Location: Locarno
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Swiss Alps, Switzerland Food Guide: 9 Seafood food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Locarno
Discover Restaurants offering the best Seafood food in Locarno, Swiss Alps, Switzerland. Locarno (Italian: [loˈkarno], German: [loˈkarno]; Ticinese: Locarn [loˈkɑːrn]; formerly in German: Luggárus [luˈɡaːrʊs]) is a southern Swiss town and municipality in the district Locarno (and its capital), located on the northern shore of Lake Maggiore at its northeastern tip in the canton of Ticino at the southern foot of the Swiss Alps. It has a population of about 16,000 (proper), and about 56,000 for the agglomeration of the same name including Ascona besides other municipalities.
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9. al Pontile
Overall Ratings
4 based on 269 reviews
In a rustic yet elegant atmosphere, Fabio Badinotti and his team offer an extensive range of Mediterranean and regional cuisine. In addition to the traditional dishes and "the chef recommendation" on the menu, Chef Kenny Oberholz proposes seasonal and reg
Reviewed By Paul H
Sunday, a winters day, raining yet Ascona still remains a lovely place to visit and we enjoyed lunch at al Pontile. The restaurant filled up yet it did not feel busy. The service was good, efficient and attentive.I took the lamb which was really good and in a party of four, each took a separate main course so you had plenty to talk about, exchange and sample. It's good when close friends like to share so you can sample each choice and get a clear impression. Certainly, I'd recommend this as a good place to go.
8. Ristorante Al Lago - Romantik Hotel Castello-Seeschloss
Overall Ratings
4 based on 176 reviews
Our restaurant al Lago, in the garden by the lake, is a unique, green oasis on the Piazza of Ascona, with a stupendous view on the Lago Maggiore and the Brissago islands. For lunch we serve a choice of dishes of the day/menus and snacks. During the aftern
Reviewed By DMadoc
A special dinner on a warm summer's evening watching night fall over the lake. The outside tables have unique location in Ascona in a beautiful garden overlooking Lake Maggiore. The food more than matched the setting, with outstanding cooking, an excellent (and reasonably priced) wine list and careful service. Highly recommended.thank you very much for your fantastic rating. Our jung head chef Riccardo has always creative and tastefully meals on our menu. We hope we can see you in the future to surprise you again. Best regards from ascona
7. Ristorante al Gusto da Christen
Overall Ratings
4 based on 71 reviews
Reviewed By cranny
Exceptional cuisine, deserving of its 14 point Gault Millau status.Everything is fresh and local.Wonderful to eat sophisticated local cuisine at reasonable prices.Home-made pasta was delicious.Service was friendly and efficient.This was the best of 7 different restaurants we tried.
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6. Marina
Overall Ratings
4 based on 189 reviews
The Marina Restaurant boasts a unique location right by the shore of Lake Maggiore (14 Gault&Millau points). In a relaxed atmosphere enjoy a wide choice of pasta dishes, meat and fish delicacies from the grill as well as an extensive selection of cocktail
Reviewed By Linda S
Since Marina was one of the top rated Trip Advisor restaurants in Ascona we made reservations. Unfortunately the restaurant didn't live up to our expectations at all. The service was bad. Ignorant servents and mediocre food. We had to send out the carpaccio since it was so tough, and didn't even get an excuse. "It's supposed to taste like this" was the response. Well - no - It's NOT suppused to taste like that ... Beyond that we had to ask for the bread basket, and not until we were about to leave the restaurant they lighted the candles on the table. And do I need to say that my daughter who ordered spaghetti bolognese ended up with carbonara ...? Sorry Marina, we are not coming back, and we are not going to recommend your restaurant. There are so many other more cosy restaurants in Ascona with better service and greater food.Dear MadamThank you for having taken the time to leave a statement concerning our restaurant Marina. We deplore to hear that your experience at the Marina did not fully meet your expectations. Regarding the unsatisfactory service, we would like to inform you that we already initiated measures where necessary. We would be happy to have the opportunity to welcome you back again at our restaurant Marina to persuade you with a great service according to our standards.In the meantime we wish you the very best.Yours sincerelyAndreas GartmannGeneral Manager
5. Cittadella
Overall Ratings
4 based on 334 reviews
Reviewed By Martin Z
It became a custom for us to have at every visit in Locarno, regularly lunch and dinner in this really traditional Ticino Style restaurant. The rare to find traditional interior design, and the highly professional waiters is a highlight. And in combination with an excellent and richly varied menu it makes a memorable visit every time over decades. The antipasti are really appetizing, however the clams as a starter are really superior, mixed salad, pasta, and the Filetto di Manzo all magnificent. The wine list offers an exquisite selection, and particularly local wine of outstanding quality, the Amarone grappa is topnotch and together with an aromatic Espresso a further highlight. This with a delicious and freshly made Panna cotta just superb. Besides of all, this superior restaurant in the old Locarno city center offers the probably best Pizza in the region. This all for a very favourable cost-benefit ratio.
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4. Bubo
Overall Ratings
4 based on 174 reviews
Reviewed By GTslayer
Very nice location on the patio. Coming from Vancouver Canada, we are probably a little spoiled with the exceptional quality of sushi/sashimi that can be found everywhere in that city. This restaurant did satisfy our sushi craving slightly, but if you are used to eating excellent sushi, you will not be impressed by the expensive, average at best fare that this restaurant serves.
3. Osteria dell Enoteca
Overall Ratings
5 based on 194 reviews
Reviewed By Manuela L
Wonderful terrace in contrada Maggiore, tipical inn, in a perfect place to enjoy traditionnal good dishes, excellent Tuscan cuisine, romantic ambiance, ideal for a charming and nice eveningBuongiorno Manuela LThank you very much for your opinion on TripAdvisor. It was a pleasure to have you with us and we are glad that you are satisfied with our service and our kitchen - which is, we would like to mention that - not tuscan but regional from Ticino and mediterrean. Hope to welcome you soon againHeike and Giuseppe
2. La Chiesa
Overall Ratings
4 based on 148 reviews
The Restaurant Lachiesa is next to the ,,Santa Trinità " church in Locarno Monti. The restaurant has been renovated some years ago and has a beautiful view on the Maggiore Lake. Mediterranean dishes with some French and Asiatic details. Open days: from Tue
Reviewed By 637louiseh
We live in these parts and have been wanting to try La Chiesa for some time now. This 14-point Gault-Millau restaurant is located in a beautifully restored church perched on the hillside overlooking Locarno. The Christmas menu included 4 courses (with amuse-bouche starter) - moist fish roulade with truffles, homemade al dente ravioli, juicy duck breast with a vegetable purée, and a nut roulade with homemade gelato to finish. Each dish was perfectly prepared, flavorful and pleasing to the eye. The wine list includes some interesting local choices, the service was friendly and attentive, the view spectacular. Worthy of its rating.
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1. Osteria del Centenario
Overall Ratings
4 based on 230 reviews
Reviewed By matthewbT9247JI
Well, we are just the luckiest. Easter Saturday night with no reservation anywhere, and turned away from 4-5 places before finding this gem. Fine food, great wines, excellent service! Every morsel was a delight for the senses, service was exceptional and the wines were delicious. Thoroughly enjoyed every moment of the visit and would recommend it to anyone. Pricey, but worth every penny compared to the nearest competition.
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