Ascona
ASCONA - BEST RESTAURANTS
Introduction
Ascona means arts, prestige, exclusive holidays, fine dining, prestigious wines, whatever you may need to spend a luxurious and enclosed stay on the shores of the Swiss side of the Lago Maggiore.
It is the ideal base for indulging in the delights of the relaxing boat riding on the quite waters of the lake as well as discovering the surrounding villages and sites, like Locarno, the Isle of Brissago, Losone or Ponte Brolla. You could even reach Centovalli (that literally means one hundred valleys, from which the location takes its name) for a day trip and stroll through the enchanting villages and trek on the walking trials to reach the waterfalls.
If you spend your holidays in Ascona, you can’t miss a visit to the nearby Ticino, with its delightful summer weather and rustic restaurants like the “Grottino” where you will live the experience of the real Italian “cucina della mamma”, which means “mum’s cuisine”, that will give you the comfort of a meal as it was prepared by the experienced hands of your own mum.
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Cool Restaurants
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RISTORANTE CENTOVALLI
risotto & steak like at home
Address: 6652 Ponte Brolla, Switzerland
Area: Ponte Brolla
Web: http://www.ristorante-centovalli.ch/
Phone: +41 91 796 14 44
Prices: Mains: starting at CHF 15.-
Five minutes drive away from Ascona you will find the real “Cucina della Mamma” ("mum’s cuisine") in Ponte Brolla; either at lunch or at dinner, you will treat yourself with mouth watering "risotto with mushrooms and juicy steaks" or you will even be able to keep in shape while gorging in to a healthy and tasty "salad bowl"
GROTTINO TICINESE
italianita in losone
Address: Via San Materno 10, Losone, Switzerland
Area: Losone
Web: no
Phone: +41 91 791 32 30
Prices: Mains: starting at CHF 22.-
Another cave style restaurant, another great culinary experience that worth a visit; head to Losone, five minutes drive from Ascona and reach the "GROTTINO TICINESE" to watch the live preparation of "Brasato al Merlot" or "Polenta" and obviously taste these delicacies in their delightful garden or in their peculiar cave style indoor; the restaurant is closed on Wednesdays and from November to March
GROTTO BALDORIA
Rustic ticinese in beautiful garden Ascona
Address: Via Sant'Omobono 9, 6612 Ascona, Switzerland
Area: Old town Ascona
Web: http://www.grottobaldoria.ch/
Phone: +41 91 791 32 98
Prices: Mains: CHF 20.- to CHF 25.-
“Grotto” literally means cave and this family run restaurant is located in a cave style ambient, in the heart of Ascona; here you will enjoy the typical casual Ticinese atmosphere, while gorging in to the most delicious specialties of the “menu del giorno” (menu of the day) listing pasta, polenta, different meats, carpaccio, desserts; everyday different according to the daily availability of the freshest ingredient on the market; whatever you choose, your stomach will be completely satisfied, as portions are really generous
OSTERIA DELL'ENOTECA
idyllic garden & fine dining
Address: Contrada Maggioire 24, 6616 Losone, Switzerland
Area: Losone
Web: http://www.osteriaenoteca.ch/
Phone: +41 91 791 78 17
Prices: Menu: CHF 98.-
This little gem is the ideal location for a private romantic meal or a business lunch; set in an old typical Ticinese 19th century house, it hosts no more than 9 tables, so make sure you reserve a table; the menu lists few really peculiar and refined dishes that you can taste in the fresh idyllic garden; the restaurant is closed on Monday and Tuesday
RISTORANTE DA ENZO
chic but down to earth in ponte brolla
Address: 6652 Ponte Brolla, Switzerland
Area: Ponte Brolla
Web: http://www.ristorantedaenzo.ch
Phone: +41 91 796 14 75
Prices: Mains: starting at CHF 26.-
Located in the Maggia Valley, in Ponte Brolla, idyllically hidden in a bamboo and palms forest, this is an exclusive restaurant that beautifully mixes its chic aura with a very comfortable atmosphere; not easy to find, engage your treasure hunt and join Enzo Andreatta, the restaurant owner, for a perfect culinary experience, either for a business lunch or any other occasion
RISTORANTE ECCO AT HOTEL GIARDINO
The Hotel Giardino is the ideal getaway just 4 kilometers away from Ascona, ideal if you want to enjoy the luxuries of a perfect Relais & Chateaux Hotel stay; beside its chic environment, the pride of the Hotel Giardino is its two restaurants: "APHRODITE" is classy and elegant with a pleasant view over the water garden, while "ECCO" (which got two stars in the new 2011 Michelin guide) has the warm and cozy style of a mountain shelter
RISTORANTE SEVEN
trendy lakeside venue
Address: Via Moscia 2, 6612 Ascona, Switzerland
Area: Ascona lake
Web: http://www.seven-ascona.ch/
Phone: +41 91 780 77 88
Prices: Mains: starting at CHF 34.-
Just for a change, escape the typical familiar atmosphere of the local venues for a more exotic experience with the cuisine of Ivo Adam at the trendy restaurant "SEVEN RISTORANTE"; this charming fusion restaurant is located on the lake shore, at the end of the pedestrian lakeside walk and will offer you a sophisticated food experience cooked in seven different ways; after dinner, head downstairs to the "SEVEN SEAS LOUNGE" and chill out with a drink; bear in mind that the restaurant is closed on Mondays and from January to March
* This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm opening hours, dress code and pets policy directly with the restaurant before planning your trip.