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Green Basil

2120 Queen Street East, Toronto, ON, M4E 1E2

416-698-2120 | Website

Mango salad. Spicy beef. Lemon grass soup. Oh my!

Category: Restaurants
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What:

Cuisine Type | Thai, Chinese, Asian
Ambiance | Good For Groups, Casual
Meals Served | Lunch, Dinner
Amenities | Great Wine List, Local Favorites
Pricing | $21 - $30
Payment | MasterCard, American Express, Visa

Where:

Neighbourhood | The Beaches
Getting There | Queen Station then streetcar #501
Cross Street | Hammersmith Ave.

When:

Sun-Thurs 11AM- 10PM, Fri/Sat 11AM-10:30PM

Profile Last Updated: December 11, 2008

Savour the Flavour
Lip smacking Thai food doesn’t get any better than at Green Basil. This charming restaurant has garnered a following among regulars who adore their gourmet dishes, drawn from beloved family recipes. Savour mouthwatering fare that brims with flavours of lemongrass, basil, and coconut. Mmmmm…

Let’s do Lunch!
Green Basil’s massive menu filled with more than 100 tasty dishes makes choosing what to devour the most difficult part. Whether you come for a drink at the bar or a full course meal, this joint’s attentive staff shines bright. On the appetizer menu, discover favourites such as plump spring rolls, marinated chicken satay, and calamari served with a sweet dipping sauce. A handful of healthy salads brim with chunks of fresh green mango and tangy papaya. Who can resist the papaya salad loaded with tomatoes, green beans, spiced carrots, peanuts and lemon juice? Be sure to drop by at lunch time to enjoy decadent lunch specials for under $10 a pop!

As Good as it Gets
Exotic flavours and spicy influences nicely meet with every bite. Dishes arrive out of the picky kitchen resembling bright and colourful pieces of art. On the menu, discover a tantalizing selection of fried rice dishes flavoured with basil, onions, and pineapple. Regulars adore the Thai spicy noodle dish loaded with basil leaves, sweet peppers and hot chilies served with your choice of chicken, beef or pork. Hearty beef and chicken dishes are as good as its gets here when basking in oyster sauce, lemongrass, and homemade curry. Enjoy your meal with a hard to find sake or a glass of wine from their extensive wine list.