Sweet Basil Cafe of Skokie Menu

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Customer Favorites
Our most frequently ordered and highly rated selections.
- Hash Browns or American Fries
  $4.75
- Corned Beef Hash
  $9.25
- Breakfast Meat
  Three bacon, three sausage links, or two sausage patties.
  $5.75
- 2 Eggs
  With bacon or sausage, turkey sausage, ham off the bone, Canadian bacon, corned beef hash, chicken breast, gyros meat.
  $11.75
- Garden Omelet
  Tomatoes, mushrooms, spinach, onions and bell peppers with a blend of Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheeses.
  $17.50
- Denver Omelet
  Ham, bell peppers and onions with a blend of Jack and Cheddar cheeses.
  $18.75
- Country Scrambler
  Four scrambled egg with bacon, sausage, ham, onions and peppers with sausage gravy. Add Egg Whites or Egg Beaters or Gluten Free Pancakes for an additional charge.
  $18.75
- Homemade Banana Bread French Toast
  Homemade banana bread French toast topped with fresh bananas and pecans. Dusted with powdered sugar and served with cinnamon butter.
  $17.50
- Orange Juice
  Fresh squeezed orange juice. 12 oz.
  $7.00
- Butcher's Omelet
  Bacon, ham and sausage with a blend of Jack and Cheddar cheeses.
  $18.75
Sandwiches
Served with a cup of homemade soup and your choice of fries, orzo pasta salad or tri-colored pasta salad or fruit. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.
- Tuna Salad or Chicken Salad
  Served on wheat berry bread with lettuce and tomato.
  $16.50
- Grilled Chicken Breast Sandwich
  Served on ciabatta bread with lettuce and tomato.
  $17.50
- Malibu Chicken Breast
  Grilled chicken breast with ham, bacon, lettuce, tomato and melted Swiss cheese on a ciabatta bun.
  $18.75
- Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
  Breaded chicken breast smothered with our homemade spicy buffalo sauce, with lettuce, tomato and melted cheese.
  $18.75
- Grilled Cheese & Bacon
  Served on multi-grain bread with bacon and tomato.
  $16.50
- Grilled Cheese & Ham
  Ham off the bone with cheese on thick Texas toast.
  $17.50
- Ultimate Grilled Cheese
  American, Swiss, mozzarella, Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheese served on Parmesan crusted wheat bread.
  $17.50
- BLT Sandwich
  Bacon, lettuce, tomato, and mayo on wheat bread.
  $16.50
- BLT Club Sandwich
  Bacon, lettuce, tomato, and mayo on wheat bread.
  $18.75
- Turkey Club Sandwich
  Turkey, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and mayo on wheat bread.
  $20.00
- French Dip
  Slices of tender roast beef on French bread, served with au jus for dipping.
  $20.00
- Philly Chicken or Philly Beef
  Onion, bell peppers, mushrooms and mozzarella cheese.
  $20.00
- Reuben
  Corned beef on rye with sauerkraut, Swiss cheese and thousand island dressing on the side.
  $20.00
- Hand Breaded Pork Tenderloin
  Pork tenderloin with lettuce and tomato on a ciabatta bun.
  $20.00
- Gyros Sandwich
  Gyros with onion, tomato and gyros sauce served on warm pita.
  $20.00
Paninis
Originating in Italy, a panini is a grilled sandwich on bread other than sliced bread. Examples of bread types used for paninis are baguette, ciabatta, Italian and Michetta. Served with a cup of homemade soup and your choice of fries, orzo pasta salad or tri-colored pasta salad or cup of fruit. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.
- Pesto Chicken Panini
  Chicken breast, tomato, mozzarella cheese and pesto mayonnaise.
  $18.75
- Veggie Panini
  Portobello mushrooms, onions, red and green peppers, mozzarella cheese, reduced in white wine.
  $18.75
- Tuna Italiano Panini
  Albacore tuna salad with mozzarella cheese and tomato on Parmesan and oregano grilled panini.
  $18.75
- Roast Beef Panini
  Italian roast beef with mozzarella cheese and pesto mayo.
  $18.75
- California Panini
  Sliced turkey, bacon, avocado, tomato, mozzarella cheese and pesto mayonnaise.
  $18.75
- Grilled Chicken & Artichoke
  Grilled chicken, artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers, pesto mayonnaise and mozzarella cheese.
  $18.75
- Garlic Crusted Chicken Panini
  Garlic crusted chicken breast, mozzarella cheese and pesto mayonnaise. Served with garlic dressing on the side.
  $18.75
Eggs
Served with a choice of hash browns, American fries, or a cup of fruit. And the choice of toast or pancakes. Egg whites or egg beaters for an additional charge. Gluten-Free pancakes for an additional charge. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.
- 2 Eggs
  With bacon or sausage, turkey sausage, ham off the bone, Canadian bacon, corned beef hash, chicken breast, gyros meat.
  $11.75
Homemade Biscuit & Gravy
Homemade biscuits with butter and honey. Egg white or egg beaters for an additional charge. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.
- Half Biscuits & Gravy
  One biscuit, typically halved, covered in homemade sausage gravy.
  $8.25
- Full Biscuits & Gravy
  Two freshly baked biscuits generously topped with our signature homemade sausage gravy.
  $11.75
- Full Biscuits & Gravy with 2 Eggs & Hash Browns
  Homemade biscuits, gravy, accompanied by 2 eggs, options ranging from sunny side up to egg beaters, and hash browns with alternatives including fruit, cheese, onions, peppers, or american fries.
  $17.50
- ½ Biscuits & Gravy with 2 Eggs & Hash Browns
  Half portion biscuits smothered in gravy, served with two eggs (17 ways including poached and scrambled options), and choice between hash browns or American fries (option to substitute for fruit, various toppings available).
  $15.25
Steak & Eggs
Served with choice of hash browns, American fries or a cup of fruit. And choice of toast or pancakes. Egg whites or egg beaters additional for an additional charge. Gluten free pancakes additional for an additional charge. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.
- Jumbo Country Fried Steak & 2 Eggs
  Topped with sausage gravy.
  $18.75
- Rib Eye Steak & 2 Eggs
  Ribeye steak with two eggs, options for egg prep and meat temp. Choose between hash browns, American fries with various toppings, or fruit. Toast or pancakes available in multiple flavors.
  $28.00
- Chopped Steak & 2 Eggs
  Chopped steak paired with two eggs, customizable egg preparation and steak temperature. Options include hash browns or American fries with various add-ons, and a choice between toast or pancakes in multiple flavors.
  $21.00
Benedicts
Served with hash browns, American fries or fruit. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.
- Classic Benedict
  Two poached eggs and Canadian bacon on an English muffin, topped with hollandaise sauce.
  $18.75
- Country Benedict
  Two poached eggs and sausage patties on a buttermilk biscuit, topped with country sausage gravy.
  $18.75
- Irish Benedict
  Two poached eggs and corned beef hash on an English muffin, topped with hollandaise sauce.
  $20.00
- Florentine Benedict
  Two poached eggs, spinach and tomato on an English muffin, topped with hollandaise sauce.
  $18.75
- Veggie Benedict
  Two poached eggs, spinach, mushrooms, peppers and tomato on an English muffin, topped with hollandaise sauce.
  $18.75
- Sweet Basil Benedict
  Two poached eggs, turkey, bacon and tomato on an English muffin, topped with hollandaise sauce.
  $18.75
- Los Altos Benedict
  Two poached eggs, chorizo, roasted red peppers, topped with chipotle hollandaise sauce.
  $18.75
Skillets
Hash browns topped with our fresh ingredients and 2 eggs with a choice of toast or pancakes. Egg whites or egg beaters additional for an additional charge. Gluten free pancakes additional for an additional charge. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.
- Irish Skillet
  Corned beef hash, onions and Swiss cheese.
  $18.75
- Gypsy Steak Skillet
  Chopped skirt steak, onions, bell peppers, mushrooms and a blend of Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheese.
  $21.00
- Hobo Skillet
  Onions and a blend of Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheese.
  $16.25
- Gyro & Feta Skillet
  Gyros, onions, tomatoes, and feta cheese.
  $19.00
- Mexican Skillet
  Chorizo sausage, onions, bell peppers, and a blend of Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheese with salsa on the side.
  $20.00
- Mediterranean Skillet
  Spinach, bacon, tomato and feta cheese.
  $18.75
- Meat Lovers Skillet
  Bacon, ham, and sausage with a blend of Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheese.
  $18.75
Home Style Oatmeal
- Classic Oatmeal
  Served with milk, brown sugar and raisins.
  $7.00
- Baked Oatmeal
  Baked with brown sugar topped with bananas and strawberries.
  $9.50
- Cinnamon Apple Oatmeal
  Topped with cinnamon apples and pecans.
  $9.50
- Sweet Basil Fusion Oatmeal
  Topped with crunchy granola, blackberries and raspberries.
  $9.50
Waffles
Apple, strawberry, blueberry, raspberry or blackberry. Topped with powdered Sugar and whipped cream. Gluten free waffles for an additional charge. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.
- Belgian Waffle
  Topped with Homemade Glazed Fruit or Pecans.
  $11.75
- Belgian Waffle with Glaze
  Topped with homemade glazed fruit or pecans.
  $14.00
- Sweet Basil Favorite Waffle
  Topped with fresh strawberries, bananas and pecans.
  $17.50
- Nutella Waffle
  Topped with Nutella, fresh strawberries, bananas and pecans.
  $17.50
- Chicken & Waffle
  Waffle with three chicken tenders dipped in maple syrup topped with cinnamon butter.
  $17.50
Omelets
Served with a choice of hash browns, American fries, or a cup of fruit. And the choice of toast or pancakes. Made with 4 large eggs. Egg whites or egg beaters additional for an additional charge. Gluten free pancakes additional for an additional charge. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.
- Garden Omelet
  Tomatoes, mushrooms, spinach, onions and bell peppers with a blend of Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheeses.
  $17.50
- Florentine Omelet
  Spinach, mushrooms, tomatoes and ham, topped with hollandaise sauce.
  $18.75
- Avocado & Bacon Omelet
  Avocado, bacon, tomatoes and a blend of Jack and Cheddar cheeses, topped with avocado and sour cream and a side of salsa.
  $18.75
- Gyro & Feta Omelet
  Gyros and feta cheese. Served with a side of gyro sauce.
  $18.75
- Hawaii 5-O Omelet
  Pineapple, bacon, ham and Jack and Cheddar cheeses.
  $18.75
- Denver Omelet
  Ham, bell peppers and onions with a blend of Jack and Cheddar cheeses.
  $18.75
- Butcher's Omelet
  Bacon, ham and sausage with a blend of Jack and Cheddar cheeses.
  $18.75
- Spanish Omelet
  Chorizo, salsa, bell peppers, onion and a blend of Jack and Cheddar cheeses, served with a side of salsa.
  $20.00
- Chicken & Veggie Omelet
  Chopped chicken breast, broccoli, onion and a blend of Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheeses.
  $20.00
- Skinny Senorita Omelet
  Egg whites omelet with ham, pico de gallo, garlic and cheese.
  $18.75
- Tuscan Omelet
  Chicken, bacon, spinach, tomato and mozzarella cheese.
  $18.75
- Jambalaya Omelet
  Andouille sausage, chicken, onions, peppers, a blend of Jack and Cheddar cheeses with our spicy Jambalaya sauce.
  $20.00
- Prime Rib Omelet
  Prime rib, mushrooms, tomato, bacon and mozzarella cheese. Served with horseradish sauce.
  $20.00
Scramblers
Served with choice of hash browns, American fries or a cup of fruit. And choice of toast or pancakes. Egg whites or egg beaters additional for an additional charge. Gluten free pancakes additional for an additional charge. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.
- Italian Egg White Scrambler
  Four scrambled egg whites with spinach, tomato and onions. Topped with oregano and mozzarella cheese. Add Egg Whites or Egg Beaters or Gluten Free Pancakes for an additional charge.
  $18.75
- Chorizo Scrambler
  Four scrambled egg with chorizo sausage, black olives, tomatoes and jalapeño peppers. Add Egg Whites or Egg Beaters or Gluten Free Pancakes for an additional charge.
  $18.75
- Gyros Scrambler
  Four scrambled egg with gyros, spinach, tomato, onions and feta cheese. Add Egg Whites or Egg Beaters or Gluten Free Pancakes for an additional charge.
  $18.75
- Country Scrambler
  Four scrambled egg with bacon, sausage, ham, onions and peppers with sausage gravy. Add Egg Whites or Egg Beaters or Gluten Free Pancakes for an additional charge.
  $18.75
Crêpes
A thin pancake. Topped with powdered sugar and whipped cream. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.
- 3 Plain Crêpes
  Three delicate crêpes, typically served with a dusting of powdered sugar.
  $14.00
- 3 Crêpes with Fresh Fruit or Homemade Fruit Glaze
  Choice of Glazes: Strawberry, Blueberry, Apple Nut, Raspberry, Blackberry Choice of Fresh Fruit: Bananas or Strawberries.
  $15.25
- Sweet Basil Favorite Crêpes
  Three crêpes with fresh strawberries, bananas and pecans.
  $17.50
- Sweet Basil Best Crêpes
  Three crêpes with glazed raspberries, bananas and pecans.
  $17.50
- Savory Crêpes
  Three crêpes filled with spinach, mushrooms and artichokes, topped with hollandaise sauce.
  $17.50
- Nutella Crêpes
  Three crêpes filled with heavenly Nutella cream cheese and topped with fresh bananas and cocoa powder.
  $17.50
Pancakes
4 fluffy pancakes, plain or your choice of toppings. Gluten free pancakes for an additional charge. Topped with powdered sugar and whipped cream. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.
- Short Stack
  Two pancakes sprinkled with powdered sugar.
  $9.50
- Short Stack with Glaze
  2 Pancakes with Choice of Homemade Fruit Glaze or Choice of Fresh Fruit.
  $11.75
- Buttermilk Pancakes (4 Pieces)
  Sprinkled with powdered sugar.
  $15.25
- Glazed Buttermilk Pancakes
  Choice of Homemade Fruit Glaze: Strawberry, Blueberry, Apple Nut, Raspberry, or Blackberry Choice of Fresh Fruit: Fresh Strawberries or Bananas.
  $16.25
- Blueberry Pancakes
  Made with fresh whole blueberries inside and then topped with our homemade blueberry glaze.
  $16.25
- Pecan Pancakes
  With pecans and dusted with powdered sugar.
  $16.25
- Cranberry Nut Pancakes
  With cranberries and pecans.
  $16.25
- Chocolate Chip Pancakes
  Made with chocolate chips inside and topped with chocolate chips.
  $16.25
- Multi Grain Pancakes
  Topped with granola and honey.
  $16.25
- Chocolate Lover's Pancakes
  Chocolate buttermilk pancakes with chocolate chips inside.
  $16.25
- Pancake Sandwich
  Two slices of ham off the bone, between two large pancakes, topped with two eggs.
  $17.50
- Swedish Pancakes
  Three large thick Swedish pancakes served with lingonberry berries and lingonberry butter on the side.
  $16.25
French Toast
Topped with powdered sugar and whipped cream. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.
- Traditional French Toast
  Three slices of thick French toast.
  $12.75
- Glazed French Toast
  Glazes: Strawberry, Blueberry, Apple Nut, Raspberry or Blackberry Fresh Fruit: Bananas or Strawberries.
  $16.25
- Homemade Banana Bread French Toast
  Homemade banana bread French toast topped with fresh bananas and pecans. Dusted with powdered sugar and served with cinnamon butter.
  $17.50
- Cinnamon Roll French Toast
  Cinnamon roll French toast dusted with powdered sugar and served with cream cheese frosting and cinnamon butter.
  $17.50
Stuffed French Toast
Topped with powdered sugar and whipped cream. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.
- Blackberry Stuffed French Toast
  French toast filled with our blackberry cream cheese and topped with blackberry glaze.
  $17.50
- Strawberry Stuffed French Toast
  French toast filled with our strawberry cream cheese and topped with fresh strawberries.
  $17.50
- California Stuffed French Toast
  Honey oat bran bread, filled with our homemade amaretto cream cheese and topped with granola, bananas and strawberries.
  $17.50
- Nutella Stuffed French Toast
  Creamy Nutella between thick Texas toast dipped in batter and deep fried golden brown, topped with bananas and then sprinkled with powdered sugar and cocoa powder.
  $17.50
Breakfast Combos
Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.
- Healthy Start
  Two multigrain pancakes, two egg whites, two turkey sausage.
  $18.75
- Sampler
  One cinnamon raisin French toast, one egg, one bacon and one sausage.
  $11.75
- Pancake Combo
  Three pancakes, two eggs, choice of bacon or sausage. Gluten free for an additional charge.
  $18.75
- Swedish Combo
  Two Swedish pancakes, Canadian bacon and two eggs.
  $18.75
- Banana Bread French Toast Combo
  Two slices of homemade banana bread French toast, two eggs, and choice of bacon or sausage.
  $17.50
- French Toast Combo
  Two slices of French toast, two eggs with choice of bacon or sausage.
  $17.50
- Country Combo
  ½ order of biscuit and gravy, two eggs any style, hash browns and choice of bacon or sausage.
  $17.50
- Cinnamon Roll French Toast Combo
  Three slices cinnamon roll French toast, two eggs and choice of bacon or sausage.
  $17.50
- Waffle Combo
  Belgian waffle, two eggs with choice of bacon or sausage.
  $18.75
- Giant Breakfast Burrito
  Four scrambled eggs, andouille sausage, green peppers, onions, Cajun seasoning and Cheddar and Jack cheeses. Served on hash browns all topped with hot sauce, sour cream and green onions.
  $18.75
- Avocado Toast
  Two slices of artisan bread toasted and topped with avocado spread, roasted red peppers, two poached eggs, arugula, radishes, drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and a lemon twist. Served with a cup of fruit.
  $18.75
- Breakfast Tacos
  Served with three (3) flour tortillas filled with scrambled eggs, chorizo, Cheddar and Jack cheeses, sour cream and pico de gallo, served on hash browns or cup of fruit.
  $18.75
- Huevos Rancheros
  Chorizo or pulled pork on two tostadas topped with ranchero sauce, queso fresco, guacamole, sour cream, salsa, cilantro, black beans, corn and two eggs.
  $17.50
- Breakfast Sandwich
  Bread, choice of breakfast meat, American cheese, and two egg. Served with hash browns, American fries or fruit.
  $16.25
Sides
Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.
- 1 Egg
  Choice of egg preparation: sunny, over easy/medium/hard, scrambled (with cheese, soft, hard), poached (soft, hard), basted (soft, hard), hard boiled, whites, beaters.
  $2.50
- Toast
  Assorted toasts: raisin, rye, wheat, and white, served as sides.
  $3.50
- Bagel with Cream Cheese
  Freshly baked bagel with smooth, creamy spread for a delightful start to your day.
  $4.75
- Sausage Gravy
  Sausage gravy typically consists of a thick, creamy sauce made with crumbled sausage and seasoned to enhance its savory taste.
  $3.50
- Hash Browns or American Fries
  $4.75
- Corned Beef Hash
  $9.25
- Canadian Bacon
  Succulent Canadian Bacon: Perfectly Cured and Sliced Thin for a Rich Flavor
  $7.00
- Ham Off the Bone
  A thick slice of ham, carefully trimmed from the bone, typically includes a savory glaze.
  $7.00
- Turkey Sausage
  Three pieces.
  $7.00
- Breakfast Meat
  Three bacon, three sausage links, or two sausage patties.
  $5.75
- ½ Avocado
  Sliced ripe avocado, typically served as a fresh complement to any dish.
  $3.50
- Giant Cinnamon Roll
  Drizzled with icing and pecans topped with a strawberry.
  $9.25
- Slice of Homemade Banana Bread
  Served with cinnamon butter.
  $6.00
Appetizers
Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.
- Saganaki
  Greek cheese, traditionally pan-seared or flambéed, often accompanied by lemon and served with bread.
  $18.75
- Fried Pickles
  $12.75
- Onion Rings
  Crispy golden-fried onion rings, perfectly seasoned for a savory crunch.
  $12.75
- Pretzel with Cheese
  Soft baked pretzel accompanied by a creamy cheese dip, following the tradition of American appetizers.
  $17.50
- Mozzarella Sticks
  Crispy fried cheese sticks served with a zesty marinara sauce, perfect for appetizer or snack.
  $13.00
- Artichoke Spinach Dip
  A creamy blend of artichoke hearts and spinach, typically includes a mix of cheeses, served with a side of crispy tortilla chips.
  $16.25
- Explosion Platter
  Onion rings (6 pieces), mozzarella sticks (3 pieces), fried pickles, chicken tenders (2 pieces), and choice of egg rolls (2 pieces).
  $20.00
- Chicken or Steak Quesadilla
  Served with pico de gallo and guacamole.
  $18.75
Homemade Egg Rolls
Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.
- Southwest Egg Rolls
  Smoked chicken, black beans, corn, jalapeños, Jack cheese, and red bell peppers wrapped in a crispy flour tortilla. Served with chipotle ranch.
  $16.25
- Rueben Egg Rolls
  Corned beef, sour kraut and Swiss cheese wrapped in a crispy egg roll, served with Thousand Island dressing.
  $16.25
- Buffalo Chicken Egg Rolls
  Buffalo chicken and cheese wrapped in a crispy egg roll. Served with ranch dressing.
  $16.25
- Gyros Egg Rolls
  Gyros, spinach and feta cheese wrapped in a crispy egg roll. Served with gyros sauce.
  $16.25
- Philly Beef Egg Rolls
  Philly beef, onions, green peppers, mozzarella cheese wrapped in a crispy egg roll. Served with ranch.
  $16.25
Lox
Egg whites or egg beaters additional for an additional charge. Gluten free pancakes additional for an additional charge. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.
- Lox Scrambler
  Four large eggs, scrambled with nova lox and onions. Served with hash browns, American fries or fruit and choice of toast or pancakes.
  $21.00
- Lox Omelet
  Made with four large eggs, lox, onions, and peppers served with hash browns, American fries or fruit and choice of toast or pancakes.
  $21.00
- Nova Lox Platter
  Two bagels, cream cheese, lox, red onion, cucumber, tomato, hard boiled egg.
  $23.00
- Lox Bagel Sandwich
  Lox on a bagel with cream cheese. Served with a side of fruit and choice of soup or salad.
  $21.00
Flat Bread Pizza
Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.
- Spinach Florentine
  Spinach, artichoke hearts, and a bruschetta mix of diced tomatoes, garlic, fresh basil, with a hint of crushed red pepper, oregano and mozzarella cheese.
  $17.50
- BBQ Chicken Flat Bread
  Flat bread topped with tender pulled chicken breast in a chipotle barbeque sauce with Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheese, cilantro, red peppers and red onion.
  $17.50
- Philly Beef Flat Bread
  Flat bread topped with roast beef, onions, green peppers and mozzarella cheese.
  $17.50
- Pesto Chicken Flat Bread
  Flat bread topped with pesto, chicken, red peppers, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes and mozzarella cheese.
  $17.50
- Sausage or Pepperoni
  Flat bread topped with your choice of sausage or pepperoni.
  $17.50
- Mediterranean Flat Bread
  Flat bread brushed with olive oil, topped with spinach, artichokes, red onions, kalamata olives and feta cheese.
  $17.50
- Cheese Flat Bread Pizza
  Flat bread topped with mozzarella cheese.
  $16.25
- Monster Flat Bread Pizza
  Flat bread topped with sausage, pepperoni, bacon, Canadian bacon, mushrooms, onions, green pepper, and mozzarella cheese.
  $17.50
- Mexican Flat Bread Pizza
  Chorizo, onions, jalapeños, tomato, Cheddar and mozzarella.
  $17.50
Soup & Salad
Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.
- Soup & Salad
  A fresh, crisp dinner salad and a bowl of fresh homemade soup. Served with a warm breadstick.
  $14.00
- Soup & Half Sandwich
  One half - sliced turkey, ham, roast beef, chicken breast, tuna salad, chicken salad or BLT sandwich, served with a bowl of soup.
  $14.00
- Soup & Half Caesar Salad
  Half order of our Caesar salad and bowl of homemade soup.
  $14.00
Salads
Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.
- Side Salad
  Tossed greens with choice of dressing.
  $7.00
- Large Caesar Salad
  Romaine lettuce, croutons, Parmesan cheese tossed with Caesar dressing.
  $15.00
- Greek Salad
  Tossed salad with tomato, cucumber, black olives, bell peppers, onions, feta cheese and Greek dressing.
  $15.00
- Pecan Chicken Dijon Salad
  Tossed salad crowed with grilled chicken breast, sugar pecans, bacon avocado, tomatoes, Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheese served with honey mustard dressing on the side.
  $20.00
- Garbage Salad
  Tossed salad with grilled chicken breast, Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheese, tomatoes onions, bacon, black olives and hard boiled egg with a choice of dressing.
  $20.00
- Crispy Chicken Salad
  Tossed salad with crispy chicken breast, mandarin orange sections, tomato, black olives, sugared pecans, Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheese, with your choice of dressing.
  $20.00
- Sweet Basil Salad
  Tossed Greens with Grilled Chicken, Avocados, Sugared Pecans, Strawberries & Cranberries with Raspberry Vinaigrette
  $20.00
- Cobb Salad
  Chopped Greens with Bacon, Avocado, Turkey, Tomato, Hard Boiled Eggs, Monterey Jack and Cheddar Cheese with Choice of Dressing
  $20.00
- Fajita Salad
  Fajita Steak or Chicken with Sauteed Onions and Bell Peppers, Monterey Jack & Cheddar Cheese, Topped with Sour Cream, Pico de Gallo and Guacamole
  $21.00
Horse Shoes
The horseshoe is an open-faced sandwich, originating in Springfield, Illinois! It consists of thick-sliced toasted bread, a hamburger patty, French fries and cheese sauce. Served with a cup of soup. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.
- Buffalo Chicken Horse Shoe
  Buffalo chicken on Texas toast topped with fries and cheese sauce.
  $18.75
- Hamburger Horse Shoe
  Hamburger on Texas toast topped with fries and cheese sauce.
  $18.75
- Roast Beef Horse Shoe
  Roast beef on Texas toast topped with fries and cheese sauce.
  $18.75
Wraps
Served with a cup of homemade soup and your choice of fries, orzo pasta salad, tri-colored pasta salad or fruit. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.
- Southwestern Wrap
  Grilled chicken breast, bacon, lettuce, tomato, avocado, Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheese. Served with salsa on the side.
  $17.50
- Honey Tender Wrap
  Chicken tenders, lettuce, tomato, Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheese served with honey mustard dressing on the side.
  $17.50
- Buffalo Wrap
  Spicy buffalo chicken tenders, lettuce, tomato, Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheese. Served with ranch dressing on the side.
  $17.50
- Chicken Caesar Wrap
  Grilled chicken breast with romaine lettuce, tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, tossed in Caesar dressing.
  $17.50
- Turkey Bacon Ranch Wrap
  Sliced turkey, bacon, tomato, lettuce, Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheese. Served with ranch on the side.
  $17.50
- Veggie Wrap
  Onion, cucumber, tomato, black olives, romaine lettuce, peppers and feta cheese. Served with Greek dressing.
  $17.50
- Chicken Cranberry Wrap
  Chicken breast, apples, pecans, lettuce and cranberry mayonnaise.
  $17.50
Burgers
Our 100% certified Angus beef is hand-pressed, seasoned and cooked fresh to order topped with fresh ingredients. Served with a cup of homemade soup and your choice of fries, orzo pasta salad or tri-colored pasta salad or fruit. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.
- Burger
  Fresh homemade hand pressed ½ pound beef patty, grilled to order.
  $17.50
- Cheeseburger
  Fresh hand pressed, homemade beef patty grilled to order, topped with American cheese.
  $18.75
- It Might Be a Breakfast Burger
  Homemade burger, fried egg, ham and American cheese.
  $20.00
- Bourbon Burger
  Homemade burger, smothered in grilled mushrooms, onions, mozzarella cheese and bourbon sauce on a ciabatta bun.
  $20.00
- Hawaiian Burger
  Homemade burger, pineapple, avocado, mozzarella cheese, lettuce and red onion.
  $20.00
- Patty Melt
  Homemade burger with American cheese and grilled onions on rye bread.
  $18.75
- Mushroom & Swiss Burger
  Homemade burger topped with sautéed mushrooms and Swiss cheese.
  $20.00
- Western Burger
  Homemade burger with American cheese, onion rings and BBQ sauce.
  $20.00
- Philly Burger
  Homemade burger topped with grilled onions, peppers, mushrooms and mozzarella.
  $20.00
- Sweet Basil Burger
  Homemade burger, avocado, bacon and mushrooms topped with a blend of Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheese.
  $20.00
- Fried Jalapeño Taco Burger
  Half pound homemade burger with taco seasoning topped with tortilla chips, pico de gallo and guacamole.
  $20.00
Beverages
- Orange Juice
  Fresh squeezed orange juice. 12 oz.
  $7.00
- Juice
  Large. 12 oz,.
  $4.50
- Milk
  Large. 12 oz.
  $4.50
- Fresh Brewed Ice Tea
  Unsweetened or sweet tea.
  $4.50
- Soft Drinks
  Selection of sodas including Pepsi, cherry-flavored Pepsi, Sierra Mist, Dr. Pepper, Mountain Dew, and Mug Root Beer. Lemonade also available.
  $4.50
Sides
Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.
- Fries
  Crispy golden potatoes served as a delightful accompaniment.
  $3.50
- Bowl of Soup
  Chicken noodle or daily special alternative.
  $6.00
- Quart of Soup
  Quart-sized option: Chicken noodle or soup of the day based on availability.
  $10.50
- Tri-Colored
  A vibrant medley of vegetables, often including carrots, bell peppers, and cabbage, lightly seasoned and sautéed.
  $4.50
- Orzo Pasta Salad
  Orzo pasta salad typically includes orzo mixed with a variety of vegetables, possibly dressed with a light vinaigrette or lemon juice and olive oil.
  $4.50
Desserts
Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.
- Giant Brownie
  Giant chocolate brownie, often enjoyed for its soft, chewy texture and rich chocolate flavor.
  $6.00
Special Gourmet House Blend Coffee
- Special Gourmet House Blend Coffee
  Combines the medium body of choice beans grown on the garden Isle of Kauai. With the full body of beans grown in the Baru Volcan area of Panama plus Nicaraguan which adds a sweet honey flavor. The combination of these three coffees creates a bright and flavorful blend.
  $3.50
Hot Tea
- Black Currant Tea
  A lush fruity, sweet steep, blackberry leaves a floral note.
  $4.00
- English Breakfast Tea
  Award winner at the north American tea championships. Complex malted undertones for a satisfying start to the day.
  $4.00
- Chamomile Citron Tea
  Sunny Egyptian chamomile brightened by herbs and flowers.
  $4.00
- Ginger Lemongrass Tea
  Citrus notes balanced by cool spearmint and mellow licorice.
  $4.00
- Jasmine Green Tea
  Exceptional Chung hao tea, scented with jasmine flowers.
  $4.00
- Sencha Tea
  Superior grade leaves, harvested and steamed in early spring.
  $4.00

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Hash Browns or American Fries

Corned Beef Hash

Breakfast Meat

2 Eggs

Garden Omelet

Denver Omelet

Country Scrambler

Homemade Banana Bread French Toast

Orange Juice

Butcher's Omelet

Sandwiches

Tuna Salad or Chicken Salad

Grilled Chicken Breast Sandwich

Malibu Chicken Breast

Buffalo Chicken Sandwich

Grilled Cheese & Bacon

Grilled Cheese & Ham

Ultimate Grilled Cheese

BLT Sandwich

BLT Club Sandwich

Turkey Club Sandwich

French Dip

Philly Chicken or Philly Beef

Reuben

Hand Breaded Pork Tenderloin

Gyros Sandwich

Paninis

Pesto Chicken Panini

Veggie Panini

Tuna Italiano Panini

Roast Beef Panini

California Panini

Grilled Chicken & Artichoke

Garlic Crusted Chicken Panini

Eggs

2 Eggs

Homemade Biscuit & Gravy

Half Biscuits & Gravy

Full Biscuits & Gravy

Full Biscuits & Gravy with 2 Eggs & Hash Browns

½ Biscuits & Gravy with 2 Eggs & Hash Browns

Steak & Eggs

Jumbo Country Fried Steak & 2 Eggs

Rib Eye Steak & 2 Eggs

Chopped Steak & 2 Eggs

Benedicts

Classic Benedict

Country Benedict

Irish Benedict

Florentine Benedict

Veggie Benedict

Sweet Basil Benedict

Los Altos Benedict

Skillets

Irish Skillet

Gypsy Steak Skillet

Hobo Skillet

Gyro & Feta Skillet

Mexican Skillet

Mediterranean Skillet

Meat Lovers Skillet

Home Style Oatmeal

Classic Oatmeal

Baked Oatmeal

Cinnamon Apple Oatmeal

Sweet Basil Fusion Oatmeal

Waffles

Belgian Waffle

Belgian Waffle with Glaze

Sweet Basil Favorite Waffle

Nutella Waffle

Chicken & Waffle

Omelets

Garden Omelet

Florentine Omelet

Avocado & Bacon Omelet

Gyro & Feta Omelet

Hawaii 5-O Omelet