The Lime Leaf - Basingstoke
The Lime Leaf
Description
Step into The Lime Leaf and let genuine Thai flavours take centre stage. This unpretentious neighbourhood restaurant serves bold, well-priced curries, zingy starters and generous seafood plates that keep regulars coming back. Expect lively, authentic atmosphere, a well-stocked bar with wines and cocktails, and friendly staff who aim to make every meal enjoyable. Whether you’re grabbing a takeaway, settling in for a relaxed dinner or catching a pre-show bite, The Lime Leaf delivers memorable taste and wallet-friendly portions—Thai comfort food done with heart.
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Reservation request for The Lime Leaf
Book ahead at The Lime Leaf—busy pre-show evenings and occasional reservation inconsistencies mean it’s best to call to confirm and request quieter seating.
Feedback
Reviews praise The Lime Leaf’s excellent Thai food and seafood, but note occasional slow service, noisy upstairs seating and some booking issues.
First arrived the restaurant was busy but the server says we could sit out side, I wish she would have said we’re full but ended up waiting a long time to get our starter, then waited another 30 minutes before the first mains turned up but then my partner had to wait another 5- 10 minutes to get hers, My dinner did not taste very nice the chicken tasted like it was frozen and heated up with no seasoning. The starters were not very nice and slightly cold . During our long wait we noticed a consistent supply of deliveroo cyclist turning up for online orders, I understand this might of helped a restaurant survive during covid but those times are gone and now the wait times have shot up because of this. Waste of money the quality has suffered compared to how it used to be run, what a shame the place used to be amazing
The service at this restaurant was very disappointing, as we were virtually neglected for a long time. We had almost finished our main course before receiving the necessary cutlery. The prawn crackers were burnt, although we were not charged for them. The spring rolls were decent, and the Thai beer was enjoyable.
This long-standing restaurant located at the top of Basingstoke town offers a variety of delightful dishes. The service is excellent and the food is expertly prepared. Suitable for vegetarians.
Food was spot on, lunch time desl is really good and will defo be going back. Staff really friendly and happy to help.
The food here is delicious! Eaten in and had a take away several times and the food never fails to disappoint full of flavour and a large menu to choose from. The restaurant itself is very quirky and rustic, but I like it and the staff are all lovely. Cannot recommend highly enough!
Menu
Appetisers
Chilli Duck Spring RollsMarinated duck wrapped + chilli leeks in spring roll pastry served + homemade hoi sin sauce.
£9
Seafood Lover Platter (For Two Persons)Selection of prawn dumpling; calamari; fish cake; prawn toast steamed mussel + spicy lime dressing.
£27
King Prawn Squid In Salt PepperCombinations of king prawns squid deep‐fried in light battered served + chilli mayo.
£9 The Lime Leaf Platter (For Two Persons)spareribs; veg spring roll; prawn toast; chicken skewer chicken wings.
£24 Vegetarian Platter (For Two Persons)£23Modifiers
Set D Seafood£35
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FAQ
More information
Regulars often tip the kitchen and front-of-house with practical advice: mention a showtime or tight schedule when you arrive and the team will commonly prioritise course timing so you can make an evening performance.
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