Mezzaluna Willits

Mezzaluna Willits is an Italian restaurant at 941 E Valley Rd in Basalt, Colorado, serving wood-fired pizza and house-made pastas. The kitchen roasts and smokes its own tomatoes, garlic and vegetables for sauces and makes pizza dough, dressings and desserts fresh daily. The dinner menu includes chicken piccata, duck confit, pappardelle bolognese and starters such as calamari and burrata caprese, with gluten-free pasta and pizza crust available.

There is a bar with craft cocktails, wine by the glass and beer, plus a happy hour each afternoon. A dog-friendly patio opens in good weather, and local artists play live music on Tuesday evenings. The restaurant also hosts private events for up to 80 seated guests and offers off-site catering. Reservations are taken by phone.