Ristorante Grual

An unforgettable dining experience at Grual! Every detail at Grual in Lefay Dolomiti is pure perfection - from the intimate forest-themed setting to the exquisite dishes crafted with locally sourced ingredients. Each course feels like a story of the Dolomites, beautifully presented and full of authentic flavor. The service is impeccable - warm, attentive, and genuinely passionate about the food and philosophy behind it. Dining here feels both luxurious and deeply connected to nature. Absolutely a must-try experience if you’re staying at Lefay or visiting the area!

We had dinner at Grual and it was truly one of the most memorable dining experiences we’ve ever had. The 12-course tasting menu was a seamless journey through the flavors of the Dolomites — creative, deeply rooted in nature, and executed with precision and soul. Each dish offered something unexpected. From the birch-scented amuse-bouche to the beetroot tartare with fermented berries, and the trout delicately smoked in larch bark, every course was thoughtful, beautiful, and full of flavor. The pacing was perfect, and there was a clear narrative that tied everything together — you could tell the kitchen wasn’t just serving food, they were telling a story. The wine pairings were equally impressive, thanks to Giulia, the sommelier. Her selections elevated each dish and introduced us to several surprising and unique bottles, especially from local producers. Her knowledge and enthusiasm made each glass feel special. A huge part of what made the evening unforgettable was the service. Anna, our waitress, was warm, attentive, and incredibly professional. She made us feel welcome from the first moment and guided us through the menu with just the right balance of charm and precision. Grual is more than a restaurant — it’s a window into the land, the seasons, and the people who live here. We left feeling inspired, grateful, and already talking about when we’ll be back. PS: I couldn't take pictures of all the dishes since the wine took effect but please appreciate the finess of each dish I was able to picture here.

Giving it 5 stars for the overall experience and exceptional waitstaff. The food was quite good, but several dishes were dissapointing (smoked trout risotto, and the fusili pasta).. heavy handed on seasoning and difficult to finish or enjoy any of the components on their own. Generally, all plates were bizarrely oversauced which made appreciating these local mountain more work than it should have been. However, the overall experience was worth it and the hero dishes - pikeperch, potatoes, beef, and roe deer- saved the day. This is a very long experience, moreso than other Michelin tastings, but still an ok pace.

The meal was fine. We had a vegetarian fish tasting and wine tasting. We didn't like one of the wine tastings and there was barely any acknowledgement from the staff and sommelier that we hadn't finished the wine we didn't like until we brought it to the attention of the staff. The first part of the meal went very quickly, with the middle part simply waiting over 50 minutes for a small fish dish that arrived cold and not cooked to the point that we ate it because we were hungry, and even by the time we brought it to the attention of the staff it felt like Ilan didn't matter that much to anyone. Overall we were disappointed and not worth the price

What a good surprise! Excellent restaurant, very nice personnel and above all a splendid atmosphere. You fell like you are dining in the forest in the mountains. The dishes are traditional and tasty. Excellent experience, in a wonderful hotel-spa.

Very nice food, beautifully designed room, and very reasonably priced for the quality. The menu is themed around the local area which is a lovely idea. I saw one review complaining about it taking 3 hours - that’s how long an 8 course tasting menu takes! They have a la carte options available too if that’s too long but I would strongly suggest the tasting menu. Note the ‘vegetarian’ option contains fish by default - they were more than happy to swap it out thought when asked.

Initially we are not really love design and some waiters looks a bit less confident. But when they served us artic fish … that is something over the moon , the way how they done a mushrooms, bbq aftertaste like in village and fish - just wow. Selection of cheese and very professional server. Lady wine server very keep attention. So They are worth a m-star.

The food was average (when compared to a Michelin star restaurant), had to wait for more than 3 hours to complete the 12 course set menu, which is extremely long.