Basilico
Gulan Street, Erbil
Restaurant in Erbil, Iraq
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Basilico is the Italian restaurant on the mezzanine floor of Erbil Rotana in Iraq. Its menu includes antipasti, pasta, pizza and desserts, and the restaurant welcomes non-resident diners as well as hotel guests for lunch and dinner.
About Basilico
Basilico on Erbil Rotana's Mezzanine
Basilico is the Italian restaurant at Erbil Rotana on Gulan Street in Erbil, Iraq. Its dedicated operator page places it on the mezzanine floor and describes a modern dining room. This is a restaurant within the hotel, not a general profile of Erbil Rotana's accommodation. Rotana lists it separately from Flavours, Breeze and Bond, which have different food and drinks roles. The operator explicitly confirms that diners do not need to be hotel guests to visit Basilico.
An Italian Menu Beyond Pasta
The published overview spans appetizers, antipasti, soups, panini and desserts, alongside pasta and pizza. Linguine all'aragosta is singled out among the kitchen's dishes, giving a seafood reference within the Italian menu. Rotana's description also emphasizes regional Italian preparations rather than presenting the restaurant as a single-region specialist. Pizza and Prosecco pairings and an aperitivo offering appear in the restaurant's promotional material, though these should be checked for current availability instead of treated as permanent packages. The hotel group's broader dining page independently identifies Basilico as its Italian option for lunch and dinner.
Visitor Access and Reservations
The restaurant recommends smart-casual clothing and confirms parking for diners at Erbil Rotana. Reservations are handled through the hotel or the WhatsApp contact listed on Basilico's own page. Private dinners and special arrangements can be discussed with the team, subject to availability; they are not automatically included in an ordinary table booking. If arranging a business meal or celebration, ask about the current set-menu choices and the space available for the group. Use Basilico's restaurant contact rather than the hotel's accommodation checkout, and confirm ingredients directly if a particular pasta, sauce or dessert needs adapting.
World Culinary Awards recognition
Basilico is the 2026 winner in Iraq's Best Hotel Restaurant 2026. These category awards are distinct from Michelin stars or an inspection-based numerical restaurant score.
The published voting rules distinguish public voters from verified industry voters, whose votes carry twice the weight. The award identifies a category winner rather than supplying a tasting score for every restaurant.
Sources and planning
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 12:30–11 PM · Tuesday: 12:30–11 PM
- Location
- Erbil Rotana, mezzanine floor, Gulan Street, Erbil
- Website
- rotana.com/rotanahotelandresorts/iraq/erbil/erbilrotana/diningout/basilicoitalianrestaurant
Venue details
Ambiance
Refined and elegant yet warm and modern, with the feel of an Italian escape inside a 5-star hotel; guests highlight top-notch, friendly service and a comfortable dining room suited to relaxed yet upscale meals.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Drinks Focus
- Wine
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten-free options
Signature Dishes
- Linguine all'Aragosta
- fresh pasta dishes
- pizza
- Panini
- Italian desserts
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Erbil Rotana, mezzanine floor, Gulan Street, Erbil
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 12:30–11 PM
- Tuesday
- 12:30–11 PM
- Wednesday
- 12:30–11 PM
- Thursday
- 12:30–11 PM
- Friday
- 12:30–11 PM
- Saturday
- 12:30–11 PM
- Sunday
- 12:30–11 PM
Location
Erbil Rotana, mezzanine floor, Gulan Street, Erbil · Directions
rotana.com/rotanahotelandresorts/iraq/erbil/erbilrotana/diningout/basilicoitalianrestaurant
Recognition and awards
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where is Basilico?
On the mezzanine floor of Erbil Rotana, Gulan Street, Erbil, Iraq.
Can non-hotel guests dine there?
Yes. Rotana explicitly welcomes external visitors.
What is the recommended dress?
Smart casual, according to the restaurant's official FAQ.
Can private dinners be arranged?
Yes, subject to availability and direct discussion with the restaurant.
