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Basilico Roskilde

Casual Italian comfort and generous pizzas in the heart of Roskilde’s old town, ideal for a relaxed, family‑friendly break between cathedral and shopping.

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Set on pedestrian Skomagergade in the historic heart of Roskilde, Basilico is a casual Italian restaurant and pizzeria known for generous, topping‑laden pies, comforting pasta dishes and relaxed, family‑friendly dining. You sit amid warm, unfussy interiors with simple wooden tables, the scent of baking dough and garlic drifting from the open kitchen. It is the sort of straightforward neighborhood spot that works for an easy lunch during sightseeing or an unhurried dinner with friends, with plenty of soft drinks, beer and wine to pair with your food.

A brief summary to Basilico

  • Skomagergade 21, Roskilde, 4000, DK
  • +4546323271
  • Visit website
  • Duration: 0.5 to 1.5 hours
  • Mid ranged
  • Environment icon Indoor
  • Mobile reception: 5 out of 5
  • Monday 11 am-8 pm
  • Tuesday 11 am-8 pm
  • Wednesday 11 am-8 pm
  • Thursday 11 am-8 pm
  • Friday 11 am-8 pm
  • Saturday 11 am-8 pm

Local tips

  • Visit outside the core dinner window of 18:00–19:30 if you prefer a quieter meal, especially on Fridays and Saturdays when the pedestrian street is busiest.
  • If you are not very hungry, share a pizza or pair one pizza with a salad; portions are filling and can easily serve two lighter eaters.
  • Ask about milder toppings or simpler combinations if you are dining with children; the kitchen is used to adapting pizzas for younger tastes.
  • Consider takeaway if the dining room feels crowded; the central location makes it easy to enjoy your pizza in a nearby park or back at your accommodation.
  • Keep some Danish kroner or a payment card handy for quick settlement at the end, as service is informal and typically quite fast once you are ready to leave.
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Italian Comfort in Roskilde’s Old Town

Basilico sits on Skomagergade, one of Roskilde’s main shopping streets, a short stroll from the cathedral and the old market squares. Step inside and you move from the Danish cobblestones into a thoroughly Italian mood: the aroma of tomato sauce and toasted cheese, the quiet clatter of plates, the soft hum of conversation. The look is unpretentious and functional rather than design‑driven, with practical tables, tiled floors and a view toward the busy kitchen. This is not fine dining but a handy, central pit stop. Locals drop in in the middle of the day for a quick pizza slice or a sit‑down lunch, while evenings bring couples, groups of friends and families mixing Danish, English and Italian words as they order. The atmosphere is relaxed, with no rush to turn tables, so you can linger over your meal before heading back to the sights.

Pizza at the Heart of the Menu

As the name suggests, pizza is Basilico’s backbone. The menu runs through a long list of combinations, from familiar margherita to richer options layered with chicken, bacon, pepperoni or kebab, plus their signature Basilico pizza topped with chicken, fresh tomatoes and pesto. Bases are classic Danish‑Italian style: a little thicker and more filling than ultra‑thin Neapolitan, baked to a light golden crust that can handle plenty of toppings. Portions are generous, making a single pizza substantial enough for most appetites. If you are sharing, ordering a couple of different styles to split across the table works well. For something lighter, there are often salads and simpler toppings, and you can usually dial back the richness by skipping extra cheese or creamy dressings.

Beyond Pizza: Pasta, Sides and Sweets

While pizza dominates, the kitchen also turns out straightforward pasta dishes in the comforting, sauce‑heavy northern European Italian tradition. Expect familiar combinations like carbonara, bolognese or creamy chicken pastas rather than experimental cooking. Fries, garlic bread and other side dishes add to the feeling of a casual, filling meal, popular with children and teenagers. If you have room left, desserts lean toward classic crowd‑pleasers: think ice cream, simple cakes or a sweet finish served in generous portions rather than delicate patisserie. The drinks list is broad for such a relaxed place, with soft drinks, beer and a small selection of wines that pair easily with tomato‑based dishes.

A Practical Stop Between Roskilde Highlights

Basilico’s biggest strength is its position right in the center of Roskilde’s compact historic core. It works well as a break between the cathedral, museums and the independent shops that line Skomagergade and its side streets. The straightforward menu means mixed groups can usually find something, whether that is a safe margherita, a meat‑loaded pizza or a bowl of pasta. Service style is brisk and informal, with orders typically taken at the table and food arriving relatively quickly, making it suitable if you are on a loose sightseeing schedule. The dining room is all on one level, which helps with basic accessibility, though space can feel tight at busier times. Takeaway is common, so you will often see pizza boxes leaving for nearby homes, hotels or the nearby green spaces when the weather is kind.

Who Will Enjoy Basilico Most

Basilico is best suited to travelers who value convenience and familiarity over culinary experimentation. Families appreciate the easygoing atmosphere, kid‑friendly dishes and central location. Couples and solo travelers looking for a simple, filling meal before an evening walk through Roskilde’s old streets also fit right in. Vegetarians can piece together options from cheese‑based pizzas and meat‑free pastas, though this is not a specialist plant‑based venue. For many visitors, Basilico becomes a practical anchor: a place you can remember easily, return to without planning, and rely on for a warm plate of Italian‑style comfort food in the middle of historic Roskilde.

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