Ristorante Le Fontanelle - GenestrerioThe Restaurant In Genestrerio, a small village in the hills of the Mendrisiotto, a few kilometres from the Stabio Est motorway exit, is the Le Fontanelle restaurant: a historic restaurant, where Mediterranean cuisine is prepared according to traditional recipes. With its cosy atmosphere, the restaurant comprises a large dining room, a portico terrace and the elegant Ametista dining room. Run by the Bordogna family for over thirty years, Le Fontanelle Restaurant and its team will welcome its guests with cheerfulness and professionalism, to accompany them on an unforgettable journey through taste! Every dish is an adventure Le Fontanelle Restaurant offers tasty Mediterranean cuisine, mainly based on fish, and delicious traditional Ticino dishes. Everything is prepared with high quality raw materials and the best products offered by our region. During the course of the year, the menu is constantly updated to make the most of seasonal ingredients. The master pizza maker is always at work to churn out delicious and crispy pizzas! Special attention is paid to our little guests, with a special menu just for them! Giving a touch of freshness to traditional flavours, enhancing seasonal and local ingredients, exalting the simplicity of each dish, this is our goal. From starters to main courses and desserts, Le Fontanelle Restaurant is committed to offering an unforgettable culinary experience. Dishes are prepared with love and dedication, combining the authentic flavour of tradition with the refinement of the finest ingredients. Homemade pasta, the freshest fish, local cheeses and cold cuts, organic vegetables and extra virgin olive oils are just some of the ingredients used in the preparation of the dishes. The menu offers a wide choice of options, from fish carpaccio to homemade gnocchi, from vegetable lasagna to fish-filled ravioli. The Atmosphere and Ambience Le Fontanelle Restaurant is a place where time seems to stand still. The stone walls, terracotta floors, wooden tables and fireplace create a warm and cosy atmosphere. The furnishing details recall the local tradition, creating a rustic yet elegant atmosphere. The arcaded terrace offers a panoramic view of the hills of the Mendrisiotto and, during the summer, is the ideal place to enjoy a meal outdoors. The elegant Ametista room, with its frescoes and refined furnishings, is the perfect place for special occasions. The Wine List The wine cellar at Le Fontanelle Restaurant boasts a vast selection of Italian and international wines, carefully selected to accompany and enhance the dishes on offer. From the freshness of the whites, to the complexity of the reds, to the effervescence of the sparkling wines, the wine list satisfies the most demanding palates. Service and Hospitality Hospitality is one of the defining qualities of Le Fontanelle Restaurant. Every guest is welcomed with a smile and served with care and attention. The aim is to make every guest feel at home, pampered and appreciated. The Bordogna family and their team are committed to providing a friendly and professional service, attentive to the needs of each guest. Their passion and dedication to catering shines through in every detail, from table service to the presentation of dishes, making every visit to Le Fontanelle Restaurant an unforgettable experience.