Basilico Ristorante

Walk into Basilico and you're getting straightforward Italian done right, none of the faffing about. The kind of neighbourhood spot where they know what they're doing with their ingredients and aren't trying to reinvent the wheel. You'll find yourself ordering another bottle of wine and watching the evening disappear into good food, good company, and that warm buzz that comes from a kitchen that actually cares. It's become a proper staple up Gosforth way—the sort of place you recommend to mates without hesitation.