Jamie Schectman

Amazing dinner experience, everything was perfect with great service, highly recommended

elena ronco

In the beautiful setting of a Walser house, overlooking the small square of Riva Valdobbia, with the Monte Rosa in the background, this restaurant embodies perfection in (apparent) simplicity. From the raw ingredients to the wine list, from the elegant and always balanced dishes to the impeccable service, from the refined atmosphere to the rigorous seasonality of the menu, everything contributes to the excellence of the experience. To be repeated regularly.

Paolo Immesi

We decide to treat ourselves to one last restaurant before returning from summer vacation. We can't go wrong; we have to end on a high note! Tomorrow we'll be in the Varallo area, and after carefully poring over the reviews of various restaurants, we narrow our focus to Hostaria di Bricai. We've booked! We find a parking spot two minutes away, and later we'll understand why. The restaurant is practically inside a beautiful park. We're greeted by the owner, who's quite busy with other tables. She makes us wait about five minutes, then shows us to our table. We already have a pretty clear idea of ​​the dishes, but some off-menu items catch my attention, including the tagliolini with porcini mushrooms. I ask for truffle, but it's flatly rejected, even with a few dirty looks. We start with the entree, which we consider to be excessively minimal, so much so that we can't fully savor its essence. Just a little more in quantity wouldn't hurt at all. The rest, as you can see from the photos, is highly commensurate with quality dishes, well-made and beautifully presented. The bill, too, is absolutely in line with the products and quality offered. There's a wide selection of wines, not exactly cheap, but if you don't opt ​​for glasses, for which the selection is limited, you can always buy a bottle and take it home if you don't finish it. Finally, I feel compelled to contradict the reviews that claim they paid a lot and left hungry! Believe me, if you're in the area, it's worth trying their cuisine. I'd definitely go back!

+11

Achille Berville

As a French guy, i have to say that the foie gras was one of the best i’ve ever tasted. I recommand this restaurant with a beautiful view and atmosphere, definitely will come back !

Veronica Pancaldi

We found this little place in the Michelin guide during our vacation in Valsesia and were delighted! The dining room is very welcoming, a blend of modern design and antique details. The owner is also welcoming, very helpful and friendly. The food is excellent: substantial, yet refined and regional. Everything was very enjoyable! Plus, a splendid view from the restroom window overlooking the rooftops of Varallo.

+4

Alberto Torres

Very unique and interesting place to visit definitely would recommend to anyone 👍🙏

Daniel Martini

Family run restaurant with 'Fine Dining' a la carte, inspired and informed by the surrounding alps. I go here every year when in Italy. Book ahead of visiting, especially during weekends.

Patty McCormack

The best Italian cuisine experience

Federica Allegro

Fantastic! Highly recommended. Elegant atmosphere and very attentive service. Before dinner, an entrée with several house specialties is offered. The wine list is excellent and varied. I had the tagliatelle with fresh porcini mushrooms as recommended by the waitress and was not disappointed! The braised beef melted in my mouth. Incredible! The dessert was sublime. Compliments to both the chef and the wait staff 👏🏻

+3

Stefano Nai

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