Basil Box - Toronto

I went here for a easy lunch when in town for a conference. The general concept could be good, but what was on offer was strange in several ways. First, if you want a rice noodle bowl over spring mix greens, the noodles are cold but all the sauces are served hot. Maybe this works skipping the greens and picking rice, which I assume is served hot. Next, you next pick your vegetables which include edamame, of course, but also corn and roasted sweet potatoes? Proteins are next and are fine (chicken, shrimp, beef

Like my title says you gotta try this place. fresh and new and exciting. nice change of pace. Love it love it love it

The food was too plain and the bed of rice was too dry..I guess it is okay for quick bite to eat. But it is just not for me.

First time here and I'm definitely planning on coming back. I had never even heard of Basil Box before so upon entering I was greeted twice (once by the lady in front cleaning and again by the lady who served me behind the counter.) I was taken through the steps of how building your bowl works and everyone I interacted with was just super friendly and upbeat. As for the environment, it's a cute little dine in or takeout place with minimal seating but really modern looking and bright. I got a salad base, with the bell papers and sweet potato as my veggies, shrimp for my protein, tambourine sauce, and pumpkin and sesame seeds to top it off. It was so good! Actually surprised at how good it tasted. So much flavour with the right amount of spice and all the flavours just blended together so well, not overpowering each other. To drink I got the Matcha Coconut Mylk which was good but for those who are looking for something that's flavourful or sweet, I'd try something else. Also love that it's vegan, natural, and local. My only critique is that for the size of the bowl and the portion you get, it's pretty pricey. For my bowl and the Matcha Coconut Mylk it came up to $21.92 I definitely wouldn't be able to come here everyday on a student budget but I'll treat myself every once in a while and I'd be more than happy to recommend to others.

Was pleasantly surprised by the freshness and flavour of my mealI picked up take out for lunch and found the service quick, friendly and helpful.