Basil & Garlic Bistro
9330 E Poinsettia Dr, Scottsdale, AZ, 85260
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Address :
9330 E Poinsettia Dr
Scottsdale, AZ, 85260 - Phone (480) 661-3912
- Website https://basilandgarlicbistro.com
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Opening Hours
- Tue
- Mon :Closed
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Lunch
Parking : Private Lot
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : No
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : Free
Has TV : Yes
Dogs Allowed : No
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : Yes
Categories
Pizza
Pizza is a famous Italian dish savored around the world. The entire credit for the popularity of Pizza in the United States goes to the chain of pizzerias all over the country. While the base and the texture of Pizza remains same across the globe, it's the toppings that differs from country to country. In the United States, you will find the top pizzerias serving pizzas with the toppings of mainly beef, bacon, chicken, ham, and sausage for the non-vegetarians. Other than these famous meat options, Pizzas with veg toppings such as mushrooms, pepperonis, garlic, tomatoes, spinach, etc. are also famous in most restaurants in the United States.
Irrespective of your locality, you will find a variety of different restaurants in your cities offering pizzas of all different types. Pizza is hot favorite among people of all ages in the United States. A large size pizza is enough to feed a family of 3 or 4 at large. Pizza is also the most preferred food whenever a group of friends is hanging out together. Pizza gained popularity in the United States after the American soldiers stationed in Italy returned from World War II.
Over the years, different pizzerias in the United States have developed their own respective regional variations. Pizza gained popularity as the iconic dish in the United States in the second half of the 20th century. Whether you prefer thin or thick crust pizza, you can find a pizza of your preference at the best pizza restaurants in your city.
Italian Cuisine
The immense popularity of Italian cuisine globally isn't unknown. You can find an Italian Pizzeria around every corner of almost every city in the United States. Not to forget that in every house, people enjoy mac and cheese as comfort food. But it would be wrong to believe that Italian food starts with pizza and ends with good pasta as this Mediterranean country has much more to offer other than these two dishes. In Italian Cuisine, there is a high use of fresh tomatoes, all kinds of herbs, great quality of cheese, all types of meat, seafood and fresh handmade pasta. Many find it hard to believe that Italians have been making noodles long back.
Italian and Greek cuisines are always mistaken to be same, but they are poles apart. The primary difference between the two cuisines is the use of cheese in most of the Italian dishes. Italians love to cultivate their own cheese and process them as per their food requirement. It is believed that some cheese is so expensive that cheese producers secure them in lockers.
If you are bored eating the same old pasta or pizza, you can try some of the authentic Italian dishes like Risotto, Polenta, Ribollita, Lasagna, Fiorentina Steak, Bottarga, Ossobuco, Carbonara, Focaccia, Arancini and Supplì. Another item which Italians love to relish every morning is a good cup of Italian Coffee. Once you taste a freshly brewed cup of Italian Coffee, you might not visit Starbucks ever again. Authentic Italian food is made with heart and soul, so go find a restaurant where you can relish Italian cuisine in your city.
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T S.
I usually order spaghetti with meat balls or pizza. The food is pretty consistent and tasty. Good customer service. Best to go during the week when it is less busy.
(4)Rette R.
Love this place. My favorite dish is the Quartto Form....something....it's a white cheese sauce pasta dish that is to die for! It's in the most low key area, but there's something about the restaurant that gives it that "authentic Italian" feel. The waitresses are also very accommodating and friendly.
(5)Hil P.
Just tried this place as it is truly a local business. I've heard good things from people and read 5-star reviews on yelp. Maybe that is why my expectations were so high! Everything said in other reviews about the wonderful owners is true. They are very nice and friendly. However, the people raving about the food must be crazy. The flavors are very Americanized! And the pasta is not fresh but from a box. I ordered the Bolognese, the sauce had a nice taste but did not have the spice of a true Italian Bolognese and had way too many tomatoes. Moreover, the centers of the meat chunks were cold...a dead giveaway for a reheated sauce... The chefs special pasta has cheap deli lunch meat ham, making a decent tasting sauce very cheap. I plan to try the pizza before making a final judgement, but at this point I am less than impressed.
(3)Alex W.
Stopped in on a Saturday night and were greeted immediately by the owner. We had been enticed by the reviews on Yelp and it lived up to the hype. I ordered the meatballs and my wife had the bolognese - both were delicious, large servings at a great price. It's a BYOB with a very reasonable $4.50 corkage fee - and a convenience shop next door with a decent selection of wine. Garlic cheese bread was good as well (not on the menu) and the cheesecake was exceptional. All around great experience. If you like the atmosphere where an owner knows customers like they are family you will love this place and it's energy. Highly recommend.
(5)Sylvia C.
Wow! Wow! wow! The food here is simply amazing! My fellow helpers didn't steer me wrong! My dad had spaghetti and meatballs and he thoroughly enjoyed it! I had the shrimp and gnocchi in a brandy cream sauce and it was awesome! The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is because it's a BYOB. There is a liquor store next door, but I prefer to have my server bring my drink to me rather than getting my own! Also, my gnocchi dish could have had a few more shrimp! The owners are great though!!
(4)Tanya P.
ordered take out from here today, and it was delicious! we had penne with Alfredo sauce and chicken.....kid approved! Penne ala vodka with chicken....delicious. The next time we are in the mood for italian, we are only going to come here!
(5)Jim K.
With so many choices we decided to share the chef special which had a very nice presentation (see picture). The food was hot and the sauce was wonderful when mixed in with the cheese, mushrooms and onions. There was a $3 split plate fee. The also had BYOB so you can get a bottle of wine a couple of doors down to have with dinner. There was a screaming upset child and not sure why the mom did not take them outside, but thank God they soon left and let us enjoy our meal and the cozy low light candle environment. The staff was very friendly and made sure we had plenty of water and bread. It was a treat to have what tasted like filtered water. We look forward to returning to try the pizza.
(4)Cindy N.
Recommended by a friend so we gave it a try for dinner on a week night. Loved the fresh made pizza crust and service, but not much else. The decor is sadly neglected, drab, and cluttered. We sat at a window table overlooking a dog run owned by the groomers next door. The window shade was stuck and could not be lowered, the window glass was cracked. Half way through dinner, a large dog came to the window and barked at us then proceeded to do his business a few steps away. A very plain Caesar salad arrived with dressing on the side. Toss it yourself? Never saw that before! The calamari was tasty but chewy. The pizza crust was delicious but covered with an overload of bland toppings. We both think there is a great potential here, but for now, we will not recommend it.
(2)Sharron G.
Wanted to try something new, so hit up Yelp with a "nearby" and stumbled on to this little gem. In an area where it seems like Italian and pizza places are overflowing, we found what could possibly be the perfect spot. (It could be perfect, but I hate to call it that after one visit) First the boring stuff - it's just south of Cactus on 94/92nd St (right where they change over) in a small strip mall with what looks like a convenience store, hair salon, and Vapor store). It looks smaller on the outside than it actually is - and I saw seating outside, that I assume they can use for busier (non rainy) days. It was clean and bright. The tables had table cloths on themn which I appreciate for some unknown crazy reason. I ordered the Quattro Formagio pasta and my husband gotta the Meatball Parmesian sub. He was quite pleased with his! Mine gave me a choice of pasta type (which I love because everyone has a favorite type, I love the thin Angel Hair). The 4 cheese included gorgonozla, which was an unexpected surprise (well unexpected until I saw it in writing on the menu). And, let me tell you that it worked. It. Was. Wonderful! The single best Quattro Formagio that I have ever had. The hubs used to go to Sicily every year for Reserve duty and he said it definitely rivaled that which he's had there. They served bread, of course. Not sure what it was, but it kind of reminded me of sour dough and or was good. Saved mine for my pasta, and it was the perfect accompaniment. Serving size was perfect for dinner (we had lunch and I had to box about half of mine up). I highly recommend them. We will be back!
(4)Georgie M.
We had a wonderful evening here last night after sitting outside in our heated car for forty minutes. LOL Well as you might known, it's been cool here in the valley lately. And, sitting outside for a table to free up wasn't an option. Which BTW, I believe sums up nicely our thoughts of Basil & Garlic. Who would wait forty minutes in the cold, for a table unless it was something special? And special it was, owner Nadine came over and welcomed us. She was sweet and warm, both to us and everyone in the restaurant. That was how the evening went and you can understand why so many people flock here. We started with a salad with a home made Italian dressing for only $1.50. For dinner we ordered the Chicken Parmesan with Angel Hair for $15.95 (photo) with a side of Sausage ($2.85). The cutlets were huge and very flavorful. We also ordered the Lasagna for only $13.95. It too was huge and meal for two. I cannot convey how wonderful the evening was and how pleased we were with the food and the warmth of our host. The food was Four Stars plus and the value over Five Stars. Our bill came to a very fair $36.75. Enjoy! We look forward to our next visit.
(5)Larry H.
We went to Basil & Garlic for lunch. We heard about this place through a friend. It turned out to be a great recommendation. The only bad place and I feel bad for the owners is the location. They are hidden in the corner of a strip mall in a neighborhood. That being said, you need to seek this place out. Very good service, the owners are very kind and thoughtful. The bread served with your salad is fresh baked and ohhhhh sooooo good!! The sausage parm with added onions and peppers were very good! The chefs special is light, fresh and also very good. I would have added more mushrooms, peppers and onions with the dish. Lat lunch is the best time to go. If you go during dinner, especially on a Friday,expect a decent wait as there is not enough staff to handle the crowd. Overall, still worth a look!
(4)Alison B.
Went here for lunch with a visiting friend, which was okay, but not as expected. I guess I was a bit misdirected as I thought it was a nicer, higher end place, and it turned out to be an older place, sort of run down, not a destination, but the pizza was good, salad average, prices reasonable.
(3)Jackie B.
What's with all of the hype? Basil & Garlic Bistro is an ok BYOB place in Scottsdale. Everyone (and I mean EVERYONE) who lived around us raved about the food. The fact that Basil & Garlic is BYOB is awesome! We own a ton of nice bottles of wine and love to bring it as opposed to paying twice as much for the same bottle at a nice restaurant. The food is only okay. The pizzas are large and the crust seems to be a bit soggy from all of the toppings. I had this pizza at the restaurant one time & to-go another, both with the same results. I've had better pizza - in the neighborhood you can try Fate, Il Bosco, or Pomo for much better pizza. It was pretty empty both times that we went to Basil & Garlic - I'm not sure why everyone who reviews it notes that they had to wait. We had 0 wait and it seemed a bit weird that no one else was there. Overall, the food is fine, but it doesn't live up to all of the hype. Maybe try the pasta dishes instead of pizza.
(3)Ali B.
Found this place on yelp and bookmarked it right away, I was very excited to try this place out today! As a vegetarian and a fairly healthy eater, pizza is my guiltiest food pleasure. I know my pizza..and the pizza here is absolutely delicious. This is definitely a hole in the wall type place, kind of oddly placed in a neighborhood. The restaurant is very tiny, as other reviews said, nothing fancy decor-wise. My boyfriend and I were the only two people at the restaurant, but we went at a weird time. The two people working there were very kind and welcoming to us, I was happy with the service. I had a hard time deciding what to order because the menu is massive, I will have to come back and try out the eggplant parmesan sandwich. I followed my pizza-loving gut and went for the individual size cheese pizza and added tomatoes as a topping. Beware: the individual size is huge. I usually eat a ton, and I wasn't even able to get through half of this pizza. One great thing is that they make their own dough for the pizza and bread. The crust was incredible. My meal tasted very authentic, this is up there with some of the best pizza I have enjoyed in the state of Arizona. The price is great too, got a ton of food for a very low price. Was probably the least expensive sit-down meal my boyfriend and I have ever enjoyed together. We very rarely go to the same restaurant twice, but we are certainly adding this place to our very short list of restaurants to revisit!
(5)James R.
Really high quality cheesesteak served on fresh ciabatta. Good spice to the meat and tasty summer tomatoes. I had the deluxe hoagie, it has a little pepperoni in it and is totally delish.
(5)Brandon C.
Meh. The food was ok. I tried the B&G sandwich which wasn't as appealing as it sounded. Pretty good food, I'll be back to try something else.
(4)Katie W.
Amazing food! This is our first time here and it was fantastic! Service is great too. Try the antipasto salad. Lasagna and chicken parmigiano, yes please! We will definitely be back when we come back to AZ. The owner is from Sicily, everything was fantastic.
(5)Danielle G.
Would normally have given this a 5 star review. My family and I would eat here at least twice a week but unfortunately now that they have raised the prices and some items have doubled in price (house side salad), we won't be returning. The bread, pizza, subs (now only available for lunch) and pasta are all delicious. Best of luck to this family and restaurant.
(3)N B.
Delicious! This is a small, authentic italian restaurant in an seamlessly unpretentious strip mall. We drove by it many times never realizing it was there till we found it on yelp and decided to visit. Service was excellent. The eggplant parm was as good as what I ate in Italy and the East Coast. My husband loved the chicken parm. During our 2nd visit it was for takeout. We ordered pizza (delicious sicilian style) and chicken wings (not recommended. Very small). I want to go back and try more on their menu!
(5)Albie F.
Scottsdale has a ton of fancy restaurants (which I don't mind) but we were looking for something more "local" and stumbled upon Basil & Garlic Bistro thanks to our handy Yelp app. To get to this one year old restaurant, we came off E Cactus Rd, and we had to drive right into the residential neighborhoods. Once we saw the small plaza where Basil & Garlic Bistro was located, we said to each other that there was no way we would have found this place just by driving by because you just don't "drive by" the area where Basil & Garlic Bistro was located. Onto the food. it was all amazing. The chicken steak deluxe has a wonderful mixture of meat, veggies, and cheese. There was a HUGE chunk of pepperoni in each half of the sandwich and my fiancee commented that "this is the amount of pepperoni some places put on an entire pizza!" My fiancee's Vongole pasta with red sauce and clams was one of the better pasta dishes we've ever had, anywhere. And it was only $14, definitely a great deal because you're at a family owned establishment in a local neighborhood. We finished off the meal with homemade tiramisu which was not overly sweet and did not have an overdosing of rum. It was decorated with drizzles of chocolate sauce and cocoa powder with bits of whip cream on the side. I come to Phoenix every so often for work and would definitely count Basil & Garlic Bistro as the place I'd try to come out to for dinner when my schedule allows me to make the drive out there.
(5)Peter R.
Had the pleasure of checking out this place yesterday. It's a small little family run place tucked in the corner of a small strip mall. When you walk in you are greeted by the 2 owners who run the place and seem to do all the cooking. They know what they're doing. We ordered the b&g special sandwich which is baked chicken, roasted red peppers, fresh mozzarella, and pesto. Awesome flavor. I'm craving it right now just thinking about it. We also ordered a slice of cheese pizza for my little guy. It's was his first time having pizza and he loved it. I loved it as well because I got the leftovers. My wife ordered a "personal" pizza. It was more than enough for 1 person. She added artichokes, broccoli, and eggplant. The eggplant was strips of fried deliciousness. I'm a carnivore but I loved it. The wife was very impressed. All in all this place is great. Non-assuming family run place with amazing food. The pizza is as good as any pizza I have ever had. Can't wait to go back!
(5)Ken F.
Great little spot right down the street from my house. Clean comfortable and very good food. I've only had the by the slice for the lunch special 2 slices a drink for $7 but everything else looks very good as well. We'll be coming back. Also the two owners are very friendly and helpful.
(4)Kathryn L.
GREAT PLACE!! Absolutely recommend! My husband and I had the calamari (fantastic light batter) onion rings, fries, chicken parm sub (amazingly crispy bread, moist chicken and delicious cheese), sausage pizza (perfectly crispy and the sausage was amazing) and clam pasta with red sauce (lots of clams, great pasta cooked perfectly) - everything was fantastic!! Flavorful and fresh! The tomato sauce is out of this world - We will be back!!
(5)Brian A.
Decided to make this our next choice for dinner after reading some reviews on Yelp. It's tucked away in a small corner just off of Cactus road. So I would have never found this place without Yelp. We went for an early dinner and was surprised to see we were the only people in the restaurant. There were only about 10 tables so the place was tiny. The decor was nothing fancy but when I go out to eat it isn't about the paintings on the wall. It's all about the food and boy the food surpassed my expectations. Everything on the menu sounded tempting and I decided on the sausage sub. It was a crispy sandwich filled with Italian sausage, onions, and peppers that just came off the grill. The staff offered me some marinara sauce and parmesan cheese to go with it. Fantastic! It was one of several other sub choices. I'll be back to try some of the others. My girlfriend ordered a pizza and it was tasty. The dough was made fresh and you can taste the difference. Another astonishing shock was the price! I can believe she got a 12 inch pizza for only 8 bucks. I thought it would be twice the price for something so fresh and authentic. Puts Papa Johns to shame. My sub was more than filling and I'm a starving 23 year old. I didn't even finish it. Here I was concerned there were no side choices. Probably the cheapest meal we've ever paid for and I appreciate that! The staff were extremely friendly and pleasant. Took time to start a conversation with us. This is now a personal favorite of mine as I love Italian food. Too bad I live in Mesa, but worth the drive! Especially to come back and try the desserts I've only seen pictures of.
(5)Edgar R.
Excellent food, great atmosphere and delightful owners make for a great place to eat. We will definitely come back.
(5)Bill C.
On a Saturday afternoon we were looking for a place for a late lunch, and based on the Yelp reviews, we picked Basil & Garlic Bistro. I've driven by the little strip center hundreds of times, and never given it a glance. What a gem!! Fantastic little italian bistro, we've been back virtually every weekend since!! Claudio and Nadine and their staff are very friendly and welcoming. After that first visit learning that they were BYOB, we bring a bottle of our favorite wine with us for a great little dinner out. Love their Pizza (grabbed one to take home and watch the Super Bowl!!), their Stromboli's ... the Chicken Parm sandwhich ... were both fantastic. We are working our way through their menu, really enjoyed the Pasta dishes I've tried too. Just reading through other reviews as well, and realizing that we weren't the first to stumble upon Basil & Garlic! I agreed with all the positives I was reading in other reviews! If you're in the area, don't hesitate!
(5)Joe T.
This place is ridiculously good. Seriously. In my group, we had spaghetti, pizza, and calzones. The prices are very reasonable as well. My friend said it best when I asked him how his food was; ohmygoditisamazing & idonthavetimeforthespacebarimeatingthistreasure. Suffice to say, I will be back.
(5)Cindy T.
Omg, omg, omg. If you are from the east coast like I am, you will understand all the omg's. East coasters are always on the eternal search for food that is "just like home". I am from NY and so are the owners of Basil and Garlic Bistro. There was an immediate connection. To say the food was "just like home" is an understatement. Fugettabouit. Now don't go in expecting anything fancy. This is a tiny little joint pizzeria style. Just a few tables with extremely minimal decor. In my opinion, that is part of the charm. No airs about so the food needs to stand on its own. I had the linguine and clams and it is just like I used to get in queens. Just right. My mother had the chicken parm dinner, which is not actually on the menu but they advised me that most heros (sandwiches for people who don't speak NY) can be made into dinners. To say it was excellent is also an understatement. Dad had the meatball hero which was perfection and we took pizzas home which are exactly what we are used and long for. All heros are served on their delicious bread which is also given to the table when you first sit. Amazing. For dessert we ordered the cannolis as you can't fully judge a place without having their cannolis. Did I say OMG? Oh yeah, I did. I can't wait to come back to Basil and Garlic Bistro. I will be dreaming about it until then.
(5)Mike D.
Straight from Sicily! Don't miss this hidden gem in the middle of a residential neighborhood. Great food, and great service all with a New York style attitude. The pizza, pasta, eggplant parmigiana, and desserts are not to be missed! Basil & Garlic's subs are delicious and generous...WOW! Treat yourself to a fantastic lunch instead of those all too familiar chain deli sandwiches! We just had my wife's and daughter's birthday celebration in the restaurant with 35 guests and it was a huge success. Claudio, Nadine and their staff are passionate about what they do and you will not be disappointed! Enjoy!
(5)Philip D.
Was taken here for my birthday and was our first time in. Couldn't have been more disappointed in almost everything. While true it is a small place they had a table of about 8 which seemed to overwhelm the staff although our server, Ruth, did an admirable job. We started with the $10 Calamari appetizer. Took awhile and when it came out it was tasteless and rubbery. Our server apologized and graciously offered to replace it. An offer we accepted. Second time, no better and we weren't charged. Then we shared a small dinner salad which was nice enough although when they say small, they mean it. Served on a small side plate. Was tasty enough but hey, it's assembly and not cooking. Bread and butter were served with the salad. It was nothing special but ok. Hard to believe the bread was made in house as claimed. Then best of all I ordered the Chef's signature dish, Chef Claudio's Favorite: Sautéed Fresh Mushrooms, Ham, Red Onions and Peas delicately simmered in a rosa cream sauce, baked in an oven with mozzarella cheese. $16.95 Chef's signature dish should be done right shouldn't it? And if you are truly a trained chef specializing in Italian cuisine you wouldn't use ham would you? Or if you DID use ham it wouldn't taste like it was cheap lunchmeat ham would it? It would be some sort of Italian ham like a prosciutto or maybe a capocolla wouldn't it? Nope, just plain old cheap tasting lunchmeat ham. So mediocre to poor food and a very, very noise kitchen make for a poor meal which we won't attempt to repeat.
(2)Debi W.
Meatball sub was delicious, as well as calzone oozing with cheese and wonderful dipping sauce! So affordable, excellent value!
(4)Ashley B.
A quaint restaurant and great place to take a friend from out of town. Good Italian food. The waitress wasn't as attentive as I'd like, but overall the experience was great. Good Italian food. They do not serve liquor/wine/beer, but if you bring your own or purchase it from the convenient store next door, they'll charge you a corking fee and you can drink.
(4)Wendy B.
I am beginning to see a trend here. First Pesto Prima Café. Now this. If Yelper Max A says it is a 5-star restaurant, then a 5-star restaurant it is! And B&G Bistro's food is exactly that. The wonderful smells greet you at the door. Add to that a very hard working, charming young couple, Claudio and Nadine, who are at the helm, and frankly, what's not to like? Simply put...at the time of this writing, this place has barely been on the map more than 3 months. It already has the whole neighborhood talking and supporting it. I saw person after person come in, pick up their food, and tell the owners that they heard about them from somebody. They don't need to advertise but I shall Yelp regardless. I can already see longevity and expansion in their future. Antipasto salad. Decorated with attractive rolls of excellent tasting meats and cheese. Add more shredded cheese and very crisp romaine. Top it with still warm, freshly grilled red bell pepper in olive oil. Then top it with his house balsamic dressing. Get it! Then make sure you sop up the dressing with slices of his own freshly baked bread. And try not to roll your eyes into the back of your head while you moan in delight. Chicken Marsala. Tender, generous, moist chicken breast, pounded then seared to perfection, then topped with copious amounts of sautéed mushrooms in a Marsala sauce. You get to name your pasta, Mr. B chose Angel hair. An excellent choice. Cheese Steak Deluxe. A sandwich that is destined for fame. Start with thinly sliced, tender beef and a touch of pepperoni, add well sautéed mushrooms, onions, some of those magnificent grilled red bell pepper slices, and some great melty cheese, then drop it and all its juices into one of his freshly baked Italian rolls. Juicy, flavorful, huge. Wouldn't change a thing. There is no pretense to his food. He cooks with simplicity. He cooks it fresh. He loves his customers and already knows them by name. There is a very special vibe here. Plenty of left overs to revisit tonight's meal. And we will be back. Maybe to try a pizza from his stone oven. All I can say is, if you dropped everything and ran over here now, it will not be a moment too soon, and you will be happy you did.
(5)Sarah L.
Small family owned restaurant. The food is very good and always prepared fresh. The decor is terrible but the great service and good food make up for that. I highly recommend giving this restaurant a visit. Im sure you will enjoy it, unless Olive Garden is your idea of good Italian food.
(4)Sarah B.
Great small, neighborhood restaurant. The service was great. We ordered the lasagna and it was fantastic. I took half of it home and it was still great two days later!
(5)Lia S.
HIGHLY over-rated. AVERAGE food. ADEQUATE service. NO ambiance or atmosphere. This is nothing more than a carry-out pizza joint that decided to add a few tables, inside & out, and call themselves a 'bistro'. I went there with my Mom and Stepdad on a Friday night and the line for pizza pick-up was out the door at one point. We waited an unusually long amount of time for the waitress to acknowledge us and take our order. My Mom and I ordered the same dish, the Sauteed Shrimp and Pesto Pasta and I had the Angel Hair and she had the Linguine. The dish was 'edible', but while mine was 'creamy' in consistency, hers was really 'oily'. Tasted alright but nothing to rave about. Best part of the meal was dessert. We ordered the Cannoli, which was pretty good. Why? Because it was NOT made there..that's probably why. With SO many BETTER options for Italian in the vicinity, I say keep driving past this place and head straight to New York's Best Italian BISTRO and Cafe on 73rd/Thunderbird.
(2)Angela B.
Found this place on Yelp when looking for Italian takeout. Gave them a try and fell in love. The garlic bread with cheese is amazing!! We also love the lasagna.
(5)Nancie S.
Bring your own wine here. Call ahead for larger groups . Delicious meatballs and pasta. This is a tiny place that has a few tables and is cozy inside. If we had known be could bring our own wine we would have, apparently almost everybody else knew to BYOB. I had a chicken garlic bruschetta that was tasty but had too much bread. Fresh and delicious. We will visit again!
(4)Rob G.
Omg, I'm so glad we found this place and I can almost walk to it (if I weren't so lazy), otherwise I would have to move closer. This is the kind of place you look for when traveling, an unassuming, down-home, authentic hole in the wall that only the natives know about. I took my Mom here last week to celebrate what would have been Dad's 94th birthday. Kinda a sad-happy day, but aside from the great food we found Claudio the owner-chef who is from Sicily and of course speaks Italian...this thrilled Mom having someone to speak Italian with. I also enjoyed listening...it was great and took our minds off the day. Forget the decoration/decor...un-important...you are here to eat real Italian food. We both had eggplant parmigiana, Mom had the ciabatta sandwich and I had the plate with rigatoni. The ciabatta was huge, seriously big enough for 2 people to share and was only like 7 bucks. The dinner plate was also huge, I only at half there, at some for dinner at home and the rest for breakfast the next day. Yes, folks...that's one of my tests for good food, if it tastes too the next morning for breakfast...it gets a star. Why was it taking so long to cook? Well I gotta think Claudio cooks to order, because this was the absolute BEST eggplant parm. I've had (except for mine :-). The eggplant was sliced thin and lightly breaded, the sauce was to die for, and the cheese was excellent. The rigatoni was excellent as well. Plenty of parking No liquor license but 30' away is a deli you can buy beer or wine and you can byob. Out-Door Seating Credit Cards Definitely going back and has replace my other neighborhood Italian restaurant. I will be working my way down their menu for sure!
(5)Mike N.
My wife and I have eaten here multiple times in the past few months. On our first time in, we ordered the special for the night (fried eggplant over spicy spaghetti) and the owner visited with us after we had finished our dinner. She told us about coming over from Europe and opening the restaurant and sat down and talked with us about our family. When we came back a month later, she remembered us - which is crazy for how many people come through that restaurant in a month's time. Even though the fried eggplant wasn't on the menu the second time we came in, she was more than happy to make it for us again. We have been back a couple times since - every time has been enjoyable and delicious. The servings are large and authentic. The dessert pizzas are to die for too!
(5)Kristine M.
I had never heard of this little gem of an Italian place until a mutual friend who works there introduced me and another friend. It was a perfect girl's night place. We brought a bottle of wine with us and we all shared a pizza and pasta. We ordered the bolognese with penne and 2 pizzas. I got my own personal pie of pepperoni and black olives and then we also got homeade bread made from scratch before the meal. Everything tasted wonderful and the atmosphere was so laid back. I will definitely come back!
(5)Fae H.
This is the best place. We love coming here, we come multiple times each week. Highly recommended!
(5)Melissa B.
Having grown up on Long Island and having lived in New York City, I know my pizza. And by pizza I mean New York style pizza. Basil and Garlic Bistro is the closest thing I've had to New York pizza. I wonder if they import the water for the dough? It is seriously good. The bottom is crispy and not burnt. And the place has an air of authenticity in that the owners are bonafide New Yorkers, complete with Brooklyn accents. The ambience is ok, it's a little dark and cramped but there is something so New York about that too. Go and experience the cheesy deliciousness.
(4)Jan M.
A gem in our neighborhood! Packed the night we tried it, thank goodness we jus ordered carry-out. Caesar salad was yum, fettuccine Alfredo amazing, little homemade breads with dinner wonderful, thick pizza good but a little thick, will order regular next time. You can see the kitchen knows what it's doing! We will be back to try more!!!
(4)Lorina K.
I just walked in to check out the place. I was craving bruschetta to have with my salad that I had purchased next door, and wanted to see if they had it in the menu. Unfortunately they do not have it on the menu, but the gentleman was so kind that he told me "I will make it for you." What a great first impression. This is why I continue to support small to medium businesses. Keep it up and thank you.
(5)Carol R.
We were excited to try this place based upon the other reviews, but alas it wasn't meant to be. We were greeted and told to choose a table, and after 15 minutes we left without ever receiving a menu or another glance. The food may be great but the service, or lack there of, does not meet a minimum standard.
(1)Mary P.
This is a really cute local spot. Yummy fried mushrooms, good value, tasty pesto. Pizza so far has been a bit of a miss, so lost the 1 star. Very cozy, unlike Marco's they dont act here like they reinvented the italian food wheel.
(4)Chris H.
The food was excellent, especially if you like comfort food Italian style. The decor and furniture leaves something to be desired, but BYOB is great because there is a mini-mart that sells wine next door. This is a bargain to be sure.
(4)John C.
Wonderful Pasta, Comfy setting, and Sweet Service. Will be going back to try Pizza. Bring your own wine or beer.
(4)Kristina B.
My boyfriend and I dropped in for lunch. We were seated immediately. Placed order soon after. We waited minimum of 45 min for a medium size pizza, and although food was prepared from scratch 45 minutes is a long time to wait. After the food was delivered no one came out to refill our waters or check on how everything was going. We had to go inside and look for someone to close out our tab. Overall not the lunch we expected. We live in the neighborhood and if we consider returning to dine at this restaurant once again we hope to have a better experience.
(2)William K.
Stopped in for lunch after yelp search nearby. Very impressed. Everything was so fresh. Four of us ate. 1 had shrimp salad. Perfect. One had meatball sub. Perfect. One had antipasta. Perfect. One had egg drop spinach soup. Amazing! Great service, nice people. Will be back for sure.
(5)Katy M.
Went there with my family. It was amazing! We had the lasagne, mozzarella sticks, pepperoni pizza, and the meatball sub. All of which were delicious! Being a Nutella lover, I had to try the Nutella pizza (made with the pizza crust, Nutella, and topped with strawberries). As everything else, it was amazing! Will be going back many more times! Everyone at the restaurant was so friendly and welcoming! The owner, Claudio was genuinely nice.
(5)Andrew R.
Been twice, amazing and fresh homemade food every time, tried three total dishes in fact. This is the kind of hole in the wall neighborhood treasure that everyone always searches for. If they keep making food this good, it will need a larger dining area. The only possible improvement would be better silverware/plates/napkins but who cares about that!
(5)S F.
I eat here on a regular basis. Food is always great, owners are very friendly and make the experience even better. Just had the lasagna for the first time. Definitely not disappointed. I love their sauce. Ordered a tray for my New Year's party. Definitely try this quaint Bistro.
(5)Chrissy D.
Authentic, yummy and wonderful staff! This place is the real deal!! Sauce is great, sandwiches awesome too. We gotta go back for dinner!
(4)Mark M.
This place is small and it was not a great experience. We had six people and was told that the wait was 15 mins for dinner. It was actually 25 mins. The place seemed to have plenty of help, but had a help wanted sign in the window. Since it probably only holds 40 people max, I'm not sure how any people were needed. It took us 5 mins to get drinks. And another 5 to order. After waiting another 45 for our food, we told the waitress we were in a hurry and had to get our son to the Ice Den for hockey. My son ordered spaghetti and meatballs. How long does it take for spaghetti and meatballs??? So, his order comes out fast and everyone's else's except mine comes out 10 mins later. Since we are in a hurry, I start eating my son's spaghetti while he has to leave. I asked the waitress where's my food (a calzone) and the kitchen and waitress start a commotion and panic blaming that it went to table 6 (we were table 7). However, I didn't see a calzone on any table. Well, the kitchen never made my food. I have never, ever been to a restaurant where my food was never ordered or the waitress never saw that my food was there. Or even checking up. We never got drink refills either. Even after removing the drinks from the bill, it wasn't enough.
(1)Max A.
This place is kinda far from me, but I stopped in to check the place out since it changed from Two Guys Pizza or whatever it was. I went in after lunch, and it wasn't super busy - but they still had a steady stream of customers coming in. Neighborhood locals who were apparently already all hooked on their food. The owners were an adorable young couple - both originating from other Countries before moving here. They were fun and charming. We had a nice chat before I got fed. I like them and hope they do well... going by the other reviews here, I have no doubt they will - even in the unassuming little corner location. So I ordered a Cheesesteak because my diet lately has been pizza and cheesesteaks and I need to cool it and start eating more salads and going to the gym, but a cheesesteak sounded good and that's what I wanted, so shut up! Anyway, the sandwich was unlike any cheesesteak I had seen... they make their own bread for the sandwich, and it seems to be based on the pizza crust dough. It was one of the most unique cheesesteak sandwiches I've had and easily in my top 5 in Phoenix. The meat was tender and flavorful - perfectly seasoned. Now, I know that most cheesesteaks in the Valley are made of the same meat - most restaurants get their sliced ribeye meat from the same vendor. The reason some places taste better or worse is due to a number of factors - how they store the meat, how they season it (if they even season it at all), and how they prepare it. That being said - this is definitely a place not to be missed. I asked another patron to see their pizza they were picking up as she was leaving and it looked and smelled amazing. If I wasn't so full and if it wouldn't have been ridiculous, I might have ordered one of those to go so I could eat it for dinner or breakfast or whatever. I'm glad I didn't because I was full until I went to bed. I didn't feel bloated or anything - just full as in not hungry. I also saw a calzone being prepared - gigantic/epic. This is a top quality restaurant. I'd drive out of my way to come back here... probably will.
(5)Scott C.
Great food from a fabulous couple. You should go for Claudio's cooking and Nadine's delightful charm. This is a find. Bring a bottle of wine with you and order anything. Love the pasta, subs and pizza. Now I'm hungry. Calling for a meatball parm sub takeout. You should be so lucky.
(5)Bryce C.
This is one of my favorite restaurants in the world. I recently moved from Arizona to Washington state, and this place was on the top of my list for living in the Phoenix/Scottsdale area. I would try to frequent this place at least twice a week since it surpasses everything in the Phoenix/Scottsdale area by far. Claudio makes the dankest food I have ever had the pleasure of eating. If you enjoy being a fat bastard during office hours (or anytime), get my specialty: the stromboli with ricotta, pepperonis, gorgonzola, and mozzarella...with a Nutella pizza to go, of course. I can't find anything close in the Seattle/Bellevue area. Claudio and Nadine were the chillest restaurant owners I have ever met, and I was sad I didn't have time to say goodbye to them. I hope everything is going well! Man...I miss that damn stromboli.
(5)David B.
Unfortunately, our second visit, after a great weeknight dinner experience at the restaurant, was on a Friday at 6:30PM reservations. We arrived to a full restaurant and our reservations had not been recorded. They did have a table for us and were seated at 6:40PM. My wife and I ordered the same menu item as our first visit (spaghetti, meat sauce, made with angel hair pasta. Our dinners were served at 7:50PM. The spaghetti and its sauce were barely warm and poorly drained such that the sauce was watery. Such a difference from our first visit!!!!. I suspect the restaurant had far too many orders for take-outs plus the full restaurant to a quality job of anything! Don't go on a Friday!
(2)Joe G.
This place is great. The ambience is fantastic. Staff is friendly. It's BYOB, which works great for people like me who love great vino, but hate paying 300% more for it off the restaurant's list. Ordered the white Sole pizza for take-out...has spinach, ricotta cheese, artichokes, sundried tomatoes and garlic. Really well done. Can't wait to get here and dine-in with someone special. Well done. A hidden gem in the neighborhood. Don't tell TOO many people!
(5)Schuyler M.
Amazing little find in the middle of the neighborhood. I was having a rough day and was stranded with vehicle troubles. Decided to go eat while I wait and found Basil & Garlic Bistro. This is a truly authentic Italian restaurant with great food that was so fresh. Must make a trip back here.
(5)Allegra F.
What a great neighborhood find. Outstanding food - made from scratch with fresh ingredients. Severs were so personable and worked hard. Treated our little tot great too. Byob! Can't wait to take advantage next time we go. Our table shared pizza, lasagna and Stromboli. Really excellent crust - and very generous portions. Stop reading and go here now!
(5)Lia F.
The food here is pretty good, but not good enough to return. The customer service was atrocious. I wanted a plain ceasar salad, which should not have cost over $5-6 in my opinion (just lettuce, croutons, and cheese) and I ended up paying nearly $10 because they 'cannot make substitutions' and did not once even try to help me find a better option for what I was looking for. On top of that, they didn't inform me of the price till I had already ordered. To add insult to injury, my friend who was dining with me ordered a pizza slice with chicken and spinach on it. Upon picking up the order we were informed we have to pay an additional .75 cents for her chicken because it was rang in wrong. Like really? You think they could have waved that considering I just paid full price for a chicken ceasar, sans chicken! Granted, I'm a very non confrontational person and hate making waves, so I only argued my points minimally. However I don't enjoy the kind of restaurant where I feel I have to throw a fit to get help. I just felt like they could care less about our satisfaction, so I will not be returning because there are PLENTY of other Italian restaurants with as good food with much better customer service.
(2)Ruth Ann M.
We finally went back and the waitress actually remembered us and the events of our earlier meal there! Needless to say, we had pizza and it was perfect. I expect we will go back again.
(4)Kacee F.
Long long long wait on Sunday night. The owners were catering to their family members rather than customers. Waited more than 1 hour to get our dinner salad. ... very disappointed the pasta is not made fresh but comes from a box.. We ordered pizza & the special, pasta with shrimp & eggplant whivh was extremely overpriced. $19.50 for a very small portion of pasta. The orders took close to 2 hours for them to come out. Never ever again. The pizza was a big disapointment nothing to write home about. Nothing special. This place needs more waiters & they need to remember the customers come first...Very Very disappointing... They should either take pizza off the menu or get a separate oven just for the pizza which slows all the orders down..Very bad logistics @ the customers expense. Most restaurants would have deducted an entree for the long wait or apologized, they did neither. It was not a very good experience. This place is Hit or Miss. They are not consistent in their food. Very Very disappointed. Also very very noisy.
(1)Michael W.
Fabulous. Thought the first time might have been an anomaly so went back and now we can't wait to get back! Try it, you won't be disappointed!
(5)Galit Y.
Friday is Pizza night. We've been coming in or taking out almost every Friday since they open.We love the Sicilian pizza and the Shrimp parm hero's. We even had couple of family get togethers there. My kids love their meatballs and penne pasta. We're on our way now, see you there!
(5)Laurie H.
This place is AMAZING! It is exactly what I look for when I want to eat out. Wonderful family owned place! We had the Stromboli. The dough was light and baked to perfection. The tomato sauce was just like my grandmother's sauce. Lovely owners as well. I am going back on Friday with more people so we can order pizzas! I can't wait!
(5)David G.
You might not like Basic & Garlic Bistro. It is about as far removed from fine dining as you can get without being fast food. The restaurant is small and simply decorated, but it is clean and it has tables with tableclothes and comfortable chairs. The couple who own and run it are young and probably make mistakes from time to time. But they are enthusiastic, they try hard, and the food is REALLY GOOD. You can get pizza by the slice for $1.85 plus 35 cents (that's no typo) for each topping. Get one topping - they put on plenty. These slices are 1/8 of a 16-inch pie, so two will fill me up but I could eat three or four if I had to. That makes for a pretty cheap dinner. That's the best buy on the menu -- other choices are moderately priced but not ridiculously inexpensive. The pizza is very thin crust, fairly crisp, and covered in a standard mozzarella cheese. The pepperoni topping was the usual, the sausage appeared to be homemade and was mild but delicious, and the meatball was just about as good as it gets. It all worked together to make a fine old-time pizza. My wife had a sub which came on freshly baked and crusty bread that had her insisting that I try a piece because it was SO good. When she got full, she ate the sandwich filling, which she said was even better than the bread. This is a neighborhood affordable Italian eatery. Cut them some slack. For what they try to be, they are as good as it gets, and that is plenty good enough to have me coming back.
(5)Bob C.
A friend recommended this place and we finally went to check it out. The food is delicious!! We ordered a 14" cheese pizza that was very good, (I am from NYC and have had better). Not really a knock on Basil and Garlic. We also had the shrimp and pasta which was excellent, lots of Garlic, yumm! One of us had the Lasagna and I had the Chicken Parm which is very good. They were short handed that night and service was pretty slow. The owner Nadine came over and apologized and explained the situation about finding good people to work there. We went back again 3 weeks later and the place was packed, it took 30 minutes to get seated. Again the food was great and the service was much better, it looked like they hired a couple of additional people to work the kitchen end of the restaurant. Now if they could expand in that small shopping center to add more seating, because Basil and Garlic is a real Gem of a find in a industry littered with franchise junk restaurants. Pro's, Great Food, moderate prices, Not part of a chain, a neighborhood place. BYOB-The market south of them has an extensive Beer and Wine inventory. Outside seating area Con's- Unassuming décor, small seating area, can get noisy when there is a large party in the room. I have driven by this strip mall 40x over the past 2 years and never knew it was there, I am thrilled I know that B&G is tucked in there now.
(5)K. R.
Oh this place is a little gem. The best calzone I've ever had is here. It's a cute family owned place and totally worth making a drive if you're craving a calzone!
(5)Betsy B.
OK, Georgie M and I like the same restaurants so after his review of this place, e tried it today for a late lunch. It is busy even at 2PM. There are 9 tables in this restaurant, nothing fancy but cloth tablecloths on the tables. We had the steak Salad which is huge. It had marinated steak with roasted onions, red peppers, black olives, carrots and romaine. The meat was delicious and I like their balsamic dressing that had a good flavor without being too sweet. We also had the Meatball Parm sub. The bread is made in house and is delicious, the meatballs were SOOOO good. We also had a Chicken Parm dinner. The sauce has so much flavor and all of our food was top notch. The prices are reasonable and I just love that the whole family works there, speaking Italian. So authentic. I want to try the pizza and they sell it by the slice also. Glad Georgie told us how busy they gat. As we were leaving we noticed the restaurant was full at 3PM on a Sunday. We will definitely go back. Thanks Georgie, a special place it is.
(5)Dan S.
Very glad we came here! Will be back! Had calamari, chicken Caesar salad, and namesake pasta dish- pesto and shrimp, all delicious and then homemade tiramisu yummy. BYOB and wine selection at corner store. Very friendly staff and owners.
(5)Colin M.
I have come here several times with coworkers for lunch and been delighted each and every time. The owners, Claudio and Nadine, are wonderful and friendly and their presence has always added to the experience--they are a young couple with beautiful little children and it is easy to tell how passionate they are about creating delicious food. I highly recommend the calzones--filled with amazing ingredients of your choice and HUGE. I've sampled many of my coworkers dishes including the veggie sandwich, which is loaded with an array of exquisitely roasted vegetables, and loved them all. One note--to the person who found the Quattro Formaggi too cheesy--you may want to reconsider ordering the dish titled 'Four Cheese' if cheese is not your thing.
(5)Eric A.
Arguably the best pizza I have had in the greater Phoenix area. My wife and I went here a couple of nights ago after an event in the area. We had a very friendly and attentive waitress take care of us. When I asked for a wine menu, she informed me that I can buy a bottle at the liquor store next door and that she will charge a cork fee of 4.50! This is WAY better than actually ordering a glass of wine...I bought a bottle of chianti for 11.00, so ended up with an entire bottle of wine for 15.50! We took over half home. For the food, my wife and I first shared the fried mushroom appetizer -- delicious and huge portion, with a huge portion of marinara sauce as well. We then shared a large pizza with a bunch of veggies. The restaurant was EXTREMELY generous with the vegetables; we made a couple of substitutis at no charge, and the veggies were literally piled on like I have never seen, We will definitely be back at some point...
(5)Michael W.
Amazing pizza slices for lunch. Super nice husband and wife owners. Bring your own wine and dine on the new patio. Will be going for dinner soon.
(5)Ted A.
I was shocked to see this place have a five star rating on Yelp. It must be the owners posting over and over again because there is no way it should be rated that highly. We got takeout, thank God, because the interior of the restaurant reminded me of a 7-11. No offense to the owners, but the dining area floor plan is a mess, complete with garbage bag table cloths and a massive Pepsi machine in the middle of the room. I ordered Chef Claudio's Favorite. The sauce and pasta weren't bad but the ham was basically cold cuts you would get from Safeway...not what you would expect from a 5 star Yelp restaurant for close to $20. My wife ordered the Quattro Formaggi, very much overkill on the cheese and had a very chunky consistency and gritty texture. Again, I hate to bash a place but this is a 2 star restaurant and these 5 star reviews are absolute nonsens
(2)Jessica N.
Excellent food! Great family place to eat. Wonderful owners. Will be going every spring training and when we come visit family!
(5)Ryan R.
Phenomenol about sums it up. Everything fresh and homemade. The bread by itself could be a stand alone business. In addition to the amazing food it was a great value. $20 for two to eat lunch in Scottsdale is unheard of let alone for the quality of food we got. A year from now this place will be looking to move to a bigger restaurant!
(5)Soren K.
Only been here once, but the food was excellent. I tried their pizza and salad, and my taste buds were on fire! Original taste, fresh and homemade Italian food. The staff were awesome too. Love the quaint location and atmosphere. Definitely coming back again!
(4)Chuck S.
I had a wonderful dinner with some good friends last night. We had the sauté calamari appetizer with lemon and capers Yum! And finished it off with a large vegetarian pizza :-) The toppings were so fresh,tender and tasty. I can't wait to go there again. Almost forgot. I am not a cannoli expert but it was the best I've ever tasted, and I also recommend the spumoni, both are awesome! Thanks Chef Claudio!
(5)Walter L.
Great, friendly service. I overheard the guy say they make their own bread, i thought it was very good. I had a steak and cheese - meats (they added pepperoni) were also good. Would definitely like to come back and try another menu item.
(4)Evan L.
It's obvious that whoever wrote 5 star reviews for this place has never eaten real authentic Italian cuisine. To start, the place is lit with fluorescent tube lights and is brighter than most convenience stores. Hardly the kind of lighting anyone wants to eat dinner in. To continue on about decor would be long winded so I'll say this, if yelp gave a decor rating it would be -1 star. My girlfriend and I enjoy eating out and this was not even close to what we expected. The antipasto salad was generic with under roasted peppers and deli sliced meats that were worthy of a grade school sandwich on white bread. The pizza, "the chefs special", was greasy and undercooked. Nothing fresh or authentic about this place.
(1)Geri W.
My daughter raves about this place and I thought it would be a great Friday to try it since I didn't want to cook. I'm so glad I got lazy. We had to wait a bit for seating since all the tables were filled. The restaurant is a small quaint place with about 9 or 10 tables (I recall 8 tables which seat 4 and 1 or 2 that seat 2). We ordered our meal family style so we could try several dishes. We started out with the Calamari. It was a nice plateful that was easily shared with our party of 6. The calamari was fried to perfection with a very light batter and a side of marinara sauce. It was served with fresh baked homemade bread which gave us a way to 'sop' up any extra marinara sauce. Our entrees came shortly after. We ordered Vongole on spaghetti (they ran out of linguini) in white sauce, Quattro Formaggi penne, Rucola e Gamberetti on sedani, and the Quattro Formaggi pizza with pepperoni on 1/2 of it. All I can say is WOW! WOW! WOW! I'd be a fat cow if I lived by this place... Each dish was so flavorful and portioned for this family of 5 adults and a kid. You could tell there was no shortcutting on any of the ingredients that were placed into each dish. You can taste the love, pride, and warm hearted delight that the owners want to share with each and every bite. We topped off our evening with homemade spumoni, cannoli, and tiramisu... Well worth ALL the calories - no regrets! My daughter and her boyfriend are regulars to this restaurant since moving just under 2 miles away. Claudio and Nadine recognize them and made sure they came by the table after dinner was done. Claudio did visit each customer table through the time we were there too. The husband and wife duo were so friendly and down to earth. I love that they like to make their customers feel valued and appreciated for visiting them. I can easily see how my daughter fell in love with this bistro and the people that run it. All in all, the rainy day excuse (aka lazy) was the BEST reason NOT to cook last night. HIGHLY recommended and I WILL be sharing this little diamond in the desert.
(5)Susan G.
Just had dinner at Basil & Garlic based on yelp reviews. We have lived in north Scottsdale for a year and a half and have found most of the local food not worth going out for, so we usually go to Old town or Phoenix for good food. Our first clue that the food would be good was the aroma when we opened the door. it smelled like South Philly or Little Italy in NY. The food was delicious. The garlic bread had a subtle garlic flavor, and nice crunch, Perfect with the garlic basil pesto shrimp and pasta. Being from the east we couldn't resist trying a calzone. The dough was firm but not heavy and soft but not soggy. the sauce was tasty without being too strong for the ricotta filling. Will definitely go back. BYOB is great for a casual place .
(4)Katee V.
Go with one of the specials everytime! The chef here is amazing! Just had the bruschetta chicken pasta and it was so good! The chicken was moist, the tomatoes and fresh basil with mozzarella cheese tasted so fresh and delicious.
(5)Chuck Y.
Best meatball I've ever had! This Is my first time eating here and I'm very impressed with the service and the food
(5)debbie d.
Great neighborhood restaurant reasonable prices with great food. So glad we tried it out.
(5)Mark D.
This is a small restaurant with big flavors and highly recommended to everyone looking for classic pizza, calzones, stromboli's, sub's or Italian favorites from an east coast style pizzaria. The owners are extremely engaging, husband is from Palermo, Sicily, Italy (probably the capital when it comes to Italian pizza makers in America and his beautiful wife is from Germany---should be interesting this summer for the World Cup). They check a few times with customers to ensure quality and complete satisfaction while dining. Once you try their food you'll probably quickly become a regular, as I recently did. They offer house made bread that is unique, served for meals and used for the sandwiches offered. The pizza dough is expertly prepared and cooked to a nice crispness, the pizza sauce is not sweet like you find at many other local pizza establishments and the mozzarella cheese is the highest quality that melts perfectly on your pizza and sandwiches. The Bistro is a little hard to find but located in a small strip shopping center off 92nd street between Shea and Cactus (formerly 2 Men and a Pizza). If you don't live nearby, it's well worth the trip from anywhere in the Scottsdale area if you're looking for the pizzaria you remember from anywhere east of the Mississippi. I have not tried the entrees yet but they do offer quite a few on the menu and have seen numerous satisfied customers. I hope you get by to meet the new owners soon. Please remember, this is a BYOB establishment that does not serve alcohol. Enjoy, DeLaurentis
(5)Michael S.
Claudio and Nadine, we want to thank you for such a pleasant meal last evening. The Chicken Cacciatore and the Chicken Marsala were outstanding. I enjoyed being able to watch Claudio work his magic in the kitchen. The aroma's coming our way were outstanding. We will be back and we will be bringing our friends. Deborah Brewer & Michael Slominski
(5)Jon M.
We arrived in Scottsdale this June from New York. Coincidentally, the owners of Basil & Garlic Bistro - also from NY - had arrived here this Spring. Allow me to say this local Italian Bistro is "pure heaven" - fresh, clean, superb food, incredibly excellent Pizzas, marvelous congenial service AND the real deal. Economical and excellent prices, great menu variety + Italian Food as it should be. Lucky for us it's only a few mile drive and WE will be regulars. Take note - there is only seating for 34 and at times, there will be a wait = well worth it! Better yet, just drop in on a weeknight - as we did yesterday... no wait - just BIG smiles. To date, in my first 3 months here, Basil & Garlic Bistro is the VERY BEST value I've found and I'm certain you'll be as equally pleased here! Jon M. in Scottsdale
(5)Hedy F.
The food is delicious. Veal Saltimbocca, Veal Limone, and Pasta Boscaiola were what we ordered. The deserts cannoli and tiramisu were very good as well. The service was excellent and the owners treat you like family. Don't miss out on this cute neighborhood restaurant!
(5)David M.
Good service and good food! Don't get the chefs combo to go, but do try it when you can dine in!
(4)Olivia M.
This little Italian bistro is an unassuming, tucked away gem. We went there after looking at the other reviews on yelp, and were not disappointed. My coworkers and I ordered the vegetarian sandwich, a calzone, the cheesy fries, and tiramisu. First of all, the portions are VERY generous. The calzone, for the average person, would be enough for 3 meals. I was with a 20-something man who never has an issue clearing his plate. Well, this time he did. The fries were covered in what was the tastiest, garlic-infused mozzarella. It is also a big helping. The vegetarian sandwich came on beautiful bread and was overflowing with marinated and cooked veggies, topped off with that delightful mozzarella again. Then there is the calzone. We ordered a vegetarian calzone (made to our specifications). I already mentioned the size (epic!), but the flavors involved are a beautiful combination. Many times, a calzone is pretty straightforward. Cheese, sauce, other fillings, etc. This was such an intricate pallet of flavors, it's clear a lot of thought, and skill, went into its creation. Last, but certainly not least, was the tiramisu. It's a big piece, creamy, great flavors-none of which overwhelm the others. Seriously, this place is great. The owners, Claudio and Nadine, are charming and welcoming (Claudio is the Sicilian chef, and talks to customers while bustling around in the kitchen). Make sure to not be in a big hurry, because this quality (and quantity) of food can't be rushed. The prices are very reasonable, and it was an overall delightful experience. We plan on going back very soon!
(5)Nikki H.
Thank you yet again Yelp for helping us find another hidden gem... Definitely wouldn't have just stumbled upon this place. This isn't your typical overpriced Scottsdale chain garbago restaurant... instead it is a casual, no-frills, family owned place that makes quality food- Quite a refreshing surprise that you would imagine to find in Little Italy in San Diego or LA. Enough of my ramblings... Overall - Great tasting food at an even better price!
(5)Nancy S.
This place is fantastic. Homemade bread and marinara are delicious. We've been here a few times and have always had a wonderful meal. Need to get them on DDD - Diners Driveins and Dives.
(5)Eve N.
Excellent little family owned restaurant tucked in the corner at 92nd St and Poinsettia. They have been open 7 weeks and seem to already have a crowd of regulars dining in and picking up. Delicious pizza with an amazing, light and crispy crust. Had the San Daniele white pizza with fresh mozzarella, prosciutto, tomatoes and arugula. They have medium or large. The medium is huge! The antipasto salad is large enough to share with 3 people. You can BYOB but there is a $4.50 corkage fee.
(5)Nancy C.
I was looking for a sandwich for lunch in the area and stopped here after finding it listed on Yelp. I'm so glad I did. The owners are a husband and wife and are very nice. I ordered the Florentine sandwich (chicken, spinach, garlic, and provolone cheese). It was huge and delicious (I'm saving half for later, it was so big). Now I have to come back here sometime for pizza because the bread my sandwich was on was SO-O good. I can hardly wait to check out that pizza crust! Authentic Sicilian food--you can't beat that :)
(5)Colin G.
Basil and garlic caught our attention when it popped up in what used to be 2 men and a pizza. I wasn't expecting much more than the average pizza from their predecessors but they blew away my expectations. We have eaten here 4 times in the last month and have loved it every time. The pizzas are great, our favorite is the diavola. They are huge with lots of toppings. The menu says 16 inches but I measured it once and it was well over 17". The crust is soft but chewy and one the best I've found in AZ. The couple that runs the place are very friendly and the kind of people that make you want to go back. They have a small seating area so you can dine in or take it home. Either way the service is fantastic. Highly recommended if you are looking for something that is not a crappy chain (dominos, papa johns, etc).
(5)Gary B.
What GREAT food!! We drive here from the far west side of Phoenix because we like it so much. The people are awesome and go out of their way to treat you right. What a good find. Thank you Yelp!
(5)Heather K.
My mom found this place and it is a hidden gem! We went for dinner with my two year old and everything was amazing. My mom and I split the grilled chicken salad and between the two of us we couldn't finish it. We ordered penne with red sauce for my daughter and thought we might get a couple of bites, but she ate every bit of it! Everyone that works there is really friendly and we have already been back for round two!
(5)Mikey D.
Wow. We ordered the 4 cheese pizza and it was FANTASTIC! Chatted with the owner, he is from Brooklyn and so funny. I love finding local places like this to support.
(5)M D.
I am a self proclaimed foodie and I don't mess around when it comes to food. Basil and Garlic Bistro is the real deal. I have been here three times and have ordered three different dishes, all were fantastic. The first time I was here I ordered the meatball sandwich and it was so flavorful, lightly toasted on the outside, the meatballs were perfectly seasoned, the cheese was flavorful and of great quality. I was so full after eating the first half that I saved the other half for dinner. I didn't want to ruin the delicious sandwich by reheating it in the microwave so I turned on the oven and patiently waited to once again experience the intoxicating scent of an almost fresh meatball sandwich. It was just as good as the first bite!
(5)Albert H.
Small strip mall location just south of Cactus on 94th (at Poinsetta cross street). Very good crispy yet chewy crust on pizza slices, savory tomato sauce, and enjoyed the fried mushroom appetizer as well (large portion for the price). Service was very personable and warming. Prices were reasonable too. Only about 8 tables here, so I'll go during off hours or just do takeout. Would kindly recommend they get rid of the tablecloth condom covers - just clean the tablecloths or put glass over them. The condoms don't exactly enhance the atmosphere.
(4)Kaitlyn W.
My Chicken Parm sandwich was great -- tasty sauce and lots of cheese. The bread was delicious and tasted fresh/hot out of the oven. I loved the family-run atmosphere. The owners are very nice. I'd definitly go back.
(4)Ame R.
Best family owned place!! The most amazing pizza my husband and I have had. Will be back many times
(5)Chris R.
I'm usually pretty stingy about giving 5 stars, but wow. Basil & Garlic is fairly close to my house, but I didn't know about it until Sunday night . Found it because of a Yelp. Steered me right again. I carried out for 8 people, but ordered enough food for 20. I wanted to try everything, and We all loved it all. Weird location and no interior design, but the food was quite terrific and the staff were all very nice and accommodating.
(5)Crystal L.
We visited this little restaurant last week and it was great! It is a family owned business and everyone working was super nice and eager to please. The pizza was delicious and fresh and some of the best I have had. Everything is made in house and you can tell. We also got the pasta bolognese which was good. While waiting for our takeout I saw a plate of spaghetti and meatballs go by and it looks amazing, something I will have to try next time. The only cons would be that it lacks in decor and is very small, but something that is easy to get over since the food is outstanding. It is also very clean (which is a must) so if you are looking for a casual place to grab dinner, or just to get takeout, please give this place a chance!
(4)Michael W.
It is great to have a local restaurant that is not a chain. All four of us enjoyed our meals immensely. I would highly recommend you check it out!
(5)Sarah T.
Awesome food today!! Great local find. Had the ciopino and husband got the basil garlic pizza. Both were great. Wished we lived closer as this would be a new favorite! Must try!!
(5)Scott L.
We went for the first time as it's in our (new) neighborhood. The food was very good and certainly reasonably priced, however it took FOREVER for us to get the food - over an hour for a calzone and spaghetti dish. This is a lot of time to wait for an adult, much less our seven year old. Will try again based upon the food and prices, but another slow experience like this one and it will be our last!
(3)Eric C.
Have come back multiple times often ordering seafood pasta dishes which are always generous and tasty. Their daily specials are almost always worth ordering.
(5)Ellie T.
Not surprised the buzz has started about this place. I've been there twice already and the food is excellent. Quiet location, neighborhood feel, friendly and family owned. Afraid to post how yummy everything is because it will be too crowded next time we want to go. The only drawback of this place is that there aren't enough seats, and once word gets around about the homemade bread, robust stromboli, and delicious Bolognese sauce, the line will be out the door all the time.
(5)Rob W.
This is a relative new Italian place not far from where I live. I've been there several times. The food is always excellent. Sandwiches are very large, pizza is very good and it's a friendly environment. I had a large calzone that was so big that lasted for four days!! Pricing is more than reasonable for what you get. Everything is fresh and you can taste it. If you're looking for a new Italian place give these people a try, you likely won't be disappointed!
(5)Eva C.
Quaint little neighborhood Italian restaurant - it felt like home to me. The owners, Claudio and Nadine, are a delight. Friendly and aim to please - I was so impressed by the fresh ingredients and they bake their own bread - I had the B&G special hot sub sandwich and was so impressed by the size of the bread - not overwhelmingly big - thin and just right. And a lot of meat (chicken) how nice to see the generous portion of meet to peppers to cheese - how many times do you go to an eatery and there's hardly any meat in the sandwiches. I also ordered the calamari. Came with lemon wedges and red sauce on the side. Exactly the way it's supposed to be served. The calamari was really good! As soon as you sit down, they serve you with homemade bread and butter. Don't fill up on it, but it's worth trying because it's really good too. Complimenti Chef Claudia - it was so nice to meet you and Nadine and I know I'll be seeing you again soon! Oh and I took a canoli home - can't wait to try it!
(4)Kathi M.
OMG!! The new best kept secret! The pizza is to die for. . .the best I have had in AZ. The crust is handmade and tossed. There is plenty of cheese. It is heavenly. Everything is homemade and wonderful. The tiramisu was fantastic and the piece we received was more than generous. It was creamy and delicious. Again, made in house. I just can't say enough about this local family owned bistro. The owners just moved here from Europe. They are clean, neat and eager to please. The prices are reasonable. We will be making it our " go to" place for sure. Many thanks to Claudio and Nadine for all their wonderful hospitality and attention to quality and quantity! Kathi & Mark G.
(5)Marilyn G.
We just returned from dinner at Basil and Garli Bisrtro with doggie bags filled for another delicious meal. Needless to say, portions were plentiful. Filled and satisfied we were thrilled to fine a new neighbor gem tucked away off the main big streets. The atmosphere is small, warm and friendly. the owners are delightful. We shared an antipasto salad (large enough fo four) that was very tasty. Two of us had eggplant parmigiana . They said it was the best they ever had. I had the Rucola e Gamberetti, a mild shrimp (large) pasta dish with fresh tomatoes and angula. Delicious. Another guest asked them to special order a pizza and the chef was nice enough to accommodate his request. It seems to be a great place for a quick slice of pizza , a sit down lunch or dinner,or best yet - take out and enjoy it at home.
(5)Cristina H.
If I could give this place zero stars I would. I waited 55 minutes for a medium pizza and an order of calamari. Not once did they bother to tell me that they were busy or that it would be a minute. Their service is a joke and poorly organized. Then to top it off, the pizza came out completely wrong and the owners wife tried to tell me that's what I ordered. What a waste of an hour.
(1)Brian S.
Everything about this place is great! Super laid-back and excellent food! The staff was wonderful! The Sicilian pizza is awesome - and huge.
(5)Jessi M.
Great food and even better people at this charming little spot. We were treated like dear friends. Everyone else in there seemed to be regulars, being greeted by name, etc. We waited forever for our dinner, but it was well worth it. We can't wait to become regulars, too!
(5)Jim S.
I found Basil & Garlic Bistro on Yelp today and decided to try out this new place based on the reviews. I had the 2-slices of pizza lunch special. The food was really good. Loved the cheese and thin crust. Price was very reasonable. The owners are really friendly and I look forward to trying the rest of the items on their menu. While I was there a waiter from Grimaldi's stopped in to grab a couple of sandwiches to go. Interesting! The location is about 1/2 a mile north of Shea on 92nd Street, and currently there is road construction hindering traffic, but not too bad. I look forward to trying their homemade Tiramisu!
(4)Brad T.
Quiet, little neighborhood spot. Food was great and portion sizes were large. I like the family owned atmosphere. Will definitely go back, i really want to try a pizza next time.
(5)Candice G.
The food and the service were excellent. My son just loved the Nutella pizza for dessert. Would definitely recommend the place.
(5)Eveline M.
A new and very friendly family-owned italian casual restaurant. The pastas are outstanding and the portions are very generous. The antipasta salad is great, ditto the pizza, but my favorite was the eggplant parmigiana and my husband loved the lasagna. The fresh, homemade sauce was delicious. A great addition to the neighborhood!
(5)B A.
Excellent casual family restaurant off 92nd Street north of Shea -- if you blink you will miss the strip center they are located in -- hint -- look for the convenience store -- this restaurant is in the crotch of the retail center. Fantastic food, my husband asked for something not on the menu and Claudio was sure to not disappoint. I am very picky about chicken marsala and this was excellent with an abundance of mushrooms and delicious sauce. The portions are extremely generous for the pricing. Tiramisu was delish -- Nadine makes it, as was the cannoli - crunchy with delicious filling. No complaints from us -- and we will be back. We have finally found an Italian restaurant near our house that has the quality of food we enjoy. I also like that you can bring your own wine for a $4.50 corkage fee -- that is a deal. Everyone at the restaurant seemed to be enjoying their food and the hospitality from Claudio and Nadine -- great job guys - keep up the good work!
(5)Joe V.
This restaurnat just opened this week. The owners are a young couple who recently relocated from Europe and converted a closed pizza shop into a great bistro. As I approached the opened door early one morning to see what was going on, I was overcome by a wonderful aroma of sauce cooking on the stove. I picked up a menu and told the owner I would return. I placed an order a couple of days later and I have to say the food was just great. The pizza was probably the best I had since leaving NY many years ago. It certainly was better than anything I have tasted in Scottsdale. The taste was unbelievable. The salads were large, fresh and were big enough to share. There were several people eating at the tables and the pasta dishes looked delicious. I was sorry I only ordered a pizza and salad. That ok since I know I will be back there in a couple of days with my family. The prices are very reasonalbe and I want to try everything on the menu. Best of luck to the new owners and I will see you soon.
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