Il Rapanello Dal 1986 - Lesa

It's 5 star. The food, the ambience, the location. I can say that it wasn't potluck for the one Sunday lunch I had because I have been going there for the last... read more It's 5 star. The food, the ambience, the location. I can say that it wasn't potluck for the one Sunday lunch I had because I have been going there for the last 25 years and I've never had a bad experience. I've seen this restaurant expand and grow and move a generation. They will be celebrating with much pride their 40th anniversary this year. This restaurant is famed for fish dishes but also do offer meat occasionally. Their menu is constantly updated and they offer a superb wine list. Everything is quality. I will never stop going to this restaurant which happens to be my favorite on Lago Maggiore.

Informal service but no less attentive to detail... how to describe their piñata?!?! INCREDIBLE read more Informal service but no less attentive to detail... how to describe their piñata?!?! INCREDIBLE

Since 1986, Il Rapanello Restaurant has been a favorite for those who love seafood cuisine with a lake view. The atmosphere is intimate and charming, particular... read more Since 1986, Il Rapanello Restaurant has been a favorite for those who love seafood cuisine with a lake view. The atmosphere is intimate and charming, particularly pleasant in the summer with outdoor seating just steps from the water. The menu focuses on fresh seafood and offers classic and sophisticated dishes, such as the famous Pinataccia (a type of stew) or excellent risottos. The service is generally friendly and professional, and the quality of the ingredients is evident. Some reviews point to differences in the service or the presentation of special dishes, but overall the experience remains pleasant and the quality/price ratio is considered fair by many. Recommended for a romantic dinner or a lakeside lunch with friends or family.

The 8 euro pasta sauce is a steal! read more The 8 euro pasta sauce is a steal!

Great hospitality, world-class service with a great sense of humor, and exclusively Italian...right, it's Italy after all. The cuisine? Varied and full of flavo... read more Great hospitality, world-class service with a great sense of humor, and exclusively Italian...right, it's Italy after all. The cuisine? Varied and full of flavor. Gnocchi with sea urchins. Highly recommended.