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: keto, low-carb, vegetarian, gluten-free, nut-free, high-protein, dairy-free, vegan, pescatarian, diabetic, mediterranean, sugar-free, plant-based, heart-healthy, low-fat, atkins, high-fiber, anti-inflammatory, clean-eating, low-cholesterol, weight-watchers, volumetrics, detox, tlc, lectin-free, mayo-clinic
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
- Warm Goat Cheese and Roasted Beets - $18: Greens, apricots, maple vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Baked Gouda - $18: Strawberries, apricots, truffle vinaigrette Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Atkins, Lectin-Free
- Steamed Mussels - $20: White wine broth, garlic, tomato, crostini Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Calamari Fritti - $19: Spicy red sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Fall Garden Fritters - $17: Zucchini, butternut squash, lemon yogurt, maple syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
- Butternut Squash Gnocchi Gratinati - $20: Mixed mushrooms, mozzarella, caramelized onion, creamy spinach, herbed breadcrumbs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Duck Confit - $18: Butternut squash gnocchi, apple cider pan sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Crispy Brussel Sprouts - $10: Calabrian hot honey, feta, citrus gremolata Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
- Eggplant Caponata - $10: Tomatoes, olives, capers, griddled sourdough Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Stuffed Quahog - $14: Chopped quahog, spicy chorizo, calabrian chili salsa Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Mixed Greens - $16: Tomato, macerated onion, croutons, balsamic vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Weight-Watchers, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Caesar Salad - $16: Anchovy, croutons Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Volumetrics
- Autumn Crunch Salad - $18: Kale, smoked bacon, sherry vinegar, apples, feta, pickled red onion, balsamic glaze, candied walnuts Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Greek Salad - $17: Romaine, feta, croutons, olive, onion, pepper, cucumber, tomato Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Weight-Watchers, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Braised Chicken - $29: Vinegar peppers, tomatoes, mushrooms, strozzapreti Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Rosemary Chicken - $29: Pancetta, tomatoes, asparagus, garlicky cream sauce, ziti Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Bolognese - $29: Beef, sausage, mushrooms, handmade tagliatelle
- Chicken Parmesan - $29: Mozzarella, basil marinara sauce, choice of pasta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Lamb Shank - $42: Whipped grits, roasted vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Shrimp Scampi - $30: Garlic, parsley, tomatoes, white wine sauce, linguini Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Pork Chop - $40: Confit potato medley, broccolini, apricot chutney, balsamic reduction Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Duck & Spinach Rotolo - $30: Duck, ricotta, dried figs, caramelized onions, herb migas, sage Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- House Meatballs - $30: Veal, pork, beef, melted mozzarella, basil marinara, linguini Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Fish of the Day - $32: Pan seared salmon, mashed potatoes, asparagus, caper aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory
- Bone-in Veal Chop Marsala - $46: Figs, prunes, mushrooms, red wine, choice of pasta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Handmade Four-Cheese Ravioli - $26: Basil marinara Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Baked Mushroom Ragout - $25: Wild mushrooms, gorgonzola cream sauce, truffle pangrattato Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Risotto of the Day - $15: Spinach, mushrooms, caramelized onions, asiago cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Date Cake - $14: Toffee sauce, cinnamon whipped cream, candied pecans Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Citrus Olive Oil Cake - $14: Caramelized orange, mascarpone whipped cream, house made sour patch candy Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Flourless Chocolate Cake - $14: Strawberry compote, mint white chocolate ganache, fresh berries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Sex and the Watch City - $14: Vodka, pomegranate, orange liqueur, lime
- Penichillin' - $14: Bourbon, aperol, ginger, pineapple, bitters
- Uncut Jams - $14: Tequila, strawberry jam, basil, jalapeno tincture
- Espresso Martini - $14: Vodka, coffee liqueur, cold brew, amarula
- Cider Mule (N.A.) - $8: Apple cider, lime, ginger beer
- Peroni Draft - $8: Pale Lager, Italy
- Half Pint of Pesto - $8: Basil pesto
- Full Pint of Pesto - $15: Basil pesto