Basil & Co Ristorante Italiano

26/02/2026

🇮🇹✨ Night in Rome is Back! ✨🇮🇹

Wednesday 25th March 2026
6pm or 8pm

For one evening, we’re bringing Rome to Basil & Co 🍝

Join us for three beautiful Roman courses for £40 per person — bold flavours, simple ingredients and true Italian tradition.

Think Nonna’s meatballs, proper carbonara, ox tail ragù and classic tiramisu…

It’s always a special one ✨

Bookings are required — reserve your table via:

www.basilandcatering.co.uk

We’d love to see you there 🇮🇹🤍

Welcome to our family-owned restaurant, where we serve the freshest ingredients and share our passion for Italian cuisine. Our mission is to make you feel like you've visited a little piece of Italy in Kent.

26/10/2025

A huge congratulations to Basil & Co Ristorante Italiano who have been awarded an AA Rosette , the only Italian Restaurant in Kent to hold one.

So if you haven't been there yet, you know what to do!
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26/08/2025

✨MedAsia: A fusion tasting experience with a live jazz pianist✨

We’re closing Basil & Co in Tankerton for two weeks this September — but we’ve got something truly special happening in the middle of it all…

For one night only, the incredibly talented Chef Reece Smith — is taking over our kitchen to host an unforgettable MedAsia Fusion Tasting Night.

Reece is a Westminster-qualified nutritional chef with 15 years’ experience. From the hustle and bustle of the fine-dining restaurant scene in London to living and travelling across Europe, Asia and Australia; Reece has mastered international fusion and has cooked for royalty, celebrities and ultra-high net worth individuals.

This unique, one night only dining event will take place on Friday 12th September when Basil & Co is closed for a rare opportunity to experience Reece’s talent up close.

Step into a relaxed, immersive atmosphere where exceptional service meets unforgettable food. Enjoy an evening of live jazz covers performed by a talented Canterbury-based pianist, handcrafted cocktails, and boundary-pushing culinary creativity.

£85 per person ✨✨✨✨

Bookings to be made via basil & cos website:

www.basilandcatering.co.uk

04/07/2025

"A Night in Sicily"

24TH SEPTEMBER 2025: *AN UNFORGETTABLE SICILIAN CULINARY EXPERIENCE* 🍋

Join us for a sensory journey through Sicily with a 5-course gourmet meal celebrating the vibrant flavors of the island —from land to sea — each course perfectly paired with exquisite wines from Cantina Tora, a family-run vineyard nestled in the heart of Sicily.

🌿 What to Expect:

Traditional Sicilian Aperitivo on arrival
🍷 5-Course Menu featuring authentic Sicilian dishes
🗣️ Expert Wine Pairing with each course
🇮🇹 Live Talk & Pairing Guidance from a Cantina Fina sommelier
🎶 Sicilian Music to set the scene for a magical September night!

Whether it’s the zesty seafood, the earthy pastas, or the robust reds — every dish and sip will transport you to the sun-soaked Sicilian coast.

📍 Limited Spaces Available

Date: 24th september 2025

Price: £100 per person

🎟️ Book Now to Avoid Disappointment, Simply just follow link below and select “a night in sicily”

https://web.dojo.app/create_booking/vendor/Yx0TANXAief4NYEIO77U-8BWVzW0D2ApvFXAg291EME_restaurant

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26/02/2025

Say Ciao to Our Focaccia Sandwiches! 🇮🇹🥪Inspired by the vibrant streets of Italy, our new Focaccia Sandwiches are here! Made with golden, crispy-yet-airy focaccia and filled with the finest Italian ingredients, each bite is a taste of Italy!Il Re del Panino – The King of Sandwiches Succulent ribeye steak, seared to perfection, smothered in a rich, velvety four-cheese fondue, and topped with fresh, peppery rocket. A royal feast in every bite. Amore e Focaccia – A Love Affair with Flavour Creamy, indulgent burrata meets delicate Parma ham, finished with a crunchy pistachio topping for the perfect balance of creaminess and crunch. A match made in heaven. Il Panino Divino – A Divine Creation Juicy prawns wrapped in silky Parma ham, paired with our homemade creamy basil, tomato, lemon & garlic salsa for a rich, indulgent bite that melts in your mouth. La Dolce Focaccia – A Taste of the Sweet LifeFresh, creamy mozzarella layered with juicy beef tomatoes, drizzled with homemade basil pesto for a fragrant and utterly delicious Italian classic. 📍 Launching Next Week 🇮🇹Which one will you try first? 👀🍽

29/01/2025

Come and join us at Basil & Co Ristorante Italiano in Tankerton this Valentine’s Day for a delicious 5 course meal for just £55! Gluten free, vegan & dairy free options available to book simply go to our below! We only have a few tables left ❤️🇮🇹❤️🇮🇹

http://www.basilandcatering.co.uk

15/08/2024

Hi everyone, we are looking for a new member of kitchen staff at our
Basil&co ristorante Italiano in tankerton.
We are looking for people with or without experience, what we need is a passion and dedication to the job, we can do the rest with training 🙂
If you are interested please what's app message us on 07557046366 or call the restaurant on 01227 851476!
Thank you and we look forward to hearing from you

27/07/2024

https://www.instagram.com/reel/C97vAu4sqrC/?igsh=cXUwaHpiZTZjMDky

COME AND JOIN US FOR AL FRESCO DINING AT BASIL AND CO! In our newly built terrace, enjoy the sunshine with friends, a platter and a glass of wine! 😍🌻🌞☀️❤️

07/04/2024

***GIVEAWAY*** To celebrate Basil and Co turning one we are giving one lucky person the chance to win a lunchtime two course meal and bottle of wine for TWO! All you need to do is Follow three simple steps:

🇮🇹 Follow us on Social Media
🇮🇹 Share Our Post on your social media
🇮🇹 comment & tag three of your friends

Good Luck to all ❤️🇮🇹💃🏻 WINNERS WILL BE DRAWN AND ANNOUNCED ON 20th April! 🇮🇹

07/03/2024

This Friday 8th March we have a spectacular evening planned at Basil & Co, and we have just had a cancellation! Enjoy a delicious three course meal with fantastic entertainment with the brilliant Paul Cantara ! Sing along to your fave songs and dance the night away 💃🏻💃🏻💃🏻

14/02/2024

We won and have been named Kent’s most romantic 💘 restaurant!!! What a wonderful title 😍❤️🥰💗 Happy feeling inside & doing a happy dance on the outside 😍❤️🥰💗💃🏻💘

The small family-run business in Kent garnered roaring reviews