I migliori ristoranti in Varese

15/03/2026: This year too, we went to Armonica for my partner's birthday, and we felt at home, in a refined and peaceful atmosphere, with fantastic staff and excellent food. It's become a tradition.

22/02/2026: Everything is taken care of down to the smallest detail. Spectacular location, with plenty of dining rooms so there's never too many people in the same space. Spectacular food and top-notch service. If you're in the area, stop by; if you don't know where else to go, go here.

07/05/2026: Super welcoming and informal place, perfect for an evening with friends! We had a wonderful evening, the staff were very friendly, the atmosphere relaxed, and the food truly delicious! The meat is exceptional!!! Tender, tasty, and excellent quality, with an excellent value! And the desserts are irresistible! We'll definitely be back, highly recommended!

06/05/2026: I've been frequenting this restaurant for several years, especially on Wednesdays and Thursdays, when it offers a special offer on rib-eye steak and fillet steak. For this very reason, I recently decided to return with friends, confident I'd rediscover the quality and integrity I'd appreciated in the past. Unfortunately, the recent experience was deeply disappointing. Four of us returned and ordered rib-eye steak and fillet steak, expecting everyone to get similar cuts, as would be expected for such a specialty. Instead, completely different cuts arrived at the table: on one side, a thick, well-presented rib-eye steak; on the other, much smaller cuts, decidedly inferior in thickness and appearance. Such a striking difference, especially at the same price, is simply unacceptable. The problem wasn't just the meat, but also the way it was handled. When we pointed out the difference, we received an unprofessional and superficial response that left us truly perplexed. Instead of receiving a serious explanation or even a modicum of attention to customers who have been frequenting the restaurant for years, we almost felt reprimanded for simply noticing a glaring disparity. I find it disappointing that, when paying for a special offer, at least some consistency in service and product isn't guaranteed. If some cuts are smaller or less generous, it would be fair to communicate this clearly, especially since the customer has the right to know what they're ordering and what they're paying for. The way things were done, however, almost feels like a mockery. The evening was ruined not only by the subpar quality, but also by the atmosphere at the table: between embarrassment, arguments, and a lack of professionalism, the overall experience was anything but positive. I'm sorry to say, but after years of frequenting, this time we left feeling deeply disappointed. I advise against going to this restaurant on special offer days, at least without paying close attention to the cuts served. Personally, before returning, I will ensure that a more serious standard is maintained, both in the product and in customer relations.

09/03/2026: What a wonderful discovery! I fell in love with it! From the moment you enter, you can feel the welcoming atmosphere, with attention to every detail. The staff was incredibly kind, never intrusive but always present. We ate divinely: traditional dishes revisited with a touch of originality and the freshest ingredients. Excellent value. I'll definitely be back!

06/03/2026: Nice, authentic and cosy, superb service, excelent food.

12/04/2026: Absolutely unforgettable experience! The octopus was hands down the best I’ve ever had—perfectly tender, beautifully seasoned, and cooked to perfection. Every dish was bursting with flavor and presented with real attention to detail. The staff made us feel truly welcome from the moment we arrived—warm, attentive, and genuinely passionate about what they do. And the chef? Pure talent. Every bite shows creativity and skill that honestly deserves Michelin recognition. This place is a hidden gem in Varese- k will have to come back there again

06/04/2026: Always excellent quality and impeccable service

03/04/2026: Simply the best restaurant I've ever been to!

03/04/2026: A business lunch in a pleasant and discreet setting. The dishes were interesting, but the service was subpar. The waiters were poorly trained, and the wrinkled polo shirts didn't make a good impression. Overall, it's worth a stop; we'll be back.

28/04/2026: Everything was impeccable. Exquisite dishes, perfect service. Delightful place

25/04/2026: For dinners to remember: a welcoming place, knowledgeable and friendly staff, traditional and innovative food, everything super well-prepared and delicious!

23/04/2026: The food is good, both fish and desserts. Fast service, good value, and friendly staff. However, the place is too noisy and the tables are close together, making it really hard to talk.

06/04/2026: Excellent pizza. Very friendly and helpful waiters. Highly recommended.

09/04/2026: Staff like the worst in Ramsey’s Kitchen Nightmares! Awful staff - waitress like an angry twisted wasp - so rude. You can’t order a drink when you arrive. Go somewhere else please. We have previously eaten at Cerva restaurant ( just round the corner ) which is very good but decided to give Samarcanda a try. Big mistake. Previous reviews had commented about the very bad attitude of the staff and they were so right! We arrived and were shown to our table. Waitress appeared after ten minutes - very sullen and grumpy. Asked if we were ready to order. We said not quite but can we order a bottle of wine and water while we decide. She said no - everything has to be ordered at once. We were a bit confused - are you saying we can’t order drinks while we look at the menu? We had walked round from the Holiday Inn so were a bit parched for water She was very rude - and insisted everything to be ordered at once. “So we can’t order drinks and starters and decide what we want after? Are you serious?” We decided we would leave. She got really nasty and walked away shouting abuse about us. I don’t speak Italian but do speak Spanish and the languages are similar enough to get an idea of the insults she was shouting. She was really being rude. We eat out a lot (maybe 3 or 4 times a week) and we have come to realise that a bad attitude at the start only gets worse. So we now reckon, if something is bad, just cash your chips and walk out! So that’s what we did! A man behind the bar asked us what had happened. We started telling him and the nasty waitress rushed up and started shouting over us. We were trying to explain we had just wanted to order a drink before ordering food - but waitress kept on shouting! The man behind counter was telling her to go away - and so were we. I told him - look at her behaviour - it’s like having a mosquito around you - she was jumping around shouting and shrieking like an angry wasp. Kind of hilarious actually - a bit Fawlty Towers. The guy kept trying to get rid of her, holding his hand up and pointing to her to go away and asking what happened. We thought the guy might sit us somewhere else and find us another waitress but when we finally managed to explain what had happened - and asked can we order drinks with food afterwards, he just shrugged. So we left….. To be honest, they probably did us a favour. We went to Cerva down the road where the server was on her own serving about ten tables but she was super efficient smiley, happy and welcoming. The Cerva food was excellent - like really home cooked, delicious quality and generous portions. Great wine only €10 for a litre carafe. Cerva is all round much much better than Samarcanda. The environment is a little more like a cafe - but the experience was excellent and there are lots of locals and friendly people in there - always a good sign. As I mentioned, we eat out a lot, and recognise that it’s not just the food - it’s the entire experience. I don’t know if the food is good or bad at Samarcanda- but it wouldn’t matter - I wouldn’t eat there again on our next trip through Milan and would definitely not recommend it. There is no point at all going out and paying money to eat with a waitress behaving like an angry wasp - so Samarcanda is up there as one of our worst ding out experiences. Do not - definitely NOT recommend!

09/04/2026: The restaurants in the small town near the airport were surprisingly delicious.

18/04/2026: Omen nomen A pleasant, well-kept place with precise and attentive service The dishes are well-made and beautifully presented The train is always the train...

08/04/2026: Friendly staff, fairly small but cozy atmosphere. I mostly ate meat, and everything was really excellent. Fair prices for the experience. I'll definitely be back.

18/04/2026: Beautiful restaurant, very welcoming. Friendly staff. Excellent food. Compliments to all the staff.

08/04/2026: The restaurant is right on the beach promenade, but unfortunately, not many restaurants were open. The food was very tasty, small portions but delicious nonetheless. Unfortunately, the service was really poor. It was very hectic, and we didn't feel welcome. It was more of a rushed affair; we arrived, were served quickly, and received our food after 10 minutes. The children's portions were more suited to very young children; had we known this, we would have ordered a normal-sized portion for them. We wouldn't be coming back.

10/04/2026: Truly a beautiful place, very good food, both risotto and polenta, and lake fish. Excellent service from the truly professional waiters. The toad swimming happily in the pond gave me a sense of relaxation ahead of summer.

06/04/2026: Excellent experience, a five-star Easter lunch. The menu was well-chosen, cooked, and served. The location is very clean and well-maintained, nestled in the pine forest and surrounded by a beautiful lake (where members can go sport fishing). We'll definitely be back. Highly recommended!

29/04/2026: Anyone looking for something beyond pizza, pasta, or bread with ham and/or cheese will find pretzels, bratwurst, and currywurst here. Unfortunately, W11 isn't located in South Tyrol—and you can definitely taste it. If you're craving sauerkraut, you can go there; the food this restaurant chain serves isn't bad. However, despite the attentive service, I can't really recommend it.

17/04/2026: The restaurant's layout perfectly captures the overall impression. Honestly, we came in after a book presentation in the Veratti room because we were late and had no other options. We had Swiss steaks (a burger can't be mentioned), which we asked for almost raw and arrived almost overcooked; a grilled sausage platter; a tagliata that wasn't there was transformed into a fillet that wasn't there (good, but sirloin and always overcooked). For peace of mind, since I was with guests, I skipped it, but the very kind girl serving me understood. The wine list was very limited and overpriced. The only positive thing was the waitress, friendly and professional. One question: how can you put up a sign like that with an interior with extraordinary ceilings?

13/02/2026: Lunch for two with a coupon for the mixed grill for two, 1 kg. Six different cuts of meat, all superb, with two side dishes, two desserts with two glasses of Malbec, and two coffees, all for €84. Well done.

08/02/2026: Simply an exceptional experience. Top-quality Argentinean meat, cooked to perfection. From asado to empanadas, every dish is meticulously prepared with great respect for tradition. The staff is attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable, always ready to recommend the best cut or the perfect wine pairing. Excellent value for the quality offered. Definitely worth a try. Highly recommended!

07/04/2026: I was just passing by with my dog on the public sidewalk, and my dog was only sniffing near the entrance. The staff member told me to leave and complained as if my dog was going to urinate there, which was not the case at all. The attitude felt unnecessarily aggressive and unwelcoming. I understand hygiene concerns, but this reaction was excessive and made me feel uncomfortable. I hope the management can improve staff training.

07/04/2026: Outstanding pizza and mixed fried fish from a seaside location, excellent

21/04/2026: Trustworthy place. Always a guarantee. WELL DONE ❤️

18/04/2026: This review is for the restaurant I've been frequenting for several years, not the hotel. It's a historic establishment established in 1875 along an ancient equestrian trail used by Milanese nobility to reach the area on horseback. Its origins are linked to the "Pista Sant'Uberto," a private road/trail used for horseback riding: hence the name, which preserves the memory of the area and its ancient customs. The menu combines revisited classic dishes with more creative options, with the wood-fired oven as the central element of the dining experience. The pizza selection is truly extensive, including gourmet pizzas and seafood dishes; so it's a place suitable for both a full dinner and a more informal evening. There are several rooms, plus a covered veranda, and overall seating is quite large. The main dining room boasts a remarkable selection of wines; the tables are well-spaced, the restaurant offers fast service, and is very clean. Its proximity to the airport adds value to those planning to stay nearby. Recommended!