The best Italian pizzerias and restaurants Lugano

Under the arcades in front of Piazza Riforma, this restaurant stands on the site of an old bistro that already existed in the 1930s. A very pleasant spot in summer, with an airy terrace that's always busy. Good traditional Italian cuisine with a modern presentation. The pizzas are crisp to perfection. The best part is that you can choose 2 pizzas in one! The dough is extremely thin, and even the largest size can be devoured without leaving a crumb!

Tucked away in an almost impossible-to-find alleyway, this little pizzeria is seductive. The well-appointed interior, with its combination of green décor, light wood, hanging lights and splashes of color, won us over. In particular, the beautiful olive tree that stands proudly in the middle of a table. As far as taste buds are concerned, Neapolitan pizza is king here: alongside the great classics, you'll also find fried pasta, barley pasta, or more original options like octopus stew or Neapolitan stew... A delight! Come early, as the restaurant is often fully booked.

Just a stone's throw from the station, the best thing about this place is its superb view of the city and lake! But it's also the place to enjoy fine Italian dishes. On this particular day, we were tempted by a marinated salmon tartare, followed by mushroom tagliatelle. You can also indulge in salads, soups, risottos and, of course, pasta, as well as delicious pizzas. As for desserts, you'll be surprised by the sometimes original proposals, such as sweet couscous with pistachio, honey and mint. Bon appétit!