"In Lake Como, finding a nice spot to eat right by the water that won’t break your wallet is no easy feat. The answer: this laid-back Italian eatery at Albergo Il Vapore. It oozes charm and feels like dining inside a grandma’s kitchen. There are outdoor tables that work well for people-watching while you dig into their small but mighty menu that focuses mainly on pasta. Don’t miss the pizzoccheri, a flat ribbon wheat pasta from Lombardy served with potatoes, cabbage, cheese, and a rich, flavorful butter sauce. Or one of the fresh fish options, like the classic salmon fillet, a lavaret cooked in butter, or trout covered in almonds." - anna rahmanan, bryan kim