Sweet Basil on Moody

4.6

426 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

Dec 28, 2024

8:30 PM

Booked 8 times today

Good for groups
Neighborhood 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 areas

Additional information

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
Neighborhood
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
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Off the Radar$15.00
vodka, parfait amour, vanilla star anise tincture, orange blossom
Bleed Tennessee$15.00
whiskey, blood orange, cassis noir
Le Tigre$15.00
spiced rum, mango, luxardo, cherry
Blue Steel (Frozen)$15.00
gin, coconut, bleu curacao
Jon Voight's Car$15.00
aperol, passion, passoa
Purple Haze$15.00
gin, lavender bitters, lime
Mezcal Mule$15.00
mezcal, vodka, lime, tangerine, peach, ginger
Mint 2 B$15.00
rum, mint, creme de mure
Penichillin'$15.00
barrel aged with bourbon, ginger, pineapple, bitters
Sex and the Watch City$15.00
vodka, pomegranate, orange liqueur, lime
Peachy Queen$15.00
gin, carpano antica, campari, peach bitters
The Alibi$15.00
bourbon, rye, pamplemousse, grapefruit, bitters
Uncut Jams$15.00
tequila, strawberry jam, basil, jalapeno tincture
Red & White Sangria
- Glass$9.00
- Pitcher$36.00

Draft Beer

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

Beer & Cider Bottles & Cans

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

Rosés + Sparkling Wine by the Glass

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

White Wine by the Glass

Albarino, Casa Monte Pio | Spain$13.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Le Sauv | France$12.00
Chardonnay, Elena Walch | Italy$12.00
Pinot Grigio, Cantina de Pra | Italy$11.00
Riesling, Boundary Breaks | NY$13.00

Red Wine by the Glass

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

What 426 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.

426 Reviews

C
Caitlin
Greater Boston
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The waiter was the bartender as well! He was so attentive! Fabulous food and a great atmosphere
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Lee
VIP
Greater Boston
47 reviews
4.0
47 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2024
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 December 9, 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 December 9, 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 December 6, 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 December 5, 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 December 1, 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 November 23, 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 November 16, 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 November 15, 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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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 426 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.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 28, 2024

8:30 PM

Booked 8 times today

Order delivery or takeout

469 Moody St, Waltham, MA 02453

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Chestnut Street
Neighborhood
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
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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

Gift card

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Sweet Basil on Moody

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Gift card

Shrimp Scampi

Chicken Parmesan

Chicken Marsala

Cocktails

Off the Radar$15.00

Bleed Tennessee$15.00

Le Tigre$15.00

Blue Steel (Frozen)$15.00

Jon Voight's Car$15.00

Purple Haze$15.00

Mezcal Mule$15.00

Mint 2 B$15.00

Penichillin'$15.00

Sex and the Watch City$15.00

Peachy Queen$15.00

The Alibi$15.00

Uncut Jams$15.00

Red & White Sangria

Draft Beer

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

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

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

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

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

Nitro Stout, Broad Brook, CT (5.9%)$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%)$5.00

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Rosés + Sparkling Wine by the Glass

Sangiovese, Grotte Sul Mare | Italy$10.00

Champagne, C. Collin | France

Prosecco, Zardetto | Italy$10.00

White Wine by the Glass

Albarino, Casa Monte Pio | Spain$13.00

Sauvignon Blanc, Le Sauv | France$12.00

Chardonnay, Elena Walch | Italy$12.00

Pinot Grigio, Cantina de Pra | Italy$11.00

Riesling, Boundary Breaks | NY$13.00

Red Wine by the Glass

Cab Sauv, Robert Hall | CA$13.00

Sangiovese 'Chianti Classico' Castellare | Italy$15.00

Pinot Nero, Cantina di Pra | Italy$13.00

Tempranillo 'Crianza' Valdemar | Spain$13.00

Rosso Veronese 'Alanera' Zenato | Italy$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 reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Gift card