Sweet Basil – Thai
Sweet Basil invites guests into a warm, intimate sanctuary where the air is perfumed with the scent of bubbling gouda and savory duck confit. The kitchen masterfully balances rustic comfort and refined technique, turning seasonal treasures like earthy roasted beets and pillowy butternut squash gnocchi into vibrant, soul-warming plates that celebrate the art of the slow, shared meal.
942, Great Plain Avenue, Needham, MA, 02492 +17814449600 https://www.sweetbasilneedham.com/0Cuisine: Thai
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, low-cholesterol, renal, tlc, lectin-free
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Starters
- Warm Goat Cheese and Roasted Beets - $18: Greens, apricots, maple vinaigrette Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baked Gouda - $18: Strawberries, apricots, truffle vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steamed Mussels - $20: White wine broth, garlic, tomato, crostini Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calamari Fritti - $19: Spicy red sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fall Garden Fritters - $17: Zucchini, butternut squash, lemon yogurt, maple syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Butternut Squash Gnocchi Gratinati - $20: Mixed mushrooms, mozzarella, caramelized onion, creamy spinach, herbed breadcrumbs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Duck Confit - $18: Butternut squash gnocchi, apple cider pan sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Brussel Sprouts - $10: Calabrian hot honey, feta, citrus gremolata Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Eggplant Caponata - $10: Tomatoes, olives, capers, griddled sourdough Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stuffed Quahog - $14: Chopped quahog, spicy chorizo, calabrian chili salsa Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Mixed Greens - $16: Tomato, macerated onion, croutons, balsamic vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $16: Anchovy, croutons Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Autumn Crunch Salad - $18: Kale, smoked bacon, sherry vinegar, apples, feta, pickled red onion, balsamic glaze, candied walnuts Available at: dinner, lunch
- Greek Salad - $17: Romaine, feta, croutons, olive, onion, pepper, cucumber, tomato Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Braised Chicken - $29: Vinegar peppers, tomatoes, mushrooms, strozzapreti Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rosemary Chicken - $29: Pancetta, tomatoes, asparagus, garlicky cream sauce, ziti Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bolognese - $29: Beef, sausage, mushrooms, handmade tagliatelle Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Parmesan - $29: Mozzarella, basil marinara sauce, choice of pasta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Shank - $42: Whipped grits, roasted vegetables Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Scampi - $30: Garlic, parsley, tomatoes, white wine sauce, linguini Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Chop - $40: Confit potato medley, broccolini, apricot chutney, balsamic reduction Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Duck & Spinach Rotolo - $30: Duck, ricotta, dried figs, caramelized onions, herb migas, sage Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Meatballs - $30: Veal, pork, beef, melted mozzarella, basil marinara, linguini Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish of the Day - $32: Pan seared salmon, mashed potatoes, asparagus, caper aioli Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bone-in Veal Chop Marsala - $46: Figs, prunes, mushrooms, red wine, choice of pasta Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Handmade Four-Cheese Ravioli - $26: Basil marinara Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baked Mushroom Ragout - $25: Wild mushrooms, gorgonzola cream sauce, truffle pangrattato Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Risotto of the Day - $15: Spinach, mushrooms, caramelized onions, asiago cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Date Cake - $14: Toffee sauce, cinnamon whipped cream, candied pecans Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, GERD-Friendly
- Citrus Olive Oil Cake - $14: Caramelized orange, mascarpone whipped cream, house made sour patch candy Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Flourless Chocolate Cake - $14: Strawberry compote, mint white chocolate ganache, fresh berries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Sex and the Watch City - $14: Vodka, pomegranate, orange liqueur, lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Lectin-Free
- Penichillin' - $14: Bourbon, aperol, ginger, pineapple, bitters Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Uncut Jams - $14: Tequila, strawberry jam, basil, jalapeno tincture Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Espresso Martini - $14: Vodka, coffee liqueur, cold brew, amarula
- Cider Mule (N.A.) - $8: Apple cider, lime, ginger beer Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Peroni Draft - $8: Pale Lager, Italy
Sides
- Half Pint of Pesto - $8: Basil pesto
- Full Pint of Pesto - $15: Basil pesto
Restaurants near Sweet Basil
- Blue Orchid — Thai
- Coconut Thai Cafe — Thai
- Amarin of Thailand II — Thai
- Thai Place — Thai
- S&I Togo — Thai
- Rod Dee — Thai
- Pepper Sky's — Thai
- Eggs & Thai Cafe — Thai
- Phu-Ket Thai Restaurant — Thai
- Mango Thai — Thai
- Wild Blossom — Thai
- Le Du — Thai
