Restaurant
Welcome to Ristorante Pizzeria Arlecchino. Here you can enjoy authentic Italian cuisine with fresh ingredients, homemade pasta, crispy pizza, and selected meat and fish dishes—prepared traditionally and served with passion.
Frohburgstrasse 30b, 4600 Olten, Switzerland
Bar
Bar il Vinaio is the perfect place for enjoyable moments. Whether it's an aperitif, a good glass of wine, aromatic coffee, or a relaxed end to the evening – this is where Italian joie de vivre and a cozy atmosphere come together.
Klosterplatz 3, 4600 Olten
Classic restaurant
Discover our pizza, pasta, meat and fish dishes, and delicious desserts – all freshly prepared according to Italian tradition. We also offer a selection of Italian wines and beverages.
Bar il Vinaio
Enjoy aperitifs, Italian wines, cheese, and small snacks – straight from our wine cellar for relaxed moments.
Central location in Olten
Easy to reach – both the restaurant and the bar are located in the heart of Olten, ideal for an enjoyable lunch or dinner as well as spontaneous aperitifs.
Our menu
At Ristorante Pizzeria Arlecchino, you can expect freshly prepared Italian specialties made from the finest ingredients and cooked with love. We combine traditional family recipes with modern accents and offer a culinary variety that includes both classics and creative variations.
Pizzeria
Classic and creative pizzas such as Margherita, Diavola, or with salami, mozzarella, arugula, and much more—crispy from the stone oven. Gluten-free options are also available.
Pasta
Homemade spaghetti, lasagna, tortellini, tagliatelle, and other pasta classics – with a choice of meat, fish, or vegetarian sauce.
Meat
Hearty specialties such as beef steak, saltimbocca alla Romana, or braised ossobuco, accompanied by seasonal vegetables and side dishes.
Fish
Fresh fish such as salmon fillet, grilled sea bream, and seafood – seasoned with Mediterranean spices, cooked to perfection, and lovingly presented.
Desserts & cheese
Sweet treats with homemade tiramisu, panna cotta, gelato made to Italian recipes, and a selection of exquisite Italian cheeses.
Drinks & coffee
Aperitifs such as Campari or Aperol Spritz, selected Italian wines, soft drinks, espresso, cappuccino, and other coffee specialties round off the culinary experience perfectly.
Our bar: il Vinaio
Our bar: il Vinaio is a meeting place for wine lovers, connoisseurs, and friends of the Italian way of life. In our stylishly furnished bar, we serve classic Italian aperitifs such as Aperol Spritz or Negroni, exquisite wines from our wine cellar, finely balanced coffee specialties, cheese platters, and Mediterranean snacks. Whether it's a cozy evening for two, a casual get-together with friends, or a spontaneous aperitif after work, you will always find the right atmosphere here. You can also look forward to regular special treats and changing highlights related to wine and aperitif culture.
Exquisite wines
Directly from Italy and our wine cellar – served at the perfect temperature.
Discover our wine cellar
Special wines & exclusive recommendations from the expert.
Cheese & snacks
Italian appetizers, lovingly arranged – perfect for sharing.
Coffee specialties
Espresso, cappuccino, and more, made in the original Italian style.
Cozy atmosphere
Inviting, charming, typically Italian.
Our history
We have been spoiling our guests at Ristorante Pizzeria Arlecchino in Olten for over 13 years. Our founder and head chef Giuseppe Mandaglio has been working in the restaurant industry for decades and had a clear dream: to create a place full of enjoyment, well-being, and Italian flair – authentic, warm, and with great attention to detail.
What once began with the desire to bring a little piece of Italy to Olten is now a popular meeting place for guests from all over the region. Whether it's a family meal, a cozy evening with friends, or a romantic dinner for two – at our restaurant, the focus is on people.
Personal service
Every guest is welcome here and receives individual attention.
Fresh ingredients
We use only high-quality, fresh products every day – many of them directly from Italy.
Authentic cuisine
Italian classics and creative highlights, cooked with passion.
The chef: Giuseppe Mandaglio
As head chef, Giuseppe Mandaglio brings not only his Italian heritage to the table, but also many years of experience, craftsmanship, and a love of authentic recipes. His goal: an authentic taste experience that touches the heart and senses.
Whether it's pizza from the stone oven, homemade pasta, or fish and meat dishes: every dish is prepared with passion, care, and a large portion of Italian joie de vivre.