Bottegone
An old-style wine bar in a 17th-century palazzo, offering a vast selection of wines and high-quality Italian fare with a charming ambiance.
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Bottegone
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An old-style wine bar in a 17th-century palazzo, offering a vast selection of wines and high-quality Italian fare with a charming ambiance.
Visit Off-Peak Hours
To avoid potential service delays, consider visiting during less busy times.
Explore Wine Recommendations
Ask staff for guidance on regional wines to enhance your dining experience.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Italian
Price
$$$
Phone
+41 91 922 76 89
Address
Via Massimiliano Magatti 3, 6900 Lugano, Switzerland
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Extensive Wine Selection
Explore a vast array of wines by the glass or bottle, a rare find that wine lovers rave about.
Charming Old-World Atmosphere
Housed in a 17th-century palazzo, this cozy wine bar offers a unique and authentic dining ambiance.
Delicious Pasta Dishes
Indulge in generous portions of well-prepared pasta, with a lobster ravioli receiving special mention.
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Visit Off-Peak Hours
To avoid potential service delays, consider visiting during less busy times.
Explore Wine Recommendations
Ask staff for guidance on regional wines to enhance your dining experience.
Reserve Ahead
Due to limited seating, it's advisable to make reservations in advance.
Ask for Menu Changes
If a specific dish isn't on the menu, the accommodating staff might be able to prepare it.
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Visit Off-Peak Hours
To avoid potential service delays, consider visiting during less busy times.
Explore Wine Recommendations
Ask staff for guidance on regional wines to enhance your dining experience.
Reserve Ahead
Due to limited seating, it's advisable to make reservations in advance.
Ask for Menu Changes
If a specific dish isn't on the menu, the accommodating staff might be able to prepare it.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Bottegone del Vino is celebrated for its exceptional wine selection and charming, old-world atmosphere, making it a standout in Lugano. While many praise the high-quality food, particularly pasta dishes, and the attentive service, some diners find the prices to be on the higher side. The cozy interior and knowledgeable staff contribute to a memorable dining experience.
"of you ever in Lugano, and you are a wine drinker, dine here, apart from the great food, you will find a wide selection of different wines by the glass, which is rare in any restaurant… cheers…"
Alex Uturgaury (Shopper)
"Italian restaurant with great wine offerings. Menu on blackboard changes regularly. We had the beef filet and desert with drinks and coffee. Had to fight to get the opportunity to pay."
Matthias Ebneter
"Absolutely fabulous! Wonderful food and generous portions! The wait staff is a well-oiled machine, "dancing" together all evening with playful banter and seemed to be truly enjoying serving their guests! Inside is small and cozy. The outside patio is lovely if weather permits. We started with wonderful cheeses and salmon appetizer, then had amazing pasta to follow with generous bowls of fresh grated Parmesan, and finished with a wonderful chocolate dessert! Magnifico!"
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It's renowned for its extensive wine selection by the glass and bottle, served in a charming 17th-century palazzo, offering a unique old-world atmosphere.
Absolutely, wine lovers praise the wide selection of wines by the glass, which is a rarity in many restaurants.
The menu features high-quality Italian dishes, with pasta and seasonal specials being popular. They also offer good meat and fish options.
Yes, it offers a high-quality dining experience with delicious food and great wine, though some find it to be on the pricier side.
The staff is known for being accommodating and may be able to prepare dishes not on the menu, like a fish dish for one diner.
The restaurant is described as cozy and small inside, and it's recommended to visit during off-peak hours or make reservations due to limited seating.
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My next favorite is Bottegone del Vino (at Via Massimigliano Magatti 3), an absolutely charming hole-in-the-wall right next to the city center. The menu changes daily and is limited, similar to an Italian trattoria, and typical of the local establishments. The wine and desserts are fantastic here and the service is wonderful.
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Old-style wine bar beside the post office, with waiters in proper white aprons and a huge range of wines on offer by the glass or bottle.
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