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Pink Basil

Pink Basil

27 Coogan Blvd Mystic, CT 06355-1920, MYSTIC, United States

Thai • Pizza • Curry • Asian


"Me and my husband visited Pink Basil yesterday after a short stroll through Olde Mistick Village. The menu was varied and interesting and we had a hard time choosing what to order since it all sounded so good. We ended up getting two appetizers, the curry puffs and pork dumplings. The curry puffs were absolutely delicious and I only wish there were more because I wanted to keep eating them! The sweet and tangy sauce that comes with it adds a great dimension to the flavor. They were flakey and well filled. The dumplings were huge, very caramelized on the bottoms and the dumpling sauce was savory and delicious. For entrees, we went with something similar, the Beef Hor Fun Noodles and the Pink Basil Noodles (with beef). The noodles were perfectly chewy for both dishes and the Hor Fun Noodles we're savory and flavorful while the Pink Basil Noodles were a great combination of savory and sweet with plenty of fresh veggies. The beef itself isn't too chewy, has great caramelization and paired well with the noodles and sauce. The portion sizes were large for the entrees, and we were offered a spice level of 1-4, I believe and I got the Hor Fun in a 1 and my husband got a 2 for his Pink Basil Noodles. The level 1 spice is perfect if you want next to no spice or do not enjoy spice. Level 2 was perfect and what I would choose in the future, as it's a nice building spice that isn't too harsh. Spice lovers will want to go for 3-4! We also got the Thai iced tea and mango bubble slushy drink. Both were phenomenal with delicious flavor and very ripe mango flavor for the slushy drink. The service was great, and we got there right as they opened so we got a good seat. The ambiance and decorations were gorgeous, with flowers everywhere. The building is fairly small and was full for lunch after we got there. I would recommend checking in to see if reservations are available or nessessary during the busy hours to guarantee a seat and I would strongly recommend it if you have a large party. We look forward to returning to Pink Basil in the future to try more of their selection of dishes and I would recommend this restaurant to anyone."

Eagle Thai Cuisine

Eagle Thai Cuisine

644 Anderson Ave, 07010, Cliffside Park, US, United States

Tea • Thai • Cafés • Chicken


"I used to regularly order from this restaurant, believing their noodle dishes were exceptional. My go-to dish was Pad See Ew, which they usually prepared wonderfully, infused with that delightful wok hei flavor. Unfortunately, two weeks ago, I received a bland version that was overcooked and poorly seasoned. I thought it was just an off day for them. However, what I received last night was an absolute disgrace to Thai cuisine. The Pad See Ew was the soggiest and most unseasoned I have ever encountered. The broccoli was the typical frozen kind, with a pungent odor that filled the meal. The noodles were so pale and overcooked that they resembled sunscreen in both color and texture. I genuinely cannot understand how they could serve such a dish and claim it's good food. I couldn't eat it at all, and I'm normally not a picky eater. To make matters worse, the Sweet Chili Wings I ordered were poorly prepared and had hairs sticking out of them. Despite my better judgment, I tried to eat around it because I was starving, but now I’m paying the price with multiple bathroom trips. I suspect poor ingredient management is to blame since the chicken was fully cooked. I am truly appalled at the decline in food quality and management at this restaurant. It’s hard to believe that a crucial person in the kitchen is either on an extended vacation or no longer with the establishment. Normally, I avoid writing harsh reviews because I support local businesses and want them to thrive. I’m sharing this in hopes that the restaurant will improve and to warn others who are considering dining here. I would definitely advise staying away for now."