I shjt you not this is the best Thai spot in NorCal. The second is Krung Thai in Santa Clara. This place is insanely good. Insane. Don't list to the other reviews, they do not know real flavor the way I do! This review has been in my drafts for who knows how long but I'll tell you now this is still my #1 Thai spot. 7 years running!!!!!!!!! THE BOMB DOT COM!!!!! I will ask them to cater my wedding lol read more

Pad se ew had so much oil but so little flavor! Quite peculiar... Price was moderate as well as portions. read more

Thai Basil Cuisine - Chicken pad se ew - Thai Near Me - Berkeley, California

I like to use pad Thai as my personal litmus test for Thai restaurants. It usually helps me decide whether I want to order more or come back another time. The pad Thai here was very different from what I expected. It leaned overly sweet and sour, almost as if ketchup was used instead of tamarind, which tasted a bit strange to me. It didn't have the more balanced, authentic pad Thai flavor I usually look for, so unfortunately, I probably wouldn't come back. read more

Thai Basil Cuisine - Pad Thai - Thai Near Me - Berkeley, California

I had heard some amazing things about Thai Basil. There are so many amazing options here that it makes it hard to decide where to go, but I'm so glad we came here. My friend and I came around noon on a Sunday and it wasn't crazy busy, but things did pick up 20 minutes after we ordered so it looked like we beat the lunch rush! We both got the mango sticky rice, and I got the pepper garlic prawns. Not only did the food come out super fast, but it tasted amazing! Really flavorful and with large portions. Worth the money for sure. It's a smaller dining area inside but plenty of seating. There is also additional seating outside as well. It can get busy during the lunch rush, but that's to be expected. read more

Thai Basil Cuisine - 61. Mango and Sticky Rice - Thai Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Ambiance is basically a dinning hall experience, not much a restaurant. Food was prepared quickly, and it was self served to pick up from the counter. Panang curry was not creamy and lacked the signature coconut flavor. read more

Thai Basil Cuisine - chicken 12. Sauteed Mixed Vegetables Chicken - Thai Near Me - Berkeley, California

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still a solid spot in the asian ghetto in Berkeley. They got automated service tabs for quick and easy ordering. I got the thai see ew and the eggplant stirfry and everything was so good. The kitchen made everything fresh and it hit the spot for a decent price. read more

Terrible customer service. First of all my girlfriend and I ordered separately, they got quite mad at us because THEY mixed the numbers up. Secondly they had somebody sitting outside the kitchen door while we were eating and watching the football game that wouldn't take his eyes off of us for the entirety of our meal. We spent $80 dollars for some mid ass food and that's how they act towards customers. Don't come here, save your money, these people are super rude. read more

you get a discount for paying with cash at the register but you can also order it on the kiosk and pay with card. there's seating inside and the food was yum! the workers are nice and provide everything you need. it was $38 for two people's meals + drinks which was affordable for berkeley in my opinion. if im in the area ill be back! read more

Thai Basil Cuisine - 21. Pad Thai Chicken & Prawns - Thai Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Food is good here. Service was optional counter or kiosk. Ambience was kitchen and folks conversation. Want something different? Try them. read more

Thai Basil Cuisine - Front menu - Thai Near Me - Berkeley, California

Food was good but service was horrible I asked for two boxes since my friend didn't finish her food (mind you we got charged a to-go fee despite eating in) so I thought it wouldn't be a problem. The old lady with the black hair and glasses at the counter seriously scoffed at me and rolled her eyes so I asked what was wrong and she said she normally charges for boxes. I offered to pay for them and she rolled her eyes and waved me off telling me to just take them. As a customer that tipped and got charged for to-go after dining in, and STILL offering to pay for additional boxes, I'm super taken aback. I regret not slamming two dollars on to that counter so that she can learn not to treat their own customers like shit Edit: just read the other reviews and they also mention a super rude lady who yells at the workers AND the paying customers and is all around rude. Places like this do not deserve business read more

I have been looking for the best pad see ew and it is here! Rice noodles are cooked perfectly with generous amount of chicken, and sweet egg. The place is no fuss and filled with college students. In Berkeley Asian ghetto with nostalgic college vibes. read more

Thai Basil Cuisine - 22. Pad See Ew Chicken Noodle - Thai Near Me - Berkeley, California

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I will not exaggerate here at all; The absolute BEST Thai food I've ever had and it's not close. The Pad-See-Yu with no bean sprouts is genuinely unforgettable. Such a sweet lady working at the front, amazing quick service, incredible food. Trust me get the Pad-See-Yu it is otherworldly, I've had other dishes and they are just as great. read more

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I tried out Thai Basil Cuisine on a whim since i was craving Thai food. The restaurant was hidden away a bit in a mini Plaza off the main street. I ordered the Pad Kee Mao with chicken. I found that the chicken was kinda dry, and found that the flavor of the noodles was a bit lacking, and left a bit of a burnt aftertaste as well. Overall, I was a bit dissapointed in the Pad Kee Mao. read more

Thai Basil Cuisine - 23. Pad Kee Mow Chicken Noodle - Thai Near Me - Berkeley, California

Honestly, this was a pretty mid Thai place. The ambiance and service was good, but the food itself was basic. I wouldn't object to coming here again, but with so many eateries in Berkeley, I'm choosing other options. read more

Pros: the food is pretty good and portions are great. Location is good. Cons: the service is terrible and the lady at the front has no regard for hygiene and is quite rude. She handed me a fork on top of my receipt (which has BPA) so I asked for a new one and she almost refused to give me one. The interior is pretty cramped as well. read more

The best Thai food I've ever had. Anytime you order Thai food to go and there is aluminum to hold the rice or the noodles, please know that it will be bad. I always get the chicken or tofu fried rice and pad see ew. Great. They really put their blood, sweat, and tears into their food. That's how you know it's good. It's a small place. Their service is efficient. read more

I got the pad see ew, and it was good, though chicken was a bit overcooked. My low rating is because they only offer plastic containers, even if you eat in. I explicitly asked for no plastic because we planned to eat in, and the lady said yes and then gave us plastic containers in plastic bags with plastic forks and disposable chopsticks. Furthermore, they won't let you dispose of the containers in the restaurant (see image) and have a sign, virtue signaling, that they would like to save the environment and that customers should not order containers if eating in. It's a lie! Disappointing, not at all environmentally conscious and generating tons of waste. Food was decent but not worth wasting so much plastic when there are plenty of other good/better thai food options in Berkeley that let you use plates. read more

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My go-to while I was in college for both value and quality! The staff is very straightforward but that's exactly what thrives in busy areas like south Berkeley. Cash payment is preferred but you can pay with card at the kiosks. Food comes out quick and is perfect for a late night dinner or in between class lunch with friends. Tons of drink options in this plaza as well so Thai Basil pairs great with your favorite boba shop! read more

Thai Basil Cuisine - Pad thai - Thai Near Me - Berkeley, California

Thai Basil in Berkeley offers a convenient option for a quick Thai food fix. I tried their Basil Chili Chicken with fried egg, which was a decent portion size. The chicken itself was cooked well, but the overall flavor lacked the punch I was hoping for. The ambiance of the restaurant is pretty basic, with simple décor and generic Asian-style furniture. It's clean and comfortable enough for a casual meal, but the inside space may feel very crowded when you have a few occupied tables. There is open seating outside the restaurant, which is shared by all the other restaurants in that section, so it's available on a first come, first served basis. The service was fast but the staff could have been friendlier. When my friends and I asked for to-go boxes and utensils/napkins, we got an angry look from the staff. Please also note that the restaurant doesn't have a bathroom for its customers, so you'll have to find some place else if you really need to go. Overall, Thai Basil is an average option. The food is decent, but a little pricey for what you get. If you're in the area and looking for a quick bite, it's not a bad choice, but there are probably better Thai restaurants in Berkeley worth exploring. read more

Thai Basil Cuisine - Basil chili chicken with fried egg - Thai Near Me - Berkeley, California

Not the greatest pad see ew ever, but was still pretty good. Noodles were cooked well and were just the right amount of sweet. Unfortunately the chicken was not very flavorful, and was pretty rubbery too. Broccoli was also disappointing, and felt under cooked and was hard to bite into. Chicken and broccoli brought it down, especially given the price point. read more

Thai Basil Cuisine - 22. Pad See Ew Chicken Noodle - Thai Near Me - Berkeley, California

An oldie but goodie! While they have raised prices a bit, you can bring cash to avoid any credit card processing fees. We normally get the pad Thai and Thai boat noodle, super delicious at fairly reasonable prices. Extra Thai chilis are available on request. read more

Every time I'm in town, I always stop by here and get my Thai fix. I recently vacationed in Thailand and had some Rad Na in Bangkok. So I had been searching for an authentic Rad Na ever since and finally found it at Thai Basil. The Rad Na here is SO GOOD! very flavorful gravy with just the right amount of burnt taste on the rice noodles. Ahhh.. I'm hungry just thinking about it. read more

Thai Basil Cuisine - Best of Berkeley for many years - Thai Near Me - Berkeley, California

This has been one of my all time favorite Thai places since college days. I love the online ordering capabilities for a quick pick up. Pla Rad Pik the fried fish dish has the most awesome garlic Basil sauce. Don't miss out. The classic pad Thai and pad see ew are always good. read more

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Food tastes good and they open late. Hot tea was included. Prices not too bad. Parking and the food court shared restrooms are not great, but typical for the area and not necessarily the fault of the restaurant. read more

Got the chicken fried rice was really flavorful!! Seasoned just right and the portion size was really big! You order on the kiosk when you enter so it's pretty fast. Didn't have to wait that long and inside is really nice and cozy while you wait. Definitely would eat here again! read more

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My go-to spot whenever I'm in town. Staff is always friendly and non rushy when getting your food. This time, I didn't get the curry like normal. Kept it simple with veggie egg rolls since I was craving fried food. Restutant is packed with tables and chairs. However, the space works. Let me not forget I like the kiosk machine less pressure or maybe more on what to get. This place is a must try, aI know for sure I'll be back 10+ years. read more

Thai Basil Cuisine - Veggie egg rolls - Thai Near Me - Berkeley, California

I do love the shrimp egg rolls that you can bite into a whole shrimp and egg rolls are hot . If only judge on shrimp egg rolls I will give 5 stars. However, I am not impressed withPad Thai which I was superseded to find crushed peanuts were added. Yes, I know Thai food or a lot of Asian food have peanuts but I wished they have the choice of with/without peanuts considering peanut allergies in US and unfortunately my son has a mild peanut allergy. You can image my horror when we got Pad Thai. I didn't even think of telling them to NOT add peanuts considering in US I am so use to they are very aware of nuts in any food. I wish the ordering machine menu has the selection of adding peanuts. read more

The food was reasonably good but the ambiance and the service was terrible. A meal for two costs equal or maybe even a little bit more than at a full service nice sit down restaurant. Yet these employees literally walked all the way out to my table to tell me my order was sitting on the counter. And, they had the audacity to ask for a tip. read more

This Thai spot has been my college go-to for years. Whether it's a quick lunch between classes or a late-night takeout session, it never disappoints. We had to order to go this time. The Pad Thai is always flavorful, with just the right balance of sweetness and tang, while the Pad See Ew is a perfect comfort dish with its chewy noodles and rich soy sauce. And don't get me started on the fried egg rolls - crispy and packed with filling, they're a must-have. This place has been a part of so many great memories! read more

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food was amazing, beautiful portions. service was very fast and efficient. free water cups and tea. very cozy spot for a good late night meal, the interior had a lot of space. overall a great and memorable experience, i will come back to this establishment read more

Thai Basil Cuisine - 29. Pineapple Fried Rice - Thai Near Me - Berkeley, California

The cream cheese eggrolls are to die for it's amazing, quick service too very nice interior as well

No. The food was lackluster at best. The flavors did not pop at all. Will not be going back

My favorite Thai spot in the Bay! Great vegetarian options, consistently flavorful curries, noodles, and rice plates. Open late and easy ordering--always a win. Restaurant is always clean too! read more

Service leaves something to be desired but the food is good! I ordered basil chili chicken with white rice and it reminded of the food in Thailand. The food was piping hot and clearly came straight from the wok - it wasn't too salty which was a surprise but still very flavorful. Not too much soy sauce either. I got medium spice and that was perfect. This is a no frills kinda place - communication with the staff isn't great and all food comes in take away containers. But really enjoyed it and highly recommend! read more

Thai Basil Cuisine - 4. Basil Chili Chicken - Thai Near Me - Berkeley, California

I love their vegetarian Cashew tofu plate, it is sooooo perfect and very flavorful. They have a lot of vegetarian variety on the menu too!! The atmosphere of the restaurant is very cozy and there is plenty seating outdoors and indoors. Everyone is so kind, I think the elders are doing an amazing job in the kitchen, and I feel so grateful every time because they never miss ^ * ^ read more

Thai Basil boasts an abundance of quality thai food -- the real bang for your buck. Located deep inside Asian Ghetto, Thai Basil was my first exposure to Berkeley Thai food when I first moved here. At just a $10 price point, this is a go-to spot for when you're craving some quick pad thai or pad see ew. However, Thai Basil is CASH ONLY, unless you order ahead on the Snackpass app and connect your card. They do have an ATM inside the restaurant if all else fails! Before the pandemic, the sauces and water are self-served and when you're finished, you simply deposit your dishes in the back. Now, I believe they're take-out only with the seating areas blocked off. You can eat outside in the outside tables in Asian Ghetto, but seating is hard to find on the weekend nights. Compared to all the other thai places in Berkeley, I will say that Thai Basil is likely the most convenient and quick option if you're in Southside, and probably has the largest portions. My favorite is the pad thai (they give lots of peanuts) and the Thai Boat Noodle Soup (but this can be kind of salty at times). read more

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We went here and my wife and son bought ordered and sat inside. I did not feel like Thai so went to get some Mediterranean food instead. When I went there to join the rest of the family the lady would not let me eat inside and join my family with the food I bought. We ended up going to the tables outside in the food court. Horrible service. On top of that, all the restaurants in that food court allow customers to use the shared bathroom EXCEPT this place. They WONT let PAYING customers use the bathroom. read more

Hole in the wall, tucked away in an alley, mom & pop's restaurant that serves authentic Thai cuisines. Flavorful with fresh ingredients. Pad See Ew and Drunken noodles were both good. Order at the kiosk/counter, cook to order and fast. Prices are decent. Casual indoor/outdoor dining with a couple of TVs to watch your fave sports. read more

Thai Basil Cuisine - 42. Vegetarian Pad Kee Mow - Thai Near Me - Berkeley, California

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A Berkeley Classic I remember coming here during undergrad and the place definitely brings me back. Cool spot for a quick bite and stroll around Berkeley campus area Pro Tip: They now accept card and have a self service kiosk powered by SnackPass Food: Pad Thai 4/5- One of my favorite pad Thai places in the bay with a good blend of shrimp tofu and chicken all mixed in with the peanuts and other toppings. I order it non spicy and there is still plenty of flavor. Ambiance/ location 4/5- Great location right by campus and in close proximity to Telegraph and other campus areas. Definitely in the heart of student culture if you are visiting. There is cool outdoor seating in the area that is shared with the nearby restaurants. Service 2/5- There are always busy so the staff there are usually short and frank with answers and Move people along. The style of the place is take out but with seating options so there aren't any wait staff. Pricing- They doubled the price in the last few years from $7 to over $15 now but I guess that what happens during a pandemic and a surging real estate market. Disappointing but not a deal breaker read more

Thai Basil Cuisine - 21. Pad Thai Chicken & Prawns - Thai Near Me - Berkeley, California

SO heard some rave reviews about this place when he was at Berkeley so had to try at least a dish Food/Taste/Flavor: 3/5 (maybe a 4 for college food) - Basil Chili Chicken (4) was a generous portion with rice. You can really taste the basil on the chili oil but the chicken itself was dry. There were some pieces of basil, bell pepper, and onion that helped cut through the dryness but you definitely need some sides to help with this dish Ambience: N/A - to go only but there are some benches and tables in the center of the plaza to eat at Service: 3/5 - cashier lady did not seem like she wanted to be there so we ordered from the kiosk instead Value for price: 3/5 - do note that the menu is outdated and the price is about $1.50 more per dish and they charge $0.10 for plastic bag for take out even though it's the only option read more

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