Unfortunately they changed the menu and a few of our breakfast favorites have disappeared. The new items don't seem to be as good as the old ones they replaced. Used to always eat here (or order take out) for special occasions (holidays, birthdays, Father's Day, a Mother's Day, etc). Haven't been back since the menu change. read more

The new menu is awesome! My two favorites are the Pork Hash Loco Moco and the Beef Shakshuka. Great atmosphere and vibes! Try it yourself, you won't be disappointed! read more

Basalt - Pork Hash Loco Moco, Beef Shakshuka, and a sample desert. - New American Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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We made a reservation, but one wasn't needed as there were plenty of open tables and staff members working. The food was good, but not great. The macadamia nut crust would have been better on a piece of chicken. The food was really only three stars, but an extra star for service. While we were in the restaurant there was a medical emergency that required emergency services be called. The restaurant staff were helping those guests while also serving other guests and keeping the situation calm. read more

Basalt - New American Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Excellent central location in Waikiki in the Duke's Lane market and eatery. Very modern setting in a deli market and burger setting with indoor and outdoor dining. Friendly service by the whole team, and exceptional breakfast. In fact, the best quality and tasting breakfast I have had in Oahu. Well done! read more

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The service and food were fantastic! I had the mushroom risotto, we also had the seafood curry and the ahi steak. The star dish of the night was the butter fish. Thank you to our amazing server Kian and the manager who made our evening so special and memorable for our family... My kids even said the chicken tenders were the best they've had :) read more

Not sure I understand all the positive hype, however our server Amber carried the day. Dropped in here for two 10 oz Prime Ribs and four beverages. A 10-ounce size Prime Rib rings up at $36...I mention the cost because from my photo I would estimate 6 of those ounces were 100% fat. I realize prime rib has a fat cap (Prime Rib Eye) but not normally to this extreme, this left about 6-7 bites. Vegetables were significantly undercooked, but the potatoes were on point. Drinks were solid (Mai Tai and Kim Crawford). Nice vibe on the patio. Bottom line: 2 Mai Thais, a wine and beer - with modest prime rib cuts, tax and tip, just over $150. Many better options in HNL at that price point. read more

Basalt - Refreshing $17 Mai Thai. - New American Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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A very nice experience at this restaurant. Sean was our server and he was awesome! He was attentive, knowledgeable of the menu and friendly. Dinh also made sure the table the cleared and pristine for the next course and that I always had something to drink. I also appreciate that. Great teamwork, A plus service. The bread was unique like a charcoal pandesal (Filipino bread roll) I enjoyed it with butter. The food was over the top delicious. I ordered the following.. Appetizer- Crispy Quinoa Shrimp Toasted quinoa, lemon caper aioli Entree- Macadamia Nut Crusted Fish Fresh pier 38 catch of the day, macadamia nut panko crust, white rice, vegetable medley, tomato caper relish I highly recommend this place. Service was outstanding, food was delicious and flavorful. Kudos to the chef! I'll definitely be back again to try other menu items. read more

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Happy hour last call is at 3:45 bar seating only even though it says happy hour until 5. Not noted anywhere on the website.

Pretty good in taste n reasonable in prices for Waikiki Will go back again Ambience is good Tourisy but ok Sat at the bar Service was attentive read more

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Don't let it's location fool you. Defintely give it a try. Prime rib was DELISH! I was even able to get an end cut. Service is fantastic! read more

The food is always good and there are interesting things to get. The Basalt happy hour is a great deal and their breakfast is worth knowing about. The bar is nice and the outside seating on the lanai is well designed and comfortable. While all the servers are friendly and efficient, Mikah at the bar is like a friend every time I see him - even if a year goes by between visits. Basalt is a comfortable spot and I always look forward to visiting read more

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Great menu with a lot of unique touches! The service is as outstanding and the food was amazing! Loved the swordfish and the watermelon salad. Highly recommend!! read more

We tried their brunch menu on a Sunday morning and it was a lovely experience. The restaurant sit in the first floor and feels a little tucked in the back of a food hall/convenience store. It's chilled vibe helped us relax and start off the day right. The server was quite attentive and helpful but still allow us some peace to eat and catch up with our friends. We tried their lox Benedict and charcoal short stack with bacon. Our friends also tried the pork belly fried rice and prime rib hash. They are all very good and delicious. One thing we like to point out on the charcoal pancake is that although it tasted fine, the texture is quite grainy maybe from the charcoal powder. Overall a nice brunch spot in Waikiki. read more

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(Last visited December 5, 2022.) On vacation in Hawaii for a couple of weeks and hanging out in Waikiki for the first week! So my wife did her Yelp due-diligence and found this place! At the time it had over 1,300 reviews with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5! I mmmeeeaaannn, that MUST mean this place is off the chain! So here's how things went at Basalt! Atmosphere/Appearance: This place is located in downtown Waikiki in the touristy district of course. No private parking or anything like that, but it's Hawaii and downtown, what did you expect? Lol. Inside Duke's Lane Market Eatery is this beautifully modern and upscale restaurant. There's high ceilings, stainless steel everywhere, you can see right into the huge kitchen, there's a bar right smack-dab in the middle of the place where the bar rail wraps all the way around it. I loved the open concept and use of contemporary touches. It wasn't too loud inside, but we actually sat outside, duh, it's Hawaii and it was actually louder out there due to the energy of the city. Service: I can't remember who took care of us, but we had no issues whatsoever. Chef Gary even stopped by a couple of times to check on us and it's always a pleasure when the man over the stove takes time out of his day to come talk to customers. Food: First up was the Bourbon & Blues cocktail! In it is whatever bourbon you'd like (which could really switch up the flavors), muddled blueberry, lemon juice, ginger cinnamon simple syrup and garnished with an orange peel. It was pretty tasty and gave me holiday vibes due to the cinnamon. There was a bite of some kind on the back end, definitely sweet and the bourbon certainly made an appearance. It was a bit on the sweeter side for me, but still a well-crafted cocktail. The complimentary bread for the table was one of the most interesting varieties I've ever seen. It was jet black and represented actual basalt, which is the volcanic rock that is leftover after an eruption. Pretty cool. The roll was soft and served with a whipped butter. It didn't taste anything like what it looks. Lol. The butter could use some salt, but it was all good. Next up were the duck empanadas which is one of the dishes this place is well-known for. Inside is duck, aged goat cheese, brandied cherries, pickled avocado and served with an avocado lime crema. These absolutely BLEW ME AWAY. The exterior was crispy and flakey, yet soft and tender. I was left speechless. The duck was so succulent, tender and seasoned so well. The crema worked with it so well and I'd made a whole meal out of these had I not wanted to try other things. Lol. Next up were the Adobo Chicken Wings, what I was most excited for! Usually Adobo is a dry seasoning, but here they've made a freaking glaze out of it! It's a soy-vinegar glaze with a garlic chili dipping sauce. They're a regular size, sticky, temperature hot and CRAZY tender. The meat just fell off the bone and even the bones separated from themselves. Lol. It's a sweet-salty glaze that's just full of flavor, but a bit hard to describe. The garlic-chili dipping sauce was an excellent balance too. Next up is the Charred Tako (octopus)! I wouldn't order this usually, but babe really likes this stuff, so I had to give it a shot! This is a beautifully presented plate with some potatoes and some crazy sauces I can't really spell. Lol. The sauce was super smokey, the octopus was a bit chewy and tender, but it's just not really my thing. However, I loved the char on the exterior. Next up were the Togarashi Wings! These are a dry rub with a crispy, fluffy skin. It's also served with the same garlic chili dipping sauce. These were salty, spicy and just a well-blended flavor profile. If I had to describe it... the flavors sort of danced all over your mouth touching different parts. It was fascinating. I did enjoy these more than the other flavor. Last, but not least was the basque-style cheesecake. It's cooked at a very high temperature which caramelizes the top layer of sugar. It was creamy, moist and didn't need any sauce! Though, being a New Yorker, nothing beats a good New York style cheesecake with a fruit compote! Value: This place isn't cheap. If you've read this far, you know wings, octopus and stuff like that just isn't cheap. It's not fine-dining cheap, but it's definitely the upper edge of mid-range for sure. In conclusion, I loved this place and I DEFINITELY look forward to checking it out again whenever I can make it back to this part of the world! Thank you for reading! read more

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We were there about a month ago, celebrating our 18th wedding anniversary, my husband found this amazing restaurant the food was absolutely delicious, the baby ribs out of this world so tender and full of flavor.. This was the only restaurant that they took the time to congratulate us I believe Jose is the name of the manager absolutely amazing human being. He took the time and talked to us, also Matt take good care of us, I had never received this kind of treatment before absolutely amazing they truly made us feel welcome. The next time we come back to Hawaii we will definitely stop by. Keep up the great service and the amazing food. read more

Basalt - Baby ribs - New American Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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We had such a good experience here. We sat at the bar for some drinks and apps and the food was so good we ended up splitting an entree as well. Service at the bar was fantastic. Very reasonably priced for the Waikiki area. I highly recommend the beef carpaccio-- it had an Asian flair that made it so delicious and interesting. We also had the panzanella salad and prime rib which were also yummy. read more

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Not a fan of venturing into Waikiki but Basalt's anniversary deals were too good to pass up! After talking to wait staff, it seems like they be maintaining the discount price for the foreseeable future, in doing so, add this to your list for date night deals! Where else can you find a 3 course price fixe for just $50 and a prime rib for $32?? We also added the pork belly bao buns and the scallop dynamite for appetizers because they sounded just too good. The bao buns were melt in your mouth and the little drops of sriracha was perfect. The scallop dynamite was great, balanced and paired well with the won ton chips. I specifically requested a prime rib that didn't have too much fat and the staff really came through. Honestly, the ideal cut for me and I couldn't have been happier! The desserts were nice, nothing unique to just them but were really good nonetheless, and presentation was beautiful. Service was impeccable tho, always refilling water and checking in, and they were so kind to wrap our leftovers for us as well. Would love to dine here again and see what else there is to order! read more

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This place is located inside a market and easy to miss. I missed it on my last visit. The steak dinner special was awesome! Service was excellent. read more

Basalt - New American Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Basalt is a moderately upscale restaurant dining experience with a nice but basic interior and outdoor seating area. Ideal if you're looking for something a bit nicer but with a reasonably priced menu. Would recommend the Charcoal Buttermilk Pancakes, it comes with a delicious guava-strawberry sauce and topped with whipped cream and mixed berries. The Loco Moco was also good, and I appreciate the effort that went into the presentation, however I feel that other restaurants offer a better version with more meat, rice, and gravy. But overall I feel this place still deserves 5-stars because everything was cooked perfectly, service was excellent, and the menu prices are very reasonable for Waikiki. read more

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I was here a few years back for dinner and recall it being delicious. I came here today for lunch and had the ahí tofu salad and was blown away. A nice portion of ahí and dressing is on the side to add to your liking. The tofu has a beautiful flavor and texture that was unbelievable (it's the entire bottom of the bowl). The greens mixed with other vegetables rounded it out. I'd eat this every day. read more

This hidden gem inside a "market" absolutely impressed us! We came for brunch and left with a new favorite spot. Kayla gave us a warm welcome and seated us quickly, and Candace, our waitress, was kind, attentive, and made the experience even better. The ambiance is charming and inviting, perfect for a relaxing brunch. We ordered the fish and chips with Hawaiian coffee, and the breakfast biscuit (no mayo) with guava lemonade. The fish and chips were cooked just right, not soggy at all, with perfectly crisp fries. The star of the meal, though, was the breakfast biscuit. Buttery, flaky, and bursting with flavor, it completely blew me away. Overall, Basalt is now a must-visit brunch spot for us whenever we're back. Highly recommend! read more

Basalt - Fish and chips - New American Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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So it would've been 5 stars but certain things killed the experience. 1. Beautiful spot 2. Short wait and roomy 3. Awesome drink list 4. Awesome appetizers 5. Nice menu n has kids menu Pros The vietnamese bruschetta was amazing!!!! I wish I only had that. Id be happy. The wine was good I got the matua pinot noise Kids menu n the chicken tenders were made right Staff were nice Cons The ciopinno was good and the shrimp and lobster really brought out the flavors. But this is also what leads to my 3. The foccaccia bread with it was grilled to where some parts were black. The bitterness of the charred parts tended to hijack the taste of the broth and foccaccia. They were nice enough to bring another without me asking for it which still had charred parts but not as much which allowed the flavors of the foccaccia and broth to take center stage. While they did bring bread the original answer to me when I simply just wanted to let them know incase they didnt was that "its grilled". No shit. Ive had grilled foccacia and its different from charred. I truly hope they really consider my review because the cioppino is simply average when it truly has potential for greatness. The coconut mac nut mousse was good except for the crust which was grainy and really hard. However I do need to go again. Im addicted to the vietnamese bruscetta and regret its not the last taste I have before bed. I must have more tomorrow and will be full of regrets till I am able to drive down again for more. Please never get rid of that dish. The clams can go but not the bruschetta. read more

Outstanding dinner and experience here. Our server, Gayle, was terrific. Knew the menu and made good recommendations. The Manager, Lee, also supported her and accommodated our wine requests. They were a great team. The Panzanella salad was spot on. Burrata, arugula, homemade bread croutons in balsamic. Crab cakes were yummy and the prime rib was tasty and cooked just right as were the vegetables. Mashed potatoes melted in our mouths. By the way, one of the best Mai Tais. 1944 original spin. Sweet/tart balanced. We'll be back! read more

Great service from Candace, fantastic rib-eye, amazing prime rib, yummy drinks. Celiac safe!

We came here for brunch, this was my first time here so I didn't know what to expect. We ordered mimosas and white wine, and our waitress was really amazing. I totally forgot her name but she was great! Just as I was finishing my drink she was already back at the table ready to refill my drink which was amazing! I got the Tapsilog, and the charcoal Pancakes for the table. Tapsilog was surprisingly good! I was hesitant on ordering it as I wasn't sure how good they'll be able to make this staple Filipino bfast dish but they hit it right on the nose. The eggplant that they added was a great addition. the charcoal pancakes was pretty good as well and not too sweet. Overall this place had a modern style and very close for the hotels in the Waikiki area. Definitely will be coming back. read more

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Good service and delicious food. Convenient location, very walkable. Great ambiance.

Great spot for a quick bite. We came for brunch. We loved, loved, loved the avocado toast. It tastes as good as it looks. Our server was helpful and with our many food allergies was able to get us what we needed. Too bad it's our last day here otherwise we would have loved to come back again. read more

Basalt - Avocado toast - New American Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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We went to Basalt for Valentine's Day. They had a specific prix-fixe menu. We thought it was reasonably priced and have never tried it so it was the perfect time to go! It's located in Waikiki within Duke's Marketplace. The parking is complimentary at Hyatt Centric which is great since parking is usually difficult in Waikiki. The restaurant is located in the back of the market which is a little odd. But the place itself, the service, and the food were great so we loved it! read more

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Was looking for a place for a family dinner that would be acceptable for the parents and found Basalt! Made a resy just in case bc a lot of places get busy in this area of Waikiki. Micah was our server and was great with his recommendations! Didn't get to take any photos but the food was so good! We ordered the crispy quinoa shrimp for apps. Texture was delightful and I really liked the aioli sauce. Our table ended up getting the prix fixe as well as the macadamia crusted fish and pork belly carbonara. I got a little tired of the carbonara after a while but it was still yummy. Their basque cheesecake was also delish! This place was 10/10 approved by my parents Overall a lot of their menu items appealed to us and was very good. Basalt is a great place for dinner! Micah also suggested to come back for brunch too. Given that their dinner was great, I can only imagine the brunch! The restaurant is located inside Duke's place but the restaurant area was very open and they even had outdoor seating. Parking is validated here too for the nearby garage!! read more

Came for HH 12/7/2024 after a long day at Pearl Harbor ceremonies. Delish burger, steak tacos and HH drinks for a very nice price. Great vibe and excellent server! Came back the next day because.... Good food, location and service isn't EVER this affordable in Waikiki. Staff deserve more stars!! Very attentive and positive vibes. read more

Basalt - Bar burger $9 on HH and delish! Steak tacos $9 on HH and yummy! - New American Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

all of the above!!! food? so ono and always perfectly prepared.... sevice a+....and the restraunt itself!!! cozy, spacious, very welcoming.. ..... feel like relaxing and enjoying some great food and cocktails!! please stop by dukes lane waikiki and enjoy all of the best, at basalt. you can book ahead on " open table" for a special table for 2 or more...the entire crew here delivers 100% customer service......mahalo read more

About a 1-1.5: Basalt seems to be popular breakfast/brunch spot, but they also have a lunch, dinner, and a HH menu. We came here for breakfast, and their menu offers various breakfast plaste, eggs benedicts, and sides. They also have a little 'Basalt' stamp next to their signature dishes. We ordered: +the Charcoal Buttermilk Pancakes - with guava-strawberry sauce, whipped cream, and mixed fresh berries +Loco Moco - wagyu beef patty with bacon fried rice, mushroom gravy, and a sunny-side up Waialua eggs +the Avocado Garden Toast - a country-styled sourdough bread with Ho Farms cherry tomatoes, radish, Mari's Garden microgreens, and pumpkin seeds; one could also add either smoked salmon or a poached Waialua fresh egg For beverages, I opted for their Guava and their Passion Fruit lemonades. Unfortunately, both the food and the service was less than mediocre - everything looked and tasted artificial, and it was just really difficult in trying to continue eating the items. Service was unbelievably slow, and there was no sense in urgency in terms of checking in, making sure things are attended to/refilled, and getting the check. I feel like there are better eateries out there, and this seemed more of a hyped touristy spot. +artificial colors/flavors +slow service read more

Have been here multiple times in the past few years and their food always hits the spot! The Loco Moco and Charcoal Guava Pancakes are fam favorites and the Acocado Toast is beautifully presented as well. read more

Basalt - Loco Moco, Oatmeal, Avocado Roast, Charcoal Guava Pancakes - New American Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

The food was great! We went for breakfast and were sat pretty quickly. We didn't try much dishes so it is bit difficult to give a full review. We were checked on throughout our meal. The plates were a good portion, I left satisfied. The pork belly plate gave huge pieces. Will definitely go again to try other dishes! read more

Basalt - Loco moco and pork belly plates - New American Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I'm becoming a fanboy of this place, but really, Basalt has fast become one of my favorite restaurants on island! My family and I returned here a little while ago, including my girlfriend's dad, my mom, my brother, his fiance, and my sister. It was the Filipino week, so they had a special prix fixe menu with Filipino recipe-based food set for two. My girlfriend and I, as well as my mom and sister, ordered a set of that, while the others ordered some individual menu items. Unfortunately, I waited too long to write this review and am not good with the names of Filipino dishes (I know, shame on me for being the Filipino one in this couple!), but I can tell you, everything was amazing! The chicken was perfectly cooked and moist throughout. The flavors were fantastic, even without the dipping sauce, but that citrus shoyu dipping sauce was a beautiful compliment to the chicken and the garlic rice. The ceviche like dish was wonderful as an appetizer, and the salad with the crispy pork skin strips was such a joy to eat with all the tastes and textures working in harmony to tease the palate. And the Filipino dessert trio was phenomenal! My mom and sister got to theirs first, and my mom, who very much prefers traditional preparations to Filipino dishes, only nitpicked that the rice cake part was a bit cold and stiff, but the waiter (Kian again! Which was a joy, and impressive because he remembered my gf and I) was gracious enough to bring it back to the kitchen, have them warm it some, and my mom loved it after that! Really, compliments to the chef and his kitchen team! All the food was great, and all of us were more than satisfied with the meal. And again, I just want to recognize the serving staff as well. That night was significantly busier than our first visit, and we had a party 3x the size of our first visit, but the servers and bussers were very attentive, kind, and friendly. I can't say enough, I've been thoroughly impressed twice now. I'm going to have to go for the trifecta! Hahaha, but really, I still have to try their miso black cod. Kian's description was so appealing that, had I not already pre-decided I wanted the steak during our first visit, and had our second visit not coincided with a limited menu, I'd have already tried it. But if anything, it's reason to come back again, and I look forward to making that third visit... and the fourth... and the fifth.... read more

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Stopped by this place here when we couldn't find the other restaurant I had in mind. It's tucked away in a grocery store and had no wait for lunch, so I really wasn't expecting too much here. It turned out to be a really solid spot for a couple of beers and lunch. My husband got the big breakfast platter and I went with loco moco. It seemed small but was super filling because it was packed with thick sauce, beef patty and eggs. Plus it came with side of your choice of bread and I was definitely stuffed by the end! The food was really good and service was relatively fast read more

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Came for brunch. Coffee was the best we've had during our week vacation, and the veggie breakfast platter was amazing. So flavorful, with perfectly cooked veggies and eggs, and a very generous helping of hummus. Husband also enjoyed his charcoal pancakes. read more

Basalt - New American Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Brunch? Lunch? Dinner? I had their brunch which was AMAZJNG. The service is on point, it felt casual, yet fancy with a tourist-y vibe. Food was eggs-ellent (haha not so funny really lol), personally my favorite was the poach eggs cooked to perfection. The bacon was crispy and the English muffin was a bit dry with burnt edges (personally I like that cause it gives it that nice charred texture). Avocado toast (I know its literally the most basic dish of any brunch place but it) is just perfection. Well seasoned, topped with a flower as garnish (I think I ate it lol). Whatever the leaves are were sour but the presentation really so good. Lastly, y'all better buckle up for their signature charcoal buttermilk pancakes. At first, thought it'll taste like a charred pancake honestly. But gosh I was wrong. Those pancakes were MASSIVE. Not talking like the ones they serve at McDonald's (I love their pancakes still ). We talking about an entire stack of fluffy, giant and mildly sweet pancakes with (I think is very sweet) guava-strawberry sauce and charcoal wipes creams. Their presentation is amazing and the service throughout the meal was very pleasant to be around. All the staffs were very friendly, professional and helpful. Thank you to all! Food was amazing, brunch was great overall!! read more

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Basalt seems to be finding it's way when it comes to dinner. From reading the Yelp reviews, they seem to specialize in breakfast and brunch. The dinner prices have fluctuated for dinner, and seem to have settled on a moderately priced dinner as an alternative to the pricier fine dining restaurants in Waikiki. The location is tucked at the back of Duke's lane in the Hyatt Centric building , next door to the International Marketplace. You can park at the Hyatt and get restaurant validation. I believe the parking is free with validation. We ordered the pork bao and scallop dynamite as app, and they were both good. The entrees were not as great. The miso pork carbonara was OK, but very heavy. It needs a bit of citrus or something to cut the oil. My husband ordered the special, and it was good, but a little salty. They have an interesting concept with the charcoal rolls that are served complimentary with the meal. They're a pretty color, but the charcoal does have a slight grit to it. The service was actually the best part of the restaurant. The manager stopped by the table and our server was attentive and pleasant. They do also have a kids menu - basic items like buttered noodles and grilled cheese for about $10. I'd like to come back for breakfast because I feel like that's the specialty for Basalt, but we probably won't be back for dinner. read more

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I've literally never left a Yelp review before, but I made an account just to write this because what we witnessed was so uncomfortable and honestly kind of disgusting. Up until that point we were having a great time. The food was really good, drinks were good, and the staff was super friendly. No issues at all. Then we saw our server get publicly scolded by who she later told us (almost in tears, poor girl) was the new manager.. This guy wasn't just having a conversation, he followed her around as she was working and he was kind of raising his voice. At one point he yelled something like, "If you want to play, I can play!" in a really scary way? which felt completely inappropriate and honestly shocking to hear in a restaurant. It wasn't a quick side conversation either, it was loud enough that other tables were clearly noticing. When she came back to us she looked shaken and embarrassed. She had been great all night and didn't deserve to be talked to like that, especially in front of customers. It totally changed the vibe of our night. I just really hope someone higher up sees this and addresses it, because no employee should be treated like that. And I hope that girl knows she does not deserve to be spoken to like that. read more