On our last night in Moltrasio, we walked from our hotel over to La Veranda for one last supper. We…read morewere seated right away, ordered wine, and started through the menu. We all settled on our first and second course and our server was promptly at the table to take our order. Mr. Bee ordered the Meat Ravioli in a cream sauce to start and it was excellent. The ravioli were perfectly cooked, and the filling was tender, and flavorful. I started with Paccheri, a wide pasta noodle like a rigatoni, but smooth and larger. The sauce was a roasted cherry tomato sauce with a basil olive oil drizzle. It was incredible. Italians certainly know how to make and cook pasta to perfection. For our second course, Mr. Bee had Veal Cheeks over Polenta. He loved every bite. I ordered a Filet of Beef and on the side was Polenta, and grilled baby artichokes. Both were delicious. The filet could have been a bit more tender, but it had a rich beefy flavor. It was the perfect end to an amazing trip.

We were staying in Moltrasio for 3 nites and our favorite restaurant, del Fagiano, was closed on…read morethe 2nd nite, so we drove down to the lake front & found La Veranda. It's in a small family hotel La Posta. Casual dining in a warm & comfortable setting. The food, wine & service was excellent.

Almost hidden in the hillside neighborhood of Moltrasio, this spontaneous find was a lucky lunch!…read more Outside patio adorned quaintly with flower boxes and greenery. We dined inside ~ a touch of rustic old country; beautiful. The server saw that we were obviously tourists and struggled with the menu. She took the initiative and confidently proclaimed, "I pick, you eat!" with an Italian finger kiss! Our group roared together yes! Simply said ~ everything homemade, everything delicious, everyone eating to gluttony. Felt like your talented aunt cooking all your favorites and making sure you leave with food coma ;) Moltrasio marvelous.

Pro-tip: Arrive at least 30 minutes prior to closing to ensure you have the full menu to enjoy…read more Service: 5* Price: 5* Taste: 5* Ambience: 5* Family run trattoria. Fantastic food, we had the oso buco with polenta, salami fresh, tagliatelle with boar, cannoli, and lasagne. All were excellent. Well seasoned, good portion size and hot and fresh. The lasagna was great, wonderful bechamela sauce. Canoloni with red sauce and cheese was baked to perfection and clearly hand-made. The service was very nice and helpful. Our broken Italian and her English was just fine. Toward the end of the meal, what I believe was the mother came out and asked how everything was. Tuto bene? (Is everything good?) She asked, we replied tuto molto, molto bene (everything was very, very good!) . She smiled and patted us on the shoulders as a thank you. We plan to return before leaving this area.

What an absolute wonderful dining experience! The food was fantastic - we had the set price menu, a…read morefour course lunch that was based on fish from the lake. Every seat in the house had lake views. It rained the day we visited so we sat inside, but the dining area offered a beautiful view over Lake Como. You can drive there, but a ferry or private boat can also drop you off. Highly recommend!

Dined at the quaint local called Momi on the 4th of July…read more Ordered the 60 Euro tasting menu Wine was inexpensive but decent and pasta plate was delicious However. Half way through the experience, the restaurant forgot about our table and 1-2 others We had our first 2 plates in 30 minutes and then waited 90 minutes for the 3rd......and then they also forgot dessert The youthful staff seemed confused But the views were terrific

The restaurant is a real treat to have right downstairs for those staying in-house at Il Sereno --…read morebut is a very worthwhile destination for not only the dining experience but to see the amazing property, magnificent location, and the beautiful restaurant space overlooking Lake Como. Dinner is the main attraction, the menu is modern and fitting of the rest of the property's atmosphere -- definitely leaning more towards the degustation/gastronomy type of fine dining, so diners should come expecting that. Although, I was just as much (if not most) delighted by the bread service which were noticeably out of the oven just before arriving at the table every time. The menu has 3 formats -- split by 2 that are different tasting formats, followed by 1 page that is a la-carte for however many courses you would like. Having tried all 3 menus in as many evenings, there was a good amount of variety, with a high degree of creativity and innovation throughout -- and very filling. The beverage program is impressive as well, with a beautiful cellar on full display -- although I took the recommendations for a glass of wine to pair with dinner, which was terrific each time. The staff + service was a clear standout, consistent and wonderful. The staff is noticeably young, very warm and upbeat and inviting. While I wish I got everyone's names, ALESSANDRO, MARY, and ROBERTO were always amazing and wonderful, they truly knew how to provide for a great experience and always went above and beyond.

What a beautiful hotel and location. We enjoyed sitting in the garden before our meal overlooking…read morethe pool and enjoying the lake views. The favorite items of the evening were the bread and the bigoli pasta. We were recommended not to order the cherry crepes but tried it anyway. A bit strange and also do not recommend the cherry crepes.

I loved this restaurant…read more Fair warning: It is a bit of a hike to get to Piazzaga. Up the main road (a steep, cobbled road that should really only be taken with a four-wheel drive vehicle) it is around 6km. If your'e walking, park in Torno and ask a local how to find the Mulattiera to Piazzaga which is a long stairway that takes a more direct route to the village. Neither way could be considered easy, however. As I was told when I was coming here: "Wear good shoes and bring water." The area is gorgeous and the vistas of the lake are spectacular. I assure you, the restaurant and the beauty of the area are worth the hike, even if you're not normally a hiker. The restaurant itself is a cute little place consisting of a small dining room, a patio overlooking the lake and mountains, a bar and a small kitchen. The staff is friendly and Alex is the self-described best chef in Piazzaga. I fully agree. I enjoyed the rustic decor of the restaurant and while the patio has only patio furniture, it is worth having a nice meal out there on a nice day for the view. Sadly there are a couple of poorly placed trees in a lot below that prevent a perfect view of the lake, but that can hardly be helped. As to food, I was there for lunch. I started with Canederli which, as an American, I had never had the privilege of trying before. Thus, I cannot compare it to anyone else's. I can, however, say that it was fantastic in flavor and presentation. For my main course I had Roast Rabbit and Polenta. All that was left on the dish when I finished was some rabbit bones. I'll let that speak for itself. For dessert I had cake, made that morning at the restaurant, and espresso. The cake was more a combination of what we would call a tart and a cake in the US, so it was a bit different than what I expected but it was very good. All-in-all I have to say my experience here was fantastic. If you are in the Como area, it is worth a bit of a drive and hike to get up here and give it a try.

AMAZING FOOD. You will not regret a trip to this restaurant. The food is beyond awesome and…read moreeverything is homemade. All the pastas and raviolis are made by hand. The fruit crostata and all the desserts are not to miss (I promise). The views from the restaurant are not to be believed, it overlooks Lake Como. Go and enjoy every minute of it!!

The 4 star rating is solely based on their food. Our waiter was unprofessional even he was the one…read morewho messed up one of our orders. Since the food was good, I have to give a 4 star to be fair to the chef. It was a small nice restaurant and a place for a romantic dinner. Their appetizers were creative and well-seasoned. Also if you are a fan of Foie Gras, you are in for a treat. It was rich and buttery with a silky texture that just melted in your mouth. Their vegetable Soufflé was interesting in a good way. One of the appetizers came with a variety of fish and it was delicious and eye pleasing. The pasta was cooked al dente and slightly chewy. Overall they really delivered great food. Of course, it could be a perfect dinner if our mood wasn't tempered by the attitude of the waiter. The price was reasonable. Just make sure to reconfirm what you ordered to prevent any confusion. Our waiter's confrontational approach and unwillingness to accept responsibility really turned a beautiful dinner experience to a great disappointment.

Food was amazing and the presentation was one of best I have ever seen. We liked it so much, we…read morecame back the next night. The wait staff is great. Highly recommend if you are in Moltrasio. Make a reservation though because they are only 6 tables inside.

Great place to return to. Great service. Location is perfectly placed. With nature at its doorstep…read more Rest and recharge in luxury. Top it of with a Cuban and there warm staff brings it home.

Spent 2 weeks in Brienno. Had Buffett brunch two times at the Grand Hotel Imperiale. Outstanding…read morefood. Fresh fruit. Omelets made to order. Everything spectacular. Inside or outside seating. Wonderful accommodating staff. The manager and his entire staff are extremely kind and professional. By far the best breakfast you'll find anywhere near or around Lake Como.

The best restaurant in Torno. Better than other few options. Owner Marco and workers (especially…read moreLuca) are amazing. Food is fantastic. Better prices and food than other options.

I recently said you can't get a bad meal in Italy. I was wrong. The pizza tasted like cardboard-…read morethe white wine was room temperature- and the glass had food on it. Overall not a good experience.

We were staying at the Grand Hotel Imperiale for a few nights and wanted a special dinner to end a…read morefantastic vacation with friends. We were hoping for a table by the lake, but due to a rain and thunderstorm, we were seated inside but had a beautiful view. We ordered cocktails right away, and they came to the table and were delicious. The waiter brought out an amuse bouche which was perfection on a plate. Two plates each with two beet tarts, and two crackers with chicken mousse, and then an egg with the top removed filled with egg foam and prosciutto chunks on the bottom. We loved everything and looked forward to our dinner. Service up to this point was excellent. We each ordered our dinners, and my husband asked for a wine list. Our dinners were delivered, and a server dropped off the wine list. My husband waited and waited while eating his meal and no one came back to take his wine order, our server appeared MIA and never came back to check on us, our meals, if we wanted another glass of wine. We finished our meals, and we sat and sat, and sat for nearly 40 minutes before our server showed back up with the dessert menu. At this point we were annoyed. We all expected much more of a Michelin-star restaurant. We declined dessert, and again we waited at least 20 minutes if not more to get our bill. What started out as a special evening with a stunning view and excellent food ended on a negative note. The restaurant is quite pricey, and the food was delicious, but there are other restaurants in Moltrasio that are just as good with better service.