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Welcome to Basilico, Galway's award winning Italian restaurant in the heart of Oranmore. Basilico offers the finest of contemporary Italian cooking in surroundings nothing short of sheer elegance. Translated Basilico is Italian for Basil. This essence has been incorporated in every detail of this charming and sophisticated restaurant and bar; from Paolo Sabatini's creative Italian menus and Fabiano's selected wine list, to the inviting interiors providing comfortable, intimate and memorable experience.
PRICE RANGE
US$5 - US$13
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, After-hours
CUISINES
Italian, Pizza, European
FEATURES
Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service
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Reviewed 1 week ago

Basilico catered for a big group of us, adults and teenagers, following a graduation. Everybody was happy with their meal and with the warm welcome from the staff. Lovely atmosphere.

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

We stayed at the adjoining hotel (less said about that the better) and had breakfast twice and dinner once at Basilico and everything was fantastic. Breakfast if omelets, Irish breakfast or pancakes. All delicious and the service perfect. But the dinner was one of if...not the best we had in our two weeks in Ireland, and we had some great meals. I had their braised short rib with creamy potatoes and veggies. The meat was, first of all, massive, but tender, juicy with a crunchy crust all around. Our daughter had the hand made tagliatelle with chicken and mushrooms, also delicious. While my husband had the lasagna, again delicious. I had the panna cotta, which I’d never had and it was the perfect ending to our meal. The servers were attentive, without being overbearing. All in all a 5 stars from me!More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 15 September 2023 via mobile

The pizza was exceptional, pizza dough light and perfectly cooked. The topping was well balanced and delicious. My wine perfect. The crème brûlée was husbands choice and he said rich and sweet just as it should be. The wait staff could not be faulted. The...atmosphere was family friendly and happily noisy. the restaurant was full. So book if you don’t want to be disappointed.More

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 8 September 2023 via mobile

The food was unremarkable, the service was poor, and our server was rude. My lasagna was nearly meatless and tasted like a prepackaged frozen meal. Just don't waste your time and money there. I don't recommend the hotel either.

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 30 August 2023

Dinner was not very good. Husband had the prawns with rocket in tomato sauce spaghetti and it was barely edible- way too spicy! I ordered the crab & salmon meat plate with prawns and it tasted mostly like canned tuna. Definitely a place to skip.

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 31 July 2023 via mobile

We booked last minute as a large group of 10 plus a toddler and they were happy to accommodate us. All staff so friendly and attentive and brilliant with our 2 year old. Italian is my favourite cuisine and this real egg pasta was absolutely...delicious and I had the long blue island cocktail and is was so good! The wagyu burger and chips were also excellent. Only tiny negative was the child’s sausage and chips came with no veg and I do normally like her to have veg on the plate but as it was a one off meal out I didn’t mind too much. There was a massive flat screen tv showing the women’s World Cup opposite us which was great too. Service was quick and a great evening was had by all, perfect place for a wonderful family meal.More

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 29 July 2023 via mobile

If you are looking for an immersive italian cuisine experience, this is the place to go. The pasta is home made and the pizza is the real italian one. Don't go if you prefer other adaptations of italian traditional dishes. Here, an italian abroad feels...home.More

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 11 June 2023 via mobile

Absolutely fantastic restaurant. Lovely food and great service. Very good choice on the menu including a good kids menu. Very reasonable prices. Very comfortable.

Date of visit: April 2023
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Reviewed 4 June 2023

Ordered the prawn pasta. Sounded great on menu. Tasted like a list of ingredients were thrown into a pan and heated up. Don’t need to return. Lots of other options available.

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed 27 May 2023

Ordered takeaway. Order ready 20 mins after assigned collection time. Garlic pizza bread was cold and rock solid. Kids goujans were heavily deep fried. Spagetti bolognese wasn't great. Afraid it was under cooked. Disappointing. Usually much better than that. Hoping this was a once off.

Date of visit: May 2023
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Reviewed 17 April 2023

Excellent Italian pizza's everytime we visit. Fairly priced as well. There are other menu options as well. Would recommend.

Date of visit: April 2023
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Reviewed 6 April 2023 via mobile

Popped in here today on our way home from Dublin, very welcoming staff and very efficient, we all ordered different meals and there were no complaints, the food is fab, I had the caesar salad and it was delicious. Will pop in again to try...the evening menu.More

Date of visit: April 2023
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Reviewed 24 March 2023

Had another excellent meal here again yesterday. We were celebrating our daughter’s Confirmation, with three generations of family including teens, and went for the set party menu. Could not fault the food, service, ambience. Everything was fresh & delicious with loads of attention to detail,...all served by the best French waiter in Ireland. Merci beaucoup! A tres bientot!More

Date of visit: March 2023
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Reviewed 22 February 2023 via mobile

A proper Italian restaurant, with top class food. Authentic and the espresso was the best flavoured coffee I have had EVER. If I lived in the area, and wasn’t just passing through I would be here every week. The pasta was beautiful and the Tiramisu...had a nice kick of alcohol.More

Date of visit: February 2023
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Reviewed 22 February 2023 via mobile

I have been here several times, i have eaten pizzas, pastas, and more... for every I ordered, I was always happy, never came out unhappy from this place. No matter if it is Saturday or Wednesday, this place is always at the top. In my...latest visits, I had pizza calzone and another day last week a regular pizza.. they were both delicious 😋 ... will keep coming back definitelyMore

Date of visit: February 2023
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Hi, We will be serve our usual a la carte menu paired with Valentine's Evening Specials such as Beef Filet Steak, Scallops and a Catch of the Day. Paolo
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Yes, Basilico Italian Restaurant offers takeaway services.

Basilico Italian Restaurant is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4
  • Atmosphere: 4.5