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Thai Basil

Thai Restaurant, Vegan Menu, Seasonal Specials

Worth ordering: Green curry

Try the tofu massaman curry and pumpkin avocado green curry for flavorful vegan entrees.

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Top tips

Ask about: mixed vegan claims

  • Order from the separate vegan seasonal menu to explore unique dishes like Impossible pot stickers and Beyond kimchi fried rice.
  • Good to know: Be cautious ordering yellow curry or papaya salad to-go as some reviews mention inconsistent flavor and spice levels.
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  • Large portions provide leftovers, ideal for takeout meals.
  • Expect higher prices around $18-23 for entrees, reflecting quality and ambiance.

People mention

Drunken noodles, fried rice and cake.

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Also cheesecake, spring rolls, yellow curry, crispy fried mushroom, impossible pot stickers and khao soi.

Good for

The vibe: dates The vibe: groups

Praised for friendly service, cozy atmosphere and fast service.

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Also praised for generous portions.

Good to know

  • Gluten-free options
  • Outdoor seating
  • Lunch, dinner, takeout
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

Thai Basil is a casual Thai bistro known for an extensive dedicated vegan menu featuring classic and creative dishes like Pineapple Fried Rice and tofu massaman curry. The venue includes an attached lounge with handcrafted cocktails and offers outdoor seating along with wheelchair accessibility. While prices tend to be on the higher side ($18-23 for entrees), the portions are generous and the staff is notably friendly and accommodating, contributing to a pleasant dining experience.

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2431 J St, Sacramento, CA 95816

Opening hours

Monday
11:30–21:00
Tuesday
11:30–21:00
Wednesday
11:30–21:00
Thursday
11:30–21:00
Friday
11:30–21:00
Saturday
11:30–21:00
Sunday
11:30–21:00

the food

4.2 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

  • Good service
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3.7 19 reviews Read on HappyCow
How we rank

eating vegan

Outstanding for vegans

vegan options
Abundant · 10+ dishes
menu
Separate vegan menu
staff
Knowledgeable
protein
tofu, cashews, mushrooms + 2 more

Ask about: The menu makes inconsistent vegan claims.

Good to know: Vegan options aren't always available.

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