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Basta Italian Restaurant, Cranston, RI

Basta Italian Restaurant

4.7
4.7
2145 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian
2195 Broad St, Cranston, RI 02905

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 20 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Please note, our outdoor dining is seated on a first come, first served basis. We do not reserve tables on the patio; we apologize for any inconvenience.

For 30 years, locals have become regulars and traveling foodies have raved. What can we say? We are flattered, grateful and more than ever, determined to exceed your expectations. For this reason we recently underwent a comprehensive renovation, updating and upgrading every facet of our restaurant, from design and equipment to menu and energy. We are so proud of the result and we know you are going to love it.

We invite you to join us to experience Basta for yourself. Our locally sourced, internationally influenced menu, AVPN Certified Neapolitan pizzas and robust wine offering will combine to create an unforgettable experience for you and your friends or family.

We look forward to serving you soon!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    Off-site catering can be offered upon request.
  • Private party facilities
    The Sala Privata is available to book for private dinners up to 21 guests. It is accompanied with a full A/V system for projecting/casting digital media. Our full or enclosed Terrazza space is very diverse and can accommodate parties up to 45/50 guests. These spaces can be transformed from a seated dining experience to an open cocktail party.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Cranston
  • Cross street
    Aborn Street
  • Parking details
    Behind the restaurant is a large private parking lot for our guests, which leads directly into our patio entrance.
  • Entertainment
    Our in house Jazz Band, "The Night Owls" play every Wednesday 7:00PM - 10:00PMRotating musical performances every Thursday night beginning at 7:30PM - 10:30PM
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,145 people are saying

Basta Italian Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Basta Italian Restaurant impresses with "amazing service, food, and drinks." Known for "delicious pasta" and "exceptional ambiance," it offers a "warm and welcoming atmosphere." Guests praise attentive staff, notably Cassandra and Alex. While noise levels can be high, the "vibe is great." Highly recommended for a memorable dining experience.
2,145 Reviews
  1. Linda VIP

    New York City99 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Consistently delicious Professional and courteous waitstaff Warm and welcoming ambiance

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  2. Paul

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waitress was very friendly and helpful.The food was phenomenal. We definitely will be back !!!

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  3. Jess VIP

    Wilmington3 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Had dinner with a friend at 5pm on Wednesday and the service was terrible (the woman didn’t seem to want to be there, she seemed bothered everything time we asked for something) and the food was bland. I had the cod and my friend had a steak and Cesar salad (salad was good) I would recommend this place for quick drinks (maybe during happy hour).

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  4. Jennifer VIP

    Greater Boston31 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a nice Easter brunch with family. Food was tasty and the service was wonderful.

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  5. Thalia

    Greater Boston5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was amazing!! Service, food and drinks!! Highly recommended!

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  6. DebG VIP

    Greater Boston9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Last night was a shining example of why Basta is one of our favorite restaurants. The menu offers a great selection and the food is delicious! Basta has a great ambiance, and the staff members are wonderful. Cassandra took care of our party of 4 and was incredible. She was attentive, personable, professional, and had great recommendations when we were trying to decide on wine pairings, or between some menu choices. I highly recommend Basta!
    Basta Italian RestaurantResponded on April 13, 2025
    Deb, We can't thank you enough for the kind words and great review. We appreciate your business and for noticing the culture we have worked so hard to build here at Basta. To see our service staff members being praised and remembered by name, along with memorable dishes that keep guests coming back is the greatest reward in the hospitality business. We look forward to seeing you again soon.

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  7. Douglas VIP

    Greater Boston16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent dining experience! Melanzane was delicious!

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  8. Dave

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server went above and beyond to make it a great dinner experience

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  9. Crystal VIP

    Greater Boston6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service, ambiance and the tortellini was delicious. We had asked for the peppers on the side for the calamari and I wouldn’t suggest doing that - we lost out on some of the sauce. Other than that, delicious, the pasta at Basta is perfection.

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  10. Quentin

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The experience we had Basta was excellent. The food was phenomenal and drinks were also very good. Nothing bad about it.

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FAQs

Basta Italian Restaurant offers delivery in partnership with Chow Now. Basta Italian Restaurant also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (401) 461-2300.

Basta Italian Restaurant is rated 4.7 stars by 2145 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 20 times today
Google Map for Basta Italian Restaurant

2195 Broad St, Cranston, RI 02905

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Aborn Street
  • Neighborhood
    Cranston
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Behind the restaurant is a large private parking lot for our guests, which leads directly into our patio entrance.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Our in house Jazz Band, "The Night Owls" play every Wednesday 7:00PM - 10:00PMRotating musical performances every Thursday night beginning at 7:30PM - 10:30PM
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Off-site catering can be offered upon request.
  • Private party facilities
    The Sala Privata is available to book for private dinners up to 21 guests. It is accompanied with a full A/V system for projecting/casting digital media. Our full or enclosed Terrazza space is very diverse and can accommodate parties up to 45/50 guests. These spaces can be transformed from a seated dining experience to an open cocktail party.
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