At 1,345 feet deep, Italy’s Lake Como is one of the deepest in Europe. Its depth isn’t relegated simply to vertical feet, however, since the area is also deeply stunning. It is also brimming with activities and attractions for everyone such as museums, hiking trails, stunning churches like the Como Cathedral and a host of enticing restaurants.

Exploring fine dining options in various destinations is always exciting. To make choices easier, we have highlighted five of the most prestigious restaurants with Lake Como views for your dining pleasure:

Al Veluu

Al Veluu is a favorite of many international celebrities and royals. It is an exquisite restaurant with stunning views of Lake Como. This restaurant grows as much of its own ingredients as it can so offerings are as fresh as possible.

Must-try: Beef carpaccio with nava black truffle; beef rolls “Don Antonio”; Chateaubriand grille mix; fresh catch of the day and walnut cake for dessert.

Ristorante Aurora Lezzeno

With a balcony overlooking the beach, Ristorante Aurora Lezzeno ensures a wonderful view while tasting traditional Italian dishes. It specializes in lake fish, but also serves more standard, regional food. This is an ideal culinary destination for lovers of fine fare with authentic flavors – dishes prepared with care accompanied by excellent wines personally chosen by the Gregorio family, who own and operate the establishment.

Must-try: The antipasti comprised of croutons with whitefish pate and with smoked trout, cold fried lake fish with mixed vegetables and onions, perch in parsley sauce, air dried Agone fillet with polenta and gratin lake scallops; first course: Handmade pasta, lemon zest, stracciatella, salmon, trout and hazelnuts; second course: Tagliata of grilled “Fassona” beef with rocket salad. For dessert: Mascarpone cream with fresh strawberries, chopped nuts, chocolate chips on crushed cookies.

If you decide to stay in Lake Como for part of your vacation, Villa Imperatore is one of Lake Como’s largest properties. It is located at the sleepy lakeside village of Blevio, under two miles from the bustling and lively center of Como. Its impeccably manicured lawns and vegetation area provide a space of calmness. You can also explore the lake’s picturesque villages as the Villa has its own boat docked at its jetty.

Locanda La Tirlindana

Restaurants don’t get much closer to lapping lakeside waters than the quaint, family-owned Locanda La Tirlindana. Its cobblestoned terrace is a delight. Cloth-draped tables directly across from a mountain backdrop with boats and ducks floating yards away lulls you into a relaxing reverie.

Must-try: Grilled octopus with black potatoes and cream; ravioli with mascarpone cheese and lemon; beef fillet with gorgonzola sauce; and homemade peach sorbet for dessert.

Berton al Lago

The view from Berton Al Lago is arguably the best Lake Como has to offer. Right on the water’s edge, this restaurant brings the culinary genius of Michelin star chef Andrea Berton to life. Run by the exceptional Chef Lenzi, Breton, Lago bring innovative, fresh and decadent fine dining to this sought-after location.

Must-try: The tasting menu starting with potato, spinach and onion tortillas; rice with pollen, garum and apricots; Hunchback thistle, lobster au gratin, coconut and barbecue sauce; white asparagus crème brûlée, pine nuts and bacon ice-cream.

Ristorante Momi

In Blevio, set in a pretty park on the lake, the panoramic terrace of the Momi is the perfect location for a gastronomic experience. Simple, healthy cuisine enhances the gorgeous view of Lake Como. Classic Italian cuisine is rich with flavor and created with vegetables grown by the restaurant and brought to your table by friendly, knowledgeable staff.

Must-try: To start, beef tartare; a first course of Pacchieri with Ossobuco sauce; main course of creamed cod with milk and potatoes and for dessert, dark chocolate cake.

No matter where you set your sights on traveling, you can be sure LVH will get you into the finest dining establishments! If you want to explore the Lake Como dining scene, we will add your name to the reservation lists of the best restaurants. For the most magical time on your exclusive holiday in Italy, we invite you to reach out to an LVH client relations associate who will get the planning started for your dream getaway. We will build a customized itinerary for you making sure you will be doing all those things you would love. We’re not happy unless you are! Your home away from home comes with full services and 24/7 support so you never have to worry about a thing. Simply enjoy every moment in Italy –one of the most romantic and historic places on earth!