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    Basil Thai

    4.3 (111 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    The menu shows promise, but if you're considering the Ginger Fish, think twice. The dish features Orange Roughy--an Australian white fish known for its delicate texture--but Basil Thai envelopes it in a thick, orange-flavored batter more reminiscent of an Orange Chicken glaze. The coating triples the perceived portion size, yet overwhelms the fish entirely. What should be a light, flaky fillet instead presents as a bland, gelatinous protein relying solely on sugar and starch for character. On the brighter side, the Pad See Ew was excellent--balanced wok heat, solid seasoning, and well-executed noodles. However, the beef option was notably under-portioned, perhaps three ounces at best. For context, that's well under a basic quarter-pound burger, yet priced north of twenty dollars. In short, Basil Thai demonstrates commendable flavor profiles and generous chicken portions, but consistency remains an issue. Skip the Ginger Fish, temper expectations for beef dishes, and you'll likely enjoy the rest of the menu.

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    1 year ago

    Quick to serve and delicious! In downtown old La Quinta. Traditional Thai. Excellent restaurant

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    1 year ago

    Delicious!! Had the Tofu Bun and plain fried rice. Small but nicely decorated. Clean with friendly staff. Highly recommend

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    1 year ago

    Went back and the fish dish that I loved so much was so greasy I couldn't eat all of it. The portion that I did eat made my stomach upset.

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    9 months ago

    Excellent food! Highly recommend - great service too! If you head to WA check this place out!

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    1 year ago

    This place was great! The food was delicious, and the service was super quick and friendly. We will definitely come back!

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    Good food, we got the chicken satay, chicken yellow curry and Tom yum. Nice interior too. I wish there were more servers though.

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    1 year ago

    Food was good. Beef Massaman curry was my favorite. I will be back. Beers cold and service was nice. A little slow on the check...

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    2 years ago

    Good food. But no delivery. Odd.. so I really can't use. Hope they get uber eats soon

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    2 years ago

    This Thai restaurant is the best! Everything is fresh and delish! I highly recommend this restaurant, very good food and nice atmosphere.

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