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Green Basil

701 N Milwaukee #284, Vernon Hills, IL 60061
847-918-8858
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Ranked #11 of 65 restaurants in Vernon Hills
Cuisines: Thai
Description: Green Basil Thai Restaurant and Bar is an elegant but affordable dining experience of authentic family recipes that have been handed down for generations. The Green Basil experience begins upon entering the Zen like, dining room. The tension eases out of your body as you are warmly greeted by the professional well-seasoned staff. It is the perfect balance of tasteful upscale white tablecloth dining and a very comfortable friendly feeling.There is a large selection of authentic Thai dishes combining old world recipes with the freshest ingredients. Start your dining experience with one of the specialty drinks while you explore the vast menu. Your senses will delight in the complex flavor profiles offered by Chef Tom’s unique presentation of daily entrée favorites and authentic specials that will please the casual dinner and seasoned foodie alike.
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Description: Green Basil Thai Restaurant and Bar is an elegant but affordable dining experience of authentic family recipes that have been handed down for generations. The Green Basil experience begins upon entering the Zen like, dining room. The tension eases out of your body as you are warmly greeted by the professional well-seasoned staff. It is the perfect balance of tasteful upscale white tablecloth dining and a very comfortable friendly feeling.There is a large selection of authentic Thai dishes combining old world recipes with the freshest ingredients. Start your dining experience with one of the specialty drinks while you explore the vast menu. Your senses will delight in the complex flavor profiles offered by Chef Tom’s unique presentation of daily entrée favorites and authentic specials that will please the casual dinner and seasoned foodie alike.
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Gurnee, IL
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6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

This restaurant is responsible for my addiction to Pad Thai! In fact, a friend from England, where there are countless really good Thai and Indian restaurants, also proclaimed Green Basil as the most authentic, and excellent Thai food he had found. The atmosphere is also very nice and upscale. The appetizers are better than any other Thai restaurant offerings I... More

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Las Vegas, Nevada
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33 reviews 33 reviews
26 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2013

In my opinion, this is the best Thai food in the suburbs. The restaurant can be difficult to find if you don't know where to turn into the right strip mall. In the Spring, Summer and Fall outdoor seating is available. Singha beer is served iced cold. The MUD-SA-MUN CURRY is absolutely awesome, it is a coconut milk based curry... More

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Chicago
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62 reviews 62 reviews
35 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

This is located in a strip mall and maybe overlooked, but worth a visit. The food was freshly prepared. The red curry was spicy but could have been a bit hotter. Not much of a wine selection overall but what they offered was good. Reasonably priced.

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Chicago, Illinois
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39 reviews 39 reviews
22 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 March 2013

Good food, but I have a very sensitive pallet I suppose. I thought the food was a bit greasy... however, they always have a coupon out there so look out for it! It is a good deal.

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Chicago
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65 reviews 65 reviews
43 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 March 2013

I have been to this restaurant for lunch and dinner. The food and service have always been very good. Lunch service is fast and efficient. Dinner offers a slower paced meal to enjoy the tasty dishes. They offer the usual Thai staples -- Pad Thai, Basil fried rice, green and red curries. Dinner specials I have tried include Basil Duck... More

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Waukegan, Illinois
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7 reviews 7 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 November 2012

This is a nice Thai food. The waitress recommended one of the most spiciest entrees: PAD KHING - Stir-fried your choice of meat with green beans,bell pepper in home-made ginger redcurry paste, which was VERY SPICY and LIKED it a lot. My wife had MUD-SA-MUN CURRY - Beef marinated with light peanut curry, very soft and delicate, which was also... More

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Hollywood, FL
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 November 2012

Saw some decent reviews. Thought I'd try. Ambiance is good. The food wasn't. Tried three different items. Salad, soup and entree. None seemed worthwhile. Bland, improperly cooked. Service was decent, not great. Perhaps it was their off day. Just didn't work for me.

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Buffalo Grove, Illinois
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70 restaurant reviews
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22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 August 2012 via mobile

We tried this place out for delivery and the food was really good, and very fresh. It was not at all over-cooked or oily like you get at some Asian restaurants. The delivery service was extremely quick and we are over 6 miles away.

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Libertyville, Illinois
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57 reviews 57 reviews
40 restaurant reviews
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18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 July 2012

I like the food at Green Basil and have never had a bad meal. I especially like many of the curry and noodle dishes. At a recent visit I tried something new and ordered the Filet Panang. The grilled seasoned beef tenderloin served over spicy panang curry sauce was very chewy. I expected the meat to be tender, and to... More

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Lake Forest, Illinois
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6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

Food is nice! Ambiance is good. Really enjoyed...............................................................................

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