Il Balmetto In Borgofranco d'ivrea

Excellent restaurant…the food is really good and the portions are generous…the owner is always very kind and welcoming as are all her staff

It's easy to get to, but once you arrive, it's unclear which restaurant it is or where the entrance is; it should be better signposted. The service is a bit slow, like a wedding reception, with everyone getting the same dish more or less at the same time. We arrived by chance, without a reservation. We found a fixed Sunday menu, but no menu or any indication of the courses (we had to ask what was on while they were already bringing us appetizers), much less the price. This is definitely not the case. The place is very nice, warm, with wood and a fireplace, just a bit dark despite it being a sunny day. The bathrooms need updating. The strong points are the kindness, the courtesy of the service, and the very good dishes. In short, a good place for a typical Piedmontese lunch or dinner, unhurried and with courtesy.

We're always happy to dine with Miriam, who always amazes us with her authentic and original recipes. From apple salad to flan, from hummus to vitello tonnato, every appetizer is always tasty and well-balanced. And what can we say about the first courses? A spectacular mushroom risotto! And the desserts are all made with fresh ingredients and delicious flavors! The roaring fireplace adds a touch of romance.

Sublime food, friendly and welcoming owner, excellent service, very interesting dishes, a mix of traditional with some contemporary notes, very reasonable prices.

Phone. I would like to point out that I cannot eat anything containing dairy products. Maximum availability. When we arrived, I found a perfect, carefully decorated and clean environment. The owners and waiters were extremely helpful. I was able to eat from appetizer to dessert. All the dishes were spectacular, cooked to perfection. No waiting between courses. My compliments, truly. Highly recommended!