Malayan Orchid Restaurant

Only getting to this now, but overheard some nasty conversation between manager and young female employee a while back. I was out with family and as a teenager myself I was quite disgusted to hear someone being spoken to like that in the workforce. Will not be returning nor should anyone - don’t support child abuse in the workforce: (

Great food, service and atmosphere as marked. Extensive menu so will keep going back until try it all. Then we can start over.
Only complaint. Not open Christmas Eve or New Years eve.

Have been before and the food was delicious. However, this time the service was atrocious. We booked for 2 at 6pm and advised we were going to a show at 7: 30. When we arrived, the waitress couldn't find our booking but then it appeared after much back and forth. By 6: 30 no one had asked for our order so we waved down a waitress and we were told she could 'only' take drinks and will get someone else. We waited and waited and then finally ordered at 6: 40. The waiter asked if we had a 'time' we needed to leave, we said 7: 10 due to the show, he said no problem. At 7 still no food so we waved down a waitress who said she'll check. One main arrived at 7: 05. The second at 7: 10. We scoffed our food so fast and asked for takeaway containers. The waiter disappeared for ages and then came back with one small container for two people! We basically packed our food, wrapped our roti in the napkin and made a dash. I went to pay and the cashier looked grumpy, no smile and no apology for the long wait even though I mentioned it. Lots of confused and unhappy people waiting for takeaway. A gentleman outside saw me dash out and said he was seething. Absolutely no apologies from any of the staff.

The food was nothing short of Devine. If in Bendigo, don't miss this place, you'll just be depriving yourself of an outstanding meal

We had an awesome time here! The food was amazing and the staff were really lovely. 100% recommend for a brilliant night. Ask for Haka to suggest the cocktails!

Food was slow coming out, staff were terrific. But a bit below previous dining experience.

Excellent food and service as usual. Must go again, Tammy is an awesome host and has a very friendly team of people.

We went in to get take away but decided to dine in, the Staff accomadated us extremely well, the food was delicious as usual top off with extremely polite and helpful service from all the staff.

10/10 the food was very nice and we had a waiter, we failed to remember his name, he got our food ready extra fast because we were late to a film. The food was nice and the tea was good too, overall very nice I recommend!

Went with a large group and we had the banquet, which for $38 was good value. The food was delicious and there was enough for everyone. Service was pretty good and the staff were friendly. Was quite crowded though and parking not always close.

A real gem, beautiful food. Unexpected joy, ask for description of the food. The mah lard chicken was awesome.

Stopped here for a meal Nov 22. The service was excellent and the meal was incredible. Highly recommend

Ordered 3 different dishes, couldn’t fault any of them. Service was great. Our server, Sammy, was absolutely amazing. Highly recommend

Beautiful food, lovely service and excellent Victorian wines. The adobo and eggplant were standouts!

We love this restaurant.the meals, and banquets for 4+ people are wonderful. However, we tried the two person tapas and were quite disappointed. To be clear, we love the restaurant and would encourage people to have a meal here - but, we would suggest that if you are unable to order a banquet, you order off the menu and avoid the tapas which we found disappointing.
Our tapas included two different egg dishes, some vegetable courses, duck shanks, chicken skins, a prawn each and rice.

Excellent selection of food & drinks. Smooth service with a smile. Reasonable wait time. Easy vibe in a relaxed atmosphere.

Not a Baby friendly place to Dine. We were told not to bring prams and no change facilities. Food servings are also quiet small.

Top shelf dining; flavours to die for. Generous portions. Fabulous wine list. Friendly & competent staff. Highly recommended.

Thank you Tammie and crew for a fabulous meal tonight. We were travelling through from interstate and had no idea what to expect but we were so impressed by the food and service. We’ll see you in October when we return to Bendigo.

I have been here many times over the last 25 years, and the meals never disappoint?
Always a good idea to book ahead.