well as hot pot top