Giggling Squid

Giggling Squid is a much-loved UK-based chain of Thai restaurants that has built its reputation on bringing the true spirit of Thailand to the table. The menu is bold, fresh, and packed with authentic Thai flavours. Evenings feature a traditional à la carte selection, offering everything from fragrant curries and stir-fries to sizzling seafood dishes. Lunchtimes, however, bring something unique: the playful and popular “Thai Tapas” menu, designed for sharing a variety of small plates so you can sample a mix of tastes in one sitting.

Munch on the most savoury and mouthwatering Thai Nibbles that simply take your breath away with their authentic taste and flavour!

Name & Detail	Price
Chang Large 5% ABV (620ml) Like normal. Just bigger.	£8.25
Mad Squirrel Sumo American Pale Ale 4.7% ABV (440ml) This lush craft beer is vegan friendly, producing a combo of tropical fruit, dark herbs and balanced bitterness.	£6.50
Cobra Zero (330ml) Delicate, malty and sweet – all the flavour but none of the potency in this most drinkable alcohol‑free lager.	£4.50
Prawn Crackers Let’s get you nibbling…	£4.50
Chilli Chickpeas Crispy fried chickpeas, dusted with chilli powder.	£3.95

Make your simple go to nibbles even more wholesome and appetizing by ordering from our most popular Nibbles & Sharing Platters.

Name & Detail	Price
Street Food Sharer Hawker style pork skewers, salt & pepper squid, spring rolls & giggling wings – a feast for eyes and tummies.	£19.95
Satay Four Ways A selection of marinated skewers – Moo Dang pork, chicken, grilled squid and butterfly prawn. Served with satay and zesty Thai herb dipping sauces.	£18.95
Bangkok Bites Yummy duck spring rolls, golden money bags, crispy slow‑cooked beef and spicy Thai herb sausage.	£25.99
Fisherman’s Feast Soft shell crab, crispy squid bits, salt & pepper squid & classic papaya salad. Served with zesty Thai herb and sriracha dipping sauces.	£25.99

A small feast for the eyes and the tummies with their most sizzling flavour and taste with our Small but Mighty Bites!

Name & Detail	Price
Golden Money Bags Crispy pastry parcel of Thai‑spiced chicken, herbs and mixed vegetables. Dunk in homemade sweet chilli sauce.	£7.99
Samui Zingy Prawns Zingy, citrusy and fresh – that’s how we describe the sauce drizzled on the grilled, butterfly prawns.	£8.90
Pork Dumplings Steamed dumplings filled with tender pork and served with a peppery light soy and rice vinegar dip.	£7.60
Chicken Satay Chicken skewers steeped in coconut milk, lemongrass and turmeric then grilled until golden brown, served with pickled vegetables and peanut sauce.	£8.50
Veg Spring Rolls Crispy spring rolls filled with shredded vegetables and served with homemade sweet chilli sauce.	£7.25
Yummy Duck Spring Rolls Shredded duck mixed with carrot, celery, leeks and spring onion wrapped in thin pastry.	£9.50
Giggling Wings Juicy chicken wings, crispy‑fried with a super‑peppery kick and luscious fish sauce.	£8.50
Salt & Pepper Squid A basketful of hand‑tossed seaweed from the fisher, served with a touch of red and green pepper in our light, crispy coating.	£8.35
Salt & Pepper Chilli Mushrooms Crispy coated mushrooms with a hint of chilli, served with Thai herbs and a sweet chilli sauce.	£7.50
Crispy Squid Bits Deep‑fried mini squid tentacles bursting with big flavour.	£8.95
Tall Husband’s Favourite Crispy squid served with lemongrass, lime, ginger, coriander, chopped mints and roasted coconut, drizzled with sweet, salty and chilli dressing.	£8.70
Hawker Style Pork Skewers Juicy, chargrilled pork skewers with spicy tamarind dip.	£7.70
Caramelised Pork Belly Our signature slow‑cooked sticky pork belly, wok tossed and finished in caramelised palm sugar, spices and aromatic Thai herbs, served with pickled veg and roasted peppers.	£7.50
Chicken Laab Thod Minced chicken and crunchy herbs with big Thai flavours and a little chilli kick.	£7.99
Classic Papaya Salad Fresh young papaya, carrots, peanuts, cherry tomatoes, red chilli, dried shrimps and roasted peanuts.	£8.99

Let the aromatic classic filled with rich sauces and spices fill in your appetite only with the honour of our Classic Curries!

Curry	Description & Options	From
Thai Red Curry	Aromatic blend of iconic Thai spices – red chillies, lemongrass, lime leaf and galangal simmered in rich coconut milk. Choose chicken, prawn, slow‑cooked beef or vegetable.	£17.00
Thai Green Curry	Slightly creamier than the red curry with fresh green chillies, garlic and lemongrass in a silky coconut sauce. Options: chicken, prawn, slow‑cooked beef or vegetable.	£17.00
Massaman	A curry with mythical origins – tender meat simmered in coconut milk and spiced with lemongrass, star anise and cinnamon. Options: chicken, prawn, slow‑cooked beef or vegetable.	£17.00
Paneang Curry	Rich and nutty red curry, thickened with roasted peanuts and laced with ground cumin and coriander seeds. Options: chicken, prawn, slow‑cooked beef or vegetable.	£17.00

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Slurpy, slippery and simply irresistible Noodles & Stir Fries are waiting for you with their appetizing looks and spices!

Name & Detail	Price
Giggling Pad Thai Our classic rice noodles with tofu, beansprouts, sliced red onion, Thai chives and crunchy peanuts. Choose chicken, prawn, chicken & prawn, vegetable or vegan.	from £15.00
Drunken Noodles A legendary hangover cure of flat noodles, assorted veg, chilli and green peppercorns. Options: chicken, prawn, chicken & prawn or vegetable.	from £15.00
Live Long Noodles Traditional noodles from northern Thailand with ground pork and fermented tomato, finished in a wok with green beans and a cucumber chilli dressing.	£13.90
Chicken Kua Kling Earthy dry stir fry with minced chicken, green aubergines, bamboo shoots and peppery holy basil – it’s a spicy one.	£17.00
Wholesome Cashew Stir Fry Brimming with delicious flavour – roasted cashew nuts, mushrooms, peppers, onion and chilli. Choose chicken, prawn, slow‑cooked beef, duck or vegetable.	from £17.00
Chilli & Basil Stir Fry Iconic basil stir fry: two‑chilli stir fry with fiery chilli, garlic, Thai basil and holy pepper. Options: chicken, prawn, slow‑cooked beef or vegetable.	from £17.00

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Delight yourself with our most popular and free to share meals made with the right touch of flavours only with our Goodies to Share!

Name & Detail	Price
Morning Glory A lovely long‑stemmed green, stir fried with garlic, fresh chilli and oyster sauce – hot, crisp and savoury.	£9.00
Tamarind Mushrooms & Greens Mixed mushrooms, tofu, Thai greens and herbs tossed in a sweet, tangy tamarind sauce.	£13.00
Pak Choi & Tenderstems Crisp green stems stir fried with dried chilli, crushed garlic and our house stir fry sauce.	£8.00
Roti Light, golden roti – the perfect side for Thai curries.	£5.00
Garlic Pepper Steamed Noodles Delicious Thai noodles with fresh garlic and sweet pepper served with soy sauce.	£7.00
Fresh Thai Salad A vibrant salad of mixed leaves with vegetables and herbs including romaine, pomegranate, bean shoots, pickled radish, chilli and shredded pepper.	£9.00

Circolo Popolare Menu offers some great Italian Dishes.

Made with your favourite spices and smothered in the most rich sauces we present our highlight of the meal ShowStoppers!

Name & Detail	Price
Thai Melting Beef Tender beef in a rich, velvety red curry sauce, finished with Thai pea aubergine. Served with fresh green beans and steamed jasmine rice.	£22.00
Giant Butterfly King Prawn Pad Thai Classic Thai noodles, thick with tender prawns and Pad Thai sauce, eggs, beansprouts, tofu, Thai chives, red onion and dried prawns. Served with crushed peanuts, lime and coriander.	£22.00
Thai Garlic Hake Fillets of mild hake marinated in yellow curry, garlic and chilli then steeped in an aromatic sauce bursting with fresh lime, ginger, coriander and lively red chillies. Served on a stir fry of cabbage, green beans, sweet basil and lime leaves.	£20.00
Duck Confit Lovely and crispy on the outside with tender meat inside. Marinated with lemongrass and kaffir lime, served with tamarind sauce.	£22.00
Drunken Ribs A hearty portion of tender ribs coated in a sticky red curry sauce with flavours of red chilli and garlic. Served with pickled red slaw.	£23.00
Chubby Cheek Pork Tender pork cheeks seared with coriander, garlic and cracked pepper. Served with crispy shallots.	£23.00
Prawn & Soft Shell Crab Butterfly prawns and tender soft shell crab in a coconut milk yellow curry broth.	£18.50
Red Duck Rising Star Rich red curry with roast duck, juicy star fruit, fresh pineapple and sweet potatoes.	£22.00
Red Royal Fishing Boat Curry Fresh mussels, prawns, squid and salmon in a sumptuous fish broth finished with Thai herbs.	£21.00
Lamb Shank Massaman A legendary slow‑cooked lamb shank in rich Massaman sauce with potatoes, carrots and crunchy onions.	£24.00
Salmon Paneang (GS Favourite) Salmon fillet in a creamy curry sauce flavoured with kaffir lime leaves and Thai herbs, served with jasmine rice.	£22.00
Red Prawn Hot Pot King prawns simmered in a rich, red curry broth with coconut milk, tamarind and cherry tomatoes.	£20.00
Chicken & Mustard Greens Firepot Chicken simmered in a spicy coconut milk curry with mustard greens, green beans and aromatic Thai herbs.	£19.00
Chilli & Lime Sea Bass Sea bass steamed to perfection and dressed with a zesty lime and chilli sauce.	£28.00
Sticky Chicken (GS Favourite) A hearty bowl of sticky fried chicken. Bite‑sized, sweet and spicy lusciousness.	£16.75
Slow Cooked Jungle Firepot (NEW) Tender beef and broccoli vegetables stewed with aubergine, sugar cane and butternut squash in a rich herb broth.	£19.00
Samui Seafood Seared red snapper, mussels and prawns tossed in a punchy red Thai sauce with crushed peanuts.	£21.00
Marinated Steak & Crispy Slow Cooked Beef A meat feast of thickly sliced sirloin served with fried garlic rice, charred mushrooms, pickled Thai herbs and a rich aromatic gravy.	£25.00

The only simple way to make your meal extra fulfilling is to bring in the richness of our exotic and aromatic Rice Menu!

Rice Dish	Price
Jasmine Rice	£4.25
Sticky Rice	£4.75
Egg Fried Rice Fluffy jasmine rice wok‑fried with egg, peas, sweetcorn and carrots.	£6.00
Coconut Rice	£6.00
Tom Yum Fried Rice Jasmine rice wok‑fried with lime, galangal, chilli and soy sauce.	£7.00

Popular Items at Giggling Squid

Giggling Squid focuses on Thai small plates, fragrant curries, and stir-fried dishes, with most people choosing a mix of sharers and signature mains that highlight bold herbs, coconut-based sauces, and fresh seafood. citeturn0search0

• The Chicken Satay is widely chosen because it combines grilled flavour with a creamy peanut dip, making it a reliable starter
• The Giggling Pad Thai is popular for its balanced mix of noodles, peanuts, and tamarind-style sauce that works as a full meal citeturn0search1
• The Thai Green Curry is commonly selected for its fragrant coconut base and fresh chilli kick, especially with chicken or prawn
• The Salt & Pepper Squid is often picked as a crispy sharing starter with a light spicy coating citeturn0search1
• The Thai Melting Beef is frequently ordered by those wanting a richer, more comforting curry-style dish

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Budget-Friendly Choices at Giggling Squid

While Giggling Squid is a mid-range dining experience, choosing smaller plates or simple noodle dishes helps keep the overall bill more manageable.

Option Type	What to Expect	Smart Choice Example
Value meals	Balanced noodle or curry dishes	Giggling Pad Thai
Light meals	Small starters or sides	Veg Spring Rolls
Saver deals	Simple single-dish meals	Chicken Satay
Everyday picks	Filling but straightforward meals	Thai curry with rice

• Choosing Giggling Pad Thai instead of multiple small plates helps keep costs predictable
• Starters like spring rolls are a practical way to share without overspending
• Curry + rice combinations are usually the most filling everyday option

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What to Order at Giggling Squid Based on Your Needs

The menu is built around sharing and comfort dishes, so your best choice depends on whether you want something light, spicy, or filling.

• For solo meals: The Thai Green Curry with rice provides a balanced and satisfying portion
• For chicken lovers: Chicken Satay is commonly chosen for its grilled flavour and creamy sauce
• For seafood lovers: Salt & Pepper Squid is a light but flavourful option
• For budget-conscious users: One noodle dish like Giggling Pad Thai keeps things simple
• For quick takeaway: Noodle dishes are the easiest and most convenient option
• If you prefer a slightly spicier flavour, dishes like Thai red or chilli-based curries may be more suitable

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What to Know Before Ordering from Giggling Squid

Understanding how Thai restaurants structure meals helps you get better value and avoid over-ordering.

• Portions are often designed for individual mains but starters are ideal for sharing
• Curry dishes are typically more filling when paired with rice
• Ordering multiple small plates can increase the total cost quickly
• Some dishes like Thai Melting Beef are richer and more filling than they appear
• Menu items may vary slightly depending on location

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Is Giggling Squid Halal, Vegan, or Vegetarian Friendly?

Giggling Squid offers a good mix of dietary options, especially across vegetarian and vegan categories, though halal availability varies.

Category	Availability
Halal	Availability varies across UK locations; confirm with the branch
Vegetarian	Strong range of curries, noodles, and starters
Vegan	Several clearly marked vegan dishes available

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Alternatives to Giggling Squid

If you’re looking for similar Thai or Asian-inspired dining experiences in the UK, these are common alternatives.

• Busaba Eathai is often chosen for a similar Thai small-plates experience
• Wagamama is popular for quick, casual noodle and rice dishes
• Patara Thai is preferred for a more premium Thai dining experience

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)

General FAQ’s

1. What type of food is served?
The menu focuses on Thai cuisine, offering curries, stir-fries, noodles, rice dishes, and sharing platters.

2. Do they serve lunch and dinner?
Yes, there are separate lunch and dinner menus with lighter bites in the afternoon and larger dishes in the evening.

3. Are vegetarian options available?
Yes, many vegetarian dishes are available, including curries, noodle dishes, and stir-fried vegetables.

4. Do they have vegan dishes?
Yes, a dedicated vegan menu is offered with plant-based Thai favourites.

5. Do they provide gluten-free meals?
Yes, a gluten-free menu is available at most branches.

6. Do they serve kids’ meals?
Yes, there is a children’s menu with smaller portions of Thai classics.

7. Can I order takeaway or delivery?
Yes, takeaway is available, and delivery can be ordered through Deliveroo in many UK towns and cities.

8. Do they serve alcohol?
Yes, cocktails, wines, beers, and soft drinks are available.

9. Can I book a table online?
Yes, reservations can be made online via the official booking system.

10. What are the usual opening hours?
Most branches open for lunch service from midday and for dinner until late evening.

Pricing FAQ’s

1. How much are starters?
Starters such as spring rolls, satay, and dumplings are usually £6.00 to £8.00.

2. How much are curries?
Thai curries like green or red curry cost around £11.00 to £15.00.

3. How much are stir-fry dishes?
Stir-fries are generally £10.00 to £14.00 depending on the protein chosen.

4. How much are noodle dishes?
Noodles such as Pad Thai or Drunken Noodles cost between £10.00 and £13.00.

5. How much is jasmine rice?
A portion of jasmine rice is usually £3.00 to £4.00.

6. How much are kids’ meals?
Children’s meals cost around £6.50 to £8.50.

7. How much are sharing platters?
Sharing platters are typically £16.00 to £22.00 depending on size.

8. How much are desserts?
Desserts such as Thai-inspired puddings and ice creams cost £5.00 to £7.00.

9. How much are cocktails and drinks?
Cocktails are generally £8.00 to £10.00, while soft drinks are £2.50 to £3.50.

10. Do they offer set menus?
Yes, set menus for lunch and dinner are available, usually priced between £14.00 and £25.00 per person.