Lumpini Thai Restaurant (Dunstable) — Restaurant in England

Unfortunately this was not a good food experience. The service was pleasant enough but the food was more akin to over cooked Chinese. The peanut satay was very watery. Much of the food overly oily or smothered in too much sauce. And I came here as it was recommended to me by several people. It had just opened at 17.30 and the speed of the delivery of the food suggested a lack of attentiveness in the cooking. Vegetable fried rice didn't taste fresh on the day more like a rehash of food from the day before. I was looking forward to vegetable dumplings as invariably Thai tends to offer only meat or fish dumplings these were again gooey and lacking in distinctive taste. Sometimes a restaurant only needs one stand out item to bring people in, the vegetable dumpling could be it, but not here. Maybe I was unlucky but too much was too bland and uninspiring to want...

Visited here with a group prior to attending the Grove Theatre for a show. Staff were aware we were on a quick exit so made sure our food orders were prepared and delivered in super fast time, without us feeling we were being rushed. We had vegan diners in our group and the staff were able to alter the menus to accommodate their requirements. The food was spectacular and well proportioned. Word of caution: Asking for spicy will leave your mouth without much sensation after the meal .. a quick ice cream afterwards soon sorted the problem. In terms of value, for eight people, mixed shared starters, each having a main and two drinks (alcoholic) each, the bill came to £20 a head including a £12 tip for the fantastic service. Will defiantly do a return visit, especially if we are heading to the...

We went to Lumpini'son a recommendation from a local, and they were right to recommend it. It's not posh, and perhaps looks a little tired, but we had a warm welcome, excellent service and fantastic food. Mixed starter was lovely, everything was crispy and tasty, and it was served with a selection of dipping sauces that included the best peanut sauce I've ever had. The duck red curry was warming and creamy with beautifully tender duck. The drunken noodles were tasty and filling, all the other dishes were great too. We finished with banana fritters and lychees which were both good and alongside a Bailey's coffee made the perfect end to our meal. Special mention to our waiter whose jokes...