Stunning location, secluded and quiet within a courtyard. The menu features a limited selection, but uses quality ingredients and unique pairings that make them truly interesting. Excellent value. The service is very fast and never intrusive. Highly recommended.
Elisa Pezzotti
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04 Maggio 2026
10,0
A very pleasant Sunday lunch, both for the location and the quality of the food. We ordered a selection of appetizers, a first course, a second course, two desserts, a glass of red wine, water, and coffee, and were very satisfied. The only drawback was perhaps the cover charge, which at €3 was a bit above average. The desserts were good, but not as good as the other dishes, which were very good. Overall, a highly recommended experience!
Giuliana
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20 Aprile 2026
10,0
I went with two friends to the Alla Posteria restaurant in Varese with average expectations, and unfortunately, they remained so.
The restaurant is average, with no particular distinguishing features. The staff is friendly and helpful, nothing to complain about in that regard. The food, however, is average: decent, but nothing memorable, especially considering the final bill of €190 (two platters and three main courses).
The truly disappointing part came at the end of the meal. Jokingly, I asked, "Excuse me, isn't there anything on the house?" I was told, rather coldly, that the management doesn't offer anything because it's a "rule" of the restaurant.
Beyond the offer itself—which is certainly not mandatory—what leaves a bitter taste in the mouth is the rigidity and total lack of even a small gesture of courtesy after a large expense. Sometimes, it takes very little to make a customer feel appreciated.
It's a shame, because the overall experience wasn't negative, but this closure left a feeling of sadness.
We didn't leave a tip...it was our "rule."
Personally, I don't think I'll be back.
Adriano
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26 Marzo 2026
6,0
A very positive experience. I had an appetizer, a first course, and a dessert. Everything was very good. The service was very friendly, although if you order a glass of wine, I'd recommend pouring it directly at the table to show the bottle instead of bringing a full glass. The atmosphere is very pleasant, and the final price was fair for the location and quality.
Marco
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23 Marzo 2026
10,0
Delicious dinner, perfect atmosphere. Everything was delicious!
Highly recommended.
Michela Bulgheroni
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07 Marzo 2026
10,0
The location, we know, is beautiful, we're in the heart of Varese.
The dishes are very good (except for the desserts), which lowers the rating.
The kitchen closes at 10 pm, so one of our guests is left without a second course (we could have been warned). In any case, I find it embarrassing on a Saturday night.
The waiters are very friendly, except for the manager, who never makes his customers feel comfortable. (But that's well known.) It has all the credentials to be among the city's top five, but it needs work. In any case, it's definitely worth a visit.
spadino Saint Exupery
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02 Marzo 2026
8,0
It's a perfect choice for a romantic dinner in the center of Varese: the atmosphere is elegant and refined, with the option of dining in the internal courtyard/garden when the weather permits.
The experience focuses on quality over quantity; the menu isn't particularly long, but the dishes are beautifully presented, the quality is undeniably superior, and the staff is very discreet and elegant.
There's also a touch of originality, with dishes often revisited with unique and extremely fresh ingredients.
The location is very central, and the restaurant has multiple rooms on multiple levels, including an outdoor area within a private courtyard.
The place is very quiet, the tables are well spaced, and the service is quick and attentive.
Recommended.
davide daverio
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01 Marzo 2026
10,0
Restaurant in a charming courtyard in the Varese nightlife district.
The atmosphere is elegant and informal, with a limited but well-prepared menu. We tried the poached egg in creamed potatoes and Jerusalem artichoke, and the braised cheek for our main course (I would have preferred it overcooked...personal taste), accompanied by a good Nebbiolo.
The staff is young and very professional.
Prices are slightly higher than what's offered, but fairly in line with mid- to high-end restaurants in the city center.
Fabry P
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08 Febbraio 2026
8,0
Another restaurant worthy of the "Assemblage Kitchens" guide, and not even with quality ingredients. The risotto? Cloying. Never again.
Alberto Strani
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03 Febbraio 2026
6,0
Quality menu and delicious dishes in the heart of Varese.
Highly recommended!
Samuele Pironti
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01 Febbraio 2026
10,0