There are so many good places to eat in Milan today, that we had to do a Part II of our OG list. The restaurant scene is so good, that you may just make Milan your fly-through city in Europe to get through this list. This is where to eat in Milan now, next week, and next year.
Da Giacomo
Da Giacomo is inspired by the trattorias found in Milan during the 1900s. This is evident by the elegant decor inside the restaurant, which transports you back to the golden age of Milanese cuisine. The restaurant revolves around its fresh seafood, but the menu also includes delicious meats and plenty of house-made pasta. Da Giacomo’s wine list is extensive and will impress even the most experienced wine connoisseurs.
Address: Via Pasquale Sottocorno angolo, Via Benvenuto Cellini, 20129 Milano MI, Italy
The Bar at Ralph Lauren
The Bar at Ralph Lauren is the place to get American food in Milan. The restaurant serves “traditional American cuisine” in an elevated setting. Menu items include classics like crab cakes, hamburgers and even pigs in a blanket. The atmosphere is welcoming and the interior is a wonderful display of Lauren’s attention to detail.
Address: Via della Spiga, 5, 20121 Milano MI, Italy
Langosteria
You’ll never run out of things to look at inside Langosteria. The dining room is expertly decorated, helping to create the exciting atmosphere in the restaurant. You’ll have the opportunity to choose from the á la carte menu or to opt for the seven-course tasting menu. The restaurant also includes an oyster bar and your choice of exclusive caviar. For special events or romantic dates, the restaurant even offers private dining.
Address: Via Savona, 10, 20144 Milano MI, Italy
Paper Moon Giardino
Paper Moon Giardino is located in the heart of Milan. It is loved and frequented by Milanese locals. The interior of the restaurant is light and modern, creating a relaxing environment while letting the food take center stage. The menu consists mainly of classic seafood and pasta dishes, giving you an authentic Milanese experience.
Address: Via Bagutta, 12, 20121 Milano MI, Italy
Il Salumaio di Montenapoleone
Il Salumaio di Montenapoleone is a masterpiece, inside and out. The building itself is breathtaking, complete with eye-catching statuettes and pristine courtyards. The restaurant serves traditional Italian and Mediterranean cuisine that is familiar but impressive. Menu items include ricotta tortellini with butter and sage, Milanese veal cutlets, and Mediterranean swordfish.
Address: Via Santo Spirito, 10, 20121 Milano MI, Italy
Cracco
Cracco is a gourmet restaurant and bistro. Chef Luca Sacchi, with assistance from Carlo Cracco himself, serves innovative dishes that restaurant-goers may not expect to find. Menu items like marinated egg yolk with asparagus and black truffle appear on the menu alongside more traditional items like spaghettoni with fresh pesto. Cracco’s wine cellar includes several of the finest French wines available.
Address: Corso Vittorio Emanuele II, 20121 Milano MI, Italy
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