The place is a unique experience the owner Mauricio with a Nick name Mago who is also the Chef is an artist!!!The food is delicious and everything home made. Mago makes you feel like you are at home!!!  Thank you Mago for the fantastic night???? we will come back for sure

The pasta is clearly made in-house. You can tell from the texture. Ingredients are fresh, likely local. The kitchen puts care into the food. Portions are decent for the price.

They had gluten-free pasta, which was nice. The taglierini with summer black truffle was the highlight. The sauce clung to the ribbons perfectly. A bit pricey, but the flavor was so delicate.

The chips were the standout, perfectly crisp and salty. The rest of the menu is small but everything we ordered was tasty.

Great spot for people-watching from the barrel tables. The wine list has a lot of local options by the glass.

Nice spot for a coffee break. The outdoor seating has a great view. Pastries were fresh, coffee was good. Staff is friendly and speaks English, which helps. A bit pricey for what it is, but the view makes up for it.

The staff was so kind and attentive. We didn&#39;t have a reservation on a busy Friday, but they found us a table quickly. They were patient with all our questions about the menu, which I appreciated.

The staff really knew their stuff, especially with the wine list. They suggested a lovely Italian red that paired perfectly with my pasta. Service was spot-on, never felt rushed. A bit pricey, but worth it for the expertise.

Service could be better. We waited for ages Ro order. The waiters forgot to serve our wine. We were 3 people and they put us at their smallest table and we could hardly have our food on the table. It was too small so they took away my wine glass and I couldn&rsquo;t drink wine. They forgot to bring the coffee we ordered. Food was excellent though. But service :(

A real hidden gem. The rustic vibe is lovely. But what stood out were the homemade cheeses. So fresh, you could taste the quality. A simple burrata was creamy and light. That kind of freshness is everything for me. The staff was warm, too.

Stunning hotel gardens, felt like stepping into a classic film. We had a lovely lunch on the terrace. The pasta was fresh, cooked just right. A bit pricey, but the setting made it worthwhile.

Staff were so nice to our pup, brought him water right away. They speak great English, which helped. Food was solid, and they didn&#39;t mind when we asked to get the prawn cocktail a bit later. Really appreciated that flexibility.

The tasting menu was well thought out. Each course had a distinct personality, and the sommelier&#39;s wine pairing suggestions were spot on. The dry Riesling with the scallop course was a highlight. A bit of a wait between the third and fourth plates, but nothing major.

Friendly staff and they speak English. The pizza was good, but the cr&egrave;me br&ucirc;l&eacute;e was the real star for me. That crispy top and creamy center were just spot on.

That whole wheat pizza with burrata? So good. The crust had a nice chew, and the burrata was super creamy. Just classic, simple flavors that really hit the spot for a quiet night.

Service was really on point here. Nicola and the crew were super friendly, knew the menu inside out. They actually listened to what we liked and steered us to some good picks. Made the whole thing easy.

Been here a couple times. The stone-baked pizza is solid, crust has that nice char. Service is always on point. A good, reliable spot in the neighborhood.

The staff were really nice. They made a small pesto pasta for my kid, which was a thoughtful touch. Service was quick and we weren&#39;t rushed at all.

Pizza was legit. Thin crust, perfect char. Got the margherita. Felt like a neighborhood spot.

Been coming here for years. That risotto is the reason I keep coming back. It&#39;s always exactly the same, exactly right. Just a really good, simple plate.

Came for the Wednesday fixed menu. Portions were solid for the price, food quality decent. Service quick, no fuss. That&#39;s what I needed after a long day. Place was busy but we got seated right away. Fine if you&#39;re in the area and want something reliable.

Stopped by for a quick lunch on a Tuesday. Got the pasta special, it was decent but nothing crazy. Place fills up fast around noon, so you might wait a few minutes for a table. Service was fine, just a bit rushed. Okay if you&#39;re in the area and need something easy.

Came here on a quiet weekday evening. Got the risotto, it was cooked right, creamy but still had a bit of bite. Place was busy but not crazy loud. Service was fine, nothing fancy. Prices are what you&#39;d expect for the lakeside location. The view from the garden is the real draw though. Solid spot if you&#39;re in the area and want proper local food without any fuss.

Came here for a quick lunch with a friend and honestly the staff made it so easy to relax. We tried a few regional dishes and they were solid, nothing crazy but well done. Service was attentive without hovering, which I appreciate. Place felt welcoming, not too loud either. Good spot if you want a chill meal.

We sat outside and the view of the square was nice. Food was decent, well-prepared, nothing fancy but tasty. Staff were polite, not overly attentive but fine. A relaxed spot in the city center, though the outdoor seating can get a bit noisy with foot traffic. Pretty good for a casual meal.

Stopped by for lunch on a rainy day. The old station building is pretty cool inside, modern but kept the character. Had the R&ouml;sti&mdash;crispy outside, soft inside, exactly how I like it. Menu&#39;s mostly Italian stuff, pizzas and such, but they do a solid R&ouml;sti. Prices fair for the area. Service was fine, nothing to complain about.

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