Sweet Basil on Moody

4.6

424 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

19 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 6 times today

Good for groups
Neighbourhood gem
Charming

Our newest location offers indoor dining and take-out from 5-10pm Monday thru Thursday, from 4-11pm on Friday and Saturday, and from 4-9pm on Sunday. We offer chef-inspired Italian dishes, along with a full bar that includes hand-crafted cocktails, beer and wine.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian, Cocktail Bar
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(781) 472-2805
Website
http://www.sweetbasilwaltham.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Harrison Grams

Location
469 Moody St, Waltham, MA 02453
Area
Waltham
Cross Street
Chestnut Street
Parking details
Moody Street offers street parking but If you are looking to avoid the hassle park at one of the many municipal lots along the way just off Moody Street. The closest lot is located just past Balani off Chestnut Street.
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Vegan

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Popular dishes

Off the RadarUS$15.00
vodka, parfait amour, vanilla star anise tincture, orange blossom
Bleed TennesseeUS$15.00
whiskey, blood orange, cassis noir
Le TigreUS$15.00
spiced rum, mango, luxardo, cherry
Blue Steel (Frozen)US$15.00
gin, coconut, bleu curacao
Jon Voight's CarUS$15.00
aperol, passion, passoa
Purple HazeUS$15.00
gin, lavender bitters, lime
Mezcal MuleUS$15.00
mezcal, vodka, lime, tangerine, peach, ginger
Mint 2 BUS$15.00
rum, mint, creme de mure
Penichillin'US$15.00
barrel aged with bourbon, ginger, pineapple, bitters
Sex and the Watch CityUS$15.00
vodka, pomegranate, orange liqueur, lime
Peachy QueenUS$15.00
gin, carpano antica, campari, peach bitters
The AlibiUS$15.00
bourbon, rye, pamplemousse, grapefruit, bitters
Uncut JamsUS$15.00
tequila, strawberry jam, basil, jalapeno tincture
Red & White Sangria
- GlassUS$9.00
- PitcherUS$36.00

Draft Beer

Pale Lager, Peroni, Italy (4.7%)US$8.00
Uncanny Kolsch, Riverwalk Brewing, MA (5.4%)US$9.00
Feather Pilsner, Vermont Beer, VT (4%)US$10.00
Mango Lassi Sour, Might Squirrel, MA (7%)US$10.00
Flume Double IPA, Battery Steele, ME (8%)US$9.00
Nitro Stout, Broad Brook, CT (5.9%)US$10.00

Beer & Cider Bottles & Cans

Miller High Life, Miller, WI (4.6%)
- 7ozUS$3.00
Miller Lite, Miller, WI (4.2%)
- 12ozUS$5.00
Moretti Pale Lager, Moretti, Italy (4.6%)US$5.00
Modelo Especial, Modelo, Mexico (4.4%)US$8.00
1911 Original Cider 1911, NY (5.5%)US$8.00
Hi-Def Double IPA Castle Island, MA (8.4%)US$10.00
Sour Face Raspberry Kiwi Berliner Weisse, Mighty Squirrel, MA (5%)US$10.00
Tommy's Distraction NE, IPA Distraction, MA (4.2%)US$10.00
Raspberry Berliner, Stoneface, NH (3.7%)US$10.00
Boom Sauce, Lord Hobo, MA (7.8%)US$13.00
Goody Two Shoes, Exhibit 'A', MA (4.5%)US$9.00
Pulp Daddy, Greater Good, MA (8%)US$13.00
Rec League, Harpoon Brewery, MA (4%)US$7.00
No Limits Hefeweizen, Two Roads, CT (5%)US$8.00
Summer Ale, Atlantic Brewing, ME (4.3%)US$11.00
Loteria! Mighty Squirrel, MA (5.5%)US$10.00
Little Sip, Lawson's Finest, VT (6.2%)US$11.00
Summer Shandy, Leinenkugel's, WI (4.2%)US$6.00

Rosés + Sparkling Wine by the Glass

Sangiovese, Grotte Sul Mare | ItalyUS$10.00
Champagne, C. Collin | France
- 375mlUS$20.00
Prosecco, Zardetto | ItalyUS$10.00

White Wine by the Glass

Albarino, Casa Monte Pio | SpainUS$13.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Le Sauv | FranceUS$12.00
Chardonnay, Elena Walch | ItalyUS$12.00
Pinot Grigio, Cantina de Pra | ItalyUS$11.00
Riesling, Boundary Breaks | NYUS$13.00

Red Wine by the Glass

Cab Sauv, Robert Hall | CAUS$13.00
Sangiovese 'Chianti Classico' Castellare | ItalyUS$15.00
Pinot Nero, Cantina di Pra | ItalyUS$13.00
Tempranillo 'Crianza' Valdemar | SpainUS$13.00
Rosso Veronese 'Alanera' Zenato | ItalyUS$14.00

What 424 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.5Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Sweet Basil on Moody offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent quality food" and an "awesome, funky, and unique" vibe. Diners praise the "friendly and knowledgeable" staff, generous portions, and eclectic decor. While some find the ambiance and service outstanding, others note occasional inconsistencies in food quality and service.

424 Reviews

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Lee
VIP
Greater Boston
47 reviews
4.0
47 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We had a delicious dinner but we could’ve shared the main courses as well as the salad. The good news is that we have enough for another meal!!
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Cristin
Greater Boston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 9 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was very good, the staff and attention just right and the bill for 3 people including drinks and a shared dessert was $150. Love the decor. It was quiet but it was early on a Monday. I’ve been in on the weekend evenings and it’s been quite loud but a fun ambiance with sometimes I believe, live music. Thank you.
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Deborah
Greater Boston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 9 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Holiday celebration arrived early was seated immediately. Was offered a very nice table. Very good attention by all staff.
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Alejandra
Caribbean
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 6 December 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
I had high expectations based on the rave reviews about the food, but our dining experience was a mix of highs and lows. Despite having an early reservation, the service felt rushed and impersonal. The waitress seemed overwhelmed, managing several tables across the restaurant, and wasn’t particularly friendly. It was nice to see that the highchair we requested in our reservation notes was already at the table when we arrived—a thoughtful touch. However, we were celebrating birthday, which was noted in the reservation but unfortunately went completely unacknowledged. The appetizers were excellent and definitely a highlight of the meal. However, the pasta dishes were a letdown—they were overly salty.
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Michelle
VIP
Norfolk/Suffolk
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 5 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved it always delicious especially rosemary chicken
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Steve
VIP
Greater Boston
55 reviews
2.0
55 reviews
Dined on 1 December 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Not good any more. Dry food. 1 hour for dinner to arrive. Ok service
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Stacey
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 23 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great meal and experience at Sweet Basil! The decor and vibe was awesome, funky, and unique and the food was great.
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Rebecca
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent quality food, cocktails, and service. Never disappoints.
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Lauren
Greater Boston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 15 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous- beautiful restaurant / great soundtrack/ attentive service/ delicious food
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Mario
VIP
Greater Boston
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 10 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was outstanding and extremely tasty Menu options were awesome Staff was friendly and helpful Parking was tough at 7:15 pm We will be back
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FAQs

Sweet Basil on Moody offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (781) 472-2805.

Sweet Basil on Moody is rated 4.6 stars by 424 OpenTable diners.

Sweet Basil on Moody does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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2 people

19 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 6 times today

Order delivery or takeout

469 Moody St, Waltham, MA 02453

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Chestnut Street
Area
Waltham
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Moody Street offers street parking but If you are looking to avoid the hassle park at one of the many municipal lots along the way just off Moody Street. The closest lot is located just past Balani off Chestnut Street.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Harrison Grams
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Vegan

Website
http://www.sweetbasilwaltham.com/
Phone number
(781) 472-2805

Gift card

Send gift cards instantly by email or print to present in person.

Send a gift card

Sweet Basil on Moody

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Gift card

Shrimp Scampi

Chicken Parmesan

Chicken Picatta

Cocktails

Off the RadarUS$15.00

Bleed TennesseeUS$15.00

Le TigreUS$15.00

Blue Steel (Frozen)US$15.00

Jon Voight's CarUS$15.00

Purple HazeUS$15.00

Mezcal MuleUS$15.00

Mint 2 BUS$15.00

Penichillin'US$15.00

Sex and the Watch CityUS$15.00

Peachy QueenUS$15.00

The AlibiUS$15.00

Uncut JamsUS$15.00

Red & White Sangria

Draft Beer

Pale Lager, Peroni, Italy (4.7%)US$8.00

Uncanny Kolsch, Riverwalk Brewing, MA (5.4%)US$9.00

Feather Pilsner, Vermont Beer, VT (4%)US$10.00

Mango Lassi Sour, Might Squirrel, MA (7%)US$10.00

Flume Double IPA, Battery Steele, ME (8%)US$9.00

Nitro Stout, Broad Brook, CT (5.9%)US$10.00

Beer & Cider Bottles & Cans

Miller High Life, Miller, WI (4.6%)

Miller Lite, Miller, WI (4.2%)

Moretti Pale Lager, Moretti, Italy (4.6%)US$5.00

Modelo Especial, Modelo, Mexico (4.4%)US$8.00

1911 Original Cider 1911, NY (5.5%)US$8.00

Hi-Def Double IPA Castle Island, MA (8.4%)US$10.00

Sour Face Raspberry Kiwi Berliner Weisse, Mighty Squirrel, MA (5%)US$10.00

Tommy's Distraction NE, IPA Distraction, MA (4.2%)US$10.00

Raspberry Berliner, Stoneface, NH (3.7%)US$10.00

Boom Sauce, Lord Hobo, MA (7.8%)US$13.00

Goody Two Shoes, Exhibit 'A', MA (4.5%)US$9.00

Pulp Daddy, Greater Good, MA (8%)US$13.00

Rec League, Harpoon Brewery, MA (4%)US$7.00

No Limits Hefeweizen, Two Roads, CT (5%)US$8.00

Summer Ale, Atlantic Brewing, ME (4.3%)US$11.00

Loteria! Mighty Squirrel, MA (5.5%)US$10.00

Little Sip, Lawson's Finest, VT (6.2%)US$11.00

Summer Shandy, Leinenkugel's, WI (4.2%)US$6.00

Rosés + Sparkling Wine by the Glass

Sangiovese, Grotte Sul Mare | ItalyUS$10.00

Champagne, C. Collin | France

Prosecco, Zardetto | ItalyUS$10.00

White Wine by the Glass

Albarino, Casa Monte Pio | SpainUS$13.00

Sauvignon Blanc, Le Sauv | FranceUS$12.00

Chardonnay, Elena Walch | ItalyUS$12.00

Pinot Grigio, Cantina de Pra | ItalyUS$11.00

Riesling, Boundary Breaks | NYUS$13.00

Red Wine by the Glass

Cab Sauv, Robert Hall | CAUS$13.00

Sangiovese 'Chianti Classico' Castellare | ItalyUS$15.00

Pinot Nero, Cantina di Pra | ItalyUS$13.00

Tempranillo 'Crianza' Valdemar | SpainUS$13.00

Rosso Veronese 'Alanera' Zenato | ItalyUS$14.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does Sweet Basil on Moody offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Sweet Basil on Moody restaurant rated?

Does Sweet Basil on Moody offer gift cards?

Is Sweet Basil on Moody currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Gift card