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.

We had about an hour to kill in Lake Como before we had to meet our tour group. Lucky for us,…read moreL'Ambrosiano happened to be across the street from our meeting point. It also couldn't have looked more inviting. We chose to sit outside and enjoy the fresh air. It wasn't a sunny day but the outdoor seating did provide shelter from the misty rain. The waiter took our order (one Valtellinese pizza) and shortly our food arrived. I found it a nice touch that the kitchen split the pizza in half so we could share it easily. We were also given plates and silverware. L'Ambrosiano is no ordinary cafe. It's a bit classier. The pizza was delicious and covered amply in braseola and mushrooms. The sauce was slightly sweet and brought the whole pizza together. I did enjoy eating my pizza with a fork and knife, a far cry from folding it in half and eating with hands New York style. What a great way to enjoy Como. It topped off our morning of silk scarves, cloud bread, gardens, and farmers markets.

The food here is great. Pizza was more expensive here than other places and tasted fantastic, but…read morenot more so than any of the other pizza places I ate at. The spicy salami was actually spicy and was extra crisped which is actually how I prefer it. The bruschetta was very good and big portion. I give it three stars because it's more expensive than any other pizza I ate in Italy and there was nothing to justify that - the food was simple nothing fancy, it was not memorable, and I wouldn't go back.

Como bday! Si! Came…read morehere for midnight drinks for my birthday! Super cute. Live music!! Food!! Tiny spot, full of people. Didn't know Como have this many people!!! The bar was super cute. Small, dark, roomy and dog friendly!!! Yey italia!! Saw a few tiny little pups way past their bedtime :) And! Doesn't make this place less romantic or speak easy ish. The cocktail menu was short and sweet. Jazz! Spritz!! Gin cocktail was what I went for mainly for the ingredients. I do love a good herb in my drink! And the spritz!!! All the spritz!! Flowers, rosemary! And of course,a dry martini with extra olives! Olives stuffed with cheese!! Yummmm! Best part about Italy is prices. Even the most expensive in Como isn't crazy expensive. It was super reasonable! This was a second stop for my midnight bday drinks! Left a year older! :D Super warm, laid back!! Just a perfect way to ring in the new year!! Walked right back to my hotel! Love that its right in the middle of como!

Great Bar in Como.... small, few tables and jazz on Sunday's…read more The Aperitivo is great, the prices are reasonable and the staff is helpful, welcoming and speaks English ! Reserve in advance.. specially for the Sunday evening Jazz which starts at 730pm.

Best enoteca for high end wines. Nice Service.read more

Staff is very helpful with the many wines and local favors. Would definitely recommend if you're…read moreeven remotely near it.

Castiglione is a City of Como Staple. They started as a salumeria serving the best deli meats and…read morecheeses in town, and subsequently expanded to a small restaurant and wine bar.... try their lunch, you won't be disappointed!

Absolute perfection by the lake! ​During our trip to Como,…read morewe stumbled upon Bar Giuliani, and it was hands down one of the best highlights of our vacation! We ordered the seafood pasta, and let me tell you--it was out of this world. Extremely fresh, packed with plump mussels, tender calamari, and sweet, juicy prawns that tasted straight from the sea. You can really taste the quality and authenticity.

Very nice restaurant. Very nice view and the service is very nice! Good food and you don't have to…read morewait longtime!

Great view on the Como Lake from the terrace, where you can enjoy a menu combining traditional…read morelocal typical proposals, like mushrooms, polenta and pizzoccheri, with creative ones. Friendly service and a rich wine list complete the value of Acqua Ciara.

Cozy, quiet wine bar in busy Como! I enjoyed a few visits to Cornobobo during a recent long weekend…read morein Lake Como. It was walkable from our Airbnb and the perfect start to a night out. Their beer selection is surprisingly decent (a few on draft, including an IPA for my hop-head husband) and delicious wine by the glass or the bottle. My favorite part about this spot are the delicious snacks served complimentary with every drink. Most bars will give you a bowl of chips or peanuts, but Cornobobo pulls out all the stops with a board full of salami, cheese, focaccia, gherkins, and peanuts. Yes, please! We also loved their music selection. The bartender's playlist had the likes of Janis Joplin, Bob Dylan, REM and other classics.

Very welcoming and friendly staff! Food was delicious, my husband loved the lobster spaghetti dish,…read moreand I ordered plain spaghetti that was cooked to perfection. Huge seafood selection.

A Gem of a ristorante ! A local resident recommended this lovely place, which was only 3 blocks…read morefrom the harbor. Yet it was away from the tourist bustle , offering immediate seating. The staff was welcoming and they understood English. The decor was authentically " Old Sicilia," which added to our experience. Their full menu included starters, main dishes and Pizza. We both ordered Pasta ; mine was with sausage. My friend and I were both completely satisfied with their food , service and Covid protocols. The bonus : their prices were far less than the ristoranti in central Como. Buon Apettito !