Food 4/5 Service 4/5 Ambiance 4.5/5 Thai Basil is a nice, relaxing place to get a nice bite of solid Thai food. I loved their spring rolls - fried nicely, well executed, with a nice fish sauce on the side. The Khao Moo Dang took me by surprise - crispy pork belly meets sweet Thai-style gravy, a match I had never seen before. The grave was almost TOO sweet actually... it was a struggle to finish through just how strongly sweet and rich that gravy was. Overall, a solid experience. I thoroughly enjoyed the food I had, and I would absolutely come back again. read more

Thai Basil - Khao Moo Dang - Thai Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

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Back again for lunch. Calamari appetizer, khao soi with beef, and mango curry with pork. Food and service excellent.

Beautiful decor and meticulously clean dining area! Service was excellent, I was seated right away. First time here, so I had questions about lunch, special options. My servers were very attentive and answered questions, sharing with me their favorites. I ended up getting Pad See U with a level 2 spice. It definitely had a good chili kick, but I think I could handle a 3 to 4 level next time. My oldest child is a huge fan of spice, I cannot wait to bring him back here so he can test out the level 5 and see if it's hot enough! read more

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My favorite Thai restaurant in Madison. This used to be closer to me. I would often order the evil jungle noodle for delivery. I have never been to the new location until recently. Their spring rolls are tasty and have the perfect dipping sauce. The Evil Jungle was delicious, but way too much vegetables and not a lot of noodles. Their sticky rice with mango is a nice dessert to end your meal. The service was great and server went over and beyond. Very charming location, nice place for a date night or small group. read more

Thai Basil - Evil Jungle Noodle - Thai Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

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So delicious! This is my go-to spot in Madison for Thai food. The service is very friendly and lovely and the food is so good. My favorite dishes are the Pad See Ew and Khao Soi. My friends and I also enjoy the Pad Thai and Pineapple Fried Rice. The only thing that was just okay was the coconut ice cream (I did love the jellies that came on it though). Highly recommend this place :) read more

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Great little restaurant! When you walk into a Thai place and it is filled to capacity with mostly Asian people, you know it is going to be good! I had to wait only about 10 minutes for a seat at the bar. The food came out quickly and was delicious. Just the right amount of spice to make the flavor come through and not bury it in heat. I like spicy food, but not like melt your face off spicy. Portion size was pretty good, with plenty of rice served. And prices were very fair. Highly recommend it! read more

I had a delightful dinner here at Thai Basil! I got the crispy spring rolls and drunken noodles (with level two spice). Both were so, so delicious. The other person in my party got the pad thai and loved it as well! Our waiters were super friendly! The restaurant itself is so cozy, yet elevated. I would definitely recommend dining here if you are looking for some stellar Thai food! read more

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DELICIOUS. Go now. Order takeout or delivery. You must try it out. They have a lunch menu too for weekdays. I really enjoy every thing that I've tried at Thai Basil. Parking: limited. Try carpooling because it shares a lot with Starbucks. Seating: limited, but they bring out food fast. So turnover may be good. I've never actually had to wait at either lunch or dinner, but during peak times i've gone, I've seen some people waiting. Service: GREAT. They service is wonderful and their staff are attentive. I've never experienced an issues. Food: So good. Highly recommend getting 3-4 stars for spice/heat. The curries are great. The sausage as an appetizer is delicious. I like their drunken noodle as well. I've also ordered for both takeout and delivery and the food was just as good. The prices are reasonable. Lunch portions are perfect and dinner is enough to finish or to have leftovers depending on how hungry you are. Enjoy! I'm already excited to go back again soon! read more

I had the pad Thai. The beef was tough and the noodles tasted like they were coated in ketchup. But they were fast enough and gave plenty of food. read more

Thai Basil - Pad Thai - Thai Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

New place on university ave a block from Bagels Forever. Good Thai food and quick service. Perfect for this area. There is a bar where singles can sit and they do have a couple of beers and wine. Only minor complaint was the silver wear. They are Gold and the handles are round and slippery and hard to hold. Get chopsticks if you can handle them. read more

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We stopped tonight for dinner and weren't disappointed. The interior is decorated in a colorful and modern way. It was a hot day and staff was quick to supply cold water and refill our carafe. Food options were plentiful. Many Vegetarian options! The staff were super sweet and service was great! We will definitely be back! read more

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The spring roll appetizer was not good. The inside was just mushy and not fresh. The noodles were a little salty but a great portion. The curry had good flavor and was also a nice portion for the price. Overall not bad for a Thai place, decent flavor and solid price to portion ratio. They were also very quick and friendly. read more

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First time a friend and I visited this restaurant. To kick things off, we savored the Paradise Wings--crispy, batter-fried chicken wings soaked in a special sweet and spicy sauce. For my main course, I opted for the Chicken Pad Thai, a delightful mix of pan-fried thin rice noodles, onions, eggs, bean sprouts, sweet radish, and tender chicken. Washed it all down with a refreshing lime iced tea. Every dish exuded freshness, arrived piping hot, and burst with delicious flavors. The staff's hospitality added to the wonderful experience. Foodie pro-tip: They offer a lunch menu from Tuesday to Friday, 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM--worth exploring! read more

Thai Basil - Lunch Menu-Chicken Pad Thai - Thai Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

My new go-to for Thai in Madison! Dining room is absolutely gorgeous and a great blend between modern yet traditional and comfy classy casual room Met the girls for a Saturday brunch and was not disappointed. The waiter was so personable and attentive without being overbearing, suggested the crab Rangoons to share since it had been made fresh that same day. Hugeee portion for pad Thai and definitely had yummy leftovers-- so worth the visit. I asked for extra peanuts of course. Noodles were so Al dente and freshly fried to warm perfection Sticky rice was gas, I can totally make this at home so I have high expectations but this is definitely worth the visit since their mango is so juicy and definitely not smth you can find Willy nilly in grocery stores Loved it and will come back with more friends to enjoy the good food and company in a tucked away comfy spot here read more

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Good for lunch take out. Our group of five enjoyed the variety of options. Note that the "specify time" on the ordering app doesn't allow for time selection modification. read more

Nice cozy restaurant off University and parking can be a challenge especially on a weekend. We were seated almost immediately and served with waters. Ordered drunken noodles and pad see euw were both good. Hot off the wok if you know what I meant. My only complaint is the level of noise. It's an open space restaurant and tables are quite close to each other. The neighbor who sat next to us had to ask us to move so she can head out. We can also hear the entire conversation and it was kinda awkward. Perhaps we will return on a week night or order to go. I thought the prices were ok for Madison's standard. Cute interior and you can see the chef cooking in the open kitchen. read more

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I took out lunch from here. The restaurant was spacious with enough seat. It was not too busy. I was in the mood for fried rice and was torn between basil fried rice and pineapple fried rice. When I saw pineapple friedrice has cashews, that set my choice. It was flavorfull with good amount of cashews and pinapple. I am sure basil fried rice will be atleast as flavorful, just without the cashews. For spice level, I went for Extra Hot and that was the perfect level for me. read more

Thai Basil - Pineapple fried rice - Thai Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

Meh. Did not like the pineapple curry. Will need to try a few other dishes next time. Seems like a popular place.

First I walked in with my service animal and they said no dogs allowed, the manager stepped in and said not a problem...the food was great, apps very good, curry was nicely spicy and drunken noodles were also excellent. Service was attentive and the place is well decorated. read more

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Full disclosure: my go-to Thai restaurant in Madison is Sa Bai Thong, but they aren't always open for lunch service. Thai Basil is a good back-up option. My dining companion enjoyed their crispy spring rolls and the street food options. I'm a fan of their pumpkin curry. The Pad Thai was not served with what we've come to expect as part of the dish -- there was no discernible cilantro, no bean sprouts, and only a speck or two of egg (good if you don't like egg in your Pad Thai). This left us with a sense that the flavor profile was incomplete. Service was lovely, though, and the space is inviting. read more

Love this place. Great selection and very authentic. Efficient and friendly service. Yellow curry is delicious. Chow mein was pretty good. Love the fresh cucumber salad. read more

Decent Thai dining spot with good portions. The ambience is very much casual. The service was great. We didn't encounter any issues with seating or timing of foods served. The restaurant was pretty empty with just 3 groups, including us when we went in. Might go in again to try out other options. read more

Thai Basil - Chicken Pot Sticker Peanut Sauce Pad Wood Sen Prik King - Thai Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

good was great ! staff were not very friendly . the food arrived quickly but staff seemed annoyed at any request. prices are great ! read more

Been here a couple of times for lunch! Always good food choices and services! Could get busy during lunch and in the parking lot because of takeouts and in the same spot as Starbucks. Can't really go wrong with anything on the 'street food' section. They have a little thing of condiments container and that is legit. If you need more spicy, salty or sweet that will help any dishes. Enjoy! read more

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The food was really good but the rice needs a bit more flavor. The pad-see-gu was very tasty!

Delicious, fresh food and great service. Very clean with a nice ambiance. Thai Basil is my favorite Thai restaurant in the Madison area!

Best Thai food I have had in a long while! We ordered three lunch combos: red curry, cashew nut, pepper and garlic. The spring roll was crispy and flavorful, even without the sauce. The rice was steamed perfectly, both firm and well fluffed. And all 3 dishes had the right amount of sauce with heat for our taste buds, medium heat was our selection. For carry out, this was an amazing meal. I can only imagine that dining in would have taken it up another notch. BTW, the gentleman that greeted us was also very friendly. I showed up only 15 minutes after ordering and they already had our food ready. read more

I went with my girlfriend and it was her first time trying Thai. She and I both really liked it and had plenty of leftovers read more

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In a place like Madison, there are not too many options for quality, tasty Thai food. That was my consensus until I tried Thai Basil for the first time. Great service, and the vibe of the restaurant was elite. The price was very good for how good the food was, along with the hefty portions. read more

Had a lovely experience at Thai Basil. We went on a Saturday night and were seated immediately. The decorations are very cute well balanced. Service was great and timely. Food portions were relatively large and filling. Very yummy, overall great experience. Thanks! read more

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16$ for 5 tiny pieces of meat Not worth it Had door dash deliver First time ordering read more

Thai Basil - Thai Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

Great food, and great service! Lovely dining room, and view of the kitchen from some seats. Charming, and tasty food.

The food was *so* good! It is a bit spicy, so just be aware. Service is efficient and very polite, and the restaurant has a nice chattery ambiance to it. People come in and out, but there isn't really a rushed feeling. Great spot for a casual yet slightly upscale lunch. read more

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Went here for a date night. Shared the pot stickers and both ordered an entree. Lots of food, was delicious. They serve wine. Sat at the bar because it was busy...would try to get reservations in the future or come at a less busy time! read more

Thai Basil - Chicken Pot Sticker - Thai Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

This place is wonderful! Fast service, food came out fast, and hot! I always worry about Thai food being too hot.. I kinda wish mine was a little hotter..spicier! But the flavors were fabulous, good portion size, and beautiful presentation. I will definitely come back. read more

Thai Basil - This place is wonderful! - Thai Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

The sticky rice with fresh mango is the perfect end to any day. The ambience is decent. The service is well done. I'd take in a date or a dinner with my family and trust in this restaurant to come through. read more

We used to get take out from the location all the time when they were Raymond road. That's why I was so looking forward to trying their restaurant and it surely didn't disappoint. We went on a Saturday night and even though there was a few people waiting- we were seated right away. The wait staff were all courteous and kind. The ambiance of the restaurant was very nice. We got a bunch of items to share starting with Tom yam soup, papaya salad both of which we asked for level 3 spice level which is quite spicy. Tom yum was tangy, spicy and had the right level of spice for me. The papaya salad was very refreshing. We had Thai fried rice, beef green curry and pad wood sen. the Thai fried rice was extremely flavorful and was not spicy at all. It's a great dish for someone who can't tolerate spice. The crispy deep fried pork belly was juicy yet crispy- it was a mouth full of flavor. The green curry had egg plant, beans, pepper and the perfect amount of coconut. We finished our meal with Thai shaved ice and sticky mango rice. The sticky mango rice brought back a lot of memory from our trip to Bangkok. I would go again to just get that. The shaved ice though was not something I go again. It felt like I was just eating ice with raspberry flavor with some chunks of strawberry and jack fruit. All in all, this is an awesome place. I would recommend it to anyone who loves Thai food. I am sure to be a regular here read more

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If you're ever in the area this's a Thai place to visit, the food was delicious and the hospitality was amazing, I would definitely recommend this place read more

Thai Basil - Spicy Basil Fried Rice - Thai Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

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I walked in for lunch not knowing that they were take out only, at least during the pandemic. The lady taking my order very kindly reminded me to wear my mask. I appreciated her being mindful of everyone's safety while doing so politely and courteously. I ordered a lunch portion of chicken Pad Thai, which came with an egg roll for less than $10. I forgot to ask for spicy and no "spice levels" were offered. The Pad Thai was definitely better than anything I had an my year-plus of living in Ann Arbor, though it would probably have been a touch south of average compared to my time in Seattle. Overall I was happy with the portion size and the food quality/value, which was more than I had been expecting for this hole-in-the wall. I would eat here again for a quick lunch if I had a hankering for Thai. read more

Thai Basil - Chicken Pad Thai, lunch portion (egg roll included) - A foam takeout container holds chicken pad thai with shredded cabbage, crushed peanuts, and a small container of sauce, accompanied by a spring roll and chopsticks. - Thai Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

Great bistro ambience and service. Food was excellent. We had the chicken yellow curry, spring rolls, and papaya salad.