Phone: +441756700656
Address: 1 Cavendish Street, Craven, United Kingdom, BD23 2AB
City: Craven
Menu Dishes: 11
Reviews: 2472
"Thai Basil is the best restaurant in Skipton, which we have frequented regularly since it first opened in 2011. We have always been made to feel very welcome by the Thai family who run the restaurant. The food has always been excellent and the staff attentive and caring, we felt looked after , more often than not being treated to a free dessert, by lovely Pat and her husband. Last year, Pat and her husband moved to the Kings at Clitheroe, and friends of theirs took over the running of Thai Basil in Skipton. I have submitted previous excellent 5 star reviews of Thai Basil, on this occasion I have given the restaurant 3 stars for one reason only, being told we had to vacate our table in 5/10 minutes, immediately after our plates had been cleared. I had booked our table (for 6 for a birthday celebration) three weeks in advance, for 6.30pm Saturday. At the time of booking there were two other bookings, one for 6.00 and one for either 7 or 7.30. I made the booking in person, when dining there one lunchtime. At no time was I told there would be a time limit on our stay, not when booking, not on arrival, or by telephone before arriving. We arrived on time at 6.30. our starters arrived about 7.00, and our mains probably towards 7.30. At 8.05, when still finishing our drinks, the young waitress came to our table and said we would need to leave in 5/10 minutes. 90 minutes is not very long for a party of 6 to have a celebratory meal. I complained and was told by the young server that she did not want to tell us to leave but had been told by the more senior server that she had to. I then spoke to the more regular server and complained , he did not apologise or explain. I told him (with whom I had made the booking in person) we would leave when we were ready, as at no point had we been told our booking was time limited. It was clear that they had overbooked, to accommodate a party of 16. Our table must have been booked out again at 8pm for diners who were waiting in the entrance hall. I was very disappointed by our experience. and was tempted to remove the optional service charge which is now automatically added to your billI but didn 't as the food and service had been good. I know this would not have happened if Pat and her husband were still in charge. It spoiled what should have been an excellent night out."
Full menu - 11 options
All prices are estimates on menu.
Thai
Red Curry
A spicy Thai curry with red chilies, coconut milk, vegetables, and your choice of protein.
Green Curry
A spicy and aromatic Thai curry with tender chicken, eggplant, bamboo shoots, and basil in a rich coconut milk sauce.
Chicken Satay
Grilled marinated chicken skewers served with a savory peanut dipping sauce.
Indian
Yellow Curry
A creamy and aromatic Thai yellow curry with tender pieces of meat, vegetables, and a blend of spices.
Chicken Curry
Tender chicken simmered in a rich, spiced curry sauce with aromatic herbs and a touch of coconut milk.
Chicken Wings
Wings
Crispy chicken wings, tossed in your choice of sauce, served with celery sticks and blue cheese dressing.
Seafood
Prawn
Juicy prawns grilled to perfection, seasoned with garlic and herbs, served with a tangy lemon butter sauce.
Gnocchi
Gnocchi
Soft potato dumplings served with a creamy pesto sauce and topped with Parmesan cheese.
Thai Dishes
Pad Thai
Pad Thai: Stir-fried rice noodles with shrimp, tofu, egg, bean sprouts, and peanuts, in a tangy tamarind sauce.
Lamb
Lamb Shank
Slow-cooked lamb shank in a rich, aromatic sauce, tender and flavorful.
Curries
Panang Curry menu
Creamy Thai curry with coconut milk, bell peppers, and basil, offering a fragrant and slightly spicy flavor.
Daydream02325511902
Ordered a familtake away. The food was authentic and tasty. I would definitely recommend this restaurant. Next time we'll eat in.
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tennisjaney51
First time visit. Food was amazing, fresh and flavoursome. Lovely atmosphere and good service. Can highly recommend. Good value for money.
Ian
The menu was varied and the food quality was excellent. Ribs, chicken satay, steamed bass and chicken pad Thai. Good service and very good value. Highly recommended
karensV1577ZL
The food at this restaurant was fantastic. We will definitely be coming back on our next visit. We couldn't find any faults with our experience. We opted for set menu B at £24 each and the prawns were particularly delicious. View menu
Helen
We visited Skipton for the first time over October half term and booked Thai basil for our second night. So glad we did, the food was very tasty and the staff very friendly, it's a lovely, cosy place to eat only wish we had...
trish299
We (group of six)visited Basil Thai on 2/3/23 and we couldn’t fault anything. The meal was absolutely amazing and the staff were so friendly and attentive. Thank you the food was delicious, we will be back when in Skipton next time
kitten8368
We just turned up at this restaurant tonight (a Sunday) and the most lovely young man welcomed us and put two tables together four our family of five. We ordered a sharer starter which was beautiful and then two curries, two pad Thai and two... View menu
Tony
I am working a contract in Skipton, Yorkshire and have been fortunate to have visited and eaten in Thai Basil 3 times over past two weeks. The staff, the food and the restaurant is absolutely superb. The food is always high quality, the staff are attentive and friendly and I intend to use the restaurant more over the next 2 months.
Navigator39051157326
Been here a few times over the years and always enjoyed the restaurant. So I was looking forward to a nice dining experience. The first issue was being told that they didn’t have any no alcohol beer, what’s the problem stocking these ? I ordered a chicken stir fry , what a disappointment, chicken and quite chunky vegetables sat in a pool of very salty, watery soy/fish sauce, non of the lovely aromatic flavours of Thai cuisine. Not at all enjoyable. When the waitress collected our unfinished plates, she asked if all was ok , we informed her of our disappointment and she said she would let the chef know, adding that he was new ???? We paid and left. Shame, it used to be so good.
Joyce028
Thai Basil is the best restaurant in Skipton, which we have frequented regularly since it first opened in 2011. We have always been made to feel very welcome by the Thai family who run the restaurant. The food has always been excellent and the staff attentive and caring, we felt looked after , more often than not being treated to a free dessert, by lovely Pat and her husband. Last year, Pat and her husband moved to the Kings at Clitheroe, and friends of theirs took over the running of Thai Basil in Skipton. I have submitted previous excellent 5 star reviews of Thai Basil, on this occasion I have given the restaurant 3 stars for one reason only, being told we had to vacate our table in 5/10 m... View menu
Categories
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Thai Savor the vibrant flavors of Thailand with our menu featuring a delightful array of dishes, from spicy curries to fragrant stir-fries, all crafted with authentic spices and fresh ingredients.
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Asian Experience a culinary journey through Asia with our diverse menu. From the spicy flavors of Thai curry to the savory umami of Japanese sushi, we offer a wide variety of dishes that celebrate authentic Asian cuisine. View menu
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Vegan "Delight in our vegan menu, offering a vibrant selection of plant-based dishes crafted with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Savor flavorsome meals that are as nourishing as they are delicious."
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Vegetarian Delight in our vibrant collection of vegetarian dishes, crafted with the freshest greens, rich flavors, and savory spices. Enjoy a wholesome, delectable plate that celebrates nature's finest ingredients.
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