The Basil Leaf Café

801 Massachusetts St, Lawrence
(785) 856-0459

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Customers' Favorites

Shrimp Fettuccine with Shrimp Garlic Shallot Chardonnay and Parsley
Basil Chicken Cavatelli
Spaghetti and Meatballs
Tortellini Cordon Bleu
Lemon Chicken Tenders
Pesto Chicken Penne
Fettuccine Alfredo
Brussels Sprouts
Pan Seared Salmon
Chicken Parmesan

Menu

Appetizers
Fried Calamari
Flour dusted calamari deep fried. Served with marinara and basil ranch.
Arancini
Pork sausage, Arborio, peppers, onion, garlic, panko-coated and fried, served with marinara and alfredo.
Bruschetta
Basil tomato compote, mozzarella, Parmesan and balsamic.
Meatballs
Hand crafted meatballs, with marinara and alfredo.

Salads
Side Salad
Tomato, peppers, onion, carrot, croutons, sunflower seeds and Italian vinaigrette.
House Salad
Tomato, peppers, onion, carrot, croutons, sunflower seeds and Italian vinaigrette.
Caesar Salad
Parmesan, croutons and Caesar dressing.
Caprese Salad
Fresh mozzarella, peppers, onion, cherry tomato and balsamic vinaigrette.

Pastas
Spaghettini & Meatballs Pasta
Ground chuck and pork meatballs, garlic, shallot, burgundy, basil butter and pesto.
Cajun Penne Pasta
Andouille, shrimp, chicken, peppers, onion and tomato.
7-Layer Lasagna Pasta
Ground chuck, five cheese blend, with marinara and alfredo sauce.
Shrimp Fettuccine Pasta
Served with shrimp, garlic, shallot, chardonnay and parsley.
Penne Abruzzi Pasta
Ground chuck and pork meatballs, bacon, peppers, onion, tomato, marinara and alfredo sauce.
Basil Chicken Cavatelli Pasta
Basil butter, mushrooms, tomatoes, onions, scallions and peppers.
Arrabbiata Pasta
Spaghetti, peppers, onions, scallions, tomatoes, chardonnay, basil, marinara and alfredo sauce.
Tortellini Cordon Bleu Pasta
Panko-fried chicken scaloppini, bacon, mushroom, scallions and alfredo sauce.
Mac & Cheese Pasta
Cavatelli noodle, garlic, shallot and chardonnay.
Chicken Carbonara Pasta
Egg yolk sauce, with mushrooms, onion, tomatoes, spaghetti and garlic.
Deconstructed Lasagne Pasta
Stuffed tortellini, chopped meatballs, marinara, onion, tomato, garlic, mushrooms and calabrese peppers.
Shrimp Scampi Pasta
Garlic butter white wine sauce, spinach, garlic, calabrese peppers, tomato and mushrooms.

Entrees
Lemon Chicken Tenders
Marinated & served with banana pepper cream, fried golden-risotto, and brussel sprouts.
Pan Seared Salmon
Grilled asparagus and risotto.
Basil Leaf Sirloin
9 oz strip steak with mushrooms, truffle cream, grilled asparagus, served with a loaded baked potato.

Desserts
Tiramisu
Featured Dessert
Gelato

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Recent Reviews

Basil Leaf was recommended to us by fellow travelers and did not disappoint. We sat at the bar and had excellent service from our bartender (Zach). The food was great and the portions were huge (we would recommend sharing).

We will definitely come back next time we are in the area.
October 2024
I am not a fan of downtown but this place is worth it.

Food was very good.
Service was outstanding.
Outdoor seating was pleasant but a little cramped for 3 people.
Panhandlers on the sidewalks were a bit annoying but that is not the restaurants fault. Parking is an issue downtown so expect to walk a little.

Overall a good pleasant meal.

Overall, worth
September 2024
In town for work, visited with a friend and she suggested this place. Our server was very attentive and the food was delicious! I enjoyed the grilled salmon, mushroom risotto and grilled broccoli! Delicious!! I'd highly recommend
September 2024

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The Basil Leaf Café

801 Massachusetts St, Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 856-0459