Located at TMU where Yonge St meets Elm Street, east side of Yonge. It shares its space with TasteT House (a local bbt spot). Usually when I visit on weekdays either around lunch hours of 1-3 or after work 5-8, there's only 1 person ahead of me. Basil Box has a special place in my heart. I've been visiting several of their locations since they first started out in Toronto. It's one of my go-to spots when I need something that feels like healthier fast food. Most of my orders turned out to be terrible combinations full of regret that were totally my fault. For one order, I asked them to cover my BYOB in Thai Chilis, not realizing how spicy it was, and spent the whole meal crying inside their store while their staff looked on. During my most recent visit, I was lucky and realized maybe Peanut Sauce is the key to the BYOB. I got their Tofu curry walk in daily special for ~$11. It was so good, I was really surprised. The portion was enough to stretch to a 2nd meal. Although weirdly the rice hardened so I ended up throwing those leftovers away...:( Their Thai iced tea is OK. I feel every other BBT spot makes it better. Theirs is a bit watery. I tried their new satay fries. It's just fries seasoned with some satay seasoning powder (if you add on an egg to your dish, know you're literally getting a sunny side up egg with that powder on top). I thought it was too salty, and had to drown it out with other food items. They have a partnership with Wong's ice cream so I definitely recommend trying those pints out. Lots of different seating, good if you're alone or with friends. It's also relatively quiet; you could probably get away with studying or working remotely here. read more

Basil Box - Tofu curry covered in peanut sauce - Vietnamese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Wow wow!!!! I got this tofu basil box, with the Panang curry, and the topping were so fresh! The rice was nice sticky brown rice, and the whole thing just came together so well! I also asked for a spoonful of the peanut sauce which just made it taste just a bit better I think! This location always is super friendly and the ingredients have always been fresh, I've been coming here for months. Their portions are also exactly what you would expect them to be. I can't wait to come back and try a different combination of sauces! read more

Basil Box - Tofu box - Vietnamese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Food was one big clump of tasteless noodles. Ordered shrimp pad Thai medium spice And chicken Pad Thai no spice. Completely reversed order Paid $35 for a meal we couldn't even eat. Guy serving us was really nice tho. read more

Basil Box - Shrimp pad Thai - Vietnamese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

This is an Asian wok fry concept. Had rice noodles with lemongrass corn, lemongrass chicken, tamarind sauce & carrots. It was pretty tasty. read more

Basil Box - Vietnamese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Very quick and was pleasantly surprised. I think it was a tad expensive for what it was, but overall I enjoyed it for a quick lunch.

I generally enjoy the bowls. Noticed they were offering some noodle soup options and decided to give those a try. Really small portions. They use really small shrimps for their tom yum soup. Felt more like a $10 appetizer that didn't fill you up. Might work if you're a really light eater, but would recommend just getting a regular bowl and then spreading it across two meals or something. read more

Basil Box - Noodle soup bowl about the size of a drink - Vietnamese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I love basil box may not be your thing if you want large portions. Great as a light meal that leaves you feeling healthy and energized. I always get steak, one of the curry sauces, pickled veggies, variations of the other toppings, and the mango ginger ale soda. read more

Basil Box - Vietnamese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

After watching the pride parade we popped in to grab a quick bite. The interior was quite large, open and had plenty of seating. The concept is that you choose the base (rice/noodles), then the toppings, protein and sauce. The items all are tasty and can be made vegan and gluten free. Unfortunately it was not hot (temperature). I ordered the rice noodles with sweet potato, edamame, tofu, sweet chili sauce, pickled veggies, pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds and cilantro. Hubby found it bland but I thought it was spicy. If it had been warmer, it would have been more enjoyable. Great view from the window counter to watch the tail end of the parade. Staff were friendly. There were washrooms inside but I did not use them so I can't comment. read more

Mmm basil box...so good, so filling, so....healthy? (Well it can be depending on what you get). Immediately upon walking in you see the take-out style kitchen where veggies and meats are being prepared in the back and a plethora of cooked foods are ready for you to choose. The restaurant ambience is great - very contemporary and clean. You start with your base with choices like salad, rice (jasmine or brown), or noodles. Then you choose your veggies (choose 2), protein (tofu, chicken, or beef), sauce (varying levels of spice), and finally toppings (like crushed peanuts, shallots, peppercorn etc). Opted for a noodle tofu bowl with Penang curry (the spiciest sauce which in my opinion wasn't too bad - though I did need to buy a water). It was so delicious. And very generous serving sizes. I was amazed at how fresh and healthy the food was. Despite being filling it felt light and easy on the stomach. And I love the options for vegetarians! I suppose it's more on the pricey side for a lunch spot, but you may have leftovers for dinner/lunch the next day. I'll definitely be back though just maybe not as often as I'd like. Still deserves 5 stars imo. read more

Basil Box - Tofu basil box with noodles - Vietnamese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

This food was so fresh! We loved our food. Great service too. Ordered tofu pad thai and vegan Curry tofu. Both I would eat again in a heartbeat. read more

Basil Box - Menu - Vietnamese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Well, I wouldn't have thought my 600th review would be of a chain restaurant, but that's just how the cookie crumbles. I honestly had no intention of ever checking out Basil Box, mostly because my only previous experience with a build-your-own-box joint was pretty disappointing (I'm looking in your direction, Mad Radish). But someone else offered to pay and I'm not one to turn down a free meal. We arrived around lunchtime on a Saturday and the joint was pretty empty. We were served immediately, and after a bit of perusing the easy-to-decipher menu, I decided to fill my bowl with: Chilled Rice Noodles, Sautéed Peppers, Roasted Onions & Peas, Satay Steak, Penang Curry, Fresh Herbs, and Fresh Thai Chilies. It's pretty darn tasty, that's for sure. The various ingredients all work surprisingly well together and the dish is impressively spicy thanks to the Curry and Chilies. (I honestly was expecting something super bland, and bland this was definitely not.) My only complaint would be the noodles. They're fine, but the only utensil offered is a fork; my inability to twirl the noodles meant that I was struggling with virtually every bite. Next time around, I'd definitely get one of the rice options. And at about $12, it's a really good value. I walked away surprisingly full and satisfied. read more

I would give this place a 4.5 star if I could. It's almost perfect! We ordered via ritual and got 50% of our item which was great. Otherwise the portion size is way too small for the full price. We thoroughly enjoyed the lemongrass chicken box and the hot chili that you can get for free as an add-on is one of the best we've eaten. Pretty hot I must caution. Other than that, you can taste and smell the yummy flavor of lemongrass which is oh so delightful. We will be on the lookout again for a half off coupon to get some great food from this location. Also the service is very nice. The ladies behind the counter are very courteous and let us add the extra hot hot chili sauce! The ambiance is pretty nice, bright and welcoming but we did a takeaway and enjoyed the food from the comfort of our home. read more

The first thing I notice are that the servers are very responsive when you walk in, knowing that people seem to always be in a hurry in the area. The good thing is there's an option between getting your order quickly to leave, or eating in, unlike a lot of other takeout shops that are super tiny. I was taken aback by how modern the design was. Ceiling to floor windows. Very clean. I got so comfortable here to the point of spending around 2.5 hours eating then digesting and lounging around. There were high chairs near the front, couches closer to the wall, and carseats closer to the back. It reminds me of an upscale cafeteria with an assembly line where your box can be made, similar to Chipotle in concept, Freshii in nature of the ingredients with a Thai & Viet twist. The box I built had Base: chilled rice noodles Veggies (2): lemongrass corn, sauteed peppers Protein (1): lemongrass chicken Sauce: tangy tamarind sauce Toppings (unlimited): pickled veggies,crispy shallots, roasted sesame seeds, fresh herbs, sriracha spice pumpkin seeds, fresh thai chilies (I almost died from the spiciness omg..) I was really happy with my creation! I loved the taste of the sesame seeds and the sesame oil in the noodles with the rest of the components in the box. I wish the taste of the lemongrass was a little more prominent but it still was really good! Be prepared to spend over $10 though. It seems like a hefty price for one meal, but if I wasn't keen on finishing it up because it was so delicious, it would've been smarter for me to split it into 2 meals. I really like the mango gingerale and mango coconut rice parfait! After having some time to sit down, I felt really energized from the hearty wholesome meal, but my tongue took awhile to settle down (I don't think I'll challenge myself to chillies anymore). However it was a cold day, and I think the chilies healed me from a possible cold! Knowing that there wasn't any guarantee, I did bloat just a little bit after the meal (the inflamed kind of bloating from a peanut allergy), but had no stomach ache. If you have a more severe allergy to peanuts, I don't think it's worth the risk, since a lot of the items contain it! I kind of want to come back despite my allergy because it's really worth it for the taste (like when you're lactose intolerant but still eat icecream). I love healthy foods like these and the options are so unique! read more

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My husband and I had dinner here recently and overall it was pretty good. Staff were super nice and greeted us right away. They asked if we had been there before and we said no, so they explained how things worked. Basically, you choose a base, a protein, 2 vegetables, unlimited toppings and a sauce. The price depends on which protein you choose. I got salad as my base, five-spice beef as my protein, bell peppers and sweet potatoes as my vegetables and for my toppings I got pickled carrots and daikon, Sriracha-spiced pumpkin seeds, fried shallots, and crushed peanuts. I got the tamarind sauce on the side. My bowl was $9.49. I really enjoyed my meal. The ingredients were fresh and blended together well. I'm glad I got the dressing on side, otherwise it would have been way too wet and soggy. I used less than a fourth of what they gave me. The sauces are really watery, but somehow full of flavour! My husband got brown rice, spicy shrimp, bell peppers, lemongrass corn and same toppings as me, minus the shallots. He got the sweet chili heat sauce. His bowl was also $9.49. He liked his meal, but felt it was too spicy, since both his protein and sauce were spicy. We shared a passion fruit lychee soda $3.75. I felt this was overpriced. It didn't have a strong passion fruit or lychee flavour to it. It's made with syrup (I saw them make it). The place is big with a lot of seating. It's very clean as well. Overall, the food was excellent and service was nice. Basil Box is a good option for a quick, inexpensive yet healthy option. read more

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Got the shrimp pad thai for lunch as I work from home & I liked it. Good quick option for work lunches or whenever you want a filling meal that's healthy and quick! read more

Basil Box - Vietnamese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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I love these healthy customizable 'fast' food joints. Basil box is no exception! I made a lemongrass chicken box with a salad base. The vegetable ingredients are crisp and fresh, while the lemongrass chicken was well-seasoned. The Penang curry sauce is deliciously flavourful with some heat. read more

Basil Box - Lemongrass chicken on a salad base with a Penang curry sauce (4.5/5) - Vietnamese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

An interesting concept that is tailored to the area. A very well lit, modern space devoted to a "healthy" take on Vietnamese food. You choose either rice or noodles then the protien, the veg and the sauce. I got the shrimp with noddle, edame and sweet potato and medium spice Pros: Edame and Shrimp were quite good and the sauce packed a punch Cons: sweet potato was a bit odd tasting. So we could get into a whole debate about authenticity , especially when there is a Ginger Vietnamese place literally next door, but that misses the point, Basil Box is perfectly fine If you want Faux-Pho. Haha. Couldn't resist, I don't think they offer Pho. Bottom line, it's not really Vietnamese, it's not really Healthy but it's pretty tasty. read more

Basil Box - The take out bag - Vietnamese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Basil Box offers fresh, healthy, and delicious VietThai meal that is completely customized to your own pallet. The entire menu is gluten-free and the container is made in a sugarcane fibre material, in which is compostable!!! I always go for the lemongrass corn, sweet potatoes, sweet chili lime sauce, and pickled veggies. read more

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A simple concept that is being rehashed by plenty of restaurants in different cuisine themes and topping options. You choose from a base (rice, salad, noodles), add veggies, add protein and add sauce. At the end, you should have a customized box of something to mix and eat. My recent meal here was okay i guess? I had the shrimp box with brown rice and my own personal mix of toppings and sauces. I found it bland even though I choose toppings with flavor and texture. Maybe because it wasn't cold enough to be a crisp salad-type thing but not warm enough to be a hot meal. Kinda meh. Also, even though I got brown rice as a base, my box was only half full and it wasn't filling enough for a lunch meal. I still prefer Salus Fresh Foods up the street for the same type of food, although Basil Box has better seating and a bigger brighter space. read more

The portion size was good, and ordering was easy. I ordered Satay steak. I am grateful that the employee offered some chicken because there wasn't enough steak left. I was satisfied with the taste of the food. The restaurant is neat and clean. I would go back. read more

A build-your-own type of restaurant. A choice between noodles or rice for the base, with other choices for protein, toppings, seasoning, and sauce. I recommend the peanut sauce for a mild option. The sweet chili sauce is great for those that want a kick but don't want to be too spicy. There is only one size at roughly $12 a box, which is a little bit over priced for me, but the portion is surprisingly very filling despite it's size. It's a nice place to sit and catch up with friends as it is a seat-yourself restaurant. read more

Basil Box - Vietnamese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Taste good. A nice healthier fast food option. I got half chicken half beef with peanut sauce. The beef and chicken tasted it wasn't too Chewy was just right the peanut sauce however I thought could have been stronger didn't taste it that much read more

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What to do when insomnia sets in? Write yelp reviews lol. So i went to Basil Box a few hours ago after securing coupons for a free drink and meal. This is a Thai restaurant. How it works is that you line up to order your food as if you are back in a high school cafeteria. You are then asked to pick your carb first, so i chose pasta. Next comes the veggies. I went for corn and peppers since i was allowed to pick two. Then protein. My friends went for shrimps but i opted for steak instead. The steak was more akin to dices of beef. 2nd last step is to select your sauce. In this case, they encouraged me to be creative by mixing chilli lime sauce with peanut sauce. Finally you choose toppings for your dish. I told them to sprinkle a bit of everything on my pasta. To be honest i was apprehensive about this quirky dish that i created what with 2 different sauces mixed together, but i have to say it wasn't bad. The steak should really just be called beef. It was a bit spicy and flavourful. I liked the nuts and mixes that were thrown into the pasta. The food was ok. I also ordered mango ginger ale soda and boy! That was a great refreshing summer drink! My friends ordered Thai iced tea and all said it was too sweet. And that was my friday night food experience. That's all folks! read more

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Basil Box should be a common site in cities, it's the perfect place to grab a quick, decent priced lunch or dinner, and have it be something healthy at the same time. This was my second trip to Basil Box since its opening a few years back and I couldn't be happier with my second trip. This location is right downtown and only minutes from Dundas Square/Eaton Centre. The seating here is plentiful and the staff is always super friendly and helpful. The menu here is basically a "pick what you want" type deal and I decided to get a rice bowl with chicken, corn, onion, peanuts, and some sauce that as usual, I forgot. Either way, every aspect of my bowl was delicious and it was even big enough to last me a meal and a half. Overall, Basil Box is a fantastic lunch spot that everyone in the downtown region should try, you won't regret it! read more

Basil Box - Dig in! - Vietnamese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

This place is great if you're looking for a tasty meal that's quick, wholesome, good for you, and filling. Pricing is fair for the portion size and ingredients - especially if you consider the place's prime location and roomy interior to sit down to eat if you choose to dine in. Really nice place - clean, comfortable, and spacious. You don't feel like youre being crammed into a sardine can, trying to wolf down your meal as fast as you can and gtfo like some places downtown. Food wise, it is super tasty! The ingredients are fresh and there's tons of options of what toppings/how to build your box. I had the chilled rice noodles, and you can tell they are fresh, because despite being chilled, they are still soft and moist - not hard and dry/sticky like ones that have been left out for too long. Overall I was very satisfied with my meal and the restaurant! Quick, easy and delicious. Would definitely come back again. read more

Basil Box - Steak + chilled noodles. Delish! - Vietnamese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Basil box is definitely one of the healthier asian food take away options in the city and its sooo tasty! You build your own stir fry so you know exactly what's going into your meal. I ordered brown rice for the base, sweet potatoes and bell peppers as the vegetables, half shrimp and chicken for protein, poured over the Penang curry sauce (which might i add, is HOT HOT HOT), and finished it off with countless toppings. The flavours and large portion size is definitely worth more than the $9.95 price tag. The only thing I didn't really like was that the rice was a bit dry, but overall, it's definitely a place to check out! read more

Basil Box - Brown rice, peppers and sweet potato, half chicken and shrimp, Penang curry sauce, and all the toppings! - Vietnamese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I had an alright experience here, but I felt it was a bit on the pricey side for the portions they give. We came around 12:10pm on a weekday. Although the lines weren't long, it was hard to find seating despite its large space. I got a chilled rice noodle base with sweet potatoes, peppers, lemongrass chicken, sweet chilli lime sauce, pickled veggies (very good!), shallots, sesame seeds, peanuts, and thai chillies (quite spicy lol). While I enjoyed the atmosphere and vibe of the establishment, quick service, and light meal, nothing in particular stood out for me for the price they charge. read more

Basil Box - Vietnamese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Great place to enjoy a quick lunch. Similar to Chipotle, you can pick and choose ingredients that go into your bowl. First, you choose white rice, brown rice, salad, or noodles. Then you choose 2 veggies, your choice of protein, sauces, and toppings. Tips: 1. Ask for extra noodles, rice, salad, or combination. 2. Ask for half and half of two meats 3. Add multiple sauces If you love Chipotle, you will love Basil Box. The only differences I see are that their flavours are more Asian inspired, price is $0.50 more, and quantity is a tiny bit less. read more

Basil Box - Packed with flavour, this speedy lunch will keep you full without making you sleepy. - Vietnamese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I am fully aware that this is a fast food restaurant, but I'm not ashamed to say that I'm obsessed with this place. While in town for TIFF, I always stop in here (twice during the last trip, as a matter of fact) for a quick meal to shovel into my face while waiting on line for a movie. On my most recent visits, I ordered bowls with spring greens as a base, peppers, edamame, sweet potatoes and tofu. I tried 2 different sauces- the classic peanut (excellent) and sweet chili lime, which although it was only 1 flame, nearly set my face on fire. It sure was tasty though! I chose pickled veggies, herbs and sriracha pumpkin seeds as toppings, and those were a really nice touch. The herbs really elevated it to the next level for me. All of the ingredients (although I can't personally speak for the meats) are high quality and gluten free so unlike most Asian restaurants, I don't have to worry about soy sauce hiding in everything. It's been busy the times that I've stopped in, but the employees are friendly but also efficient, so the line has moved quickly. It's a little bit pricey, but the quality and quantity make it worth it in my opinion. Now who do I have to contact to get a location near me??!! read more

Basil Box - Mixed greens with sweet potatoes, edamame, peppers and tofu, topped with sweet chili lime sauce, pickled veggies, herbs and peanuts. - Vietnamese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I visited this location yesterday and had a really good experience. When we arrived I asked the lady which drink she recommended I order and she suggested the mango passion fruit. Being the rebel that I am (just kidding) I opted for the lychee drink since I love lychee fruit. It was good but I have a theory the mango one would have been sweeter. Next time I visit basil box I'll try the mango beverage. I didn't order anything since I was with a friend who wasn't hungry but the food smelled amazing. I'll have to go back and order a meal in or to-go when I'm in the area next. :-). The prices were really reasonable as well read more

September 25th, disappointed with the portion. I order the same thing: half chilled noodles + half greens, lemongrass corn and edamame, half Tofu + half shrimp and then all toppings except cilantro and the other green with Penang curry and peanut sauce. Food was tasty but the portion was significantly less (see picture). read more

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I love this basil box. (I love all basil boxes in general but this one in particular). I just love meals that each person can customize to their own liking. This place is huuuuuge and it's perfect to double up as a workspace. In fact, you'll find me here quite a bit working on yelp marketing stuff! ;) Feel free to pop in and say hi. Ordering here is super easy - 1) choose your carb (I like the rice noodles) but you can get rice or spring mix as well 2) choose 2 veggies (I love the sweet potatoes and corn.. omnomnom) 3) choose your protein (vegans love their tofu, yasssss) 4) toppings (GO CRAY CRAY! Love the nuts and seeds and all that of the sort ..but avoid the chili pepper.. as a spice lover, I literally almost lost my tongue to this catastrophe) 5) drink? They're okay.. not my favourite but they are pretty good. Unique tasting italian soda-esque dranks and that thai iced tea that only uses half and half cream :'( wish they had coconut cream or something This place is set up so aesthetically and has plugs errwhere so it's not difficult to find a workspot. One more thing.. it's literally right beside ryerson so there are many students here ....... may be annoying a bit during lunch rush or dinner rush. I don't mind it too much though since I always have my earphones. and WOOO 400TH REVIEW! Of course it goes out to this babe. read more

Nothing fancy but quick, healthy and delicious! You order at the counter and ensemble your choices from side as carbohydrate: rice, noodle or a mix green salad, add protein from chicken, or beef , or shrimp then choose two type of veggies and choose sauce and top sprinkles. I loved what I had, it was very light and healthy depend on what you order and hungry for I guess. Its quick, clean, easy and fresh. read more

Possibly the best fast food experience of my life. I was greeted upon entering a bright and spacious space with comfy seating - a great first impression! As I approached the counter, my host graciously explained the process and helped me build a delicious box. They provided suggestions, but let me do my thing. You pick your base, protein, veggies and toppings and sauce. There are just right number of choices: Enough to be able to change it up, but not so many as to overwhelm. The hosts were kind and seemed genuinely happy to be there, which is a nice change for a fast food joint. The food was fresh and healthy, and the portion was huge. I'm over 6ft and could barely finish my bowl. I'd love to see a regular and large option to reduce waste. All said and done, I'm very happy to have stumbled into this new place. If you're in the area then you should definitely give it a go! The only thing that bothered me was that they only had a garbage. Add a compost and recycling and I'll definitely be back here! read more

Basil Box - Big and spacious area with lots of natural light! - Vietnamese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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This was my first time trying Basil Box and I can firmly state that there will be plentiful more time that I will be visiting! I love the overall airy feeling and atmosphere of the restaurant (lots of natural light seeping in) and it's conveniently located right underneath the Student Learning Centre, where I normally go to study. I really like how friendly and nice the staff were, everyone greeted me with a great big smile. I love how the rice and noodles were gluten free. So I was feeling noodles that day, for the base I ordered the chilled rice noodles, charred sweet potatoes + roasted green beans for my veggies (and goodness they were so delicious), coconut curry tofu as my protein, penang curry as the sauce (not as spicy as expected/stated) and garnished with pickled veggies and roasted sesame seeds. I devoured the entire bowl. I also ordered a Thai Iced tea, which also tasted delicious. Food items were relatively fair in comparison to other neighbouring Thai Restaurants. 10/10 will go here to eat again. read more

Basil Box - Tofu, Penang sauce and Jasmine noodles, super delicious combination - Vietnamese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

You will find a mix between Thai and Vietnamese cuisine that was inspired by the exciting street markets of South East Asia. At Basil Box, they provide fresh ingredients where you can mix and match them to create your own special meal. The interior design is very trendy with modern furnishings, giving a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere for diners. During the day you will see this store filled with light from the large windows throughout the place. The concept of Basil Box is straight forward, quick and easy with a whole variety of different options to create the perfect meal. The servers are there to help you explain any questions you may have about the ingredients. They also have specialty sides to go with your meal such as Mango Salad, Summer Rolls, Sweet Mango Rice Parfait, and many more. I put together a box that included Chilled Rice Noodles, Charred Sweet Potatoes, Sauteed Peppers, Five-spice Steak, a mix of Tangy Tamarind & Classic Peanut Sauce, topped with Pickled Carrots & Daikon Radish, Crushed Peanuts, and Cilantro & Basil. The meal was very light and refreshing, and I especially liked how all the flavours blended well together. My favourite drink was their Passion Fruit Lychee Soda that is made with pure cane sugar and is GMO free! You can taste both flavours and the sweetness was right on - not too much or not too little. If you're looking for a fresh and healthy meal with delicious South East Asian flavours, definitely check out Basil Box! read more

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It's basically a Thai/Vietnamese version of Chipotle. You pick what goes into your bowl - proteins, greens, toppings, dressing, etc. and you pay according to exactly what you pick. In terms of size, a bowl is enough for lunch I'd say, but to be honest, it got fairly boring near the of the meal. So, I'm not sure if this would suffice for a full dinner meal. The flavours don't work that well together and I found my lunch very salty, maybe due to how much dressing they had added in. It's worth trying once for the novelty, but otherwise, for the price and actual food quality and taste, I'd go elsewhere. read more

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Wow! I just had to give an updated review for multiple reasons: 1. After my first review, Pete had replied to my message so soon after. I like the care he shows towards the business and customers. 2. My boyfriend had ordered from the Basil Box and couldn't finish his food. So he offered it to me. From what I saw, he got jasmine rice with peppers, corn, steak, tamarind sauce and loads of fun toppings. I was amazed by how well seasoned the steak was, how flavourful the entire bowl was. And hurray, the portions size definitely did a big upgrade. 3. To make sure it wasn't a fluke, I got myself a meal. Today I decided to try jasmine rice with peppers, corn, coconut curry tofu, penang curry (just a warning if you can't eat spicy, it's got a nice medium spicy kick so might wanna avoid that), and the fun top your box stuff. Again, full of flavour and great portions. 4. The people here are very very friendly and enthusiastic to serve you. It's really rare to see all staff come up to approach with such positive manner and be really genuine about it. 5. Got the Thai iced tea again. It's bomb. I should really try the other drinks because they sound really great and unique :) Voila! Basil Box you get 5/5 :D read more

The perfect location for Ryerson students, Basil Box is a great place to grab a bite to eat. I also love how quick they are. I walked in one time and being the only person in line, I was in and out in under 5 minutes. The people who work there are not only efficient, but really friendly as well. For the food, I wish there were more veggie options for step 2 since the only one I'm a fan of is the charred sweet potatoes. The others (corn, edamame, peppers) are just meh. For the protein option, I've tried all of them and they're all really good. You can even mix half-and-half if you want to try different types - just ask the server! I usually go for the steak, but found that sometimes it can be super chewy or hard. In terms of the sauce, sweet chili lime and penang curry are my favourite, both offering a bit of a kick. I always ask for extra sauce which really ramps up the flavour. Before eating, I always give the box a good shake in order to mix up the sauce (otherwise, it'll just sit on top and won't reach the bottom). For drinks, they offer some really awesome ones. My favourites are the thai iced tea and mango ginger ale soda. They're so refreshing and sometimes I stop by just to grab a drink before heading to class. Overall, Basil Box may not be the cheapest option in the area, but it's certainly one worth trying. I found the amount of food you get is fair for price they charge since I usually can't finish the box in one sitting. read more

Basil Box - Two boxes with brown rice and noodles. I also picked up some macarons as a snack. - Vietnamese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Gluten-free and vegetarian options! My girlfriend and I stumbled upon this place (Thanks Google Maps!) while we were in Toronto. The server asked if it was our first time here and we said yes. She gave us a little history and explained how to order. You start with a base (brown rice, salad, etc) or you can do half/half. Then you choose your entree and toppings. Nice variety to choose from. Pretty simple. Food was great! Chicken was tasty. The place itself was very spacious with lots of seating available. Would recommend to anyone in the Toronto area looking to grab a quick bite! read more

Basil Box - Vietnamese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario