The Casa d'Italia Bern is an institution in Bern's gastronomic scene. Initially run as a club premises, the restaurant has been publicly accessible since 1982. It offers authentic and simple Italian cuisine.
Quick Overview
- Location: Bern, Länggasse
- Authentic Italian, also with vegan options
- Price Range: $$ (Moderate)
- Main Courses: CHF 18 - CHF 45
- Special Features: Cozy interior, large terrace under shading chestnut trees
- Ideal for: Honest, authentic Italian food in Bern in a relaxed atmosphere
- Overall Rating: 4.2 / 5
Content:
Our Visiting Experience at Casa d'Italia Bern
The pleasantly located oasis in Länggasse
The Casa d'Italia Bern is located in the Länggasse district, at the intersection of Länggassstrasse and Bühlstrasse. The restaurant is a little hidden, but easily recognizable by the inconspicuous sign with the Italian Tricolore.
While one terrace faces Bühlstrasse, the larger terrace is located behind the building. There is a garden with chestnut trees and parasols, which provide ample shade - perfect for warm days. Inside, the interior is functionally simple and invites a straightforward dining experience.
Comprehensive Menu with Good Offering of Vegan Dishes and Drinks
The Casa d'Italia has a wide range of typical Italian dishes. There are comprehensive menus for antipasti, pasta, pizza, as well as meat and fish dishes. Particularly noteworthy and a real highlight is the vegan menu - this is a truly great and well-thought-out offering! From all the delicious dishes, I chose a green salad and an Ossobuco.
Authentic and Honest Italian Cuisine
The Green Salad consisted of iceberg lettuce and a slice of tomato - so it was classic and puristically presented. The aromatic Italian dressing was finely draped over the salad and had a creamy consistency. Fresh white bread was served with it.
The main course, the Ossobuco, featured a beautifully meaty piece of veal shank, with a nice marrow bone. This also contained a good amount of marrow. It was served with a pureed braising sauce and a saffron risotto. The dish was garnished with some curly parsley. The veal shank was tenderly braised and had an authentic, deep flavor, suggesting it was braised together with onions, carrots, and celery. Instead of the classic gremolata, the sauce was pureed - but it also had the typical taste. The risotto had a subtle saffron flavor. Unfortunately, it was not as fluid and flowing as would be optimal. However, the taste was authentic, and the rice was also slightly al dente. The only minor criticism: the main course was not as hot as expected.
For dessert, we treated ourselves to an Affogato, i.e., vanilla ice cream with an espresso poured over it. This had a beautifully strong espresso flavor and was the perfect ending.
Overall, the food at Casa d'Italia Bern was typically Italian, straightforwardly cooked, and very delicious. Along with the bill, the waiter offered us a Limoncello on the house - many thanks for this kind gesture!
Detailed Review for Casa d'Italia Bern:
| Criteria | Description | Value (from 1 to 5) |
| Rating | Traditional Italian restaurant in Bern with good, honest cuisine, as well as a large terrace under chestnut trees. | 4.2 |
| Atmosphere | Cozy ambiance, outdoors under the chestnut trees in the warmer season. | 4 |
| Service | Our waiter was friendly and emphasized stylish and attentive service. | 4 |
| Selection | Typical selection of an Italian restaurant. At lunchtime, there are various lunch menus. The above-average offering of vegan food is particularly noteworthy. | 5 |
| Quality | The quality of the food is good. Fresh salads and carefully prepared food. The only thing was that the food was not very hot. | 4 |
| Price | At lunchtime, the various lunch menus are attractive. Otherwise, prices are fair and comparable to other Italian restaurants in Bern. | 4 |
Last visited on July 4, 2025. This report has been completely rewritten compared to the last visit.
Practical Information
Menus (Food Menu, Drinks Menu)
Here you will find the current Casa d'Italia food and drink menus.
The vegan menu shows the commitment and awareness of Casa d'Italia Bern for this diet. It mainly lists common Italian dishes such as salads, risotto, pasta, grilled vegetables, but also vegan sorbets. In addition, there is a special selection of vegan wines.
Contact and Reservation
Bühlstrasse 57
3012 Bern
Phone +41 31 301 90 74
Directions to Casa d'Italia Bern
From Bern train station, it's best to take bus no. 20 towards Bern, Länggasse, and get off at the Mittelstrasse stop. Afterwards, it's just under 100m on foot. Drivers should best park their car in the Länggass district.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about Casa d'Italia Bern
Due to the numerous indoor and outdoor seats, a reservation is usually not strictly necessary. However, for evenings or groups, a reservation is recommended to guarantee a table.
For vegan dishes, there is a separate, comprehensive vegan menu. This contains largely common Italian dishes such as salads, risotto, pasta, and grilled vegetables. Particularly interesting for vegans are the vegan wines, because not all wines are vegan! Vegetarian options are also available.
No. Casa d'Italia does not have its own parking spaces. Drivers should best use parking facilities in the Länggass district.