Esplanade

A true classic of Italian dining, Esplanade has held its star since 1992 and is so renowned among food lovers that it has become synonymous with Desenzano del Garda itself. Beyond its splendid lakeside setting, separated only by a well-tended garden (the summer terrace is unmissable), the spotlight remains firmly on the cuisine. The menu is among the most extensive and refined in Italy, balanced between meat and fish, rooted in both Italian and local traditions, and always attentive to seasonal ingredients. It is a classic style of cooking, respectful of the past yet nuanced with a modern touch, masterfully interpreted by chef Massimo Fezzardi. Completing the experience is an impeccable dining room, where service runs with metronomic precision, guided by two key figures: Marzio Lee Vallio, sommelier and winner of the 2024 Wine Service Award, and the charismatic Emanuele Signorini, a brilliant professional with irresistible charm.