Basil & Garlic Bistro Menu Overview
Discover the heart of Italian flavor at Basil & Garlic, a cozy Scottsdale bistro where each dish is crafted with authentic, fresh ingredients. This delightful menu offers a vibrant range of pizzas, pastas, and desserts that celebrate traditional Italian cuisine with a modern touch.
Starters and Salads
Begin your meal with freshly prepared starters such as the flavorful garlic bread topped with melted cheese or a crisp house salad enhanced with sliced pepperoncini for an unexpected zing. These options set the stage for a satisfying Italian dining experience.
Mains - Pizza and Pasta Masterpieces
Signature Pizzas include the vibrant Basil & Garlic Pizza with mozzarella, basil pesto sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, and parmesan cheese, a fresh and aromatic choice. For a meat lover’s delight, the Chef's Favorite Pizza is layered with ham, pepperoni, mushrooms, red onions, bell peppers, bacon, and extra cheese, delivering an indulgent flavor explosion.
- Diavola Pizza: Pepperoni, capicola, grilled bell peppers, and black olives for a bold, spicy taste.
- Quattro Formaggi Pizza: A rich blend of gorgonzola, provolone, mozzarella, and parmesan cheeses that cheese aficionados will adore.
- Quattro Stagioni Pizza: Ham, mushrooms, black olives, artichokes, and Italian sausage combine for a taste of four seasons.
- Vegetariano Pizza: A vibrant medley of broccoli, spinach, mushrooms, bell peppers, red onions, garlic, and sliced tomatoes.
- Capri Pizza: Mozzarella paired with marinated broccoli, spinach, garlic, and diced tomatoes for a fresh, garden-inspired bite.
For a handheld treat, the Calzone filled with mozzarella, ricotta, and ham or the Stromboli stuffed with ham, mozzarella, and pepperoni offer comforting Italian classics.
Pasta dishes shine with options like the Basil and Garlic Pasta featuring a basil pesto cream sauce with seasoned shrimp, and the Boscaiola Pasta, a hearty blend of Italian sausage, mushrooms, spinach, and brandy cream sauce.
- Chef's Favorite Pasta: A savory penne or rigatoni with sautéed mushrooms, ham, red onions, peas, rosa cream sauce, and mozzarella.
- Rucola e Gamberetti Pasta: Featuring six sautéed shrimp with fresh tomatoes, arugula, and white wine marinara sauce.
- Alla Vodka Pasta: A pink sauce pasta with sautéed ham, onions, and a splash of vodka for a classic Italian flavor.
- Vongole Pasta: Pasta with clams served in your choice of white or red sauce for a seaside embrace.
Classic Italian staples like the layered Lasagna with rich meat sauce, ricotta, and mozzarella, and the hearty Meatballs in homemade tomato sauce are also highlights for those craving comfort food. For poultry lovers, options such as Chicken Parmesan, Eggplant Parmesan, Chicken Marsala, and Chicken Cacciatore showcase tender chicken breasts cooked with traditional Italian flair.
Desserts and Sweet Finishes
Cap off your meal with classic Italian desserts that bring a perfect balance of sweetness and tradition. Enjoy the creamy Housemade Tiramisu, the crunchy yet smooth Cannoli, or the nostalgic Spumoni ice cream. For chocolate lovers, the Pizza Nutella offers a fun and indulgent twist, while the rich Cheesecake rounds out the dessert offerings beautifully.
Beverages
Complement your meal with a selection of non-alcoholic beverages including robust coffees like espresso and cappuccino, classic sodas such as Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Dr. Pepper, and Mountain Dew, as well as refreshing options like Brisk Raspberry Iced Tea, Lemonade, and Unsweetened Iced Tea. This variety ensures a perfect pairing for every taste.