FAQs

Large Parties & Reservations

  • Parties of 5 or more people will be charged a 20% service fee.

  • Parties of 10 or more people can contact us here.

  • Table minimums applied to large parties and semi-private events do not include taxes and service charge, which will be applied to guests’ final bill.

  • For Friday & Saturday Dinner Reservations: We may be able to seat large parties only at the following times: 5pm, 5:30pm, 8pm or 8:30pm. Please contact us to plan your visit.

Reservation Cancellation Policy

  • Guests may cancel their reservation without incurring a charge any time before midnight a day prior to the reservation date.

  • Friday, Saturday, and Sunday Dinner Reservations: There is a $5 per person cancellation charge if the cancellation occurs the same day as the reservation.

  • Parties of 10 or more people (including children): Guests may cancel or modify their reservations without incurring a fee up until midnight, two days prior to the date of their reservation. Cancellations or party size changes within 48 hours of the reservation date will incur a fee of $10 per person.

Dessert Fees

  • While we offer delicious house-made desserts, we also accommodate guests who wish to bring their own desserts, for a $25 fee (added to the final bill).

Location

1939 W Byron St., Chicago, IL. 60613

Located in the heart of North Center (Lakeview), just off Lincoln Avenue and Byron Street, Basant is steps away from Chicago favorites like Martyrs’ and the Globe Pub. Enjoy convenient street parking and a neighborhood filled with everything from upscale dining to casual hangouts!

 

Holiday Hours

Please take note of the following special timings and closures for 2025:

  • Stay Tuned for Holiday Season Closures