Map

FIG vs Basil Thai

Both FIG and Basil Thai are endorsed by writers. Overall, FIG is the choice of most reviewers compared to Basil Thai. FIG is ranked #2 in Charleston with recommendations from 11 publications like Condé Nast Traveler, Travel + Leisure and Where.

FIG
FIG
8 / 10
232 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29401
From $25 /night
Concierge Concierge
"The name stands for Food Is Good, and nightly crowds at this hip local hot spot can attest to that statement."
Fodor's Fodor's
"Spend an evening here for fresh-off-the-farm ingredients cooked with unfussy, flavorful finesse." Full review
Zagat Zagat
"“Charleston’s original farm-to-table superstar”, this Ansonborough American helmed by chef Jason Stanhope offers a seasonal menu of “stunning” dishes." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"Old enough to be considered an institution, but still creative enough to wow the locals who have favored it for years, Fig is one of Charleston’s biggest success stories." Full review
goop goop
"Arguably one of the best restaurants downtown, Fig is run by self-taught chef, Mike Lata, who is also the mastermind behind The Ordinary." Full review
Show All Reviews
Basil Thai
Basil Thai
8 / 10
1465 Long Grove Drive, Mount Pleasant, SC
From $0 /night
Frommer's Frommer's
"This always-buzzing Thai restaurant offers another rare excursion from Lowcountry cuisine in the center of the city." Full review
i
Choose stir-fried meats (beef, chicken, pork, shrimp) and the method of cooking (with basil, ginger garlic, and so on) or opt for a classic green or red curry, pad thai, or shrimp-fried rice.
Gayot Gayot
13.0
"Diners have been lining up for Basil's authentic Thai cuisine since 2002." Full review
i
Basil Thai Cuisine Restaurant Review: Basil turns out reasonably priced plates of spicy beef larb and beautiful curried duck; an array of fresh stir-fries come mildly spiced with more heat on request.
Fodor's Fodor's
"There's a reason that this corner restaurant in the heart of downtown has been lauded again and again for its Asian fare." Full review
Zagat Zagat
4.5
"These Thai eateries are a “favorite of locals” for their “fresh approach” and “consistent”, “first-class” take on curry-and-noodle-driven standards, delivered by “efficient” and “knowledgeable” staff." Full review
Where Where
"This hip Thai restaurant offers some of the best pad Thai in town, as well as an impressive variety of appetizers, soups, entrées, curries, noodles and rice. L (M-F), D (daily)." Full review