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    Nilus

    3.3 (27 reviews)

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    Great lasagna
    Sharrese S.

    Service was quick. We even managed to get a lake front table. It's located a short walk from the ferry. There was a variety of cocktails. We loved the lasagna. Come as you are. It's a cozy outdoor bar.

    They have a broad menu
    Jim R.

    We decided to make a quick day trip over to the pretty town of Varrenna-just a quick 15 min ferry ride from Bellagio. It was a hot day so we were looking for a place with a bit of air circulation and this spot fit the bill. They've got about 20 tables on a patio overlooking the lake and we were able to get a table right by the water under the shade. As it was another hot day we wanted something lighter so we ordered a bruschetta (pomodoro) and a Brie and ham panini and lots of water. Both food items were very good and came out without much delay. We enjoyed sitting in the cool of the shade watching boats come and go and people playing and swimming in the small rocky beach below the restaurant Terrace. Nothing gourmet, but nice quality and a great view.

    Pasta with ricotta
    Thay D.

    Location: amazing, one of the best in Varenna. Service: friendly; only a bit slow. Food: overall great. I had a beautiful garlic pizza (aglio). Big for 1 and full of flavour for 9 euro. People in my crowd were pleased with their choices: cheese and meat board, salad with big shrimps and pasta with ricotta. They bring butter in a bowl immersed in ice and a basket of bread, but not the most fresh available. As a nice touch, as people ordered food but one person had a cocktail only, they brought a little and cute mix of aperitif in tiny portions of crisps, pasta and olives -free of charge.

    Evening on the terrace
    Mark O.

    5 star view and service, 3 star pizzas so overall a 4. Not the greatest pizzas in Italy but we had not had one the whole week so it was time. Dough was a little tough but a big portion for €8-9. Wife's white base crudo, porcini mushroom and arugula was a thumbs up, friends diavola was good and my würstel was a little strange with slices of "hot dog" as opposed to sausage. Nice red house wine for €8 for 1/2 liter. Massive cocktail list along with beer and wine. Friendly, fast service. Would definitely recommend for the killer view on the water for lunch or a drink.

    Lily C.

    Not sure why the low ratings, Nilus cafe is a charming place by the little harbor of Varenna. We came here for lunch, the terrace was almost filled but we were able to get a nice table overlooking the planters and lake. The staff was friendly and tentative. I do agree w/ some of the reviewers that the menu choices are catered for Americans. However, the dishes were still local and I thought the quality was good and price reasonable. The view is unbeatable. Plus, free wifi :) We lounged there for almost two hours, b/c our son was playing on the harbor below. Nobody rushed us and we took our time enjoying the view.

    We managed to get a seat at one of the outdoor tables about an hour or so before sunset. The views of Lake Como were dulled by the food here. This sausage pizza my mom ordered came out and there were slices of hot dog on it!! Like what in the actual...I guess they can get away with it because they are right next to the lake but come on maybe put some more pride and effort into your food. (My sister joked that it was a taste of home.) The pasta I had was entirely forgettable. The meal was comparatively cheap so perhaps we got what we paid for. I just remember we were swatting away giant flies every other second and the space was cramped. I don't think there's any reason to flock here or any other restaurant for that matter to see a sunset that was mediocre at best.

    Breakfast here was reasonably priced and well prepared

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    Ummmm. I don't like to write bad reviews. So let's just say I'd try one of the other cafes right next store if I had to do it again.

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    8 years ago

    View was so steez but food was pretty cheeks. Typical touristy place and fairly cheep.

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    Okay food and okay service. Great location and view but otherwise nothing special. Good spot for a quick aperitif and maybe a small snack.

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    Great location and great view - only problem is that it is VERY tourists. However would still go back and enjoy lunch or a drink.

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    Review Highlights - Nilus

    We'd been ferrying around Lake Como all day and wanted a simple, tasty meal to top off an amazing sightseeing day.

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