The best restaurants Grands lacs italiens

La Cantina del Borgo is a historical address in the centre of Castiglione Olona that offers the curious visitor a menu that changes every month. All of this in the respect of the Lombard gastronomic tradition. Cold meats, cheese and homemade desserts, but also polenta, pasta with mushrooms and onion soup are just some of the proposals offered by the chef Giovanni Lorenzo. The setting and the characteristic atmosphere of the place make it even more inviting to settle down. And when the plates arrive, you'll soon be convinced by the beauty and goodness of the place.

Next to the island's pier, a villa with blue shutters, with a terrace where wisteria blooms. The Ruffoni family associates its name with fishing and is one of the few to continue the activity on the shores of Lake Maggiore. From the lake to the plate, that's the motto here. Its cuisine consists almost entirely of freshwater fish. Sophisticated dishes, spreads, marinades, carpaccio of sea trout or fried fish, risotto with perch fillets, fresh pasta with red mullet from the lake, an assortment of grilled fish with Piedmontese sauce...

On the small island of Virginia, only one restaurant awaits you. Picturesque and romantic, it is the ideal place for a romantic dinner or for a lake lunch during an excursion to Lake Varese. Don't forget that reservation is essential. At the stove, the chef Luigi Lanzani takes the orders and serves a varied cuisine, mainly based on fresh fish from the lake. You can also discover original dishes such as polenta with vanilla, risotto with perch and sage or even speck with apricot... A real treat!

A bakery-pastry-food shop, De Rossi is an institution in Verona. Here you can simply have a slice of focaccia or pizza for a few euros to eat in the sunny Piazza delle Erbe, which is only a few steps away. If you are rather sweet, try the local speciality, the rice flour petits fours, but also the baci di Giulietta e Romeo, biscuits filled with chocolate cream. The inevitable Pandoro di Verona is always the best selling product at Christmas. Also on sale: wine, olive oil, pasta, preserves...

Nestled in a quiet street 500 meters from Piazza Arena, this traditional bistro has long been a favorite among regulars who appreciate both the food and the setting. The walls are decorated with old paintings and photos of Verona's former soccer and rugby teams; the menu includes fresh local products: bigoli with duck sauce, trout tartar with grilled vegetables, beef fillet with gorgonzola or Amarone liqueur, and grilled perch fillet with Soave wine. The wine list honors the wines of Valpolicella.

If you want to discover the typical Veneto cuisine and enjoy hearty dishes made only with fresh and local seasonal products, you have come to the right place! From the very first bite, you know you're dealing with professionals. We recommend the fiori di zucchina con taleggio e burrata (zucchini flowers filled with cheese) and the pasta, all made on the spot: gnocchetti, tortellini and pappardelle. In summer, dine on the terrace, it is quiet and pleasant. A very good address!

It's very small but ultra warm! We love this friendly osteria with its rustic decoration and authentic family cooking. The owner supervises the room and places the guests in a benevolent manner before serving them good, nourishing and tasty dishes, typical of the Veneto region. A generous kitchen that seasoned its gorgonzola gnocchi, polenta stew and mascarpone cream tiramisu abundantly. A good address, appreciated by locals and tourists alike. Nice selection of wines and cheeses.

One of Verona's most famous restaurants. Located in a palace of the eighteenth century, he draws his name from the 12 merchants (and not apostles) who in 1750 used to be here to speak business before a dish of pasta e fagioli (pasta pasta) and a glass of Valpolicella. The same recipes are repeated today, of course more sought-after and refined. Since 1968, the literary prize of the same name has been awarded to the best writer every year. A gourmet address for well-filled portfolios.

A small café-restaurant located in Piazza del Duomo, where it is good to stop between visits. Its great added value is, without hesitation, a charming inner courtyard with a very pleasant shaded terrace. Around a small fountain, sparrows come to chirp, while you enjoy a good cappuccino with a brioche or a lunch on the go. Sandwiches, pasta and large salads are on the menu. The regulars come here to sip a little black cheese seized at the counter, and then meet there in the evening for a spritz.

This excellent restaurant facing the lake in the charming village of Lesa is famous for its fish specialties. This address, which is a favourite haunt of Lake Maggiore residents, is far from the tourist attractions of the area. Raw fish, fish risotto, with almonds and dried figs: the cuisine is refined and made with fresh, top-quality products. Don't hesitate to ask the boss for advice and he will be able to give you ideas for specialities and wine. The place is often crowded in the evening, so it's best to book in advance. Good value for money.

The perfect place for an ice cream; by the way, the tail is always long to remove its cone. Among the most delicious flavors, Nutella, forest fruits and even limoncello! You can choose from the long list of flavors, but rest assured, all flavors are delicious. The prices are very correct, which makes it a place with an excellent quality-price ratio! And on top of that, the staff is very nice, with some employees who speak French. Once you've chosen your ice cream, all you have to do is sit by the lake and enjoy!

Here is a charming little bistro where you will meet connoisseurs rather than tourists. We go down a few steps to reach the vaulted room; on the walls, copper pots and pans and photos of the lake at the beginning of the century. But the real soul of the Vicolo is indeed her: Lilli. When she's not at the stove, she turns between the tables to chat with the customers and ask if the fish is well grilled, or if the local wine is to your taste. Characteristic and friendly, an address from which one rarely leaves disappointed

Looking for a special restaurant for a romantic dinner or an exclusive culinary experience? Villa Sostaga is the place for you! Just 10 minutes from Gargnano, it overlooks the lake and offers a surprising view of the surrounding area... A top-class restaurant with meticulous presentation and creative cuisine: local recipes enriched by the chef's many inventions. A warm setting where elegance and comfort prevail. A word of advice: reserve a table in the winter garden overlooking the lake!

It is a rustic restaurant with family management, very friendly, in the middle of olive trees. Here you can taste the typical dishes of the region such as polenta cuncia (polenta cooked with butter and cheese with different flavours depending on the place), and fried fish. The result is excellent, the dishes are unanimous thanks to the talent of the chefs. The atmosphere is warm and relaxed, the welcome is always very good, the staff takes care of everything... Reservation is highly recommended in the evening, at weekends and in high season.

One of the most renowned restaurants in the region, with its regional cuisine specialising in lake fish. Ideally located, this atmospheric restaurant is nestled in an 18th century cave with a beautiful terrace and garden overlooking the lake. In the kitchen, the chef Andrea Cremonesi blends flavours to perfection to send plates that are as beautiful as they are good. It's a delight from starter to dessert, with fish and meat choices that can be adapted for vegetarians. Beautiful wine list that completes the picture.

It's probably the most famous restaurant on the east bank of the Garda. It offers typical dishes in an elegant, refined and Michelin-starred atmosphere. Suggestions include various menus with flavours of the land or the sea, at very high prices of course, but this gastronomic cuisine is akin to culinary art! In the plate, privilege the gastronomic routes dedicated to fish (from the lake or the sea). Magnificent terrace with a view of the lake. A unique place, where it is good to treat oneself to the pleasure of luxury.

A restaurant overlooking the small square of the port, serving excellent cuisine based on fish from the lake. You can choose to sit in the pretty interior room with its vaulted ceiling or in the pleasant, shaded interior courtyard. On the plate, you will find fish, of course, but also spaghetti with clams, not to mention well-stuffed pizzas just waiting for a little bit of spicy oil. A warm and welcoming atmosphere from a charming owner who often thanks her customers with a small glass of digestif offered.

Two-star chef Antonino Cannavacciuolo, star of the kitchen, has opened a three-level café and bistro in the heart of Novara, on the site of a former theater. Interesting upscale culinary proposals, combining Neapolitan-inspired recipes (Cannavacciuolo hails from Vico Equense, near Sorrento) and northern flavors. Wine tasting is also available.

This small restaurant in Casteletto di Brenzone, a small, friendly and characteristic village of the lake, has become an institution of the place. Known to all, it has existed since the beginning of the last century, continuing its vocation from generation to generation. Located in front of the charming small tourist port with a few boats, it is easily spotted. This position is an asset that owners have been able to highlight thanks to their very beautiful veranda: a real pleasure to be patient between the dishes by tasting a delicious wine, another strong point, because the cellar is well-dressed. In short, an address to the local specialities where the freshness of the products and the quality of menus combine with the panorama and the sympathy of the reception to make it a very pleasant stopover.

A reference address in Sarnico since the 1960s. In the heart of the city, right next to the main square by the lake, this restaurant, a little bit romantic despite its somewhat pretentious atmosphere, offers a healthy, hearty cuisine based on local produce. Delicious, the risotti al dente well unctuous, the trout fillet or the piece of beef. The well-stocked wine list offers a wide choice of local wines, from Franciacorta to Val Camonica. To be chosen for a more important dinner.

It's worth taking a few steps out of the center of Stresa and pushing to this pizzeria near the train station. If the outside doesn't look like much, you won't leave disappointed after tasting the dishes offered, whether you opt for a pizza or a dish. First of all, the pizzas, cooked on a wood fire, are creamy and well filled, among the best on the lake. For the dishes, whether it is fish (octopus carpaccio, scampi, lavaret and others, from the lake or the sea), pasta or meat, everything is very tasty. Very good service too.

Stylish Osteria in the Brera district, which boasts the patronage of the writer whose name it bears. This restaurant offers a number of culinary surprises in the warm, friendly atmosphere of a chic brasserie. The famous risotto giallo (with saffron) and Milanese cutlet are exquisite, as are pasta with potatoes, porcini mushrooms and cheese, osso buco and truffle risotto. Flavors harmoniously blended and served with savoir-faire in a very Milanese setting, with a lovely terrace in season.

Tired of stringing together risottos and pizzas? Why not go discover Asian flavours at Le Bab? On the menu, Korean cuisine and Italian raw materials: a more than successful mix in this small establishment no bigger than a pocket handkerchief, where the line is always long at lunch. On the menu, a vast choice of soups, salads, noodles and kims (small seaweed rolls filled with rice). The choice is between eating your meal on the few places available or taking it all to go.

Tiny restaurant in the Navigli area, born from the passion of Tano Simonato. More than 40 labels oil available so that each dish is completed by the adequate condiment. Among the specialities: pigeon with foie gras, ravioli with the vegetable stew, crust ham rack of lamb.

This authentic restaurant offers excellent local cuisine. The homemade pasta is simply delicious! We especially enjoy seafood: antipasti, seafood, fresh fish dishes of the day... That day we had a bit of octopus as a starter, followed by tagliatelle with tuna and eggplant cream. Finally, we tried the succulent and traditional tiramisu... A very professional welcome in a refined atmosphere. We quickly realize that this is a very good address that delights the taste buds as well as the pupils

Through Stresa's maze of alleyways, this simple trattoria rediscovers the classics of Italian cuisine, served in a warm and friendly setting that smacks of Sunday lunch in the countryside. Ravioli with tomato sauce, prime rib and hash browns, fresh pasta, fried fish and chocolate moelleux are just some of the homemade dishes served in generous quantities by the pleasant staff. No fuss, no muss - perfect if you're looking for an authentic break!

Best known for its pizza, Il Pinzimonio offers a varied cuisine, ranging from the classics of Italian cuisine to more traditional recipes from the region. The premises are well furnished, welcoming and comfortable with a rather rustic decoration. Pizza is without a doubt its strong point, the secret is in its dough. There is something for everyone. And the best part: the pasta, which is also delicious, can be chosen gluten-free. On the alcoholic side, some wines are in the spotlight as well as a nice choice of champagnes.

It is one of the good tables of Como, located along a discreet street in the city centre, on the back of the Duomo, not far from the lake shore. On the menu is delicious local cuisine, served in a large vaulted room with exposed bricks on the ground floor or in the first floor room with its imposing fireplace. Pleasant small terrace open in the summer. Among the great classics are gnocchi, risotti, Milanese chops, entrecote, filets, carpacci, beef tartar and marrow bone(osso buco)

This restaurant, one star in the Michelin guide, offers delicious and unforgettable molecular cuisine: why not try the long-cooked veal at very low temperature, frozen ice cream with liquid nitrogen? The gastronomic menu is exceptional, a faultless treat for the eyes and taste buds of anyone who can afford it. The Mistral restaurant is also an incomparable setting on Lake Como with sometimes Hollywood stars among the customers. George Clooney's house is not far away! "What else? »

Don't be fooled by its baretto (little bar) name; in reality it's a restaurant where you can dine in style, but get away with a €25 lunch. And what a meal it is! Baretto's location has earned it a prominent place among Bergamo's favorite restaurants. The terrace is superb, offering a bird's-eye view of the Lower Town as you sample local specialties such as casoncelli with butter and sage and delicious desserts. Wine list with over 250 labels.

Gastronomic stage for fine palate with this star restaurant held by the Cerea family for 40 years. Each dish is a work of art, accompanied by great wines.

A pizzeria with a large column hall in the old Milan style serving good pizzas and some fresh fish dishes. Good and cheap solution for a meal with children or simply to eat well without a head, during a walk along the Navigli.

Refined, romantic restaurant a few steps from the Rocca di Sirmione. The view over the lake, the immaculate white tablecloths, the silverware and the small appetizers all contribute to the magic of the place. A sophisticated, creative cuisine offers traditional recipes where oil from the shores of Lake Garda is king, as are fresh fish and vegetables. There's a vegetarian menu to suit all diets - and you'll love the black truffle and parmesan soufflé with Franciacorta sauce... 1 Michelin star.

A unique location for the Hotel Milano restaurant in Belgirate, much appreciated by regulars. A beautiful glass-walled terrace overlooking the lake allows you to dine or lunch while contemplating the Borromean Islands. The cuisine is a veritable voyage through regional specialties served with talent and savoir-faire. The fillet of salmerino (freshwater fish) au gratin is one of the best in the region. In terms of specialties, don't hesitate to try the lake trout ravioli with an aromatic herb sauce, a real treat.

This former neighbourhood dairy had the brilliant idea of installing some cutlery in its tiny shop. Every lunchtime, we jostle each other in the two rooms with tiled walls, but for a good reason: the vegetarian dishes based on seasonal vegetables and dairy products are a real explosion of flavours. And while you're enjoying a dish of herb lasagne or grilled cheese, notice the prints and photos that evoke the Milan of yesteryear, when the city lived to the rhythm of its canals, the Navigli.

An adventure that began in 1991 when a young Claudio opened his sandwich kiosk in a quiet corner at the foot of Castello Sforzesco. Today, the kiosk has become an institution, and the list has grown from twenty panini to over 80, all named after political figures. Among the most popular are the Cirinnà with roast pork, the Berlusconi with cured ham, cheese and cocktail sauce, and the Romano Prodi with mortadella. Milan is definitely the city of the sandwich!

In a quiet alleyway in Stresa, here is a small bistro with contemporary lines whose very good cuisine has been winning the loyalty of a local clientele for several years. On the plate, the high quality raw materials blend harmoniously together for a result that gives, among other examples, an excellent knife cut beef tartar, cheese gnocchi, seafood linguine or lamb chops with small vegetables... Wine list, served by the glass, to match the food.

This restaurant holds one of the best positions in Bellagio. It is characterized by its charm and the reputation of its cuisine, which is well known in the region, one of the reasons why it is one of the few addresses open all year round. A real pleasure to savor the chef's various specialties... romance guaranteed! The menu offers variety in its dishes and a culinary approach to different regional recipes without abandoning the classics of Italian cuisine. The restaurant offers some rooms on the upper floors.

The restaurant is located in a charming stone house, on a picturesque square in the historic center of Bardolino. We appreciate the little more of the place, namely the courtyard (the corte) surrounded by olive trees, giving the illusion that time seems to have stopped in ancient… On the map side, do not miss the specialties of the fish house. The addition will certainly be more salty than the other restaurants in Bardolino, but impeccable service and excellent quality cuisine are enough arguments to test this address!

Housed in a 17th century palace, this restaurant offers typical lake cuisine and also high quality regional specialities from Trentino. You can eat on the terrace or in a cosy room. The service is elegant and the atmosphere warm. A hedonistic address where every plate is worked. While the visual appeal is seductive, the tastes and flavours blend perfectly, making this restaurant one of our favourites in the area. As for the staff, available and smiling, they will be at your disposal to advise you on dishes and wines.

In the courtyard of the elegant Palazzo Bagatti Valsecchi, between Via Santo Spirito and Via Gesù, tucked between fashion boutiques and jewelers, this delicatessen offers Italian cuisine prepared with the finest products, all on sale inside. A chic, casual bar, where you can enjoy breakfast, a coffee break or an aperitif, also awaits customers.

A place to the map rich with good pizzas in a friendly atmosphere. The Fratelli La Bufala is named after the top quality mozarella they use for some of their pizzas. Delicious!

Located on the edge of the Navigli, this restaurant welcomes you in a quiet and romantic atmosphere. The traditional cuisine is served with traditional dishes, such as the famous carbonara à or the della chocolate foam. A wide choice of Italian wines and a wide variety of breads for this establishment with warm welcome and design.

A historic two-star address, thanks to the Moroni family's passion for sourcing ingredients and developing recipes. Aimo and Nadia, having built up an empire, are no longer at the stove themselves, but two new toques continue the tradition, offering Italian dishes in modern fashion. The inventiveness of the dishes (such as the chestnut, almond and truffle tart with Jerusalem artichokes and egg yolk cream) is of the highest quality. The elegant, sober dining room is decorated with contemporary works of art.

Not far from the Stazione Centrale, in Isola's district, a Milanese osteria where local artists take place. You may find it difficult to understand them because they speak only in the dialect of the Milanese dialect, but fortunately, within the owners'couple who provide the service, Mrs French speaks. The atmosphere is simple, but the dishes are fine. It is a place where you can enjoy specialities from Milanese and Lombardia (risotto giallo con gli, cassoeula, bruschette, minestrone, trippa alla milanese, etc.), all with regional wines. The location is small, but a lovely terrace in the garden is set up for up to 50 people.

Traditional Milanese cuisine in this trattoria on the Navigli. The main asset of this restaurant is the atmosphere… very, very lively and cheerful. Every evening you can witness a small concert of meneghina music and breathe the mocking and lewd atmosphere of the former Milanese breweries.

Its situation is ideal because it is right behind the Duomo. A gourmet restaurant, very chic, very class (large white tablecloths, chandeliers, classical music, servers on their 31). An original card with a wide choice of home made fresh pasta (like bread), atypical dishes like the famous pepper crust or more typical, such as the Milanese taste menu. A good wine cellar. Il Rosa therefore offers you a perfect meal, framework and service. Very good value for money!

In a refined setting, restaurant Il Calvi wants to allow the gourmet to taste innovative cuisine but whose essence remains classical. The wine list which presents a very good selection of Italian wines complements a blank array of defects.

Recently opened, a restaurant on the Navigli that immediately enjoyed a great success among Milan intellectuals and young romantic couples. As its name indicates, it is a place where to talk calmly. The kitchen is a mixture of regional Italian and international dishes. Booking recommended.