Cecile, her sister Sherry and I had lunch at Basic Kitchen. They offer light, energizing, nourishing meals, from colorful grain bowls and turmeric-hued wellness lattes to fresh juices and sustainable seafood dishes, in a laid-back setting.
For starters we shared tempura style Cauliflower Wings with a spicy buffalo sauce reminiscent of the Veggie Grill in San Jose, CA. Cecile and Sherry had the Basic Bowl (roasted sweet potato, chimichurri broccoli, citrus kale, Aleppo tomato, chickpeas, quinoa, magic green sauce; and I had a Naughty Burger: Brass town farm grass-fed, double patty smash, aged white cheddar, griddle onions, bread and butter pickle, sweet potato fries.
Basic Kitchen's design embodies a casual, beachy aesthetic with a modern yet relaxed touch. The space is filled with natural light, thanks to large windows and airy white walls that create an open, welcoming feel. We ate al fresco in the restaurant's courtyard, a charming outdoor space framed by lush greenery.