Basil Seasonal Dining Menu (Update 2025)
Introducing Basil Seasonal Dining, a gluten-free Italian and seafood restaurant located in Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA. This dining spot offers a variety of appetizers like Sauteed Monterey Bay Calamari and Lamb Meatballs, as well as delicious Salads such as Basil Caesar Salad and Burrata Cheese Distefano. The Brioches Buns Sandwiches are a must-try, with options like The Basil Veggie Burger and Warm Focaccia Mortadella. Customers praise the Butternut Squash Ravioli and Carbonara, highlighting the exceptional flavors and authenticity of the dishes. The outdoor seating with heat lamps creates a cozy atmosphere for a delightful dining experience. Diners appreciate the friendly and attentive staff, making this restaurant a top choice for a memorable meal. Don't miss out on their irresistible desserts like the tartufo for a perfect ending to your meal. Basil Seasonal Dining is a culinary gem worth exploring.
Appetizers
Sauteed Monterey Bay Calamari
Wild shrimp, Spanish octopus, white wine garlic sauce, peperoncino and parsley. Gluten free.
Tenderized Roasted Spanish Octopus
Cannellini beans puree, fennel, red onions, cherry tomatoes, shaved carrots, lemon zest, basil infused extra verging olive oil, lemon dressing, mint
Lamb Meatballs
San Marzano d.o.p. tomatoes sauce and Parmesan cheese.
Italian Charcuterie
Selection of cured meats, cheese, marinated vegetables and gluten free crostini.
Bruschetta Tartufo Dinner Special
Ciabatta bread, basil pesto, cherry tomatoes, Parmesan cheese black truffle, Buffalo mozzarella, Monterey sea salt, olive oil and balsamic glaze.
Castelvetrano Olives
Imported marinated. Gluten free. Vegan.
Porchetta
Marinated and roasted pork belly, arugula, lemon dressing, pomo confit, balsamic glaze
Castroville Marinated Artichokes
lemon zest, olive oil, bread crumbs, ricotta cheese, balsamic glaze
Cheese Plate
selections of imported cheese, honey and balsamic glaze with crostinis
Basil Garlic Bread
organic butter, Parmesan cheese, fresh basil
Olive Oil Sea Salt Warm Focaccia with Basil Pesto
serves two people
Basil Caesar Salad
Chopped romaine, anchovies, Parmesan, bread crumb, radish and tomato.
CAPRESE SWANK FARMS HEIRLOOM TOMATOES
buffalo mozzarella, toasted pistachios, basil, cucumber, avocado, sea salt, raspberry balsamic Vegan. Gluten free.
Basil Salad
Mixed baby greens, freshly shaved vegetables and balsamic vinaigrette. Gluten free. Vegan.
Insalata di Barbabietole
Wild arugula, Belgian endive, caramelized bosc Pear, red and golden beet, shaved sharp Provolone, sweet peppadew, caramelized pecan, Aperol lemon dressing, balsamic glaze
Roasted Bosc Pear & Creamy Gorgonzola
Arugula, lemon dressing, honey, balsamic, raspberry, taralli crostini
Burrata Cheese Distefano
Arugula, lemon dressing, thinly sliced San Daniele Prosciutto, Basil olive oil
Insalata Nizzarda
wild arugula, Belgian endive, fresh organic strawberries, red and green bees, sweet gorgonzola, sweet peppadew, caramelized pecan, Aperol Lemon dressing, balsamic glaze
Salads
Brioches Buns Sandwiches
The Basil Veggie Burger
Pesto mayo, chickpeas, quinoa, carrot patty, walnuts and Monterey jack cheese.
The Basil Burger
Arugula, tomato, caramelized onions, Monterey Jack cheese and aioli.
Organic Chicken Sandwich
Basil pesto mayo, avocado, Bakers bacon, lettuce and tomato.
WARM FOCACCIA Porchetta
roasted pork belly arugula, lemon dressing, Honeybee goat gouda cheese, sea salt, peppadew
WARM FOCACCIA MORTADELLA
burrata DiStefano, arugula, lemon dressing, black truffle, olive oil, sea salt
WARM FOCACCAIA CAPRESE
basil pesto, buffalo mozzarella, fresh tomatoes, balsamic, sea salt
Warm Focaccia Salmon BLT
mayo, lettuce, tomato, caper berry, bacon
Black Seafood Linguine
Monterey bay squid, shrimp, white wine garlic, Meyer lemons, calabrian chili and gilroy garlic.
TAGLIATELLE PASTA BOLOGNESE
Traditional ground beef, San Marzano tomato, Parsley
TRADITIONAL LASAGNA
Beef Bolognese, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, San Marzano DOP marinara sauce, fresh basil
BUTTERNUT SQUASH RAVIOLI
Spinach pasta, organic brown butter sage, parmesan cheese, arugula
SPINACH GNOCCHI CON SALMONE
Light Basil cream sauce, king salmon, sauted zucchini, fresh basil
RIGATONI AL PESTO (no pine nuts)
House-made pasta, basil pesto, buffalo mozzarella, cherry tomato
Tricolore Gnocchi (gluten free, non gmo)
Green peas gnocchi, potates dumplings, San Marzano tomato sauce, Parmesan cream sauce black truffle caviar
Tagilatelle Ai Funghi Porcini & Salsiccia
Porcini mushrooms, italian pork sausage, Parmesan cheese, white wine, garlic, shallots, parsley
Spaghetti with Lamb Meatballs & Scamorza
San Marzano tomato sauce, smoked mozzarella cheese
Spaghetti Carbonara
egg yolk; Parmesan cheese, black pepper, crispy pancetta/guanciale (italian bacon)
Fiocchi Ravioli & Toasted Walnuts
Cheese-filled pasta & pears, light gorgonzola dolce & speck (Italian smoked ham)
Lobster Ravioli
Saffron cream sauce, cherry tomatoes, fresh basil
Vegan Gluten Free Ravioli
Vegan butter (olive oil if requested) mixed vegetables, cherry tomatoes, fresh basil
Pomodoro Rigatoni
San Marzano tomato sauce & fresh basil, extra virgin olive oil
Arrabiata Piccante
San Marzano tomato sauce & fresh basil, extra virgin olive oil
Amatriciana
caramelized onions, crispy pancetta, San Marzano tomato sauce & fresh basil, extra virgin olive oil
Putanesca Rigatoni
San Marzano tomato sauce, caramelized shallots, capers berry, anchovies, black olives, white wine, peproncino, Italian parsley
Pastas
Entrees
Vegan Roasted Vegetable Plate
Cauliflower, beet ravioli, mixed mushrooms and carrot puree.
Slow Cooked Short Rib
Mulino sobrino creamy polenta, broccolini and fresh horseradish.
1/2 Roasted Marys Organic Chicken
Celery root puree, roasted root vegetables, Meyer lemon butter sauce. Gluten free.
KING ORA NEW ZEELAND SALMON
Pan seared, pinot grigio & garlic white wine sauce, sauted mushrooms, organic swank farm cauliflower, sun-dried tomatoes, black olives
Branzino Al Forno
oven roasted, Mediterranean Sea bass fillet, basil pesto, baby red pomo confit
Crispy Potatoes
Pecorino cheese and rosemary.
Swank Farm Roasted Organic Cauliflower
Basil pesto. Vegan.
Old World Creamy Mulino Sobrino Polenta
Fine grain, Parmesan cheese. Vegan.
Jumbo Asparagus
Sauteed olive oil and Parmesan cheese
Truffle Fries
Sides
Dessert
Brioche Bread Pudding
House-made warm brioche bread pudding, custard, caramel sauce, seasonal berries, vanilla bean gelato (on the side)
Warm Chocolate Flourless Cake
Nice and warm, salted caramel and chocolate chunk gelato (served on the side).
Cobbler
Warm calgiant berry farms and gizdi ranch olallieberry, vanilla bean gelato (served on the side)
Tartufo
MELTS FAST: Zabaglione cream center, surrounded by chocolate gelato and caramelized hazelnut & cocoa powder.
Traditional Tiramisu
Ladyfingers, mascarpone cheese, egg yolks, cocoa powder
Basil Panna Cotta
Sweetened cooked cream, vanilla beans, mix berries, basil extract
Crema Catalana
Creamy custard topped with caramelized sugars and mixed berries
Spumoni Bomba
Chocolate covered strawberry, pistachio, and chocolate gelato.
Cantucci
Traditional Italian Biscotti with almonds. Gluten free available by request
Hot Teas
Numi Organic Tea
Danesi Caffe
Cappuccino
Regular or decaf.
Espresso
Regular or decaf.
Latte
Regular or decaf.
Coffee
Regular or decaf.
Hot Chocolate
Add fresh whipped cream for an additional charge.
BASIL MARGHERITA 12" individual serving thin crust
imported buffalo mozzarella, San Marzano tomato sauce, fresh basil
SPECIAL PIZZA 12" individual serving thin crust
Tartufo & Speak basil pesto, Asiago, Peppa dew, Porcini mushrooms, crispy potatoes, wild arugula with lemon dressing (no tomato sauce)
CARMEL DIAVOLA 12" individual serving thin crust
Fresh organic basil pesto, peppadew, mild Italian salami, wild arugula
CHEESE PIZZA
Tomato Sauce, shredded house-made mozzarella
Valtellina Blanca & Caramalized Walnut with Porcini Mushrooms (no tomato sauce)
Provolone cheese, speak (italian smoked ham) crispy potatoes, rosemary sea salt