La Ripetta - GRADOLI

The quality of the food combine with the location it makes La Ripetta the perfect place to have a romantic dinner. I would gladly recommend it! read more The quality of the food combine with the location it makes La Ripetta the perfect place to have a romantic dinner. I would gladly recommend it!

My fiancé and I stumbled across this little town on a drive around the nearby lake. We stopped off at La Ripetta for lunch and were greeted by a young waiter wh... read more My fiancé and I stumbled across this little town on a drive around the nearby lake. We stopped off at La Ripetta for lunch and were greeted by a young waiter who showed us to a table. The views across the lake were fantastic and we immediately felt relaxed. We decided on the set menu which consisted of 4 courses plus coffee. There was antipasti with fried pasta to start with, then spaghettini carbonara, followed by mixed meat grill with a green salad, and finally a trio of desserts – tiramisu, crème caramel and trifle plus biscuits. We had a carafe of lovely red wine with the meal and then a beautiful dessert wine that the house recommended. The staff were professional and attentive but not overbearing. The bill came to 60 euros which we felt was great value for a long, relaxed lunch.

Well glad we went. Tried to be top class but missed out. Found better food elsewhere out of gradoli service was poor and staff unhelpful except kitchen staff th... read more Well glad we went. Tried to be top class but missed out. Found better food elsewhere out of gradoli service was poor and staff unhelpful except kitchen staff that took booking at lunchtime for our evening visit. Expensive for what we had. Can eat on balcony that does have some view of lake but mostly of Nasty block of flats opposite.

I recently moved to Viterbo from New York City where I found delicious food on almost any street corner. On Lago di Bolsena, it's not as easy. There are lots of... read more I recently moved to Viterbo from New York City where I found delicious food on almost any street corner. On Lago di Bolsena, it's not as easy. There are lots of restaurants that attract tourists with their lakeside terraces or stunning views, but fail to deliver when it comes to the actual food. La Ripetta is, by far, the best restaurant on Lago di Bolsena. Sure it has the beautiful views of the lake, but more importantly it has delicious, fresh, real, italian food. Every time I go, I have them make a tasting menu. And for a very reasonable price, I always leave full and happy. The ingredients are fresh fresh seafood, home made (to die for! pasta, and delicious fried veggies the service is kind and responsive, and overall atmosphere is pleasant and welcoming. Sure, the interior decor is a little out dated but if you ask me, that adds to the charm. It is still the original decor from when the restaurant was first opened I believe in the 80's! Definitely a must go a hidden treasure in a tiny, quiet town.

I've been there for just a small lunch. Sadly because we only stopped by on our way to Umbria. We got Caprese and Tiramisu which was fabulous. A fantastic view... read more I've been there for just a small lunch. Sadly because we only stopped by on our way to Umbria. We got Caprese and Tiramisu which was fabulous. A fantastic view over the lake and the terrace is huge. We had not the time but if possible any time we will return to have dinner or some big lunch. The dishes on the neighbors tables looked so delicious. Staff speaks good English but I think you need a reservation for evenings.