You think you've had gnocchi. You've tried to make gnocchi, and failed despite following the steps…read morecarefully, because you ended up with little potato dough lumps that sit in your stomach. Then you come here and taste heaven: little pillow clouds with a rainbow of different sauces. You can get risotto as well which is great but let's be honest you can get great risotto all over, and make it yourself. Feast on the gnocchi and never look back!

I had a bit of trouble finding this places as there are lots of other restaurants with outside…read moreseating in this area, but someone pointed it out. It's down in a little basement area. Kind of dark and moody...looks legit! This place was crowded when I went and for good reason. The food was amazing. I tried the lobster gnocchi and shrimp and lemon zest risotto both were really great. The service was fantastic and even though they were busy they still found me a seat. I didn't plan on being in Varese but this meal made the trip worth it. Highly recommended.

best place for lunch, every day new menu and best burger! People are very gentle, waiting time 5-7…read moremin, always nice music of the background, the price is good. This place worth every penny!

This resturant has been visited by countless celebrities. Cant believe it hasnt been rated. Maybe…read morebecause its not in Milan its outside. But this is REAL Italy not a tourist trap resturant. The food is authentic the people are true everything is what REAL Italy is. When you visit a country look for locals not the tourist resturants

Absolutely amazing fresh delicious Italian food! Service is impeccable with a huge range of wines…read moreto select. Family style atmosphere with friendly staff chef and owners! Will come back again just to go to Hermitage!! **UPDATE - NEW ADDRESS Via Conte Biancamano 41 21100 VARESE

I LOVE this place. Amazing food, great service, beautiful atmosphere. Many locals come here on…read morespecial occasions. On weekend nights they have an antipasti buffet which is fantastic. The tiramisu is the perfect way to end the meal. I usually ask which pastas are hand-made that day. English is limited - this is not a tourist place. This restaurant is quieter in atmosphere than most. Speak quietly if you are American and are used to yelling across the table, as you will ruin it for all other Americans who come after you. If you can speak a bit of Italian and know about regional cuisine differences of Italy, you will love this place.

Excellent service and delicious interesting dishes. The menu changes with the best finds and the…read morequality of each dish was excellent. I have had wonderful meals there.

Pheasant in a black truffle sauce and possibly the best white wine I've ever had. I wish there were…read moremore than 5 stars. The ssuteed vegetables made me feel like the critic in the Disney movie Ratatouille. I'm moving in the basement here, the Politizia and Carbinieri (sp?) will never catch me!

Love this place ! Especially Mr. Cesare and his personal! Bravi! And amazing food!…read moreThe price is good, the appetizers are amazing, to bring business partners also very good place. I also love design! 100% coming back

Let me say it in advance: this review is mainly for tourists. I'm pretty sure locals know enough…read moreabout Ristorante Teatro from its long celebrated history as one of the most classy and refined culinary tradition in Varese. Ristorante Teatro is the right place if you are looking for an elegant, yet tastefully informal place where to get dinner in the historical downtown of Varese. I visit Italy once a year and each time, if I have a chance, I stop there for dinner with family. My favorite is the spaghetti all'astice, one of the dishes Ristorante Teatro is famous for. Last time I've been there I also enjoyed il polpo (..but I can't recall the name of the recipe it was served with..). Let the owner suggest you about the wine: I had one of the best Cabernet Sauvignon I've ever had a chance to taste in my entire life. Let me say it was served a bit too cold but that didn't affect the experience at all. During the summer the outside patio is the best way to enjoy the location - as far as it's not raining (...as it happened to us..). The quality of food, wine and service are worth every single penny, if not more, you pay for. You won't regret your experience there.

food was perfect. tomato spagetthi are outstanding! service and ambiance also very good. would have…read moregiven a 4,5.