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For two star Mediterranean, try The Basin in Saratoga. Located in the Downtown neighborhood, this inexpensive restaurant is one of the popular spots in the area. It's known for its contemporary offerings. It's been awarded the Best of Fine Dining and Best of Martini awards. Know before you go: this place features great views. Upon entering the restaurant, you'll find a romantic atmosphere. This place features private rooms, a full bar, valet parking, fine wines, and a buffet. This place is good for groups. People who have eaten here found the food yummy & it wasn't too hard on the wallet. The service is great.
4.0 of 5 stars.
I have been inside this restaurant a number of times before but never reviewed it because I haven't actually had the chance to sit down for dinner. Although one of my good friends from high school...
yelp.com - user review - 10/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
For the main entrees we got the pan roasted chicken and the fish of the day which was salmon. The salmon was FANTASTIC - The best cooked fish I had ever had. The chicken was pretty good as well.
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place rocks. We go in there at least once a month because it is the best not-absurdly-expensive place within a short drive from our house. They always remember us and treat us well.The servers...
yelp.com - user review - 09/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
LOVED IT! My boyfriend took me there for a date and it couldn't have been a better one. The place is beautiful and elegant but not too fancy. The waitress was nice, sounded like she was memorized a...
yelp.com - user review - 09/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
When I was a 13 year old, I spent one whole summer when my parents weren't around wearing no other makeup on my face except this hot pink lipstick made by Estee Lauder, all because my 16 year old...
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My partner and I went here on "date night" after reading the other good yelp reviews. The service and the food were excellent! Our waiter was very knowledgeable about all the wines and they have a...
yelp.com - user review - 09/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went there last night before attending a show at the Mt Winery and I must say it was awesome! The martinis were ice cold and our dinners were wonderfully crafted California cuisine. The menu...
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The menu changes often I am told with season availability which is nice. The waiter was very helpful. One warning our lamb chop and steak were massive. Two of us ordered the steak which was good...
yelp.com - user review - 08/07/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
My husband and I went here for date night last week because of the great reviews we had read. I was really disapointed. We sat on the patio by the giant oak tree which was the best part of the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Basin is my favorite downtown Saratoga restaurant., and I've tried many of them.This is understated, good California food. The service is excellent and I love their patio. Andrew, the owner,...
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It was a while back when I went but what I remember best is the great atmosphere and friendly staff. Everything on the menu sounded good and the bartenders not only made really great drinks and but...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We have eaten here twice now, and were extremely pleased both times. Their house cocktails are great, and the menu is designed to please every palate. DEFINITELY try the salmon appetizer, whether it...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great steak, cold drinks, and nice decor. The inside was very dark and kind of cheesy (typical mid-range restaurant with dark tones) but the patio by the oak was really nice. The service was very...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Some of the best prepared salmon I've ever had (and I've had a lot) -- a really interesting mix of asparagus and grapefruit around it, which worked amazingly well.Good wine and olives too. And a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I went here for the first time and the first thing I notice is this huge 100 year old plus oak tree in the rear patio. I knew for sure that we had to eat outside. I was a bit afraid that it would get...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I find the Basin wonderfully creatrive using great ingridients. I also found that they are pricey but it one of the best on the Basin
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
wow, i walked in this place yesterday, and then realized that i had eaten there before. that's a bit scary....nevertheless, this is a great stop for dinner before a show at the Mt. Winery....Wilco...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The food is always spectacular. Great bar area too. It's always crowded so make a reservation.
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
In the area on a business trip and our first night out was to The Basin. Atmosphere is very comfortable and relaxed and the staff was great. Diner was wonderful. I had the Wild Mushroom Rigatoni,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The restaurant is located on the corner with a huge oak tree towering above. We chose to sit outside and the heat lamps kept us warm as the temperatures dropped. I had the lamb special, but after...
yelp.com - user review - 04/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went to the Basin on saturday for dinner after spending a day in Saratoga. The restaurant is a pretty nice spot and has a pretty diverse menu. We ordered:Croquettas - awesome, fried perfectly and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
YUM......Went for a romantic dinner last week, what a great night! When we arrived, we were given the option of sitting out on the patio, and I'm glad we did. Although it was a bit chilly, they...
yelp.com - user review - 04/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
What a cozy and fun bar and restaurant. A few of us headed over here after the Yelp event at Plumed Horse in search of some hearty food and we weren't let down. We shared a few items at the bar and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A friend and I had just had facials at Preston Wynne and felt like a good martini. We ended up sitting on the patio and not only having a martini but eating the awesome bread...and then ordering the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Just for some pre-amble: I think most of the negative reviews on here are attributed to extremely negative people. Nothing is good enough, is it?I was able to sample almost the whole menu... I think....
yelp.com - user review - 03/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Everyone else who has reviewed this place has covered The Basin's reliable delivery of the basics: fabulous service, quality food, varied menu, pleasant ambiance, etc. My favorite thing here is the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My whole family just went to The Basin on Sunday to celebrate my sister's birthday. It was the best dinner we've ever had out as a family! The service, the drinks, the food...everything was...
yelp.com - user review - 02/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This had to be the most outstanding meal and service I have ever experienced. The detail put into the freshness, uniqueness and quality of ingredients are unlike any restaurant I have ever been to....
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2009
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The Basinis is the best run, best food, best atmostphere and best service resturant in Saratoga. I have visited them on a number of different occassions and they have always beenoutstanding, Andrew , the...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
After living in Saratoga for almost a year, this is the place I am most likely to take visitors when they come to town, or go to when my wife and I want to treat ourselves. There are many really good...
yelp.com - user review - 02/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ya know, I can't believe I haven't reviewed this place yet! I've been coming here about 4 times a year for the past couple of years and haven't tired of it yet. Each time there are a few new...
yelp.com - user review - 01/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Beautifully prepared seabass. The butternut squash soup special was excellent. The venison a'la osso bucco special according to my husband was good, but not as spectacular as the waiter hyped it....
yelp.com - user review - 01/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Honestly, I had entirely too much fun with friends in the VIP room. Let's just leave it at that! (Highly recommend)
yelp.com - user review - 01/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The Basin in downtown Saratoga put a smile on my face. My friend and I were aimlessly looking around for a place to have a glass of wine at and I small bite to eat and spotted this restaurant and...
yelp.com - user review - 12/31/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Occasion: Friday night dinner with workmatesI ordered: Basin Salad & Dungeness Crab Risotto. Plus we had several appetizers and desserts shared amongst the table. Price: $60 per person (tax & tip...
yelp.com - user review - 12/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My boyfriend and I ate here for our first ever Friday night date in the entire time we've dated (such is the sacrifice you make when dating someone in the restaurant industry!), and The Basin was very...
yelp.com - user review - 12/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Really Enjoyed my late night date with my husband at the bar. OMG had the mushroom penne delicious. Yum- did not want to share. The bartender was excellent- Wasn't sure what to drink so look at the...
yelp.com - user review - 12/06/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Been here twice so far. Me likey. Both times I've gotten the skirt steak with a ridiculous portion of pommes frites, and both times I have been happy. There were a couple of specials I got the...
yelp.com - user review - 12/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is exquisite. We've been coming here once or twice a year for 5 years. We always have the same waiter. He looks like a cherub, yet he is so wise. He always knows what wine or appetizer to...
yelp.com - user review - 11/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is always a winner before a concert at the Mountain Winery. After the concert season it's still the best place to dine in Saratoga. You have four areas to dine in - the main dining area, a...
yelp.com - user review - 11/15/2008
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The Basin is consistently great - both the food and the service. The owner Andrew keeps the place humming along.
citysearch.com - user review - 11/11/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The basin salad was very fresh and tasty, main course (NY steak) was pretty good too; Just have to say that the dessert is quite horrible (and expensive too!)
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is a great little spot tucked away at the end of Big Basin way. The staff are always friendly and will do anything to ensure you have the best service and love your food - which is fantastic on...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food was great, a good variety of dishes and some odd interesting ones too. Staff are knowledgeable and seem interested in making sure you have a good time. As to sit outside, its great....
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
went here or dinner tonite before a show at the Winery. excellent service, wonderful food. Great ambiance.Definately will go back again
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
First things, first...The food - is always amazing. There is always an interesting soup on the menu with a good varitey of main dishes. The wine selection is not huge, but there are some nice...
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We had a reservation at 7:30, well we didn't get seated until 8:30. Hmm.. what was the point of the reservation here.. Service after we actually sat down was okay. Outdoor seating was nice. Food...
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The first time my sister and I tried to eat here - we didn't know how popular this place was and that we needed reservations. We were smarter this time in making reservations prior to seeing Lyle...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My Husband and I turned up here at 7.30, on a Saturday night, dusty and dirty from hiking 9 miles in Big Basin State Park. The host was all smiles and said they would have a table for us shortly and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I've eaten here several times. Decent bar. Ok food. After tonight though, we won't be back. I made reservations a month ago for a party of 12 for a friend's 50th birthday celebration. We arrived...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Came here for a date night --- Hubby and I have kids, so we do occasionally splurge on ourselves with date nights around the south bay. When we DO get to go out- it had better be good! So- here is...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I just love this place. I first went there for my birthday dinner 4 years ago and it has become one of my favorite restaurants in the LG/Saratoga area. It is not a cheap place to eat but I feel the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My husband and I just went here for dinner and it was very impressive. We sat on the outdoor patio next to the 400 year old oak tree and it was beautiful. The food was delicious- the wild mushroom...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to The Basin about a half a dozen times and the food is always excellent. They use mainly organic, locally grown ingredients which is a huge plus. Always have interesting wines by the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It can get loud in here and stupidly busy when there is a concert at the Mountain Winery but the food is solid and Jason knows how to make a hell of a Sidecar. Favorites... the salumi plate (they...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Should be a 3.5, but a 3 seemed too low.Pros:-Wild Mushroom Rigatoni was delicious (thanks Melissa P!)-The sauce for the steamed clams was a highlight-Beautiful patio-Pretty decent prices-The owner...
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a great place for dinner. They're consistently good, and I love the atmosphere of the place. It's a perfect restaurant to bring friends if you want a nice dinner and don't want to should to...
yelp.com - user review - 06/30/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I like the place, yet a tad expensive.Marc Loriau
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
This was our first time here, and it was pretty disappointing. We had reservations for 8pm, and were told it would be just a few minutes, and would we mind waiting outside on a bench? No problem. But...
yelp.com - user review - 06/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is definitely one of my favorite restaurants in the LG/Saratoga area! We have been coming to this establishment for 5 - 6 years and will continue to do so for a long time. Not only is the food...
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2008
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This past Saturday evening (6/7/08) I held a private 50th anniversary dinner for 23 in The Basin's warmly-lit private back room. I arranged the whole party from Los Angeles with owner Andrew whose kindness and...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Wow - the food here is delicious! I will be dreaming about the truffle fries until we go there next week again :)We went here for a friend's birthday dinner on a Saturday night. It was cool because...
yelp.com - user review - 05/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Our new favorite place in Saratoga! We were running late for our resie on mother's day so I called in and when we got there, it was totally packed. The host apologized as he thought we'd be a little...
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citysearch.com - user review - 05/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a great spot with an unfortunate name. Try telling someone you had an excellent dinner at The Basin, and they'll probably look at you kinda funny. Nevertheless, the food, ambiance, and service...
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2008
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This is our favorite Saratoga restaurant. The food and ambience is great and the owner, Andy, makes everyone feel like part of the family. It's sort of "Cheers" with great food and fun. It's quite small though...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Pizza and egg, you say? Interesting. I was unsure of this unusual combination but was forced to try it just to be polite. I was shocked at the combo. I mean, I am not even an egg lover and I enjoyed...
yelp.com - user review - 03/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is my favorite place to go in Saratoga -- solid cocktails (try the lemon drop!), a good-but-not-overwhelming wine list, and amazing food. It is pricey if you go the whole nine yards (which you...
yelp.com - user review - 03/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm not a huge fan of their mostly eclectic menu, but their steaks are very good. Nice environment, but a little on the pricey side (though in Saratoga, what isn't)
yelp.com - user review - 03/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My wife and I went here for her birthday last week and we were pleasantly surprised. I started with a unique turnip soup which turned out to be REALLY good followed by the fish special (sea bass, i...
yelp.com - user review - 02/28/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I sometimes feel that the food is lacking some flavor or flair. It's decent enough, my family split a steak, fish, and risotto dish. Good for business dinners and not too overly priced.Wait staff...
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The first time I visited here I was pleasantly surprised by the friendly wait staff and the quaint decor. It's a nice, relaxing setting, and a great place to get a martini.The first time I visited...
yelp.com - user review - 02/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
order the mac n' cheese with prosciutto. it's not on the menu anymore, but they still make it for pain's in the asses like me AND half of saratoga.
yelp.com - user review - 11/06/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've eaten at The Basin perhaps six times now on a mix of arranged business dinners, and on my own at the bar, and I've never been disappointed. I'm always impressed at how personable and customer...
yelp.com - user review - 10/27/2007
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We happened to try The Basin before a concert at the Mountain Winery and were very pleased. They managed to squeeze us in on a busy concert night and provide attentive service and excellent food. We will...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/16/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Loved it!My dear husband and I ate there last Tuesday before the Stevie Wonder concert at the Mt. Winery. I am pretty sure that every single patron there at 5p was also there for the concert, but it...
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We came here early with reservations as we had a show to go to at Montalvo (Los Lobos). We were seated right away and helped promptly. Nice large cold martinis. The croquettes were very good and my...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The Basin is an overall decent restaurant. It is not great but it is not bad. I was full afterwards at least. We had 2 good small plates though. One was the seafood gumbo and the other was the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2007
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I never used to be a fan of mushrooms until I experienced mushroom nirvana at The Basin. This dish (described as a signature dish) was chalk full of exotic, wild mushrooms such as chanterelles and morels,...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/18/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Preamble:Last Friday my girlfriend and I made 8:30 reservations to eat at The Basin . We got to Saratoga at around 7:45, figuring that we'd grab a drink and watch the rest of the Sharks game somewhere...
yelp.com - user review - 04/25/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
this place is great because they only use organic foods and zero transfatty oils!! the menu constantly changes with what is in season and what is fresh! a little pricey but it's organic!! my...
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Another family owned restaurant... Awesome menu. Sorta pricy, but I love food.. and am willing to pay it to eat what they're serving.
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2007
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went here tonight and was dissappointed in the crowd. The food was okay and the beer was good, but I like people watching and this place was dead on a wed night. Not a place for a great scene.
citysearch.com - user review - 03/22/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Perfect. All my senses were fulfilled by The Basin the other night. My wife took me here for my birthday. The Basin is situtated in the charming downtown Saratoga. I'm surprised I have never been here...
yelp.com - user review - 02/24/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Today is a very special day...My hubby's birthday...that is. I chose to celebrate it here this evening...and let me just say we had an incredible time. The staff were extremely professional, cordial,...
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2007
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A group of my friends and I decided to dine one night due to a friends graduation. We weren't very knowlegeble about food or wine so we decided to search restaurants online and came around to The Basin. The...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/28/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This restaurant offers very good food with quick service. My group of 4 was able to get a walk-up table early on a Saturday night and our food came quickly after we ordered. Their wine list has only a...
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Went here awhile ago, close to when it 1st opened. Typical Saratogan restaurant- overpriced and average food. I don't get the appeal...
yelp.com - user review - 01/02/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm obsessed with their wild mushroom rigatoni. When the weather is nice the back deck is the perfect place to end the day. And it's one of the few places where the martinis are truuuuly cold enough!...
yelp.com - user review - 12/24/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I had the Lobster Pasta Special ($23). It was good but not great. Our waiter was a bugger. He was a self-assertive, disrespectful, Harry Potter loving Freak! First, he made fun of a menu inquiry I...
yelp.com - user review - 11/14/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A friend and I decided to try The Basin about a month ago. We LOVED it. The ambiance was great, the food was delicious, and the service was exceptional. We both had the skirt steak, which was one of...
yelp.com - user review - 10/18/2006
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We went there based on several different recommendations, and were sorely disappointed. The service was good, the prices were high, and the quality of food was mediocre. The paella was one of the worst I have...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/10/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A great nightcap after the Tony Bennett concert. Our waiter was extremely fun and attentive. We had an amazing Bananas Foster (out of this world!) and the irish coffees were strong. A great way to...
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
An absolutely pleasant place to have dinner. We sat on the patio, and that may be the key to the pleasantness... attentive waiter, fresh list of american fare and mellow surroundings... A nice finish...
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2006
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We went to The Basin to celebrate finding out we were going to have our first baby. I made the reservation and we have a very good dinner. The service was good, steaks were very good and to top it all off they...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/18/2006
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Nice place, excellent bar and very good food. Try the seared tuna - OH my favorite. And if they have it the butternut squash soup is very good. We always have a good time and good food when we go there. Great...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/20/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The food was dee-lish! My steak was just right and my bf's chicken was tasty, too. But the service was LOUSY! OMG, WTF!?!? I made reservations for 6pm, but was running late, when I called to check-in...
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Every time I go to The Basin I have a good experience. The last time was before a Fionna Apple Concert at the Mt. Winery. Our waitress was very friendly and Andrew, one of the managers, is always...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of my favorite restaurants of all time. I've been here plenty of times and it never disappoints. The Basin has a unique combination of food, drink, service and atmosphere which makes it...
yelp.com - user review - 06/13/2006
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I must say that my first dining experience at The Basin was nothing less than spectacular. I was greeted by the gentleman at the front door, I believe to be the proprietor, and felt welcomed from the moment we...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/16/2006
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First of all the food is mediocre and overpriced. Paella was awful (chicken rice with strange taste, no scent of seafood). Service was slow. never again!
citysearch.com - user review - 04/02/2006
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The food is really very average at best. We ordered the "basin" salad, paella, and the turkey crepes (small plate). All dishes were nothing special whatsoever. I don't think we'll be coming back.
citysearch.com - user review - 04/01/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The food is nothing special at all. The place looks nice and cozy, andwe were seated right away (maybe because it was only 6pm). We ordered their "basin" salad, paella, and turkey pasta crepes....
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2006
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We had a fabulous meal, superb service, and overall excellent evening at "The Basin." The food was fantastic, and the price was appropriate (on the more expensive side, but worth it, unlike many places in the...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/28/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
nice little place, although we had to wait another 20 mins to be seated even with reservations. waitress was very friendly and helpful with recommendations. casual dining allowing you to talk without...
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2006
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Our first experience with this restaurant, and it was wonderful. Andrew, the proprietor, greeted us at the door. Todd, our server, was extremely helpful in food and wine suggestions. The food was outstanding...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/22/2006
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While the rest of us were enjoying our amazing steaks and superb fish dishes, what would usually have been a difficult situation was turned into an example of what dinning out should be. My daughter, who is...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/10/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The bar at the Basin may be it's best feature. The have a good selection of interesting cocktails (ranging from traditional to floofy) and knowledgeable bartenders. That said, while they seem to...
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2006
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Price was a bit higher than initially expected, but well worth it. Other than the Basin salad, which was nothing special, everything was very good. I recommend the bread pudding for dessert, not normally a fan...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/14/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
5 stars for drinks, 3 for food. The food was different enough to be exciting when the Basin opened, but not much has changed over the years. The bar however still rocks with inventive, yet classic...
yelp.com - user review - 12/01/2005
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've heard great things about The Basin and had dinner here for the first time recently. I enjoyed the dark wood interior and impeccable service... and my seafood Gumbo entree had wonderful flavor...
yelp.com - user review - 11/25/2005
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Looking for a truly unique dining experience some where south of SF? The Basin is the place for you! The attention to detail and heart felt love for the restaurant can be seen in every little thing. The...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/04/2005
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I got there at 7PM, with seven of my best friends, to be greeted by Andrew and his other wait staff in the most professional manner. The area where we sat was decorated beautifully with candles and they had...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/27/2005
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Voted as the best American Restaurant in Silicon Valley by Cybersearch.com, this place has fabulous food, they have amazing wines having amazing selection of wines and great artisan cheeses. The great...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/02/2005
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This is a great little spot for dinner. The service was friendly from the moment we walked in the door. Our waitress was friendly without being intrusive. She noticed that is was my birthday and without even...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/15/2005
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The buzz at The Basin is, in itself, welcoming. Proprietor, Andrew Welch personally greets each guest, and the fun and palate pampering begins. My friends and I first sampled the fare after a 15 minute wait to...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/07/2005
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Folks, Please do not consider any comments from someone who thinks parmesan cheese goes on paella (8/04)! The great thing about Andrew Welch's restaurant is that upscale comfort is what Andrew and his...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/02/2005
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I think the Basin is an awesome place for just about anyone. Not only is the staff friendly and helpful, they go out of their way to make you feel welcome. It is one of my favorite places to go and think that...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/31/2005
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The Basin-turned me into a food snob and I am very grateful to them for that!
citysearch.com - user review - 05/23/2005
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I recently visited California (from Philadelphia) and had the pleasure of dining at this fine restaurant. The food was excellent, service was impeccable, etc. The menu offers an array of selections to please...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/15/2004
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Andrew Welch's restaurant, The Basin, has set a standard for incredible and consistent seasonal gourmet fare in the Bay Area. This unpretentious, yet casually elegant location in tawny Saratoga has never...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/26/2004
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One of the few Sebastian of the south bay. A great place to go after a hard day at work. The ambience and staff are great. Food is excellent and the bartending staff makes unique and special drinks. Reward...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/24/2004
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The Basin has never ceased to satisfy us. Always great food, service and atmosphere. Andrew is fantastic with wine suggestions. Their latest cocktails-The Creamsicle and The Mango-Majito Martini are awsome. We...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/25/2003
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I always enjoy a visit to The Basin. The food is great, the wine list is extensive and has a good price spread. The staff is always great... Andrew, Alice, Nick, Michael always provide TOP service and...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/24/2002
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The staff has their act together. Water glasses filled as soon as we sat down. Napkins immediately replaced with a new one if someone got up from the table. Warm,friendly service...The decor is very...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/26/2002
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The Basin is by far the best restaurant in the south valley. If you haven't tried it out yet, don't hesitate. It matches up (and in many cases) beats the best restaraunts in Palo Alto and SF...Incredible fresh...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/26/2002
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Fresh, delicious, and innovative American cuisine in a hip and comfortable setting. The Basin serves modern American fare utilizing farm-raised, hand picked fresh produce, international cheeses, and dry-aged...
opentable.com - user review
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fresh, delicious, and innovative american cuisine in a hip and comfortable setting. the basin serves modern american fare utilizing farm-raised, hand picked fresh produce, international cheeses, and dry-aged...
opentable.com - user review
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travel.yahoo.com - user review
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contemporary & relaxing setting. the service was great, people were friendly & solicitous. the food was yummy & it wasn't too hard on the wallet, either...
cityguide.aol.com - user review
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the basin~~saratoga's well kept secret...
epinions.com - user review
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spain tapas appetizer - roasted garlic, thinly sliced serrano ham, green and plump black olives, slaw of manchego cheese and baby artichokes in lemon, olive oil and marjoram, crostini topped with a roast...
usrg.com - user review
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this popular saratoga social spot offers a buffet of options for those with discerning and cultivating tastes. its martini and wine bar is well noted. and its kitchen guides the taste buds into untracked...
wcities.com - user review
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upscale comfort food with an extensive wine and cocktail list. stylish ambience, very friendly staff...
sfgate.com - user review
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