Albergo Ristorante La Pineta In Antrona schieranco

This is an atypical restaurant for a mountain resort. You'll find it right there at the end of that winding climb that leads into the woods, a perfect road for motorcyclists. At a certain point, a plateau opens up, offering a view that ranges from the surrounding mountain peaks to a lake and a splendid waterfall, beneath which you can even stroll. The restaurant is very large for such a remote location and offers meals at all hours. The high quality of the products makes for excellent meals, although the menu is a bit touristy, but definitely acceptable for the service. There's also a bar located inside a wooden kiosk right in the middle of the sunny outdoor area, which allowed us to enjoy the first spring sunshine. I recommend, also to help digest... a walk around the nearby lake to admire the great waterfall. Small note: the lake exists due to a landslide on the slope that blocked the river estuary, creating a natural basin.

Prices are a bit high for what you get. Side dishes are paid separately. The staff is friendly and the service is fast. Beautiful location with a view.

Everything was delicious, the staff were welcoming and kind.

We stopped for lunch after walking around the lake. Pros: fast service without a reservation. Cons: the food was prepared and—at least the mushroom-based one we had—of poor quality... the mushrooms were soupy and poorly blended with both the polenta and the tagliolini. The chocolate cake was average. I wouldn't go back.