Trattoria delle Miniere In Lenna

Wonderful tasting menu with vegetarian options. Everything was truly delicious and beautifully presented. I can't say which course I liked best because everything was wow, and that's certainly not a given, on the contrary... Excellent bread making and expert display of truly excellent ingredients. Very fair price. I can only give you 5 stars, well deserved. Congratulations!

Opened in 1927 by the Beltramelli family, who ensured its success for decades, making it a place of social gathering, the Trattoria delle Miniere in Lenna, a secluded village in the heart of the Bergamo Brembana Valley, has undergone a transformation since 2020. Little in form, much in substance. After several formative experiences that allowed him to acquire techniques and awareness, the young Lorenzo Bonini returned to his hometown and took over the historic trattoria, with clear ideas about what his cuisine would be, which unequivocally revolves around one key expression: territory. Yes, because it is the Brembana Valley, with its products—the fruit of typically mountain agriculture and farming methods—that Lorenzo wants to promote. The connection with the territory and its products also signifies the memory of traditional cuisine. A memory that Lorenzo Bonini wishes to embrace, through the techniques he has acquired, to propose a contemporary cuisine. The menu, always subject to change based on product availability, perfectly represents Lorenzo's vision of cuisine, which always features references to tradition, but updated and reinterpreted with a personal touch. Thus, on the late May menu, we find Taleggio cocotte (a typical cheese named after the nearby valley of the same name, where it is produced), "Le selvagge" melted egg (named after the company that produces them in Nembro, not far from the restaurant, from Livorno chickens raised free-range in the woods), Catalogna and wild herbs; "Panada," a reinterpretation of the local bread soup (served warm) with thyme-infused tomato cubes, breadcrumbs and crumble, and trout roe; The traditional casoncelli (made with water and flour and stuffed with roast beef and sausage), from which Lorenzo has removed the "weight" (in the traditional recipe) of the pancetta and added, at the customer's discretion, a dash of cinnamon flavoring, fortunately without removing the melted mountain butter. Next up are the green gnocchi with Agrì (a Slow Food Presidium cheese, made from cow's or goat's milk, produced by the Latteria Sociale of nearby Valtorta) and dandelion, flavored with wild garlic; the local goat roulade (roulade) with its rosemary sauce and sautéed seasonal vegetables; and the braised pork cheek, fresh mustard, and whipped potato puree. The dessert menu also confirms the close attention to the local gastronomic culture. Here, we find the delicious puff pastry cuffin (a type of muffin/brioche), served warm, to be dunked in Moscato di Scanzo rösömada (a zabaglione) (another local delicacy), and Leadél (local dialect for "yeast"), a successful reinterpretation of Lenna's traditional holiday cake. Lunch or dinner begins with delicious amuse-bouche where the fragrance of bread, focaccia, and polenta sheets (made from local cornmeal)—all homemade—are enhanced by the deliciousness of mountain butter, and concludes with a pre-dessert. Even coffee (of remarkable quality) is served accompanied by small homemade friandises. Two affordable tasting menus are available, with 4 or 6 courses, at 45 and 55 euros, respectively. For consistency (and, in this case, courage), the wine list also features exclusively local wineries. This is a choice we appreciate and share. The service is familiar (literally), professional, and places the customer in the best position to fully experience this compelling gastronomic experience. The restaurant, renovated and beautifully furnished in the same space as the historic trattoria, is modern, spacious, and bright. There are just a few (round) tables, well-spaced. The old bar counter at the entrance has been thoughtfully preserved. The outdoor area could be better enhanced. Perhaps in the near future.

We had a great time. We had the six-course tasting menu. Everything was truly delicious, with top-quality ingredients, an explosion of flavors. We'll definitely be back. The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable. I think the quality/price ratio was good. I recommend it.

A wonderful surprise at Trattoria delle Miniere. We tried the tasting menu, and every dish was truly excellent, both in presentation and flavor. From the entree to the dessert, every flavor was delicious—a truly wonderful experience! It's definitely in my top 3 favorite places in the Bergamo area! We'll definitely be back.

We chose the 6-course tasting menu, a truly unique experience. Each course was rich in design and flavor, some of which truly amazed us. The atmosphere was quiet and pleasant, with very attentive and knowledgeable service. The carefully planned products were superb. The wine selection was excellent. The little touches, like the starter and the sorbet, were appreciated. Also worth considering for special occasions or as a gift; we would definitely recommend it.

I hate to leave a negative review, but I expected more. The atmosphere is nice but a bit cold, with no flowers or anything else on the table. The food has too many contrasting flavors, and in some cases, it's even overdone. The welcome from the kitchen and the service were warm. There's still a lot to do!

An elegant yet simple restaurant with a touch of old-world charm. Local cuisine revisited, beautifully presented, and above all delicious. Friendly and helpful staff. Excellent local wine list.

Found it by chance while walking past. And it was a pleasant surprise in every sense. Beautiful place. Excellent service. But above all, we ate some unique dishes, and in our humble opinion, excellent. Highly recommended.

Sono andato con la mia ragazza In quanto mi è stata regalata una cena per due. Abbiamo preso il menu da cinque portate se non erro. Nel complesso l'ambiente, il servizio e la presentazione dei piatti sono eccellenti. Ciò che non ci ha soddisfatto sono stati i sapori, tutti molto decisi e con una componente acida. Il risotto e i tortelli in brodo sono ciò che ci hanno deluso al punto di non finirli, sapore forte di aceto in entrambi i casi. C'è da dire che la qualità dei piatti è indiscutibile però se dovete cenare non fate come noi, prestate attenzione ai piatti che prendete, leggendo bene gli ingredienti dal menù.

Servizio in sala impeccabile. L'atmosfera è rilassante e accogliente. Il ristorante ha una vista molto piacevole sulla natura della Val Brembana che lo circonda. Il gusto di ogni piatto eccezionale! Bravissimi!