Questions
What people ask us most often, figures included.
What are your opening hours, and which day are you closed?
We are open every day. Monday to Friday and Sunday from 07:00 to 14:30 and from 18:30 to 24:00; Saturday from 17:00 to 24:00.
How do I book a table?
With the form here on the site — day, time and people, and we confirm — or by phone, 091 682 81 81.
Where are you, and where can I park?
At Via Antonio Monti 9 in Balerna: 3 km from Chiasso, 4 km from Como and the border, 25 km from Lugano. There is free private parking, and the entrance is wheelchair accessible.
Do you host parties, ceremonies and company dinners?
Yes: the dining room and the terrace host big groups, birthdays, ceremonies and company dinners, with menus made to measure. Call and tell us in good time: the date, how many people, the occasion.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, pets are allowed.
What dough is the pizza made with?
You choose between 2 doughs: the classic, with 00 flour from the Mulino di Maroggia, and the 7-grain, with sesame and sunflower seeds. The 7-grain dough may contain traces of soya, mustard, lupin and milk.
I have an allergy or an intolerance: what should I do?
Ask our staff for the allergen list: it covers every dish on the menu.
The rooms: what are they like, and when can I check in?
They are on the upper floors, reached by stairs, from the Jolie for 1 person to the Family Room for 4; each has a private bathroom with shower, air conditioning, Wi-Fi and a TV, and there is breakfast. Check-in from 17:30 to 22:00, check-out by 10:30; free private parking. Book on Booking.com or write to albergo@