Expensive but quaint little café and bakery just a couple of blocks from the main square in town. A…read morevery large umbrella gives shade to most of the patio with some smaller umbrellas on the side bringing welcome relief from the sun. A tiny four piece snack size croque monsieur was CHF 12! They do give you a nice amount of mixed nuts and a small sampling of olives or marinated feta with toast crisps with each order of beverages. Service was very professional and amiable. They serve quite a few ice creams and pastries as well.

Cute little Gelato shop in Bellinzona and in the perfect location at Piazza Collegiata. You'll see…read morea ton of locals come by after lunch (especially on warm sunny days), get a cone full of gelato and then sit on the steps by the church or on the benches on the square and enjoy their ice cream. The gelato here has a great texture and taste. I really enjoyed the hazelnut and melon flavors, although the chocolate and strawberry were also tremendous. I would have wanted to try more flavors. Next time!