Basil Seasonal Dining Italian Restaurant Menu

4.0
(550+ Reviews)
  • Appetizers

    • Sautéed Monterey Bay Calamari

      Gluten-free. Wild shrimp, Spanish octopus, white wine garlic, pepperoncino, cherry tomatoes, parsley.
      $28.99
    • Castelvetrano Olives

      Vegan, gluten-free. Peppadew (sweet and mild peppers).
      $25.99
    • Cheese Plate

      Gluten-free. Selections of imported cheeses, honey and balsamic glaze, dry fruit crostini chestnut or chianti jelly.
      $40.99
    • Castroville Marinated Artichokes

      Vegetarian, gluten-free. Lemon zest, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, balsamic glaze.
    • Bruschetta

      Vegetarian. Baguette, organic cherry tomatoes, basil pesto (no pine nuts) Parmesan cheese, black truffle, Buffalo Mozzarella, olive oil, balsamic glaze
    • Roasted Spanish Octopus

      Gluten-free. Cannellini bean puree, fennel, red onions, cherry tomatoes, shaved carrots, lemon zest, basil-infused extra virgin olive oil, lemon dressing, arugula, mint.
      $34.99
      Roasted Spanish Octopus
    • Lamb Meatballs

      Gluten-free. San Marzano tomato sauce, Parmesan cheese.
      $31.99
    • Italian Charcuterie

      Gluten-free. Selection of cured meats, Parmigiano, Castelvetrano olives, taralli crostini.
      $40.99
      Italian Charcuterie
  • Traditional Roman Pinsa Crust Pizza | 12"

    • Veggie Capricciosa Bianca Pizza | 12" Individual

      Vegetarian, no tomato sauce. Mozzarella, grilled zucchini, black truffle, porcini mushrooms, carrots, cherry tomato, rosemary, basil.
      $39.99
    • Carmel Diavola Pizza | 12" Individual

      No tomato sauce. Fresh organic basil pesto, mild Italian salami, wild arugula, lemon dressing, Burrata cheese.
      $38.99
    • Basil Margherita Pizza | 12" Individual

      Vegetarian. Buffalo Mozzarella, San Marzano tomato sauce, fresh basil, oregano.
      $35.99
  • Desserts

    • Traditional Tiramisu

      Ladyfingers, mascarpone cheese, egg yolks cocoa powder.
      $18.99
      Traditional Tiramisu
    • Tartufo

      Zabaglione cream center, covered by chocolate gelato and caramelized hazelnut, cocoa powder.
      $18.99
    • Gluten-Free Yogurt Cheesecake

      House-made, powder sugar, seasonal fruit.
      $18.99
    • Brioche Bread Pudding

      House-made warm, custard, bourbon caramel sauce, vanilla bean gelato.
      $18.99
    • Cobbler

      Warm calgiant berry farms, vanilla bean gelato.
      $18.99
      Cobbler
    • Chocolate Flourless Cake

      Rich and warm gluten-free, salted caramel and chocolate chunk gelato.
      $18.99
    • Danesi Espresso Affogato

      Whipped cream, amaretto cookies.
      $18.99
      Danesi Espresso Affogato
    • Raspberry Sorbet

      With basil oil.
      $18.99
    • Italian Traditional Gelato

      $18.99
    • Vanilla Gelato

      Whipped cream, amaretto cookies.
      $18.99
  • Kids Pasta

    • Kids Pasta

      Tomato sauce, butter.
      $25.99
  • Sandwiches

    • House-Made Basil Veggie Burger | Dinner

      Vegetarian. Pesto mayo, chickpeas, quinoa, carrot patty, walnuts, braised onions, Monterey Jack cheese.
      $38.99
    • House-Made Basil Veggie Burger | Lunch

      Vegetarian. Pesto mayo, chickpeas, quinoa, carrot patty, walnuts, braised onions, Monterey Jack cheese.
      $33.99
    • The Basil Burger | Lunch

      6 oz. Organic grass-fed beef, arugula, tomato, caramelized onions, Monterey Jack cheese, truffle basil aioli.
      $40.99
    • The Basil Burger | Dinner

      6 oz. Organic grass-fed beef, arugula, tomato, caramelized onions, Monterey Jack cheese, truffle basil aioli.
      $40.99
  • Animal Food

    • Chicken Or Beef Patty

      For dog.
      $17.99
  • Ravioli

    • Butternut Squash Ravioli

      Vegetarian. Spinach pasta, organic brown butter sage, Parmesan cheese.
      $39.99
    • Fiocchi Ravioli & Toasted Walnuts

      Cheese-filled pasta and pears, light Gorgonzola dolce and speck (Italian smoked ham).
      $39.99
      Fiocchi Ravioli & Toasted Walnuts
    • Vegan Roasted Vegetable Plate Ravioli

      Vegan, gluten-free. Porcini mushrooms, Gilroy garlic, carrot puree (beet vegetables ravioli).
      $42.99
    • Vegan, Gluten-Free Ravioli

      Vegan, gluten-free. Extra virgin olive oil, mixed vegetables, cherry tomatoes, fresh basil.
      $46.99
    • Lobster Ravioli

      Saffron cream sauce, cherry tomatoes, fresh basil.
      $48.99
  • Entrées

    • Grilled New Zealand King Ora Salmon

      Cherry tomatoes, green imported Castel Vetrano olives, lemon capers berry white wine sauce, organic swank farms baby carrots, rainbow cauliflowers.
      $55.99
    • Slow Cooked Short Ribs

      Creamy polenta, seasonal vegetables.
      $60.99
      Slow Cooked Short Ribs
    • 1/2 Roasted Mary’s Organic Chicken Piccata

      Approximately 30 minutes cooking time. Organic carrots puree, roasted farmer’s market vegetables, Meyer lemon, white wine, capers berry.
      $50.99
  • Bread Service & Pesto

    • Basil Garlic Bread

      Vegetarian. Organic butter, Parmesan cheese, fresh basil.
      $16.99
      Basil Garlic Bread
    • Olive Oil Sea Salt Warm Focaccia

      Vegetarian. Serve 2 people.
      $15.99
  • Lunch | Warm Focaccia

    • Organic Chicken Breast | Lunch

      Basil pesto mayo, avocado, bacon, arugula, tomato.
      $31.99
    • Salmon BLT | Lunch

      Mayo, lettuce, tomato, caper berry, bacon.
      $32.99
    • Caprese | Lunch

      Vegetarian. Basil pesto, Buffalo Mozzarella, fresh tomatoes, balsamic, sea salt.
      $31.99
  • Gnocchi

    • Spinach & Salmone Gnocchi

      Light basil cream sauce, king salmon, sautéed zucchini, Parmesan cheese, fresh basil.
      $43.99
      Spinach & Salmone Gnocchi
    • Tricolore Gnocchi

      Vegetarian, gluten-free. Light basil cream sauce, king salmon, sautéed zucchini, Parmesan cheese, fresh basil.
      $42.99
    • Beet & Pecorino Gnocchi

      Vegetarian. Beet potatoes dumpling, creamy pecorino sauce, porcini mushrooms, basil.
      $41.99
  • Sides

    • Parmesan Cheese

      Vegetarian.
      $10.99
    • Truffle Fries

      $13.99
      Truffle Fries
    • Regular Fries

      $9.99
    • Honey Roasted Carrots Creamy Polenta

      Vegan.
      $10.99
      Honey Roasted Carrots Creamy Polenta
    • Roasted Brussel Sprouts

      Vegan.
      $10.99
    • Fine Grain

      $10.99
    • Basil Pesto

      Vegetarian.
      $10.99
      Basil Pesto
    • Swank Farms Roasted Organic Cauliflower

      $10.99
  • Pasta

    • Tagliatelle Ai Funghi & Salsiccia

      Porcini mushrooms, mild Italian pork sausage, Parmesan cheese, white wine, garlic, shallots, parsley.
      $46.99
    • Traditional Basil Lasagna

      Beef bolognese, béchamel, Parmesan cheese, San Marzano marinara sauce, basil.
      $41.99
    • Spaghetti Carbonara

      Egg yolk, Parmesan cheese, black pepper, crispy pancetta/guanciale (Italian bacon).
      $40.99
      Spaghetti Carbonara
    • Black Seafood Linguini

      Monterey bay squid, wild shrimp, fresh local / imported fish of the day, San Marzano tomatoes, Gilroy garlic, Calabrian chili.
      $49.99
    • Rigatoni Al Pesto

      Vegetarian. Our signature dish. Home-made pasta, basil pesto, Burrata, Kalamata olives, cherry tomatoes (no pine nuts).
      $34.99
    • Rigatoni Arrabiata Piccante

      Vegan. San Marzano tomato sauce, and fresh basil, red chili flakes, extra virgin olive oil.
      $35.99
    • Spaghetti With Lamb Meatballs

      San Marzano tomato sauce, Scamorza (smoked Mozzarella cheese).
      $43.99
    • Rigatoni Pomodoro

      Vegan. San Marzano tomato sauce and fresh basil, extra virgin olive oil.
      $33.99
    • Tagliatelle Bolognese

      Traditional ground beef, San Marzano tomato sauce, parsley.
      $42.99
      Tagliatelle Bolognese
    • Rigatoni Amatriciana

      Caramelized onions, crispy pancetta, San Marzano tomato sauce, fresh basil, extra virgin olive oil.
      $36.99
  • Salads

    • Basil Caesar Salad

      Vegetarian. Chopped Romaine, Parmesan, crispy Parmesan bruschetta, cherry tomatoes, gluten-free onions chips.
      $25.99
    • Caprese Swank Farms Heirloom Tomatoes Salad

      Vegetarian, gluten-free. Buffalo Mozzarella, basil, cucumber, avocado, artichokes, sea salt, raspberry balsamic.
      $26.99
    • Basil House Salad

      Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free. Mixed baby greens, freshly shaved vegetables, balsamic vinaigrette.
      $25.99
      Basil House Salad
    • Cow Milk Burrata Cheese Angelo E Franco Salad

      Gluten-free. Arugula, lemon dressing, thinly sliced of San Daniele prosciutto, basil olive oil.
      $27.99
      Cow Milk Burrata Cheese Angelo E Franco Salad
    • Roasted Bosc Pear & Creamy Gorgonzola Salad

      Vegetarian. Arugula, lemon dressing, honey, balsamic, raspberry, taralli crostini.
      $26.99
    • Insalata Di Barbabietole Salad

      Vegetarian, gluten-free. Wild arugula, fresh organic strawberries, red and golden beets, sweet Gorgonzola, sweet peppadew, caramelized pecan, Aperol lemon dressing, balsamic glaze.
      $26.99
  • Basil 2 Go | 16 oz.

    • Vegetarian Lasagna | 1/2 Tray

      Serving 8-10 people. Pre order in advance.
      $115.99
    • Bolognese

      Pre order in advance.
      $28.99
    • Basil Pesto

      Pre order in advance.
      $23.99
      Basil Pesto
    • Marinara Sauce

      Pre order in advance.
      $24.99
    • Basil Olive Oil

      Pre order in advance.
      $34.99
    • Meat | 1/2 Tray

      Serving 8-10 people. Pre order in advance.
      $115.99
    • Focaccia | Full Tray

      Serving 15-20 people. Pre order in advance.
      $39.99

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San Carlos Between Ocean &, 7th Ave, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93921


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