Osteria Due Nani

Having dined around Lake Garda, I’d really recommend Osteria Due Nani. The atmosphere and surrounds are absolutely beautiful - just off the piazza and a mix of indoor / outdoor seats. The service was good, very helpful and you could tell that each person was really passionate about the place. We started with an aperol and a limoncello spritz. We were given the usual Italian bread basket, which was pretty hard but soft once you broke into it and added olive oil/balsmaic. We ate veggie and for mains had spinach and ricotta tortellini with sage butter and walnuts. We also had gnocchi with arribiata sauce. Each dish was divine. You could tell the pasta was handmade and the portions/pricing was good. We also had a 125ml jug of Bardolino red wine for just €5. In total we paid €65, including tip, for 2 x spritz, 2 x wine, tomato and mozerella and 2 x pasta. As I said, I’d really recommend here.

It was hard to find an authentic and local (and less touristic) restaurant in bardolino, but luckily we tried out due nani, the fish dishes are amazing, love it. And also the waiter is very kind and funny, high recommend if you want to try something local from lake Garda

Service, atmosphere, food all amazing. This was what I imagined for Italian cusine

Wow! We loved it here, it was the highlight of our holiday, so much so we revisited multiple times throughout our stay. The food is outstanding, so tasty and lots to choose from. The courtyard area is a lovely place to sit in the evening and they will always try and accommodate you even if they are busy. Finally, the staff are absolutely wonderful, so friendly and knowledgable. Thank you for having us!

Probably the most cosy restaurant here in Bardolino. Their pasta is in-house made and the portions are generous. Don’t forget to try their flambéed crème brûlée with a, to some, way too noticeable egg-tone. Do note that there’s a 2,50 euro ”acquaintance fee” per person. Strongly recommended when the weather gets moody.

My gastronomic highlight in Bardolino! Very nice romantic ambience in a historic courtyard. The food is very typical of the region and of very good quality. Especially recommended is the meat from the charcoal grill.

My recent lunch at Osteria Due Nani in Bardolino, right along the picturesque Lungolago Francesco Lenotti, was a delightful experience that perfectly blended a charming setting, exceptional food, and heartfelt service. This cozy lakeside gem has quickly become a highlight of my Lake Garda visit. The setting is nothing short of enchanting. The osteria’s rustic charm, with its stone walls, wooden beams, and soft lighting, creates a warm, inviting atmosphere that feels like stepping into a family’s countryside home. We opted for the outdoor terrace, where the gentle breeze off Lake Garda and twinkling fairy lights added a magical touch. The view of the shimmering lake at dusk made every moment feel special, perfect for a relaxed evening with great company. The food was a standout, showcasing the best of Veneto’s culinary traditions with a focus on quality and simplicity. We started with two appetizers that set the bar high: the tartar and the smoked Angus carpaccio. The tartar was a revelation—finely chopped, melt-in-your-mouth beef, seasoned with just the right balance of herbs, capers, and a hint of mustard, served with crispy crostini that added the perfect crunch. The smoked Angus carpaccio was equally impressive, thinly sliced and delicately smoky, with a drizzle of olive oil and shavings of aged Parmigiano that elevated the dish to something truly memorable. Both dishes were fresh, beautifully presented, and bursting with flavor, proving that simple ingredients can shine when handled with care. The service was impeccable, striking that rare balance of professional yet genuinely warm. The entire staff worked like a well-oiled machine, keeping the busy terrace humming along smoothly while maintaining that signature Italian warmth. Osteria Due Nani is a must-visit in Bardolino, deserving every bit of its stellar reputation (4.3/5 on Google, and a Travelers’ Choice nod). The combination of its idyllic lakeside setting, exquisite dishes like the tartar and smoked Angus carpaccio, and top-notch service makes it a standout. I’m already dreaming of my next visit. Five stars—bravissimo!