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Basilico Restaurant

WakefieldBronx

4.9· 139 reviewsOpen until 10PM
Basilico Restaurant — italian restaurant — in Wakefield — Bronx — NYC
Basilico Restaurant interior — Wakefield

Wakefield

Bronx

The brief

About Basilico Restaurant

Basilico Restaurant brings authentic Italian cuisine to the Wakefield neighborhood of the Bronx, earning an impressive 4.9-star rating from 139 satisfied customers. The restaurant specializes in traditional Italian dishes prepared with quality ingredients and genuine cooking techniques that transport diners straight to Italy. With a welcoming and warm atmosphere, Basilico offers a comfortable dining experience perfect for families, couples, and groups alike. The menu accommodates various dietary preferences while maintaining the integrity of classic Italian flavors.

Community Rating

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139 community reviews

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What diners say about Basilico Restaurant

15 verified Google reviews · 3 with owner responses

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EMAD ALSAIDILocal guide
a week ago

Basilico Restaurant exceeded all my expectations. The food was absolutely delicious, authentic, and beautifully presented. Every dish was full of flavor, especially the fresh pasta and seafood. The atmosphere was elegant yet cozy, making it perfect for both family dinners and special occasions. What truly made the experience exceptional was the outstanding service and warm hospitality from the staff. Highly recommended — definitely one of the best Italian restaurants I’ve visited, and I can’t wait to come back!

Response from the owner

Thank you for sharing such thoughtful praise—it’s a joy to know our service and atmosphere made your visit special.<br><br>With gratitude, <br>Basilico Restaurant

soujun parkLocal guide
2 weeks ago

visited this place from the city and had the seafood risotto, pappardelle, and Caesar salad. The seafood risotto was absolutely amazing! I will definitely visit again to try other dishes.

Response from the owner

Soujun,<br><br>We're delighted you enjoyed your meal with us and look forward to welcoming you back for more culinary discoveries.<br><br>With gratitude, <br>Basilico Restaurant

Ken Wile
a month ago

We had a great time. We have been to a lot of restaurants but Kevin made it special. Kevin was extremely attentive and knowledgable. The food was incredible. The cauliflower soup was unique and delicious too. The coq au vin was exceptional.

Response from the owner

Ken,<br><br>It’s wonderful to know your evening felt truly special, and we’re grateful for your kind words about both the cuisine and our team.<br><br>With appreciation, <br>Basilico Restaurant

Elvana
a month ago

First time dining here and it was an amazing experience. The staff was so kind and professional , service was on point and the food was truly delicious. The place itself has such a nice vibe and everyone was very welcoming. You can tell they really care about their guests. Highly recommended. Definitely coming back!

Robert Rudaj
2 months ago

Phenomenal food and even better service. A+<br><br>Come have a great meal here asap

Angelina Conti
3 months ago

Overall, a really great experience! The food was tasty and the ambiance was lovely. The staff was friendly and attentive. Just a small hiccup with the wait time, but otherwise, a solid choice. Would definitely recommend!

Natalia BaklitskayaLocal guide
Edited 4 months ago

Update:<br>We ordered takeout short rib with handmade pasta with mushroom sauce from Basilico recently and it was SO GOOD! 😋 We will definitely be getting it again to satisfy the craving. And the pistachio cake was once again delicious and light!<br><br>Come for the Chicken Piccata and Basilico Smash! And the wonderful atmosphere, friendly and attentive servers and owner, delicious food all around and scrumptious desserts. We particularly like the pistachio cake and the crème brûlée. We used to go out to Scalini Osteria for similar atmosphere and fare, but Basilico has replaced it for us as a great local option. Looking forward to seeing more from them and we will keep coming back as we have been.

Stephanie RuizLocal guide
4 months ago

Beautiful little restaurant in a small quaint neighborhood. Amazing food, drinks and desserts. Service was very good. And prices are fair. I would definitely recommend.

Jessica Woldeyohannes
4 months ago

My friend and I came here for Saturday lunch and had an amazing time! The food and drinks were outstanding, the service was top notch (shoutout to Kevin) and the atmosphere was bright and relaxing. I highly recommend Basilico and am looking forward to coming back again.

Artemisa Brahaj
5 months ago

Basilico Restaurant is truly a hidden gem. From the moment you walk in, there’s a warm, welcoming vibe that makes you feel right at home. Excellent food and Service!

Aurel Brahaj
6 months ago

Basilico Restaurant was fantastic. The food was fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. The staff were friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere was warm and comfortable. Everything—from the pasta to the dessert—tasted amazing. I’ll definitely be coming back. Highly recommend!

Damaris TLocal guide
6 months ago

Our first time and it was great. From the moment we walked in til we left it was an excellent experience. I highly recommend it and you will love it too. We will definitely came back my our my daughter soon.

Jasmine de Nully
7 months ago

We had a fantastic Tuesday evening here.<br><br>The ambiance was chill and spacious, making for a great, relaxed dinner setting. The food was the real highlight—everything had great flavor. The calamari was hands-down one of the best I've ever had—absolutely tasty and tender! For the main course, the red snapper was perfectly cooked, light, and served beautifully on a bed of fresh veggies.<br><br>To top it off, the service from Nick was exemplary and incredibly welcoming. If you’re looking for great food, excellent service, and a pleasant atmosphere, this is definitely the place. Highly recommend!

Alex Arnold
8 months ago

Excellent presentation, fantastic preparation of the meal. Attentive service. Awesome brunch. Pollenta was delicious spinach omelette fantastic. Pancakes tasty but slightly tough everything else was perfect.

Alison ParishLocal guide
10 months ago

For my first time, I had a lovely experience. As a group, we ordered an array of dishes from shrimp pasta, grilled salmon, omelettes and blueberry pancakes, and penne vodka with chicken pasta. The service was friendly and we had all of our needs met with ease. Also, the manager stopped by to greet the table. We even had some lemoncello on the house. Fantastic job to the staff!

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