Basil 1791 - Hamilton

I contacted Basil to inquire about reservations. I have been contacted by them almost daily for weeks asking me to leave a review EVEN THOUGH I DID NOT END UP EATING THERE. So, I can't comment on the food or atmosphere, but I can speak about the service because I've requested to be removed from their list multiple times. Giving 2 stars because the restaurant looks nice, but their persistent contact is overwhelming.

We had to wait a little bit to be seated because there were only 2 servers covering the room. The food was buffet style, but it wasn't labeled and was somewhat cold because all the covers were open. I was disappointed in the selection and overall experience considering the cost. Although we usually love Basil, I don't think we will do brunch there again for a third time. Service: Dine in Meal type: Brunch

I've eaten here before during the day and food was good. However, I went for brunch on a Sunday for Operation Pumpkin fest and I have to say, the food was not good. Especially paying $28 for the buffet and then ordering a drink tip; you are talking close to $50 for brunch. The eggs were the worst I have ever eaten. I do not believe they were real eggs. The pumpkin muffins were dry and pretty uneventful. The cinnamon butter tasted like lard with cinnamon. The bread pudding was good. The General Tso's and orange chicken were ok which you'd expect from a Thai restaurant. My **** Mary was too spicy that I couldn't even drink it all. We had to ask for them to bring coffee cups out as they didn't even have them out; so we weren't even sure they were offering coffee. Overall, we all (4 of us) were very unimpressed with the food and for that kind of money there should have been more options. The waiters and waitresses were attentive and prompt and gave good service; however, I definitely will not be doing the brunch there again.

Just got here, they have some good water Edit: it took 45 minutes to get our drinks and 2 hours to get food Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Price per person: $30–50 Food: 2 Service: 1 Atmosphere: 2

Absolutely delicious specialty drinks and food ! Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Food: 5 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 5