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Schloss Schauenstein

★★★ Michelin€€€€Creative, Country cooking

The jewel in the crown of Andreas Caminada's suite of restaurants delivers an exceptional experience across the board. From the wonderfully stylish interior of this historical castle nestled at the foot of Piz Beverin, to the impeccably professional service, to the sophisticated, beautifully balanced cuisine abounding with interestingly contrasting flavours. Instead of relying on conventional premium ingredients, the dishes draw almost exclusively on the very finest of what the Graubünden region has to offer! Some of the produce is sourced from their own fantastic vegetable garden. The meal ki

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

7132 Silver

★★ Michelin€€€€Creative, Innovative

Dutchman Marcel Koolen is at the helm of the kitchen at this stylishly urban restaurant (housed in 7132 Hotel, a heritage building that is a magnet for design and architecture fans). With the support of his international team and executive chef Matthias Schmidberger, he proposes highly creative cuisine that features pleasing contrasts and accentuates the natural flavours of the wonderful ingredients. Dishes are pared down to the essentials with stunning results. Take, for example, the hake, cooked on a binchotan charcoal grill and accompanied by the characteristic earthiness of a stuffed morel

The Japanese Restaurant

★★ Michelin€€€€Japanese Contemporary, Fusion

In the sleek and chic restaurant of the luxury hotel The Chedi, at almost 1 500m above sea level, twin brothers Fabio Toffolon and Dominik Sato share the helm in the kitchen. Working with first-rate ingredients, they present an intriguing blend of Japanese cuisine and European influences in the form of a five- or six-course omakase menu or as a complete eight-course culinary journey. The latter includes the two signature dishes – one featuring wonderfully tender langoustine, the other top-quality Ozaki Wagyu A5 – which can be added or swapped into the shorter menu. Alternatively, a vegetarian

IGNIV by Andreas Caminada

★★ Michelin€€€€Sharing, Modern Cuisine

Another member of Andreas Caminada's IGNIV family. Designed by Patricia Urquiola, this restaurant in Andermatt's Reuss district showcases impeccable taste and modern elegance, with artwork by Gina Fischli, David Renggli and Philip Taaffe adorning the walls. Chef Valentin Sträuli, a young talent, who trained under Andreas Caminada and previously worked in the kitchen at Schloss Schauenstein, maintains allegiance to the IGNIV tradition while weaving in his own culinary vision. The result is extremely intense and punchy dishes, such as the super-fresh whitefish cut into fine strips and marinated

Ecco St. Moritz

★★ Michelin€€€€Creative, Modern French

Winter in the Engadine region promises a host of exciting culinary experiences at the fine dining restaurant of hotel Giardino Mountain here in St Moritz. Reto Brändli captivates diners with cuisine strongly rooted in French tradition, combining depth of flavour with finesse. Exceptional ingredients are at the heart of each dish. A prime example of his outstanding craftsmanship is the pâté en croûte, with its distinctive filling of venison, pork and goose encased in a perfectly baked crust and served with a quenelle of red wine mustard ice cream, pickled gherkin and a delicately jellied lingon

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

OZ

★ Michelin€€€€Vegetarian, Creative

The beautiful grounds of Schloss Schauenstein are home to OZ, another of Andreas Caminada's restaurants. The name is derived from the Romansh word for "today", a nod to the contemporary cuisine served here, which is exclusively vegetarian. Seasonal produce arrives fresh from the estate's own permaculture garden or from long-standing partners, and preserves ensure variety on the plate during the winter months. You certainly won’t miss meat, given the diverse and harmoniously composed flavours showcased by chef Simeon Nikolov in his creative nine-course menu. The Chawanmushi variation is a highl

GÜTSCH by Markus Neff

★ Michelin€€€Classic French, Farm to table

This restaurant high up on the Gütsch mountain (2 344m above sea level), after which it is named, can be reached on the Gütsch Express cable car – hop on at the lower terminus (departing from Andermatt railway station). Chef Markus Neff and his team, along with the restaurateur trio of Müller, Gruß and Neumüller, put their heart and soul into this venture. The best place to sit is on the spectacular terrace – you could even call it a viewing platform! And if the weather isn't playing ball, it's just as pleasant to sit inside. The decor is modern and simple, which is entirely in keeping with th

The Japanese by The Chedi at Gütsch

★ Michelin€€€€Japanese Contemporary, Fusion

For a chance to savour terrific Japanese cuisine high up in a stunning Alpine setting, head to this restaurant, located 2 344m above sea level, and preferably bag a table on the wonderful terrace set against this grandiose mountain backdrop! Working in tandem, twin brothers Dominik Sato and Fabio Toffolon create classic Japanese cuisine with subtle European influences. Opt for the "Omakase Kaiseki Menu" (vegetarian version possible), "Shidashi Bento" or their wonderful selection of sushi, sashimi – and N25 caviar. A children's menu is also available. Smooth service is provided by a friendly an

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

Talvo

★ Michelin€€€€Mediterranean Cuisine

Steeped in tradition, Talvo has entered a new era. After a good innings at this enchanting Engadine farmhouse, which dates from 1658, Martin Dalsass has passed the torch to his long-standing colleagues: Kevin Fernandez now runs the kitchen and Lisa Carlevero presides front of house. In his Mediterranean creations, the chef – of Spanish descent – maintains the pure essence of his mentor's cuisine while subtly incorporating his own signature style. The quality of the ingredients is second to none. Diners can look forward to cordial and professional service in an elegant, cosy setting. Some of th

Il Sereno Al Lago Restaurant

★ Michelin€€€€Modern Cuisine, Contemporary

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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.

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

🕐 We-Su 09:00-14:00, Tu-Su 17:00-23:00

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!

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.

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.

Stiva Grischuna

必比登€€Regional Cuisine, Traditional Cuisine

Dating back over 300 years, this traditional Graubünden house abounds with charm. The cosy, rustic restaurant, with its sloping walls, old soapstone stove and beautiful wood-panelled ceiling, has the feel of a place steeped in history. The hearty food is firmly rooted in the region, with classics such as Capuns (Swiss chard rolls) and Maluns (fried potato crumbles), as well as saffron soup, beef tartare, and sliced veal with creamy mushroom sauce – simply delicious! Prices are very fair, and service is pleasingly friendly and informal. It's wise to book, as the restaurant is very popular, espe

Casa Casutt - Ustria

必比登€€Country cooking, Classic Cuisine

In this house with a long history, Linus and Therese Arpagaus serve up excellent cuisine made from fresh ingredients. The menu takes its cue from the region and includes Mediterranean influences. Expect classics such as capuns and pizochels, as well as offal specialities such as sweetbreads, veal liver and tripe. At lunchtime, there is also an inexpensive menu of the day. The interior is charming with its pretty traditional Stube, and the presence of many locals makes for a lively atmosphere. Expert service is overseen by the cordial lady of the house. The secluded garden terrace is a wonderfu

Casa Caminada

必比登€€Country cooking, Seasonal Cuisine

This restaurant enjoys a lovely, quiet location in the castle grounds. Inside the bright, high-ceilinged space, modern design meets warm wood; outside, there is a gorgeous terrace. Service is adept and delivered by a thoroughly charming team. They serve regional cuisine, in which seasonal ingredients sourced from select local producers go into extremely flavoursome dishes – the produce steals the show. Andreas Caminada's take on Graubünden classics also features on the menu, such as Maluns (fried potato crumbles) with apple compote and cheese, or Capuns Tatta (dough-filled chard leaf wraps). T

La Scarpetta

必比登€€Italian Contemporary

With rustic floorboards, bare wooden tables and charming decorative touches including stylish chandeliers, paintings, wine bottles and wall clocks, the setting could not be more inviting. The atmosphere is pleasingly laid back; it's clear that the team enjoys what they do, and that strikes a chord with diners, who are basically treated as friends. The down-to-earth cuisine suits the vibe perfectly. Whether you plump for the pasta of the day, the red prawn carpaccio or the vitello tonnato, you are guaranteed a flavoursome dish made with select, fresh ingredients. The range of moderately priced

Groven

€€Classic Cuisine

A small restaurant with a focus on simple local dishes. If you stop here for lunch on the terrace, you’ll find a different menu every day inspired by whatever ingredients are in season. There’s also a tempting selection of cheeses and game such as venison and wild boar during the hunting season, plus an interesting wine list.

Crotasc

€€Cuisine from Valtellina, Modern Cuisine

Here one can choose between a smaller, typically mountain style dining room with stone paving and open fireplace and a larger room in contemporary rustic style. In summer one can dine on the terrace.

Beccaccino

€€Mediterranean Cuisine

Situated within a nature reserve, this recently renovated restaurant makes the most of its natural materials and bright, airy feel. The menu focuses on fish dishes made from freshwater and saltwater fish alike.

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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!

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

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.

Berghuus Radons

€€Seasonal Cuisine

The magnificent location alone – against a stunning mountain backdrop – makes it worth coming to Berghuus. The interior decor is just as charming: carefully restored, the historical timber house oozes charm with its upscale aesthetic combining rustic style and modern touches. The cuisine features regional ingredients, the provenance of which is stated on the menu. In the evening, choose from six dishes, half of which are vegetarian, to put together a three-course meal. There is also a small à la carte menu featuring traditional regional classics. And be sure to take a look at the wine list, wh

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.

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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.

Casa Tödi

€€€Seasonal Cuisine, International

Manuel Reichenbach represents the third generation of his family to run the kitchen here. The cuisine showcases regional and seasonal ingredients of the finest quality. Sustainability is also a core value at this restaurant. Take a punt on the surprise menu, which comprises four to seven courses, or go à la carte. The friendly and adept front-of-house team is managed by the proprietress.

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 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

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.

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

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.

Le Vie del Borgo

€€Country cooking, Contemporary

In a renovated building in the historic center of the picturesque village of Toceno, in Val Vigezzo, a young couple passionately presents recipes from the region and beyond: dishes showcasing modern technique, excellent seasonal products, and an interesting wine list. The restaurant comprises several intimate dining rooms in Alpine style. In summer, the pleasant outdoor terrace with limited seating must be reserved well in advance.

Le Colonne

€€Country cooking, Traditional Cuisine

In the small historic center of town, a couple with comprehensive management experience operates this well maintained, modest restaurant offering eclectic cuisine.

Stiva Veglia

€€€Country cooking, Traditional Cuisine

Situated in an idyllic little village, this lovingly restored Graubünden house dating back to 1761 is replete with Alpine charm. The interior is exceptionally pretty with its wood-panelled rooms that are welcoming and stylish in equal measure. Make a beeline for the terrace in summer. Tino Zimmermann delivers modern regional cuisine. There is a set menu of up to nine courses. A classic of the house is the "Schmauser 45-minute egg". A vegetarian menu is also available upon request. Fantastic produce such as Val Lumnezia Arctic char demonstrates a clear connection to the region. Diners are waite

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!

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.

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.

Walser Schtuba

€€Country cooking, Modern Cuisine

This delightful Alpine - style restaurant stands in the picturesque upper section of the Val Formazza. The menu features local specialities reinterpreted with a light, modern twist. Outdoor dining in summer.

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.

Gasthaus am Brunnen

€€€Country cooking

The picturesque Gasthaus am Brunnen sits in the centre of this Graubünden mountain village. Locals meeting for lunch or a drink favour the rustic dining room, while the smart, minimalist-style restaurant is more elegant. The food is modern and uses exclusively local produce. Try the veal tenderloin cooked on a rock salt slab and served with herb caviar, mustard and garlic risotto and vegetables. The female chef's desserts are delicious.

Guarda Val

€€€€International, Modern Cuisine

At the fine dining restaurant of the Maiensäss Hotel Guarda Val, which enjoys an idyllic location, the rustic charm of a 300-year-old cow byre meets sleek contemporary design. Exceedingly tasteful decor also lends warmth to the lovely lofty space, and the team provides friendly and adept service. The kitchen champions regional sourcing, relying almost entirely on Swiss ingredients for the two set menus (one vegetarian) and à la carte options such as "Lago Maggiore pike-perch with verjus and Jerusalem artichoke". Lunch is more streamlined, featuring a three-course set menu and an à la carte sel

Nicolin

€€€Modern Cuisine, Mediterranean Cuisine

Restaurant-hotel not far from the centre, but in a quiet, residential area, this is where you can find some of the best cuisine in town. The cook revisits some national dishes in a personal way, with a few seafood offerings as well.

Malenco

€€Alpine, Regional Cuisine

This typical family-run restaurant serves typical mountain cuisine, although a few fish dishes also feature on the menu. Highlights include game, cheese and the delicious homemade pizzoccheri pasta. Ask the young son for recommendations from the wine list, which includes labels from Valtellina.

Hide & Seek

€€€Mediterranean Cuisine, Regional Cuisine

If you like to dine in a lively, modern atmosphere, the restaurant of Hotel Giardino Mountain is for you. The interior design marries chic contemporary touches with rustic wood. Service is attentive and professional. Most importantly there is the Mediterranean and Swiss cuisine, which prioritises aroma and flavour and is made using fresh, often regional ingredients. At lunchtime, the menu is simpler than in the evening. The terrace is a lovely spot when the sun is out.

Paradiso

€€€€Traditional Cuisine, Alpine

In good weather, you can take in breathtaking views up here at 2 181m above sea level. This down-to-earth Mountain Club restaurant appeals to diners of all ages. You can look forward to good food and a great wine selection, as well as a relaxed atmosphere, partly thanks to the music and DJs. Note: there is an entry fee for non-members. Accessible by chairlift and a short walk (10min).

Chasellas

€€€Country cooking, Traditional Cuisine

This charming restaurant in the Suvretta House hotel at the entrance to the skiing and hiking area has found a winning formula, offering rustic specialities for lunch and more sophisticated dishes in the evening, such as herb-crusted rack of lamb, mashed potatoes, chanterelle-asparagus ragout and baby carrots.

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.

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.

Scalottas - Terroir

€€Regional Cuisine, Seasonal Cuisine

At this trendy Alpine-style restaurant, the kitchen works exclusively with regional ingredients, many of which they produce themselves. Seasonality and a strong sense of terroir define the cuisine – the staff will be happy to tell you more about their concept. To order, simply mix and match the dishes on the menu that pique your interest. From Vazerol char to Grisons lamb, the outstanding quality of the ingredients shines through in every course. The wines are also sourced from the region and surrounding areas. Warm and courteous service is provided by staff who are attentive to diners' needs.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Mulania Brasserie

€€€International, Seasonal Cuisine

With its combination of sleek, contemporary style and rustic ceiling beams, this old Graubünden building provides an attractive setting. Host couple Yvonne Marx and Sascha Meyer have reimagined their place as a brasserie, serving tried-and-tested regional specialities such as capuns (chard rolls) or quark pizokels (buckwheat spaetzle), plus brasserie classics like moules frites or beef bourguignon. Last but not least, there are some delicious seafood options – the chef's first love. Delightful terrace. Open from 3pm.

Langosteria

€€€€Italian Contemporary

This is a place to see and be seen on the ski slopes overlooking St Moritz. The terrace affords magnificent views, making it a delightful spot in which to savour freshly prepared Italian cuisine. Langoustine, lobster and fish, truffle pizza and pasta are the specialities of this restaurant, which also has locations in Milan, Paris and Paraggi. If you're not skiing, the best way to get here is by taxi.

Agriturismo Ferdy

€€€Contemporary, Alpine

Once you’ve left your car in the car park and crossed the Brembo river, you enter a fairytale setting of meadows and horses surrounded by the Orobic peaks. Here, the cuisine is a declaration of love for the mountains – although occasionally elaborate, the carefully prepared dishes are substantial and full of flavour, with the same solid character as the inhabitants of these valleys and with meat and dairy produce taking centre stage. The cheese trolley at the end of your meal is a real highlight – there’s something here for all tastes! The wine list is also full of character, featuring a perso

HATECKE

€€Meats and Grills, Swiss

Located in the heart of St Moritz, this elegant, minimalist-style bistro is adjacent to the butcher's shop of the same name, which is famed for its dried meat. So, it should come as no surprise that meat has pride of place here. Dishes are meticulously prepared and impressively flavoursome. Menu options such as tartare or carpaccio, braised beef cheeks or Siedfleisch (premium boiled beef) are sure to whet the appetite. With its welcoming atmosphere, as well as the friendly, attentive service, this place has garnered plenty of regulars. Good to know: Hot meals are served throughout the day. Boo

Feel Como

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