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Nestled in the heart of Bellinzona, Switzerland, Ristorante Locanda Orico da Albrici invites you to embark on a delightful culinary journey that masterfully blends Italian and French flavors with the freshest seasonal ingredients. The menu offers a refined selection of dishes that showcase local produce and expert craftsmanship, promising an unforgettable dining experience.
starters and specials
While the menu highlights exceptional mains and desserts, guests can anticipate seasonal starters that complement the restaurant’s commitment to fresh, local flavors. The specials often include dishes crafted from the finest ingredients sourced from the Ticino region, showcasing culinary creativity and tradition alike.
mains
The mains at Locanda Orico da Albrici are a true celebration of rich Italian-Swiss culinary heritage. One standout is the “Nido di tagliatelle ai 30 tuorli,” a nest of delicate tagliatelle crafted from 30 egg yolks, accompanied by a ragù of local beef tail, fragrant sautéed chanterelles, and a vibrant basil purée that adds aromatic freshness. Another signature dish is the seared perch fillet from the Brissago Islands, served with tender leeks and baby potatoes from the restaurant’s own garden, finished with a savory savory herb sauce known as santoreggia. For poultry enthusiasts, the “Fagottini di pollo della Gruyère ‘pattes noir’” offers tender chicken parcels bathed in their rich cooking juices with a light Indian curry foam, marrying Swiss tradition with exotic spices.
desserts
Conclude your meal on a refreshingly creative note with the restaurant’s dessert interpretation of the “Bellini” cocktail. This semifreddo features delicate peach and prosecco flavors, paired with polenta corvina grissini from the Maggia foothills. It’s an inventive homage to classic Italian cocktails, transforming them into a luscious, chilled finale.
drinks
Ristorante Locanda Orico da Albrici complements its gourmet offerings with a thoughtful selection of wines, reflecting the rich viticulture of Switzerland and neighboring regions. The wine list perfectly balances regional specialties and international favorites, ideal for pairing with any course to enhance your dining experience.
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- Nido di tagliatelle ai 30 tuorli – Handmade pasta with rich beef tail ragù and earthy chanterelles elevated by fresh basil purée.
- Trancio di lucioperca pescato alle Isole di Brissago – Seared perch with tender leeks and baby potatoes in a fragrant savory herb sauce.
- Fagottini di pollo della Gruyère “pattes noir” – Chicken parcels with curry foam, a fusion of Swiss comfort and Indian spices.
- Cocktail “Bellini” semifreddo – A refreshing dessert capturing the essence of the classic Bellini cocktail with peach and prosecco.
