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Antico Trattoria Delle Rose
Salò’s best restaurant is without a doubt Antico Trattoria Delle Rose, a casually elegant spot in town, which is as likely to be filled with locals having a family meal as well-heeled visitors. Guests can dine in the main dining...
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Bar Ristorante Lido
A lovely spot for lunch or dinner in Gargnano, the casual Ristorante Lido is known for its waterside location and simple cuisine such as caprese salad, fresh fish and homemade pasta. The shaded alfresco terrace is the best place to...
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Ciocolat Gelateria
Head to Ciocolat for the best gelato in Gargnano. The gelateria stocks all the usual flavors (passion fruit, hazelnut) but it’s the creative ones that make it unique; those who like a kick to their chocolate will love the chili-inflected...
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La Rucola
Located in the historic city center of Sirmione, the Michelin-starred La Rucola welcomes patrons with its traditional interiors and haute cuisine. The restaurant is particularly special for an upscale lunch after touring Sirmione. Dishes might include scampi-filled ravioli and a...
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La Tortuga
Opened in the late 1960s, this one-Michelin-starred restaurant is the big night out option in Gargnano. Diners can choose between two tasting menus or opt for the à la carte menu, which includes elevating but comforting dishes like a lemon...
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Osteria di Mezzo
The family-run Osteria di Mezzo occupies a quiet storefront just steps from the waterfront in Salò. Inside the charming dining room, punctuated by exposed brick accents and arched ceilings, locals and visitors dine on classic Italian cuisine like fish stew...
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Trattoria Riolet Ernesto
After driving up a maze of impossibly narrow streets, Riolet is revealed at the top of a charming village on the Gardone Riviera. This family-run haunt is a favorite among locals (and in-the-know visitors) for simple cuisine and a homey...
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Trattoria San Martino
Located on an inconspicuous alleyway off the main street in Gargnano and identifiable only by a sign painted with three ducks, Trattoria San Martino is perhaps the most charming hideaway in town. Alfresco tables line the cave-like arched passageway, which...
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Vecchia Malcesine
Perched above the town of Malcesine and reached via winding stairs is the one-Michelin-starred Vecchia Malcesine, a colorful restaurant with stunning lake views. Local produce inspires the cuisine—the three tasting menus are inspired by the water, land and garden—which might...
Lake Garda

Courtesy Lefay Resort & Spa
Meals in Lake Garda alternate between casual trattoria-style dining and full-blown, Michelin-starred affairs, a wonderful juxtaposition that allows visitors to experience both ends of the culinary spectrum.