Skip to content

Photos via Google Maps

must go · #12 in katoomba

Basil Nut

Thai, Vegan Menu, Tofu

Worth ordering: Curry

Try the vegan curry and vegan laksa for flavorful vegan dishes.

$$

Top tips

  • Book a table in advance as the restaurant is popular and seating is limited.
  • Enjoy the tapioca sago dessert, a highly recommended vegan-friendly option.
All 4 tipsShow fewer
  • Be prepared that seating is cozy and can be a bit cramped during busy times.
  • Ask staff for fresh chopped chilies to enhance the flavor of vegan dishes.

Must-try

  • Worth ordering: Laksa

People also mention tapioca sago dessert, bowl and buddha bowl.

All 8 dishes people mentionShow fewer

Also eggplant vegetarian dish, nasi goreng, noodles, basil chili eggplant and burger.

Good for

The vibe: groups The vibe: relaxing

Praised for friendly service, fast service and good value.

All 5 things people praiseShow fewer

Also praised for cozy atmosphere and generous portions.

Good to know

  • Gluten-free options
  • Outdoor seating
  • Lunch, dinner, takeout

About

Basil Nut is a compact Thai and Southeast Asian fusion spot known for its flavorful vegan curry and vegan laksa that many visitors enjoy returning for. The menu features a variety of vegan and vegetarian dishes, including tofu-rich options and a popular tapioca sago dessert. Despite its small size and limited seating, the restaurant is wheelchair accessible and offers prompt, friendly service with reasonable prices.

Visit

Open the map

5/147-153 Katoomba St, Katoomba NSW 2780, Australia

Opening hours

Monday
12:00–15:30, 17:00–20:30
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
12:00–15:30, 17:00–20:30
Thursday
12:00–15:30, 17:00–20:30
Friday
12:00–15:30, 17:00–20:30
Saturday
12:00–15:30, 17:00–20:30
Sunday
12:00–15:30, 17:00–20:30

the food

5.0 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

  • Outstanding food
Google Maps
4.5 1,297 reviews Read on Google Maps
HappyCow
3.8 19 reviews Read on HappyCow
How we rank

eating vegan

Outstanding for vegans

vegan options
Many · 5–10 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Knowledgeable
protein
tofu, tofu skin, black beans
What the grades mean

nearby

More in Katoomba

vegan food guide

katoomba

The app is the full experience.

The live map, every ranking, and the dishes worth ordering.

  • free
  • no signup needed
The Spinach app: the Kraków map, each place with its rating and the dish worth ordering
in the app