Basilico In Matera

Menù a prezzo fisso, qualità e prezzo ambiente gradevole, gentile il personale.Consiglio visita. Gradevole il locale e accogliente il personale.

Excellent local cuisine. Accurate and fast service. Cozy place located in one of the busiest squares in the historic center of Matera close to the Sassi districts.

Located in the beautiful city of Matera, near the enchanting church of San Francesco in the square of the same name, Ristorante Basilico is the ideal place to savor the delights of Matera cuisine, which represents the meeting point between Apulian and Lucanian cuisine, two ancient culinary traditions, rich in simple yet delicious and healthy foods, made with local and minimally processed ingredients. The staff is extremely kind and welcoming and available to help you choose and suggest the house specialties according to your tastes (they speak English). The restaurant is located halfway between the two parts into which Matera is divided, it is the ideal place for a refreshment after visiting the Sasso Barisano in the morning, to resume with the Caveoso in the afternoon. We decided to opt for a trio of first courses, our choice was orecchiette with turnip greens and bread crumbs, spaghetti with olives and cherry tomatoes and a fava bean and vegetable puree that was nothing short of delicious. We continued with a sliced beef steak, grilled vegetables and a pan of melted provola cheese. The portions were generous and the food delicious. We accompanied everything with a bottle of local red wine. At the end we concluded with a digestif, which was kindly offered to us along with the coffee; the restaurant has several liqueurs available but my advice is to opt of course for Amaro Lucano, a local liqueur produced in nearby Pisticci and renowned nationwide, or nocino, a walnut-based liqueur, also produced locally. The price for a first course, a second course, water, wine, coffee was about 22 euros per person. Highly recommended.

It is a perfectly place to eat the real Matera pasta and more other speciality for the region.

I highly recommend this place if you are in Matera. The location is quite central. The food was very good, there was the possibility of making a menu, so we tasted both the first and second courses. A note of merit goes to the spaghetti alla Materana, which was very good, and to the scallops with lemon. A special mention also goes to the service, everyone was very friendly and helpful.

Perfect meals, very nice people working there, but the deserts could have been better 👌

This restaurant is an absolute treasure and one of the best dining spots in the city! Highly recommend it to anyone who appreciates delicious food, an authentic atmosphere, and exceptional hospitality. The menu offers an incredible variety, catering to all tastes, and every dish is prepared with love and attention to detail. I’ve been coming here for years, and the quality never wavers—it’s consistently outstanding! The atmosphere is warm and inviting, making it perfect for a cozy meal or a lively evening out. The staff and chef are truly special: friendly, humble, and always ready to share a laugh or a pleasant conversation. Their passion for food and customer service shines through in every aspect. And if you visit in the evening, don’t miss their pizza—it’s hands down the BEST pizza you’ll ever have. Trust me, it’s worth every bite! If you’re looking for a central spot with incredible food and a welcoming vibe, this is the place. You’ll leave with a full stomach, a big smile, and already planning your next visit!

¡Este restaurante es un tesoro absoluto uno de los mejores restaurantes de la ciudad! Lo recomiendo encarecidamente a cualquiera que aprecie la comida deliciosa, un ambiente auténtico y una hospitalidad excepcional. El menú ofrece una variedad increíble, atendiendo a todos los gustos, y cada plato se prepara con amor y atención al detalle. Llevo años viniendo aquí, y la calidad nunca vacila – ¡siempre es sobresaliente! El ambiente es cálido y acogedor, por lo que es perfecto para una comida acogedora o una noche animada. El personal y el chef son realmente especiales: amable, humilde y siempre dispuesto a compartir una risa o una conversación agradable. Su pasión por la comida y el servicio al cliente brilla en todos los aspectos. Y si lo visitas por la noche, no te pierdas su pizza – es la mejor pizza que jamás tendrás. Confía en mí, ¡vale la pena el viaje solo por eso! Si estás buscando un lugar central con comida increíble y un ambiente acogedor, este es el lugar. ¡Te irás con el estómago lleno, una gran sonrisa y ya planeando tu próxima visita!

A place frozen in time. We ate well and cheaply

All very good from the service to the helpfulness of the staff. Very good pizza, but above all their really excellent fresh pasta.