$$$$ • Hindú contemporánea • North Center
Basant showcases modern Indian cuisine by complementing the flavors and traditions of India with fresh, local ingredients and classic techniques. For Chef/Owner Jeet Singh, food is about people. Chef Jeet invites guests to share his nostalgia, love and curiosity for flavors. Inspired by the festival of Basant, symbolizing spring and new beginnings, Basant's menu honors tradition while celebrating innovation. Guests can choose from the classics like Lamb Chops, Butter Chicken, Lamb Shank Nihari or Malai Kofta. Or, they can also sample Basant's innovative dishes including starters like Chettinad Fried Chicken, Vindaloo Pork Belly Tonkatsu and mains such as Duck Basant or Mushroom and Jackfruit Haleem. Complimenting its menu, Basant's craft cocktail and NA options combine the familiar and nostalgic with the unexpected.