Thai Basil Thurlow Vancouver

    🍜 Thai Basil on Thurlow in Vancouver (1215 Thurlow St) is a cozy West End favorite serving authentic Thai cuisine.

    Popular dishes include Pad Thai, Green Curry, Cashew Nut Stir-Fry, Massaman Curry, and Pad Kee Mao. Located near Davie Village and English Bay, it’s perfect for dine-in, take-out, or delivery. Known for generous portions, affordable pricing, and bold flavors, Thai Basil offers a welcoming spot for both quick lunches and relaxed dinners.

    🌟 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, served with plum sauce.

    Spring Rolls (4)

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

    Half Spring Rolls (2)

    A smaller portion of crispy rolls filled with cabbage, carrot, and vermicelli. Served with plum sauce.

    Chicken Satay (4)

    Skewered spiced chicken tenders, grilled and served with rich peanut sauce.

    Deep Fried Tofu

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

    Fish Cake (2)

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

    🥗 Salads

    Grilled Beef Salad

    Grilled beef, onions, cucumber, and tomato tossed in a spicy chili garlic dressing on a bed of greens.

    Laab – Chicken or Pork

    A Thai-style salad with chili, shallots, green onion, mint, and roasted rice in lime sauce.

    Mixed Veggie Salad

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

    Num Tok – Beef or Pork

    Spicy salad with chili, shallots, green onion, mint, and roasted rice in lime sauce.

    Som Tum

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

    Thai Noodle Salad

    Bean vermicelli with ground chicken, prawn, onions, and tomatoes tossed in spicy chili garlic dressing. Served on greens.

    🍲 Soups

    Kywteiw Moo Tun

    Pork skirts with vermicelli, pork balls, bean sprouts, and gai lan in a five-spice pork broth with chili vinegar.

    Thai Noodle Soup

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

    Tom Ka Gai

    Hot and sour soup with coconut milk, chicken, mushrooms, and Thai herbs.

    Tom Yum Koong

    Spicy and sour soup with prawns, mushrooms, and Thai herbs.

    Tom Yum Noodle Soup

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

    🍛 Curries

    Green Curry

    Medium-spiced green curry with eggplants and basil.

    Kang Daeng Sapparod

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

    Massaman Curry

    Mild curry with tomatoes, cashew nuts, onion, and potatoes. Vegan-friendly.

    Panang

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

    Red Curry

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

    Yellow Curry

    Milder yellow curry with potatoes, topped with fried onions and cilantro. Vegan-friendly.

    🍚 Rice

    Brown Rice (Small / Large)

    White Rice (Small / Large)

    🍴 Entrées

    BBQ Chicken (4)

    Marinated chicken, grilled and served with Thai dipping sauce.

    Broccoli Garlic Sauce

    Broccoli and bell peppers stir-fried in savory garlic sauce. Option to add protein.

    Cashew Nuts

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

    Eggplants & Basil

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

    Pad Khing

    Mushrooms, peppers, and onions wok-fried with ginger and garlic sauce.

    Pad Ped

    Spicy stir-fry with peppercorns, lime leaves, and eggplants in red curry paste.

    Pad Prik Khing

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

    Pineapple Fried Rice

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

    Swimming Rama

    Steamed broccoli topped with creamy peanut sauce.

    Thai Fried Rice

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

    Vegetarian Wok

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

    🍱 Combinations

    Combination Plate

    Served with rice, salad, and spring roll.

    🍜 Noodles

    Kywteiw Heang

    Dry rice noodles with sliced pork, prawns, ground pork, gai lan, and celery, tossed with cilantro and crushed peanuts. Served with small soup.

    Pad Kee Mao

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

    Pad See-Ew

    Fresh rice noodles wok-fried with gai lan, carrots, cabbage, and sprouts.

    Pad Thai

    Rice noodles stir-fried with tofu, prawns, egg, sprouts, and green onions. Topped with crushed peanuts and cilantro.

    ⭐ Recommended

    Green Curry Fried Rice

    Jasmine rice stir-fried with eggplants, peppers, and basil in green curry sauce. Served with a fried egg.

    Pad Gra Prow

    Minced chicken, pork, or beef stir-fried with garlic, chili, and holy basil. Served over rice with fried egg.

    Pad Thai BKK

    Traditional Pad Thai with tofu, pork, sprouts, and egg in tamarind sauce. Topped with prawns, cilantro, and crushed peanuts. Gluten-free.

    Pla Sam Rod

    Basa fillet wok-fried with pineapple, onions, and peppers in a tamarind chili-garlic sauce.

    🥤 Drinks

    Soda

    Thai Iced Coffee – fixed sugar level

    Thai Iced Tea – fixed sugar level

    Coconut Water (Can)

    🍯 Curry Sauces & Extras

    Green Curry Sauce (250ml / 500ml)

    Yellow Curry Sauce (250ml / 500ml)

    Red Curry Sauce (250ml / 500ml)

    Peanut Sauce (2oz / 250ml / 500ml)

    Sweet Onion Dressing (250ml / 500ml)

    🥢 Lunch Specials

    (Before 3:30 pm)

    BBQ Chicken (2) with Rice & Salad

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

    Cashew Nuts with Rice & Salad

    Stir-fried chicken breast with vegetables, mushrooms, and cashews in chili-oil sauce. Served with rice and salad.

    Curry with Rice & Salad

    Choice of green, red, yellow, massaman, or kaeng deang curry, paired with rice and salad.

    Eggplants & Basil with Rice

    Eggplants stir-fried with peppers, onions, and garlic-chili sauce, topped with basil. Served with rice.

    Thai Noodle Soup Lunch

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

    Pad Prik Khing with Rice

    Green beans, peppers, and lime leaves wok-fried with red curry paste. Served with rice.

    Pad See-Ew with Salad

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

    Pad Thai with Salad

    Rice noodles wok-fried with tofu, prawn, sprouts, egg, and green onions. Served with salad.

    Pineapple Fried Rice Lunch

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

    Vegetarian Wok with Rice

    Mixed vegetables stir-fried in curry, garlic, or spicy soya bean sauce. Served with rice.

    Thai Basil Menu Prices

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

    ⭐ Thai Basil Favourites

    Pad Thai

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

    Green Curry

    A medium-spiced curry with eggplants, bell peppers, and basil in fragrant coconut milk.

    Cashew Nut Stir-Fry

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

    Pad Kee Mao (Drunken Noodles)

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

    Massaman Curry

    Mild curry simmered with potatoes, onion, tomato, and cashews, rich and comforting with a nutty flavor.

    BBQ Chicken

    Marinated and grilled chicken, served with Thai dipping sauce.

    Pad Gra Prow

    Stir-fried minced chicken, pork, or beef with garlic, chili, and holy basil, served with rice and fried egg.

    🍽️ Dining Experience

    Cozy, family-run Thai spot with a relaxed, casual dining atmosphere.

    Interior features simple, welcoming décor, perfect for quick meals or casual dinners.

    Portions are generous and presented with authentic Thai flavors.

    🅿️ Parking & Accessibility

    Parking: Metered street parking available along Thurlow Street and adjacent side streets.

    Transit: Steps away from major bus routes along Davie Street and Burrard Street. Accessible from Yaletown-Roundhouse or Burrard SkyTrain stations with a short walk.

    Wheelchair-accessible entrance for convenient dining.

    📍 Landmarks & Location

    Located in the heart of Vancouver’s West End, just off Davie Street.

    Close to Sunset Beach Park, English Bay, and a short walk from Davie Village.

    Surrounded by cafés, shops, and nightlife, making it a convenient stop before or after exploring the neighborhood.

    📱 Ordering Options

    Dine-in with friendly table service.

    Take-out available directly from the restaurant.

    Delivery offered through major apps like Uber Eats, SkipTheDishes, and DoorDash.

    Lunch specials available daily before 3:30 pm.

    💬 Customer Feedback

    Guests love the authentic flavors and consistency across dishes.

    Praised for being affordable with generous portions.

    Popular with locals for both lunch and dinner thanks to the fast service.

    Casual vibe and warm hospitality make it a neighborhood favorite.