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Sweet Basil review this restaurant
942 Great Plain Ave
Needham, MA 02492 (Map)
(781) 444-9600
  • Italian
  • Continental
  • Official Score
    89 of 100

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    67% Wait time
    83% Ambiance
    87% Cleanliness
    87% Service
    90% Menu variety
    93% Food presentation
    93% Food freshness
    93% Food taste
    90% Food quality
    83% Value
    76% Restrooms

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    Last reviewed on Jan 22 2007 2 Page(s) 6 Found
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      Reviewed by Anonymous on Jan 22 2007
    DATE VISITED: Jan 19 2007
    4.2 of 5
    Mussels at Sweet Basil are the only way to go. ALWAYS fabulous. Tender, sweet and never overcooked. Their breads also impress. The staff is super efficient, but not intrusive, just the right amount of attention to score well. The house coffee is a nice meal topper, perfectly blended and smooth.

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    Read more reviews by this author  Reviewed by DoverDiner * on May 02 2006
    DATE VISITED: Apr 28 2006
    4.6 of 5
    Another amazing meal at Sweet Basil. Owner/Chef Dave is an ever present personality at this intimate establishment. His food is fresh, creative and varied. The portions are large and filling, with suprise uses of ingredients. Always worth a visit - never disappointed. The mussles are spectacular.

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    Pros:
    Great variety and specials, wonderful use of spices and a richness of taste and texture. And the aroma is amazing.
    Cons:
    Small bathroom and long wait - but always worth it.

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      Reviewed by Anonymous on Nov 13 2005
    DATE VISITED: Oct 15 2005
    2.9 of 5
    we waited a lonnnnnng time to get the worst table in the place. our chairs had food debris left from the earlier party. lot's of people suggested we try this local experience but we are less than impressed. the chickcaccitore was not so terrific, we were disappointed after being told it was great. it wasn't.

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      Reviewed by Anonymous on Oct 30 2005
    DATE VISITED: Oct 26 2005
    4.9 of 5
    My wife and I enjoyed one of the finest meals out we've had in a long time. Sweet Basil serves consistently excellent food, and the owner/chef is a great guy besides!

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      Reviewed by Anonymous on Oct 11 2005
    DATE VISITED: Oct 11 2005
    4.6 of 5
    This is my favorite restaurant by far. Dishes are delicious and huge, so I usually split. The goat cheese salad, mussles, and Chicken cattacitore (?) are amazing. Love the ambiance, but be prepared to wait and be a little snug...it just comes with the place but is part of the experience...it is worth it. Take out a good option as well.


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