Sweet Basil

As someone who has lived in Italy and recently come back to the states, this place is the closest I have ever come to feeling like I am back overseas.  The ambiance contains the classic Italian atmosphere while also incorporating iconic Italian pieces making it very touristy chic.  
The staff is beyond phenomenal.  They remembered not only my boyfriend and me from the last time we came to visit but the exact table we sat at last time, making us feel right at home.  They are always anticipating our needs yet not hovering even when it is slow.  
We went there for the brunch where we could get delicious mimosas and thirst-quenching lemonade.  The ravioli was delicious with the creamy tomato sauce and very filling.  We have also had the Chicken Artichoke and the Roman pork chop, and I must say we are baffled how they can keep them so delectably juicy yet perfectly grilled with a nice char around it.  

Sweet Basil is the perfect date place for a lovely romantic time (all without breaking the bank), or if you want to relax with family, you haven't seen in a while.  I highly recommend this place, and I can't wait to come again!

Nice Neighborhood Option. Sweet Basil serves up some great food with some misses. The Beverly Hill salad is well done with a nice blend of bleu cheese, walnut & balsamic vinaigrette. The thinly pounded Sweet Basil Chicken had a hint of paprika mixed into the white wine sauce and mushrooms that made it taste really good. The thin spaghetti with sauce was not that great. The minestrone soup was also not my favorite.

The atmosphere of the restaurant is well done. It gives off a cozy feeling. The servers are always polite and helpful. The aging yellow awning out front is misleading, so do not let it influence your decision give this place a try.

Still yummy after all these years. I have always liked the atmosphere - smallish but not too small dining room, soft lighting - but not exactly dark or romantic- a few booths but they have these 4-6 top round tables that are so perfect for a group dining experience. It's quiet enough for good conversation but not so quiet that you can't relax and enjoy a good laugh. The food is very good- not always outstanding - but consistently very good. Last night I had the chicken parmisan; fork tender, a nice crunch and the marinara was fresh and bright. My husband had the fresh tagliatelle w/ bolognese and he's still raving about it. The pasta was truly fresh! Our guests ordered the veal Parmesan and the Roman pork chops and bith were exceptional! We had bruschetta as an appetizer and it was some of the best I've ever had. The service was attentive without being annoying and all the staff was friendly and helpful. We've been away from this place for awhile but we will put it back on our regular rotation for sure!

Dare I say... neighborhood gem?. This place had been on my list for a little while, and we finally got a chance to try it on a Sunday night. Situated in a strip mall at the NE corner of Midway and Trinity Mills, the place doesn't look like much - very unassuming, to say the least. But once inside, you notice that the place is cozy and nicely decorated. There's a small bar up front, along with a patio and two main dining rooms. It's nothing fancy, but very comfortable.

When we walked in, we were greeted by the owner, who was very gracious and friendly. He seated us at our table, took our drink orders, and brought us menus. As he whisked back to the bar, our waiter arrived to tell us about the specials. Once we had mulled things over, we decided on three specials and one off-the-menu item.

To keep us from gnawing our hands off, they brought bread and house salads ($2 extra for a salad big enough to share - hell of a deal). The bread was nice and crusty, and the creamy Italian house dressing was perfect sopping fodder for the bread. A very nice start...

So, how was dinner? Let's start with the three specials.

I ordered the steak au poivre (but you can just call it "pepper steak") and it was spot-on. It came out medium-rare, exactly as ordered, and the rich peppercorn sauce was just fantastic. A nice dollop of mashed potatoes and a few sprigs of asparagus also came along for the ride. By the time I was done, I had sopped every last smear of goodness with the last piece of bread. Yum!

Next up was Veal Oscar - veal cutlet topped with crab meat, asparagus, and bearnaise. Can you say rich? And awesome? Again, another win for the tastebuds. The veal was tender, the crab tasted fresh, and the sauce was rich and velvety. Thumbs up!

Our last special was sea bass with a light poblano cream sauce. I think I can safely say that I haven't had better sea bass in a long while. It was broiled up in butter so it had a slight hint of a crust, and biting into it was like nibbling on a cloud. I almost swapped plates with my dinner mate, but I really had my heart set on steak. So, yeah, it was effing great too.

The last one at our table ordered the mussels and linguini, and it looked great. However, by the time I got around to asking for a mussel, they were all gone. Suffice to say, I'll vouch for it's goodness. Maybe I'll try it next time...

Service was top notch, but not at all pretentious. The servers we dressed casually in black slacks and black polo shirts, so they slipped around the joint like short-sleeved ninjas. Our cocktails were more than generous, and dessert was enough to put me soundly into a food coma once I got back home.

Price? Well, considering we had steak (filet), veal, and sea bass, PLUS a couple of drinks each, AND dessert, I'd say it wasn't half-bad. Certainly more expensive than Olive Garden, but not at all unreasonable.

So there you go... it may not look like much from the road, but it's definitely worth checking out. Two really big thumbs up!

One of my favorite restaurants in Addison. The sweetest people you have ever met combined with truly amazing food. The BEST lobster bisque I have ever had in my life! It is a must try when you are in town.

What a nice little gem of a restaurant. Greated at the door quickly and seated quickly as well. My server David was awesome, very attentive and very eager to please. My Roman Pork Chops were excellent. If you are in the area you have to visit. Ok I came back when I was in town and David was my server again, same great service as last time. If you want some nice Italian food this should be at the top of your list.

The Authenticity of this restaurant is exquisite, starting from the service to the food. Reasonable price for such delicious food. Everything tasted fresh. Highly Recommend everyone to try this hidden treasure.

Very delicious. Excellent quiet romantic atmosphere. House moscato was a little flat but I still downed it. Wouldn't try it again. Pricing for serving was very nice. Salad was fresh and crisp. Chicken parmesan was delicious. Everything was on point. Even service.

I just love this place! Never disappointed in this authentic Italian setting. The food is delicious and the service is warm and inviting.