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Sweet Basil's Cafe - Livingston, NJ Restaurant, Essex County
498 South Livingston Ave • Livingston, NJ
Open For Inside Seating, Outside Seating, Take Out, Curbside Pickup, UberEats, and Doordash Delivery

Open 7 Days a Week | Mon-Fri 9am - 8pm | Sat-Sun 8:30am - 8pm
Brunch Menu: Until 3pm | Lunch Menu: Until 4 pm | Dinner Menu 4pm - 8pm

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Delivery available through Doordash and UberEats

Lunch Menu

Sweet Basil’s Cafe – Livingston NJ

Livingston NJ Lunch Restaurant

Lunch Restaurant Essex County NJ

Brunch & LunchNo Reservations / First Come, First Serve Basis.
DinnerReservations Accepted for Parties of Any Size.

BYOB

tacos

GLUTEN FREE – PLEASE ASK FOR CORN TORTILLAS
FRENCH FRIES ARE FRIED IN THE SAME OIL AS ITEMS CONTAINING GLUTEN
served with hand-cut fries, pasta or salad / corn tortillas available

Baja Fish Tacos (GF) $17
blackened tilapia, two flour tortillas,  roasted pineapple salsa, fresh guacamole & queso fresco

SeaBass Tacos (GF) $21
seabass tacos, flour tortillas, topped with mango slaw, sliced avocado, chipotle ailoli served with salad, past or French fries

Steak Tacos (GF) $21
caramelized onions, lettuce, avocado, queso fresco, harissa sauce

Ahi Tuna Tacos (GF) $20
seared ahi tuna, mango slaw, sliced avocado, chili wasabi


specialty sandwiches

GLUTEN FREE – PLEASE ASK TO SUBSTITUTE GLUTEN FREE BREAD
FRENCH FRIES ARE FRIED IN THE SAME OIL AS ITEMS CONTAINING GLUTEN
served with greens. substitute pasta or fries +$2 / gluten free bread or wrap $1.50

Buffalo Chicken Sandwich $14.50
crispy chicken cutlet in buffalo sauce, creamy blue cheese, lettuce & tomato, on baguette

Italian Chicken Sandwich (GF) $14.50
grilled chicken, fresh mozzarella, roasted red pepper, arugula & balsamic, on baguette
substitute crispy chicken cutlet

Chicken Cheesesteak (GF) $14.50
grilled chicken, potatoes, peppers, onions, jalapenos, American cheese, served on baguette

Spicy Chicken Sandwich $14.50
crispy chicken cutlet, spicy slaw, Sriracha sauce, Swiss cheese, bacon, tomato, pickles

Chicken Schnitzel $14.50
thin crispy chicken, lebanese coleslaw, tomatoes, pickles & spicy tahini in a warm pita

Chicken Shawarma Pita $14.50
boneless, skinless chicken thighs, marinated in mediterranean spices, tomatoes, cucumbers, feta, pickled onions & lebanese coleslaw, garlic tzatziki sauce in a warm pita

 


 

hot & cold sandwiches

GLUTEN FREE – PLEASE ASK TO SUBSTITUTE GLUTEN FREE BREAD
FRENCH FRIES ARE FRIED IN THE SAME OIL AS ITEMS CONTAINING GLUTEN
served with pasta or a house salad; substitute hand-cut fries/$2.00, gluten free bread/$1.50

Chicken & Arugula Wrap (GF) $15.95
grilled chicken, arugula, walnuts, ranch, dried cranberries & feta cheese

San Francisco Haven Wrap $14.95
hummus, avocado, cucumber, tomatoes & greens in a tomato basil wrap

Veggie Sandwich (V) $14.95
roasted portobello mushroom, fried eggplant, tomato, arugula & fresh avocado, drizzled with herb aioli on multi-grain bread

New Orleans Cajun Chicken Wrap (GF) $15.95
cajun chicken, greens, cucumbers, ranch dressing & fresh mozzarella

Roast Turkey, Bacon & Avocado Wrap (GF) $15.95
roast turkey, applewood smoked bacon, avocado, greens, tomato, mayo & jack cheese

Classic Cutlet $15.95
buttermilk fried chicken cutlet, fresh mozzarella, pesto mayo, lettuce & tomato on baguette

Chicken, Bacon & Avocado (GF) $15.95
grilled chicken, applewood smoked bacon, avocado, lettuce, tomato & mayo on toasted multigrain bread

Sweet Basil’s BLT (GF) $15.95
melted brie, arugula, tomato & applewood smoked bacon on a baguette with mayo or honey mustard

Turkey & Brie (GF) $15.95
with honey mustard on baguette

Fried Eggplant  $14.95
fresh mozzarella, arugula, roasted red peppers & balsamic vinaigrette on baguette

Club Sandwich (GF) $15.95
choice of turkey or chicken, romaine on toasted wheat with bacon, lettuce, tomato & mayo

Roast Turkey (GF) $15.95
guacamole, vermont cheddar, romaine &  mayonnaise on toasted multigrain bread

Apricot Chicken Salad Sandwich (GF) $14.95
almonds, celery, dried cranberries & apricots on multigrain bread

Tahini Tuna Fish (GF) $14.95
tuna, onion, carrot, celery & sesame tahini on baguette

Half-Sandwich & Cup of Soup (GF)
choose from 9, 10, 12, 14, or 15  – $13.50
Add $1.25 for vegan OR cream based soup

 


salad platters

2 scoops, served with pasta, salad & sliced baguette

Apricot Chicken Salad $15.95

Tahini Tuna Fish Salad $15.95

1/2 Salad Platter & Cup of Soup $15.95
add $1.25 for vegan or cream based soup


housemade soups

Split Pea (GF) $4.95 cup/$8.50 Bowl

Lentil with Fresh Vegetable (GF) (V) $5.95 cup/$10.50 Bowl

Roasted Apple & Carrot (cream based) (GF) $5.95 cup/$10.50 Bowl


 

café salads

GLUTEN FREE – PLEASE ASK FOR NO BREAD
add: grilled or crispy chicken/$5; grilled shrimp/$8; grilled salmon/$10; steak/$12;

Protein Salad (GF) (V) $16.95
mixed greens, quinoa, lentils, chickpeas, avocado, walnuts, craisins, tomato & cucumber, cilantro lime vinaigrette

Steak Salad (GF) $21
grilled marinated hanger steak with mesclun greens,avocado, red onion & tomato with lemon vinaigrette

Chipotle Garlic Grilled Shrimp (GF) $19.95
mixed greens, mango, avocado, tomato & cilantro lime vinaigrette

Apple Walnut Salad (GF) $17
grilled chicken, mixed greens, candied walnuts, granny smith apples, goat cheese, roasted butternut squach, maple dijon dressing

Cobb Salad (GF) $19
grilled chicken, romaine lettuce, tomato, applewood smoked bacon, avocado, crumbled gorgonzola cheese & citrus vinaigrette

Chicken Caesar $17
romaine, house-made Caesar dressing, croutons & grated parmesan with fresh grilled chicken

Vegan Cafe Salad (V)$20
mixed greens, mango, avocado, tomato & cilantro lime vinaigrette topped with a vegan veggie burger

Pan Seared Citrus Salmon Salad (GF) $20
greens, red onion, tomato & cucumbers with citrus vinaigrette

Yellowfin Tuna Salad (GF) $22
seared sushi grade tuna with a chipotle, cilantro & lime sauce, mixed greens, mango, avocado, tomato & orange sesame vinaigrette


healthy bowls

add: grilled or crispy chicken/$6;  grilled shrimp/$9;  salmon/$10;  seared ahi tune/$10; steak/$12;

FARMERS BOWL (GF) (V) $15
roasted medley of butternut squash, brussel sprouts & cauliflower with quinoa,
white beans & kale over brown rice, light shallot vinaigrette dressing (served warm

HARVEST BOWL (GF) (V) $15
maple roasted sweet potato, spinach, quinoa, chickpeas & pecans with brown rice (served warm)

MEDITERRANEAN BOWL (V) $15
israeli couscous, roasted cauliflower, shredded brussel sprouts, quinoa, diced red bell pepper, white beans, cherry tomato, red onion, kalamata olives & cucumber, lemon vinaigrette dressing (served cold)

PEANUT CHICKEN BOWL  $16.95
lightly breaded chicken, brown rice, roasted butternut squash, edamame, toasted chickpeas, topped with scallions & sesame seeds, house made peanut sauce
with: shrimp/$19.95, salmon/$22.95

CHICKEN SHAWARMA BOWL (GF) $16.95
boneless, skinless chicken thighs marinated in mediterranean spices over warm white rice, tomatoes, cucumbers, feta, pickled onions, and garlic tzatziki sauce, slice lemon wedge

SOUTHWEST SHRIMP BOWL (GF) $17.95
chipotle garlic grilled shrimp over warm white rice with black beans, roasted corn, tomatoes, pickled onions, guacamole, choice of roasted red pepper aioli or cilantro lime vinaigrette

THAI CHILI TUNA BOWL (GF) $18.95
seared ahi tuna over warm brown rice, topped with mango cabbage jalapeno slaw, sliced avocado and thai chili wasabi sauce


 

gourmet burgers

GLUTEN FREE – PLEASE ASK TO SUBSTITUTE GLUTEN FREE BREAD
FRENCH FRIES ARE FRIED IN THE SAME OIL AS ITEMS CONTAINING GLUTEN

served with choice of hand-cut fries, salad, or pasta

choose from:
BEEF/ 8 oz Angus beef (GF) OR
CHICKEN/fresh ground all white meat chicken with fresh herbs & scallions  (GF)  OR
VEGAN VEGGIE BURGER /made with fresh vegetables, black beans, lentils, fresh herbs & organic brown rice

Memphis Burger        CHICKEN: $17          BEEF or VEGGIE: $18
topped with bourbon bbq sauce, applewood smoked bacon, frizzled onions, spicy slaw & cheddar cheese

Fully Loaded Burger       CHICKEN: $16          BEEF or VEGGIE: $17
avocado, cheddar cheese & chipotle aioli

Hamburger       CHICKEN: $14          BEEF or VEGGIE: $15
add Applewood Smoked Bacon $3
add avocodo $2.50

Cheese Burger       CHICKEN: $15          BEEF of VEGGIE: $16
American, Cheddar, Swiss or Jack cheese
add Applewood smoked bacon $3
add avocado $2.50

Bacon Jam Burger       CHICKEN: $16          BEEF or VEGGIE: $17
cheddar cheese, sweet & savory bacon onion jam, garlic aioli

Greek Chicken Burger       CHICKEN: $16
house made chicken burger, cucumber dill sauce, feta cheese, lettuce, tomato & onion

Children’s Menu
(Lunch: 10a.m. – 4 p.m.)
Served With Apple Slices or French Fries

KIDS CHICKEN FINGERS $12.95
2 all natural, non-processed white meat chicken fingers

KIDS GRILLED CHEESE $10.50
american cheese on multi, whole wheat or rye toast

BEVERAGES

MILK $3.95

CHOCOLATE MILK $4.25

SMOOTHIES $8 and up

HOT CHOCOLATE $3.50 / $4 – add whipped cream

PEPPERMINT HOT CHOCOLATE $4.75

TROPICANA OJ $4.95

CRANBERRY / APPLE JUICE $4.75

MILKSHAKES $6.95 & up