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    Al Prato

    4.9 (46 reviews)

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    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Mocktail!!!
    Finney M.

    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!

    Joanna K.

    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.

    Eggplant parmesan
    Paige L.

    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.

    Eggplant Parmesan
    Leticia M.

    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!!!

    Outdoor seating
    Irene B.

    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.

    Tomatoes soup

    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!

    Complimentary starter
    John M.

    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.

    Al Prato - chocolate cake
    Dave B.

    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

    Seared ahi with orange pesto
    Dana H.

    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.

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    19 days ago

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

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

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

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

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    B Style Bellagio - Drinks

    B Style Bellagio

    4.9(30 reviews)
    3.0 km

    We came during the daytime tourist rush and this restaurant provided a relaxed, quiet option, with…read morewell-executed dishes. The particular alley it was on was not as bustling as the others and the outdoor tables looked inviting as we passed by. We ended up dining inside, where we could be seated immediately. The decor was impressive and fun. We went with a local buckwheat noodle dish (pizzoccheri), which had a very unique and earthy flavor. Recommended to grind fresh pepper on it before enjoying. Worth trying if you're adventurous and want to familiarize yourself with the cuisine of the Valtellina valley. We also had a more classic red sauce pasta (lasagne al ragù di carne). Very thin, light, and elegant noodles in both dishes. An excellent portion size for lunch. Service was attentive and outstanding. Stop by for a quiet and delicious lunch in the busy little lakeside village of Bellagio.

    Found this wonderful wine bar while meandering up and down the alley ways in Bellagio. It's in a…read morenice quiet area away from the tourists. The staff were super friendly and attentive. We sat outside and ordered an Aperol Spritz ,made exceptionally well , along with a delicious platter of assorted cheeses and jams. There were several hard cheeses and several soft such as goat cheese with cherries. All so good . The pumpkin and pear jams were excellent and complimented the cheeses so well. This is a perfect spot to sit and unwind , highly recommended.

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    B Style Bellagio
    B Style Bellagio - Signage on the cute cobblestone street

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    Signage on the cute cobblestone street

    Angolo DiVino - Bruschetta with straticella along with bresaola-Reggiano-arugula appetizer

    Angolo DiVino

    5.0(11 reviews)
    3.0 km
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    We stopped in casually for an early lunch, and I am so glad we did. This was a meal that was…read moreunplanned and by far our best one yet during our tour in Italy. It is a mom & son owned restaurant with warm and welcoming service. While the menu is not too expansive, what they do have to offer makes up for it in quality, taste, and freshness. I would come back again and again. One of the best hidden gems of Bellagio. Not pictured here, but order a salad with your pastas! We enjoyed the Mediterranean one and made our own dressing with the balsamic vinegar and olive oil table side. Amazing meal.

    Simply the best! This is probably the best restaurant we tried in Bellagio. We tried a lot. The…read moremenu is limited and take note the kitchen closes at 6 pm but you can still order wine until 7 pm. They are located in a secluded alley hiding from the throngs of tourists. It's a small operation that does it right. I had the most incredible bruschetta of my life. A white buffalo style creamy cheese layered on toasted bread with fresh, red full flavored tomatoes. This is not the traditional version but order it. Their wild boar pasta was excellent along with the cacio and pepe pasta. The pasta was cooked to perfection. The service was good, kind owner, cutest location and small menu is delicious. How this is flying under the radar I'm shocked. We ate at some of the highly touted restaurants and were underwhelmed by other reviewers recommendations. I loved, loved this small, precious and special little gem.

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    Angolo DiVino - Cabbage, potato, mushroom pasta

    Cabbage, potato, mushroom pasta

    Angolo DiVino - Restaurant front

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    Il Molo - I didn't like my cookies, but the birds were happy to finish them

    Il Molo

    3.5(77 reviews)
    0.0 km
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    It was a bit pricier than I wanted it to be, but the views were impeccable and one of the girls let…read moreme use a closer bathroom, even though I wasn't supposed to, so that was super helpful. She put us right by the water, which was really nice because there was some people waiting. The food was fine. Nothing crazy but it was really good. You're in Italy. What else can you ask for.

    Insane views but subpar service. The spot is situated perfectly in that you can watch the sunset…read moreright on the water and people watch as you eat and drink. However, there are limited seats available, which has led to very long lines. Thankfully, my boyfriend and I were able to get seats immediately because we came in between meals. However, in my opinion, the service was subpar. We recognize that the waiters were probably tired and overwhelmed from the lunch rush, but felt that when they do occasionally check on you, they're not very friendly. We had ordered a glass of wine as well as lemon and watermelon granitas, which are almost like an Italian ice slushy. The granitas are good, but not anything terribly special. Would recommend coming for the views, but otherwise the drinks as well as the service were average, if not slightly lower than average (in my opinion). There was also someone vaping right next to us, which was off putting for me personally and may have been better if there was more spacing between the tables.

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    Il Molo - Scrambled eggs and bacon

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    Osteria Quatro Pass - Lake fish appetizer

    Osteria Quatro Pass

    4.5(55 reviews)
    0.2 km
    €€€

    Food: 4/5 Service: 4/5…read moreAmbiance: 4/5 One of the restaurants that open a little bit early so we have decided to try it out. We got there 10 minutes before and people started coming after us. We got the seat even we didn't have reservations. I ordered risotto with fried perch (minimum 2 orders), lake fish sampler entree, and white wine to pair with fish dishes. Risotto flavor was good but the texture was a bit hard for my taste. It was different from the one I had in Venice. I don't know which one is authentic but I don't really like the texture of this one. Lake fish sampler also great on seasoning but then again some fishes have small bones which I didn't like. So if small bones bother you like me, I suggest don't order this dish. Also order "Miascia" with figs jam and pumpkin ice-cream. Which tasted balance with ice cream and taste of fig jam. Overall experience was ok but it was a bit over priced.

    There was not much selection of restaurants on Varenna in Lake Como. So we stumbled across this…read morerestaurant without reservation for dinner. We were seated as soon as they opened; which was very nice of them. We ordered their Risotto and Grilled fish and ended our dinner with sweet dessert that they have. Their Risotto was not my favorite because the rice was tough to chew and fish had tiny bones in them. Risotto had good seasoning but texture was not what I prefer. Grilled fish platter was decent but fish had a lot of tiny bones that I didn't like. Seasonings were great! Service was good and staff were talking in English and smiling and friendly with people. Table settings were in family style and this place is good for large families.

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    Osteria Quatro Pass - Complimentary tasting from the chef! Smoked duck with mousse

    Complimentary tasting from the chef! Smoked duck with mousse

    Osteria Quatro Pass - Filet

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