Basilico Ristorante

07/05/08

I wasn't impressed

by Savvysdad at Citysearch

Overpriced number one. The food was mediocre. When you read the menu you feel like you're in for a fantastic meal. Then the food comes and and its blah. Everything tasted the same.Take a pass and save your money............Just off the top of my head there are three other places that are far and away better than this place. Da Lucianos on Grand Ave in Elmwood Park, Augustinos on Harlem Ave. in Chicago and Gianottis on River rd. All three of the Italian restaurants are within 5 miles of Basilico. With these three near by I couldnt understand why anyone would come back to eat here. Da Lucianos is an absolute must! make a reservation!

• Pros: parking
• Cons: tasteless food,price

04/11/08

Close your eyes..you're in Italy!

by nancyandjay at Citysearch

Absolutely love this restaurant... tell your "special someone" that you will be dining in Florence, Rome or Tuscany tonight... and head out to this charming restaurant where several booths have the names of cities in Italy engraved on wooden signs! The linguine with clam sauce is our favorite... all fresh fish dishes are done to perfection... lasagna sooo good! their special appetizer platter has baked clams, fried zucchini, calamari, and lots of other delicious goodies. The night we dined at Basilico's, they had ribboned lobster ravioli which paid tribute to the colors on the Italian flag. Love their house chianti and their daily specialties are truly unique. Pass up all those expensive restaurants in Lincoln Park/Square, etc. and head out to a warm and friendly place. Our families make special trips several times a year just for a get-together to enjoy their wonderful food. The owners are at the door to greet you as you enter "a little bit of Italy on Cumberland".

• Pros: Food, decor, friendliness
• Cons: none

01/21/07

So much more than expected!!

by isabella_750 at Citysearch

Scheduled to be in Chicago for a week long training course, in the Rosemont area, I checked out citysearch to see where the good italian places were. Basilico was rated highly, so I thought I would give it a shot. I will be deeply honest when I state that upon arrival at the restaurant location I was a bit hesitant. The restaurant is actually in a business building, and at first glance you might not consider it to be the highest class. I'm here to tell you DON'T think like that or you will miss out on one of the most incredible italian meals you will ever have. Not only that, but the service was friendly, punctual, and helpful. I happened to get there for an early dinner and had the priviledge of meeting the owner who greeted me at the door. The food was exceptional! A simple request to the waiter about changing one of the menu options was greeted with an "of course!" I had the stuffed gnocchi with their own famous basilico sauce - a fresh tomatoe, garlic, olive oil and basil.

If you are in the Chicago area do yourself a favor and find this gem, you won't regret it!!

• Pros: FOOD!!! Plenty of parking. Wonderful ambiance.
• Cons: Not a one

04/26/06

A pleasant surprise!

by kath88 at Citysearch

Was in Chicago just for the weekend and asked the hotel to recommend

a place to dine. They recommended Basalico's. Believe me I did not want

to leave - the food was excellent - service was excellent. - I wish they had

a place like this in NYC. Be sure and eat here when visiting Chicago.

• Pros: Food, Service, Price
• Cons: None

This old-world Italian eatery serves up affordable southern Italian grub in a casual, art-decked setting.

by Jennifer Olvera at Citysearch

In Short
Families pack this expansive dining room decorated with white linen-topped tables and a ceiling covered in eclectic canvas paintings of homey dishes. Popular selections include cold antipasto with imported meats, cheeses and anchovies, and a hot version with stuffed artichoke, fried calamari, fried zucchini, mussels in white-wine sauce, baked clams and pizza bread. Spaghetti and meatballs with marinara and fettuccini Alfredo are pasta faves, while veal Vesuvio and shrimp scampi round out the massive menu.

02/15/05

Twice a Winner

by petercfx at Citysearch

I have been with a group of 5 and with a group of 2. Each occasion was a winner. Good selection of very good Italian food, very well prepared and very attractively served. Brightly lit, lovely sparkling decor, and very friendly but not too loud an atmosphere. The steaks are truly excellent, the Italian veal dishes superb, and one could dine alone on the appetizers. The steamed mussels and their broth, and a glass of Pinot Grigio Italiano - a perfect opener. Young green server the first time, but she was learning fast.

An older experienced man the second, gave excellent friendly professional service. I shall keep returning.

• Pros: Good prices, Good wide,varied menu, Good parking
• Cons: Ask in time re coffee, and dessert, etc., A glum maitre d'

07/02/03

Simply Fabolous

by kimszatko at Citysearch

This just might be the greatest restaurant on planet earth. From the artistic and romantic ambience to the huge portions and homemade recipes, Basilico Ristorante is Heaven! If you haven't eaten at Basilico you are missing out on one of the last treasures we have. A homestye family Italian Restaurant. Amore!!!!!!!!!!!!

12/09/02

take it from an Italian!!

by PATCAT13 at Citysearch

In one word, awesome!! This is Italian food at it's best. Both my mom and dad were born in Italy, so food around my house was authentic Italian. Since they retired and gone back to Italy this is the place I go to get the food I love. I would recommend it to anyone looking for great Italian food. At the very least, take it from an Italian!!

• Pros: Great Food, Romantic, Great Service
• Cons: none!!

08/18/02

"To Die For"

by brat352 at Citysearch

Bisilico Ristorante has wonderful Italian food that you might order from any other italian restaurant (like Fetuiccine Alfredo, or ravioli), but their specials are to "die for". Their salmon served on a bed of angel hair pasta with a light lemon/wine sauce is just wonderful. On the evenings they have it, the lobster ravioli, served with a light cream tomato sauce is great.

• Pros: quality of food, quantity of food, excellent parking
• Cons: can get crowded

08/08/02

bon apetite

by nelly_romano at Citysearch

This is a charming restaurante with an excellent setting. The service makes you feel you are eating among family. The food is honest to goodness real italian home cooking with elegance.