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The Old Siam

1 -3 Side, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 3JE, England
0191 261 5590
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Cuisines: Thai
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Reservations, Delivery, After-hours
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Restaurant details
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Reservations, Delivery, After-hours
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91% Recommend
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Greenford, United Kingdom
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17 reviews 17 reviews
12 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013 NEW via mobile

Ate there one evening and have to say I wasn't impressed. The main tasted like a supermarket dish and the sticky rice was one solid glutinous lump ! When I complained the staff just shrugged their shoulders and walked away. They begrudgingly took the rice off the bill & muttered under their breath when I refused to leave a tip!... More

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Newcastle upon Tyne
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10 reviews 10 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

On the out side this eaterie seems very small... I was just downstairs but people seemed to stream in and out all the time. We wandered in late at night but we still received first class service from the staff and top notch food. I can't give five stars for the food because I've experienced divine Thai food in the... More

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Gosforth, England, United Kingdom
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12 reviews 12 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

We dined here early last Friday evening and had a really nice vegetarian meal. The service was excellent and the waiting staff very attentive. To dine later I would recommend booking as they were getting busy as we left.

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See 2 more reviews by Lynne T for Newcastle upon Tyne
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW via mobile

My first time writing on trip advisor. I simply had to share my terrible experience at the old siam with other old and new custumers. I have been to the place before and I enjoyed it. This time I expected a similar experience, but even though the food was alright, service was rude and very unpleasant. Could hav been a... More

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Norge
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

The hostess at the Old Siam found an opening for us even on a busy Saturday evening. The food was very tasty, combined with a very friendly staff and situated in a crowded street - the last-evening-dinner in Newcastle was something to remember! Will come back for sure next time my wife and I'm in town, but then I'll remember... More

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Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
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15 reviews 15 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

I went here for my 21st birthday meal with family (no pressure!) after reading fantastic reviews. As expected it was small but the 8 of us fitted in to our table just fine with some strategic people placement. We ordered banquets totalling 8 people's worth which was more than enough food and I would perhaps order slightly less person-for-person next... More

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Newcastle Upon Tyne
2 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

I visited here with 5 friends but the restaurant seems too small for big group so it took time for waitresses arrange table for us. But worth of waiting, the food really good, we had 6 people but ordered 2 banquets (for 2), that's all enough and good value at all. My favourite is Thai green curry and here is... More

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Newcastle, United Kingdom
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15 reviews 15 reviews
10 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

We had high expectations of this place esp as we love Thai food and after all the amazing reviews here. Service was very good, but that is the only positive feedback I can come up with. I'm very surprised that no one has commented on the table mats! I got totally put off on seeing old food debris stuck within... More

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Staines, England
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46 reviews 46 reviews
23 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

We were working in Newcastle and a group of us went to Old Siam for dinner and had the most delicious food. Subtly spiced, freshly cooked dishes with amazing flavours. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed their meals. The wine was of very good quality and very reasonably priced. Service was excellent. We'll definitely be coming back.

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Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
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27 reviews 27 reviews
21 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013 via mobile

Consistently wonderful food and good service. My only worry is that more people will discover it as it's not always easy to get a table!

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