Lake Maggiore Restaurants

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  • 1. Ristorante Lastresa

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    The nondescript exterior of this buzzy eatery off one of Stresa's main streets belies its chic, stylish interior. Dishes made with seasonal ingredients dominate the menu, but, no matter the season, you'll find local lake fish, both marinated and panfried, as well as a solid list of wines from throughout the region and across Italy.

    Via Principessa Margherita 22, Stresa, Piedmont, 28838, Italy
    0323-33240

    Known For

    • Locals' favorite
    • Friendly, knowledgeable waitstaff
    • Piedmont dessert sampler

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Tues. and Sept.–Mar.
  • 2. Cicinin Panini al Metro

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    Pick a sandwich size (from a few inches to 40—or a meter—as the name al metro implies) to match your appetite, at this paninoteca (sandwich shop) off of Piazza Luigi Cadorna. There are just four inventive sandwich types on offer each day, with ingredients changing seasonally like lentil cream, fennel, ricotta salata, and orange; or mortadella, pistachio cream, and Toma cheese. While meats like salami are front and center, there's always at least one vegetarian option, all on crusty fresh bread from the village of Gignese. You can take your sandwich to go for a picnic while exploring the islands, or upstairs to the cozy and bright red and white dining room and its small terrace overlooking the piazza. 

    Via Principe Tomaso 10, Stresa, Piedmont, 28838, Italy
    334-1627769-mobile

    Known For

    • Portions for any appetite
    • Friendly service
    • Curated menu of local ingredients

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Thurs.
  • 3. Pasticceria Marcolini

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    Margheritine cookies were first baked in Stresa for Margherita of Savoy in 1857 while she was still a princess. Named for the first queen of Italy as well as for their shape like a daisy (margherita in Italian) the biscuits' recipe includes cooked egg yolk and an abundant supply of powdered sugar making them crumble effortlessly in your mouth. Marcolini began crafting Margheritine cookies in 1959 along with a small selection of other sweets and savory baked goods. 

    Via Vincenzo de Vit 14, Stresa, Piedmont, 28838, Italy
    0323-30364

    Known For

    • Sweets made following traditional Stresa recipes
    • Gift boxes to take cookies home
    • Locals' spot for breakfast and special occasions

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Tues.
  • 4. Trattoria due Piccioni

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    In a town with an overabundance of touristy pizza and pasta places, this unassumingly modern family-run bistro raises the bar. Although the shabby-chic decor and friendly service entice, the real draw is the short but smart menu of creative Italian dishes and vegetarian options. Start with the antipasto misto di Lago (variety of lake fish) followed by a homemade gnocchi or tagliolini, or opt for a heartier main like the pork fillet with cabbage and bacon. Just make sure to leave room for dessert, like the birramisù, a take on tiramisu soaked in beer, wine, coffee, and grappa. 

    Via P. Tommaso 61, Stresa, Piedmont, 28838, Italy
    0323-934556

    Known For

    • Inventive local cuisine
    • Intriguing desserts
    • Attentive service

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Wed.
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