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Basil Canteen @ 11th Street
Experience the flavors of Bangkok and the atmosphere of the old landmark 'Jackson Brewery' in SOMA at Basil Canteen. Enjoy the wide range of Thai snacks, noodles, rice dishes, and house cocktails at our long communal table or at our sleek and cozy mezzanine. Through this taste, sight, and sound, one night in Bangkok has never been this close.
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46 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Rating Breakdown 46 reviews
5 stars
(14)
4 stars
(26)
3 stars
(6)
2 stars
(0)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(24)
- neighborhood gem(24)
- good for groups(23)
- great for lunch(12)
- special occasion(9)
- hot spot(7)
Basil Canteen @ 11th Street Reviews List
Review 1 for Basil Canteen @ 11th Street
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Unbelievable!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The first time I reviewed this restaurant, I was "taking dictation" from my spouse who went with two friends - and everyone raved!
THIS time it really was me plus a friend and both love everything about the place - the way the space was used, the lovely service, the fantastic food! In fact, I took ribs home for Lil & my friend took an entire meal home for dinner for herself, partner & their son. Definitely a place to which we will return over and over."
THIS time it really was me plus a friend and both love everything about the place - the way the space was used, the lovely service, the fantastic food! In fact, I took ribs home for Lil & my friend took an entire meal home for dinner for herself, partner & their son. Definitely a place to which we will return over and over."
Dined on 5/21/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 2 for Basil Canteen @ 11th Street
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
best Thai I've had in a long time
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Thank you Open Table. I looked for a long time on Trip Advisor & didn't find a Thai restaurant that turned me on. When I looked on Open Table, this one immediately got my attention. The food & drinks were perfect & creative (eg sake with lychee juice, shrimp curry with pumpkin and another with mango). The servings were big, especially the papaya salad, which was enough for 2 people. The decor was also creative ( looks like a converted industrial space, well designed & airy). Staff was very attentive to our needs."
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 3 for Basil Canteen @ 11th Street
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Fresh, flavorful, well-prepared Thai food. Excellent value. We had a wonderful time. I look forward to a return visit."
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 4 for Basil Canteen @ 11th Street
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best Thai Food ever Tasted
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The heading says it all! My spouse & her buddies really liked basil Canteen. Now she & I are planning lunch there soon!"
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, great for lunch
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Review 5 for Basil Canteen @ 11th Street
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Simple and classic
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A pleasing encounter, excellent pumpkin curry! I appreciate the various seating options - intimate to communal. Very glad to have it in the neighborhood!"
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, late-night find, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 6 for Basil Canteen @ 11th Street
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent food before a night out!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent food. Friendly but sometimes spotty service being short-staffed. Paid a lot of attention to our needs and very knowledgeable on the food and understanding our needs/choices. Good wine beer and cocktail menu - not extensive but well chosen.
Overall - recommend the place strongly and would definitely go back esp if in the neighborhood for a show/concert."
Dined on 04/24/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot
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Review 7 for Basil Canteen @ 11th Street
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very good and unusual Thai
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very good and unusual Thai food, not what we expected, but much better."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 8 for Basil Canteen @ 11th Street
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Hip Thai Joint
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very cool space with delicious food. The service was a bit slow (I think they were understaffed) but we weren't in a hurry so it was OK.
Definitely worth checking out!"
Dined on 03/28/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 9 for Basil Canteen @ 11th Street
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Really good Thai food - service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Really good Thai food - service is a little off, but they seem to be trying."
Dined on 03/19/2013
2002
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Review 10 for Basil Canteen @ 11th Street
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The noise was too much! The
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The noise was too much! The food and service were good."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies
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Review 11 for Basil Canteen @ 11th Street
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best Thai food Ive had outside
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Best Thai food Ive had outside of Thailand Roti with skirt steak and green curry app is amazing"
Dined on 03/04/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 12 for Basil Canteen @ 11th Street
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I really enjoyed myself. The
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I really enjoyed myself. The food was delicious, right prices, great service. The portions were a great size to share with one other person. I would definitely come back here."
Dined on 03/05/2013
2005
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Review 13 for Basil Canteen @ 11th Street
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A delightful find, with a
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A delightful find, with a great atmosphere and very attentive and warm service!"
Dined on 02/18/2013
2008
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 14 for Basil Canteen @ 11th Street
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I had actually thought I had
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I had actually thought I had booked Basil's other café on Folsom. When I arrived, the maître d explained that they had the cantina down the street. She kindly called the cantina and had my reservation moved to the café. I have eaten at the café a course of times and have always found the food to be wonderful. Because of the staff's kind gesture, I will be sure to check out the cantina the next time I am in the neighborhood!"
Dined on 01/31/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 15 for Basil Canteen @ 11th Street
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Unique look & feel with great food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great place for groups. The brick interior somehow doesn't take way from the Thai food simply makes the experience more unique."
Dined on 02/01/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 16 for Basil Canteen @ 11th Street
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Not a gourmet place, but very
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Not a gourmet place, but very nice Thai food with enthusiastic service. Prices are right and portions sizes just right. Only caveat is that Happier Hour cocktails have LOTS of ice."
Dined on 01/25/2013
2005
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Basil Canteen @ 11th Street
Based on the average of (30) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
6 out of 6 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic