MILAN
Pasticceria Sissi @pasticceriasissi
A Milanese institution for buttery brioches, out-of-this-world toast, and a trip back in time.
Loste @lostecafemilano
Nordic-inspired, dreamy cinnamon rolls, long lines on Sunday mornings, and deeply moving savory pastries.
La Teiera Eclettica @la_teiera_eclettica
Everything you think you know about tea is probably wrong, but here, you can learn a lot—actually, everything.
Macelleria Popolare
It looks like a simple market stall at Porta Ticinese, but it’s the sacred temple of truly good meat and Italian street food culture. You could spend hours listening to Giuseppe Zen and being fed by Paola.
Manna @mannamilano
Matteo Fronduti’s cuisine is sometimes sharp, often intense, and never compromises. I always love it.
Motelombroso @motelombroso
One of Milan’s most stunning locations. Housed in an old railway house, it’s a hub for art, music, connections, and the ever-intriguing cuisine of Nicola Bonora.
Al Vecchio Porco @alvecchioporco
Located in the heart of Milan’s Chinatown, the restaurant “Al Vecchio Porco” is a historic meeting point where good food is combined with a pleasant and sophisticated atmosphere. The chef of this unique Milanese eatery captures what is good in Italian culinary traditions and proposes it in the simple and genuine manner of the past.
Trattoria del Nuovo Macello @trattoriadelnuovomacello
Where to eat the best Milanese cotoletta? Where to savor traditional dishes? Where to never get bored? The answer is always the same.
Antica Trattoria della Pesa @antica_trattoria_della_pesa
The restaurant “Antica Trattoria della Pesa” is an expression of the great gastronomic tradition of Lombardy, particularly Milan, in its entirety. One could speak only of the food and the dishes, but it is difficult to disregard the atmosphere that the furnishings and the relative care and attention give to the restaurant.
Osteria alla Concorrenza @osteria_alla_concorrenza
Enrico Maria is an old-school host who serves carefully selected food and wines. Proof that all you need to feel good is a piece of bread, a glass of wine, and some salami—if chosen wisely.
Silvano @silvano_viniecibi
Wines, small plates, big plates, a relaxed atmosphere, and a buzzing neighborhood. One guiding principle: taste.
Sidewalk Kitchens @sidewalk_kitchens
Street-facing windows serving street food of all kinds. The projects change, but the vibe and quality remain. Great food, great drinks, and great fun.
Mercato Centrale @ilmercatocentralemilano
Train delays? Time flies here with wines from Motelombroso, Davide Longoni’s pizza, Ravioleria Sarpi’s dumplings, and so much more.
Li-Sei-Deli @liseideli
Simple and delicious homemade Vietnamese cuisine. In summer, their cold noodles are pure refreshment.
Step inside, and everything else fades away. A pastel-colored bistro with a touch of French charm, intense flavors, and the joy of sharing.
Confine @confine_milano
Francesco Capace and Mario Ventura’s project took less than a year to become Milan’s most exciting “restaurant/pizzeria”—a term that hardly does it justice. Try it to understand why.
Gong @gongmilano
The pinnacle of Chinese fine dining in Milan. A menu that blends classic Chinese dishes with Italian ingredients. The duck service is unmissable.
Bentoteca @bentotecamilano
Yoji Tokuyoshi has created Milan’s ultimate Japanese hotspot. A menu that changes frequently, nods to Japan and Mediterranean influences, and delights countless palates daily. The counter experience is highly recommended.
Trippa @trippamilano
The name says it all. No introductions needed, but reservations are a must. An essential Milan stop, like Piazza Duomo.
Rita & Rita’s Tiki Room @ritacocktails @ritastikiroom
Milan’s mixology sanctuary: Rita, open for 20 years now. Right across the street, its wilder, more exotic, and undoubtedly fun little brother, Rita’s Tiki Room.
BEYOND MILAN
Antica Trattoria del Gallo (Gaggiano, Milan) @anticatrattoriadelgallo
There aren’t many trattorias like Gallo left. An extensive wine list and timeless dishes with a deeply modern soul.
Osteria Sant’Ambrogio (San Colombano al Lambro, Milan) @osteriasantambrogio
A family-run osteria like those of the past, opened 36 years ago. Dad Donato on the grill, mom Ivana in the kitchen, and their two daughters running the dining room and helping in the kitchen. When you step inside, you can’t imagine just how well you’re about to eat—and that’s the best kind of surprise.
Quac – Cascine Orsine (Bereguardo, Pavia) @quac_zelata
Since Will and Linda took over the restaurant inside the Cascina Orsine farm, QUAC has become the go-to spot for good food, surrounded by nature, just outside Milan.
Osteria Numero Due (Stradella, Pavia)
A farmhouse just outside the city where tradition is sometimes honored, sometimes reinvented, but always with satisfying results.
Cascina Lago Scuro (Stagno Lombardo, Cremona) @cascinalagoscuro
An incredible project in a stunning farmhouse. Their cheese, cured meats, and baked goods are top-tier. They only open for events, so follow them closely to visit.
Caffè La Crepa (Isola Dovarese, Cremona) @caffelacrepa
A rare and unique place that should serve as a model for many of today’s “modern trattorias.” Set in a 19th-century café, it’s simply one-of-a-kind.
Da Bassano (Crema)
The kind of trattoria we all wish we had around the corner. You walk in with no expectations and leave already planning your return. Honest, homemade cooking, just like grandma’s—or at least the grandma we all think we had.
Acquerello (Fagnano Olona, Varese) @ristorante.acquerello
Silvio Salmoiraghi and Choi Cheolhyeok’s cuisine is unparalleled in Italy or anywhere else. A fabulous, complex, and deeply rewarding experience.
Materia (Cernobbio, Como) @ristorantemateria
Davide Caranchini’s “new” cuisine plays with vegetables, herbs, bitterness, and acidity. An experience so profound it might just change your perspective on fine dining in Italy.
Il Portico di Paolo Lopriore (Appiano Gentile, Como) @paolo_lopriore
What happens when great chefs turn to home-style cooking? You touch heaven with a finger. That’s what Paolo Lopriore does here.
Trattoria La Madia (Brione, Brescia) @trattorialamadia_
A wonderful restaurant, a research lab, and a journey through cultures, territories, and flavors.
Al Gigianca (Bergamo) @algigianca
A trattoria that showcases Bergamo’s culinary heritage, from traditional recipes to nearly forgotten dishes.
Dina (Gussago, Brescia) @dina_ristorante
More than just the magical home of Alberto Gipponi, Dina is a place for self-discovery. A passionate exploration of ingredients, herbs, and the art of making guests feel at ease.
El Licinsì (Brescia) @kilometri_zero_e_il_licinsi
A family-run spot where everything—from cheese to meat to lake fish—is sourced locally and transformed into simple, genuine dishes.
Trippi (Sondrio) @ristorantetrippi
One of those trattorias you need to visit to truly understand regional cuisine and appreciate every single ingredient. Their philosophy is pure Slow Food: good, clean, and fair—for real.
L’Ambasciata (Quistello, Mantova) @ristoranteambasciata
Mirrors, carpets, silverware… L’Ambasciata is a uniquely elegant restaurant where Italian bourgeois cuisine reaches its highest form. Their fresh pasta and meats are simply extraordinary.
14th of March 2025
