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Basil Leaf Cafe
Italian Restaurant and Wine Bar$$$$
Park West, Chicago
"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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Valarie JohnsonJune 29, 2014If 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, 2013The 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, 2013Grilled 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, 2015One of the top Italian restaurants in Chicago! Definitely a Lincoln Park staple, the quality of food and staff etiquette is unmatched.
Nina MarieOctober 15, 2014They 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, 2021Great spot to drop in for wine and cocktails on your way to or from the zoo.
Lindsey ThomeSeptember 8, 2013Say 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, 2016I love everything they make. I like to pick btwn their salads and sandwiches for lunch!
- Arash AnsariFebruary 28, 2013AMAZING food and AMAZING service! My favorite Italian spot in the city!
Sandra KApril 2, 2011Get the Gorgonzola stuffed Gnocchi. They are little cloud pillows of happiness.
KimmmmOctober 13, 2013Good 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.- Their butternut squash soup has been consistently awesome for years.
Basil Leaf CafeFebruary 26, 2010Monday March 1st - ask your server for their employee discount and receive 25% off food!! Read more
Iolantik SnetSeptember 9, 2013The only good thing about this place was bread. Prices are way too high for that quality of food.
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Open until 10:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 3:30 AM–10:00 PM
(773) 348-7243
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Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
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Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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