Sweet Basil – Thai
Sweet Basil invites diners into a world of culinary whimsy where the briny freshness of Glacier Bay oysters and silky hamachi crudo meet the decadent, unexpected delight of a savory lobster donut. The kitchen balances coastal elegance with rustic comfort, serving up pillowy ricotta gnocchi and golden Argentine shrimp toast in a vibrant space that hums with creative energy. Every plate, from the velvety foie gras torchon to the crunch of crispy calamari, is a colorful celebration of texture and flavor designed for lingering over shared bites and spirited conversation.
Gore Creek Drive https://sweetbasilvail.comRating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Thai
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, raw-food, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Sweet Basil
Dairy-Free at Sweet Basil
Sweet Basil in Vail has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Hamachi Crudo, Salad Addition: Argentine Red Shrimp and Glacier Bay Oysters. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Sweet Basil
Sweet Basil in Vail has 6 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Hamachi Crudo, Salad Addition: Argentine Red Shrimp and Glacier Bay Oysters. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Sweet Basil
Sweet Basil in Vail has 18 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including House-Made Ice Cream or Sorbet, Loch Etive Steelhead Salmon and Hamachi Crudo. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Sweet Basil
Sweet Basil in Vail has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Saratoga Sparkling Mineral Water (750ml). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Sweet Basil
Sweet Basil in Vail has 3 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Glacier Bay Oysters, Saratoga Sparkling Mineral Water (750ml) and Salad Addition: Chicken. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Sweet Basil
Sweet Basil in Vail has 2 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Saratoga Sparkling Mineral Water (750ml) and Mountain Time Lager. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Sweet Basil
Sweet Basil in Vail has 10 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including House-Made Ice Cream or Sorbet, The Igloo and If You Like Pina Coladas. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Sweet Basil
Sweet Basil in Vail has 7 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Hamachi Crudo, Salad Addition: Argentine Red Shrimp and Glacier Bay Oysters. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Sweet Basil
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Salad Addition: Loch Etive Steelhead Salmon | 30.4 g | 61.8 g |
| Five Spice Duck Tacos | 16.4 g | 58.6 g |
| Salad Addition: Chicken | 16 g | 50.2 g |
| Salad Addition: Argentine Red Shrimp | 32.5 g | 41.6 g |
| Fysh Chowder | 48.7 g | 29.8 g |
| Mountain Time Lager | 26.7 g | 27.8 g |
| Caramelized Beet Salad | 80.6 g | 23.3 g |
| Salad Addition: Steak | 29.2 g | 21.6 g |
| The Igloo | 115 g | 19.3 g |
| Korean Fried Chicken Sandwich | 38.9 g | 18.8 g |
| Lombardi Bros. Loin Burger | 56.7 g | 18.5 g |
| Foie Gras Torchon | 114.4 g | 17.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests appreciate the approachable and casual atmosphere at Sweet, highlighting it as a reliable choice for a relaxed dinner with friends. Reviewers note the steady service and unpretentious environment, praising the setting for
Menu
Bites & Appetizers
- Lobster Donut - $23: lobster bavarian, caviar, meyer lemon glaze Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hamachi Crudo - $26: guajillo leche de tigre, sweet potato, serrano chilis, cilantro agrumato Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Raw-Food, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ahi Tuna Tostaditas - $27: whipped avocado, yuzu kosho, shiso, red corn masa Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Glacier Bay Oysters - $30: green apple, horseradish, celery Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ricotta Gnocchi - $20: artichokes, ciliegine mozzarella, caper berries, toasted almonds, smoked tomato butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cauliflower Cappelletti - $19: white cheddar fonduta, brown butter maitakes, golden raisins, pumpernickel Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Shrimp & Calamari - $26: sweet thai chili sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Whipped Feta - $20: apple cider honey, molasses apple butter, pink peppercorns Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Foie Gras Torchon - $26: blue corn gordita, sweet potato, madeira brown sugar syrup, sesame pumpkin nut crunch Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Argentine Shrimp Toast - $23: green onion aioli, celery root, everything spice chili crisp, brioche Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Caesar Salad - $18: garlic bread crunch, white anchovy, kohlrabi, parmesan, egg Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caramelized Beet Salad - $22: benton's country ham, coconut beet puree, goat's milk yogurt, blood orange, hazelnuts Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Lombardi Bros. Loin Burger - $28: bone marrow & black pepper aioli, caramelized onion jam, ny white cheddar Dietary tags: GERD-Friendly Available at: dinner, lunch
- Loch Etive Steelhead Salmon - $34: quinoa & cranberries, roasted root vegetables, dill yogurt, smoked almonds Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fysh Chowder - $34: scallops, rock shrimp & clams, fingerling potatoes, celery root, guanciale, puff pastry Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rye Soba Noodles - $27: furikake red shrimp, green onion, wasabi greens, shellfish dashi Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ahi Tuna Pizza Fritta - $32: sesame peanut chili crisp, avocado kewpie, cucumber & herb salad, lime namasu Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Korean Fried Chicken Sandwich - $24: crunchy vegetable slaw, cucumber, cilantro, kimchi mayo, kimchi dust Available at: dinner, lunch
- Icelandic Cod - $49: mushroom and shrimp mousseline, tempura maitakes, yuzu butter, black garlic miso Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lump Blue Crab Bucatini - $56: crab butter hollandaise, pecorino locatelli, chives Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Five Spice Duck Tacos - $50: lacquered breast, duck confit, soft herb salad, crepes, pistachio, cassis glace Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Colorado Beef Filet - $65: pepita mole rojo, kabocha squash humita, squash sabayon, sesame salsa macha Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner
- Iberian Duroc Pork - $59: shishito poppers, butternut squash, pecorino leeks, hazelnuts, maple bacon glaze Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Lamb Loin - $63: apple fennel soubise, fingerling potatoes, lamb sausage, mint chimichurri Dietary tags: South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Sticky Toffee Pudding Cake - $16: myers's rum sauce, brown sugar rum ice cream, peanut brittle Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- If You Like Pina Coladas - $15: caramelized pineapple, coconut brown sugar crumble, coconut macaroon, coconut semifreddo, passionfruit caramel Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Lemon & Fennel - $15: lemon curd, fennel & brown sugar crumble, lemon basil sorbet, fennel granita Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- The Igloo - $19: white chocolate hazelnut blocks, dark chocolate raspberry mousse, linzer cookie, cacao nib ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- House-Made Ice Cream or Sorbet - $9: Rotating Selection Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Saratoga Sparkling Mineral Water (750ml) - $7: Lively Bubbled Sparkling Mineral Water Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Rocky Mountain Root Beer - $5: Warm Vanilla, Caramel, Creamy Sassafras, Cinnamon & Nutmeg Notes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Fever Tree Ginger Beer - $5: 6.7 Fluid Ounces
- Iced Tea - $5: Freshly Brewed Every Day
- Soft Drinks - $4: Coke, Diet, Ginger Ale, Dr. Pepper, Sprite
- Perfect Margarita - $16: suerte blanco tequila, lime, family jones triple sec, grand marnier
- Mountain Time Lager - $8: premium lager, 4.4%, colorado Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal
Add-ons
- Salad Addition: Chicken - $10 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Salad Addition: Steak - $24 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, AIP, Renal, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Salad Addition: Loch Etive Steelhead Salmon - $21 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Salad Addition: Argentine Red Shrimp - $19 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Sweet Basil
- Is Sweet Basil dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Sweet Basil has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Hamachi Crudo, Salad Addition: Argentine Red Shrimp and Glacier Bay Oysters.
- What can I eat at Sweet Basil on a dairy-free diet?
- Hamachi Crudo, Salad Addition: Argentine Red Shrimp and Glacier Bay Oysters carry the dairy-free tag, out of 6 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Sweet Basil have vegan options?
- Yes. 2 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Saratoga Sparkling Mineral Water (750ml) and Mountain Time Lager.
- Is Sweet Basil gluten-free?
- 6 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Sweet Basil?
- Salad Addition: Loch Etive Steelhead Salmon, at roughly 61.8g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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