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Villa Crespi

★★★ MichelinTre Forchette€€€€Creative, Mediterranean Cuisine

A short walk from the fairytale village and its postcard-perfect view of the lake and the island of San Giulio, the setting of this three-star restaurant is no less dazzling: a late nineteenth-century villa in Moorish style, an aristocratic dwelling where the Crespi family life unfolded, as imposing in its exterior appearance as it is fascinating in its interior rooms. Here the veranda offers glimpses and plays of natural light, while the other three rooms are embellished with elaborate ceilings and marvelous parquet floors. Today the star of the villa is Antonino Cannavacciuolo, a brilliant c

Enrico Bartolini al Mudec

★★★ MichelinTre Forchette€€€€Creative

In his Milanese restaurant, the headquarters of the Bartolini international galaxy, the great chef – far from taking a break – continues to craft new dishes alongside resident chef Davide Boglioli, always focusing on fullness and intensity of flavors. There's nothing overly cerebral, though you can delve into the layers, references, and echoes if you wish. Or simply enjoy the perfect balance of the results. There are two tasting options: "Best Of" and "Mudec Experience," but dishes can also be selected à la carte. During our last visit, we were particularly struck by the creaminess and harmony

Ecco

★★ Michelin€€€€Creative, Seasonal Cuisine

In the refined gourmet restaurant of the “Giardino” hotel, Reto Brändli has taken the helm of the kitchen, succeeding Rolf Fliegauf. With a culinary style that is essential yet sophisticated, technically flawless and rich in nuance, he successfully continues the restaurant’s tradition. The excellence of the ingredients is evident in dishes such as South African lobster served with mango, coconut, and kaffir lime. The service, impeccable in expertise, courtesy, and elegance, helps make the experience truly memorable. All of this is framed by a sophisticated setting, enhanced by a wall decorated

La Brezza

★★ Michelin€€€€mediterranean

Chef Campanella offers highly personalized cuisine, with a keen focus on the simplicity of raw ingredients and on pairings – an approach shaped by his countless travels around the world and enriched with an indispensable Mediterranean touch from his Italian heritage. The two menus remain unchanged and are executed with masterful perfection: Moving Mountains (vegan) and Ispirazione (with fish and meat). Guests can choose from five to eight courses. The wine list is sure to meet the expectations of the most discerning connoisseurs, who can also engage with the knowledgeable sommelier. In the war

D'O

★★ MichelinTre Forchette€€€€Creative, Italian Contemporary

On a charming piazza presided over by an elm tree and a seventeenth-century church, tables in two of the three dining rooms overlook the scene, while the contemporary elegance of D’O unfolds inside. Chef Davide Oldani, now a defining figure of Italian cuisine, crafts dishes that distill twenty years of work and formative experiences, including memorable stints with Marchesi and Ducasse. Creative ideas rooted in Italian taste, impeccable technique, and presentations that are both essential and playfully pop: as exemplified by the Cuttlefish in its ink with pickled porcini and dill. Among the ta

Andrea Aprea

★★ Michelin€€€€Italian Contemporary, Creative

Located on the top floor, with lift, of the Luigi Rovati Foundation, in a magnificent historic building renovated according to certified sustainability criteria and which also houses a very refined Art Museum, chef patron Andrea Aprea crowns the dream of a restaurant of his own: a space of great scenic impact, totally projected towards the open kitchen, with the walls of the central room covered in bucchero (the characteristic black ceramic used by the Etruscans to make their vases). It is here that you can admire the chef and his brigade intent on preparing the dishes of the three tasting men

Seta by Antonio Guida

★★ MichelinTre Forchette€€€€International, Contemporary

Within the Mandarin Oriental, a symbol of Milanese luxury hospitality, Antonio Guida’s kitchen elegantly interprets the city’s cosmopolitan taste. Three tasting menus are offered: one dedicated to the chef’s classics, one to seasonality, and one to a single featured ingredient. In winter, dishes of great finesse come to the fore, from game to veal sweetbreads with cinnamon, through to a raspberry risotto, with desserts of a distinctly contemporary character. The wine list is of a high standard, available by the glass as well as by the bottle, and enhanced by magnums of notable vintages, alongs

Verso Capitaneo

★★ Michelin€€€€Creative, Mediterranean Cuisine

From the entrance on Piazza Duomo, you take a lift to this restaurant on the second floor where three long tables are arranged in front of the open-view kitchen so that guests can watch the chefs at work (there are also more traditional tables away from the kitchen if you prefer something more conventional). The Capitaneo brothers from Puglia are at the helm here, serving creative cuisine with the occasional influence from their native region, as well as dishes that also embrace the gastronomic traditions of their adopted city of Milan.

Villa Elena

★★ Michelin€€€€Creative, Contemporary

One must climb the steep, scenic Via San Vigilio, just steps from the beating heart of Città Alta, immersed in an exclusive hillside setting, to reach Villa Elena, one of the most majestic residences in the Bergamo hills. The garden terrace opens like a balcony suspended over the panorama, where on clear days lunch begins caressed by light and the fragrance of fresh air. Inside, amid stuccoes that resemble velvet, mirrors multiplying reflections, cool marbles, and frescoes that tell stories, the cuisine of Marco Galtarossa comes to life, the fruit of a creative dialog with Italy’s most decorat

THE VIEW

★ Michelin€€€€Italian Contemporary, Modern Cuisine

At this restaurant, Diego Della Schiava creates beautifully presented cuisine that is truly a feast for the eyes! This chef’s philosophy focuses on seasonal ingredients, which he transforms into Mediterranean and Swiss dishes with an equal emphasis on meat and fish, including highlights such as the delicious scallop tartare with sesame oil, nasturtiums and porcini mushroom puff. In fine weather, we recommend booking a table on the spacious terrace to enjoy its stunning views of Lugano and the lake.

I Due Sud

★ Michelin€€€€mediterranean

Situated within the beautiful Splendide Royal hotel (now approaching its 140th anniversary!), this small, welcoming restaurant serves gourmet cuisine prepared by new chef Marco Veneruso, a southern Italian whose respectable CV gives his dishes intensity, strength and finesse. A good example is the linguine with scampi and an anchovy sauce, one of the signature dishes that earned him a Michelin star during his time in Beijing. Here, he offers three menus: "DALLA COSTIERA ALLA SWISS RIVIERA", "VENTO D'ESTATE" and the vegetarian "BOUQUET DALL'ORTO". Dishes can be chosen à la carte style – all you

META

★ Michelin€€€€Italian, Fusion

Even after META moved to Piazza Riforma in the heart of the city, a visit here is still highly recommended. The entrance is somewhat hidden, with a small staircase leading up to the second floor. The design is chic and elegant, and classic Italian cuisine full of energy, soul and flavour is served at beautiful marble tables. Here and there, Asian accents are also incorporated. There is a set menu as well as à la carte dishes. You will be looked after attentively and professionally. Tip: they offer an impressive selection of champagnes.

Felix Lo Basso Restaurant

★ Michelin€€€€Italian Contemporary, Mediterranean Cuisine

The restaurant, nestled in a peaceful setting just outside the city, is a refuge for the senses: in the evening, the chef's table welcomes up to 12 guests for an intimate and surprising gastronomic experience, while a private room can accommodate small groups of up to 20 people. At the stove, a chef already well-known in Italy reinterprets Italian cuisine with creativity and passion. The service is warm, and the menu is rich in Mediterranean influences. The mascot? A curious and omnipresent gorilla: appearing in photos, as a statue, or even in the butter served with the bread. On sunny days, t

Osteria Enoteca Cuntitt

★ Michelin€€€Italian Contemporary, Seasonal Cuisine

Just above Mendrisio, this charming little village, complete with a historic center and church, offers both visitors and locals a beautiful Lombard-style farmhouse, where the refined restaurant serves modern Italian cuisine with regional influences, as well as a variety of caviar selections and excellent vegetables (the pigeon with carrots is a must-have). The wine list benefits from its own cellar, featuring regional labels and Champagne.

Materia

★ Michelin€€€Creative

While this restaurant’s recent move has brought a new setting and a change of address, it continues to serve cuisine which is a fusion of Italian, Asian and other influences, with a menu featuring plenty of vegetables, spices and aromatic herbs used by the chef to create dishes full of concentrated flavours. If you enjoy innovative and original combinations, this is the restaurant for you as many of the dishes on the menu (including the desserts) offer something different, including recipes with more challenging and acidic and bitter flavours. Our inspector particularly enjoyed the pickled whi

Il Cantuccio

★ Michelin€€€Modern Cuisine

This welcoming, beautifully kept restaurant in the heart of the verdant Brianza region has two dining rooms: one with exposed stonework that gives it a rustic feel, the other more modern and elegant in style. Chef Mauro Elli moves easily between classic Italian favourites, occasionally adding his own individual touch to the dishes. His imaginative reinterpretations demonstrate a fascination with the sea (despite the restaurant’s geographical location), while the menu also offers “daily game specials” throughout the year. One of the most delicious dishes on the menu is the bottoni pasta in a Mi

Locanda Orico

★ Michelin€€€€Mediterranean Cuisine, Seasonal Cuisine

A focus on sustainability is much more than a simple slogan at this restaurant housed in a historic palazzo in the old town. Since 1998 here, the owner-chef works with excellent local suppliers in order to provide the best possible experience for his guests, talking them through each dish and the provenance of its top-quality ingredients. There’s nothing mysterious about the process, which results in healthy Mediterranean cuisine with a combination of French and regional influences, and where the menu changes at the beginning of each season and the tasting menu every month. Dishes here are car

Locanda Barbarossa

★ Michelin€€€€mediterranean

An address at the pinnacle of Ticino’s fine dining, situated within the Castello del Sole hotel (in a tranquil and secluded location): gourmets and refined food lovers – this is your restaurant! With seasonal ingredients – many sourced from the estate itself – the cuisine of Mattias Roock and Leopold Ott offers a successful blend of local inspirations and Mediterranean touches, while fundamentally remaining rooted in the classics, whether you opt for à la carte or one of the two tempting tasting menus. The inspectors’ notes also emphasize the peacefulness of the setting (it is particularly enj

Osteria dell'Enoteca

★ Michelin€€€€fine_dining

In a quiet residential area, charm and refinement are the hallmarks of this modern osteria, skillfully and warmly managed by a young couple who offer delicious dishes with modern and creative flair. The large fireplace is the guardian spirit of the restaurant, but in summer, service also moves out to the flower-filled garden, which, like the dining room, features works of art. There is an interesting selection of Ticino wines! The surprise menu “Lascio a voi” (“I leave it up to you”) is available – any food intolerances, as well as vegetarian or vegan preferences, should be communicated in adv

Trattoria contemporanea

★ Michelin€€€€Italian Contemporary, Creative

A young team led by talented chef Davide Marzullo surprises guests with modern techniques and cuisine, offering dishes that showcase both national and international flavours and combinations, including a completely vegetarian - Istinto - menu, including a not-to-be-missed risotto with goat's milk, capers, liquorice and soya. At lunchtime, the menu is lighter, but you can also enjoy à la carte specialities and three tasting menus (with varying numbers of courses). The industrial redevelopment of a former cotton mill provides a fitting backdrop for all this energy.

Acquerello

★ Michelin€€€€Creative

The word “modern” sums up the cuisine here, although more than one word is needed to do justice to this restaurant. Housed in an old courtyard typical of Lombardy, Acquerello focuses on flavour rather than colour, with dishes created by a chef who enjoys being in the kitchen away from the spotlight. Although the restaurant offers an à la carte, our inspectors recommend the tasting menu with its fine balance of delicate flavours and original combinations that offer a hint of Eastern influence and pleasing contrasts in cooking methods and temperatures. The wine selection reflects the owner’s tas

Acqua

★ Michelin€€€€Seafood, Contemporary

Family tradition is renewed with a contemporary spirit at this venue overlooking the historic Ma.Ri.Na. The philosophy here is clear: exceptional raw materials, carefully selected and showcased by chef Menoncin and patron Davide Possoni. The latter enjoys sitting down with guests at the start of the evening to guide them toward offerings best suited to personal tastes: fish, crustaceans, and mollusks interpreted in original recipes, occasionally with pleasing spicy accents, always generous and elegantly plated. The crudo selection is unmissable – notably the sumptuous crustacean trio of scampi

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★ Michelin€€€€Creative

A modern dining-room with an open-view kitchen where young Alfio Nicolosi can be observed at work, ably assisted by friendly and attentive staff front of house. When you book, you’ll be asked if you have any food allergies or intolerances, or any ingredients that you don’t like, as there is just one surprise tasting menu served here. The truly extraordinary dishes are inspired by the chef’s remarkable knowledge of culinary traditions from Italy and further afield (strong Asian and South American influences are obvious), resulting in highly personalised dishes. Nicolosi is one of the most inter

Grow Restaurant

★ Michelin€€€Farm to table, Creative

Technique, creativity and a focus on and respect for the past are just some of the criteria that guide chef Matteo Vergine. His modern dishes aim to reflect the ancestral flavours of Brianza and Lombardy in bygone days when hunting, freshwater fishing, growing vegetables and gathering wild herbs were all part of everyday life. In the evening, choose between three tasting menus – in an effort to minimise food waste, guests are required to make their choice at the time of booking. We particularly enjoyed the quail served with its own broth and a brioche, and the gnocchi with stracchino cheese, c

Olio

★ Michelin€€€Seafood, Italian Contemporary

Within The Box, a multifunctional space with vintage cars and contemporary art surrounded by a garden with splendid olive trees, you’ll find the restaurant (bistro service at lunch) and above all excellent seafood cuisine with a small menu dedicated to oysters and caviar. Flavorful and substantial recipes supported by remarkable ingredients, traditional foundations with just the right amount of creativity, nothing excessive. Many memorable dishes, particularly the first courses, including an extraordinary rice with basil pesto, raw and cooked seafood, and cherry tomato extract.

La Preséf

★ Michelin€€€€Creative, Alpine

Set within the La Fiorida complex – a low‑impact, farm‑stay operation – the restaurant La Preséf serves a modern cuisine that is deeply rooted in the local terroir. Most ingredients come from the property’s own garden and the adjoining farm (zero‑kilometer, farm‑to‑table sourcing). The venue features a traditional feeding trough (called a “preséf” in the local dialect) and an on‑site creamery. It stands out for its visual and sensory experimentation, a hallmark of a cuisine deeply rooted in the local area. Guests who love alpine products can choose between two tasting menus, selected online at

Cannavacciuolo by the Lake

★ Michelin€€€Contemporary, Modern Cuisine

Situated within the elegant Laqua by the Lake boutique hotel (part of the Cannavacciuolo “galaxy”), this restaurant boasts fine lake views to accompany the imaginative Mediterranean cuisine served by resident chef Giovanni Bertone. There are three tasting menus (the lake-inspired “Brezza”; the Neapolitan-influenced “Acquolina”, and a totally vegetarian menu), plus an à la carte option for anyone who wishes to choose their own individual dishes. Our inspector particularly recommends the amberjack, fennel and roe dish, as well as Antonino’s mouthwatering babà dessert.

Andrea Monesi - Locanda di Orta

★ Michelin€€€€italian, regional

Situated in the historic centre of one of the most romantic lakeside villages in Italy, and offering a picture-postcard view of bygone days, this small building houses a contemporary-style restaurant with a small private dining room and three romantic outdoor terraces (book well in advance). The cuisine here is creative and precise, with a menu that features fish and seafood alongside top-quality meat from the Piedmont. Each recipe is personalised, often focusing on contrasting flavours and textures (don’t miss the unstructured elderberry crêpe with pollen and pan brioche). The wine list is ov

Al Sorriso

★ Michelin€€€€Piedmontese, Modern Cuisine

This restaurant is a true shrine to Italian cuisine, which continues to tell the story of the passion and dedication of two great professionals who have marked a turning point in the industry. Luisa Marelli, who has a degree in literature and is self-taught in the kitchen for love, creates dishes that have become true classics, rich in references to tradition and with a special focus on the seasonality of ingredients. Her husband, Angelo Valazza, is the master of the dining room par excellence, a true “maître” that all those aspiring to this profession should work alongside for a while. His el

Abba

★ Michelin€€Contemporary, Creative

In the heart of Milan's Certosa District, Abba is set in a former brush factory and welcomes guests with Nordic elegance: an open kitchen, only eight well-spaced tables, minimalist furnishings, and natural light streaming through large windows. In the kitchen, Abbattista offers two paths that tell his vision: excellent ingredients and modern techniques merge into delicious and surprising dishes. Among the must-tries, the tomato water risotto with parsley oil and mantis shrimp cream, or the whitefish, elegantly served on black lentils and turmeric. To end beautifully, the hazelnut soufflé is an

Olmo

★ Michelin€€€€Modern Cuisine, Creative

Olmo takes its name from the large elm tree that stands in the centre of Cornaredo’s small square, a symbol of the town’s pedestrianised area. This new restaurant opened by chef Davide Oldani has just three tables, which can be pushed together to accommodate a maximum of 14 guests, plus an open-view kitchen. The tasting menu here showcases the chef’s creative, modern dishes which focus on seasonal ingredients, balance and an attractive play between texture and temperature. Riccardo Merli is the young, talented resident chef who, having gained experience in renowned French restaurants as well a

Atelier

★ Michelin€€€Contemporary, Country cooking

The Ossola gastronomic atelier offers a safe harbour for lovers of good food and drink in the town centre. The Bartolucci family's tradition has soared thanks to dynamic chef patron Giorgio and entrepreneurial sister Elisabetta, joined by Katia, whose smile and professionalism are invaluable to guest comfort. In addition to the welcoming service, the cuisine beckons clientele from afar. The evening menu is packed with revisited Ossola citations (among others, gathered in the tasting menu "Flavours and Aromas of the Mountains") alongside contemporary Italian culinary nods. In certain occasional

IYO

★ Michelin€€€€Japanese, Asian Contemporary

An elegant, contemporary restaurant that has over time become a point of reference in Italy for enthusiasts of Japanese cuisine. Guests are welcomed into modern, bright and relaxing spaces, ideal for showcasing a broad and stimulating gastronomic offering. At lunch, there is also a more streamlined à la carte selection, while the experience may begin, according to preference, with two tasting menus: one devoted to the most recent creations, the other to the restaurant’s iconic dishes, such as wagyu gyoza with vegetable and soy emulsion. Sushi and sashimi follow in numerous interpretations, alo

Procaccini

★ Michelin€€€€Modern Cuisine, Contemporary

Talented chef Emin Haziri, originally from Kosovo but raised in Italy and with significant professional experience behind him, now signs a line of contemporary and personalised cuisine. Alongside the more creative and imaginative offerings we find another with raw seafood, from oysters to caviar, from Sicilian shrimp to scampi. In the elegant and refined dining room with harmonious colours and fine furnishings, the open kitchen and marble counter with velvet stools stand out. The restaurant also has the soul of a cocktail bar where you are led once you enter for a welcome drink, before sitting

Lanterna Verde

★ Michelin€€€Regional Cuisine, Modern Cuisine

Thanks to its fireplace, the welcoming, classic-style dining room at this restaurant is perfect for winter dining, while its garden terrace attracts guests in summer. Whatever time of year you visit, you’ll enjoy cuisine which balances traditional recipes with more contemporary options and fish from the lake. The Tonola family have been renowned throughout the province (and further afield) for their gourmet cuisine and welcoming hospitality for over 40 years. Their appeal is even greater today, thanks to the combined efforts of young chef Roberto, who provides a skilful, modern touch in the ki

Anima

★ Michelin€€€€Contemporary, Creative

Housed inside the prestigious Milano Verticale | UNA Esperienze hotel in the Corso Como and Piazza Gae Aulenti district of the city, this restaurant is run by multi-Michelin-starred chef Enrico Bartolini. Minimalist elegance and design are the key words to describe the stylish decor here, inspired by Gio Ponti’s city of the second half of the 20C. Resident chef Michele Cobuzzi prepares dishes with a modern flavour, prepared using top-quality ingredients which are mostly sourced from his native region of Puglia. Given his origins, it’s no surprise that this chef is highly skilful in his prepara

IYO Kaiseki

★ Michelin€€€Japanese, Sushi

Kaiseki represents the most traditional and codified form of Japanese cuisine, structured as a succession of courses alternating raw preparations with cooked dishes, following techniques faithful to Japanese tradition and skillfully interpreted by the chef. In this modern structure at the foot of one of the Porta Nuova skyscrapers, a minimal, pared-back dining room, illuminated by natural light filtering through floor-to-ceiling windows, introduces guests to classic Japanese cuisine through a broad and distinctive menu. For a first encounter with Iyo Kaiseki, we suggest the chef’s menu: a sequ

Berton

★ Michelin€€€€Italian Contemporary, Creative

Situated in the heart of Porta Nuova, the elegant, contemporary-style dining room at this restaurant has recently been expanded with a veranda that has given a new look to the façade and is perfectly in tune with the character of this new, futuristic district. Here, Andrea Berton’s cuisine focuses on just a few ingredients transformed into attractive dishes which are simple in style without being minimalist. Creative and modern, the chef’s meat and fish dishes are showcased on tasting menus from which courses can also be chosen à la carte style. His “Non Solo Brodo” menu has become a real clas

Moebius Sperimentale

★ Michelin€€€€Creative, Modern Cuisine

Carved from a former textile warehouse, the restaurant presents itself today as a multifunctional space of contemporary design in a semi-central district of the city. On the ground floor, bistrot and cocktail bar sit comfortably side by side, while a few steps up leads to a gourmet dining room of just 12 covers, dramatically suspended at the heart of the space: six seats are arranged at the counter, affording a close view of the kitchen at work. Here, a distinctly experimental offering takes shape, one that nonetheless sets out from a rigorous selection of quality produce. There are three tast

Joia

★ Michelin€€€€Vegetarian, Seasonal Cuisine

When you walk through the door, it's like stepping into a world suspended between philosophy and taste. This restaurant, the first in Italy to have introduced vegetarian and natural dishes to fine dining, conveys a message in every single detail: respect, awareness and harmony. Today, under the leadership of young chefs Sauro Ricci and Raffaele Minghini, Pietro Leemann's legacy translates into dishes that resemble works of art, evocative even in their names: Col favore della luna (With the favour of the moon), Ombelico del mondo (Navel of the world), La rosa che non colsi (The rose I did not p

Sadler

★ Michelin€€€€Italian, Seafood

Housed in the Casa Baglioni hotel, a beautiful Art Nouveau building dating from 1913, this restaurant has a contemporary feel with an elegant dining room featuring colourful armchairs. The cuisine is precise and distinctive, with a harmonious balance of traditional and innovative flavours thanks to the top-quality ingredients used. The wine list is also top-notch, featuring excellent Italian and international wines, including some rare and exclusive labels. An interesting business lunch is available at midday, while the Rooftop Bar on the seventh floor boasts 360° views of Milan and serves a s

Assonica

★ Michelin€€€Italian Contemporary, Creative

Situated in the hills just beyond Bergamo, this smart, elegant and well-run restaurant has the Manzoni brothers (Alex and Vittorio) at the helm in the kitchen, where they create some of the most interesting cuisine in the region, while the capable Giovanna Danzo oversees the excellent service in the dining room. Creative and surprising, the dishes here are striking for their complex and original flavours, which combine vegetables with a clever use of herbs and spices without overwhelming the palate. The chargrilled veal sweetbreads (slightly crunchy on the outside and soft inside) are deliciou

Il Luogo Aimo e Nadia

★ Michelin€€€€Italian Contemporary, Modern Cuisine

On the Milanese scene for over 60 years, still sought after by those seeking quality cuisine, the restaurant offers two tasting pathways highlighting Italian territory through a modern lens, yet subtly hinting at the origins of its dynamic chefs—Alessandro Negrini and Fabio Pisani—Lombard and Apulian respectively. Beyond the two menus, there are also ‘Heart Dishes’ from Aimo’s kitchen, including the eternal hard wheat spaghetti with fresh spring onion and chilli, graced with a strand of oil and Ligurian basil, a historic signature of the famous founder. Reserve some time to peruse a generous w

Horto

★ Michelin€€€€Modern Cuisine, Organic

Norbert Niederkofler comes to Milan, bringing his commitment to sustainability with him. The kitchen offers three tasting menus - L'Ora Etica, Il Lago, Vegetali Mon Amour - Norbert Niederkofler comes to Milan, bringing his commitment to sustainability with him. The kitchen offers three tasting menus - L'Ora Etica, Il Lago, Vegetali Mon Amour - in which the search for local ingredients (no more than an hour from the regional capital) is a must. In summer, the terraces, with views stretching from the spires of the Duomo to the Castello Sforzesco, are an added bonus, making it the ideal place for

Cracco in Galleria

★ MichelinTre Forchette€€€€Modern Cuisine, Contemporary

The Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II is one of the most iconic sights in Milan and as such it is apt that it is home to this star of Italian cuisine, whose professional career is one of the most impressive in Italy with influences that include the culinary master Alain Ducasse and wine expert Giorgio Pinchiorri. Together with owner Carlo, resident chef Luca Sacchi creates top-quality cuisine with impeccable technique. He showcases his dishes on a carefully composed tasting menu and an à la carte, with references to contemporary Italian cuisine in dishes such as the open ravioli and reinterpretati

Sine by Di Pinto

★ Michelin€€€€Italian Contemporary

Sine serves contemporary cuisine influenced by the chef’s native Naples, as well as the local region of Lombardy. The dishes are occasionally playful in style, as demonstrated by the shrimp ravioli served in various ways, including with an intensely flavoured fish stew. The chef’s speciality is his fried pizzetta with palamita fish and courgettes, while his new dishes are showcased on the exciting and creative “Sine Confini” menu, on which he demonstrates his culinary skills to the full. Attentive, courteous service and a constantly evolving wine list which includes some lesser-known labels co

Il Cantinone e Sport Hotel Alpina

★ Michelin€€€Contemporary, Alpine

A family restaurant run with passion and pride, Il Cantinone welcomes guests on a culinary journey dedicated to the region’s gastronomic treasures, from the mountains to the lake. Buckwheat, trout and eel, venison, polenta, mushrooms, potatoes and truffles are just some of the ingredients that define the authentic spirit of the contemporary dishes created by chef Stefano Masanti.Every now and then, exotic twists appear, inspirations gathered during his travels and brought back to his beloved mountains, capable of adding depth and intrigue to the culinary offering.Working alongside him is Thoma

Il Sereno Al Lago Restaurant

★ Michelin€€€€Modern Cuisine, Contemporary

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★ Michelin€€€€Italian Contemporary

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Cucina Cereda

★ Michelin€€€Modern Cuisine, Lombardian

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Osteria della Brughiera

★ Michelin€€€€Italian Contemporary, Creative

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Grotto della Salute

必比登€€italian

A rustic grotto-style restaurant with a warm and welcoming ambience, where staff are happy to advise you on the seasonal dishes on offer. A whole page of the menu is dedicated to classic favourites, all of which are influenced by Mediterranean cuisine – the veal shank with mashed potato and salted butter is particularly delicious. There’s also a small menu of daily specials which changes according to market availability. The terrace shaded by huge plane trees provides a pleasant setting for summer dining, while an excellent wine list adds to the appeal.

Asia

必比登€€asian, sushi

After climbing just over ten steps, you settle comfortably into this delightful restaurant with relaxing colors and a splendid view of the lake and mountains. Of course, when the weather is nice, the terrace is the best place to book: your gaze drifts off over the vast blue expanse, while bamboo plants brighten up the outdoor area. The kitchen offers all the great Asian classics: traditional or fusion sushi, sashimi, delicious Thai curries, dim sum, and much more. Choosing won’t be easy!

Agorà

必比登€€Italian, Classic Cuisine

Located in relaxing Brissago, this historic bistro features a pleasantly retro ambience and well-maintained wood furnishings. The courteous service is accompanied by the delicious flavours of dishes that follow the seasons and include traditional and Mediterranean touches. The ravioli del plin stuffed with braised wild boar are a highlight.

Centrale

必比登€€regional

Particularly well-known and frequented by locals, this restaurant with its delightful, rustic, family atmosphere offers delicious regional cuisine that can be enjoyed – weather permitting – on the lovely terrace as well. In summer, the menu is enriched with dishes made exclusively from vegetables and garden produce.

Alla Cantina

必比登€€Sicilian, Classic Cuisine

Although all the staff at this beautiful historic restaurant on the village square hail from Sicily, they have been working in Switzerland for years. Here, authentic Sicilian cuisine is served in a rustic and welcoming setting that also provides the backdrop for regular music events: the only concessions to Ticino are the polenta-based dishes. Our inspector particularly recommends the sarde in “Beccafico”(stuffed sardine roulade with breadcrumbs, sultanas, pine nuts and orange peel). There’s also a pleasantly cool and tranquil outdoor space for summer dining, plus four attractive and inviting

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Grotto Valmaggese

必比登€€regional

Situated in an excellent location slightly above the road, this traditional grotto-style restaurant with a large car park is quiet and cool in summer, with a dining room warmed by a fireplace in winter. In this delightful location, enjoy classic, well-prepared and generous cuisine with personal touches made using top-quality, seasonally inspired ingredients. Make sure you try the venison tartare with marrow gratin and pear jelly, as well as the delicious artisanal ice creams. The highly welcoming and attentive service is clearly in evidence in the dining room.

Condividere

必比登€€Classic Cuisine, Contemporary

A small and impeccably tended bistrot in the heart of Arona’s historic centre, a few steps from the lakeside promenade, this venue distinguishes itself through a gastronomic proposal that is both personal and firmly rooted in the territory. In the kitchen, the chef and owner leads a seasonal menu that is lively and refined, bringing genuine sensitivity to the finest local produce.Among the dishes not to be missed, the “Condividere” antipasto, a sequence of small tastes recalling the Italian tradition of the shared starter: burrata with crunchy puntarelle and anchovies, a tartlet of Russian sal

Castagneto

必比登€€Piedmontese, Seafood

On the lower slopes above Lake Maggiore, this rustic building offers particularly panoramic views of the verdant landscape, enjoyed both from the terrace and most indoor tables. The atmosphere is homey with a sense of long-standing tradition, and it couldn’t be otherwise since the restaurant has been operating for over 50 years (since 1969). The cuisine ranges across the entire Italian peninsula (including seafood), following the rhythm of the seasons, though the standout dishes remain predominantly local and regional. In addition to the wine selection, there's also a carefully curated offerin

Mezzolitro Vini e Cucina

必比登€€Cuisine from Abruzzo, Traditional Cuisine

In the heart of Rho old town, among the quiet lanes of the restricted traffic zone, lies a corner of Abruzzo that exudes authenticity. A tempting, family-run refuge where a simple atmosphere meets refined, welcoming details. Tradition takes shape in dishes that tell stories of genuine flavours: such as the famous “chitarra alla teramana”, fresh pasta covered in a rich and enveloping sauce, with little meatballs and the bold touch of pecorino cheese. An invitation to sit down, indulge and feel right at home.

Osteria San Giulio

必比登€€Piedmontese, Country cooking

A timeless atmosphere lingers in this hamlet, a former rural abbey that speaks to the region’s deep ties with agriculture and its enduring traditions. Those same roots are reflected in the menu of this humble, almost austere osteria: agnolotti with roast meat sauce, local cured meats and cheeses, panissa, and bunet. Prices are very fair, especially with the Menù dell’Oste (under €40).

Kanton Restaurant

必比登€€Chinese, Modern Cuisine

In an unremarkable district of Capriate lies one of the most interesting expressions of Chinese cuisine in Lombardy. Do not be misled by the surroundings: once through the door, the atmosphere is pleasant and welcoming and, above all, Mr Zhu Weikun’s cooking is truly accomplished, with an excellent quality-price ratio. The menu is refreshingly concise rather than overwhelming, focusing on a well-judged selection of fragrant dishes that clearly express the flavours and techniques of the great Chinese gastronomic tradition. Desserts, by contrast, follow a decidedly European approach and are not

Da Giannino - L'Angolo d'Abruzzo

必比登€€Cuisine from Abruzzo, Traditional Cuisine

A simple and informal urban trattoria with a friendly atmosphere, tables arranged close together and typical red-and-white check tablecloths. The Abruzzo takes centre stage in the delicious cuisine served here – we particularly recommend the sagne (a type of pasta) and beans, the maccheroni alla chitarra, the roast lamb and the arrosticini (skewers of mutton).

Trattoria Dentella

必比登€€Country cooking, Regional Cuisine

Set against the picturesque backdrop of the Val Serina, this venue preserves the timeless charm of genuine family management, reflected in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The deliberately concise menu pays tribute to local tradition through dishes of genuine character: from carpaccio of Orobica bresaola accompanied by a broccoli timbale and pecorino fondue, to the classic casoncelli with butter and pancetta. In season, mushrooms and truffles take centre stage – among them the prized black truffle of Bracca – while polenta, offered in several variations (Bergamasca or taragna, plain or enriche

Edelweiss

必比登€Country cooking, Seasonal Cuisine

A real bastion of local cuisine for over 60 years thanks to the hard work of an entire family. The menu features mountain-style cuisine, including game dishes, a small selection of local cheeses (we highly recommend the Bettelmatt) and home-made ice cream. Relaxed and informal ambience.

Italia

必比登€€Piedmontese, Contemporary

Operating since 1971 and still under the same family management, they are a reliable address, a great classic if you are in the area. The ambience is well cared for, while the cuisine is solid. Alongside some local cues (battuta di fassona with fresh cheese or agnolotti with butter and sage), there are also seafood dishes (tuna tataki with coconut and soy sauce) and, in general, some contemporary touches, very evident in the pleasing presentations.

Arté al Lago

€€€€Modern Cuisine, Mediterranean Cuisine

A classic setting with a touch of modernity and romance, this venue offers a breathtaking view of the lake. The cuisine follows the seasons: the menu features Mediterranean influences, while the two tasting menus are more regional in character.

La Luce

€€€€Mediterranean Cuisine, Classic Cuisine

Set in a panoramic location, slightly set back from the town centre, La Luce is the gourmet restaurant of a hotel with classic charm and an intimate atmosphere. In the warmer months, guests are enchanted by the veranda, which offers truly stunning views, whilst in winter the elegant dining rooms provide an intimate and refined welcome. The cuisine is built on a solid foundation of traditional techniques, showcasing local produce with subtle Mediterranean influences and a careful respect for seasonality: meat and fish are presented on an equal footing. The wine list is well-curated, extensive a

Ristorante Seven Lugano

€€Grills

Situated on the rooftop of the casino and accessible via a glass-sided lift, this restaurant boasts fine views of the lake. In summer, the popular seats on the terrace need to be booked well in advance, while the lounge bar on the ground floor is perfect for a post-dinner cocktail. The cuisine here is varied and wide-ranging, both on the set menus and the à la carte, plus there’s an excellent choice of wines featuring labels from around the world.

🕐 Mo-Su 12:00-15:00,19:30-01:00

Ciani Lugano

€€€Mediterranean Cuisine

Located between the Palazzo dei Congressi and the Ciani Garden, this modern and cosmopolitan venue is a true gem. Renowned regional chef Dario Ranza focuses on Mediterranean cuisine, prepared with skill and precision to guarantee delicious flavors. Among his specialties: Lostallo salmon “Caini style,” a variety of risottos, sole meunière, and salt-crusted sea bass, filleted directly at the table. The selection of exclusive wines and Champagnes is truly remarkable.

Badalucci

€€€€seafood

A historic restaurant with its roots in Italian cuisine. Originally from the island of Procida in southern Italy, the chef here focuses mainly on fish-based dishes, although the menu also features delicious meat options and vegetarian recipes for each course – whatever you order, seasonal ingredients are to the fore in this urban-style eatery situated slightly away from the centre. The wine list highlights the owners’ passion for champagne via highly respected labels from interesting small-scale producers.

La Sorgente

€€Creative

This welcoming restaurant overlooking the lake in the charming village of Vico Morcote serves simple cuisine with a focus on local ingredients, many of which (biodynamic wines, vegetables, olive oil etc) come from the restaurant’s own farm. It’s fantastic to be able to enjoy such fresh produce at reasonable prices – make sure you try the open ravioli with a rabbit ragu, Gotthard cheese fondue and pepper. Guests are advised to leave their car at the garage at the entrance to the village and then walk the short distance to the restaurant. In summer, meals are served under a pergola on the charmi

Osteria Del Centro

€€€€italian

This small, very friendly restaurant offers a successful mix of tradition (the setting is an old house in the centre of Comano), minimalist furnishings and modern cuisine. In the evening, enjoy a surprise tasting menu (five or seven courses) which is almost entirely vegetarian, with the option of choosing your main course. 95% of the ingredients are organic and the owner-chef will be happy to discuss his philosophy on organic food during the course of your meal. The elegant, original dishes include options such as beef wellington with kohlrabi, chimichurri and mushrooms, accompanied by artisan

Osteria la Lanterna

€€Country cooking, Traditional Cuisine

Situated on the road leading to Lugano in Switzerland, this charming restaurant with elegant furnishings and a rustic decor boasts bright dining rooms and a pleasant terrace for summer dining. The dishes are prepared with a focus on locally sourced, seasonal ingredients and are inspired by traditional recipes reinterpreted in contemporary style.

Montalbano by Mirko Rainer

€€€Italian Contemporary

Located on the hill of the same name and recently reopened after renovations under new management already well known in the area, this charming spot features a beautiful veranda and a terrace for summer enjoyment. The kitchen offers many delicacies, such as “cold” spaghetti with seafood crudo, pistachio, and oregano, as well as grilled dishes of the Big Green Egg. In the surprise menu, meat reigns supreme, while the à la carte selection is more varied. If you choose a bottle of Champagne from the well-stocked wine list, it’s not unusual for the restaurant owner to open it for you with a dramat

Ristorante con enoteca Origini

€€Italian Contemporary

On the doorstep of the Breggia Gorges and just a few miles from the border, this former mill framed by greenery paints a picture postcard snapshot of peaceful countryside with a garden to relax and wind down and three cosy dining rooms, where the stage is set for a cast of bold, wholesome flavours to take the limelight. Traditional down to its core, the menu stars dishes like fork-tender sweetbread, served in a succulent jus and enhanced by crunchy cashew nuts and fresh scallions. The wine list pays tribute to Ticino with some 200 labels, including a traditionally crafted sparkling wine not to

La Veranda

€€italian

Situated a few metres from the lake in the centre of the village, this welcoming and long-established family restaurant boasts a dining room that transforms into a veranda with outdoor dining in summer. The cuisine here is traditional, with generous portions of fish from the lake and sea.

La Veranda

€€€€Italian Contemporary, Modern Cuisine

In summer, the terrace by the lake offers a splendid view and is the perfect setting for dishes that highlight Italian tradition but also satisfy the most cosmopolitan palates. The foie gras escalope served with parsnips, apple compote and pink grapefruit, for example, is excellent. If the weather's not so great, you'll be just as comfortable in the elegant indoor dining room overlooking the lake (the most popular) or the garden. The evening dress code is elegant (we are, after all, inside the luxurious Villa d'Este hotel).

La Piazzetta Lake Como

€€Mediterranean Cuisine, Italian

Tucked among the picturesque streets of Cernobbio, this modern, inviting bistro blends retro charm with contemporary furnishings and personalized touches. At the entrance, a cozy lounge with a bar counter beckons guests to linger over aperitifs and signature cocktails, while in summer the outdoor terrace offers moments of pleasure amid the lake breeze. In the kitchen, a young, dynamic team reinterprets Mediterranean flavors through contemporary recipes that are both authentic and aromatic. Not to be missed: “Pappa e Gambero,” crusted shrimp atop tomato and basil pappa, and “Tagliolino ai tre p

Filo

€€€Italian Contemporary, Mediterranean Cuisine

From the splendid lakeside position, the view extends to the opposite shore, Comacina Island, and Villa Balbianello. An enchanting terrace overlooking Lake Como, surrounded by greenery with hills as a backdrop like a painting, is where you can savor Mediterranean-flavored dishes. Choose from three tasting menus ("Freestyle," "Classics," and "Vegetarian"). Or opt for the à la carte menu, with offerings such as purple prawns with goat cheese cream, berries, and bisque: an explosion of flavors!

Vecchia Osteria Seseglio

€€€regional

Chef Ambrogio Stefanetti presents a menu of traditional recipes, flavorful and well-crafted, using local and seasonal ingredients. Among his offerings, the pike with crispy skin à la meunière, carrots and green asparagus, or the savarin soaked in yuzu limoncello, lightly sweetened white chocolate ice cream, and finished with raspberry flakes. This place has a genuine soul – it’s impossible not to fall in love with the region in summer! – and the wine list (featuring Italian and regional selections) is truly appealing!

Casa Perrotta Restaurant

€€€Italian Contemporary

This small, welcoming restaurant with a hint of minimalism and just a few tables serves personalised meat and fish dishes which aim to offer something a little different, with a choice of three tasting menus and an à la carte. Having previously gained experience outside the area, the young family team from Campania runs the restaurant with enthusiasm and a real love for the region’s cuisine.

Olona - "Da Venanzio" dal 1922

€€€Country cooking, Lombardian

A bastion of regional cuisine for over a century, this restaurant occupies an attractive group of buildings with a large outdoor summer area shaded by a pergola and a charming dining room with a retro feel. Traditional recipes with interesting and personalised twists take centre stage, including superb ravioli del plin with three roasts and a meat sauce – this is Lombardy, after all! Impressive wine list, including wines by the glass.

Comi 107

€€€italian

Situated near the lake at the entrance to a narrow street dotted with various shops, this small contemporary-style restaurant boasts an equally tiny outdoor space for summer dining and is run with skill and professionalism by a young couple. The friendly, welcoming wife oversees the front of house, while her husband creates dishes full of character in the kitchen.

Osteria degli Angeli

€€Mediterranean Cuisine

An attractive restaurant which offers a friendly and informal welcome and service, alongside an elegant, personalised yet classic decor. The cuisine is mainly Mediterranean in flavour, emphasised by the use of local and seasonal ingredients. The self-taught chef here is passionate about his cuisine.

Crotto Valtellina

€€€Cuisine from Valtellina, Traditional Cuisine

For over fifty years, the Valbuzzi family has passionately maintained this enchanting crotto, now in its third generation. The atmosphere is elegant and refined while staying true to its origins: wooden tables, period furnishings, and floral touches. The summer veranda is particularly stunning, overlooking a lush garden and a sandstone wall. The menu balances traditional dishes – the pizzoccheri are unmissable – with more contemporary creations, such as the surprising saltimbocca of larded quail with fennel, escarole gel, pickled apricot, and zucchini flan.

La Perla

€€€Seafood, Contemporary

Housed in a historic palazzo on the charming Piazza della Motta in the town centre, this restaurant is one you will immediately want to share with family and friends thanks to its delicious cuisine. The menu focuses mainly on fish and seafood (including impressive raw fish dishes) although a few meat options are also available. Good choice of wines and spirits.

Mistral

€€€€Modern Cuisine

Situated at the tip of Bellagio’s promontory where the two branches of the lake meet, this villa occupies a superb panoramic location, with its restaurant housed in a covered veranda boasting delightful views of the opposite shore, its little villages and exclusive residences. The atmosphere here is reminiscent of a grand hotel, with background piano music in the evening and guests from all around the world. The moderately creative cuisine offers a choice of Italian dishes alongside more international options.

Gnocchetto

€€Regional Cuisine, Classic Cuisine

This long-established family-run restaurant (opened in 1926) with an updated contemporary decor continues to serve cuisine that is classic and generous in style yet adapted to modern tastes. Individual dishes take pride of place on the menu at lunchtime, although you can also order from the À la carte if you wish. There’s also an outdoor space for summer dining.

Al Vecchio Convento

€€€Tuscan, Grills

At the gates of the city, within a building steeped in history and featuring convenient private parking, this restaurant welcomes guests with classic elegance from the entrance, where artisanal cantucci and ricciarelli are displayed for sale. The dining room echoes the same refined atmosphere, with attentive, punctual service. In the kitchen, Tuscan tradition reigns: meat dishes take center stage, with few concessions to seafood, and fresh pastas prepared according to time-honored methods. An offering built on the strength of regional flavors and authenticity. No frills, but careful attention

Visteria

€€€€Modern Cuisine, Italian Contemporary

Situated in the Royal Victoria hotel on picturesque Varenna’s small central piazza, this restaurant has just a few tables overlooking one of the most spectacular sights on Lake Como, namely the Bellagio promontory flanked on either side by the two branches of the lake. Talented chef Francesco Sarno, originally from Salerno, is at the helm in the kitchen here – the colour and intense flavours of his native Campania are evident in some of his dishes.

Da Annetta

€€Traditional Cuisine, Modern Cuisine

In an 18th Century building, a rustic yet elegant atmosphere with a particular attentiveness at the tables and in the cuisine, which has a traditional base, but also knows how to add imaginative variations.

Hosteria del Platano

€€italian

Situated on the main road overlooking the lake, this pleasant family-run restaurant serves excellent traditional cuisine with a focus on local fish. Atmospheric dining room with stone walls and vaulted ceilings, plus an attractive outdoor space, and friendly, attentive owners.

Hide & Seek

€€€International, Mediterranean Cuisine

Ayurvedic philosophy inspires a special section of the menu, where Mediterranean cooking styles and ingredients merge with chef Francesco Leone’s colorful and joyful vision. His cuisine, not without international influences, finds its ideal setting in this refined restaurant inside the “Giardino” hotel. In the warmer months, dining on the magnificent terrace overlooking the garden with its pond and floating flowers is unmissable: a corner of priceless tranquility and beauty.

al lago

€€€Italian Contemporary

Housed in a type of winter garden with a charming terrace (the jewel in the crown!), this restaurant serves dishes that combine modern influences with more classic touches, all prepared using ingredients of the best quality. Make sure you try the risotto made from Carnaroli rice with red pepper, green sauce and Cantabrian anchovies, as well as the Guanaja chocolate mousse and ice cream with mixed berries. An excellent selection of wine and young, friendly service complete the picture.

Amandus

€€€€Italian Contemporary, Modern Cuisine

Situated in the Villa Lario Resort, this restaurant directly overlooks the lake and boasts fine views which extend as far as the promontory of Bellagio. The excellent cuisine features a few freshwater fish dishes, as well as plenty of meat and seafood options, on a menu that combines classic recipes with a few more creative specialities.

Riva

€€€seafood

Perhaps the only true fish restaurant in Ascona where fish specialities are nothing short of exceptional, but meat lovers will not be disappointed either. Situated inside the Seven Boutique Hotel, Riva offers a maritime atmosphere with colourful touches that recall the blue expanse and a tasty cuisine declined in tasting or à la carte menus, from ‘I Crudi’ with oysters & co. to ‘Sogliola alla mugnaia with lettuce, capers and spring onion’. Definitely a great address!

Osteria del Centenario

€€€Mediterranean Cuisine

A restaurant that has been renovated in contemporary style, in complete harmony with its attractive setting overlooking the scenic lakeside promenade. Talented chef Egon Bajardi conjures up interesting Mediterranean cuisine with a focus on creative technique and the occasional exotic touch. Don’t miss his selection of desserts, including Crema Catalana with pumpkin, orange and bay leaf gelato.

🕐 Tu-Sa 11:30-24:00

Locanda Locarnese

€€Mediterranean Cuisine, Traditional Cuisine

Hidden away in a little alley, this pleasant, modern-style restaurant offers Mediterranean and traditional cuisine made with excellent ingredients. Among its unmissable dishes are the honey and mustard pork belly, thyme-roasted eggplant with cherry tomato cream, and the chocolate fondant with passion fruit sauce. The large fireplace gives character to the setting, while the warm and friendly service makes guests feel as if they are visiting a private home.

🕐 Mo-Su 07:00-23:00

Seven Toc Toc

€€€Mediterranean Cuisine

The views extend from the lake to the mountains in this informal restaurant, where windows into the kitchen allow guests to watch the chefs busy at work. The menu features creatively reinterpreted, classic-style dishes, with the option of choosing between meat and fish, while the delicious bread comes from the Bottega del Gusto in Porto Ronco. At lunchtime, there’s a bistro-style menu with lighter but equally delicious options such as salads, antipasti and primi, hamburgers, club sandwiches, baked seabass and grilled Tomahawk steak. There’s also a lounge bar plus a wine bar of the same name, t

Villa Baroni

€€Classic Cuisine

This romantic restaurant on the lakeshore has a welcoming, elegant ambience and a delightful terrace for summer dining. The cuisine pays particular attention to top-quality, seasonal ingredients prepared in traditional recipes with a focus on fish. Cosy, Provençal-style guestrooms complete the picture.

Da Valentino

€€Mediterranean Cuisine, Traditional Cuisine

Although it is the beautiful terrace that first catches the eye at this restaurant, the friendly welcome and attentive service offered by Valentino in the kitchen and Sabine front of house add to the appeal. Mediterranean specialities and traditional classic dishes feature on the menu, while an open fireplace creates a warm ambience in winter.

🕐 Mo,Su off; Tu-Sa 11:30-14:30,18:30-23:30

Il Portico

€€italian

Chef Lopriore returns to his native region with this new restaurant which offers an original format – the lunchtime menu focuses on single course options, while in the evening the tasting menus comprise an interesting combination of imaginative fish, meat and vegetable dishes which can be combined as you wish. Cuisine with an emphasis on seasonal market ingredients where locally sourced produce takes pride of place.

La Fontana Restaurant & Bar

€€€Mediterranean Cuisine, Seasonal Cuisine

Splendidly located inside the Hotel Belvedere, at an altitude of approximately 240m, this elegant south-facing restaurant boasts a splendid terrace and a lounge space. Depending on where you sit, watch the chef at work in the kitchen or enjoy the impressive views through La Fontana’s ground floor picture windows overlooking its verdant surroundings. The culinary focus here is on modern and seasonal Mediterranean cuisine without neglecting the region’s gastronomic roots. In addition to the classic menu, you can also choose the 4- or 5-course tasting option as well as the restaurant’s signature

Il Giardinetto

€€regional, italian

Looking out over the calm blue water, this classic restaurant serves traditional cuisine with the occasional imaginative twist. Fish from the lake feature on the menu, as do meat and seafood options with something for everyone. There’s also a small outdoor terrace where guests can enjoy a pre- or post-dinner drink.

🕐 12:00-14:30,19:00-21:30;Mo off

Ca' Mia

€€Italian, Creative

This welcoming restaurant in the hills surrounding Lake Alserio makes guests feel completely at home. The two young chefs with plenty of experience behind them create modern dishes with a preference for quick cooking methods and a focus on a wood-fired oven and barbecue, as well as fermented ingredients.

Al Braciere

€€Mediterranean Cuisine

Situated just above Ascona, about 1km from the town centre, this friendly hotel boasts panoramic views of Lake Maggiore, the surrounding mountains and the island of Brissago. Enjoy modern, carefully prepared cuisine in the comfortable dining room or on the idyllic outdoor terrace in summer.

La Tavola

€€€€Creative, Seasonal Cuisine

Situated in the Il Porticciolo hotel, this restaurant will appeal to anyone who enjoys a lakeside setting. Leave your car in the car park, then take the lift down to the dining room with its windows overlooking the water and views of the opposite shore of Lake Maggiore. The lake also takes pride of place in some of the creative, elaborate and personalised dishes on the two tasting menus created by Riccardo Bassetti, many of which feature freshwater fish.

t3e terre

€€€Mediterranean Cuisine, Regional Cuisine

Owned by the Meneganti family, this beautiful house is home to a restaurant with an attractive dining room and stunning terrace that provide the backdrop for delicious Mediterranean cuisine. A charming hotel with welcoming guestrooms (additional rooms are under construction) adds to the appeal.

Centovalli

€€Regional Cuisine

This attractive restaurant boasting rustic yet modern dining rooms and a beautiful terrace shaded by a pergola has offered the same format for over 20 years – a single risotto-based dish (the house speciality) served with a delicious meat option, nearly always lamb fillet, and very few fish dishes. Reasonably priced, with everything of an excellent quality.

Da Enzo

€€€international

This Ticino-style stone house boasts a sun-blessed, verdant setting and a beautiful garden-terrace. Take a seat at one of its typical granite tables, either crowned by stone vaulting or shaded by trees, where you can savour exquisite Mediterranean on several tasting menus (including vegetarian) and an à la carte that includes daily specials. Other features include a well-stocked wine cellar and two romantic rustic-style guestrooms. Open for over three decades, Dan Enzo is now run by the second generation of the family.

Alla Corte Lombarda

€€Lombardian, Modern Cuisine

Housed in a restored hay barn on the edge of the village, this charming rustic restaurant offers traditional cuisine with a modern twist, a good selection of wine and an excellent choice of beer. Every week, the menu features five records which played a major role in the history of music or which represent an important moment in time for the restaurant owner.

Ristorante della Stazione

€€regional

There’s a change of guard at this Ticino dining institution where young couple Eloa Geiser and Yanick Walker have taken over the running of both the kitchen and front of house service. Eloa, the charming female half of the partnership, is also a qualified sommelier and takes very good care of her guests, while Yanick, adds his classic-French culinary stamp without neglecting his Valois roots, although he is not averse to adding some Mediterranean flair to his cuisine. In addition to its usual menu, on Tuesdays guests can order the “Stazione” veal liver, and on Saturdays the special braised bee

🕐 Mo-Su 08:00-23:00

Villa Giulia - Al Terrazzo

€€€Italian, Classic Cuisine

Housed within an elegant late-19C hotel overlooking the lake, this romantic restaurant offers stunning views from its outdoor terrace. The cuisine is mainly Italian, with the occasional modern and imaginative twist. Add in a charming stone wine cellar stocked with top-quality labels, plus modern guestrooms for anyone wanting to prolong their stay.

La Piemontese

€€Piedmontese, Contemporary

The focus at La Piemontese, a simple yet modern restaurant with a convenient car park, is mainly on meat dishes, although game and fresh truffles also feature in season, plus there’s a generous business menu at lunchtime. An enjoyable dining experience that offers good value for money.

Milano

€€€€italian

This is a historic establishment, the guardian of a family tradition stretching back almost a century – celebrated in its iconic dessert, zabaione. The elegant setting draws its charm from a veranda overlooking the lake, further enhanced by a private jetty. The cuisine interprets contemporary tastes without compromising on classic favourites, supported by excellent ingredients sourced from the land, freshwater and sea. A prime example are the refined ravioli del plin with 100% langoustines.

Caffè delle Rose Bistrot

€€Mediterranean Cuisine

Occupying an early 20C building in the heart of Pallanza’s picturesque historic centre, this authentic bistro now has a young and contemporary feel. Run by Massimiliano Celeste, a talented chef who is very well known in the region, the restaurant specialises in Mediterranean cuisine prepared with a touch of imagination. There’s a small chef’s table in front of the kitchen, plus an old ice-house (now a small wine cellar housing some excellent wines) which is well worth visiting.

Menzaghi

€€Modern Cuisine, Seasonal Cuisine

In a small dining room decorated in traditional style, the Menzaghi Restaurant is now run by the fourth generation of the family, who passionately carry on its long-standing traditions. The owner is a great wine enthusiast, and the informal but professional service helps create a pleasant and welcoming atmosphere. The cuisine is hearty, with a strong focus on seasonal and locally sourced ingredients. It is also worth taking a look at the daily specials, which are often particularly interesting.

Antica Osteria Il Monte Rosso

€€italian

Situated on the lakeside in the residential district of Verbania, this small, Old England - style restaurant serves a selection of freshwater and saltwater fish specialities. If the weather allows, ask for one of the few tables on the panoramic terrace.

Bianca sul Lago

€€€€Creative, Mediterranean Cuisine

In the elegant setting of Bianca Relais, the restaurant’s glass walls offer a romantic view of Lake Annone, with the sun setting behind it over the hills. In the kitchen, Andrea Cannalire creates elaborate and imaginative dishes; here and there, some ingredients from his Apulian origins peek through, and the result is remarkable. A restaurant not to be missed if you’re in the area.