Holy Basil DTLA Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Holy Basil DTLA, where Thai culinary artistry meets the vibrant heart of downtown Los Angeles. Situated at 718 S Los Angeles St, this food stall expertly serves a tantalizing fusion of traditional Thai and modern flair. With standout dishes like Pad Kee Mao, wok-fired smoked flat noodles rich in flavor, and the astonishingly crispy Moo Krob, every bite promises culinary joy.
- Gra Pow features a savory medley of minced Wagyu beef or crispy pork belly, showcasing a vibrant blend of basil and chili.
- The Kaeng Karee offers a delightful vegan twist with creamy yellow curry, perfect for health-conscious diners.
- Each plate bursts with freshness, highlighted by the aromatic herbs and spices that characterize authentic Thai cuisine.
Holy Basil DTLA isn’t merely a meal; it’s a flavorful journey waiting to be explored.
Main
Gra Pow
Wok-fired ( house blend minced Wagyu Beef or Crispy Pork Belly ) holy basil, seasonal basil blend, long bean, bird's eye chili, garlic, XO Sauce. Add Free Range Egg!!!.*Contains Shellfish ( Oyster Sauce )
Pad See Ew Noodle
Wok-fried smoked flat noodle, egg, Chinese broccoli, Garlic, Soy bean and XO sauce.
Pad Kee Mao Noodle
Wok-fired smoked flat noodle, egg, bird's eye chili, pepper, Thai basil, garlic, scallions and XO sauce.
Pad Thai Noodle
Wok-fired rice noodle, paprika, sweet radish, tiny dry shrimp, egg, tamarind fish sauce, bean sprouts, chives and peanuts & lime on top.Contains shell fish*
Kai Yang - Jidori BBQ Chicken
Grilled Jidori Chicken marinated with Cilantro Roots, Turmeric, Garlic and White Peppercorn served with Pickled Papaya, Cilantro, Scallions on top of Wild Rice Berry. Choice of Sauces
Eggplant & Kabocha Squash ( Vegan )
Wok-fired eggplant, Kombucha squash, Thai basil, soy Bean, scallions, bird's eye chili.
Moo Krob Slab - Holy Basil Moo Krob
Our Signature 48 Hours Cured Baked and then Fried to create Fluffy Juicy Crispy Pork Belly served with Holy Sauce ( Cilantro Lime Chili Sauce ).
Thai Shrimp Fried Rice
Wok-Fried, Wild Shrimps ( 4 ), House-made Shrimps Oil XO Sauce, Egg, Scallions, Cilantro, Prik Nam Pla.
Kaeng Kiew Wan - Green Curry
Holy's Basil house-made green curry paste, Jidori chicken, coconut milk, Thai eggplant, winter melon, Thai sweet basil. Refreshing light creamy texture but rich of herbs aromas.*Contains Shellfish ( Shrimp Paste )
Panang Curry Angus Beef
House-made Panang Curry Paste, Grilled Flank Meat, Edamame, Pickled Shallots and Radish.Contains Peanuts*
Kaeng Karee - Yellow Curry ( Vegan )
House-made Vegan Kaeng Karee Curry Paste, Fingerling Potatoes, Cauliflower, Pickled Vegetables, Chili Crisp.
Curries
Soups
Tom Yum
Oyster mushrooms, lime, roasted chili jam, lemongrass, makrut leaf, galangal, scallion, cilantro, culantro, and cream.
Keaw Naam - Wonton Soup
Thai-Chinese style wonton soup, Jidori Chicken Stock, Yu Choy, Scallions, SM Farm Pork Wontons.,
Shishito
Shishito peppers nam pla waan garlic sauce snacks.
Wonder Fries Pad Thai ( Vegan )
Something we make for events and people really love it. Inspired by Shrimp Pad Thai we created a delicious Fingerling Potato Fries with Tamarind Sauce, Pickled Shallots, Peanuts Furikake, Chives.
Larb Mushroom & Brussels Sprouts ( Vegan )
Seared Seasonal Mushrooms, Brussel Sprouts, Housemade Chili Oil, Shallots, Scallions, Culantro, Vegan Yum Sauce, Lime, Housemade Roasted Powder. Vegan
Holy Basil's Chicken Wings
4 -5 pcs ( depending on the weight ) Whole Jidori Chicken Wings tossed in Sweet Chili Jam made with Chili Oil and Paste, Galangal, Krachai, Peppercorn, Xo Sauce, served with side of Papaya Pickles.
Kai Jeaw - Thai Omelette
Thai classic fluffy farmer market omelette and Thai basil.
Steamed Wontons
SM Farm Ground Pork Wontons Steamed - Ravioli Style with Housemade Sweet Soy Sauce Vinegar, Fermented Chili and Garlic Crisp
Garden Roll
Wild Rice Berry
Hom Mali Jasmine Rice
Sides
Desserts
Indonesian coconut and Balinese vanilla beans by Awan ( Vegan )
We call it Classic because to us, its ability to pair with other ingredients is limitless. Its made from the best Indonesian coconut and Balinese vanilla beans. Its creamy in a way that ice cream should be. The flavor is luxuriously fresh with sweet aromas and clean finish.
Valrhona Chocolate Ice Cream by Awan ( Vegan )
We see Valrhona as the gold standard in the industry. They are one of the few chocolatiers also operating their own plantations to oversee its quality. The cocoa is sweet and fragrant, adding a delicate richness to our base. The result reminds us of eating Fudgesicles and Paddle Pops as kids.
Rice Krispy Coconut Mango Sauce ( Vegan )
A fun take on Mango Sticky Rice. House-made Vegan Rice Krispies, Roasted Mung beans, Coconut Mango Reduction.
Joy's Thai Tea
Joy's Thai Tea Oatly
Joy's Thai Tea with Oat Milk
Hibiscus Agave Oolong Tea
Hibiscus Agave Meyernade
Seasonal Drink from The Base Co.
Soda Water (Singha Brand) 11oz
Hibiscus Agave Oolong Tea.Cold Brew Tea Sweetened by Nature.Caffeinated* Punchy Floral Note with a Hint of Ginger.Product of The_Base_Co
Strawberry Shiso Matcha Oatly Seasonal Only
Thyme Orange Meyer Lemonade
Joy's Jasmine Green Milk Tea
Thai Jasmine Green Milk Tea
Drinks
Bodega
Holy Basil ( Fire and Chili T Shirt ) Volume 1
Holy Basil S/S Grmnt Dye Crew Neck 6.5ozMade of 100% USA cotton, this textile is beefy, durable, and absorbent, and is virtually shrink free as a result of garment dyeing.All sales final, no returns or exchanges.
Holy Sauce No.1
4 oz. of our Secret Sauce Perfect for Seafood and Red Meat. Rich and Deep Flavors.Must be refrigerated and kept up to a month.
Random Bag of Thai Snack
Surprise Hand Selected Thai Snacks: Lays ( Thai Flavors ), Hanami ( Baked Shrimp Chips ) and much more. Misery is always fun. FIRE!!!! ( Picture just an example )
Boon Sauce
Boon is a Los Angeles-based small batch chili oil created by Max Boonthanakit. Inspired by his love for the traditional Chinese chili crisp, Boon is a reflection of Boonthanakits Thai/Chinese upbringing and culinary experience.
The Base's Mock-tails or Cocktails Concentrate
Handmade Natural Sweetener from The_Base_Co. Make your our Mocktails or Cocktails at home.
The Base's kit
4 Bottles of Handmade Natural Sweetener curated by the base team. Make you Mocktails and Cocktails at home.Recipes are included plus complimentary Sigha Soda Water.
Cosmic Sass
TRANSPORT YOUR, TASTE BUDS TO THENEXT DIMENSION, fire ball going through the earth's atmosphere - let the cosmic sass fermented chili sauce take your taste buds on a ride out of this world.Vivid, and invigorating, and full of life! Cosmic Sass is a small batch fermented chili sauce guaranteed to get you obSASSed!