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Basilico
Basilico Pizza
Mentioned multiple times as the best pizza in town with authentic Italian flavors, perfect dough, exquisite toppings, fresh arugula, and parmesan cheese. Reviewers praised its taste, quality, and how it captures the essence of Italy.
Pasta Carbonara
Described as the best pasta carbonara in Egypt, highlighting the quality and flavor of this classic dish praised by a reviewer.
Pasta Dodo (Chicken Alfredo)
Recommended for its rich and creamy sauce coating the pasta perfectly, providing a divine twist on classic chicken Alfredo that pairs well with the restaurant's atmosphere.
Mushroom Soup
Noted for being delicious and part of a perfect meal experience along with other dishes like basilica salad and mushroom pasta.
Shrimp Pasta
Mentioned as very good and part of a satisfying meal along with shrimp risotto and arugula salad, indicating high quality and flavor.
Shrimp Risotto
Praised alongside shrimp pasta and arugula salad with top-notch service, leaving a satisfying impression despite the high price.
Basilico Buffalo Pizza
Highly recommended for its heavenly combination of thin crust, creamy buffalo cheese, and peppery arugula that leaves customers craving more.
Pizza
Generally praised for being woodfire, delicious, unique, and authentic Neapolitan style, making the restaurant a favorite pizzeria.
Macaroni
Mentioned as lovely and delicious, part of the positively reviewed food selection.
Panini
Described as more than perfect, contributing to the overall positive food experience.
Location details
9 Mahmoud Abou El-Ola Mosque St, Sidi Gaber, Alexandria Governorate, EG
Open in Google MapsHours
| Monday | 10 AM to 12 AM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10 AM to 12 AM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM to 12 AM |
| Thursday | 10 AM to 12 AM |
| Friday | 10 AM to 12 AM |
| Saturday | 10 AM to 12 AM |
| Sunday | 10 AM to 12 AM |
About Basilico
Basilico is an Italian restaurant in Sidi Gaber, Alexandria Governorate. It is known for Italian pizza, including woodfire and thin-crust styles, along with pasta dishes like carbonara, mushroom pasta, and shrimp pasta. Reviewers consistently praise the delicious food, especially the pizza and pasta, plus the green, cozy, and peaceful atmosphere. The restaurant also offers outdoor seating, delivery, takeout, and dine-in.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Offerings
- Coffee
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- College students
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- Good for kids birthday
Parking
- Free street parking
Frequently asked questions
What is Basilico known for?
Basilico is best known for its Italian pizza, especially woodfire and thin-crust pies that reviewers describe as rich and flavorful. Specific favorites mentioned include the Basilico Buffalo pizza, marinara taglio, salmon pizza, shrimp pizza, and Bresaola Pizza.
What dishes are most recommended at Basilico?
Reviewers most often highlight the Basilico Buffalo pizza, Pasta Dodo, pasta carbonara, mushroom pasta, and mushroom soup. The pizza and pasta get the strongest praise, with comments about creamy sauces, good texture, and bold flavor.
What is the atmosphere like at Basilico?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, quiet, and green, with several reviews mentioning a beautiful, peaceful vibe and lots of greenery. It seems to suit groups and solo diners, and some reviewers also call it romantic and trendy.
Is Basilico good value, and what is the price range?
Basilico is in the E£400–600 range, and reviewers describe it as expensive but worth it for the quality of the food and drinks. The value seems strongest for people who want a full sit-down meal with pizza, pasta, coffee, or dessert in a polished setting.
Is Basilico better for dining in or delivery?
Both work well, but reviewers say delivery arrives quickly and still hot, even from far away. For dining in, the Kafr Abdu branch is mentioned as bigger and offering more variety, including breakfast, risotto, pastas, desserts, and drinks.
Is parking available at Basilico?
Yes. Free street parking is available.
Does Basilico have vegetarian options?
Yes, Basilico offers vegan options.
Is Basilico kid-friendly?
Yes, Basilico is good for kids.
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