The best restaurants Lacs italiens

Somewhere between Juliet's House and Piazza delle Erbe, nestled under large square umbrellas, you will appreciate the old-fashioned charm of this simple and authentic looking café-restaurant. At any time of the day, you can enjoy a quiet moment on the terrace. Whether you order an iced tea or a glass of white wine, a club sandwich, a plate of pasta, lasagna or pizza, the staff will be happy to serve you quickly while leaving you time to enjoy. An efficient address, with a good quality-price ratio.

In this neighborhood bar, one never tires of watching the great Enzio prepare the aperitifs, with care and discretion, the tea towel screwed on the shoulder. It is necessary to say that the owner puts some effort in order to welcome the best, to make turn the ice cubes and to serve the glasses of prosecco or spritz as fresh as possible. Don't hesitate to order a small home-made dish, on the spot or to take away. We particularly recommend the bruschette. As for the atmosphere, it's very natural. The regulars will quickly share their conversations with you.

Whether it's pizzas, salads, lasagna or pasta, most of the dishes in this cafeteria are available at very low prices. An advantage that is all the more appreciable as the shop is very central. It is located in the heart of Verona, in a quiet street parallel to the very commercial Via Mazzini. The interior of the restaurant has a half-floor, a nice brightness and a rather sober and modern decoration. On the terrace, the tables are set with more care, with red tablecloths and yellow placemats.

In this square rich in history, you will suddenly be attracted by popular Italian melodies. Then, almost with your eyes closed, enter this elegant trattoria, which is both friendly and cleverly redesigned. Classic and tasty dishes await you at lunch and dinner time. Choose from spaghetti with clams, pasticcio of lasagna, caprese salad, or a delicious fillet of beef served with truffles from the mountains of Lessinia. Let yourself be convinced by the surprising Giulietta pizza!

In the barchesse of the Villa Cordevigo Wine Relais, the Oseleta restaurant is considered a Michelin-starred temple of Italian cuisine. Marco Marras and his brigade offer a true sensory voyage in an exclusive country-chic atmosphere. This Michelin-starred chef celebrates the region's local produce through an artist's cuisine in perfect harmony between tradition and innovation. The restaurant's menu offers a sophisticated fusion of flavors, combining the fragrance of Sardinia with Venetian tradition.

A nod to French cuisine for this restaurant specializing mainly in oysters and seafood, in the historic center just a stone's throw from the arena. A few tables in a warm, refined atmosphere to discover the various specialties of the house: seafood and oyster platters, oyster and champagne risotto, tagliatella di campofilone con granchio. A culinary savoir-faire that lives up to expectations, a perfectly successful marriage of French and Italian cuisine. A wine list to match.

Tucked away in a small courtyard, La Trattoria won us over with its simple elegance, delicate cuisine and intimate atmosphere. Decorated with candles, flowers and bottles, the setting is exquisite both inside and on the outdoor terrace. Chef Simone and his team prepare delicious Italian cuisine filled with finesse. Everything is homemade, from the bread to the pasta. A seasonal menu offers original specialties. A warm welcome for a charming address.

Just under 10 minutes by car from the heights of Locarno, here's a little grotto just the way we like it. The setting is both rustic and elegant, the terrace with its pergola and climbing vine is charming, and the interior with its wooden tables, stone walls and imposing fireplace is warm and welcoming. On the plate, Ornella and Kurt concoct local cuisine with a touch of innovation, delicately presented and simply delicious. Favourite dishes: competition osso bucco, tortelloni with truffle sauce... An address to remember!

Not to be missed! This grotto a few kilometers from Ascona (just over 5 minutes by car) is well worth a visit. In a rustic setting with wooden tables and stone walls, you can enjoy authentic Ticino cuisine: cold cuts, local cheeses and sausages, polenta cooked over an open fire (a must try!), vitello tonnato and meats (rabbit served every Sunday). Everything is tasty and smells of generous family cooking. Curious diners will appreciate the dialect menu, and the French-speaking staff are as friendly as can be.

Tucked away in a typical alleyway leading down from the cathedral, Osteria Trani is a little gem! The team offers refined Mediterranean cuisine and an impressive wine list (over 350!) in a cosy setting under a stone vault, or outside in fine weather. Whether you opt for tartar, pasta, meat or fish, you won't be disappointed. The hardest thing is to keep a place for the desserts, which are to die for... Friendly, efficient and attentive service. A good address.

For over twenty-five years, this bistro with a southern accent has been serving fresh, seasonal, family-style cuisine that's sure to please! The small menu - just a few dishes displayed on a slate - is explained by waiters dressed in black and white, who are both courteous and relaxed. Il vino takes pride of place here, glorified by the impressive magnums decorating the walls. Whether inside or on the terrace, you're sure to have a great time. A special treat: appetizers (cheese, bruschetta...) served as soon as you arrive.

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.

One of Lugano's trendy establishments, Mauri Concept is an eye-catching concept store: designer boutique, beauty salon and café-restaurant all in one. Under beautiful arcades surrounded by plants outdoors, or indoors in a designer decor, it's a good choice for a breakfast surrounded by businessmen gulping down their coffee. The pastries, both French and Italian, the wide range of teas and the quality snacks (salads, tartars, bagels and a weekly menu) are well worth the detour.

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!

The Vetta restaurant, perched atop Monte San Salvatore, boasts an open-air terrace and panoramic veranda. The scenery is spectacular. You can even see Milan in the distance. You can dine on tasty, seasonal, Mediterranean-inspired dishes. Service is friendly despite the crowds. Ideal for a break, an aperitif or a local dish, with the added bonus of an enchanting panorama of the Lugano skyline.

A well-known lakeside address, located in an old mansion on the banks of the Erno River, where, in fine weather, the terrace lets you enjoy the natural charm of the place. A culinary history based on tradition, with a few innovations for well-balanced, well-presented dishes. The dining room reflects this heritage, with its stone walls and characteristic furnishings; a warm, friendly atmosphere. Pasta and bread are homemade, and the menu follows the rhythm of the seasons to guarantee freshness and quality.