Discover Our Menu

Savor the essence of traditional Italian cuisine with Giannino Cafè 1899 curated menu. Discover dishes that blend tradition with innovation.

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the chef: luca Salerno

With over 20 years of experience in the fine dining sector, Chef Luca Salerno embodies the passion, technique, and contemporary vision of Italian cuisine.Born in Naples, his international career has led him to work in some of the most prestigious kitchens across Italy, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and the United States. He has worked alongside Michelin-starred restaurants and luxury hotels, including the Eden Roc in Ascona, the Grand Café Al Porto in Lugano, and Gordon Ramsay’s restaurant in London.

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La Tradizione Milanese

Mondeghili servití con maionese fatta in casa

Meatballs served with homemade mayonnaise

22.-

Risotto classico alla milanese, pistílli di zafferano e midollo

Classic Milanese risotto with saffron threads and bone marrowand strawberries

24.-

Ossobuco di vitello in gremolada servito con risotto

Veal ossobuco in gremolata served with risotto

36.-

Costoletta di vitello alla milanese servita con patate al rosmarino

Milanese-style veal cutlet served with rosemary potatoes

39.-

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salads

Insalata verde

Green salad

6.50.-

Insalata mista con carote/ pomodorini/ finocchi/ peperoni/ sedano/ cetriolo

Mixed salad with carrots, cherry tomatoes, fennel, bell peppers, celery, cucumber

9.50.-

Insalata Giannino (scaglie di mandorle, avocado e dressing allo zafferano)

Giannino Salad (almond flakes, avocado, and saffron dressing

20.-

Insalata di Formentino, noci e pere al merlot Ticinese

Formentino (lamb’s Lettuce) salad with walnuts and Ticino Merlot-poached pears

19.-

Insalata di Zucca arrostita, barbabietole e formaggino di capra

Roasted pumpkin salad with beets and goat cheese

21.-

To Start

Polenta gratinata al forno con gorgonzola / oppure con funghi porcini

Oven-baked gratinated polenta with gorgonzola or with porcini mushrooms

18/23.-

Carpaccio di manzo, scaglie di parmigiano 30 mesi e funghi stagionali trifolati

Beef carpaccio with 30-month aged Parmesan shavings and sautéed seasonal mushrooms

28.-

Flan di zucca e patate su fonduta di provola di Bufala

Pumpkin and potato flan on buffalo provola fondue

23.-

Polpo cotto a bassa temperatura su crostini di pane fritto, servito con olive, capperi e pomodorini cherry

Low-temperature cooked octopus on fried bread croutons, served with olives, capers, and cherry tomatoes

25.-

Crema di carote, zenzero e spiedino di scampo croccante

Carrot and ginger cream with a crispy prawn skewer

16.50.-

sides

Scarole saltate con olive, capperi e noci

Sautéed escarole with olives, capers, and walnuts

12.-

Le zucchine alla scapece

“Scapece”-style zucchini

12.-

Funghi stagionali trifolati

Sautéed seasonal mushrooms

12.-

Patate novelle al rosmarino

Rosemary potatoes

8.-

Patatine fritte

French fries

7.-

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Ziti spezzati al ragù genovese, carne di manzo e cipolla rossa

Broken ziti pasta with Genovese ragù, beef cheeks, and red onion

24.-

Ravioli fatti in casa farciti con zucca e pinoli, burro e salvia con perle di aceto balsamico di Modena

Homemade ravioli filled with pumpkin and pine nuts, served with butter and sage, topped with Modena balsamic vinegar pearls

28.-

Risotto Carnaroli ai funghi porcini

Carnaroli risotto with porcini mushrooms

28.-

Spaghetti bio alla chitarra con vongole veraci e bottarga

Organic “chitarra” spaghetti with clams and bottarga

29.-

Farfalle Giannino aglio, olio, peperoncino e caviale Oscietra

Giannino farfalle with garlic, olive oil, chili, and Oscietra caviar

38.-

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Trancio di branzino croccante, patate morbide al timo e zucchine alla “scapece”

Crispy sea bass fillet with tender thyme potatoes and “scapece” zucchini

39.-

Guazzetto di calamari servito con patate e zafferano

Squid stew served with potatoes and saffron

36.-

Brasato di manzo al vino rosso, polenta taragna e verdure di stagione

Red wine braised beef with Taragna polenta and seasonal vegetables

35.-

Costolette di agnello scottate, funghi saltati e patate rosolate

Seared lamb chops with sautéed mushrooms and roasted potatoes

37.-

Parmigiana di melanzane classica partenopea

Classic Neapolitan eggplant parmigiana

24.-

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Millefoglie con crema chantilly e amarene

Millefeuille with Chantilly cream and sour cherries

12.-

Babà al rum con panna montata e fragole

Rum baba with whipped cream and strawberries

9.50.-

Mousse al cioccolato fondente e nocciole tostate

Dark chocolate mousse with toasted hazelnuts

12.-

Tortino caprese con mandorle e cioccolato

Caprese cake with almonds and chocolate

9.50.-

Coming soon

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coffee

Espresso

3.-

Espresso macchiato

3.20.-

Espresso corretto Grappa / Cognac / Sambuca / Baileys

5.20.-

Double Espresso

4.90.-

Large Cup Coffee

4.50.-

Americano Coffee

4.50.-

Cappuccino

4.90.-

Mini cappuccino

3.80.-

Mélange Coffee with Cream

5.50.-

Caffè Latte

4.90.-

Latte macchiato

4.70.-

Hot or Cold Milk

2.80.-

Marocchino

3.90.-

special coffee

Caffè Giannino

gianduia / espresso/ panna montata / granella di nocciola

7.50.-

Caffè al Pistacchio

pistacchio / espresso / panna montata / granella di pistacchio

7.50.-

Caffè alla Nocciola

nocciola / espresso / panna montata / granella di nocciola

7.50.-

Caffè Unico

cioccolato fondente / espresso / panna montata

9.50.-

Affogato al caffè

gelato artigianale alla vaniglia / espresso

6.50.-

tea

English Breakfast Black Tea

4.10.-

Sencha Tea

5.20.-

Green Tea Mango and Ginger

5.20.-

Jasmine Scented Green Tea

4.10.-

Mint Infusion

4.10.-

Mint TeaFennel Infusion

4.10.-

Fennel TeaGinger & Lemon InfusionLinden Infusion

4.10.-

Linden Tea

4.10.-

Red Berries Herbal Tea

4.10.-

Bourbon Caramel Rooibos Herbal Tea

5.20.-

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chocolate

Thick Hot Chocolate

5.50.-

Thick Hot Chocolate with Cream

7.00.-

Hot or Cold Ovomaltine (Malt Drink)

4.90.-

Hot or Cold Caotina (Chocolate Drink)

4.90.-

Fresh Juices & Fruit Juices

Freshly Squeezed Orange or Pink Grapefruit Juice

20cl

6.20.-

Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice served with water on the side

10cl

7.00.-

Freshly Squeezed Pomegranate Juice (seasonal)

20cl

8.20.-

Bottled Fruit Juices

Apricot/ Pineapple/ Pear/ Peach/ Tomato

5.10.-

Mineral Waters & soft drinks

Henniez nature o légère

4.80.-

San Pellegrino Sparkling (50 cl 5.50)

8.50.-

Acqua Panna Still (50 cl 5.50)

8.50.-

Rivella rossa or blu

5.40.-

Gazzosa del Gambarogno Lemon or Mandarin Soda

5.40.-

Cedrata Tassoni

5.40.-

Aranciata dolce La Lurisia

5.40.-

Chinotto La Lurisia

5.40.-

Coca-Cola or Coca-Cola Zero

5.40.-

Ramseier Sweet Grape Must (Grape Juice)

5.40.-

Fusetea Iced Tea Lemon & Lemongrass

5.40.-

Fusetea Iced Tea Peach & Hibiscus

5.40.-

Syrup Strawberry /Grenadine/Mint

3.40.-

Fever-Tree Tonic Water

5.40.-

Fever-Tree Bitter Lemon Tonic Water

5.40.-

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Sorbets

Mango / Passion Fruit / Strawberry / Lemon

4.50.-/7.50.-/11.00.-

Icecreams

Vanilla / Stracciatella (Chocolate Chip) / Milk Chocolate / Dark Chocolate / Coffee / Salted Caramel / Sicilian Pistachio / Hazelnut

4.50.-/7.50.-/11.00.-

Danemark Sundae

Vanilla Ice Cream / Chocolate Sauce / Whipped Cream

12.50.-

Coppa Romanoff

Vanilla Ice Cream / Strawberry Sorbet / Fresh Strawberries / Whipped Cream

12.50.-

Coppa 1899

Coffee Ice Cream / Pistachio Ice Cream / Vanilla Ice Cream / Chopped Pistachios / Whipped Cream

14.50.-

Wine List

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Selection By the Glass

BOLLICINE

VINI BIANCHI

VINI ROSSI

VINI DOLCI

bollicine

ITALIA

CHAMPAGNE

Louis Roederer Collection

Krug Collection

Selosse Collection

Salon Collection

Dom Perignon Collection

VINI BIANCHI

SVIZZERA

ITALIA

FRANCIA

VINI rosè

FRANCIA

VINI ROSSI

SVIZZERA

ITALIA

Gaja Collection

Masseto Collection

Ornellaia Collection

Sassicaia Collection

Solaia Collection

Soldera Collection

SPAGNA

FRANCIA

Borgogna

Bordeaux

Château Mouton Rothschild Collection

Château Lafite Rothschild Collection

Château Latour Collection

Château Margaux Collection

Château Haut Brion Collection

Château Cheval Blanc Collection

USA

VINI DOLCI

ITALIA

FRANCIA

FAQS

Find answers to your most pressing questions about dining at Le Bistrot, from reservations to dietary accommodations

Do I need a reservation to dine at Le Bistrot?

While not required, reservations are highly recommended to ensure your seating.

Can Le Bistrot accommodate dietary restrictions?

Yes, please inform us of any dietary needs when booking, and we'll tailor your experience.

What is the dress code at Le Bistrot?

Our dress code is smart casual, blending comfort with a touch of elegance.

Can I host a private event at Le Bistrot?

Yes, Le Bistrot offers exquisite spaces for private events. Please contact us for more details.

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