Recommended Restaurants
Lake Como:
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Veranda: Traditional Italian flavors, high quality raw materials and a refined wine list will make your experience at Villa d’Este unforgettable. The setting is formal and elegant and you will enjoy unparalleled views of Lake Como. Dress code: smart casual for lunch and elegant attire for dinner.
Grill: It is a cosy and casual restaurant. In the summer, guests can dine in the garden beneath the shade of centuries-old trees, while enjoying picturesque lakeside views.Grilled meat and classic fish dishes take centre stage on the menu, alongside a choice of appetizers that showcase Mediterranean culinary traditions centred on the sea and land. Dress code: smart casual attire.
Platano: Situated on an exclusive terrace overlooking Lake Como, it offers a genuine gastronomic journey and a relaxed, informal ambience. The menu features innovative yet tradition-inspired dishes characterized by a refined simplicity that harmoniously combines ‘bel paese’ cuisine with locally sourced ingredients and Japanese culinary techniques. Dress code: smart casual attire.
Bar Canova: Signature cocktails, revisited great classics, an extensive spirits menu and elegant appetizers. Our mixologist offering spans four exclusive themes to offer Guests a unique sensory experience under the banner of refinement and innovation. Dress code: smart casual attire during the day.
Sundeck: Adjacent to the floating pool, in a relaxed and informal ambiance, the Sundeck offers a diverse menu, ideal for a quick snack, a light lunch, or a delicious dinner, complemented by an extensive selection of beverages and cocktails. Dress code: casual attire, T-shirt or shirt is required.
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*Harry’s Bar – Cernobbio: A retro atmosphere, with dishes inspired by the Italian tradition and its timeless charm, it is a cosmopolitan destination on the shores of the lake.
*Trattoria del Vapore – Cernobbio: An old inn for out-of-towners, this “trattoria” is a little gem proposing lakeside traditional dishes and flavors in an authentic atmosphere.
*Terzo Crotto – Cernobbio: Historic “crotto” with a family atmosphere featuring local and regional cuisine. A traditional yet innovative culinary experience, including a selection of gourmet pizzas.
La Colombetta – Como: A great passion for traditional cuisine echoes in this historic location. Flavors and aromas of the past blend with traditional Italian cuisine.
Glicine – Cernobbio: Family-run restaurant with traditional cuisine in an elegant and classic venue with a partial lake view, enjoyable from a terrace covered in wisteria. Good wine list. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options available.
*Walking distance from Villa d’Este
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Acquadolce – Carate Urio: With a unique location overlooking the lake, this peaceful venue offers refined cuisine. Tasting menu and vegetarian options are also available.
Momi – Blevio: A panoramic terrace where you can enjoy a simple and healthy cuisine that enhances the territory and excellence of Lake Como. A rigorous respect for seasonality and zero-km philosophy.
Tirlindana – Sala Comacina: Simple inn with eclectic cuisine, featuring an unparalleled view over Isola Comacina, the only island in Lake Como. You cannot miss their Ravioli with lemon and Mascarpone cheese.
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Ceccato Garden Bar – Como: An exclusive location in the heart of Como, with a privileged view over the lake. Innovative cocktails, fresh and informal cuisine, evenings with DJ set and live bands accompanying the aperitif hour until sunset.
Latteria San Fedele – Como: A family atmosphere offering local products.
Como Café – Como: Tasty pizzeria with grilled meat specialties and a wide selection of aperitifs.
Vintage Jazz Food & Wine – Como: Casual restaurant with traditional local and Italian dishes.
Meat – Cernobbio: A journey among the world’s most prestigious meats.
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*Materia – Cernobbio: A refined and luxury location offering á la carte options and tasting menus that combine novelty and creativity for a unique dining experience.
*Kitchen – Como: Gourmet Italian cuisine with a modern and creative approach.
Feel – Como: A unique culinary journey marked by the rhythm of the seasons.
Lo Storico – Como: Historic, elegant restaurant with classic and modern seafood specialties.
Una Finestra sul Lago – Carate Urio: Restaurant with an enchanting view of the lake, with an authentic and refined cuisine.
*Michelin-starred restaurant
Portofino:
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Ristorante La Terrazza: Enjoy authentic Italian dining on the protected mount of Portofino at one of the most spectacular restaurants in Italy. Regional specialities bursting with fresh local produce are cooked to perfection under Chef Corrado Corti’s expert eye. Lunch and dinner are served on the Hotel’s panoramic terrace with unparalleled views of the bay.
Ristorante Splendido Grill: Splendido Grill is Splendido’s more casual restaurant by the pool, optimal for a relaxed dinner ambiance with classic Italian specialities, fresh grilled dishes, and gourmet pizzas. Splendido Grill focuses on a high-quality menu and service. The restaurant incorporates a celebration of seasonal dishes, with lunch offerings that favor plant-based ingredients, and expertise in open fire cooking, featured during dinner. Alongside, the new Pool Bar will offer mocktails for lunch and more sophisticated mixes for dinner, when the guests will also appreciate musical accompaniment.
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DaV Mare: Refined authenticity in Portofino’s harbour. Simple pleasures, big flavours. At DaV Mare, the first DaV restaurant to open outside of the Da Vittorio family circle, dining is a treasured ritual. Savour the bounty of Liguria in a beautiful waterside setting at Splendido Mare, on Portofino’s Piazzetta.
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Puny: On the Piazzetta of Portofino, this restaurant offers typical seafood dishes, service is informal but attentive. Worth of notice the risotto with prawns and curry, and fresh fish in salt crust.
Closed on Thursday
Taverna Del Marinaio: The traditional marinated shirmp from the restaurant is a must! Located in the heart of Portofino, you will find the perfect atmosphere of an Italian restaurant.
Closed on Tuesday
ö Magazín: Discreet and romantic atmosphere and excellent regional cuisine, right on the harbour, next to dozens of floating boats.
Closed on Wednesday
Langosteria Paraggi: A restaurant pieds-dans-l’eau, located in the famous Bagni Fiore resort, in Paraggi. Overlooking the sea, it offers the freshest fish on the market.
Open every day during the summer
(Phone number, email address and credit card guarantee required for the booking.)
I Gemelli al Molo: A welcoming smile of the twin brothers, owners of the venues, will only add to the charming atmosphere of this traditional restaurant in the heart of Portofino, where it will be possible to taste pasta and risotto dishes, along with fresh local seafood.
Closed on Tuesday
I Gemelli: Along the picturesque harbour of Portofino, the restaurant offers the perfect combination of stunning views and delicious cuisine. Ligurian tradition is the essential of their recipe, which are revisited in a modern twist.
Closed on Thursday
Trattoria Tripoli: Informal atmosphere. Family style cuisine, such as ‘Pansoti’ with Walnut sauce and ‘Trenette’ with Pesto.
Closed on Wednesday
Trattoria Concordia: A genuine traditional restaurant in Portofino, with a cozy atmosphere, you will enjoy the authentic Ligurian cuisine, with the freshest catch of the day.
Closed on Tuesday
Strainer: Informal and young atmosphere. Typical Ligurian restaurant with a soft music background.
Open every day during the summer
Da Ö Batti Portofino: Surrounded by the charming houses of Portofino, friendly and informal atmosphere. The famous “scampi alla Batti” cannot be missed to taste.
Closed on Monday
Lo Stella: Ligurian seafood, pasta and desserts in a longstanding locale with a terrace overlooking the harbour.
Closed on Wednesday
Cracco Portofino: Enjoy the Chef ’s iconic dishes or typical Ligurian specialities revisited with a contemporary flair in a sophisticated and romantic atmosphere of a beautiful terrace overlooking the sea of Portofino.
Closed on Monday
(Phone number, email address and credit card guarantee required for the booking.)
Milan:
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Il Baretto:
Where: Via della Spiga, 26
Signature dish: Risotto al Salto
Distance: 3 minutes walk from Rocco Forte House
Closed on Sunday
Dress code required.
Da Giacomo:
Where: Via Sottocorno, 6
Signature dish: Vongole Spaghetti
Distance: 22 minutes walk (9min. by car) from Rocco Forte House
Always open
Dress code required.
La Gioia:
Where: Via San Marco, 38
Distance: 14 minutes walk from Rocco Forte House
Always open
Dress code required.
Sant Ambroeus:
Where: Corso G. Matteotti, 7
Signature dish: Safron Risotto
Distance: 10 minutes walk from Rocco Forte House
Always open
Dress code required.
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Locanda alla Scala:
Where: Via dell’Orso, 1
Signature dish: Homemade Ice cream
Distance: 9 minutes walk from Rocco Forte House
Always open
Dress code required.
Il Solferino:
Where: Via Castelfidardo, 2
Signature dish: Veal Cotoletta
Distance: 15 minutes walk from Rocco Forte House
Always open
Salumaio di Montenapoleone:
Where: Via Santo Spirito, 1
Signature dish: Italian Traditional dishes
Distance: 4 minutes walk from Rocco Forte House
Closed on Sunday
Dress code required.
Trattoria del Ciumbia:
Where: Via Fiori Chiari, 32
Signature dish: Mondeghini Meatballs
Distance: 11 minutes walk from Rocco Forte House
Always open
Dress code required.
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Vesta Fiori Chiari:
Where: Via Fiori Chiari, 1A
Signature dish: Raw fish Plateau
Distance: 9 minutes walk from Rocco Forte House
Always open
Dress code required.
Langosteria:
Where: Via Savona, 10
Signature dish: Lobster roll
Distance: 50 minutes walk (25 min by car) from Rocco Forte House
Closed on Sunday
Dress code required.
Papermoon Giardino:
Where: Via Bagutta, 12
Signature dish: Vongole Linguini
Distance: 9 minutes walk from Rocco Forte House
Closed on Monday
Dress code required.
Terrazza Calabritto:
Where: Via Montegrappa, 7
Signature dish: Linguine with Lobster
Distance: 19 minutes walk (9 min. by car) from Rocco Forte House
Always open
Dress code required.
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Varrone:
Where: Via Alessio di Toqueville, 7
Signature dish: Fiorentina Steak
Distance: 20 minutes walk (10 min. by car) from Rocco Forte House
Closed on Sunday
Dress code required.
Carnicero:
Where: Corso Garibaldi, 108
Distance: 18 minutes walk (8 min. by car) from Rocco Forte House
Always open
Dress code required.
Porteno Gourmet:
Where: Via Speronari, 4
Signature dish: Argentina meat
Distance: 15 minutes walk from Rocco Forte House
Always open
Dress code required.
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Gino Sorbillo:
Where: Via Corso Vittorio Emanuele II, 24
Distance: 10 minutes walk from Rocco Forte House
Always open
Doesn’t take reservations
Da Zero:
Where: Via dell’Orso, 4
Distance: 9 minutes walk from Rocco Forte House
Always open
Denis - Pizza di montagna:
Where: Via Statuto, 16
Distance: 10 minutes walk from Rocco Forte House
Always open
Le Specialità:
Where: Via Pietro Calvi, 29
Distance: 27 minutes walk (9min. by car) from Rocco Forte House
Always open
Dry:
Where: Via Solferino, 33
Distance: 16 minutes walk from Rocco Forte House
Closed on Monday
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Joia - 1* Michelin:
Where: Via Panfilo Castaldi, 18
Distance: 15 minutes walk from Rocco Forte House
Closed on Sunday and Monday
Dress code required.
Soul Green:
Where: Piazzale Principessa Clotilde
Distance: 16 minutes walk from Rocco Forte House
Always open
Dress code required.
Capra e cavoli:
Where: Via Pastrengo, 18
Distance: 32 minutes walk (10 min. by car) from Rocco Forte House
Closed on Monday
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Nobu:
Where: Via Gastone Pisani, 1
Signature dish: Spicy tuna with crispy rice
Distance: 5 minutes walk from Rocco Forte House
Closed on Sunday
Dress code required.
Gong:
Where: Corso Concordia, 8
Distance: 19 minutes walk from Rocco Forte House
Closed on Monday
Dress code required.
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Ceresio 7:
Where: Via Ceresio, 7
Distance: 20 minutes walk from Rocco Forte House
Always open
Dress code required.
Radio Rooftop:
Where: Via Marco Polo, 18
Distance: 15 minutes walk from Rocco Forte House
Always Open
Dress code required.
The Roof:
Where: Via Alberico Albricci, 2/4
Distance: 15 minutes walk from Rocco Forte House
Always open
Dress code required.
The Dome:
Where: Via Giuseppe Mazzini, 15
Distance: 15 minutes walk from Rocco Forte House
Always open
Dress code required.
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Ciacco:
Where: Via Spadari, 13
Distance: 15 minutes walk from Rocco Forte House
Always open
Vero - Gelateria:
Where: Corso Garibaldi, 30
Distance: 16 minutes walk from Rocco Forte House
Always open