Welcome to the Crotto Alpino

Nel cuore della Valsassina, tra tradizione e natura, il Crotto Alpino è il luogo dove i sapori genuini incontrano l’ospitalità di una volta. Cucina tipica, ingredienti del territorio e un’atmosfera familiare rendono ogni visita un momento speciale. Che sia per un pranzo all’aria aperta o una cena tra amici, vi aspettiamo per farvi riscoprire il gusto autentico della montagna.

The Menu

Discover our menu of traditional Valsassina cuisine: pizzoccheri ravioli, polenta, local meats, mountain cheeses, taragna polenta, fresh tagliatelle with game ragù, and porcini mushrooms. Fresh, seasonal ingredients and traditional recipes.
Our story

From the heart of Valsassina’s tradition, Crotto Alpino tells a story of family, passion for cooking, and love for the land. Discover our origins.
The Trattoria

Experience Crotto Alpino: a traditional Valsassina trattoria surrounded by nature, where authentic mountain cuisine meets the warmth and conviviality of the past.

Authentic Valsassina mountain cuisine

Nestled in the nature of Valsassina, Crotto Alpino is a traditional mountain restaurant where time-honoured recipes meet warm, family-style hospitality. In a quiet panoramic setting, our crotto is the ideal place to rediscover authentic Valsassina cuisine in a welcoming, genuine atmosphere.

Traditional Valsassina cuisine

We serve a menu that celebrates local flavours and classic alpine recipes: from polenta with game to mountain‐dairy cheeses and homemade desserts prepared daily. Every dish is crafted with care using fresh ingredients sourced from the best producers in the area.

zuppa di cipolle del nostro orto in valsassina

Polenta Taragna con Stinco del crotto alpino

More than a meal: an experience to savour

At Crotto Alpino, every meal is a chance to slow down and unwind in a rustic, relaxing setting surrounded by greenery. Enjoy our cosy indoor dining room or the panoramic outdoor area perfect for summer lunches, dinners with friends, or special family moments.

We look forward to welcoming you to Valsassina

Whether you’re looking for a rustic mountain trattoria, a place to savour true Valsassina cuisine, or simply somewhere to feel at home, Crotto Alpino is ready to welcome you. Visit us in Primaluna and let yourself be won over by the flavours of our land.