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Basil Babe

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701 W Cross St

Ypsilanti, MI 48197

+1 (734) 487-4000

https://basil-babe.com

Located in Ypsilanti, MI, Basil Babe stands out as a fast-casual Thai eatery led by Haluthai, an Eastern Michigan University alum, and her mother, Vasanna, the visionary behind Ann Arbor's Siam Square. Initially a humble pop-up venture, it soon blossomed into a full-fledged dining establishment, thanks to the unwavering backing of the local community.

From its roots as a temporary setup, Basil Babe has evolved into a beloved brick-and-mortar spot, becoming a pride of Ypsilanti. The dynamic duo's journey from a small-scale concept to a thriving restaurant serves as a testament to their dedication to serving authentic Thai flavors in a welcoming atmosphere, inviting diners to savor a taste of Thailand right in the heart of Michigan.

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4.5

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Jessica C.

11/26/2025

Delish! We found parking right outside! There is plenty of seating inside. You order and pay first and then get seated (although they allowed us to sit first and then come back up and order)....

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Rudi V.

10/18/2025

Wonderful food from a simple menu (choose a protein, then spiciness (mild, medium, THAI), then protein (Tofu, chicken, shrimp, pork), plus a preparation choice - green or red Thai chile sauces...,...

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Client 9.

1/22/2026

4.5, but will round up to 5 start bc my wife thought the Chicken Chili Jam dish was out of this world. My Tofu Pad Thai was very good, too, esp. the sauce. The only issue was that the tofu itself...

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Natalie T.

11/29/2025

I really wanted to like this place but I was just not impressed. I had heard a lot of great reviews and it just didn't live up to the hype. I wanted the drunken noodles based on some of the...

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Allison L.

1/17/2026

I'm originally from Los Angeles, where there is A LOT of excellent Thai food at a variety of price points, and I've also been to Thailand multiple times. So perhaps I'm too demanding a judge for...

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