Basil Thai Bistro

Great service, great food. Very clean. Large portions. We came for lunch after the hike at the Cowles; wasn’t too busy but atmosphere was very welcoming. Most of the tables were taken, food came out pretty fast, fresh and hot. We were very pleasantly surprised. I always come to dry cleaners next door and never noticed this place. Will definitely be back and highly recommend it.

A delightful neighborhood gem, this Thai eatery earns a solid 5 stars for its exceptional, fresh and authentic cuisine.

All the dishes are really good. I recommend Pad Woon Sen.

Both of our dishes were very under-spiced. My husband ordered the duck curry spice level 7, and I would say it was closer to a two by most Thai spice scales. I ordered cashew nut tofu medium spice, and it was basically zero spice. I'm not sure if this is typical for them. I would say the overall impression was very whitewashed Thai food, unfortunately. The vegetables were fresh and the chicken skewer was fine. Vegetarian options: Can get dishes with tofu, mock chicken or mock duck

The food was nice. Service was great. Very pleasant young lady. I have been here several times.

Kind waitress, large portions, delicious food! We definitely plan to return here!

I keep coming back, and the consistency is amazing. Love eating here, great service, quaint atmosphere, and incredible food. Recommended to friends and family.

Best Pad Thai in San Diego, I could eat it everyday!