In 2024, Tarvisio started with a captivating torchlight procession, the longest in the Julian Alps, starting from the summit of Mount Lussari and ending in Camporosso. The local gastronomy encapsulates the traditions and flavors of Friuli, Slovenia, and Carinthia. Dominated by cured meats, cheeses, goulash, gnocchi, fresh pasta, game, polenta, and frico, these bold and robust flavors are ideal for facing snowy days. Here are the top 8 restaurants chosen by Gambero Rosso.
Where to Eat in Tarvisio
Alte Hütte
Restaurant. A typical mountain-style construction, peacefully situated, hosts this cozy all-wood establishment, meaning "old hut," passionately managed by Roberto Del Negro. Guests come here to savor classic dishes like goulash, barley and bean soup, polenta, frico, venison stew, pork loin, and cotechino with brovada. It's advisable to make a reservation.
Alte Hütte – frazione Camporosso in Val Canale via Lussari, 13 – 0428 653515 – Facebook
Capanna Edelweiss
Gourmet Break. A hotel with simple and quiet rooms, a bar, and a refreshment area, located on the western shore of Lake Fusine, about a dozen kilometers from Tarvisio, in an incredibly beautiful natural setting. Stop by for a snack with homemade sweets (try the apple strudel), accompanied by a hot cup of tea or cocoa. Lunch (reservation required) features typical and genuine flavors, with polenta with sausage, frico, or goulash taking the spotlight.
Capanna Edelweiss – frazione Fusine in Valromana via dei Laghi, 8 – 0428 61050-331 7685346 – www.albergo-edelweiss.com
Ai Confini del Golf Club Senza Confini
Restaurant. Reopened at Easter 2023, managed by the young and enthusiastic chef Marco Da Rin Bettina, supported by his wife Elisabetta Pitton (sommelier) in charge of hospitality. The culinary proposal maximizes local resources, with a focus on game. Standout dishes include fresh pasta curls with cirmolo butter, deer ragu, and dehydrated raspberries, as well as venison fillet with blueberry sauce and Williams pear with saffron and star anise. The wine list is more than satisfying.
Ai Confini del Golf Club Senza Confini – via Priesnig, 17 – 0428 871115 – www.aiconfiniristorante.it
Rifugio Locanda Al Convento
Trattoria. The breathtaking view of the Alps and Dolomites alone is worth a visit to this refuge at 1,790 meters. Chef Jure, passionate and skilled, presents a menu resulting from a mix of Friulian, Austrian, and Slovenian traditions, featuring frico, goulash, Montasio ravioli with smoked ricotta, and hearty grilled meats. Desserts include homemade treats, with strudel being a must. Room availability, reservation required.
Rifugio Locanda Al Convento – frazione Camporosso in Val Canale località Monte Santo di Lussari, 184 – 338 1781133 – www.rifugioalconvento.it
Dawit
Gourmet Break. Easily accessible from the highway exit, open continuously from 6 am to around 7 pm, Dawit is perfect for a pleasant pit stop at any time of the day. It offers well-made espressos and cappuccinos accompanied by quality sliced cakes and pastries. For quick snacks and lunches, enjoy well-stuffed salads and imaginative sandwiches. They also offer teas, herbal teas, and hot chocolate to brighten afternoons. Wine and specialty food items are also available.
Dawit – frazione Camporosso in Val Canale via Alpi Giulie, 30 – 0428 63012 – www.dawit.shop
Edelhof
Restaurant. A renowned hotel restaurant attached to a comfortable family-run 4-star establishment. The all-wood environment, furnished in a typical style, immediately puts you at ease. The culinary proposal, directly overseen by the owner, leverages the best local products with a touch of creativity, emphasizing appropriate cooking, well-matched pairings, and clean flavors. The egg with porcini, potato soufflé, and speck dust is an example. The wine list, including craft beers and premium spirits, is extensive. It's recommended to make a reservation.
Edelhof – via A. Diaz, 27 – 0428 40081 – www.hoteledelhof.it
Osteria Hladik
Trattoria. A small female-run establishment, ideal for enjoying genuine food at fair prices. The rustic and warm ambiance with vaulted ceilings, wooden furnishings, and floors provides a perfect backdrop for savoring local cured meats served with grated horseradish, plum dumplings, tagliolini with venison ragu, deer, and polenta, and frico – all delicious. The desserts, including apple cake and cheesecake, won't disappoint. The wine selection aligns with the offerings, featuring house wine and a few labels. Limited seating, reservations recommended.
Osteria Hladik – via Romana, 33 – 0428 668343 – Facebook
Miramonti
Trattoria. Cordiality and efficiency are the hallmarks of this centrally located address with a bar and restaurant offering. Rustically simple furnishings, an informal atmosphere, and a limited menu ensure freshness and seasonality. The table showcases all the staples of local cuisine with a touch of creativity – beef tartare, chestnut ravioli, grilled bacon, and, to conclude, mostly spoon desserts, including the inevitable tiramisu. House wine, beers, and a few bottles are available to accompany your meal.
Miramonti – via Dante Alighieri, 73 – 0428 2050 – Facebook
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