"Ethnic Cuisine" Restaurants in Canton of Ticino
At Locanda Barbarossa, you can experience a unique combination of Mediterranean lightness and elegance of classic French cuisine. Much-travelled chef Mattias Rook adds a dash of flavourful adventure to the top-tier gourmet experience.
Lorenzo Albrici, owner and chef of Locanda Orico, discovered his passion for cooking as a child. His great experience is evident in his elegant gourmet creations; a unique combination of Italian and French gastronomic art.
Great emphasis is placed on the selection of ingredients, with special attention to seasonal and typical Ticino products. Definitely try one of the delicious risottos or a specialty from the Josper grill oven.
Overlooking Lake Maggiore, fine plates of the day and snacks can be enjoyed at Ristorante Al Lago at lunchtime. In the afternoon, delicious cakes, snacks, coffee and tea are served, while in the evening, refined local and Mediterranean delicacies are offered.
Chef Dario Ranza, thanks to experience, professionalism and creativity, makes the Ristorante Ciani a hot spot for gourmets. Whether dining with friends, trying the surprise menu or going à la carte, the dishes assure a tasty and refined classic Mediterranean cuisine.
Trattoria on the ground floor, gourmet restaurant on the top floor - the Cittadella restaurant offers delicacies to suit every palate. Specialties of the house include fresh water and salt water fish, like the sea bream "alla mediterranea" or the fried perch fillets.
Da Valentino, located in the historic old town of Locarno, has excellent food and a stylish ambience. Choice ingredients are used in tradition dishes, resulting in a dynamic, loving and authentic Mediterranean cuisine.
In the historic premises of Ristorante La Rinascente, the focus is on delicious Mediterranean cuisine. High quality fresh ingredients from the region are used in its excellent tasting menus (one of which is vegetarian) as well as in its à la carte dishes.
Located on a lovely alleyway of old town Locarno, the Locanda Locarnese restaurant focuses on creative Mediterranean dishes made with local ingredients. The veal shank tortelli is particularly good, as is the chocolate tartlet with passion fruit sauce.
At Ristorante Forni you can experience the perfect combination of tradition and future. The kitchen team creates a light authentic and seasonal cuisine inspired by regional produce. In the exciting wine list you will find the right accompaniment.
Giardino Lago is a must for those seeking exceptional Mediterranean cuisine in a stunning lakeside setting. The menu features modern Mediterranean dishes and Italian classics, but also vegan highlights.
Just a few minutes from Ascona's waterfront is the Osteria Ticino da Ketty & Tommy. Here is offered a simple but creative cuisine that respects the seasonality and the products of the region, from the noblest to the simplest ingredient.
If there were a definition of a paradisiacal restaurant location, it would definitely be Osteria Vairano. Situated high above Lake Maggiore, it serves excellent simple osteria cuisine. Ravioli, braised beef or deep-fried lake fish are delicious.