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Hours
| Friday | 11 AM–3 PM, 5–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 12–3:30 PM, 5–8:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | 11 AM–3 PM, 5–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–3 PM, 5–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–3 PM, 5–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–3 PM, 5–8:30 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 718 S Los Angeles St space A, Los Angeles, CA 90014
Phone: (213) 559-4994
Website: http://www.holybasildtla.com/
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Reviews
Deseret Weeks
What I ordered was not at all like the description. Wagyu beef? You mean hamburger? No veggies either when there was supposed to be. Just rice, hamburger, and chili spice. Tasted good but not nearly worth $16.50! This gave me an upset stomach the rest of the day. So greasy… “Wagyu” is such a scam. Lean is way more healthy.
… moreRebe E.
I work in DTLA, so we went to try it out, the first time we ate there it was fabulous, the rice was fresh, the curry was amazing and the chicken looked clean. So yes, the food was great, the wait was reasonable, and I couldn’t wait to go back. Then we ordered delivery, it arrived we’re super excited to dig in! Well the rice was not fresh, the curry sauce was good! BUT the chicken was beyond disgusting! dark gooey meat, more skin than meat and let’s just say I couldn’t eat it. My coworker decided that we should try it again and give Holy Basil the benefit of the doubt. Well we did, we ordered, each one of us paid $28 that’s for the bowl of curry plus delivery. Once again the rice was soggy, and sticky at the same time, but, not really hot. The curry SAUCE is good, then you see a few pieces of zuchini and the worst looking pieces of chicken I have ever seen! It was as if they decided to dump all of the left over BUMPY SKIN into the curry. I can’t ever do this again and I recommend that if you really want to give the Holy Basil a try then go in early enough, that they don’t tell you it’ll take over 45 minutes to be served. BUT, please do yourself a favor and DON’T order delivery. I was beyond disgusted and disappointed especially because the first time I tried it, at the location, I went back to my office and raved about the place. It’s sad to see that you start out with a great place, great food and as time goes by the quality goes from good to the worse. This is my honest 100% review.
… moreMasha Kaznachey
Holy Basil is instant comfort that teleports you home. The dishes are flawlessly executed and the flavors are consistently on point. The vibe of this hidden gem reminds you of your family’s kitchen and I feel like a kid again full of excitement from the escaping aromas. I lean heavy into firing the menu family style and always look forward to memorable meals shared. Their take out withstands LA traffic to the far away land of Santa Monica. Service is hands down the friendliest in town.
… moreLauren Donahoe
I grabbed pick up for me and a few friends and I really wish we ate at the dining hall. I love how there were lots of windows and tables so you pop in for a quick bite. The service was super fast and the staff were really friendly. Next time I plan to spend more time. I will say the spice level was mild so keep that in mind when you order.
… morekimmie yan
Okay, it’s hectic here. Ordering at the window takes a while because they’re slow to notice you. The place is loud, parking is weird and a little sketchy, and it’s literally a block from Skid Row so lingering outside isn’t always great.
However.
Everything we ate was delicious – exactly the right spice level to satisfy all of our palates, excellent balance of seasonings, fresh veggies and revelatory sauces, and addictive broth and fried pork.
My green curry was wonderfully flavorful with tender chicken and fresh veggies, my friend’s tom yum goong with noodles was gorgeously fragrant, her hubby’s moo krob slab was crunchy perfection…but it was the eggplant & kabocha squash that blew us all away with its fiery sauce. I cannot stop thinking about it, and will crave it daily until I can have it again.
Definitely trying the Atwater Village location next!
… moreHowever.
Everything we ate was delicious – exactly the right spice level to satisfy all of our palates, excellent balance of seasonings, fresh veggies and revelatory sauces, and addictive broth and fried pork.
My green curry was wonderfully flavorful with tender chicken and fresh veggies, my friend’s tom yum goong with noodles was gorgeously fragrant, her hubby’s moo krob slab was crunchy perfection…but it was the eggplant & kabocha squash that blew us all away with its fiery sauce. I cannot stop thinking about it, and will crave it daily until I can have it again.
Definitely trying the Atwater Village location next!
Jose Colmenares
Wow! The Gra Pow Moo Krob w/ a fried egg on top is delicious. The food comes with chilies, but I recommend you ask for it without the chiles, because it can get so spicy. Even for me who is used to spicy food. This place is highly reviewed and I concur. Location is meh, in the middle of downtown, but hey! It’s worth the visit.
… moreJenae Lien
Bursting with flavors and tastes homemade, I’m a big fan of Holy Basil.
They do not carry Thai tea but they do carry a fantastic selection of fine wine, sake, sparkling wine and beer.
Their seating area is a whole vibe and makes you feel like you’re in Thailand with the red crates and red plastic stools.
No modifications to orders, and honestly they know best!
Favorite dishes are the Moo Krob Slab (takes 48 hours to prep before it’s baked then fried.)
Their Grandma’s Fish Fried rice literally tastes like someone’s grandma cooked a dish that everyone raves about. Their egg rolls are long and thin, definitely a favorite too.
… moreThey do not carry Thai tea but they do carry a fantastic selection of fine wine, sake, sparkling wine and beer.
Their seating area is a whole vibe and makes you feel like you’re in Thailand with the red crates and red plastic stools.
No modifications to orders, and honestly they know best!
Favorite dishes are the Moo Krob Slab (takes 48 hours to prep before it’s baked then fried.)
Their Grandma’s Fish Fried rice literally tastes like someone’s grandma cooked a dish that everyone raves about. Their egg rolls are long and thin, definitely a favorite too.
Brent Cham
Stumbled across a review for this cute little Thai spot downtown. It’s in sort of a food hall with one or two other places. Plastic chairs and small tables. No waiter. You order at the window. Feels a bit hipster but also a bit true to Bangkok street fare.
Our server/cashier/food runner wasn’t rude but was a bit over it (probably because he’s doing everything but the cooking) but we’ll forgive him because the food was fantastic.
This is some of the best Thai food I’ve had in LA. Started off with this amazing light, sweet sake. For apps we got the chicken wings which were cooked to perfection, crispy, not at all greasy, and had this salty sweet flavor to them. One of the best Asian wings I’ve ever had.
Next had the green curry which felt very fresh like it was made from scratch and not from a paste. It was bright, punchy, and there was a sweetness that brought it all together. The yellow curry rigatoni was different but grew on me. Had such a unique flavor. The Gra Pow was solid, love the fried egg on top. And the fried pork belly was absolutely divine. Crispy, not terribly fatty, tons of flavor, and came with a herby green sauce.
Love this place will def come back. Portion sizes are small but 4 dishes and one app easily filled 4 of us up. Came out to about $40 each with tax and the sake. So pretty fair.
… moreOur server/cashier/food runner wasn’t rude but was a bit over it (probably because he’s doing everything but the cooking) but we’ll forgive him because the food was fantastic.
This is some of the best Thai food I’ve had in LA. Started off with this amazing light, sweet sake. For apps we got the chicken wings which were cooked to perfection, crispy, not at all greasy, and had this salty sweet flavor to them. One of the best Asian wings I’ve ever had.
Next had the green curry which felt very fresh like it was made from scratch and not from a paste. It was bright, punchy, and there was a sweetness that brought it all together. The yellow curry rigatoni was different but grew on me. Had such a unique flavor. The Gra Pow was solid, love the fried egg on top. And the fried pork belly was absolutely divine. Crispy, not terribly fatty, tons of flavor, and came with a herby green sauce.
Love this place will def come back. Portion sizes are small but 4 dishes and one app easily filled 4 of us up. Came out to about $40 each with tax and the sake. So pretty fair.
J
As a huge Thai food lover, I make it a point to try local Thai spots wherever I go — and this place definitely stands out! We ordered the Pad Kee Mao and Pad See Ew, and both were extremely delicious. The ingredients tasted fresh, and I really appreciated the depth of flavor from the Thai spices they use. The Pad See Ew had a nice touch with sliced garlic mixed in — such a great detail that elevated the dish.
What really impressed me was how flavorful everything was compared to other Thai spots in town. You can tell they take pride in their recipes and use authentic ingredients.
The only downside for me was the portion size for the price — it felt a little on the small side. For the cost, I don’t think one dish is quite enough to leave you full. That said, the quality is high, and I’d still come back for the flavors alone!
… moreWhat really impressed me was how flavorful everything was compared to other Thai spots in town. You can tell they take pride in their recipes and use authentic ingredients.
The only downside for me was the portion size for the price — it felt a little on the small side. For the cost, I don’t think one dish is quite enough to leave you full. That said, the quality is high, and I’d still come back for the flavors alone!
Marco Moliterni
The kind of restaurant you come home from and eat a snack after. Staff was nice but food was very disappointing particularly the totally dried out egg rolls. Price to serving ratio is just not it, especially when you’re sitting in an empty room that feels like some tech company’s cafeteria.
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