Il Battello di Arona In Arona

Celebrated a beautiful birthday in a special environment! High quality food and wines. Thanks to Ezechiele and colleagues for their service and kindness.

A unique experience of taste, history and refinement We went to the Piroscafo Lombardia 1908 restaurant in Arona and the experience was simply unforgettable. The restaurant is located on a real vintage steamer, beautifully restored, which takes you back in time with its charm of a luxury boat from the early twentieth century. Every detail is taken care of with elegance: refined furnishings, golden cutlery, brilliant glasses and, in particular, the attention to the wine service which really impressed us. The tablecloths, although not in rich fabrics, were very charming, embellished with a discreet estate logo. The cuisine is gourmet, with products from their estates: meats, cured meats, oil and wine. The menu, although not very long, fully satisfies every taste. We started with cured meat appetizers and a truly exceptional home made giardiniera. As a second course, a Fassona sirloin served with julienned artichokes and potatoes, accompanied by a spectacular mulled wine fondue in which to dip each bite before bringing it to your mouth. The desserts were a worthy conclusion: ice cream with "the fun" (toasted dried fruit, chocolate flakes, chocolate sauce) and a chocolate semifreddo with candied orange fruit, served with a passito wine from their estate. At the end of the meal, the coffee was accompanied by delicious "cuddles", an extremely welcome final touch. The service was exceptional: the maître d' accompanied us with great passion and attention, telling the story of the boat, the raw materials and the dishes, always with competence and discretion. Even small gestures, like immediately replacing a dropped napkin, made a difference. The quality-price ratio is more than correct, especially considering the very high level of the overall experience. We recommend it without hesitation to anyone who wants to experience a truly special lunch or dinner. We are already thinking about who to invite for the next important occasion.

A lunch we will remember forever. The owners have brought back to life a piece of history that has deserved to be enhanced for decades. Well done! The environment is the essence of elegance: simplicity and attention to detail, faithful to the 1920s period in which the steamship was in operation. This aspect is reflected in the style of the dishes and the service. The staff is surprising: young experts who assisted us with extraordinary competence, naturalness and friendliness throughout the experience. The menu is made up of genuine local products deriving from breeding and cultivations owned by the restaurant itself, all artfully prepared by the kitchen to obtain unique flavors. Also worth mentioning is the humility of the owners who personally take care of all the contexts. Congratulations indeed! Last but not least: reasonable prices!

Our group of 60 in Arona for a seminar was looking for a personalized and memorable experience to complete our program session. Working with Ezekiel via online initial request from the US to doing a set of pre-visits for understanding our groups needs; the service and customization was above and beyond. We needed to book on a specific day - one normally closed and the restaurant adjusted their team to work with us. From the moment of arrival to the appetizer buffet, and the custom cultivated company wine with personal recommendations; the experience was exceptional and really hit the mark. Our team was spoiled from start to finish. The small touches- the accent colors of the company in the table settings and flower arrangements, the boat itself steeped in history, and of course the natural backdrop at sunset which is one only the Piroscafo Lombaedia can provide from the open deck up front- we were amazed. We will return when the chance arrives to visit Arona!

An experience to be had, the atmosphere and impeccable service, very beautiful dishes, wonderful meat

We had the chance to enjoy a late lunch at 4 pm, even though all the other restaurant kitchens were already closed. Everything was exceptional—the food, the location, and the warm, attentive service. All the ingredients are locally sourced from their trusted artisans and prepared with great care. Our waiter, Ezekiel, took the time to explain every detail about the dishes, making the experience even more special. Even the homemade bread, crafted from wine grape seeds, was a delicious surprise. Highly recommend this place for an authentic and memorable dining experience!

“The ambiance was absolutely amazing, and the service was exceptional. Zaki was an outstanding host—extremely kind and helpful. I truly enjoyed my time there and captured some beautiful photos. Highly recommend

One of the best dinners ever!!! Starting from the location with attention to the smallest details, an intimate and private environment... impeccable service, attentive to every need, available and friendly... the food is pure delicacy from starters to desserts without excluding wines and bitters! (If you have the chance, try the pink pepper fillet). Excellent value for money. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND

Servizio al top... Camerieri molto professionali e simpatici. Il posto è accogliente e romantico e il cibo è all'altezza delle aspettative. Esperienza da ripetere molto presto. P.s. Il rapporto qualità prezzo è fantastico

Ristorante davvero molto elegante..personale super professionale e gentile..mangiare davvero eccellente!ho organizzato una cena con amici, non ci erano mai stati..tutti sono rimasti sbalorditi in tutto! Lo consiglio sia per un pranzo.. ma soprattutto per una cena! Voto più che ottimo!!ci tornerò sicuramente…,