Gasthof Zur Krone In Laion

06/06/2026: This meal was a complete surprise. We had finished exploring the Val di Funes quite late that day and hadn't planned to eat so far away. Since many restaurants were already closed, we drove for over an hour through the dense fog of the mountains before finally arriving. It was past 9 PM when we arrived, and the restaurant told us their kitchen was about to close, so they could only serve pizza. To be honest, we were exhausted and hungry at that point and didn't care about being picky. The pizza was much better than expected. We ordered a Bufala pizza, similar to an upgraded Margherita. The buffalo mozzarella was very generous, with a rich, creamy flavor, and the aroma of tomatoes was particularly pleasant. It looked simple, but it was the kind of pizza where you could taste the quality of the ingredients. We also ordered a ham and mushroom pizza. The ingredients were very fresh, and the aroma of the ham and mushrooms was natural, without any sense of being half-hearted. After a whole day of hiking and a long drive, these two hot pizzas perfectly soothed our hungry and tired hearts. Often, the quality of a meal depends not only on the food itself but also on the timing, and this meal happened precisely when it was most needed. The staff were also incredibly friendly; even close to closing time, they still made us feel welcome and attentive. The only minor regret was that we arrived too late; it was pitch black outside, and we couldn't see the surrounding scenery at all. We later learned that this was actually a mountaintop restaurant. I believe that coming during the day or in the evening, enjoying the view while dining, would have made for a much more perfect experience. If I ever visit this mountain area again, I would gladly make a detour to have a pizza here.

03/05/2026: Excellent service and good food, highly recommended.