Vecchia Malcesine

Cuisine

Country cooking, Creative

Michelin

1

Price

€€€€

Website

https://www.vecchiamalcesine.com/

Description

Situated in a small alleyway in a tranquil spot above the historic centre of Malcesine, this restaurant opens on to a surprising garden planted with olive trees and boasting fine views of much of Lake Garda. The restaurant is run by chef Leandro Luppi, originally from the Alto Adige, who has been creating superb cuisine in this region for over 20 years and is renowned for his skilful and imaginative dishes. He now showcases his creative, personalised recipes on two tasting menus: “Qcina 24” features his latest creations, while “Our Classic” is dedicated to his iconic specialities. Dishes can a

Review score

4.6

Review count

100

Review summary

Located in Malcesine, Vecchia Malcesine offers creative country cuisine with a Michelin star. Most reviews praise the high food quality, attentive multilingual service, and stunning lake-view atmosphere. Standout dishes include risotto, Milanese cutlets, and innovative items like gin and tonic spaghetti. However, some critics note execution gaps, such as heavy sauces masking ingredients, long intervals between courses, or declining quality later in the meal. While the average rating is 4.5/5, a minority find the value questionable and cite minor service oversights.

Best for

Suitable for travelers seeking high-quality creative cuisine and lake views, though those expecting consistent execution should proceed with caution.

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