Excellent service and food! Everything is great. Best place in Veranna in my opinion.

MAKE RESERVATIONS!!! Get help from your hotel/airbnb accommodation to get reservations! It's one of my dinner highlights for my trip! My lamb chop was SO JUICY AND MELT in my mouth! It was so good! Please get the tiramisu if they have it on their menu! read more

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Aside from the food poisoning, it was a lovely experience. The host and waiters were so kind and helpful. Every course was beautifully presented on the plate, from decorative fruits to edible butterfly accents. Unfortunately, the lake fish ragú gave me food poisoning (yes, I'm sure it was the fish ragú as it was the only thing that I ate that the rest of my family didn't that whole day. I was the only one that got sick). I thought it was strange that they added salmon in addition to the lake fish to the ragú--I'm not sure which one was contaminated, but one of them definitely made me quite sick. It was a very bad end to an overall enjoyable night. read more

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We enjoyed Al Prato! Wonderful atmosphere and Delicious food. The chef is walking around checking on things. You need a reservation -- it is small and off the beaten path! read more

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We were in Varenna 2 weeks and we think this is the best restaurant-- ate there tice. Really good food and service. Also a large daily special list. Reasonable prices, good wine list (loved the white Nymphae). The beer marinated chicken is super, as is the fillet with mushroom sauce. Really, everything was great. read more

Like many of the reviewers, this restaurant is a 5+stars. We started out with the Eggplant Parmigiana sooooo good.I had the Lamb Chops. Cooked exactly how I like them, medium rare. 4 very meaty chops with a light mint sauce underneath. Served with a mixture of carrots and zucchini and a delicious potato that had a subtle spice I can't describe. My wife had the Sea Bass which was also served either tge potato and mixed veggies. Cooked to perfection. We finished it off with a pineapple ice cream dessert tgat was superb. All the dishes came presented beautifully decorated. We even got to talk to the owner Giovanni. Hard to get reservations. They book up very fast. Maybe use What's-app? I just got lucky and popped in and made my reservation. read more

Incredible dining on an adorable cobblestone, quiet road in beautiful Varenna! Our favorite dish was the steak tartar, but we loved the tomato soup, sea bass, and the dessert! Make reservations! They fill up quickly and do not take walk in usually as there is one seating per night. read more

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Delightful outdoor seating with exceptionally helpful servers and creative, delicious dining choices! Choose a blackboard special of the day with a local vino!! We loved all of our meals, drinks and wine!! Make a reservation a few days in advance. read more

Wow. If you're in Varenna for lunch or dinner, you HAVE to come! This was one of five restaurants we tried in town and it was so obviously the BEST! AMBIANCE: The location is set back from the main drag, which is honestly a relief. The crowds get so thick and noisy on the water it's just not pleasant. But here, Al Prato is tucked away on a little quiet corner and it feels much more private. You can still hear the waves on the water. FOOD: Delicious. Anything you order will be delicious. In fact, it was so good that my husband and I came two nights in a row (and we noticed another couple who literally did the same ). Our first night, we got: - eggplant parmesan appetizer: the best thing I've eaten during my week on Lake Como! Not too cheesy, perfectly cooked eggplant, tasty and beautiful plate garnishes - risotto (must order at least 2 portions): it came with some raw shrimp in the middle that was fresh and tasty. some kind of pink element in the sauce. cheese, perhaps ricotta? in all to die for. - redfin tuna special: sesame crusted tuna served with orange basil sauce, roasted veggies, and a delightful bit of potatoes au gratin. everything on the plate was just right. i ate it all! On our second night, we just got dessert (we didn't have room the first time!). We got: - homemade tiramisu: comes in a jar and has generous layers of cream and cake with beautiful fruit and chocolate garnishes on top - warm chocolate cake: it came with a heavenly gooey center, lots of fruit garnish, a scoop of gelato, and tart red berry sauce. SERVICE: beyond the incredible ambiance and food, the service is really the hallmark of this place. The staff is exceedingly kind and helpful. They show their personality and really seem to enjoy where they work. The owners, a married couple, are ever present and show a lot of passion. They take great care to only accept the amount of guests that allows them to really take their time with each table so nothing ever feels rushed. We were even encouraged to take our time and please enjoy the timing. We adjusted to that philosophy quite nicely. read more

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Omg this is the best Italian food I've had while in so this is a Verenna! The place is small and intimate so best to make a reservation in advance. Highly recommended. delizioso!!! read more

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The service was VERY good. The food was amazing. The setting very nice. It is just up the hill from all the crowded waterfront restaurants and well worth the short walk read more

Awesome service and food! The food was delicious! Levels of favors and variety ! Drinks were on point as well!

This is a must visit!!! There was a bit of a mix up with our reservation - we had a Conceirge book for us, but the owner told me that they only take direct reservations now because too many people do not show up for their reservation when it's booked through a third party. Luckily, they were able to squeeze us in. And thank goodness they did - they were fully booked for the night and we saw them turn away dozens of people. The food here is absolutely incredible - we leaned into the lake life and went for all sea food. The quality of the food was amazing and the portions were generous. This felt more like eating dinner at a friends house than eating at a restaurant. We didn't have room for dessert but saw them brought out to several other tables - they looked incredible (especially the cheese cake). This is definitely a spot that should not be missed while you are staying in Varenna! read more

Excellent in all respects. Flavorful and beautifully presented food with good wine and service. We had grilled octopus presented with pumpkin purée and small elements of fresh berries and thin slices of nectarine, followed with mixed fish grilled- salmon, lake fish and another fish. A Wonderful tiramisu and a very good ricotta cheese cake for our desserts. read more

Found this restaurant on Yelp and TripAdvisor and it did not disappoint. The food and wine were delicious. We were in town in September and tried to make a reservation the same day and it was booked up so I highly recommend calling ahead. Luckily we were able to get a table the following night. The restaurant is located away from the other restaurants. It was such a nice private setting with their own courtyard. Wine selection was great- be aware only you can only talk to one guy about the wine. We started with the octopus and it was beautiful and so tender. I ordered the lamb chops bc of the yelp raves and it was so tender you don't need a knife. My husband got the fish wrapped in cellophane. While it was tasty, he was not a fan of that cooking method. Dessert was yummy, we wanted to try their version of tiramisu. We would definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone coming to Varenna. read more

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1) food 6 out of 5, best food by Como lake hands down 2) owner is the one who will seat you and will take order, he admits he must be called "Rude stuff" he claims that he must be like this, because it helps run the business, let it be, 4/5 on this one 3) atmosphere is super cozy, you have huge pine tree that will cover the sunlight 5/5 Overall experience is amazing, do not call to try to do reservation, they are not taking any, we tried and we were told they fully booked, but we came right after 12:00 pm (which is the time when they open) we got seated right away! read more

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A most pleasing dinner at AlPrato in Varenna! We enjoyed a surprisingly light Buffalo Mozzarella and Tomato appetizer followed by perfectly seasoned Beef Tar Tar & Breast of Duck all' arancia dinners. As for dessert, the Cheese cake ciocco e lamponi cannot be missed either. Everything was perfectly prepared and presented. The prices were extremely fair (if not underpriced). At dinner, there was one seating, so there was no rush and you got to enjoy the experience. Caution! Reservations for lunch and dinner are a must! Multiple disappointed diners were turned away as this is a must experience. read more

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Probably the best restaurant in Varenna. Service was friendly and helpful. Food was well above par. Enjoyed our conversation with fellow vacationers at the next table. read more

Ate here twice! Everything was delicious and service was great!! Reservations definitely required- we watched lots of people get turned away. read more

Another fabulous dinner in Varenna. Food and service were top notch. A warm welcome from the proprietor. Astoria Galic Prosecco, €25. Very crisp. Loved it. Amuse bouche of chopped sea bass. Very fresh. Eggplant parmigiana. Tracie hates eggplant and declared it delicious. The plating here is spectacular. Terre del Föhn, Terodego, 2018, €18. Fruity and acidic. Lamb chops with potatoes two ways. Lamb was perfectly cooked to pink/red. Chocolate cake. Beautiful and tasty. Coffee and grappa. + Wi-FI + seats 40 + Pinti 1929 flatware - chic and retro modern + music - background jazz + purse stool for the lady's handbag. Tres chic. 0 paper napkins, but they are thick and have their logo €88 for dinner for two on 08MAR2020 read more

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Outstanding. The lasagna was delicately and passionately executed- house-made pasta prepared by placing a serving in a ramekin, surrounded by cream, baked, then dressed with olive oil. Absolutely amazing. The lamb was the best I've ever had. Truly outstanding. Note that they were fully booked before opening every day we weee in Varenna. We weee fortunate to get a reservation the day before. This was the best meal we had in Italy. Absolutely memorable. Don't miss this one. Big thanks to our server Giovani. read more

Al Prato is our favorite new place in Varenna. When we got to the lake, we walked to the restaurant and asked to make reservations for our last night there. The staff was quick to accommodate us, and when we arrived for our reservation (on a Tuesday night when the restaurant opened) they were already having to turn away walk-ins. This place is a hit! Make sure to look at the specials and make reservations. read more

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Fantastic food and very pleasant service - although busy. Some of the best meals in the area. Be sure to get a res ahead of time. read more

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Extraordinarily. Home made pasta was al dente and not too much butter/Olive oil. The ravioli was amazing. The flavor is very sophisticated. The risotto with scallop and prawns and cuttlefish ink was also very flavorful. We will definitely come back if we are in town again. read more

Fantastic dining experience. Pumpkin soup, truffle steak, and ink linguine with prawns and scallops were delicious.

We came for a rushed lunch, prior to taking the Ferry, We ate 3 appetizers, all three were incredible!! With 2 delicious glasses of wine, And we made it to the Ferry, it was so good that we decided to take the ferry back for Dinner also. read more

I am overdue in writing this review -- we ate at Al Prato in early November 2019 and it was a spectacular meal! Our VRBO hosts recommended the restaurant, and even made a reservation for us ... and, OH!, we are so glad they did! Service and food were TOP NOTCH! Beautiful, well-executed, and absolutely delicious wines recommended by the knowledgeable staff. Should we find ourselves in Varenna again, we would make a reservation here pronto ... or shall I say, "Al Prato!" :) I don't give 5-stars very easily in my reviews, but Al Prato deserves every star ... and more! read more

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I am so glad we decided to splurge and treat ourselves to another nice dinner in Varenna. We tried to come our first night in the area and they informed us that they were booked and recommended setting a reservation for the following night which we accepted. My husband and I observed that it seems as they once do once round of seating per night which would explain why we were turned away the prior day. We started with the stewed octopus appetizer which was I would dare to say was the best thing I ate while in Varenna. So if they have it on the menu it won't disappoint so do yourself a favor and order it! For our mains we went with beef tartar and lamb chops which were both very good. We ended the night with a chocolate soufflé which had a delicious berry sauce I couldn't get enough of. I don't know they do to their strawberries in Italy but they are beyond delicious. read more

Probably our best meal in Varenna. The beef, tuna, wine selection and nice outdoor vibe were all wonderful.

Al Prato lives up to the other reviews. It is a small charming bistro with a modest yet interesting menu. The people are exceptionally warm and helpful. But the main thing is the food. It is truly great. Everything is cooked and flavored perfectly. The presentation is innovative, and the combinations of ingredients are delightful. My only complaint is that the appetizers are large. Otherwise, I'd highly recommend this wonderful spot. read more

Great staff and the best seafood pasta I've ever had! Accommodating to children. Not pram/stroller friendly. read more

An amazing meal! We had the eggplant parmigiana, beef tartar, lamp chops and tiramisu for dessert. Probably the best meal I have eaten to date! read more

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Two Americans in Europe, trying to yelp our way to good meals! My then-fiancée and I made reservations for a Saturday night after being told the place was completely booked when we walked by on Friday afternoon. No worries though, as Saturday was our last night in Lake Como! It's now been some time since our trip, but my now-wife and I still recall the delicious meals we had at Al Prato last summer and have recommended it to friends traveling to Italy. The service was excellent, the ambiance was classy but not stuffy, and of course the food was perfect! It will be some time before we return, but it's definitely on the short-list. read more

We tried to go here the first night we were in Varenna, but they were fully booked. We made a reservation for two nights in the future. Highly recommended, because they're always booked up and you understand why after you eat there. Food is next level! All pasta is homemade. Serving sizes/portions are great, not too much but still hearty enough. The dark chocolate berry soufflé was the best dessert I've ever had in my LIFE. Friendly and helpful wait staff, who will provide recommendations and stay patient with English travelers trying to speak Italian :) beautiful location as well, off the main drag of the lake but still maintains that classic Italian charm. read more

Impressive restaurant, just down the back of Varenna. Pasta was amazing. Service was quick and dishes came out promptly, not the slow Italian style on the rest of the lake, so this is a perfect pit stop for lunch if you have somewhere to be in the afternoon! Octopus starter was amazing - do order it if its on the menu! read more

Oh my stars! What a beautiful space to enjoy a meal. The waiter/owner was friendly and accommodating. The service was very efficient without any hint of being rushed. We showed really late at night and we're never made to feel like we had to hurry up and leave. Our appetizer was out of this world--beetroot gnocchi in pumpkin cream sauce followed by asparagus and scallop risotto THEN an amazingly tender filet of beef with perfect vegetables. As if that weren't enough, we ended with warm chocolate lava-type cake on a slab of 5 kinds of berries in whip cream and a scoop of vanilla gelato! Unforgettable!! read more

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We loved Al Prato! They have a covered patio on a quiet street perfect for dinner. They offer a great selection of local wines. We ordered the ravioli special which was out of this world. We then had the lamb and beef dish, followed by chocolate soufflé. read more

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The girl at the front desk of our hotel pointed us to Al Prato for lunch and it was such a memorable meal.. so grateful! The lake fish was so flavorful.. the patio was so relaxing.. the service was exceptional! I look forward to returning.. read more

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Excellent restaurant in Varenna. Not on the lake but just steps away in a beautiful Piazza Al Prato with excellent food and service. I highly recommend this place. All the dishes from appetizers to deserts were outstanding the beef tartar or cooked with truffles were fantastic and the lake fishes were absolutely wonderful and cooked to perfection. All presented in very nice plates extremely well ornate. The deserts were all excellent as well and wonderfully presented. The restaurant owner was extremely friendly and courteous as well as the rest of the staff. He recommended an excellent white wine very reasonably priced to pair with our meal. The pace of service was perfect. All the dishes served at the right temperature and at a comfortable time so we could enjoy our meal and never feel longing for attention. We were 3 today Sunday September 15 for lunch. I am usually quite demanding and specific when it comes to restaurant experience. I have been fortunate to visit Michelin starred establishments in several countries. I will place Al Prato high on my list of "très bonne table à ne pas manquer si vous passez à Varenna". read more

Wow! Must go. Wife found in yelp. Fully booked and we weren't going to get in one a party of four became a party of two and the maitre d' called us back in. What a fantastic meal. Great wine. Very good cheese board. Wife has ink pasta with shrimp that was amazing. I had vegetable lasagna with homemade pasta. Wow. So rich and good. Dessert was outstanding. read more

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