Caffè Alessandro Volta - COMO

Sometimes it's better not to write reviews, right? Because it's the wrong time, because it happens, with no one to blame for unfortunate events, but pure chance... read more Sometimes it's better not to write reviews, right? Because it's the wrong time, because it happens, with no one to blame for unfortunate events, but pure chance as this world is; other times because you're slow, like Denise Bernardo. I wanted (almost needed) a coffee and I had one, sitting down, overlooking the lake, at a ridiculous price (on par with Finale or other tourist destinations in Liguria), during aperitivo time. Thankfully, there were free seats, but no one even hinted that I should move on. Sure, the outdoor seating is a little cramped, but Como already has too many fat people. For what I asked for, I absolutely received 5*. Anyone who tries something else will be free to write a different, or even useless, review, written by someone who's only had a coffee since.

The pizza was good, the pasta was so-so, and the portion was small (despite being considered large) read more The pizza was good, the pasta was so-so, and the portion was small (despite being considered large)

We went to this bar to watch the football final because it was one of the only bars that allowed it. The waiters were overwhelmed, and it didn't match the momen... read more We went to this bar to watch the football final because it was one of the only bars that allowed it. The waiters were overwhelmed, and it didn't match the moment. Luckily, the crowd was friendly.

Very informal and friendly service. Simple but well-stocked drinks menu. Very pleasant place. read more Very informal and friendly service. Simple but well-stocked drinks menu. Very pleasant place.

A little scalded by the previous comments, but ultimately not so bad. It's more of a bar that serves snacks. Pizza and piadinas are decent for the price. Conven... read more A little scalded by the previous comments, but ultimately not so bad. It's more of a bar that serves snacks. Pizza and piadinas are decent for the price. Convenient for lunch while exploring the city. Pleasant environment.