Basil - Thai Restaurant & Bar

Our visit to Basil was quite the culinary journey. Beyond the usual offerings found at any other Thai restaurants around, this place serves dishes that break the mold. The Green Curry Roti-Taco was great, and the Larb Gai was an explosion of flavors - the perfect balance of sweet and salty. The classic Tom Kha with chicken, while good, felt like it missed a subtle note. Cheun Yaw and grilled corn were average, nothing too memorable. On the cocktail front, the Sake Leche presented an unusual yet intriguing flavor, while the Berry Tequila was a hit, brimming with deliciousness. Overall, Basil offers authentic Thai at a reasonable price, accompanied by a noteworthy drink list. I'll definitely be returning, with that Larb Gai and Berry Tequila on my mind.

An exceptional Thai dining experience in San Francisco! This restaurant offers the convenience of reservations, ensuring prompt seating upon arrival. While metered street parking might be challenging during peak hours, visiting during the evening proved hassle-free, with complimentary parking available. Upon entering, the restaurant had a few vacant tables, yet the ambiance remained vibrant and inviting. Our meal consisted of the following dishes: Pad Se-Ew - A personal favorite, the Pad Se-Ew here was truly outstanding! Bursting with flavor, it struck the perfect balance without being overly salty. I opted for pork, but any protein would pair well with this classic dish. Gaeng Gari - A must-have for me at any Thai eatery, their yellow curry was utterly delectable! Served with half a chicken, some bones may be present, so exercise caution while savoring the dish. I wholeheartedly recommend this establishment and eagerly anticipate my return!

literally nothing better on the planet than good thai food, and this was GREAT thai food!! the pad thai was everything you could ever want or need or hope for, and i would absolutely recommend it. they also have tons of incredible and unique cocktails, including the thai-phoon which was a spiked thai tea. i loved it here! the vibe inside is so cute, the service was fast, and the food was truly incredible and delicious. highly recommend!

Just go. Food: I’m not sure what they do to the spring rolls, but they are without a doubt the best spring rolls I’ve tasted. Crunchy, sweet and savory. Untraditionally served with lettuce, sprigs of mint and cilantro, and a delicious sauce I couldn’t help drizzling on the corn cakes. The greens and the vegetables cooked perfectly and not overdone. I recommend the Thai-phoon, a Thai iced tea cocktail with coconut milk that doesn’t taste very alcoholic. Service: Decent. Space: Trendy and spacious. The outside patio is unheated. The restaurant was only 20% full at 7:30, but filled out to about 50% by 8:30 pm.

The food was good and the Covid restrictions that were set felt reassuring. My only minor wish was that there would be a little more portion servings on the plate. I just felt like the plate was bigger than the actual size of the serving. The amount of shrimp was fine maybe a little more noodles would be my only suggestion. Overall it's a nice place to visit when in the city.

The amount of the food is really good in releation with price. We ordered 4 plates and drinks and it was less than 85 dlls. Thai tea is delicious. The duck was so great. The restaurant is quiet and the menu offers plenty options. Is near from civic center (SF). Our only suggestion is about service, we think they were focus in Serving instead of attending the tables. Basil is a fancy and clean place to eat with affordable prices.