Restaurant
Il Mercante al Laghetto
Colico

Il Mercante al Laghetto pairs the cooking of the upper lake and Valtellina with an unusual setting beside a small natural pond in Colico's industrial area. The restaurant has indoor and outdoor spaces, so it can work for a straightforward lunch as well as a longer dinner. Use the Via Al Confine address when planning a visit; the pond setting is separate from Colico's main Lake Como waterfront.
Regional starters include sciatt, taroz, bresaola with rocket and Parmesan, and boards of cured meats or cheeses. The tasting menu is designed for the whole table and begins with a mixed house starter before a selection of first courses and dessert. It is an option for at least two people who want to explore several parts of the kitchen's repertoire together.
Handmade pizzoccheri share the menu with Valchiavenna gnocchetti and a wide range of filled pasta. Ravioli can feature perch with butter and sage, whitefish with almonds and lime, or polenta with Casera cheese. Main courses include a breaded veal cutlet, roast veal, ribs with polenta taragna and whitefish in butter and sage. Grilled tomino cheese and seasonal vegetable sides provide additional choices.
Children have simpler pasta and chicken dishes, while dessert options include tiramisù, panna cotta and fruit sorbets. The restaurant recommends booking at weekends. It currently serves lunch every day and dinner from Tuesday to Sunday, with Monday evening closed. Telephone ahead to reserve and confirm any particular dish or outdoor seating preference.
- Italian
- Fish and seafood
- Vegetarian
- Lunch
- Dinner
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Via Al Confine 16/A, 23823 Colico, Italy
+390341930257 · mercantelaghetto.it
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