Restaurants
Our favourite restaurants near Gorno: Osteria Selva, Agriturismo Larice, Nasturzio, Michelin-starred Contrada Bricconi and more – with drive times, prices and lunch tips.
Restaurants
Our favourite restaurants near Gorno: Osteria Selva, Agriturismo Larice, Nasturzio, Michelin-starred Contrada Bricconi and more – with drive times, prices and lunch tips.
Osteria Selva
10 min. | €€€ | Business Lunch: 16–23 € | Wed–Mon | Google Maps
Beautifully located in a quiet valley, Osteria Selva immediately feels welcoming thanks to its warm and attentive staff. The kitchen focuses on regional, seasonal ingredients, executed at a very high level. My personal favorite is the tongue — but honestly, everything we’ve tried here has been great, every single time. Their business lunch is truly outstanding and offers remarkable value for the quality.
Agriturismo Larice
15 min. | €€€ | No business lunch | Irregular opening times | Google Maps
Larice is a farm restaurant where part of the produce comes directly from their own land. The atmosphere is best described as alpine chic: relaxed, refined, and surrounded by nature. Every time we’ve eaten here, the food has been so good that I’ve booked our next visit before even leaving the restaurant. The tasting menu offers a wide variety of dishes and can be adapted for allergies.
Zeta Gourmet
15 min. | €€€ | Business lunch 22€ | Tue-Sun | Google Maps
Run by two brothers, Zeta Cantina Gourmet is a little hidden gem in Ponte Nossa. One brother works his magic in the kitchen, while the other takes care of the guests and the wine. Set in a charming wine cellar with vaulted brick ceilings, the restaurant feels intimate and welcoming. The cooking is creative and contemporary, with interesting combinations, beautiful presentation, and plenty of flavor.
Nasturzio
20 min. | €€€ | Business Lunch: 16–23€ | Thu-Tue | Google Maps | Website
Nasturzio is a contemporary restaurant set in a beautifully restored former convent, which gives the whole experience a special sense of place. The kitchen delivers a creative take on regional Italian cuisine, complemented by subtle international influences. The focus is on strong flavors, high-quality ingredients, and balanced compositions rather than flashy techniques.
Local classics like Scarpinocc sit comfortably alongside globally inspired dishes, all executed with precision and clarity. Service is warm and professional, creating a relaxed yet refined atmosphere. The business lunch offers exceptional value, while the tasting menus provide a deeper look into the chef’s vision and can be adapted to dietary needs.
Ristorante Mas-cì
15 min | €€€ | No business lunch | Google Maps
Ask anyone in Val Seriana for their favorite restaurant and Mas-cì almost always appears in the top three. Once you go, you’ll understand why. Every dish is packed with flavor, and their use of local cheeses is exceptional — Taleggio with radicchio is a standout combination. And if you love truffles, this is an absolute must.
Osteria al Borgo
10 min | €€€ | No Business Lunch | Google Maps
Osteria al Borgo offers a beautiful view over Valle del Riso — the valley where Casa Birmau is located. A relaxed setting paired with very good service, a thoughtful wine selection, and well-executed local dishes. A great choice when you want quality food with a view.
Isacco Bistrot
20 min. | €€€ | No Business Lunch | Wed–Sun | Google Maps
Isacco Bistrot delivers excellent cooking paired with impeccable service. Refined, modern, and consistently precise — a great option when you’re in the mood for a more elevated dinner experience.
Contrada Bricconi (*Michelin)
25 min | €€€ | Business Lunch only on fridays: 45 € incl. wine | Google Maps
A beautifully restored mountain hamlet where architecture, agriculture, and fine dining come together. The kitchen takes traditional mountain cuisine in a contemporary direction, using local ingredients and produce from their own farm. Everything feels thoughtfully designed, from the food to the extraordinary setting.
This is definitely one for a special occasion. Come for the food, but take your time to explore the place and enjoy the mountain views. It’s one of the most remarkable dining experiences in the area.
A reservation is required and recommended to do so several months ahead in summer.
Pizzeria La Briciola
5 min. | €€€ | No Lunch | Google Maps
The village pizzeria — casual, reliable, and perfect for takeaway. Good pizza, village atmosphere, and exactly what you want on an easy evening close to home.
Ristorante Da Leone
15 min. | €€€ | Business Lunch: 13 € incl. wine | Tue–Sun | Google Maps
For Italian modern design, go to Milan. For Italian kitsch — and the most food and drink you can possibly get for 13 € — this is exactly the right place. Da Leone is an experience of its own: generous portions, lively atmosphere, and unapologetically traditional. Come hungry.
Neve & Quattro Cime
20 min. | €€€ | No Business Lunch | Neve Quattro Cime
These two restaurants are perfect to combine with hikes starting in Zambla Alta — for example Monte Alben or Passo Zambla. Expect rich local dishes, generous portions, and a classic mountain-hut atmosphere. Ideal as a reward after a long walk.
Albergo La Pesa
10 min | €€€ | Business Lunch: 15 € incl. wine | Google Maps
A hotel built in the late ’70s — and not much has changed since. The architecture alone is worth a visit. Add down-to-earth local dishes and a solid business lunch with wine included, and you get a refreshingly honest, no-frills experience.
Eating out in Italy
Lunch times are strict. Don’t expect to still get a table after 13:30.
Go chic at night.
Be sure to make a reservation during the weekend.
As Val Seriana is not suffering from mass tourism, the “pranzo lavori” is a normal thing. Most restaurants offer 2-3 courses at a good price.
You don’t need to wait until you can pay at your waiter, usually there is a desk where you can pay at.
Try your best Italian. You will get many compliments!
Local dishes to try
Casoncelli: A kind of ravioli with meat filling, prepared in butter and sage
Scarpinocc: A kind of ravioli with cheese filling, prepared in butter and sage
Polenta: with rabbit or porcini
Taleggio: A soft cheese
Salame della bergamasca: The bigger the better salamis
Formai de Mut: A hard cheese
Polenta e Osei: This is actually not polenta, but a small cake covered with a layer of yellow marzipan
Restaurants that are worth a trip
Some restaurants were so great, but take a bit longer to get there. Often can be combined with a hike, visiting a winery or a swim in a lake.
Da Sapi – 50 min. – Award winning kitchen, lovely tasting menu.
Ai Burratini – 55 min. – Can be combined with a hike or a visit to lake Iseo
Al Resú – 75 min. – Lovely tasting menu. Can be combined with a hike, the area is stunning.
Enoteca della Valpolicella – 1 hr 45 min. – One of the best restaurants we’ve ever been to. Can be combined with a trip to lake Garda or even better to discover the red wines (Amarone) of Valpolicella
Osteria Lanzati – 50 min. – Part of a winery, which offers wine walks and tastings. Their sparkling wine “Brut Goia” is amazing.
Osteria Selva
10 min. | €€€ | Business Lunch: 16–23 € | Wed–Mon | Google Maps
Beautifully located in a quiet valley, Osteria Selva immediately feels welcoming thanks to its warm and attentive staff. The kitchen focuses on regional, seasonal ingredients, executed at a very high level. My personal favorite is the tongue — but honestly, everything we’ve tried here has been great, every single time. Their business lunch is truly outstanding and offers remarkable value for the quality.
Agriturismo Larice
15 min. | €€€ | No business lunch | Irregular opening times | Google Maps
Larice is a farm restaurant where part of the produce comes directly from their own land. The atmosphere is best described as alpine chic: relaxed, refined, and surrounded by nature. Every time we’ve eaten here, the food has been so good that I’ve booked our next visit before even leaving the restaurant. The tasting menu offers a wide variety of dishes and can be adapted for allergies.
Zeta Gourmet
15 min. | €€€ | Business lunch 22€ | Tue-Sun | Google Maps
Run by two brothers, Zeta Cantina Gourmet is a little hidden gem in Ponte Nossa. One brother works his magic in the kitchen, while the other takes care of the guests and the wine. Set in a charming wine cellar with vaulted brick ceilings, the restaurant feels intimate and welcoming. The cooking is creative and contemporary, with interesting combinations, beautiful presentation, and plenty of flavor.
Nasturzio
20 min. | €€€ | Business Lunch: 16–23€ | Thu-Tue | Google Maps | Website
Nasturzio is a contemporary restaurant set in a beautifully restored former convent, which gives the whole experience a special sense of place. The kitchen delivers a creative take on regional Italian cuisine, complemented by subtle international influences. The focus is on strong flavors, high-quality ingredients, and balanced compositions rather than flashy techniques.
Local classics like Scarpinocc sit comfortably alongside globally inspired dishes, all executed with precision and clarity. Service is warm and professional, creating a relaxed yet refined atmosphere. The business lunch offers exceptional value, while the tasting menus provide a deeper look into the chef’s vision and can be adapted to dietary needs.
Ristorante Mas-cì
15 min | €€€ | No business lunch | Google Maps
Ask anyone in Val Seriana for their favorite restaurant and Mas-cì almost always appears in the top three. Once you go, you’ll understand why. Every dish is packed with flavor, and their use of local cheeses is exceptional — Taleggio with radicchio is a standout combination. And if you love truffles, this is an absolute must.
Osteria al Borgo
10 min | €€€ | No Business Lunch | Google Maps
Osteria al Borgo offers a beautiful view over Valle del Riso — the valley where Casa Birmau is located. A relaxed setting paired with very good service, a thoughtful wine selection, and well-executed local dishes. A great choice when you want quality food with a view.
Isacco Bistrot
20 min. | €€€ | No Business Lunch | Wed–Sun | Google Maps
Isacco Bistrot delivers excellent cooking paired with impeccable service. Refined, modern, and consistently precise — a great option when you’re in the mood for a more elevated dinner experience.
Contrada Bricconi (*Michelin)
25 min | €€€ | Business Lunch only on fridays: 45 € incl. wine | Google Maps
A beautifully restored mountain hamlet where architecture, agriculture, and fine dining come together. The kitchen takes traditional mountain cuisine in a contemporary direction, using local ingredients and produce from their own farm. Everything feels thoughtfully designed, from the food to the extraordinary setting.
This is definitely one for a special occasion. Come for the food, but take your time to explore the place and enjoy the mountain views. It’s one of the most remarkable dining experiences in the area.
A reservation is required and recommended to do so several months ahead in summer.
Pizzeria La Briciola
5 min. | €€€ | No Lunch | Google Maps
The village pizzeria — casual, reliable, and perfect for takeaway. Good pizza, village atmosphere, and exactly what you want on an easy evening close to home.
Ristorante Da Leone
15 min. | €€€ | Business Lunch: 13 € incl. wine | Tue–Sun | Google Maps
For Italian modern design, go to Milan. For Italian kitsch — and the most food and drink you can possibly get for 13 € — this is exactly the right place. Da Leone is an experience of its own: generous portions, lively atmosphere, and unapologetically traditional. Come hungry.
Neve & Quattro Cime
20 min. | €€€ | No Business Lunch | Neve Quattro Cime
These two restaurants are perfect to combine with hikes starting in Zambla Alta — for example Monte Alben or Passo Zambla. Expect rich local dishes, generous portions, and a classic mountain-hut atmosphere. Ideal as a reward after a long walk.
Albergo La Pesa
10 min | €€€ | Business Lunch: 15 € incl. wine | Google Maps
A hotel built in the late ’70s — and not much has changed since. The architecture alone is worth a visit. Add down-to-earth local dishes and a solid business lunch with wine included, and you get a refreshingly honest, no-frills experience.
Eating out in Italy
Lunch times are strict. Don’t expect to still get a table after 13:30.
Go chic at night.
Be sure to make a reservation during the weekend.
As Val Seriana is not suffering from mass tourism, the “pranzo lavori” is a normal thing. Most restaurants offer 2-3 courses at a good price.
You don’t need to wait until you can pay at your waiter, usually there is a desk where you can pay at.
Try your best Italian. You will get many compliments!
Local dishes to try
Casoncelli: A kind of ravioli with meat filling, prepared in butter and sage
Scarpinocc: A kind of ravioli with cheese filling, prepared in butter and sage
Polenta: with rabbit or porcini
Taleggio: A soft cheese
Salame della bergamasca: The bigger the better salamis
Formai de Mut: A hard cheese
Polenta e Osei: This is actually not polenta, but a small cake covered with a layer of yellow marzipan
Restaurants that are worth a trip
Some restaurants were so great, but take a bit longer to get there. Often can be combined with a hike, visiting a winery or a swim in a lake.
Da Sapi – 50 min. – Award winning kitchen, lovely tasting menu.
Ai Burratini – 55 min. – Can be combined with a hike or a visit to lake Iseo
Al Resú – 75 min. – Lovely tasting menu. Can be combined with a hike, the area is stunning.
Enoteca della Valpolicella – 1 hr 45 min. – One of the best restaurants we’ve ever been to. Can be combined with a trip to lake Garda or even better to discover the red wines (Amarone) of Valpolicella
Osteria Lanzati – 50 min. – Part of a winery, which offers wine walks and tastings. Their sparkling wine “Brut Goia” is amazing.
