Ristorante l'Altra Botte — Restaurant in Legnano

If you ever find yourself near Gallarate and consider yourself a seafood lover, stop everything and make a reservation at l’Altra Botte. This isn’t just a meal – it’s a journey into the heart of Italian culinary excellence.

🐟 The Freshest Seafood Tower I've Ever Had From the moment the stunning seafood platter landed on the table, I knew I was in for a treat. A breathtaking tower of crudo (raw delicacies) served on scallop shells – each piece so fresh, it felt like it had just jumped out of the ocean and onto my plate. Salmon, tuna, shrimp, scallops, sea urchin, and more – every bite melted in my mouth with sweet, oceanic flavor.

The gold-flecked oyster shell was a nice luxurious touch – almost too pretty to eat… almost 😉

🍷 Wine That Matches the Vibe To accompany the seafood feast, we chose a bottle of Funtanaliras Vermentino di Gallura DOCG Oro – a premium white wine from Sardinia. It had elegant floral notes, crisp minerality, and a smooth finish that made it a perfect match for raw seafood. Not to mention the label and bottle design were so classy, I couldn’t help but admire it between sips. It’s labeled as an Exclusive Restaurant Edition, and it truly lives up to that name.

🍽️ The Antipasti – A Symphony of Flavors Before the main course even began, the table was filled with a creative selection of antipasti. Octopus, squid, smoked salmon, polenta bites, whipped seafood mousse, grilled vegetables – each dish thoughtfully plated and bursting with flavor. The textures, seasoning, and presentation showed the chef’s attention to detail and passion for his craft.

🍰 Dessert Heaven And just when I thought it couldn’t get better… a silver platter of exquisite mini desserts arrived under a glass dome like a treasure chest. It felt like choosing a piece of edible art. I picked a dark chocolate delight – soft, rich, and perfectly balanced in sweetness, plated with delicate chocolate drizzle.

🦞 Seafood Display Like an Aquarium On the way out, we passed by a display case of live lobsters and fresh fish on ice, proudly showcased like jewels of the sea. The restaurant clearly takes pride in its ingredients – and it shows.

🏛️ Atmosphere & Ambiance The restaurant itself is sleek and modern with elegant lighting, and the exterior glows like a gem on the corner of the street – warm, inviting, and buzzing with culinary energy. It’s the kind of place where you could celebrate a special occasion or simply indulge in an unforgettable dinner.

⭐ Final Verdict: 10/10 l’Altra Botte delivers everything I love about fine Italian dining: extraordinary seafood, impeccable wine, artistic desserts, and a stylish, welcoming atmosphere. Whether you're a foodie, a wine lover, or just someone looking to spoil your tastebuds, this place will exceed all expectations.

I'll be dreaming about that seafood tower and Vermentino pairing for a long, long time. Bravo to the team at...

We went to celebrate a birthday and I was first impressed by the service. Rosalyn was very attentive and she even suggested some dishes for myself as a vegetarian. I was impressed by the starter which was a potato pie with artichokes and pecorino cheese. The main was a tagliattele pasta with Thyme and was very tasty too. The dessert was a lemon pastiera which was very light and full of flavour.

The atmosphere was elegant and I could tell the waiters knew what they were doing, providing good suggestions and attentive to the needs of the diner.

We will definitely returning to the lovely restaurant in the...

Purtroppo la cena presso l'altra Botte non ha soddisfatto le aspettative. Le pietanze erano ottime quindi se dovessi soni giudicare il cibo darei 5 stelle. Se dovessi giudicare i prezzi darei 4 stelle perché sono sopra la media di zona, ma nulla di scandaloso, anzi sono accettabili considerato che si mangia bene e l'ambiente è pulito. Le due stelle le assegno per il contesto e le lunghissime attese. 40 minuti per far arrivare il primo e due solleciti (notare che coppie sedute dopo di noi ricevevano prima di noi lo stesso piatto che avevamo ordinato), doppio sollecito per chiedere dei dolci, caffè arrivato sbagliato (avevo chiesto deca macchiato è arrivato solo deca ma su questo posso sorvolare), doppio sollecito per il conto. Dopo due ore e 15 min seduti ilcameriere ci dice che ci avrebbe offerto l'amaro o il limoncello per scusarsi dell'attesa. Decliniamo perchè il mio ragazzo doveva guidare e io non avevo voglia di superalcolici. Arriviamo in cassa e dopo il solito "tutto bene?" Spieghiamo con garbo che era squisito ma la serata era stata rovinata dalle lunghe attese. Dice che le dispiace e da la colpa al fatto che è San Valentino e il locale era pieno. Non mi era dovuto, ma mi sarei aspettata un arrontodamento da 106€ a 100€, o quanto meno sarebbe stato gradito. Ah, la distanza tra i tavoli è ridicola si sentono le altre coppie parlare chiaramente di fianco a noi e inoltre vengono messi dei carrellini tra i tavoli per appoggiare il vino e piatti degli antipasti quindi si rimane "bloccati" se si è nei tavoli in mezzo perché si hanno carrelini da entrambi ai lati. Non ho quasi avuto lo spazio per infilarmi il giubbotto e la sciarpa. Pessima esperienza non ci metterò...