Basil Cafe - St James

First time here, have heard only good things about Basil. Food was delicious, service was spot on. read more First time here, have heard only good things about Basil. Food was delicious, service was spot on.

My new favorite restaurant I wanted to go out to dinner with hubby but not the diner or some other cookie cutter restaurant. I wanted delicious food, a relaxin... read more My new favorite restaurant I wanted to go out to dinner with hubby but not the diner or some other cookie cutter restaurant. I wanted delicious food, a relaxing atmosphere, great wait staff a memorable dining experience. Guess what?!? Basil Cafe was all that more! Loved our enthusiastic waitress, CarlaI can't wait to go back try more delicious food. Thanks Basil for making Saturdays dining experience a 10 out of 10.

Great place, you will need reservations and it is b.y.o.b. read more Great place, you will need reservations and it is b.y.o.b.

I had my daughter’s bridal shower at Basil. The outdoor deck was the perfect venue. People raved about the food and the service was excellent. Chef Ray and his... read more I had my daughter’s bridal shower at Basil. The outdoor deck was the perfect venue. People raved about the food and the service was excellent. Chef Ray and his wife, Ari were amazing to work with. They treated us like family.

Pictured is the Caesar salad, Soltani and apple blossom. All 3 delicious, excellent food presentation. I've had my fair share of Persian food and this place doe... read more Pictured is the Caesar salad, Soltani and apple blossom. All 3 delicious, excellent food presentation. I've had my fair share of Persian food and this place does not disappoint. It was my first visit along with my girlfriend (an expert on Persian food. Small and intimate setting. Beautiful interior design. I do see future visits (interested in their pasta selection. If going for dinner, I do recommend calling ahead for reservations. Street parking only. BYOB. Friendly hostess and very helpful.