Coolest Restaurants in Milan (2023 Edition)
Milan is hands down one of the best food destinations in the world and you can easily get overwhelmed with the big choice of restaurants.
We decided to make a list of the coolest restaurants in the city, which means places where you won’t only eat well but where you’ll also have a fun time and enjoy the decor - special restaurants that will give you an all around good experience.
Langosteria
You can’t go to Milan without going to Langosteria, or at least that’s how I feel about my favourite restaurant in the city. Langosteria has some of the best fish dishes I have ever had and the atmosphere is absolutely amazing - cozy, tasteful and perfect.
Favourite Thing Here: King Crab alla Catalana
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Via Savona, 10, 20144 Milano MI, Italy
Penelope a Casa
Penelope a Casa is one of the most magical restaurants in Milan. The decor is fun, the food is great and you are bound to have a good time. The location is great for date night or big dinners with friends.
Favourite Thing Here: Sweet Ravioli with Gorgonzola Cheese, Spaghettone Cacio e Pepe
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Via Giuseppe Ripamonti, 3, 20122 Milano MI, Italy
Zero Milano
Looking for the best Sushi in town? Then head to Zero Milano where you’ll find innovative Japanese cuisine at its best. Book a spot at the bar and see how the chef makes your delicious food right in front of you.
Favourite Thing Here: The Hosomaki the Cirashi and all the cooked fish
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Corso Magenta, 87, 20123 Milano MI, Italy
Potafiori
I can’t think of anything better than great food and beautiful flowers in the same place - Potafiori is exactly this, both a restaurant and a plant shop you’ll find a wonderful atmosphere and you’ll feel at home right away. The cocktails are also to die for.
Favourite Thing Here: Vitello Tonnato, Ravioli del Plin or the Artichoke Salad
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Via Salasco, 17, 20136 Milano MI, Italy
Contraste
At Contraste you won’t find food, you’ll find art. Contraste has one star Michelin and Chef Matias Perdomo will take you through an amazing journey - there is no menu, the food will find you. Obviously getting a table here is a bit harder so make sure you book way in advance.
Favourite Thing Here: Everything
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Via Giuseppe Meda, 2, 20136 Milano MI, Italy
Dabass
A fun place with good food - the “Menu Degustazione” is delicious and costs EUR 30 and you can’t leave without having had a cocktail. Perfect place to have a nice dinner with friends.
Favourite Thing Here: The Menu Degustazione has it all
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Via Piacenza, 13, 20135 Milano MI, Italy
Ceresio 7
The place to go if you want a nice rooftop when the weather is nice. Ceresio 7 is the perfect dinner spot but you can also just go for drinks. A great location for dinner with friends and a chilled atmosphere.
Favourite Thing Here: ‘Diavola’ Octopus
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Via Ceresio, 7, 20154 Milano MI, Italy
Sakeya
At Sakeya you will find over 150 different types of Sake which is absolutely incredible. Here the food is made to match the sake and everything is delicious. A great place for date night or a night out with friends.
Favourite Thing Here: Wagyu Tataki, Kushiyaki, Yaki Tako (The Chef Specialty)
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Via Cesare da Sesto, 1, 20123 Milano MI, Italy
Clotilda Brera
Clotilde is one of the most romantic restaurants in town. One of the best places to go in the summer when the terrace is open and the lights are flickering. The food is traditional but modern and you can try some of the most famous Milanese dishes.
Favourite Thing Here: Risotto alla Milanese, Cotoletta
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Piazza S. Marco, 6, 20121 Milano MI, Italy
Al Fresco
Al Fresco is one of the cutest restaurants in town, the terrace is beautiful and its the perfect escape from the city especially when the weather starts to get warm. Come either for lunch or dinner and enjoy the beautiful atmosphere and the yummy food.
Favourite Thing Here: Ceviche, Tonnarelli con Cacio & Pepe, Risotto with Artichokes
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Piazza S. Marco, 6, 20121 Milano MI, Italy