Il Basilico
2 Estrelícias — Excellent — worth a detour. Awarded by the MadeiraInfo editorial team.
Tuscan Italian restaurant on the Funchal seafront promenade, led by Florence-born chef Cristiano Cutietta. Wood-fired pizza, handmade pasta and coastal seafood on a sunny deck terrace with the Lido at your back.
About Il Basilico
Il Basilico is a mid-range italian, tuscan and seafood restaurant in Funchal — São Martinho / Lido
If you only order one thing, make it the tuscan sharing plates and wood-fired pizza on the lido terrace — it's what the kitchen is known for and what regulars come back for.
The menu is rooted in Tuscan tradition — sheep's cheese, Tuscan salami, olive oil, pastries and wines — executed by chef Cristiano Cutietta from Florence. There is a dedicated children's menu with activities and coloured pencils, and the sunny deck terrace serves lunch and à la carte dinners throughout the year.
What to know before you go
- Book ahead — this restaurant fills nightly in season, particularly Thursday to Saturday.
- Cards accepted. Tipping ~5–10% on the total is appreciated but not expected.
- Outdoor seating is available — request when booking, as it goes first.
- Hours: Lunch 12:30–15:30, dinner 18:30–22:00. Open daily.
- Address: Rua de Leichlingen 9, 9004-566 Funchal, Madeira.
- Phone and bookings: +351 291 708 708; email: ilbasilico@portobay.pt.
- Reservations: advisable for dinner; walk-ins usually fine at lunch.
- Languages: menu available in Portuguese, English, French and German.
- Payment: American Express, Visa, Eurocard/Mastercard, Diners Club and Access.
- Wi-Fi: free throughout the restaurant.
- Access: no stairs — enter directly from the street or through The Residence hotel reception.
- Smoking: no smoking inside; designated smoking area on the outdoor terrace.
- Takeaway: available by calling 291 708 708.
- Delivery: via Bringeat, Comer em casa or Kolmi.
- Allergies / special diets: contact ilbasilico@portobay.pt for allergen information, gluten-free menus or children's options.
Best time to visit
Open all year. Summer and the Christmas–New Year window are the hardest for tables — booking a day or two ahead avoids the gamble.
Location
Funchal — São Martinho / Lido, Madeira · Open in OpenStreetMap · Google Maps
32.63960, -16.91760
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Frequently asked
What is Il Basilico known for?+
Il Basilico is known for its tuscan sharing plates and wood-fired pizza on the lido terrace, plus a wider italian, tuscan and seafood menu.
Do I need to book a table at Il Basilico?+
Yes — reservations are strongly recommended, especially for dinner Thursday to Saturday and through the summer months.
How expensive is Il Basilico?+
Il Basilico is rated €€ — mid-range. Expect a typical dinner main to reflect that band, with Madeira wines and bottled water added on top.
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