The best restaurants Lacs italiens

A neighborhood pizzeria in a no-fuss setting, with friendly, smiling service and genuine Italian cuisine. Far from the pizzerias for tourists, this establishment, which will celebrate its fortieth anniversary in 2024, serves pizzas with taste as we like them and at fair prices. For gourmets, this establishment is also a good address for ice cream... a treat all the way! The only snag is that the staff don't speak French, but as the language of pizza is universal, we always manage to make ourselves understood.

In this family-run restaurant run by the Iacomini brothers, you can sample typical Italian dishes and specialties from Ticino. Everything is delicious and traditionally prepared. Tasty, robust cuisine, like the braised beef with merlot and parmesan risotto, a delight. The setting is superb, from the magnificently tranquil garden and terrace in summer to the dining room and fireplace in winter. We appreciate the conviviality of this place and the friendly staff.

A gastronomic address in the city centre orchestrated with brilliance and generosity by the chef and owner Lorenzo Albrici. Inside, a cosy and elegant atmosphere and decoration. Elegance that can also be found in the plates with a cuisine based on good products from Ticino presented with sophistication. This house is the open door to a lot of fun and a memorable stopover. It is beautiful and good. The plus: for vegetarians, the chef adapts and will suggest dishes based on seasonal products.

A molto Italian-style welcome for this well-known local pizzeria. Many locals come to enjoy the dish of the day on the shady terrace in summer. The menu is tempting and very complete, with pizzas and pastas taking pride of place. The risottos are well worth discovering, and we invite you to try the famous risotto al merlot del Ticino, which emanates local flavors. But you can also come to Il Piazza for breakfast with a newspaper, coffee and pastries. The perfect way to start the day.

On the edge of Scherrer Park. One could choose to come to Morcote only for this address, as the cuisine and the welcome are so extraordinary. In the summer, you can relax on the terrace overlooking the lake, surrounded by fruit trees. In autumn, we take refuge by the fire in a cosy atmosphere. There is a menu, but the best is to rely on the suggestions of the Chef, a lover of good products, who proposes different seasonal recipes every week. The desserts are divine! Excellent wines too.

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.

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? »

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.

Located on the edge of the lake and very frequented by the locals, this delicious restaurant will charm you with its mountain and lake dishes. A place to test.

This is the only restaurant on the island of San Giulio, and it sometimes relies a little too heavily on its enviable position and monopoly. Nevertheless, it remains an address that serves honest cuisine, highlighting traditional recipes in a simple manner. There is sometimes a bit of a wait, as you won't be the only one eager to enjoy the setting... But of course, the breathtaking view of the lake from the shaded terrace is worth a meal in itself.

A little set back from the lakeside and its tourist traps, it is said that Le Boeuc has been serving drinks to the local bon vivants since the 17th century. And the atmosphere hasn't changed much since then: at the same time cellar, wine bar and bistro, it's in the small room with exposed stones and beams that you'll be served copious plates of cheese, cold meats, bruschettas as well as nourishing soups. And all you have to do is choose one of the many bottles in the cellar. Perfect for an aperitif or a different meal.

A pizzeria decorated in the oriental, with green plants and beautiful colours. A nice young place.

Despite its good reputation, this enticing à la carte restaurant was a real disappointment, both for its minestrone soup and its tasteless risotto. Too bad.

Situated on the shores of Lake Como, in a quiet area on this small lake island, this restaurant is a little bit special.... At La Locanda, only one menu is served, the same one since 1947, the opening date of the restaurant. A change of scenery is guaranteed. The menu includes wine, service and all taxes. It starts with a tomato salad and various raw vegetables accompanied by a glass of wine. Then, grilled salmon and chicken before cheese and dessert: fruit and cream. Not to be missed.

This restaurant is located in a th century house with a magnificent panoramic terrace. The kitchen is typical of the lake with fish dishes. An excellent restaurant.

The restaurant is close to the historic centre. You can settle in one of its three magnificent rooms with exposed stones. The cuisine is Mediterranean and creative. A Michelin star, you're warned!

Perched on the hill, this recently opened restaurant is not lacking in assets. The view of Brescia is breathtaking, and the food is delicious, with a platter of cold cuts and cheeses to whet your appetite before continuing with grilled meats from the region.

Young and friendly address, just a few steps away from Piazza Vecchia in the Upper Town. This small temple of beer, which stretches widely on the pavement in Piazza Mascheroni in the summer, is always full of happy drinkers who come to relax after a day's work. An accomplished pub that serves only homemade beers, the Osteria della Birra also does well in terms of catering with tasty paninis, boards of cold meats and cheese and abundant pasta dishes

Almost in front of the landing stage of Isola dei Pescatori, a beautiful address with a sheltered terrace where you can taste the specialities of the lake, prepared with a touch of contemporary inspiration and finesse. Please note: in the evening, on request, there is a free shuttle boat service from Stresa and Baveno. Particularly recommended: fish antipasto and fish of the day (pescato del giorno). A menu of fish and local products, therefore, and accompanied by a beautiful choice of Italian wines!

Located in the house of Romeo and just steps from the Arche Arche, this osteria offers a good quality kitchen and canteen at competitive prices in Verona. The map is typically season (bigoli to donkey or duck ragù, horse braciole, pasta e fasoi, caval pastissada). The atmosphere is all the more relaxed as space is reduced and tables are shared with other customers.

Not far from the Casa di Giulietta, this typical osteria offers fish dishes like the spaghetti went busara, which we found delicious. The wines are all regional production.

The offer of this bottega near Via Mazzini is overflowing with typical Gladiators dishes: antipasto con gorgonzola, lardo, salumi e polenta; the risotto all'Amarone; lasagnette IOC coi; bigolis in duck sauce, caval pastissada; bollito con la pearà; fasoi imbogonai; The brasato all'Amarone… We could continue the list but we don't want to spoil you to discover the map of this restaurant that has existed in Verona since 1890. And the atmosphere is really very nice, the good helping wine… Because the wine list is not in rest. 1 500 Italian wine labels and the region. Possibility of buying bottles to take.

Located in the centre of the city, the hotel has two stylish rooms and Liberty furnishings. The dishes are mainly based on fish: salad for mussels and black truffle, saint aux, bream, courgettes, bar, and vraies shells.

In this xve century palace of Verona's historic center, there is an elegant ambience, refinement of decoration to the quality of the dishes. The chef, Elia Rizzo, offers a sought after kitchen where the most sophisticated ingredients marry with the simplest and most tasty ingredients.

In a rustic and elegant atmosphere, you will enjoy refined cuisine in the gastronomic restaurant on the first floor, famous for its fish dishes (many choices), shellfish and grilled meats. If the prices are high enough, the cuisine is really excellent. For smaller budgets, good news, on the ground floor, the trattoria-pizzeria is more affordable. Also on the spot, two charming vintage rooms with a nicely arranged decoration of antique objects. On the reception side, the service is as good as the kitchen.

Paolo offers seasonal regional cuisine based on his Ticinese grandmother's recipes, with a personal touch. Everything is simple and delicious, from polenta with ossobuco to venison with a bouquet of chestnuts, spätzle, pears and red cabbage. Delicious local cheeses. Prices are unbeatable and portions generous. This is local cuisine that warms the heart with its tastes and flavors. A good moment to share after visiting the nearby church of San Lorenzo.

Good Mediterranean-inspired cuisine and Ticino wines served on long stone tables and under a beautiful arbour, overlooking the rooftops of Bellinzona. When the weather's bad, you can take refuge in the vaulted dining room, which isn't quite as welcoming. You'll appreciate the diversity of the menu: on the land side with pork ravioli with mushrooms, on the sea side with octopus, the catch of the day... Dishes and a vegan à la carte menu for those who wish. Finish with a selection of cheeses and/or dessert, accompanied by a fine wine list.

Giardino is a good restaurant slightly hidden at the foot of the Castelgrande castle. Although neat, the interior room lacks charm, but in summer the terrace at the back is a real delight. Surrounded by a few palm trees and vines, you can enjoy homemade ravioli with Jerusalem artichoke cream, a lacquered duck with chestnut honey or a fillet of beef with black truffle cream... For small budgets, pizzas are also excellent. Service is pleasant but a little slow. Nice Ticino wine list.

Always crowded, the Bologna has long attracted a local clientele that goes there for traditional Bolognese dishes in a beautiful setting. It's not a local restaurant, but the ingredients are tasty, the portions are plentiful and it's one of the only places in the center of Varese where you can eat well and for a reasonable price. As far as accommodation is concerned, it is a little more impersonal. However, the hotel's rooms can be used for one or two nights.

Don't be discouraged by the rustic appearance of Piedigrotta. In spite of appearances, here we eat the best pizza in town. The Neapolitan managers brought their recipes and ingredients to this alley in the centre of Varese. The buffalo mozzarella is well melted and the dough is tender and crunchy as it should be. Moreover, the presentation is original, with each pizza accompanied by a small glass of sauce placed in the middle. The youth of Varese, fond of "good and cheap" addresses, has made it one of its favourite haunts

5 km southwest of Varese, here is an address that should not be missed if you have a vehicle. Not far from the lake, this beautiful 1928 th century building has been in operation since, when Annetta (the grandmother) served local cuisine for passers-by. Since then, the service, the frame and the table have been refined thanks to the good care of the family, without losing the taste of authentic flavours. A romantic and charming setting to taste regional specialities, meticulously revisited.

The restaurant, based on the site of a former monastery, high up on a hill, enjoys a beautiful panorama. A charming and suggestive place. A large terrace overlooking the swimming pool allows you to enjoy the view and the tranquillity of the countryside. The menu offers a wide choice of dishes, from international cuisine to regional recipes from the lake. A cuisine of quality, based on local products such as the excellent olive oil produced by the owner and his family, one of the pluses of the place!

In the heart of the Gulf Borromeo it is a typical, comfortable restaurant with family kitchen and excellent pizzas. You can enjoy breakfast in the garden while admiring the lake.

On a charming little square near the jetties, this restaurant is a good address. The very flowery entrance, the interior decoration and the bottles of wine on their shelves, the large wooden tables and the cork vine leaves make it a design address, but very casual. There is a choice of 4 to 5 dishes of pasta of the day, or delicious typical dishes. In short, a very good canteen with a very good atmosphere. In the adjoining cellar, you will find magnums of Alba and Monferrato wine, to be tasted on the terrace.

A pizzeria with terrace and convenient prices. There are good pizzas, but also fish from the lake.

Only a hundred metres from the lake shore, in a small street like Ascona has the secret, here is a very special place. Here you can enjoy a unique menu of local cuisine at the same price for everyone. For example: for the starter, mixed salad as well as salami and mortadella served on a wooden board, then for the main course, veal with mushroom sauce and polenta, followed by cheese. The setting is pleasant and the welcome warm. The garden is particularly charming. A table d'hôtes like no other.

A restaurant of Italian Cuisine, with fish specialities from the lake. In the intimate decor of a typical house typical of the region, for a quiet meal.

Once a canteen and meeting place for fishermen, it is the best known restaurant of the lake, specialising in fish, especially lavarello. Available rooms.

The place to go for an excellent panino, unique for the freshness and quality of the artisanal products used. To sit down at this address is to discover Italy through a culinary journey of all its regional specialities, each with its own panino. Many other dishes are on offer, from charcuterie to cheese, the excellence of gastronomy, accompanied by its wine and beer. The aromas of a country in one place...: a well-conceived idea for success. A store to discover, with a pleasant terrace on the pedestrian street.

While working at the Villa Negri in Riva del Garda and aged just 28, chef Peter Brunel was awarded a Michelin star. His restaurant, located in a secluded building in the heart of the countryside north of the lake, is a luminous showcase designed in collaboration with architects and decorated with contemporary art. Once you've made yourself at home in the lounge, take a seat in the dining room or in the garden, and then the show begins: shapes and colors, combinations of flavors and textures, revisited traditions, high-flying products and attentive service!

Martina and Alessandro, the owners, have passed on their shared passion for cooking in their restaurant. A refined, well-organized, comfortable and elegant place that invites you to come in and discover the menu. A well-balanced cuisine, open to novelties, offering dishes that come from tradition but with a pinch of innovation to make them sensitive to particular flavors. Our culinary expertise is constantly evolving, based above all on inspiration and passion. An address to discover in the center of Stresa!

Cosy restaurant in the historic center where the owner conveys passion and emotion in his recipes. The decor is meticulous in every detail, and the furnishings offer relaxation and comfort for this culinary experience. This attention to detail is also evident in the presentation of the dishes, which are elegantly presented in a play of colors that can be appreciated in the same way as the intensity of their aromas. Personalized cuisine inspired by regional tradition, with a touch of innovation. In fine weather, the terrace is the place to be.

This small restaurant, a stone's throw from the cathedral, is a specialist in cicchetti, a Venetian specialty, snacks made with the chosen ingredients (meat, fish, vegetables). The menu, on the other hand, is inspired by Emilia-Romagna and changes regularly according to the seasons. Excellent dishes are offered. A few tables, a good welcome and an excellent cuisine make it a well-known and well-frequented address. Another specialty of the house is its collection of gins, which attracts many people for an aperitif, among others.

It's a twenty-minute drive from Como to discover this unique address in Lomazzo. And the journey is well worth it. Recently opened by a team of young cooks working under the guidance of promising chef Davide Marzullo, this hip cantina with its industrial setting and wide-open kitchen is a fresh, contemporary interpretation of the trattoria. From A to Z, it's a feast for the eyes and the taste buds! Audacity - even provocative - and innovation are the key words. Don't forget to take a look at the toilets. A star well deserved!

A Michelin-starred restaurant of the very highest quality, set in the heart of greenery between the lake and the Sheraton Hotel. The place itself is breathtaking: no sooner do you enter this old mansion with its contemporary, even conceptual decor, than you feel transported. The service is highly professional, and the gastronomic proposals are astonishingly precise in their assembly as they are in their combinations of flavors and textures. A refined fusion of Italian tradition and new world cuisine.

A family affair dating back to 1912, it owes its renown to the house recipes passed on to new generations and still written on the locanda menu. The locanda is located just a stone's throw from the lakeshore, in an old mansion that has retained its charm of yesteryear. In front of the entrance, under old lime trees, a pretty terrace with a few tables to enjoy the fine weather. It's the ideal setting for discovering La Casa' s fish and meat specialties. All food is exclusively local and regional!

A family affair since 1912, it owes its renown to the house recipes handed down to new generations and still written on the locanda menu. The locanda is located just a stone's throw from the lakeshore, in an old mansion that has retained its charm of yesteryear. In front of the entrance, under old lime trees, a pretty terrace with a few tables to enjoy the fine weather. It's the ideal setting for discovering La Casa's fish and meat specialties. All food is exclusively local and regional!

This well-known lakeside restaurant offers traditional cuisine. A menu well representative of local recipes, where lake fish and fresh local produce are the essential elements. The chef's culinary expertise combined with his personal touch are the keys to the restaurant's reputation. Don't miss the homemade pasta and the delicious riso con il persico. Well-matched wine list. In fine weather, enjoy the view of the lake from the terrace in the shade of an imposing plane tree. Warm, tastefully decorated interior.

Situated on one of the lake's most popular and frequented shores, Fam is the meeting place by definition, in a well-kept natural setting with a modern, minimalist design that blends harmoniously with its surroundings. From morning to night, the services on offer are numerous: beach club, American bar and restaurant. Elegance and attention to detail make this one of our most popular addresses. A cuisine of character, well-balanced between tradition and innovation, with excellent charcoal-grilled meat. Don't miss the sunset aperitifs.

Looking for a special address? Come and discover Brett's authentic cuisine! The basis of its success is the quality of its products: a careful and varied selection. The entrance is reminiscent of a grocery store, with a well-stocked counter of local food products and takeaways. Next to it are the restaurant tables. An original solution where the friendly welcome of the staff contributes to the conviviality of the place. In short, traditional dishes rich in aromas and flavors, at the right price! A real treat!