Bangkok Basil

I recently dined at Bangkok Basil in Redmond. The ambiance of the restaurant is genuinely charming, with a decor that truly pops, adding to the overall dining experience. It's a cute spot that feels welcoming right from the entrance.The food at Bangkok Basil stands out for its flavorful but not overly salty taste, striking a good balance that can be hard to find in similar cuisine. I tried several dishes during my visit:* Yellow Curry with Salmon: The curry itself was flavorful, rich, and aromatic, a delight to the senses. However, while the salmon added a lovely texture and flavor complement to the curry, the portion of the salmon was quite small, especially considering the additional $8 charge for it. This was a bit disappointing and felt on the pricier side for what was offered.* Pad Kee Mao with Tofu: This dish was a hit, with the tofu being perfectly cooked and the spices bringing out the best in the wide noodles. It was a comforting dish with just the right amount of heat.* Sweet Basil with Eggplant: A lovely blend of flavors that married well together. The eggplant was tender, and the sweet basil brought a fresh, aromatic quality to the dish that was very enjoyable.* Pad Woon Sen with Chicken: This glass noodle dish was light yet satisfying. The chicken was well-seasoned, and the vegetables added a nice crunch.Additionally, I decided to order a small bag of sticky rice. I was taken aback by the $6 price tag for just a small portion. While the sticky rice itself was okay and went well with the curries, the cost seemed steep for what is typically considered a basic staple.Bangkok Basil offers a good dining experience with its charming ambiance and well-prepared dishes. The overall pricing seemed high for the small portion sizes offered, so if you're hungry and in search of a sizable meal, you might find yourself still looking for more.

This was our go-to place in the Redmond area. Not too far from downtown Redmond and in the general area where we were staying. We ate in one night and then two nights later we ordered DoorDash pick up which was convenient since it was on the way back from downtown Seattle. The portions looked deceptively small but upon eating there was plenty for two servings so that worked out nicely.I had the stir fry ginger which was full of vegetables. We picked up the fresh wraps with tofu which were good with peanut sauce included.The mango rice was also well received. The business is small very few tables (they do a lot of take out) but very cozy and tastefully decorated for the holidays. The service was quick and I was surprised how fast the food came up. They get high marks for fast and tasty. I'll be back again when in the area.

A cute mom-pop shop in a strip mall near the highway on ramp. We had passed by this place a bunch of times while driving and made a point to go recently. I'm glad we did!The interior is warmly decorated albeit a bit small. Although we weren't greeted right away, we were seated promptly. There was a large party taking up half the seats and it seemed like there may have only been a few people working; we only saw the hostess on the floor and heard one voice coming from the kitchen. As we had our dinner, more people joined the group and a solo diner got a table behind us.We each ordered an entree and got pot stickers to share. Our guest hadn't only eaten at one Thai restaurant in his life so he ordered what he had before. As this was a new-to-us place, we also ordered our staples as a litmus test.Pot Stickers: Classic dumplings with a zippy vinaigrette.Tom Yum Soup: Our friend said the flavor was good but it was different from what he anticipated - he thought his order would come with noodles. As he was our guest, we encouraged him to order a side of them to add to his soup, but he declined.Pad Kee Mao: Surprisingly flavorful since considering I ordered this not spicy (I didn't even say 1 star). Generous portion and a decent amount of vegetables and tofu. The noodles could have been crispier, but they overall experience positive.Red Curry: My husband's order, which I can't recall the feedback... BUT he did eat it all. I'll come back to this.

Bangkok Basil is located at a busy street corner/strip-mall in Redmond. While we dined-in, there were only one other table eating there the entire time. Every customer did take-out only, and there were many, many take-out orders. The place is small with maybe 10 tables. It's moderately decorated on top of older looking furniture. It is sufficient for a mom & pop type of neighborhood restaurant. Only one lady serviced the dining room; I suspect they know their business is mostly take-out. She was amicably sufficient. The menu has all the typical and expected dishes, except one. If there is anything unusual, I am ordering it! The prices seem comparable, but they have higher upcharges for prawns (+$5), seafood (+$6), and sub-Brown Rice ($3.50, yikes!). The place I normally go to (7 minutes away) charges prawns (+$3), seafood (+$5), and brown rice ($0.00!!!). These three are all important to me in a Thai menu. This might explain why I have ignored them for years. The Food:Avocado Curry with Tofu, 4-star spicy, $19.95 - 4.5 StarsThis is the one less common dish on the menu. Other places have it, but definitely less common. Chunks of avocado is added to a typical green curry. Green curry has a sharper taste than yellow and red, but the creamy avocado nullifies it nicely. Yummy dish. I would have wanted brown rice, but I sure am not paying $3.50 for it. Roast Duck Curry, $22.95 - 4 StarsBoneless piece of duck in a red curry sauce. It met expectations.Pad See-Ew with chicken, $17.95 - 3.5 StarsThe noodles are way overcooked and lifeless. However, the dish has good wok-hei and good flavor. I am giving them a passing grade.

I used to go here a lot when the Celtic Bayou was around, it used to be way better imo. Hard to say why but last few times I went it felt a bit off.

I really wish I could give this place 4 stars, but the price is really holding me back. I honestly enjoyed the food and it felt very comforting and homey to me. The crispy garlic chicken isn't like the typical crispy garlic chicken you find at other Thai restaurants because this one is more of a saucey dish. Still tasted good though. The biggest letdown was the price. I can't justify paying so much money for small portions :/

I love Thai food and I love finding new places that really bring the flavor and spice! My husband and I were on a Saturday morning adventure and stopped here in Redmond wanting to have Thai food.Bangkok Basil offers a wide variety of Thai dishes with spice levels ranging from 1 to 5. The parking was very easy and lots of space. The inside decor was unique and I loved that! The server was super friendly! My personal favorite was the green curry with chicken! It had so much chicken and veggies and the portions definitely were big enough to keep you full for a while!I would love to come back and try more dishes. If you're in the Redmond area, please come by and try this place! You won't regret it :)

Had to reward myself with some flavorful Tom Kha soup here with noodles or rice. So delicious. It's the perfect comfort food!

Oh man, where do I start? This really is the best. I feel like I was transported back to my days in Bangkok!We ordered tamarind prawns, pad Thai, green curry, and a Thai iced tea. The tamarind prawns were not memorable, tasted like coconut shrimp but w/ tamarind. However, even though the tamarind prawns were a skip, the rest of the dishes were bursting with flavor. Love the ambiance and the service was exceptional! They are so friendly! They even gave us an extra spring roll for free with smiles. I probably could eat here everyday if I could! I highly highly recommend.

I really doubt there is another place in Redmond matching the stature of Bangkok Basil when it comes to taste. The Thai Egg rolls were similar to spring rolls and were delicious. Pad Kee Mao was yummy - got 5/5 spicy - well it wasn't that hot tbh. Banana with Coconut milk was an interesting dessert. I know they make Mango with Sticky rice the best but that's seasonal. So I opted to try this out.Service was surprisingly quick this time. Ambience is average.