Super conveniently located - it's a short walk from the train, bus, and ferry stops. It's a smaller…read moreshop and not all of the employees were super friendly. Overall ambiance/set-up is decent. As for what they sell, there's fruit, cocktails and food available. We stopped by twice during our stay in Varenna and were able to get almost everything we needed. We had hoped to also get a bottle of Aperol, but they didn't sell it. We did procure fresh fruit, bottled water, and ingredients to make our own foccacia sandwiches for the road.

Very nice people and alcohol. 4 stars just to give a heads up to people looking for some food…read morebefore the train. Be careful about what you order. The salmon sandwhich is incredible. The chicken sandwhich and meat and potatoes are not good options. Very good bread though. Hard to read sign

We stopped here for lunch after hiking. We had some very refreshing spritz's and fondue to start,…read moreand delicious main courses including their lasagna and chicken. It's exactly what we wanted after hiking all morning. The service was a bit slow, but it wasn't a problem since we were in no rush. The waterfront seating was very relaxing and enjoyable.

We ate lunch here during our trip to Morcote and had a wonderful experience. We sat outside by the…read morelake and despite being a hot day, it felt very breezy under the shade. We got their seafood spaghetti and lasagne. Both were absolutely delicious and I would order them again. They have plenty of seating indoor as well but definitely sit outside if the weather permits.

I have to be honest, having just arrived from America, the idea of eating a hamburger in the heart…read moreof northern Italy, sounded to me like a horrible idea, but my hosts insisted, and I'm glad they did. The burgers are incredibly fresh and you can even get steak tartare. The buns Are spectacular and the number of options and toppings rival anything you'll find in the states

Surprise to find such place here. Excellent burger, limited choice of high quality. Also vegan,…read morevegetarian and fish burgers. Adjacent to pedestrian area, so also nice for a walk. Try the Italian interpretation of Coca Cola. molecola!!! Awesome.

Hands down, best spot to get gluten free! The owners were so accommodating and sweet. They made…read morethis TO DIE FOR gnocchi that warmed my soul. Highly recommend. Even the silverware is biodegradable. Al cento per cento il migliore ristorante senza glutine e vegan in Lugano!!!

Soy cheese is weird and gross. HOWEVER, this pizza from this little pizzeria has convinced me…read moreotherwise. The whole wheat crust was crispy on the bottom and chewy inside. The tomato sauce just the right balance of herbs, sweet and tartness. It was sooo good that I didn't miss real cheese and also forgot to take a picture before I polished it off! here is their facebook. it-it.facebook.com/pages...

Ristorante Ethnic is a perfect place if you are a bunch of friends, without any idea where to go…read more It offers all the trendy food from japanese, thai or indian to mexican or american. Obviously, with such diversity, don't expect high quality food. It's more of a social place. It's nice to have cocktails there as well. The outdoor seating is agreeable.

Lugano can drive you nuts with the lack of dietary variety, especially if you're vegetarian. In…read moreanother city Etnic would be no big deal, but in this town it's a huge find. Three of us could eat vegetarian--vegan, even, if we wanted--with some actual vegetables, and with flavor and variety that wasn't Italian. The prices were typical of Switzerland, and service was friendly. In a city with this much great outdoor seating something was lost sitting inside, but not too much. Note that the restaurant runs a little take-away place just outside the Quartiere Maghetti, but the main restaurant is inside the Quartiere. So if you find a tiny little store, ask them for directions to the restaurant proper.

Positively surprised to find a vegan place in the Italian speaking part of Switzerland, where it…read moreseems hard to find something other than pizza and pasta. This place opened in July 2015. They only speak Italian, so I didn't understand all of the menu. They have a different menu every day with 2 starters and 2 main courses, you can choose one each for 23 Fr and they bring tap water for free as soon as you sit down. What I didn't like was that they served carb-heavy lunches on both days I was there. Too bad they serve white wheat pasta in a restaurant like this! Whole weat or pasta made from beans or lentils would be nice. Or quinoa as a substitute. Also brown rice instead of white would suit me better. I would also appreciate a menu with the smoothies and freshly squeezed juices they offer. Good to see mostly locals in here. Everything is vegan except cow's milk for coffee if I understood them right. And 100% organic as it says on the receipt.

Great service, excellent risotto, great pizza, and great bottles of wine! Not sure why they had…read moreonly 3.5 stars.

Great little place to eat. We walked in off the street and they were very friendly. Great…read morerecommendations for things to eat and wine selection.

Wonderful food great ambiance first rate service. Pesto mandilli is to die for. I went back twice…read morejust for the pesto mandilli. Everyone was warm and welcoming

Imaginative and Delicious Gourmet Vegan Food at a Reasonable Price…read more My spouse and I now have a favorite new vegan restaurant and we wish, with all our hearts, that we could transport it to where we live. We found this gem in Turin (Torino) Italy. The name makes it sound like a place where you would get sprouts only and the like-- "Soul Kitchen." However, what we encountered was an amazing gourmet vegan restaurant. The food was so imaginative and beautiful, we were amazed. We ate three times there in two days--lunch and two dinners. Among the many dishes that are reinvented Italian fare, they do fantastic dishes with seitan and you feel as if you have entered seitan heaven. We recommend The Napoleon, for the creativity of its preparation with the slight flavor of blood oranges is beyond compare. They also have the most terrific complete onion filled with pasta (which tastes a little like risotto). The restaurant itself has a comfortable atmosphere and you can go casual or dressed up. We did not expect something so unique and satisfying. We "travel for vegan food" and have eaten in many many vegan places in Europe, Canada, Turkey, Brazil and The United States, and this is definitely in the top three if not, the top one. In addition, our server Ricardo was so welcoming, friendly, and helpful that he made the whole experience even more delightful. You must try this place if you love food or if you are vegan or if you want a joyful eating experience. It is not to be missed.

From the owner: Pesce .vegetariano e intolleranti. Cucina da asporto.read more