Radici

The story

Radici Restaurant – Italian-rooted dining in Penthaz near Lausanne

A story of roots and friendship

The name says it all. Radici — Italian for "roots" — is the guiding philosophy behind this restaurant in Penthaz, a short drive from Lausanne. The project was born from a deep friendship and a shared love of Italian cooking, and that origin story is still palpable in the dining room today. As chef Seb. Sonnazzi puts it: "Our Italian roots are a constant reminder of the importance of love, family and tradition. We put our hearts into everything we do."

The kitchen's approach

Rather than replicating a single Italian region, Radici draws on the flavours of multiple Italian terroirs and weaves them together with a personal touch. The result is cooking that feels both rooted and alive — familiar enough to comfort, considered enough to surprise. Gambero Rosso, the authoritative Italian food guide, recognised the restaurant with a Fork in its 2026 edition, a mark of genuine quality that carries particular weight for an Italian cuisine address outside Italy.

Lunch and dinner, simply structured

The daily lunch menu offers a clear, affordable formula: starter, main and dessert, each priced individually, with a combined vegetarian option available too. The structure is unpretentious — the kind of midday offer that rewards regulars and welcomes newcomers equally. Evenings extend the experience further, with the kitchen taking last orders at 22:00.

The setting

The restaurant sits along the Chemin de la Treille in Penthaz, with outdoor seating and free on-site parking — practical details that make it an easy choice for a relaxed meal away from the city centre. The atmosphere, by all accounts, is one where guests are made to feel at home, which has always been the point.