Il Sereno Al Lago Restaurant Info
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Dine-in
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Wheelchair-accessible seating
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Wheelchair-accessible toilet
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Alcohol
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Beer
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Cocktails
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Coffee
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Healthy options
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Spirits
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Wine
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Lunch
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Dinner
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Dessert
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Bar on site
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Toilets
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Cosy
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Romantic
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Accepts reservations
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Credit cards
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Debit cards
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NFC mobile payments
Best KPortal Reviews
Luogo incantevole, raffinato; probabilmente il più elegante sul lago. Servizio molto professionale ma non ostentato. Precisione nei dettagli di servizio, sia al ristorante che al bar. Molto entusiasmo, passione e professionalità da parte del personale. Piatti nel complesso tutti buoni e ben preparati come il risotto al podolico o gli spaghetti con arachidi e barbabietola. La cucina potrebbe in generale essere più semplice e forse ancora più apprezzata
Elegante e raffinato, sebbene a tratti é parso poco organizzato (non trovavano la prenotazione da me fatta). Cucina ottima
Vista superlativa. Ambiente silenzioso e poco frequentato.
We were staying at the hotel (which we can’t recommend enough btw, truly incredible) and decided to eat at the restaurant one evening.
The position of the restaurant is under the hotel with lovely arches which give great views of the lake. Unfortunately that’s the best thing about the experience.
We sat and waited, then given some water and waited. We asked for a drinks menu but it took ages to come (we had a glass of wine 35 minutes after sitting down), they tried taking our food order before we had even ordered a drink, which we found a bit odd.
We ordered the vegetarian tasting menu which sounded good. The courses came out and we were given a nice explanation about what each dish was. Unfortunately the food was just very average, with the exception of the tomato desert (which would have been a great starter) and the selection of deserts. We found the spaghetti too salty, and then shocked that the dish after was just a spoon of the same salty sauce. In total we had bread at 3 different points of the night throughout the menu.
The staff, while polite, did not make anything particularly special about the evening, no real engagement. The tables looked the same as what you have during breakfast, perhaps it would be nicer to add a table cloth over them for the evening.
Would not recommend and have no idea how this got a Michelin star.
The ambiance and service is absolutely excellent. The employees were definitely very caring and kind. However, the taste of the food was pretty standard. Even our plates were not served very hot. However, the plate presentations were quite elegant. It was a pleasant experience by the lake, but not a restaurant we would choose to eat again. Again, we would like to thank everyone????????
Had a wonderful dinner at Il Sereno, everything was phenomenal! We ordered from the a la carte menu and had a couple of cocktails. Service was 10/10, food was spectacular. The views were beautiful. Definitely recommend!
I've stayed at the hotel twice and it was excellent. The restaurant however, leaves something to be desired. On my most recent visit in early April, my girlfriend and I were told we could not get different tasting menus. I understand asking that the whole table decide between a la carte or tasting menu but I was very surprised when they asked we both choose the same menu.
This was especially frustrating because I have celiac and they were unable to accommodate one of the three tasting menus so even though my girlfriend wanted to order this one, they would not do it.
We eventually decided to order a different menu, but my girlfriend does not like anchovies so we mentioned that. When an anchovy dish came out for me, they did not substitute anything for my girlfriend and instead brought her nothing. I understand that simply removing the anchovies removed the core of the dish, but then something should be added instead or the dish should be swapped out for something different. It seemed that even if she had an allergy the policy would have been the same but this should not matter. We both found it rude that they would consider only bringing food for one guest after both ordering the same menu for the same price.
I have been to many high-end restaurants but have never experienced such stiff policies regarding substituteing ingredients or dishes. It is a shame, really, because the food that did come out of the kitchen was excellent and so was the front of house staff. The staff did a good job of managing the situation but our experience was tainted by this unfortunate rigidity. I hope they can modify their policy in the future because the location, staff, and guests deserve better.
Il Sereno Al Lago is a hidden gem with stunning views of Lake Como. The modern and elegant ambiance sets the stage for an unforgettable dining experience. The menu features exquisite Italian and Mediterranean cuisine, expertly crafted with bold flavors and beautiful presentation. The attentive service and breathtaking lake views add to the magical ambiance of the restaurant. Highly recommended for a special occasion or a memorable dining experience on Lake Como.
The food was very bad.
Indeed there were "dishes", such as the artichoke, that were not eaten!
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