Il Battello di Arona In Arona

Since they opened a few years ago, it's quickly become my favorite place. Yesterday, I returned for the second time to celebrate my birthday, as well as for other family lunches. The place still has its charm, even though it's a docked steamship, the journey of flavors you experience when tasting their dishes is wonderful. Excellent wines and exquisite pairings, the staff is truly kind, courteous, friendly, never intrusive, and truly, very helpful. This is the classic, hard-to-find example of a restaurant where they make you feel at home, pamper you, and let you taste truly original dishes made with the highest quality ingredients. Congratulations, you made my evening special and one to remember. We'll definitely see you very soon! Manuel and Zac, you're special! Thank you!

The staff is friendly and attentive to customer needs. The food is excellent and refined. An experience worth repeating.

It was a great experience, definitely worth repeating, maybe in the future.

A charming place for both dinner and lunch, or to stay overnight in one of the five stunning rooms with breathtaking lake views, some with a balcony, Jacuzzi, and sauna. Carefully prepared dishes and wines from the Cella Grande cellars, each with remarkable personality and taste. The staff is extremely kind, discreet, and passionate about their work. We'll be back.

Dinner with friends. The staff was very courteous, helpful, and friendly. We were treated very well, and they were extremely friendly and professional. The food had its ups and downs. It was good, but it didn't make us say "wow." The panna cotta wasn't set and was very runny; I think there was either too little gelatin or it hadn't rested enough. I found the wine list to be a very negative, as it was limited to bottles of their own production. We were all wine lovers and regular wineries. In my opinion, a restaurant should also offer other producers. It's appropriate to include their own wines, but not only those. The wines, in our opinion, weren't exceptional. Charmat method, NO. The passito had clear flaws and wasn't in keeping with the style. The classic method was dull, with only pronounced acidity, very edgy. The classic method from Erbaluce, in my opinion, is "not something to do"! The reds are okay, neither praise nor disgrace. The problem is the prices on the wine list. If you force me to buy yours, you can't charge me the same as wines purchased from other producers. Excessive markups. For the same prices, at a restaurant, you can buy champagnes from excellent winemakers, excellent Nebbiolos, excellent Gattinaras... The food prices, however, are fair. So, a pleasant evening, we had a good time, but with ups and downs.

Everything was impeccable. Manuel was friendly and professional.

I was there on January 13th for dinner. An incredible experience on a 1908 steamship restored to its former glory. The waiters were super professional. I wanted to personally thank everyone who works here, all experts, and the food was delicious. I felt like I was transported back to a time when the beauty of ashes existed, intimate yet elegant and professional... something we're losing today, and which makes this place and the people who run it simply extraordinary. Thank you for everything, I'll gladly return. You made my birthday an experience I'll never forget. Thanks Again

We celebrated my daughter-in-law’s birthday at Piroscafo Lombardia just after Christmas, and it was a wonderful experience. The food was very good, beautifully prepared, and made even better by the wine recommended by the staff. The suggested wine pairing was fantastic and complemented the dishes perfectly. Prices were fair for the quality and overall experience. What really stood out was the staff: extremely welcoming, attentive, and happy to explain every dish in detail. It was lovely to know exactly what we were eating, how each plate was prepared, and the story behind it. The use of local ingredients was a big plus in my opinion and made the meal feel authentic and thoughtfully crafted. A great place for a special occasion, with excellent food, wine, and warm service. Highly recommended. 🍷

I spent a pleasant evening on the Piroscafo Lombardia, with excellent food and excellent wines. Excellent service.

Piroscafo Lombardia 1908 offers an experience that's hard to compare to a traditional restaurant. You don't come here simply to eat, but to step aboard a story that continues to sail. The steamship, with its elegant and well-worn structure, retains the authentic charm of the great early twentieth-century voyages, transforming every meal into a special moment. As soon as you sit down, you'll experience a unique sensation: the gentle movement of the water, the lake's reflections dancing on the surface, the silence interrupted only by discreet sounds. It's an experience that engages the senses before the palate. Tables overlooking portholes allow you to observe the landscape slowly passing by, making each course part of a broader journey, filled with light, calm, and contemplation. The cuisine accompanies this journey with balance, offering carefully crafted dishes rooted in the local area, designed to enhance conviviality without distracting from the unique atmosphere of the place. The service is measured, attentive but never intrusive, helping to maintain the harmony that makes the experience so enjoyable. Dining on the Piroscafo Lombardia 1908 means treating yourself to a timeless experience, where the lake becomes your dining companion and the past interacts with the present. It's not just a restaurant, but a lasting memory, made of water, history, and slowness.