Casa Leali In Puegnago sul garda

It's always a unique and exclusive pleasure to savor the delicacies expertly and ingeniously prepared by Chef Andrea and expertly presented by Marco and his team. The serene and private atmosphere and the pleasant climate of the Valtenesi region complete the experience. Antonio Muciaccia

As in any high-end restaurant, the cuisine is presented and interpreted with a blend of ideas and local ingredients. Here, through the original menu, with two additional courses, we savored a reinterpretation of many flavors and textures. Every detail is carefully crafted and richly described, yet still giving due weight to the dish being served. It's a slow experience to fully appreciate the flavors, aromas, and intensity of each dish. By the end of the meal, you're completely satisfied. The table and the room are very intimate, with subtle lighting defining the perimeter. The attentive and calm wait staff exude serenity, ensuring a pleasant evening. The price is perfectly in line with the offerings, reflecting the quality and attention to detail, and above all, ensuring excellent service.

A very high-level dinner, certainly worth a visit

Casa Leali was a pleasant discovery. The two-hour drive was well worth it. From one course to the next, we were guided on a journey that takes you through the finest ingredients and local produce, crafted to create unique dishes. New flavors and explosions of taste accompany you from the entrée to the dessert. You can sense the passion, attention to detail, and commitment that Chef Leali and his team put into every dish. The service was adequate and not too slow, as is often the case. Thank you, and we'll be back soon.

Yesterday my wife and I had dinner at the Casa Leali restaurant. Once again, Andrea and Marco managed to make us feel great and eat and drink wonderfully. Thanks guys.

Overall, a good experience, with great friendliness and professionalism. The restaurant's history is beautiful, and the location is also nice, even if it seemed a bit stuffy at times. I was a bit unsure about the dishes, as I didn't quite understand some of the choices, both in terms of taste and appearance. Overall, however, I was satisfied with the experience.

Absolutely top-quality ingredients and exquisite technique. An unforgettable sensory journey. Kudos to the Chef and all the staff for the perfect welcome. We chose the original tasting menu with the addition of scampi toast and will definitely be back to try the classic tasting menu.

Brothers Andrea and Marco are passionate about the region and its cuisine. They capture its flavors while preserving the essence of their dishes and giving each dish a fresh and innovative interpretation. Superb attention to detail is paid to the preparation of each dish. The wine tastings carefully follow and enhance the culinary journey. The service is impeccable, and they're always available to answer any questions you may have about the region's flavors and history. An experience worth repeating.

We chose Casa Leali both because we were captivated by the reviews that spoke of a youthful and innovative atmosphere, yet rooted in the local area, and by the review on the Michelin Guide website that praised the local ingredients. What more can we say? We were completely satisfied; we appreciated every single dish that showcased the local area and its products. The ingredients were excellent, and above all, we greatly appreciated the opportunity to savor and experience the unique flavors and tastes without being overwhelmed. Special mention goes to the dining room staff for their kindness and professionalism. The choice to have the dessert prepared directly by the chef was truly appreciated. Excellent wine list and selection. Excellent all-round talent.

When "CASA LEALI" doesn't feel like home... We went there for lunch and arrived seven minutes early. They asked us to wait at the entrance (not a bad thing, except for the clearly annoyed tone of voice when I wandered near the dining room). Once the reservation was verified in our name, we waited the seven minutes in question without being seated at a table. I found it an unpleasant wait, just as it was unpleasant to wait about 20-25 minutes after ordering the wine. The young woman in the dining room is the only one who tries to convey a pleasant feeling, accompanying the service with a smile, which never came from the owner. As for the cuisine, you can definitely see the hours of preparation and care put into it. The welcome and the first two courses of the "classic" tasting menu were exciting, but then my enthusiasm waned as I tasted the other courses. The bread ravioli have this acidic note that's further accentuated by the pickled Parmesan, and I didn't find the softness of a dish their grandmother used to make. The trout...it didn't mean anything to me! The rabbit shoulder was beautifully presented, then glazed at the table with a tomato sauce I would have happily avoided. The carrot cake with orange and ginger juice tasted good, but I didn't understand the point of wetting the cake with the juice and taking away the pleasant sensation of chewing. The leftover bread sounds redundant when making: Bread ice cream Bread crepes with jam Bread roche Bread pudding (Grandma's bread ravioli) OK, BUT IT'S TOO MUCH!