Lago Di Como Ristorante

We work in restaurants so we celebrated our Valentine's on Monday, yesterday. First of all, when we walked in at 8, every seat in the place was taken except the two we reserved at the bar! I know it was a holiday, but still!Everyone was so friendly and welcoming. Espresso martini was on point. We tried the Caesar, and it's so fantastic when it's done right like here, and the lemon zest actually came through.Veal entree and bolognese were delicious. Pasta is cooked to that perfect al dente where it's just a TINY bit of strain, and both dishes were so flavorful.There was also a crispy veal special served bone in on a large platter, and from what I gathered they are always doing fun specials and changing them up and they are often the favorites.Tiramisu was incredible.Beautiful art for accompaniment as well. Shout out to Cory and everyone for your hard work on a busy night! I am picky about my espresso martinis! =D

This is hands down my favorite restaurant in Santa Cruz! From the moment you step inside, you're transported straight to Italy--warm hospitality, charming ambiance, and food that's incredible. I won't make specific menu recommendations because, truly, you can't go wrong with anything here. Every dish is prepared with care, bursting with authentic flavors that make you feel like you're dining in a cozy trattoria in Italy.The service is exceptional--attentive, welcoming, and genuinely passionate about creating a memorable experience. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or just craving top-tier Italian meal, this place delivers every time. An absolute must-visit if you're in the area!

Second time coming here and, frankly, it's the highlight of our trips to Santa Cruz. The staff is very kind and great at what they do.The calamari fritti was the ideal calamari. Not too heavy, just light and crispy. The seafood itself was fresh. This time I had the cresta del gallo and everything was perfect, it's hard to really describe such a simple (and delicious). My mom had the swordfish that was the night's special, and was very satisfied with her meal as well. We ended with the seadas di sardegnas for dessert, which is worth raving about for a moment. The dessert came piping hot and fresh, the dough was flaky and crisp. If you prefer cheese for your dessert, it's a perfect little savory-sweet compromise. The cappuccino was very good, (which sounds ridiculous but you'd be surprised how often you receive burnt coffee in a restaurant). The place was packed, and it's no wonder. The restaurant is lovely and convivial, the drinks are great, and, most importantly, the food is spectacular. Absolutely no complaints.

We went to Lago di Como for a dinner celebration, and were blown away by the food. Extremely well cooked and seasoned, absolutely fantastic. This place would absolutely have been five stars, but unfortunately, despite us having a reservation, we had to wait until 20 minutes past our reservation time to be seated. They were unfortunately not particularly apologetic, nor offered anything like a glass of wine in consolation while we waited. I think anything like that would have gone a long way.

Food is delicious, service is great, and I order the Branzino almost every time. But you can't go wrong with anything on the menu. Dessert fav is the limoncello over sorbet! If you can get a seat at the bar, it is very entertaining

Loved it. Excellent service. Options for everyone - I loved the red pepper/cherry tomato soup, and veggie dish. My husband loved the pasta dish with clams and broccoli. Nice vibe. Tasty cocktail. I was very happy with my birthday celebration.

Maialino Sardo! Wood Fired Suckling Pig!!! Off the Hook!Dining at Lago Di Como is always a wonderful experience. The food is excellent and the service is always amazing when you have people like Matteo, Lindsey, Giovani, Cory, Maria and crew taking care of you. Eat & Enjoy! You won't be disappointed!

We got here right at opening, had a reservation. It took them a while to prepare our table. We received pretty good service considering the entire restaurant was packed on a Thursday night. We got the Cesar salad, seafood stew, butternut squash gnocchi, chocolate lava cake, gelato, and cappuccino. The food was delicious, and the service was good. Make reservations!

Delicious food! Beautiful restaurant, very clean and with an authentic fancy italian feel. Service is 10/10. The waitress was super friendly and attentive. The owner/manager (not sure which) goes around to the tables to check in which is awesome. Best Gnocchi I've ever had. Bolognese was delicious. The chocolate torte was delectable. It paired perfectly with the sea salted caramel gelato. New favorite spot in Santa Cruz

Excellent food and excellent service in a great atmosphere! Hard to choose what to order because everything tastes so flavorful and fresh.