Sweet Basil Thai Cuisine
Welcome to Sweet Basil Thai Cuisine, a hidden gem located at 1473 Beach Park Blvd in Foster City, CA. This restaurant offers a variety of authentic Thai dishes that are sure to satisfy your taste buds.
From savory soups to flavorful curries and mouthwatering seafood entrees, Sweet Basil Thai Cuisine has something for everyone. Their menu features a wide selection of appetizers, salads, soups, noodles, fried rice, and chef's suggestions, all prepared with fresh ingredients and traditional Thai flavors.
One of the standout dishes at Sweet Basil Thai Cuisine is the Pad Thai, a crowd favorite that exceeds expectations with its unique blend of flavors and perfectly cooked noodles. The Tom Yum Gai Soup is another must-try, featuring a tantalizing mix of chicken, mushrooms, tomatoes, lemongrass, and kaffir leaves.
For dessert, the Mango with Sticky Rice is a delightful treat that combines warm, chewy rice with sweet mango for a satisfying end to your meal. And don't forget to try their refreshing Thai Iced Tea and Coconut Juice to complement your dining experience.
With excellent service, a cozy ambiance, and a menu that caters to vegetarians and meat lovers alike, Sweet Basil Thai Cuisine is the perfect spot for a casual lunch or dinner. Whether you're a seasoned Thai food enthusiast or a newcomer to the cuisine, this restaurant is sure to leave a lasting impression.
So why not take a culinary journey to Thailand right here in Foster City? Visit Sweet Basil Thai Cuisine today and discover the flavors of authentic Thai cuisine served with a touch of warmth and hospitality.
Sweet Basil Thai Cuisine Menu
Location
Address: 1473 Beach Park Blvd Foster City, CA 94404
Phone: (650) 212-5788
Business info
- Takes ReservationsYes
- Offers DeliveryYes
- Offers TakeoutYes
- Vegan OptionsYes
- Many Vegetarian OptionsYes
- Accepts Credit CardsYes
- Accepts Android PayNo
- Accepts Apple PayNo
- Outdoor SeatingYes
- CasualYes
- Moderate NoiseYes
- Offers CateringYes
- Good for GroupsYes
- Good For KidsYes
- Good for Lunch, DinnerYes
- Private Lot ParkingYes
- Beer & Wine OnlyYes
- TVYes
- Wi-FiNo
- Happy HourNo
- Dogs Not AllowedNo
- Bike ParkingYes
- Compostable containers availableYes
- Provides reusable tablewareYes
Last Reviews
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Author: North S.
TLDR: meat too dry, desserts and drinks the best, service is good Tom Yum Gai Soup: this was the first dish we got, a sour and spicy chicken tomato soup. It was really good. My sister mentioned how much she liked this one we both went for seconds. Chicken was mid, soup a little on the sour side. But I liked it, it had a really nice flavor Sweet basil: this is supposedly their signature dish. Doesnt say it on the menu but its literally named after the restaurant. Its chicken with peppers and veggies. I expected this to have rice but it didnt. None of the dishes on the menu comes with rice unless explicitly told (like fried rice). The waiter would ask you if you want rice with it when you order this. I think you still need to pay for the rice if yes. As for the dish, I didnt like it. Chicken was dry and flavorless. Some spice next to it. (Im not used to thai cuisine, cant believe this dish exists, i cant imagine it ever being good unless some more heavy seasoning or they use dark chicken instead of white) Pad Thai: I really love this one. Coming in, I thought its a basic dish and its just fried noodles. But the noodles are different from what im used to and its better. It exceeded my expectations. We ordered peanuts on the side instead of mixed in. For our plate at least, I felt all the meat fell to the side so I had to focus on picking up meat when scooping it. You also get a choice between chicken, pork, or beef, we chose beef. You have these choices for some other dishes on the menu as well. I dont like bean sprouts but it was fine in this dish. Beef didnt really stand out Satay Chicken skewers: this one was a disappointment. Tbh a running theme in this restaurant is all the meat seems to be on the dry side. And its very noticable in a dish all about meat. Peanut sauce didnt help either. Veggies were good. Skewers were just mid, not the best but not the worst. Thai and Lychee iced tea: cmae in tall glasses and tall straws with lots of ice. I'll speak for them at the same time cause their both drinks and I have similar opinions on them. I really loved em. Lychee was on the sweeter side I liked how they gave you 2 lychees on top. Sister mentioned they were canned lychee but I still liked them, they were chewy and juicy. Yeah lychee flavor rocks. I like how the Thai tea was less sweet and had a focus on the thai flavor. I liked both of them. If I were to pick one again, I'd do Thai cause lychee is a little too sweet. But both had a favorable flavor imo Crepe with ice cream: I only ever ate the crepes with ice cream in the same bite. It was good. The crepe was warm and crispy with the ice cream cool and soft texture. Also chocolate chips are deliciously crunchy, strawberries are nice, and I love those fake cherries give me more! When I ran out of crepe, I started eating the ice cream by itself and let me tell you, they taste better on their own. I wish I tried crepe by itself I wonder if itll taste better. I really liked the coconut ice cream, perfect temp and soft. Mango sticky rice: now this is what we've all been waiting for. Rice was warm, mango was slightly less warm. I only ever ate them together in the same bite as well. Rice was chewy and filling. Neither were too sweet. Dad liked the mangos. Idk, there was nothing too outstanding about this, it was good. Out of the desserts, my fav was the ice cream. You do have the option of ordering just ice cream for 4 bucks. All in all, my fav were pad thai, the drinks, and desserts Extra: Good service, the waiters werent too annoying while still being super quick when you call. Some dishes you can choose between chicken, pork, or beef They will give you a dessert menu when ur done Cute dessert plates Cute small square bowls for soup Spoons specific for soup and spoons for food One small plate on top of a bigger plate for each person Nature-y inside and outside. You get to sit outside the restaurant to eat. We chose inside, the bench was hard even my sister mentioned it. There is a big pillow behind the bench meant for leaning on. 5/5 really enjoyed the experience, I still think about it
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Author: Mark W.
Meal fit for a god. My title describes how genuinely and deeply satisfying today's meal was. I used to travel to the Bay Area work and came here whenever I got the chance. After many years, I had a chance to return. First of all, this is the best meal I've had all week. Secondly, the location and ambience are perfect. The service is fast and professional. The ingredients are clearly fresh. The sweetness in the cucumber salad is toned down, just right. And the tasty green curry makes my bones want to go on cruise control. 5 stars aren't enough.
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Author: Jaky Y.
Came here for dinner on a weeknight. We made a reservation but didn't end up needing it, as the restaurant was pretty empty. We ordered the samosas, pad Thai, and pad see ew. Everything was tasty and decently portioned. Service was prompt and friendly. Since the restaurant wasn't too crowded, it was a good spot to sit and talk. The benches are a bit uncomfortable, though. Parking is easy, as there's a big lot right out front. Sweet Basil also has a few outdoor tables, which seemed nice.
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Author: Doreen L.
This is the second time I've been here. My husband and his friend have come here for lunch several times before. The crispy spring roll is good. This time, however, we tried the shrimp roll appetizer and really liked it. My husband and friend ordered Thai iced tea. I ordered the coconut water last time and wasn't happy with it as It didn't taste like coconut water. So, I just had regular water this time around. We always order the duck fried rice. We also ordered the chicken vindaloo curry. All of the dishes were delicious and were just the right amount of food for the three of us. The service is good. Water is left at the table so you can refill your water glasses when needed. Parking is easy.