La Locanda di Fabio e Vale

The story

La Locanda di Fabio e Vale – Modern Cuisine in Crema, Italy | Michelin Recommended

A story born from adversity

La Locanda di Fabio e Vale opened in February 2020 — a time that would test any new restaurant. The idea took shape in August 2019, after what Fabio and Valentina describe as a “succession of events” that radically changed their way of thinking. That change of mentality gave them the courage to push through the difficult start and build a place that today attracts loyal guests from Offanengo and beyond.

At the helm are Fabio, chef and host, who has always been passionate about cooking and hospitality, and Valentina, chef de cuisine, who transformed her love of home cooking into a professional calling. Together they run a dining room that feels like an extension of their home — harmonious, warm, and grounded in the principle that “guests must have only the best, from the kitchen to the welcome.”

Modern Cuisine with soul

The kitchen's approach is rooted in study, research, and genuine passion. The restaurant's modern cuisine is expressed through a tasting menu and à la carte options, all of which accommodate vegetarian, lactose-free, and gluten-free diets without compromising on creativity. A business lunch menu offers a single dish for €18, two for €25, or three for €35 — inclusive of cover charge, bread, water, and coffee.

Seasonal themed events add variety: a recent street food menu featured items like a fried pizzetta with ricotta, buffalo mozzarella and lemon, an arancina with saffron rice and pigeon ragù, and pulled pork lechón with polenta nachos. These playful menus, at €50 per person (wines excluded), showcase the kitchen's versatility.

A place to feel at home

The locanda is wheelchair accessible, with outdoor seating, air conditioning, and a relaxed dress code that ranges from casual to business attire. Families and pets are welcome. The dining room is airy and unpretentious, with an atmosphere that encourages lingering over a glass from the well-currated wine list.

This dedication to both craft and comfort has not gone unnoticed. La Locanda di Fabio e Vale earned a Michelin Recommended distinction in 2026 — a recognition that reflects the sincerity and skill Fabio and Valentina pour into every meal. For anyone exploring the Crema area, it is a stop that rewards with honest, creative cooking and genuine hospitality.