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Basil Leaf Cafe

Italian Restaurant and Wine Bar$$$$

Park West, Chicago

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Basil Leaf Cafe

8.0^/10

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Ranked #6 for pasta in Lincoln Park
"Their butternut squash soup has been consistently awesome for years."(4 Tips)
"The gorgonzola gnocchi is superb!"(2 Tips)
"Great spot to drop in for wine and cocktails"(3 Tips)
"Don't get the chicken entree's."(3 Tips)

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good for dates
butternut squash soup
gluten-free food
healthy food
great value
sandwiches
restaurants
quiet
chicken
salads
dinner
gorgonzola cheese
lunch
balsamic glaze
bar
portobello mushrooms
mushroom appetizer
good for special occasions
zoos
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Valarie JohnsonJune 29, 2014
If I lived near here, I would come by and drink their water, eat their bread, and have a big bowl of butternut squash soup every day. Van Gogh cocktails on special occasions. It would be heaven!
SualehJuly 15, 2013
The shrimp & chicken jambalaya is full of character and paired with a zesty sauce. Also, the drinking water is delicious with hints of varying fruits and veggies that are submerged in it.
Ross ParkJuly 11, 2013
Grilled portobello mushroom appetizer with balsamic glaze is awesome. And they might have the best seared ahi tuna I've ever had. Kudos to the chef
Arash AnsariJune 11, 2015
One of the top Italian restaurants in Chicago! Definitely a Lincoln Park staple, the quality of food and staff etiquette is unmatched.
Nina MarieOctober 15, 2014
They have a wide, well defined, and delicious array of gluten-free choices across their menu, and a wonderfully attentive and helpful staff.
Shannon JeropkeOctober 10, 2021
Great spot to drop in for wine and cocktails on your way to or from the zoo.
Lindsey ThomeSeptember 8, 2013
Say it with me, butternut squash soup. You have to come here and eat that soup. Even if you're not a soup person, you will thank me.
Christie ChristosJuly 9, 2016
I love everything they make. I like to pick btwn their salads and sandwiches for lunch!
Joseph B.October 17, 2014
Excellent food, romantic interior. Pricey, but worth it.
Arash AnsariFebruary 28, 2013
AMAZING food and AMAZING service! My favorite Italian spot in the city!
tom napperFebruary 4, 2017
Wonderful soup and gluten free options.
Suzie GersonJune 13, 2012
Get the blue dirty martini. Smoothest one I've had yet!
Sandra KApril 2, 2011
Get the Gorgonzola stuffed Gnocchi. They are little cloud pillows of happiness.
KimmmmOctober 13, 2013
Good food, super slow service. Lost friend's CC and it took the manager 20 min to come over and NOT apologize. We were then accused of just trying to get free stuff.
RamsenSeptember 23, 2010
Been here 5+ times
Their butternut squash soup has been consistently awesome for years.
Greg KApril 2, 2011
The gorgonzola gnocchi is superb!
Ingrid RothJune 8, 2010
Salmon with dill sauce. It is heaven!!
Basil Leaf CafeFebruary 26, 2010
Monday March 1st - ask your server for their employee discount and receive 25% off food!! Read more
Lincoln Park Community ShelterJune 18, 2012
Butternut Squash Soup! mmm
Ingrid RothMarch 26, 2010
Fettucini with blue crab and sweet peas. Wonderful.
ManlyDeal ChicagoApril 17, 2011
Ask for Casey. She's rad
Iolantik SnetSeptember 9, 2013
The only good thing about this place was bread. Prices are way too high for that quality of food.
Stephanie DavisApril 5, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Best. Water. Ever.
Stephanie DavisApril 5, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Best. Water. Ever
Jarrett WidmanJuly 26, 2013
Worst risotto ever, like panda express fried rice, but worse.
ArezouNovember 3, 2010
Don't get the chicken entree's. Frozen chicken tastes rubbery.

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