Reviews - Luce

We hosted our wedding lunch here: everything was perfect, the atmosphere was wonderful, the food was delicious... We couldn 't have asked for anything better. V... read more We hosted our wedding lunch here: everything was perfect, the atmosphere was wonderful, the food was delicious... We couldn 't have asked for anything better. Valentina is exceptional in overseeing every step of the planning process; you feel truly safe and in good hands. It 's a beautiful place even for a normal lunch or dinner, both in the winter (with its stunning fireplace room) and in the summer (with its garden so beautiful it 's something you 'll fall in love with). If you fancy a stroll, the garden at Villa Panza (managed by the FAI) is enchanting and always worth a visit.

The gardens and the villa are a wonderful place. There's also a wonderful restaurant serving delicious food with a full respect for local produce. It's luxuriou... read more The gardens and the villa are a wonderful place. There's also a wonderful restaurant serving delicious food with a full respect for local produce. It's luxurious but not overly pompous, with a very friendly atmosphere. Prices are very reasonable for this type of restaurant. There's a wide selection of wines, which are matched by the wine list. The villa's collection is very interesting. The art intertwines with the villa's rich interior, where you can see everyday rooms full of the splendor and charm of bygone years. You can spend a pleasant day enjoying the wonderful views in the charming garden.

This is a difficult review to write; it took me over a week because we found many positive aspects, but also just as many we didn't like. Let me start by saying... read more This is a difficult review to write; it took me over a week because we found many positive aspects, but also just as many we didn't like. Let me start by saying that we ate outside, so this review is limited to that. The location is spectacular, beyond words. The staff is helpful and friendly, perhaps a little overzealous, and in certain situations it shows and feels that way. Garden tables are large but wobbly given the terrain they're set on. The chairs are uncomfortable, despite the cushions provided. The dishes are neither good nor bad; well-presented, but the substance is certainly not a strong point. Given the location, the Michelin logo at the entrance, and the price, it would be nice if the waiter poured the wine, not the customer. Lastly, the price. You pay for the location, which is truly unique, but the quality of the food needs updating, as does the service. When it came time to pay the usual question (all good), my wife's answer (no, and you should have noticed) elicited no reaction, just an outstretched hand to politely hand over the POS. We definitely won't be returning. There are restaurants in Varese where the food is definitely better.

Excellent lunch. We opted for the Simplicity tasting menu. The service was professional and friendly. The atmosphere was refined. read more Excellent lunch. We opted for the Simplicity tasting menu. The service was professional and friendly. The atmosphere was refined.

The food was of course very tasty but the price didn't do justice to what I was expecting. Chairs were a bit uncomfortable made of metal. Service was nice. Ambi... read more The food was of course very tasty but the price didn't do justice to what I was expecting. Chairs were a bit uncomfortable made of metal. Service was nice. Ambience top Food: 4 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 4

Classic place in varese, near the A8 runway. within a park and a museum it offers indoor and outdoor space. especially noteworthy is the sweetness that comes fr... read more Classic place in varese, near the A8 runway. within a park and a museum it offers indoor and outdoor space. especially noteworthy is the sweetness that comes from her garden. solid kitchen, more than average price.

Fabulous eating, fabulous place and fantastic service. the eating options were great. I recommend this restaurant. read more Fabulous eating, fabulous place and fantastic service. the eating options were great. I recommend this restaurant.

Dinner before 4 days. personal friendly and friendly, made us feel comfortable and not rushed. we had an excellent three-course menu, including risotto with tru... read more Dinner before 4 days. personal friendly and friendly, made us feel comfortable and not rushed. we had an excellent three-course menu, including risotto with truffles, spaghetti, fish (ombrina on a bed of the bon) and vegan options. all dishes were of good quality, with fresh ingredients and well presented.

Had an amazing experience here with my friends and family. eating was delicious, the staff is friendly! read more Had an amazing experience here with my friends and family. eating was delicious, the staff is friendly!

Whilst visiting Villa Panza we happened upon the court yard to the Restaurant Luce and decided to have a look at the menu. To our surprise there was Fish and Ch... read more Whilst visiting Villa Panza we happened upon the court yard to the Restaurant Luce and decided to have a look at the menu. To our surprise there was Fish and Chips a good job really because the surly waiter didn't speak much English at...all. Not sure what we were expecting but if you ordered the same on the Seafront at Whitby in pretty certain what we were served wouldn't be looking back at you from the wrapper! Ultimately though, it was nicely cooked large discs of potato with lovely fish in a light batter. None out of ten for being identifiable but 9 out of ten for taste. Recommended for the novelty value.