The story
Tucked away in the woods outside Orte, La Locanda sul Lago offers a rustic, waterfront escape that feels like a hidden gem. Creator JustUs described it as "immersed in the woods with a lake," and raved about the carbonara, calling it a "carbonara perfetta." The setting is cosy and traditional, with outdoor seating and a view that elevates the meal.
The menu leans heavily on Roman classics. Highlights from JustUs's visit include the Lingue di Pizza con Mortadella alla Brace, the Mezze Maniche alla Carbonara, and Tagliatelle ai Porcini, alongside Abbacchio al Forno and a Tiramisù to finish. While the food earned high praise, the reviewer noted minor service hiccups—but the quality of the dishes more than compensated.
Synthesised by AI from every creator’s review. First reviewed 2025.
Most-loved dishes
AI summary of what 7 dish mentions say about the food
Cicoria, the sautéed chicory, earns raves for its earthy perfection, while the overall vibe is one of rustic Italian warmth that feels both unpretentious and deeply satisfying.
“Sautéed chicory, good and slightly spicy, helps cleanse the palate.”
What creators say
1 creator has covered La Locanda sul Lago. Most active: JustUs
A restaurant immersed in the woods with a lake, where the carbonara is incredible and the food is excellent, despite some minor service issues.
Dishes mentioned
Lingue di Pizza con Mortadella alla Brace
Pizza tongues with grilled mortadella: simple but spectacular. The grilled mortadella is a revelation, and the warm white pizza completes it. For only €6, it's worth it.
Mezze Maniche alla Carbonara
Crispy guanciale, freshly ground black pepper, pecorino — it has an incredible kick. Perfect. I haven't had a carbonara this good in three years. It's one of the best I've ever had in my life.
Tagliatelle ai Porcini
Homemade tagliatelle, perfectly al dente, with very flavorful porcini mushrooms. Delicious.
Abbacchio al Forno
The abbacchio is very tender, well cooked, but the cooking juice is too abundant, a bit overdone. Still good.
Patate al Forno
Simple oven potatoes, well cooked.
