Although we have been here many times before and have always loved the ambiance and food - as we did on this visit too - my primary goal was to try out the vouchers I had just bought on the Entertainer app. I was a bit apprehensive having previously had paper vouchers turned down at other restaurants, but had absolutely no problem - our waitress handled it slickly and efficiently and deducted he cheaper meal from the bill.
The manageress does a great job - she is friendly, attentive and definitely in control. The only slip up of our visit was that the waitress forgot to bring my salad so it came a little late. That can happen anywhere and did not detract from the enjoyment of the evening.
Mary Illingworth Banks
+5
My son, two friends and I ate at Basilico last night. Three of us had pizzas and one had pasta. The place was buzzing. Service was great and we had a very friendly and helpful waitron. We also made him feel special. The food too was divine. It was my second visit and I'll be back!
Basilico is wonderful for a cosy night sipping on wine and eating tasty and well prepared pizza or pasta. I will definitely come again and again. !
The service is great and it is clean and tasteful inside.
---Entertainer accepted--- I have been here before and it is breathtaking, warm welcome on arrival staff is friendly and advisable, as we had a meeting opted for pizzas and we thought we could all try each other's my personal favorite was the Turin however as my friends choice the Napoli has knocked the Turin to second place. I was advised that you can have a pizza and a pasta to be entertained, meaning you dont need to have both meals as pizzas or pastas, the chefs choices are also available as part of the entertainer, if you are a beer drinker they have a lovely craft beer on tap, scenery is beautiful all around the ambience is fantastic, smoking only allowed ground floor outside, not on the deck upstairs, I would like to also advise of the lunch specials they have R70 for a pizza with 2 toppings of choice and R70 for a selection of pastas and it is well worth it
Loved it! The chicken risotto was excellent, the Creme Brulee was as good as I have ever had. The restaurant was vibey and awesome! The service was great and the staff were very friendly.
What a nice surprise. The place was so quiet but we took a chance. Such good service, delicious food and delicious coffee! And to top it they have lunch specials at R70 a person. So worth a visit! We will be back!
Best Italian restaurant in Cape Town. Top quality food and service. Pastas are top quality. Pizza’s are amazing. Staff are friendly. Very good
Possibly my favourite, go-to pasta place in the Southern Suburbs. I can always rely on them to make really authentic, delicious pasta and their quite extensive wine list allows me to pair my food quite well.
I am currently, especially in love with their lunch special, as it is extremely affordable. I had the Alfredo pasta and my boyfriend had the most amazing pulled pork and pickled gherkins pizza- flavours that just absolutely complimented each other. Needless to say, I ate most of the pizza up. I would most definitely recommend this to lovers of pizza and pasta - it is especially great for family dinners or a romantic evening or even just a great place for a friendly get together.
We have been here a few times now and the food has always been good.
Greeted very warmly at the door and the place has a lovely relaxed atmosphere. It felt cozy and warm on a freezing Saturday.
Both of our pizzas were absolutely delicious even though they were quite busy. It is always nice when a restaurant produces good food even when they are busy.
The service was was a bit slow but it was fine, nothing special.
We will be back.
I visited here fairly frequently when I was staying in Newlands. I am a big fan of their pastas especially their ravioli. Pizzas are good. Friendly staff and they deliver.
yum!!!! first of all waiter was amazing (unfortunately I forgot his name but I'll be back again so I'll find out for you lol), ambience perfect, with low lighting and the coldplay playlist was just date night appropriate!! I had the prawn, leek and tomato pasta, so yummy. the pasta could have been cooked for a bit longer in my opinion. He had the pulled pork and jalapeno pizza, yum too as he's the pizza fanatic. small, intimate and perfect date spot
This is an excellent restaurant if you are looking for a Wood Fired Pizza, the only downside is that they are not halaal but the vegetarian offerings are quite nice such as the Margarita.
Thin bases are used so you can enjoy a crispy thin based pizza.
Absolute favourite Italian restaurant in the area! Keep going back to order the same thing - creamy leek mussel starter and the basil pesto with chicken. It’s a very popular spot so ensure that you call ahead, especially on weekends.
Iv been wanting to try out this place for a while and was so happy when I finally did. The menu has an excellent selection and the coffee milkshake is delicious!
I only ever have the pasta when I go here and it's amazing. I have never seen this restaurant quiet so rather make a reservation. You don't wait long to receive your food even though they are busy. The portion size means you will either go home with a takeaway or roll out the restaurant.
Always a consistently good experience at Basilico’s. Pizza is fresh and amazingly tasty! Service is a little slow but the setting in the heart of Newlands is a great way to spend an evening or even to pop by for a lunchtime treat! Highly recommended
Recently took my dad for lunchtime pizza. The pizza was delicious and the service was great. I've been to Basilico a few times and the consistency in service and food quality always impresses me. I love sitting upstairs and catching a view of the road and passerby below. (I forgot to take pics, sorry).
Absolutely loved it! The balcony seating gave us a lovely view of the street below and the pasta was delicious (good vegetarian option)
Best tasting pizza I’ve had in a long time. Packed with ingredients - bacon is not diced small and thinly distributed, plenty of whole pieces of bacon per slice. Avo is fresh and generously distributed. Thin, crispy base. Competitively priced. If you’re looking for Neapolitan style pizza this is not it but if you’re looking for tasty pizza made with quality ingredients and well-priced, you won’t be disappointed.
Great environment with great food. They have an incredible lunch special too. These meal options were R85 each.The food was amazing, however we were deeply disappointed in the chocolate brownie and nut sundae. Furthermore, this was definitely a restaurant I'll visit again. Thank you for the excellent service Basilico.
A must try in Newlands, Cape Town! Cosy Italian restaurant with big affordable potions! Great service from a very friendly and efficient staff. They allow you bring in your own bottle of wine too! Make a reservation to avoid disappointment
Loved the experience, as always... I recommend the place to anyone who wants the chilled views after a long day at work! And they are purely generous with the food!
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