La Punta began as a small trattoria in 1963 and expanded to a full restaurant four years later. As you sample a few of their 400 wines and dine on fresh fish and local produce, you can enjoy the scenery of the lake from your table. Restaurants in Italy are the most expensive dining establishments, but you will be served well.
Ristorante La Punta
Punta Spartivento, 19
Bellagio, Italy
39-031-951888
ristorantelapunta.it
For atmosphere and lower prices you will want to visit a trattoria. La Busciona sits at the edge of Lake Como with indoor and outdoor seating. They are closed n Tuesdays, but the other days of the week they serve local foods and will cook house specialties if you ask.
La Busciona Trattoria
Via Valassina 161
22021 Bellaggio, Italy
31-964831
labusciona.it
An enoteca is a wine bar where food is also served (although it may not be a full meal). The Cava Turracciolo's cellar dates from the 18th century. They have over 300 wines to choose from and the staff will help you pair your choice with fresh fish, cheeses, pastas or cold cuts.
Enoteca Cava Turacciolo
Salita Genazzini, 3
22021 Bellagio, Italy
39-031-950975
cavaturacciolo.it
A bar in Italy is more like an American cafe that also serves alcoholic drinks. The Bar San Remo offers beverages, snacks and sandwiches that you can enjoy while sitting under their covered patio. On Tuesdays they have live music in their garden area.
Bar San Remo
Lungo Lario Manzoni, 40
22021 Bellagio, Italy
39-031-950235
barsanremo.com
For dessert or to just cool off on a hot day, stop in at a gelateria - a shop that serves gelato. The Gelateria del Borgo serves many types of frozen treats like frappes, gelato and granitas from their shop in the historic center of Bellagio.
Gelateria del Borgo
Via Garibaldi, 44
22021 Bellagio (Co)
39-031-950755
