LA CUCINA della Darbia In Orta san giulio

Let’s start with the positives: the area is beautiful overlooking Lake Orta and the most famous 3 Michelin star in the region. From the moment you park at the designated car park for the restaurant, you will walk through their organic garden where they get all their fruit, veg and herbs. We came for lunch and ate outside which was a real vibe as we took in the view. Even if it rains, most tables are protected by the above trees which created an even more romantic setting. Now the negatives: I thought the food was very average; especially considering the high prices. La Darbia is clearly going for a Michelin star given the service, location and prices but there is a reason they don’t have one in my opinion. We had the tasting menu which is 5 course meal, and tried both the vegetarian and meat options. I thought the pasta course was the best followed by the dessert. The other courses I will forget about by next week, average at best. I will also stress than my partner’s vegetarian menu was better than the meat one. Service was good, staff mostly spoke English. Professional service. Overall: it was an ok meal, an amazing atmosphere but wouldn’t go back.

Llegamos sin ninguna expectativa específica, ya que no estábamos familiarizados con el lugar, pero nos quedamos completamente impresionados por el personal excepcional, el entorno impresionante, el ambiente cálido y acogedor, y la comida exquisita acompañada de menús de vinos perfectamente maridados con y sin alcohol.

Simply stunning. If you can, stay at La Darbia too! Also the bistrot in the kitchen garden outside is the perfect place for a drink before/after the meal.

Amazing atmosphere, service and food! Everything is thought through details and beautiful view

Magical place, impeccable cuisine and service.

Wonderful location with breathtaking views, especially in the Dehors, very professional and kind service. Fine cuisine and good service.

An enchanted place, with a wonderful view of Lake Orta, a restaurant with food that is nothing short of sublime, a unique treat. I absolutely recommend trying it.

Awesome sight with breathtaking food experience. After dinner, I eventually had the chance to meet the chief and tell him my gratitude for the finest cuisine.

Indescribable.... this place is so beautiful and welcoming, the food is excellent. ...flavors to be discovered. The staff are truly friendly and above all professional. Well done

Location incantevole curata nei minimi dettagli. Personale attento ed accogliente. Cucina perfetta con piatti della tradizione rivisitati in modo impeccabile, come il morone e la quaglia che non si trovano in tutti i ristoranti. Chef Matteo Monfrinotti …talmente avanti che se si guarda indietro vede il futuro!!👏👏👏👍👍