Basil Tree - Dixon

Absolutely wonderful! Our waiting staff was great, very happy and thorough. Food was excellent. Desserts were fantastic. A little expensive for us, but we go back.

Service was awesome. Our server checked on us often and was very friendly. Both meals were very very good. We no longer have a need to drive to the Quad-cities or Rockford for authentic Italian cuisine.

Food is spot on tasty and cooked to perfection, esp the steaks...never anywhere else have I had such perfectly cooked AND tasty steak (Vesuvio or Gorgonzola style... . Staff is the best and always handle awkward situations with grace. Get the broccolini, healthy and perfectly compliments whatever they are serving. Wine is well curated and great bartending going on. My go to for casual is any of the great salads and appetizers (esp the calamari with peppers , or for a full on sit down dinner any entree on the menu will do. The best option in town, always.

Our server Alyssa was very accommodating and a spectacular server. The vodka gnocchi and the fruta de mer were delicious. We ordered the tiramisu and, as an Italian, it was almost perfect (could’ve used more cocoa powder). The experience and food were delightful. The service was exceptional. Will definitely go back for more date nights!

It's clear that this restaurant is very popular, as it's filled with sold-out tables for hours. We were invited to sit at the bar, which turned out to be a fantastic choice. Megan took care of us and made us feel right at home; she's fantastic! The dishes and drinks were delicious, and the entire staff was incredibly friendly. Megan even mentioned that we could enjoy a tapas-style dining experience in the stunning outdoor area. I'm really looking forward to trying this restaurant again. Thank you for a wonderful experience!