Estate Sale Marks End Of Journey For Iconic Casa Basso In Westhampton

WESTHAMPTON BEACH, NY— It's the end of an era in Westhampton: This weekend, an estate sale will be held at Casa Basso, an iconic eatery that has captured the hearts and appetites of generations of families since 1928.

The estate sale, held at 59 Montauk Highway, takes place Saturday and Sunday, December 7 and December 8, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.

For years, Casa Basso, an Italian restaurant known for its storied medieval castle and fencing musketeer statues greeting patrons, as well as the many other iconic statues outside, has been a touchstone. But recently, the eatery closed its doors forever.

The Southampton town board has proposed purchasing the parcel with plans for a waterfront park, according to 27 East.

But for many, the memories of meals gone by will live forever in hearts and minds — and those longtime customers and fans of the establishment will now have the chance to say good-bye.

The estate sale offers the chance to take home a treasured piece of local history, imbued with memories of sumptuous dinners and so much conversation and laughter. Antique artwork, restaurant equipment, kitchen appliances, furniture, chairs, tables, barstools, pianos, chandeliers, dishes, glassware, utensils, pots, pans, and much more will be available for sale.

Currently owned by the Bracovic family, the business has been in family hands since it opened in 1928, changing proprietors only three times.

According to the Casa Basso website: "Throughout our 80-plus years, the single goal has been customer satisfaction. We achieve this goal by providing the finest Italian cuisine and exceptional service in an atmosphere that is nothing short of amazing. Between the food, the 18th century castle, and the abundance of historic statues, you will not leave our establishment without a feeling of complete satisfaction."

A full interview with the Bracovic family will appear in Patch Monday.