Basta

We arrived much earlier than expected, were accommodated comfortably, and had happy hour drinks before dinner. Good choices for non-alcoholic drinks (tried 2), and sparkling water on tap. Menu included GF & DF options for entrees and mains, including GF pasta. All food ordered for 4 people was delicious. Almond hot choc was also available to end the meal. Group very happy with food, drink, prices, and music (good choices & not too loud).

Made to feel as though you weren’t welcome, perhaps staff having an off night - but it felt like it was a bother as soon as we entered. Disappointing.

Very nice place, good food and service. My only criticism is that it would have been better still if there had been more than 2 prawns in the linguine. Otherwise all good.

Menu is not large and on the night 2 of the main dishes and one of the deserts were unavailable. One plate came out after the rest o four party had finished their meal

Love Basta. Been there a number of times and have brought family and friends along. Food quality is always consistently good. Highly recommended.

Nice food, nice service, nice atmosphere, large dishes, my dish was a bit salty however, but overall it was a very nice experience, and would come back again

Great service, average food from my point of view but my friend loved it. The feed me comes with mussels so if you don’t like them, skip the feed me menu and select a la carte

Above average food and wonderful warm service. Will be back!

We always love dropping in here for dinner. It's absolutely our go to for authentic Italian food! We brought a friend along with us on this particular occasion and she was thoroughly impressed with all her dishes. In particular she couldn't get enough of the polpette and the amazing gnocchi with eggplant and nduja. We highly recommend for everyone who wants to taste a piece of Italy right here in Melbourne!

Delicious food - highly recommend the bruschetta and the ox tongue entrees! Atmosphere is a little quiet but service is very welcoming. Great space, shame there weren't more patrons - great little spot on Gertrude Street! Get the passionfruit martini!

Great little Italian restaurant, serving lovely tasty food in a great space with friendly staff. Excellent bruschetta and silky light pappardelle.

We went early on a Monday night and found everything to our liking. Good food ,good wine, good atmosphere and good service. We liked the beetroot ravioli and the cavatelli pasta and the rocket salad was perfect. We will be back.

Great place for date night or a meal with friends. Excellent service, awesome food and a nice relaxed vibe for a Monday night. Get the gnocchi. We‘ll be back!

Great food, service and atmosphere

Really nice find. Pasta delicious and great cocktails and wine. Lovely service.

Consistently delicious food and great service.

Love Basta but disappointed that the beetroot ravioli has been taken off the regular menu and is offered as a special. Reckon it's the best pasta dish. Put it back on the menu please.

Salad was good, not able to any of the sausage that was supposedly added to pasta

Great service and really nice food

Delightful food. Definitely well above average Italian . Somewhat expensive wine list. But can BYO at $10 bottle Monday and Tuesday.