Thai Basil Cornwall Vancouver

    🍜 Thai Basil in Kitsilano offers authentic Thai dishes just steps from Kits Beach.

    Enjoy customer favorites like Pad Thai, Green Curry, Cashew Chicken, and Tom Yum Koong in a cozy, casual setting. With lunch specials, frozen meal packs, and takeout or delivery options, it’s a local favorite for flavorful Thai food near the beach.

    🌟 Known for Pad Thai, Green Curry.

    🍽️ Thai Basil Menu

    See the full Thai Basil menu in Vancouver, including popular dishes and house favourites.

    🍀 Appetizers

    Prawns Wraps (5)

    Tiger prawns wrapped in wonton skins, served with plum sauce.

    Deep Fried Tofu

    Golden fried tofu with plum sauce, crushed peanuts, and cilantro.

    Spring Rolls (4)

    Crispy rolls stuffed with cabbage, carrot, and vermicelli, served with plum sauce.

    Half Spring Rolls (2)

    Smaller portion of spring rolls with cabbage, carrot, and vermicelli, served with plum sauce.

    Chicken Satay (4)

    Skewers of spiced chicken tender, grilled and served with peanut sauce.

    Fish Cake (2)

    Fried fish cakes blended with curry paste, lime leaves, and green bean, paired with sweet chili sauce.

    πŸ₯— Salads

    Grilled Beef Salad

    Grilled beef with onions, cucumbers, and tomatoes tossed in a spicy chili-garlic dressing over greens.

    Laab – Chicken or Pork

    Minced meat salad with chili, shallots, green onion, mint, and roasted rice in lime dressing.

    Thai Noodle Salad

    Bean vermicelli with ground chicken, prawns, onions, and tomatoes tossed in spicy chili-garlic dressing over greens.

    Num Tok – Pork or Beef

    Spicy meat salad with chili, shallots, mint, roasted rice, and lime dressing.

    Mixed Veggie Salad

    Broccoli, carrot, cabbage, and cauliflower tossed in creamy coconut-lime dressing.

    Som Tum (Papaya Salad)

    Shredded green papaya with garlic, chili, green beans, carrots, tomatoes, and peanuts in spicy lime dressing.

    🍲 Soups

    Tom Yum Koong

    Hot and sour broth with prawns, mushrooms, and Thai herbs.

    Tom Ka Gai

    Coconut-based hot and sour soup with chicken, mushrooms, and Thai herbs.

    Tom Yum Noodle Soup

    Hot and sour broth with rice noodles, prawns, ground chicken, mushrooms, and herbs.

    Kywteiw Moo Tun

    Pork broth with stewed pork, pork balls, vermicelli, bean sprouts, and Chinese five spices, topped with green onion and cilantro.

    Thai Noodle Soup

    Fresh rice noodles with sprouts and herbs, topped with green onion and cilantro. Choice of chicken, pork, beef, or tofu.

    πŸ› Curries

    (Choice of chicken, beef, pork, or tofu; prawns available for extra)

    Green Curry

    Medium spiced curry with eggplants and basil.

    Yellow Curry

    Milder curry with potatoes, fried onions, and cilantro.

    Red Curry

    Medium spiced red curry with bamboo shoots, peppers, and basil.

    Massaman Curry

    Mild curry with cashews, onion, tomato, and potatoes.

    Kang Daeng Sapparod

    Red curry with asparagus, pineapple, tomatoes, and basil.

    Panang Curry

    Thick red curry with beans, carrots, peanuts, and lime leaves.

    πŸ₯’ EntrΓ©es

    Eggplants & Basil

    Wok-fried Japanese eggplants with peppers and onions in garlic chili sauce, finished with basil.

    Cashew Nuts

    Chicken breast stir-fried with peppers, mushrooms, onions, and carrots in medium-spiced chili oil, topped with cashews.

    Pad Khing

    Peppers, onions, and mushrooms stir-fried with fresh ginger in garlic sauce.

    Pad Ped

    Stir-fried peppers, lime leaves, and eggplant with spicy red curry paste.

    Pad Prik Khing

    Green beans, peppers, and lime leaves wok-fried in spicy curry paste.

    Vegetarian Wok

    Seasonal vegetables wok-fried with mushrooms, sprouts, and a choice of curry, garlic, or soy chili sauce.

    Broccoli Garlic Sauce

    Tender broccoli stir-fried in garlic sauce.

    Swimming Rama

    Steamed broccoli with rich Thai peanut sauce.

    BBQ Chicken (4 pcs)

    Grilled marinated chicken with dipping sauce.

    Thai Fried Rice

    Jasmine rice stir-fried with onions, gai lan, egg, and tomato.

    Pineapple Fried Rice

    Jasmine rice wok-fried with pineapple, raisins, onions, and tomato.

    🍜 Noodles

    Pad Thai

    Stir-fried rice noodles with sprouts, tofu, prawns, egg, and green onions, topped with peanuts and cilantro.

    Pad Thai BKK

    Traditional tamarind-based Pad Thai with tofu, pork, sprouts, and egg, topped with prawns and peanuts.

    Pad Mee

    Brown rice vermicelli stir-fried with peppers, cabbage, tomato, sprouts, and egg in garlic sauce.

    Pad Kee Mao (Drunken Noodles)

    Stir-fried rice noodles with peppers, cabbage, tomatoes, sprouts, and basil in garlic chili sauce.

    Pad See-Ew

    Rice noodles stir-fried with gai lan, sprouts, carrots, cabbage, and egg.

    Kywteiw Heang Moo

    Dry rice noodles with pork, prawns, bean sprouts, Chinese celery, gai lan, peanuts, and cilantro, served with a side soup.

    🍹 Drinks

    Thai Iced Tea

    Sweet and creamy Thai-style black tea.

    Thai Iced Coffee

    Strong Thai coffee blended with cream.

    Coconut Juice

    Refreshing chilled coconut drink.

    Coke

    Classic Coca-Cola.

    Sprite

    Crisp lemon-lime soda.

    Ginger Ale

    Refreshing ginger soda.

    San Pellegrino

    Light sparkling mineral water.

    Vitamin Water

    Flavored nutrient-infused water.

    Snapple

    Assorted fruit tea and juice blends.

    Jasmine / Ginger Tea

    Hot herbal teas available in jasmine or ginger.

    πŸ₯« Curry Sauces (Take-Home)

    Green Curry Sauce

    Aromatic coconut curry with Thai basil and eggplant.

    Yellow Curry Sauce

    Mild coconut curry with potato and onion.

    Red Curry Sauce

    Medium spiced curry with bamboo shoots and peppers.

    Massaman Curry Sauce

    Rich curry with cashews, tomato, onion, and potato.

    Peanut Sauce

    Creamy roasted peanut sauce with a hint of sweetness.

    Sweet Onion Dressing

    Light, tangy dressing made with sweet onions.

    πŸ₯— Lunch Specials

    (Before 3:30pm)

    Pad Thai with Salad

    Rice noodles wok-fried with sprouts, egg, green onions, and tofu. Topped with a tiger prawn, crushed peanuts, and fresh cilantro. Served with side salad.

    BBQ Chicken with Rice & Salad (2 pcs)

    Marinated grilled chicken, served with chicken sauce, steamed rice, and salad.

    Curry with Rice & Salad

    Choice of Green, Red, Yellow, Massaman, or Kaeng Daeng curry served with rice and fresh salad.

    Vegetarian Wok with Rice

    Seasonal mixed vegetables stir-fried with sprouts and mushrooms in your choice of curry, garlic, or spicy soya bean sauce.

    Eggplants & Basil with Rice

    Japanese eggplants wok-fried with peppers and onions in garlic-chili sauce, finished with Thai basil.

    Thai Noodle Soup (Lunch Size)

    Fresh rice noodles in a light broth with bean sprouts, topped with green onions and cilantro. Choice of chicken, pork, beef, or tofu.

    Pad See Ew with Salad

    Fresh rice noodles stir-fried with gai lan, cabbage, carrots, sprouts, and egg. Served with salad.

    Pineapple Fried Rice Lunch

    Thai jasmine rice wok-fried with pineapple, onions, raisins, and tomatoes.

    Cashew Nuts with Rice & Salad

    Choice of chicken breast or tofu stir-fried with peppers, carrots, onions, and mushrooms in a medium chili-oil sauce, finished with cashew nuts.

    Pad Prik Khing with Rice

    Green beans, peppers, and lime leaves stir-fried with spicy red curry paste.

    Thai Basil Menu Prices

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    Monday 11:30 am – 9:00 pm
    Tuesday 11:30 am – 9:00 pm
    Wednesday 11:30 am – 9:00 pm
    Thursday 11:30 am – 9:00 pm
    Friday 11:30 am – 10:00 pm
    Saturday 11:30 am – 10:00 pm
    Sunday 12:00 pm – 9:00 pm

    ⭐ Thai Basil Favourites

    Pad Thai

    Stir-fried rice noodles with prawns, tofu, egg, bean sprouts, green onions, crushed peanuts, and cilantro.

    Green Curry

    Coconut-based curry with a medium spice, featuring eggplant, bell peppers, and basil. Available with chicken, beef, pork, or tofu.

    Cashew Chicken

    Chicken breast wok-fried with peppers, onions, carrots, and mushrooms in chili oil sauce, finished with crunchy cashews.

    Tom Yum Koong

    Hot and sour soup with prawns, mushrooms, and traditional Thai herbs.

    Pineapple Fried Rice

    Jasmine rice wok-fried with pineapple, raisins, onions, and tomatoes for a sweet and savory flavor.

    Swimming Rama

    Steamed broccoli topped with Thai peanut sauce for a rich and creamy finish.

    Pad See Ew

    Wide rice noodles stir-fried with gai lan, egg, carrots, cabbage, and bean sprouts in a savory soy sauce.

    ⭐ Recommended Dishes

    Green Curry Fried Rice

    Jasmine rice fried with peppers, eggplant, basil, and curry sauce, topped with a fried egg.

    Pad Gra Prow

    Minced chicken, beef, or pork stir-fried with garlic, chili, and holy basil, served on rice with a fried egg.

    Pla Sam Rod

    Basa fillet with onion, pineapple, and peppers in chili garlic tamarind sauce.

    🍽️ Dining Experience

    Relaxed and cozy atmosphere with casual indoor seating.

    Family-friendly, ideal for both dine-in meals and quick takeout.

    Generous portion sizes and authentic Thai flavors across the menu.

    Known for consistency with other Thai Basil locations in Vancouver.

    πŸ…ΏοΈ Parking & Accessibility

    Street parking available along Cornwall Ave and nearby residential streets.

    Paid lots near Kitsilano Beach provide additional spaces.

    Easily reached by bus routes #2 (Macdonald/Downtown) and #22 (Knight/Macdonald).

    Wheelchair accessible, though seating may be limited during busy hours.

    πŸ“ Landmarks & Location

    Just steps from Kitsilano Beach and Vanier Park.

    Close to the Vancouver Maritime Museum and the waterfront.

    Surrounded by popular cafΓ©s, shops, and casual eateries along Cornwall Avenue.

    πŸ“± Ordering Options

    Full dine-in service with lunch specials before mid-afternoon.

    Takeout available by phone or walk-in.

    Delivery offered via Uber Eats, SkipTheDishes, and DoorDash.

    Frozen meal packs and curry sauces sold for quick at-home meals.

    πŸ’¬ Customer Feedback

    Customers love the authentic Thai flavors and big portions.

    Dishes like Pad Thai, Cashew Chicken, and Green Curry are standouts.

    Service is consistently described as fast, friendly, and attentive.

    Pricing is praised as good value, especially given the Kitsilano location.

    Some mention limited seating at peak times, but the food quality makes up for it.