OUR STORY
Basil & Bourbon was never meant to be just a restaurant.
It grew out of an old building we fell in love with — two century-old storefronts once home to a men’s club, a hat shop, even the first Ben Franklin five-and-dime in the region. If you look up at the ceiling, those tin tiles have watched nearly a hundred years of Bolivar gather, shop, meet, and make a life here.
We’re simply the next caretakers.
What we do now is simple:
scratch-made comfort food, cocktails crafted by hand, and hospitality that feels personal. Food that warms you. A room that slows your shoulders down. A place that feels like it’s been waiting for you — whether you’re a local or just passing through.
We’re a small team, a family business, building something steady inside a building that’s stood steady for generations.
Thank you for being part of our story.
A glimpse inside
Basil & Bourbon
TESTIMONIALS
"Fresh, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. The homemade Mac & Cheese was the perfect touch."
Heather W.
“Great conversation at the bar with one of the owners, and a burger that hit every note — familiar, rich, and finished with a surprising twist. Bourbon lovers will feel right at home here.”
Kenneth C.
“Excellent food and service!
We especially enjoyed the
fried green olives.”
Philip W.
