Basil Inn: Thai Eatery

Basil Inn has been a place I frequent due to its proximity to my house and because it was and still is very delicious. Singaporeans has developed or more likely always had the tastebuds for thai food. They are often not only spicy but also have a good balance of saltiness, sweetness, sourness and umaminess. Having a good balance of such taste will definitely delight one's taste buds. For Basil Inn, I can say that I've seen and ate its food since when it first opened as a small store and, grow and expand to the 3 store-sized eatery it is now.

 This was the eatery when it first opened. It was a mere 20 seater eatery and sure enough, it was always crowded by lunch and dinner time.

This was the newer renovated basil inn. It housed instead of a 20 seater now a 30 seater area and a larger kitchen as well. 

PS: Please, can that local food eatery in the center shift away soon so that there are more places for me to sit when it is extremely crowded?
Now, the store is 3 stores with 2 stores as its main sitting area and one store with 12 seats and a large kitchen and cashier. The area is mostly self-help unless you prefer to wait for a long time. They are a little short on hands so bear with it. But, I can assure that the wait is worth it.

Some of my favorites includes the minced pork/chicken with holy basil, the fried morning glory which is actually kangkong, tom yum soup, and the green curry. Be sure to check the board at the cashier for what food items are sold out for the day. If you are unsure about anything, you can always ask the kind auntie for help. I'm sure she's more than willing to help you.

Truthfully, I never thought of writing a review for basil inn because I eat here so often an it was nothing special that I can post in my blog. However, I have thought about it and everytime someone or a friend comes with me to the downtown east area and is looking for a place to eat, the first question I'll ask would be, "You eat spicy food anot?". Then if the answer is a resounding yes then Basil Inn would be my recommendation. Even if it wasn't a yes, I would still recommend the olive rice and pineapple rice. Both of which aren't spicy at all.

The really spicy food that always never fails to leave me scrambling for water would be the minced meat with holy basil and the morning glory. Make no mistake that the innocent looking friend kangkong is dangerously spicy. Though not the same spiciness as the tom yum which never fails to leave a burning sensation in your stomach even after you leave the place.

Holy Basil with Minced Meat

The main dish would have to be the steam fish with thai dressing. Essentially is steamed fish with coriander, a dash of spring onions and tom yum soup. The fish isn't live but it is definitely fresh and you can see many tables ordering this fish on a weekend night. You would definitely work out a sweat eating this fish. This fish can cost anywhere from $28 to $32 depending on the size.

 Steamed fish with thai dressing

The morning glory here is a favorite and I would order it almost every time I come here to eat and no where else have I tasted a kangkong as delicious as this. It is pure tasty heaven. Dig into crisp and juicy stalks that ooze the flavor of bean sauce, fish sauce and garlic. You have to taste it to understand. But of course, beware that it is extremely spicy for those who cannot take spicy food.

 Stir-Fried Morning Glory

This is a great dish for kids and those who abhor spicy food. It also serves as a great pairing if you are someone who like spicy food but just started adventuring into this new experience. You might want to order this with another spicy food so that your meal isn't like a total hell to you.

 Deep Fried Pork with Garlic

You can really see from here how much I love ordering the stir fried morning glory. Try it and even those that dislike vegetables will suddenly like it.

 Stir-Fried Morning Glory

 Pineapple Rice

 Tom Yum Gai

 Green Curry

Verdict

Ambiance - Ok

Food - Excellent 

Cost - $10 per pax 

Overall - Die Die Must Try! 

Recommended Dishes

Spicy
Minced Meat with Holy Basil
Stir-Fried Morning Glory

Steamed Fish with Thai Dressing

Non-Spicy
Deep Fried Pork with Garlic

Olive Fried Rice

Address

1 Pasir Ris Close, #01-21 , Singapore 519559. 

http://www.facebook.com/TheBasilInn

Opening Hours 

12pm - 10pm

Other Info

No reservations required. 

Walk-in 

No service charge No GST