What a nice place! I came across La Fenice by chance, feeling very hungry after two hours at the…read moreVerkehrshaus. The very kind and attentive staff served me an absolutely delicious pizza, and the place quickly filled up just after I arrived - it is clearly very popular, and for good reason. I decided to come back in the evening the next day. The waitress recognized me immediately, and made sure I was well attended. People flowed in, a thunderstorm struck, and the waitress jokingly thanked me for bringing so many people when I visit. It was a really good time. I hope it won't be too long before I can come back to Lucerne - and have a meal at La Fenice.

Service was terrible (slow & virtually non-existent); pizza was overpriced, soggy bottom, sparse…read moretoppings (ie no cheese or meat), frankly have had better Dominoes pizza. Worst meal of our entire trip, even McDonalds in Interlaken was far better.

We had a group of 9 people and had very low hopes of getting a table, but the hostess told us she…read morewas able to call to their second location and make us a reservation! She gave us a gift card and said they would give us a free dessert for being accommodating and walking to their other location. It was only a ten minute walk and the table was ready when we got there! The staff was very kind. We shared the burrata appetizer and it was phenomenal. Everyone got various pasta dishes and we all shared bites of eat. For dessert, every one in our party got a scoop of mango sorbet and it was amazing! We had a great experience!

Came to this restaurant while visiting Switzerland. I ordered the pesto gnocchi with burrata…read morecheese. We got our food fairly quickly, and the food was extremely flavorful. The presentation of the food was really cool too. For dessert, my group each got a mango sorbet. It was refreshing!

Food was sooo good. We had bruschetta, lasagna and pasta with tiger shrimp overlooking the water…read more Great food and wonderful staff! Thank you for a great experience.

I ended up eating here as the restaurant next door was at full capacity and shares the same kitchen…read morewith Terrazza. I walked inside and it was very warm but decided to sit outside along the river. It was a bit chilly out but was an improvement over the warm indoor dining area. This experience took a few hours as they seemed to be short staffed even though the restaurant was about 50% capacity when we arrived. It took a long time to place an order. An order was placed for a carpaccio appetizer and I placed an order for the gnocchi pasta. Bread was served with olive oil and vinegar on the table top. The carpaccio was good and was served with cheese and arugula (forgot to snap a photo). The gnocchi was great! After we finished it took a very long time to get the check and head out. The place was almost empty by that time but still was a huge delay to get the check. The view to the river and the gnocchi were the highlight but much was to be desired for the speed of service. Three stars!

First day at Lucerne, Swiss. Great Italian restaurant. I think it is the best in town.read more

We really enjoyed our dining experience at this Italian restaurant. Having outdoor seating on a…read morebusy plaza/street can be challenging at times with a crowd moving around. It's a good thing this plaza being in a pedestrian-only section. It's about a block and a half away from the Lake Luzern where all the fancy restaurants are located on the lake front, so it is a little more reasonable place even with a very pricy Swiss standard. I read some earlier (older) reviews about high prices, but you really have to remember it's in Switzerland. Everything is expensive here!! You just have to spend some more money and enjoy yourself. Service was very decent with several cheerful servers. Drinks and food came out pretty quickly after ordered. It might have been largely due to not being too crowded when we got our table since we were having a late lunch/early dinner. They checked our COVID-19 vaccination certificates as we expected. Food was very good. Ravioli with mushroom sauce (24.50 CHF = $26.75) was excellent. Initially, it didn't appear to be too large of a serving to me, but I was completely full when I finished my meal. Chicken on the Cesar salad (17.50 CHF = $19.10) was well-seasoned, and my wife really enjoyed it. It was altogether very enjoyable dining experience here at Mama Leone!

My husband and I showed up around 7 pm on a Wednesday evening without a reservation. The…read morerestaurant was busy. We were asked if we wanted to sit inside or outside and were quickly shown to a table. Since we had had a long day we weren't starving, and asked if we could split the buffalo and mozzarella cheese appetizer and the tagliatelle with black truffles main pasta dish. No problem. We started with a glass of prosecco and bread with olive oil, salt and pepper and two other dipping sauces. We didn't ask for anything and our every need was anticipated. Our starter came timely and was delicious. Our pasta was split into 2 portions and I couldn't eat all of my portion and gave the rest to my husband. The truffle sauce was perfect and not overbearing. Service was outstanding. Our water refilled frequently. The manager / maitre de greeted us as we left amd asked us how our food was and thanked us for coming in. Honestly, one of the best meals and service I've had in a long time.

Dear god. This was overall one of the most enjoyable meals I've ever had. I love pasta. I love…read morePeperoncinos on my pasta. I love prosciutto before my pasta. I love bread with all of that. In addition to the food, the service is wonderful and the aesthetic of the restaurant is beautiful as well. Bonus: cocktail bar on the roof next door. Highly recommend and I will be back.

We just happened to discover this restaurant on our very last day in Lucerne. It's located on a…read morestreet called "Unter der Egg" which is a pedestrian walkway along the Reuss River in Old Town. This restaurant has a large covered terrace overlooking the river. The building appears to be part of Old Town's medieval history, but I haven't been able to verify that. Nevertheless, it has a very charming atmosphere. The greeter and server were both very welcoming. I think we were the first to arrive for lunch, so finding a seat with a view was not too difficult. The view was exceptional, and even on a rainy day. We knew exactly what we wanted when viewing the menu earlier that morning. Benjamin was also helpful in giving us a description of the Cheese Fondue Moitié-Moitié. It's a blend of Gruyere and Vacherin Fribourgeois cheese with wine & rubbed garlic. It comes with bread cubes and boiled potatoes. We also added the pickled onions & cornichons which provided a little acidity to balance out the richness of the cheese. It was quite an experience. The only other time I've had fondue was at the Melting Pot. This one was very different than the American version. The cheese had a sharper taste. It was different in a good way. The boiled potatoes made it more filling. The fondue was creamy & satisfying on a cold rainy day. We liked it so much that we stayed for dessert. Autumn is the perfect time of year to try anything made with chestnuts. We decided to try the Coupe Nesselrode which was basically a chestnut puree in the shape of vermicelli noodles on top of ice cream and a meringue. It was good. I've never seen anything like it before. It was a new experience. The service, ambiance, and food checked all the right boxes for that one last hurrah in Lucerne. We won't talk about the price. It's comparable to any other restaurant with fondue in Lucerne. I also can't complain about the weather. We had 3 out of 5 beautiful and unseasonably warm days. It was still a memorable lunch with a beautiful view.

We chose La Barca for lunch since it sits right along the riverbank with a fantastic view…read moreoverlooking Chapel Bridge. The patio was packed with people, but the turnover was fairly quick so getting a table didn't take too long. Unfortunately, the service left a lot to be desired. It felt pretty indifferent and unfriendly, and we had to wait around for quite a bit before anyone even came over to take our order. The menu is a bit all over the place with mixed cuisines. We went with the pork belly served over rice and a battered pork chop with French fries. Both plates were totally forgettable, definitely nothing to write home about, just basic fuel to keep walking around town. You're essentially paying for the real estate here. Come for a quick drink or a casual bite to rest your legs and take in the water views, but keep your expectations in check for the food and hospitality.

We were fortunate to get a reservation as they squeezed us in for an early dinner. Switzerland is…read morequite an expensive place to visit but this place was reasonable and we got healthy serving sizes for our orders. The pastas were well seasoned and fresh tasting. I link mine al dente and that's the way it was served. The pizza was excellent and I love the thin crust dough. Service was also prompt and friendly. Glad we found this place!

Made in Sud was our favorite spot during a 16 day trip. We arrived on a cold, rainy night 1/2 hour…read morebefore opening. To our surprise, we were kindly let inside to warm up and later enjoyed a fantastic meal. The entire experience was so incredible that we immediately booked a reservation for the next night. Do yourself a favor when in Lucerne and reserve a night or two at Made in Sud!

Came on a Tues night for dinner just before 5:30 PM and they had available patio dining in the…read morealleyway looking into the river. It's actually a very cool setting. We started out with a Tomato Salad with onions and it was fresh and tasty. For main course, my bride ordered the Pollo Pizza and I went with the Piccante Pizza. She said hers was fine and I enjoyed the flavor on mine. Service seemed a little more pushy than typical (maybe trying to turn the table faster). It's hard to give 5 stars when you pay $66 for two individual pizzas.

We ordered prosciutto pizza and sea bass. The food came out quickly. Armando was a great server! It…read morewas busy but he was very attentive. It was a popular place so we knew we had picked a good spot. The tiramisu was also very delicious! Definitely a good place for Italian food !

If you're looking for a relaxing meal with postcard views right on the river, Da Ernesto hits the…read moremark. Sitting along the water overlooking the Wooden Chapel Bridge, it's one of those spots where you can just sit back, enjoy a drink, and do some prime people-watching after walking all over town. The food leans classic Italian, and the pizza genuinely delivers. The Pizza Monica is a standout, topped with ham, mushrooms, and a soft egg in the center that ties everything together nicely. Before the pizza arrives, definitely start with the bruschetta. They serve it on perfectly toasted sourdough, loaded with ripe diced tomatoes that soak right into the olive oil without making the bread soggy. Service was attentive and friendly, keeping the pace unhurried even during peak hours. It's an easy, convenient stop to recharge your feet and take in the river breeze before heading on to your next stop.

Ristorante Da Ernesto was a nice stop after a long day. The portions are big, which was exactly…read morewhat we needed, and the food was pretty good overall. The location is prime, so expect to pay a bit for the setting, but the ambience and river views make it feel worth it. Service was direct and efficient, but we got lucky with a really funny waiter who made the evening much more enjoyable. If you can get a table by the river and a good server, this can turn into a very fun dinner with great views and plenty of food.