The food was sooo special and delicious, everything fresh and homemade. Also the service was perfect, Piermario is a very very warm hearted and friendly person, as well is his team. Thank you so much! Hope to see you again soon!
Rami A.
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13 Novembre 2025
10,0
I loved this restaurant, it is super cozy, the owner provides such an amazing service, it made us feel like home and the food was absolutely delicious. We will be back soon! Grazie mille!!
Francisca Padilla
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13 Novembre 2025
10,0
An absolute hidden gem! The food was outstanding – everything fresh, prepared with love, and a true culinary highlight. We especially loved the handwritten menu, which is regularly updated to reflect the seasons.
The owner was incredibly kind and attentive – just the right mix of warm and unobtrusive. You can tell he's passionate about his work.
Overall, a truly memorable experience – authentic, cozy, and top-notch. We'll definitely be back!
Susanna G.
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04 Novembre 2025
10,0
This is a perfect place to experience local cuisine, cooked by someone who is passionate about cooking and local produce! Very friendly host and staff! The dishes we tried were delicious. The veranda has amazing views too!
Cat Bampakou
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25 Ottobre 2025
10,0
What a stroke of luck! We stumbled upon "Il Malombra" quite by chance – a beautifully situated restaurant high above Lake Lugano, with stunning views of the mountains and a special, warm atmosphere.
We were there as a family – my wife, our 6-year-old daughter (currently a very picky eater), and our 8-month-old baby. Upon arrival, we received an incredibly friendly welcome; everything seemed relaxed, personal, and genuine. The restaurant is tastefully decorated, cozy, and unpretentious – simply authentic and run with love.
The food was simply fantastic: I had a venison ragout with tagliatelle, my wife had homemade chestnut ravioli with pumpkin cream and local truffle – both dishes were absolutely delicious. Our daughter initially only wanted spaghetti on its own, but then tried my ragout – and liked it so much that she immediately got her own portion and devoured it all. That says it all!
Absolutely great value for money, absolutely outstanding quality.
We enjoyed it so much that we went back the next day—right before our departure. So if you're in the Valsolda area, go and enjoy!
F D
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15 Ottobre 2025
10,0
We ate at Mario's twice during our five days on Lake Lugano, and both times it was simply fantastic: delicious, authentic Italian cuisine in a cozy atmosphere. Thank you for your hospitality, Mario. We'll be back!
Theresa G.
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14 Ottobre 2025
10,0
Good trattoria with a nice view, reasonably good food, and a fair price.
Ruggero Galasi
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12 Ottobre 2025
8,0
We come here every year and are delighted every time we discovered this place. We always love the food, the service, and the atmosphere. The value for money is excellent.
lemawo 87
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07 Ottobre 2025
10,0
Senza alcun dubbio il miglior ristorante della Valsolda ! Pietanze ottime , gestore simpatico , gentile e alla mano!!!
Fabrizio O
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02 Giugno 2025
10,0