Lime and Basil Menu: Your Guide to Prices and Best Dishes
This Tagaytay institution proves they're well beyond "just hype."
(SPOT.ph) Many restaurants in and around Tagaytay claim to be the go-to weekend destination for great food, fresh air, and a well-deserved break—but none stand out quite like Lime and Basil. This spacious and charming Thai spot has made a name for itself with its delicious cuisine and inviting ambiance, earning it such a loyal following that it has expanded to two more branches in Baguio and Manila. What started as a family-led restaurant from their vacation house has now become one of the country’s best Thai restaurants.
Lime and Basil Menu and Price Guide
Please note that prices and items may change without prior notice or vary depending on each branch’s location.
All-Day Breakfast
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Kaprao Stir-fried ground chicken, beef or pork with holy basil, sunny side up egg and jasmine rice |
₱380 |
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Kor Moo Yang Thai-grilled pork belly, sunny side up egg and jasmine rice |
₱490 |
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Pakbong with Crispy Pork Stir-fried water spinach, topped with crispy pork and jasmine rice |
₱390 |
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Bangkok Fried Chicken Thai style fried chicken, sunny side up egg and jasmine rice |
₱490 |
Appetizer
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Tod Man Hed Deep fried oyster mushrooms with sweet chili aioli sauce |
₱350 |
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Fresh Spring Rolls Rolled herbs, carrots, cabbage, tofu, noodles, sweet chili relish |
₱350 |
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Shrimps in Blanket Wrapped marinated shrimps, plum sauce |
₱380 |
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Maeng Khum Wild pepper leaves, lime, peanuts, ginger, coconut, dried shrimp, with Thai-shrimp paste |
₱240 |
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Poh Pia Moo Ground pork, glass noodles, wooden ear mushroom, sweet chili relish |
₱560 |
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Tod Mun Goong |
₱510 |
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Kaffir Lime Peanuts |
₱210 |
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Son-in-Law Eggs |
₱250 |
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Laarb Gai |
₱550 |
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Laarb Moo |
₱550 |
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Pla Muek Tod Breaded squid rings, marinated in Thai herbs, sweet chili aioli sauce |
₱320 |
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Chiang Mai Sausage Sausage with Thai herbs |
₱610 |
Salad
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Lime and Basil Soft-boiled eggs, basil, lettuce, peanuts, shallots, tamarind dressing |
₱420 |
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Yam Sam O Pomelo, shrimps, chicken, Thai herbs, Thai dressing |
₱430 |
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Yam Pla Duk Foo Crispy catfish, shredded green mango salad, spicy nuts, Thai dressing |
₱450 |
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Tub Wan Pork liver salad, Thai herbs, string beans, cabbage |
₱320 |
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Som Tam |
₱310 |
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Som Tam with Crispy Pork Green papaya, tomatoes, spicy nuts, Thai dressing, crispy pork |
₱390 |
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Som Tam with Crab Green papaya, tomatoes, spicy nuts, Thai Dressing, soft-shell crabs |
₱660 |
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Yam Mak Rua Grilled eggplant, hard-boiled egg, Thai dressing |
₱250 |
Noodles
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Pad Thai Chicken and Shrimp |
₱490 |
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Pad Thai Gai Chicken |
₱390 |
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Pad Thai Goong Shrimp |
₱520 |
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Pad Thai Talay Mixed seafood |
₱550 |
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Pad Thai Moo Pork |
₱450 |
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Pad Thai Nua Beef |
₱490 |
Soup
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Tom Yum Goong Hot and sour soup with shrimps |
₱590 |
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Tom Yum Talay Hot and sour soup with mussels, squid, fish, shrimps |
₱630 |
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Tom Yum Gai Hot and sour soup with chicken |
₱480 |
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Tom Kha Gai Coconut milk, chicken, kaffir, galangal |
₱480 |
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Thai Beef Noodle Soup Meatballs, beansprout, rice noodles, Thai basil coriander, lime |
₱450 |
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Khao Soi Gai Curry soup, chicken, egg, noodles, leeks, crispy shallots, cilantro |
₱410 |
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Khao Soi Nua Curry soup, beef, egg, noodles, leeks, crispy shallots, cilantro |
₱450 |
Seafood
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Pla Som Rod Crispy tilapia, tamarind sauce, crispy shallots, Thai basil |
₱480 |
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Pla Rad Prik Salt-Crusted Lapu-Lapu with your choice of dressing: tamarind sauce or chili garlic |
₱1,100 |
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Pla Phesa Steamed lapu-lapu |
₱1,350 |
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Poo Pad Kratiem Soft-shell crab with garlic |
₱720 |
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Poo Pad Kaprao Stir-fried soft-shell crab with holy basil |
₱720 |
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Poo Pad Nam Prik Stir-fried soft-shell crab with roasted chili and crispy basil |
₱720 |
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Goong Kratiem Shrimps with garlic |
₱690 |
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Goong Pad Nam Stir-fried shrimps, roasted chili and crispy basil |
₱690 |
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Pla Jud Juaramit Fried pampano, tamarind sauce, shredded green mango |
₱950 |
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Pla Ped Pla Fried tilapia, string beans, kaffir, curry sauce |
₱430 |
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Shrimps with Pineapple in Red Curry Sauce |
₱850 |
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Kaprao Goong Stir-fried shrimp with holy basil |
₱600 |
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Fish Curry Mahi-Mahi |
₱610 |
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Grilled Shrimp Grilled shrimps with Thai seafood sauce |
₱610 |
Pork
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Kor Moo Yang Thai grilled pork belly |
₱580 |
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Crispy Pork Red Curry |
₱550 |
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Moo Grob Crispy pork jowls, cucumber relish |
₱410 |
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Kaprao Moo Stir-fried ground pork, holy basil, sunny side up egg |
₱410 |
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Pakbong with Crispy Pork Stir-fried water spinach, topped with crispy pork |
₱440 |
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Moo Yang Grilled pork cheek, with Thai chili dipping sauce |
₱440 |
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Crispy Pork Kaprao Stir-fried crispy pork, holy basil, sunny side up egg |
₱390 |
Chicken
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Gai Hor Bai Toey Chicken pandan, sweet chili sauce |
₱510 |
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Kaprao Gai Stir-fried ground chicken with holy basil |
₱360 |
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Kaeng Keiw Wan Gai Chicken, eggplant, green curry |
₱410 |
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Kaeng Keiw Liew Gai Chicken, red curry |
₱410 |
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Gai Thod Tamarind glazed chicken |
₱390 |
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Stir-Fried Chicken with Cashew |
₱440 |
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Thai Fried Chicken Breaded chicken breast, marinated in coconut milk, (katsu style) sweet soy sauce, sweet chili sauce, som tam |
₱390 |
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Salted Egg Fried Chicken |
₱490 |
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Sate Gai Grilled chicken skewer, peanut sauce, and cucumber salsa |
₱540 |
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Lemongrass Chicken Skewer |
₱540 |
Beef
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Paneng Nua Beef with red curry and peanuts |
₱490 |
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Kaprao Nua Stir-fried ground beef, holy basil |
₱380 |
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Kaeng Liew Wan Nua Beef red curry |
₱490 |
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Kaeng Keiw Wan Nua Beef, green curry with eggplant |
₱490 |
Vegetables
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Thao Lan Thao Stir-fried snow peas, straw mushroom |
₱360 |
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Pad Pak Ruamit Stir-fried mix vegetables with shrimp |
₱390 |
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Pakbong Stir-fried water spinach, oyster sauce |
₱250 |
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Tofu Curry Tofu, string beans, eggplant and green curry |
₱410 |
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Tofu Kaprao Stir-fried tofu, holy basil |
₱380 |
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Tofu Kratiem Tofu with garlic sauce |
₱380 |
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Tofu Pad Nam Tofu with roasted chili and crispy basil |
₱380 |
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Tofu with Pineapple in red Curry Sauce |
₱410 |
Rice
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Catfish Flakes Fried Rice |
₱395 |
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Bagoong Rice |
₱510 |
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Kao Pad Saparod Chiang Mai Sausage |
₱490 |
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Kao Pad Saparod Chicken |
₱410 |
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Kao Pad Saparod Shrimp |
₱450 |
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Kao Pad Sod Ruamit Mixed vegetable fried rice |
₱340 |
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Kao Pad Goong Shrimp fried rice |
₱460 |
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Kao Pad Gai Chicken fried rice |
₱420 |
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Kao Pad poo Crab meat fried rice |
₱460 |
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Kao Pad Moo Pork fried rice |
₱390 |
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Kao Pad Nua Beef fried rice |
₱440 |
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Jasmine Rice |
₱75 |
Dessert
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Kao Neiw Mamaung Sticky rice with mango |
₱330 |
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BANANA FRITTERS Fried banana with ice cream, crushed peanuts, coconut kaffir caramel sauce |
₱280 |
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Kaffir Lime Creme Brulee with Yellow Mango |
₱220 |
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Panacotta Sampler |
₱280 |
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Tako Tapioca pudding in pandan cups |
₱260 |
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Thai Halo-Halo Water chestnut, corn kernel, sweet potato, macapuno, langka, Thai gata |
₱350 |
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Affogato Coconut ice cream with a shot of espresso |
₱150 |
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Soft-served thai ice cream |
₱110 |
Lime and Basil Best Sellers
Pad Thai Goong
Did you really go to a Thai restaurant if you didn’t order pad thai? When you’re at Lime and Basil, it won’t just be because you should—it’ll be because you want to. Their take remains true to the authentic flavor profiles of this Thai dish, with a simpler construction and cleaner flavors using high-quality ingredients. With stir-fried noodles, plump shrimps, greens, and even a unique take on scrambled egg that has it incredibly crisp, this dish is a must-try.
Tom Yum Talay
The tangy, spicy, and deep flavors of tom yum come together in this special take from Lime and Basil—with a straight dive into seafood. The Tom Yum Talay (P630) adds in fresh mussels, squid, fish and shrimps to the rich broth, complementing the lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, and galangal infused broth. It’s a dish of complex flavors that makes for comforting sips.
Salted Egg Fried Chicken
Moving a bit away from classic Thai dishes, we set our sights on the Salted Egg Fried Chicken. We know this flavor has gotten incredibly popular in the past years, and Lime and Basil’s take is testament to why. With a rich, savory-sweet salted egg sauce with aromatic curry leaves coating juicy and still-crisp fried chicken, this dish is a sure win on your table. Don’t forget the rice!
Lime and Basil Tips
A Reservation is the Way to Go in Alfonso
Lime and Basil occupies a gorgeous plant-filled lot near the main hub of Tagaytay – so you know they get full during the weekends and holidays. It’s best to reserve a table for your group in advance. You can even check out their menus online in advance.
Different Branches, Not-So-Same Menus
Lime and Basil has a pretty extensive menu, and their branches are pretty far apart – occupying completely different regions, in fact. So if you’ve been to the Lime and Basil in Alfonso, just note that they might not have the exact same menu. Expect just a teensy bit of difference, especially when it comes to availability. Think of it not as missing out on something; rather, it’s a reason to try out all three branches!
Take Time to Explore the Alfonso Branch
Lime and Basil’s homebase occupies an expansive lot, complete with a backyard and even a garden. Coupled with the cool Tagaytay breeze, it’s the perfect place to take a walk – especially after a filling meal. Don’t miss out on the bottled goods they have for sale too!
Lime and Basil FAQs
Where are Lime and Basil branches in the Philippines?
Lime and Basil has three branches. The first is in Alfonso, Cavite; the second is in Baguio City; and they also have a branch at Okada Manila in Parañaque City. You can check out the full details on their website.
What are Lime and Basil store hours?
Lime and Basil’s hours differ per branch. You can check out the full details on their website.
https://limeandbasil.com.ph/
Does Lime and Basil take reservations?
Yes. You can reach out to them through their social media pages or through the contact numbers on their website.
Is Lime and Basil pet-friendly?
Your fur babies are more than welcome at the Alfonso and Baguio branches. Just be sure to bring diapers and that they are vaccinated!
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