Giggling Squid - Maidstone

Giggling Squid is all about the spirit of Thai mealtimes - plentiful dishes, exotic ingredients and bold flavours to be enjoyed with your favourite people.

Located centrally in Maidstone, our Grade II listed building is in a prime position for shopping and sightseeing. Just a few minutes' walk from House of Fraser, the River Medway and picturesque Brenchley Gardens. Giggling Squid is a Thai restaurant that is all about the spirit of Thai mealtimes - plentiful dishes, exotic ingredients and bold flavours to be enjoyed with your favourite people. Lunch

07/11/2024

Happy Pad Thai Day

Celebrating Pad Thai Day – a dish that needs no introduction. Thailand’s most famous dish has its own day, and we are happy to celebrate it.

Need to get your Noodle fix? Enjoy your choice of Pad Thai plus a drink – either a Chang beer or a soft option* – for just £10 at any Giggling Squid* from midday – 6.30pm until 17th November.

05/11/2024

Warning: Staff reactions may be HOT! 🔥

We put our team to the test with our new Hot Curry, and the results? Let’s just say, some of us can handle the heat, and others…well, not so much!

Are you up for a fiery but tasty challenge?🥵 Order yours now on Deliveroo!

Find your local store via this link: https://www.gigglingsquid.com/restaurant/

Photos from Giggling Squid's post 23/10/2024

Help us choose the fan favourites! 😋

Swipe through our most popular dishes and drop your top picks in the comments.

21/10/2024

Meet Chef Wat’s Bonfire Curry – as fiery as it is flavourful with yellow and red curry pastes, bird’s eye chillies and krachai (similar to ginger) plus grapes and fresh pineapple for a sweet cooling contrast! Add prawns, chicken, slow cooked beef or veggies. Comes with rice and a Chang beer. 🌶️🌶️🌶️

18th Oct – 17th Nov. Delivery only. 🛵

15/10/2024

We’re embracing the change of season with an offer on our ultimate comfort food – the iconic Pad Thai! Enjoy your choice of Pad Thai plus a drink – either a Chang beer or a soft option* – for just £10 at any Giggling Squid from midday – 6.30pm until 17th November. 🍜🍺

Excluding Portsmouth and Cambridge

09/10/2024

Our Bangkok Bites are a game-changer!

Enjoy the crunch of Duck Spring Rolls, the juicy, chicken filled Golden Money Bags, the melt-in-your-mouth Slow-Cooked Beef, and the kick of Thai Herb Sausage.

Deliciousness on a plate! What are you biting into first?!

04/10/2024

📢 Hey, students! Need a study break?

Enjoy 20% off your Giggling Squid faves on Deliveroo – perfect for fuelling those late-night study sessions or chilling after a long day of lectures.

Hurry though, this deal is only valid until October 13th! All you need to do is create a Deliveroo account with your university email, hit pause on the books, and treat yourself without blowing the budget. 🤑

11/09/2024

Our Bangkok Bites are a game-changer!

Enjoy the crunch of Duck Spring Rolls, the richness of golden Money Bags, the melt-in-your-mouth Slow-Cooked Beef, and the kick of Thai Herb Sausage.

Deliciousness on a plate!

Photos from Giggling Squid's post 11/09/2024

Congratulations to our master mixologist Bogdan Tripon, who is a finalist in The Classic Cocktail Competition 🎉🍸. Bogdan is one of 15 elite bartenders that will be making six different classic cocktails, in their own signature style on 14th October in London.

26/08/2024

Playful plates for playful kids!

Enjoy the bank holiday with our delicious kids menu 🍽️😋

21/08/2024

Celebrate National Coconut Week with a feast🥥
Here’s some our dishes for you to Indulge in:

One Bite Salmon with Coconut Flakes
Red Curry simmered in rich coconut sauce🍛
Green Curry in silky coconut sauce
Pad Kee Mao with coconut tips🍜
Lamb Shank Massaman in a rich coconut milk base

So…what are you waiting for!

19/08/2024

Sip, Sip, Hooray!

Celebrate the sun with our limited edition cocktails. Our Hugo, Sweet Jungle Colada and Aperol Spritz are the tastiest way to beat the heat.

13/08/2024

Looking to cool down in the sun? 🍹

Sip back and relax with our new Summer cocktails, available for a limited time only.

09/08/2024

Happy Book Lover's Day! 📚

Add some spice to your meals and your bookshelf with our beautiful Giggling Squid cookbook, filled with colourful mouthwatering recipes.

Grab a copy at your local restaurant or on .

06/08/2024

Enjoy our Family Summer Saver on Deliveroo and dive into a family-friendly feast at home! ☀

Indulge in Prawn Crackers to share, 2 Starters, 2 Adult Mains, and 2 Kids Mains in the garden or the comfort of your living room, making the most of quality family time, whatever the weather.

All for just £59.95! 🏍️Order for delivery - https://ow.ly/WpTa50SRQcW

Photos from Giggling Squid's post 06/08/2024

Our Summer menu is giving you new, sizzling Thai flavours you have to try! 🌞 🍽️

The catch? It’s only here till August 31st. Don't miss out!

31/07/2024

Kick back and watch the Olympics with our delicious Thai dishes!

Order now on Deliveroo and turn your home into the ultimate sports fan zone 🏋️‍♀️

Whether you’re dining solo or feasting with friends, discover our saver bundles for 1, 2 and 4 Gigglers! 🏍️ Order for delivery - https://ow.ly/sYRt50SOkoM.

Photos from Giggling Squid - Maidstone's post 21/06/2024

Thai under the sky. ☀️

Dine al fresco this summer on one of our beautiful terraces, ideal for sipping a glass of wine or a refreshing mocktail. Delight in the freshness of a Thai Salad or indulge in the bold flavours of our signature Chilli & Basil Stir Fry.

Book here - https://ow.ly/JC3850SiVKj

14/06/2024

Attention, dancing dads! 🕺

Enjoy a complimentary Chang beer or soft drink alternative, when you dine at any Giggling Squid restaurant this Father’s Day, all you have to do is show off your best “dad dance” moves to our waiting staff!

No need to be a pro - embrace the awkwardness and embarrass the kids.

Offer available on Sunday 16th June only. See full T&Cs here - https://ow.ly/yyU150SiGKU

05/06/2024

Less than a couple of weeks until Father’s Day. 🩷

🎁 Give the gift of Thai cuisine with a Giggling Squid gift card. Available to buy in-restaurant or buy an instant e-voucher here - https://ow.ly/cQA550S9XfY

Photos from Giggling Squid - Maidstone's post 01/06/2024

This June, we're celebrating Month with a vibrant twist! 🌈

Introducing two delicious cocktail specials, bursting with colour and flavour: the Margarita Blue and the Lush Blush.

But it doesn't stop there! For every Pride cocktail sold, we'll donate £1 to , a dedicated mental health service working tirelessly to support and improve the well-being of LGBTQ+ communities.

Join us in toasting to love and equality.

Available in-restaurant only until 30th June.

22/05/2024

Get sipping this with The London Essence Company whether you’re at home or dining with us at our restaurants. 🍹

To whip up a delicious Paloma at home, you’ll need:
50ml El Sueño Tequila Gold
25ml grapefruit juice
12.5ml lime juice
15ml maple syrup / honey / agave
50ml London Essence Pink Grapefruit Soda

Read the full recipe here - https://ow.ly/qnoW50RRspA

13/05/2024

It’s ! 🖍

We are on the hunt for 'Squidlet Critics' to come into one of our restaurants and put our all-new kids' menu through its paces.

Our research shows that the nation's kids are opting for more exotic flavours, with half of kids choosing a spring roll for the perfect snack. We value the next generation's opinion on our menus – what do they like and want to tweak?

To apply on behalf of your little one, all you have to do is share 100 words or less on why they would make the perfect Squidlet Critic, along with the location you are in and send it to [email protected].

We can't wait to hear from you!

T&Cs: The tasting session will be held at a fixed restaurant location w/c 27 May, exact to be decided depending on the highest number of participants who can do a certain date. By entering the competition, entrants agree to be photographed for marketing purposes.

Photos from Giggling Squid - Maidstone's post 09/05/2024

What does your go-to Giggling Squid starter say about you?

Scroll to find out. 👀

03/05/2024

A sweet delight for dessert lovers. 🍰

Our Pandan Tres Leches is an ultra light sponge cake soaked in a sweet milk mixture and topped with whipped cream flavoured with Pandan leaf - giving it a hint of vanilla and coconut.

Photos from Giggling Squid - Maidstone's post 12/04/2024

Experience the famous Giggling Squid Sticky Chicken hype including our new vegan-friendly option!

🌶️ Loaded Sticky Chicken: Our famous dish loaded with veggies and extra chilli and Thai spice.

🌱 Sticky No Chicken: A vegan twist on our iconic dish, featuring a delicious vegan chicken substitute.

Satisfy your cravings with our mouthwatering new Sticky “Chicken” Editions, available exclusively on Deliveroo

🏍️ Order here - https://deliveroo.co.uk/brands/giggling-squid

Photos from Giggling Squid - Maidstone's post 27/03/2024

Hop into Giggling Squid this Easter weekend for a memorable family feast. 🐰

Indulge in our authentic Thai cuisine, including delicious options from our kids' menu, perfect for little ones.

Book your table now - www.gigglingsquid.com/restaurant/

10/03/2024

Happy Mother's Day! 🩷

We can't wait to give all mums the celebration they deserve today at Giggling Squid.

Photos from Giggling Squid - Maidstone's post 06/03/2024

If you didn't already know - we have a cookbook! 📕🍳

With 77 unique recipes inspired by Thai legends and the founder's childhood memories, this book is a must-have for any foodie.

Pick up your copy at your local Giggling Squid, or order on Deliveroo and click and collect for a special Mother’s Day price of £19.99.

Photos from Giggling Squid - Maidstone's post 21/02/2024

Have you tried our White Chocolate & Matcha Cheesecake?

This creamy and dreamy treat features a layer of smooth and rich matcha-infused cream perched atop a crumbly and sweet biscuit base.

09/02/2024

Add some spice to Valentine's Day! 🌶

Our romantic atmosphere, delicious food, and exceptional service will make for a memorable date night: www.gigglingsquid.com

Photos from Giggling Squid - Maidstone's post 19/01/2024

New year, new dishes.

Book your table now at your local Giggling Squid to enjoy these delish new dishes and escape the cold! See menu - https://ow.ly/AcPI50Qsyih

Photos from Giggling Squid - Maidstone's post 05/01/2024

Will you be VEGiggling with us this ? 🌱

We've got squid in our name, that's true - but we are still committed to providing loads of plant-based options. Our vegan dishes are bursting with vibrant colours, exciting textures and an incredible depth of flavour.

Order your vegan faves in-restaurant or straight to your door - https://ow.ly/zkpG50Qo76n

Photos from Giggling Squid - Maidstone's post 29/12/2023

Swap the leftover turkey for a tasty Thai feast and add some colour to dinner time! 🌈 Order for Home - https://ow.ly/Utro50QmBAp

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19/12/2023

Still haven’t started your Christmas shopping? We’ve got you covered. 🎄

Give the gift of giggles this Squidmas!

Our gift cards are available online as instant e-vouchers or buy one at your local Giggling Squid.

🎁Buy here - https://ow.ly/qc9I50Qkig9

Photos from Giggling Squid - Maidstone's post 08/12/2023

It's time to deck the DMs with some festive cheer. 🎄

This , send a loved one a Giggling Squid e-card to spread the love - because nothing quite says 'Merry Christmas' quite like a virtual greeting from your favourite Thai restaurant.

03/12/2023

Just some of our favourite dishes bundled for your convenience! 🍜

Enjoy our Giggling Bundles available for squids dining solo or for you and your best Giggler on Deliveroo

🛵Order for home - https://ow.ly/eaZA50QeouO

Photos from Giggling Squid - Maidstone's post 01/12/2023

Calling all festive feasters! 🎄

Our Festive Set Menu is now being served. Enjoy 2 courses for £32.99 or 3 courses for £38.99, available for dine-in unitl Dec 31st.

Book your table here: https://ow.ly/FiIR50QaOC5

24/11/2023

We’re taking on Black Friday in true Giggling style - with our Floral Friday gift card sale! 🌸

From TODAY until 28th November, our £50 Floral Friday gift card and e-voucher will be on sale for £40. That’s a saving of £10 (quick maths).

Buy here: https://shorturl.at/hpzOX

Full T&Cs here: https://ow.ly/bFNN50QaOxM

Photos from Giggling Squid - Maidstone's post 18/11/2023

Book a date with us this weekend. 🧡

Whether you're cuffing or coupling up, we have the perfect ambience for a night to remember and curry to help turn up the heat. 🌶

Book now - https://ow.ly/jnQs50Q8T5z

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Attention, dancing dads! 🕺Enjoy a complimentary Chang beer or soft drink alternative, when you dine at any Giggling Squi...
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Add some spice to Valentine's Day! 🌶Our romantic atmosphere, delicious food, and exceptional service will make for a mem...
Just some of our favourite dishes bundled for your convenience! 🍜Enjoy our Giggling Bundles available for squids dining ...
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31-33 Earl Street
Maidstone
ME141PL

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 10pm
Tuesday 12pm - 10pm
Wednesday 12pm - 10pm
Thursday 12pm - 10pm
Friday 12pm - 10:30pm
Saturday 12pm - 10:30pm
Sunday 12pm - 9:30pm

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