Just had dinner at Basil & Garlic based on yelp reviews. We have lived in north Scottsdale for a year and a half and have found most of the local food not worth going out for, so we usually go to Old town or Phoenix for good food. Our first clue that the food would be good was the aroma when we opened the door. it smelled like South Philly or Little Italy in NY. The food was delicious. The garlic bread had a subtle garlic flavor, and nice crunch, Perfect with the garlic basil pesto shrimp and pasta. Being from the east we couldn't resist trying a calzone. The dough was firm but not heavy and soft but not soggy. the sauce was tasty without being too strong for the ricotta filling. Will definitely go back. BYOB is great for a casual place .