Basil Park Circle

This was my first time eating at a Thai restaurant. I had stuffed shrimp egg roll as my appetizer with the vegetable delight with chicken and Peach Blossom cocktail. The egg roll was hot, fresh and crispy. The broth from the vegetable delight was well seasoned. The vegetables were still crunchy not soaked in the broth. My cousin had fried chicken wings with shrimp fried rice and an Armaretto. The chicken wings were crunchy and well seasoned. For spicy food lovers, this dish would be up your alley. The shrimp fried rice was well seasoned, the shrimp were jumbo and delicious. Our waiters name was Kelly. She was funny, attentive, and very nice. I can see myself going back here again.

I hate to leave a negative review, however, my experience at Basil last night was so terrible that I feel compelled to do so. It was extremely busy and they were clearly understaffed, so my party and I were trying to give them some grace and be patient, however it took over an hour after ordering drinks to even get the drinks, two of which were never delivered (2 canned beers, 1 bottled beer and 1 glass of wine). The food took over an hour as well, and they didn’t bring it all out. In fact, my meal was never brought out. They didn’t deliver any rice with the curries. We had to ask 3 times to various people before finally one bowl of rice was brought out, by which time the curry was cold. We ordered soup for the table that was served in a metal carafe type thing which was dropped off without any spoons or bowls. We had to wait for someone to come by and specifically ask for bowls (not sure how they thought we were going to eat the soup?) We didn’t complain and simply asked that they made sure to not charge us for the food/drinks that were never brought out. Not once did anyone apologize or try to reconcile for the disaster of a dinner. I certainly wouldn’t expect any free food or anything, but I would, at the very least, expect an acknowledgment and apology for the clear mistakes and awful service. 0/10 would recommend. Wish I could give some positive review for the food or something but I never received my meal so…

OK! This place is amazing, me and my spouse were just popping by to place an order to go but ending up sitting down. The waitress Savannah was lovely, we had a great conversation (glasses are the cutest,) with her … even when we forgot the steamed dumplings had pork *we do not eat* and we ordered/replaced with the stuffed shrimp. A1 I mean the flakiness was gorgeous, color and even the taste. The sauce was splendid, I got really excited lol I wanted to order more. Ok sorry. Our entrees were the sweet and sour (beef gf) and basil (beef gf.) I looooved the Basil, the juice and the amount was more than expected and after a long day of work it was filling. My spouse enjoyed the sweet and sour, he said he just couldn’t stop eating it and also that’s definitely what it felt like for me too. ❤️ Please go here, we enjoyed it.

Always a great meal when dining here. Just wish there weren’t so many takeouts near our table at the entrance. Took away from the ambiance of eating out. Seems like they focused more on the to go orders than the dining in experience. I asked for nam pla but I got soy sauce with chilis.

The atmosphere was elegant and upscale. The service was warm and inviting. Our waitress was attentive to us during dinner. For our appetizer, we ate the stuff shrimp which were really delicious. Unfortunately, dinner was not a "wow". I ate Basil Shrimp and I felt like the shrimp were not fresh caught. Considering their location, I would expect fresh local shrimp. I did love the fact that they offered brown rice as an option. Hubby ate the Basil Beef. He enjoyed it; however, he did request Thai Hot and felt that the heat level was not hot or in comparison to other Thai restaurants. This was our 1st dining experience at the PC location.

I enjoyed my experience. The server was friendly and knowledgeable. The food was different and tasty. I was disappointed that the hours of operations are short. The bathroom was clean. It was a beautiful experience. I encourage you to visit and see Jah (I think that is the correct spelling). If not, I apologize in advance.

Had a chance to try Basil during restaurant week 2024. Starting with the fried wontons (not pictured I forgot to grab a picture before I devoured them) very nice, different in taste because they’re not crab but not different in a bad way. Good portion app with about 8-10 served in it. The Pad Thai and Pad See Eu were both great dishes and very flavorful. With good portion sizes. I had the Pad Thai medium and felt as if it could’ve easily been a mild so the server was gracefully able to provide additional spice (garlic chili paste) so feel on the safe side ordering knowing the spice level will not be overbearing. For dessert I had the Raspberry Cheesecake which was amazingly light and soft, not dense at all it was a dream to finish the meal with. The mixed drink was the Creamy Lemon Cake which was very delicious and almost felt like a dessert in of itself. It had an actual lemon cake aftertaste with little to no alcohol taste during or after the drink. Our server was incredibly kind, happy to serve, and had a bubbly welcoming personality. Safe to say I will definitely be back here for more.

Curry duck was good, although i feel like the curry is not sufficient as the meat was a lot. Coconut chicken soup was featured, while the chicken was a little dry, the soup tasted good. Pad Thai was a little sour. Spring roll was fresh with the sauce. Sadly no thai tea to be found. Overall more like a fusion thai restaurant.

Perfectly fine Thai food in Park Circle. Normally I'd give this quality of food 4 or 5 stars, but I felt it was rather expensive for what it is (take out level Thai) with a relatively limited menu than the typical Thai place. Food came out quick, service was friendly and fine (though I ordered the Yum Kung salad and got the Tom Yum Kung soup, which didn't bother me enough to say anything). If this was takeout at takeout price it would rate higher but it's takeout at sit down price with an additional "Park Circle Tax". J.Ja

So I know we came during RW so I will not be judging this place based on the pace of service bc it was VERY busy and that would be unfair. Despite the longer wait times, our server was very nice and doing her best to take care of us. My review is solely on the food because the whole point of RW is to bring in more business during a slow month to invite more people to try more places and showcase their food. I appreciate that they had GF options since my hubby is celiac. We got the Tom khá (coconut soup) - I do prefer mine a bit more savory so a dash of fish sauce from the spice caddy made it taste better. 4/5 Chicken Larb- I didn't remember if this dish is usually served on the colder side. But the temp of the chicken was below room temp. Which for me I didn't mind bc I prefer my food not hot lol I know it's weird but perhaps for someone else it wouldn't have been as pleasant. I thought it was packed with flavor and the lettuce cups were refreshing with it. We didn't get that many larger pieces so it kind of turned into like a Larb salad towards the end with the inside pieces. 4/5 Panang curry- I do prefer my curries to be a bit more creamy, but this one was a bit loose. We did squeeze like 3 limes and added more fish sauce to it bc it lacked that depth of flavor we're used to in a curry. That first bite of curry usually tells us if it's right on point or needs a bit of this or that. 3/5 Beef Pad Thai- this was one of the best pad Thais I've eaten. I was pleasantly surprised and couldn't stop eating it. I like the type of noodle they used which was a bit thinner but the texture was perfect as well as the flavor. 5/5 Again, I do want to give this place another chance on a normal day but it was still a decent experience despite any delays. I would want to try some different dishes off their regular menu next time.

One of the best Thai you can get around Charleston! This has been a staple for us when we feel the need for some Pad Thai. We came on a Friday night and it was reasonably busy but we were seated quickly. Both the spring rolls and egg rolls are super fresh and tasty. Between my husband and I, one of us always gets the Pad Thai and have tried a few other entrees. The Pad Thai is always solid and super flavorful with both chicken and shrimp! This evening, my husband ordered the Prik King and that was also really nice with a slight kick to it. They also have local beer on draft and a variety of wines to choose from. The service on this night wasn't great which was a little disappointing as we finally got our second drinks after we had finished our meal. But it's a cozy spot for an easy and delicious dinner in the park circle area!

This is my favourite place for Thsi food in North Charleston. They make special Veggie fried rice plus Nam pla, which no one asks...they give automatically without me asking. New owner Vishal and his family are outstanding. Hard working, dedicated

Everything at Basil is so packed with flavor and so many different varieties of flavor, you can't just pick one item, you have to over order to get the full experience. And that's exactly what we did. Not a single item was enough, we just wanted more and more.

I always love to support my local Park Circle neighborhood restaurants, but for some reason I often forget that Basil is over there. I used to live in Mt pleasant which also has a Basil and I love the space. Granted it was built brand new and has a very nice aesthetic. The ambiance here makes it feel like the 2nd place Basil. That being said, the food is great and it's conveniently located to me. I recently came in with friends for dinner and had a great meal. A friend and I at the table opted to share a bunch of apps instead of ordering entrees and I would definitely do that again. In total, we shared the steamed dumplings, stuffed shrimp, nam sod, and tom kha soup. The nam sod was a good size portion and great to share. I always love the Tom Kha soup and we love the presentation at Basil, but was disappointed when it came out and wasn't flaming in the middle. We mentioned it an the server said they just stopped it one day so I'm not sure what happened there. I'll definitely be back to Basil since it's in the neighborhood, but I do have some other favorite Thai spot nearby as well.

The food was good but left me craving Thai food still. It seems to me that they are going a but blander than what I like...and I even asked for spicy. Seems like they are trying to be OK for everyone rather than custom their dish per person. Service was great.

Service and food was great! My parents and I are visiting for the weekend and they are older so it can be hard finding a place that isn't too loud and has options for seating. The staff got us a table outside as requested (no reservation was made) and Caroline was the NICEST server. My mom absolutely loved her and she was very patient w my parents and all of their questions even though I could tell she had a lot of tables to serve. We ordered the dumplings, chicken satay, green curry, fresh rolls, and pad Thai. Enjoyed everything!

Cozy Thai restaurant in Park Circle with a variety of menu items from soups to spice-laden entrees. The drink menu is ample with standard wine, beer, liquor. As an appetizer tried the dumplings which had a nice mix of chicken, shrimp, pork, water chesnut, mushroom, and scallion. The dipping sauce on the side was nice lil' dive for the dumpling..found the inside to be well seasoned. For my entree I went with tom kha gai with sliced chicken breast cooked in coconut milk, galanga roots, lime leaves, lemon grass, button mushrooms, cilantro and scallions. Could do with a little bit more lemongrass but that's just me. I liked the presentation of the soup too with a flamed center! Service was quick and they checked in now and then.

Great place for families and friends to eat! Super convenient to take a walk in the park circle plaza afterwards too. You do not need a reservation but during the typical dinner times (6:30pm), the place does get packed. Our waiter forgot to submit our order, and he felt bad, so he got us free Thai tea. The satay came out on time, but we had to wait a good 45 minutes for our main dishes. We were so hungry by this point, I forgot to take a picture of the pad see ew with tofu I got. The Pad See Ew was very delicious and the noodles were not overcooked. The tofu was fried perfectly. There was also a lot of vegetables. A great amount of food was served so I had to ask for a to-go box. The satay was nicely grilled and the peanut sauce was very nutty and sweet. Parking is available all around every street in Park Circle, so don't worry Overall, 8.7 out of 10!

Basil is one of my favorite places in the Charleston area. I force all of my friends when they are in town to go here. We can split a the hot and sour shrimp soup and a pad Thai and be under $45. It's a classic and I love it.

Some friends and I went to Basil for an early birthday and back to school celebration. We arrived shortly after they opened because things can get busy on a Friday night. We were seated immediately upon entering. We had a nice booth that was roomy for four. Our waiter was very attentive and friendly and kept us laughing throughout our dinner. He laughed because three of us ordered the same dish with a few variations. The food was delicious and plentiful as always. Enough to have leftovers for the next day. Our drinks were on point. At first I was like whoo this is strong, but it just made me take gentle lady sips and enjoy it through the entirety of my meal. Basil is a great place to dine. They do not take reservations, but they have a large dining area inside and out. The staff is always friendly and they have something in the menu for everyone.

We had appetizers and everything was amazing. We had a large party of 15 and service was excellent. I also ordered a a bourbon raspberry jam and I highly recommend it! I usually order old fashions and I was not disappointed. It is a little on the dark side in reference to lighting but cute inside. It suited us fine but felt more on the romantic quaint side.

I love Thai food! I really enjoyed their Thai fry wings, the spring rolls and of course, the pad Thai! I love the settings of the restaurant is very mellow and quiet. Our waiter was amazing and the bartenders made excellent drinks. Their service was fast and efficient.

Love this place! Great food, great service! Get the red curry duck - you will not be disappointed!

The food quality is always good when we've visited Basil. I wish their hours were different, at least opening earlier so I could go right after work at 4pm. They have a patio with overhead heaters in the covered area, which helped because it was a little chilly outside. Everyone at the table this time ordered Pad Thai, but different customizations. The food was good as always. The drinks were as well.

Seems like the bad reviews of this place are from a year ago, so I can't speak to that. I was here a couple of days ago and dined in on a Friday evening. We got outdoor seating because of our dogs. Seated very fast and waiters checked in on us frequently to make sure our dogs had enough water :) I ordered pad Thai and fried banana ice cream. I have no criticisms about them. Both were amazing. Pad Thai tasted like what it should, and matcha ice cream was good at balancing the sweet banana.

Great Thai food in Park circle. Typically a small wait but worth it for the food. Prices were reasonable as each portion of noodles were huge. We always leave with a to go box! Great ambiance too, all around great experience for a nice Thai restaurant in Charleston!

I've only had the shrimp fried rice here but it is delicious! It's definitely my go to meal! I absolutely love the fresh cut veggies! It's nothing like my lazy version of this meal at home. And the shrimp are definitely jumbo sized. Such great service! The bartender is so friendly and makes delicious cocktails. Forgive the container in the photos, I ordered my meal to go but ended up sitting at the bar and enjoying the atmosphere and speaking to some of the other guests!

Good service Mediocre curry Too sweet Pad Thai There are much better places to eat Thai

Date Night! Loving the food and atmosphere. Weekdays are the best not too pack and comfy outdoor sitting. All employees are wearing their masks. We ordered an appetizer (nam sod) some tom yum kung. Two yummy entrees and chicken wings to go. Just coz hahah Got food left for lunch today! Parking gets a little crazy in park circle but if you park a little further park circle is a great walking spot. They used to open lunch time but I think dues to COVID they only do dinners now.

I love Basil. This location is the least good (food wise) of the Basil's but it is in the Park Circle area so it suits when hanging out there. The waitstaff is excellent. There are two good wine places in park circle and the wine offering at this** Basil isn't good. Like... ugh not good. So what do they do? Charge a $30 corking fee. THIRTY DOLLARS. That is the price of this Basil's most expensive bottle! ...mind blown... $30??? Basil- Make your selection better or lower your corking fee. What a terrible customer experience... you look cheap. Also, your walls are dirty. Your waitstaff is excellent.

This location has been one that I've always wanted to try. I went for a girls night and it was a bit crowded. My seat was in the walking area for the servers so I was constantly moving around to make room. The appetizers were good. I enjoyed the wontons and spring rolls. I got the Pan Tai... I've never had it before. I ate off of it for 2 or 3 meals! Lol it was a lot. Definitely eat this with the the sweet and sour sauce. That added more flavor to this dish... lol I'll go back and try other items for sure.

Great ambiance and wonderful service! Food tasted good! Love the presentation! Located in a nice area with plenty to see!

It been 10 years since my last visit in downtown location. Got a chance to go back and try it at the new location and food is still consistent from the had time I had it

Don't order take out from here. Took over 2 hrs and was missing one of 2 entrees when it arrived. I called twice to check on the order and the people on the phone could not have been less helpful or more rude. Never will go there or order take out again.

"George likes spicy chicken." Perfect, affordable business lunch spot in Park Circle. Yes, having a special lunch menu is best for everyone. Smaller portions = smaller prices. Hey, they get it. Yes, we love the Basil downtown too, but the Park Circle one is smaller, quieter, and more intimate. Hearing each other talk during a business meeting is HUGE. Server was attentive without being overbearing. Basil is one of those places where you go and say "everything is good" and actually MEAN IT. Seriously, we've had the pad thai (have them punch up the spicy) twenty times and love it every time. Perfect texture, flavor, etc. Other standout dishes include: Dumplings (just the right amount of crunch) Beef fried rice Sweet and sour chicken Again, order the pad thai. It's the best in the area and reminds of our "go to" place in South Florida. After typing, I'm ready for my next spicy pad thai.

Came with a group to celebrate a birthday. The atmosphere is sophisticated. I ordered a lemon drop martini and the steamed dumplings as my appetizer. The food arrived relatively quickly. The dumplings are huge and delicious. I ordered pad Thai which was good. It lacked flavor compared to pad Thai I've had at other restaurants. The portion was enormous -- definitely made for sharing! The presentation for both was great. Our waitress was friendly and attentive. Overall, it was a good time and I would return.

This place was almost as good as the downtown location. The staff here is really friendly and attentive. It took awhile to realize they were open since it's difficult to see inside the windows. The food was delicious. I always love the spring rolls and the wonton soup. I did not have as much time to venture any further into the menu but what I got was reminiscent of what they serve downtown. It was quick to get our food considering that we didn't order a lot of food. One thing I'd like to say is that they always kept my iced water flowing. I only drink water with my food so keeping my yeti full was a bonus and very much appreciated.

Always fantastic, one of my regular stops for viet and thai food. Wait staff is nice and it os not expensive for the quality of the food. Outside patio is nice when its cooler.

First problem: I ordered food in the middle of December, 2022 and found a long piece of hair in my rice. They gave me a partial refund. I was disgusted, but let it go. Second problem: I ordered food to go on January 4th, 2023. After eating half of my food, I bit something hard and chipped my tooth. I looked to see what it was that did it and I found a small rock/pebble. I called the restaurant, reached their voicemail and left a message explaining the issue with my contact information. My girlfriend also called and left a message. Today is 1/22 and I haven't heard anything back. I tried to handle this through the restaurant directly, but I guess I have to use other methods now to get a resolution.

Have always been a fan of Basil since it's downtown days, so very happy to have a location close to us. All in all, solid food and relaxed atmosphere. Wings are phenomenal and a must. Can't go wrong w the pad thai of any variation. However, the biggest sell for us is always the bartender, Nick. Probably one of the warmest and most welcoming hosts you'll find in the area. Can sling a dirty martini like no one's business and is generally one of those reasons you keep coming back. As long as he is manning the ship, we will be here.

I love going to Basil. I go to Basil with my family all the time it's just a perfect place to eat. The staff is super friendly and the restaurant is so cool and pretty. The food is always delicious!!

So glad they opened one over here at Park Circle since we were over here for work !! So amazingly fresh Basil is a must stop for us while in town and park west location you rocked it

This is one of our favorite spots for Thai food in a fun environment. The patio in the Mt. Pleasant location is amazing when the weather is nice! My favorite is the Pad See-Eu, especially with some hot chili oil to take the spice up a bit! The Basil Rolls are also a great starter, as are the dumplings! And of course, their cocktails are on point as well!

A group of friends and I were in the area for dinner one night and after finding out every place in the area had atleast an hour wait we decided to try these guys out. Although they were busy as well, we were greeted immediately and seated. We were able to sit out in the patio which was much more intimate than inside. Little loud and just well, busy lol. The restaurant is moderately spacious with a cool and cozy vibe to it, good ambiance. Upon getting greeted by our waiter I knew the night was about to be fun. One of the best waiters I think I've had! From the moment he started talking to us until we left we were cutting up with him, laughing, and having a good time. Besides that tho he was awesome at service! Making great menu rec's and always there to serve us however we needed. I hate that I can't remember his name tho, he was great! Food wise everything was good! Little pricy menu but I guess if there's no other Thai food around you'd be willing to pay it. I ate a big lunch so I settled for the Tom Yum Kung, it was cold outside so a big bowl of soup sounded like it would hit the spot. And it did! Pretty good Tom Yum and it was served in such a neat way! Never had it brought like that so I was pleased. Overall a great experience at basil!

This is one of our favorite places to go, especially since they have some vegan options and are typically super helpful in explaining the menu. Lately, our go-to dinner has been the Masaman Curry dish, which consists of three main ingredients - potatoes, onion, and cashews. On this occasion (Saturday evening, Dec 19), our rice bowl was brought out first and literally sat on the table for about 25 minutes until the rest of the food arrived. Once the curry arrived and we had started eating, we realized there were no cashews in the meal (we both ordered the same thing). When we brought it up to the server, she apologized and said, "well, the kitchen is really busy tonight." No offer of a replacement, nothing taken off the check. Very very disappointing. When there are only 3 ingredients, leaving out one of them pretty much makes the dish not the dish. This was not at all indicative of the type of service we usually receive at Basil. Normally, the food is outstanding, the atmosphere is pleasant, and the servers are extremely helpful. Hopefully, this was an anomaly.

What a wonderful time for my friend's birthday! Mauricio was the best host ever. I was so impressed with his service, knowledge, and speaking skills. Then, Chris doubled as bartender and our waiter. He excited both well. Get the stuffed shrimp! That duck salad! Chris can make any drink, even if it's not on the menu. He is that good. I'll be back!

Ordered the red curry. The flavors were absolutely delicious. The serving size was ridiculously small. I would not say it would even qualify as a lunch portion the bag it was delivered and was also unsealed which is sloppy for top dollar they should have better portions and better food safety control, for these reasons, I will not order again.

Usually super fresh and delicious, ordered here last night for Uber eats delivery and was horrible! I have video, o got chicken and shrimp pad Thai from the Daniel Island location and it was ALL noodles, rubber chicken and shrimp, and no flavor. I have video- two one inch scallion pieces in the whole order. Awful.

Gillian was beyond helpful with a carry out order! Big props to her and her, above and beyond, hospitality!

I love the food and the outdoor seating. We will be back. I wish they put some effort into their wine list though. There are all kinds of cool wines to pair with Thai food.

I was a little concerned because of the average star rating, but I think that's just because of the low number of reviews at this point. Our experience was really good. The hostess was super helpful in getting us a high chair, there is a ton of open space including outdoor space. The menu is the same (or at least very similar) to Basil downtown. I do like the vibe a little better downtown, I think it's fun that you can watch the kitchen downtown, BUT the ease of parking here is super nice. We ordered egg rolls, pad thai and then the dish with the cellophane noodles (I always forget to write down the actual name). I'm personally not a big fan of pad thai, just not a peanut sauce fan, but the hubs and our friend liked it. The cellophane noodle dish was solid with lots of veggies and I ordered it with shrimp as well. Everything was good!

Had a great meal here tonight. Four of us shared multiple appetizers and adult drinks. A great time. Prices are a bit different from their Mount Pleasant location. But still a good value for happy hour. The staff are just as perfect as Mount Pleasant. No surprise there. Park Circle is the perfect spot for Basil. Visit them for a great meal. Well worth the trip.

Still shocked they were able to seat five of us on a Friday night at 8pm! The service was great and the food was too! Shared the larb and dumplings as well as the vegetable delight and beef garlic!! The garlic was sooo delicious! Can't wait to come back.

Basil is one of my favorite restaurants, and this visit did not disappoint. It was a perfect fall night, so we opted to sit outside, and their patio has a great ambiance and is kind of blocked off from the street so you don't get all the noise. I've loved everything I've tried at Basil but had to go with my old standby, the Pad Thai, this trip. If you haven't had the Pad Thai at Basil ‍!! It's amazing!! The drinks were also to die for! My friend had the peach sangria, which she raved about, and I had the guava habanero margarita -- my mouth is literally watering thinking about it!

Came here one night after watching a show, checking out the ax throwing place Blade& Bull, and pretty much ordered the menu Service here is SUPERB, everyone that dealt with our rather loud and rambunctious table was very friendly, provided amazing customer service, and of course, got our food and wine to us! My personal favorites are the - Basil Duck -Basil Barramundi - Basil anything really the sauce is amazing and tastes great over rice - spring rolls (they are petite though so if you are used to something bigger, these are mini spring rolls, terrifically rolled and each bite delish.) -satay chicken We also ordered, but i personally did not LOVE, Pad see ew (although the other girls in our group liked it), pad thai, and curry . Overall a great place to come with friends, amazing Park Circle location, and a fun yet classy atmosphere.

Basil has opened on Park circle. If you had been to Lotus, you know where they are. Where Lotus was more Asian-Fusion, Basil is the Thai food you know and love. Having eaten downtown, I was hoping this would be as good, and they did not disappoint. Location - If you had visited Lotus, you know what the place looks like. Not a lot of changes. Dark wooden floor and on most walls. Not a bad thing though, as it's is nice. I noticed a Lotus sign out front, so not all the re branding is complete. Very clean. Not noisy. I did have an issue with our booth. The table is fixed to the floor and crowded me a bit. It could not be adjusted. Rated a 4. Service - A very nice young lady opened the door a few minutes early to welcome us and let us in. Our server was prompt with glasses of ice water and menus. Selection was taken and meals delivered promptly. When it was time for the check, there was no delay. Thus, transactions complete, we were out the door and back to work with time to spare. Rated this a 5. Food - The meal, Basil beef for $10.95, was generous and popped with flavors of garlic, fresh Thai basil, and Thai peppers. Just as good as I had enjoyed downtown. Served in a bowl, with accompanying white rice, and a plate. A frugal eater could split this and be enjoyed by two. Rated a 5. Overall I give Basil in Park Circle a 5. Some of the best Thai I have enjoyed. Keep this up and I will be eating here every week or so.

I mean, we did DoorDash or something like that. It was good but you know how expensive those services are so think twice.