Milan, the city of fashion, but also the city of the living and design fairs, of the many churches, museums and other sights. No, in Milan you don’t have to get bored. Even though, after or during all this sightseeing, you also have to take a break sometime in order to recharge yourself with a delicious meal. And what is a better place to do this than in Italy! Think of the pizzas, the different kinds of pasta and tasty Italian wines… Here, we give you the best restaurants in Milan? We’ll show you today!
The best restaurants in Milan
Besides the fact that you can snuggle around in Milan and discover all the interesting and above all expensive fashion trends, it remains an Italian city, which means delicious food! Complete your city break with a visit to one of these restaurants in Milan.
Un Posto a Milano
Our first restaurant that belongs to the best restaurants in Milan is Un Posto a Milano. Un Posto a Milano means ‘a place in Milan’. A place in the middle of the living city, that feels like being in the open nature. The restaurant is located in a former farm and surrounded by grass, large vegetable gardens, and a beautiful courtyard. It is a great place for brunch on a sunny day, drink some wine or relax in the grass. On the menu, you will only find organic products and wines. From the beginning Un Posto a Milano has chosen to work together with farmers, fishermen, and breeders who work with respect for animals and the land. Every Tuesday afternoon a farmer’s market is held from 4.30 pm to 8.00 pm. Perfect restaurant to escape the hustle and bustle!
The opening hours of Un Posto a Milano are:
Monday: closed
Tuesday – Sunday: 10.00 am – 01.00 am
Fonderie Milanesi
Keep Sunday afternoon off, and wait for your breakfast, because at Fonderie Milanesi you can enjoy a delicious brunch! The warehouse, which has been transformed into a trendy hotspot, is tucked away in a normal street in the Navigli district. The restaurant has a beautiful courtyard where you would love to hang out the whole day. You only pay 20 euros for eating whatever you want from the buffet. On a large table, you’ll find different dishes such as salads, baguettes, French and Italian cheeses, frittata. You can also choose one hot dish from the menu and enjoy the dessert bar as icing on the cake. Think of brownies, apple tarts, yogurt with Nutella, hmm… We know where we want to spend our Sunday afternoon in Milan! Besides the Sunday brunch, it is also possible to dine here.
The opening times of Fonderie Milanesi are:
Monday: closed
Tuesday – Saturday: 7.00 pm – 02.00 am
Sunday: 12.30 pm – 3.30 pm / 7.00 pm – 01.00 am
U Barba
U Barba also belongs to the best restaurants in Milan, not only because of its popularity among tourists but also since the local people consider this one of the best places in Milan. It is a trendy restaurant with a vintage interior and a fun place to chat with your friends while enjoying trofie al pesto, a typical dish from Genoa. Because yes, the owners come from Genoa and they want you to taste their cuisine! You can choose between several pasta, meat or fish dishes.
The opening hours of U Barba are:
Monday: closed
Tuesday – Friday: 7.00 pm – 11.00 pm
Saturday – Sunday: 12.00 pm – 3.00 pm / 7.00 pm – 11.00 pm
You can book a table online
☎ +39 02 4548 7032
Vanilla Bakery
Are you a fan of all sorts of tasty sweets, and do you prefer to eat cake all day? Then the Vanilla bakery is your favourite place to be. This cute bakery in Milan is a small dollhouse with pink walls, small paintings, cushions and all sorts of homemade cakes and cupcakes. The owners have unconditional love and passion for American food, and they show that. They have followed years of cooking courses in the United States and want to make their customers happy with all the delicious food they have to offer. You don’t like sweets? Besides all these delicacies, they have a huge menu with also sandwiches, pancakes, salads, and much more.
The opening hours of the Vanilla Bakery are:
Monday – Friday: 08.00 am – 12.00 pm
Saturday and Sunday: 09.00 am – 12.00 pm
Fabbrica
This restaurant should not be missed out on our list of best restaurants in Milan. Fabbrica is a real Italian restaurant with the best pizzas, the tastiest wines, and the best-brewed beers. Besides their specialty pizzas, you can also choose from Italian kinds of pasta, risotto and meat dishes that will taste just as good. This trendy pizzeria is located in an old factory, hence the name ‘Fabbrica’.
The opening hours of Fabbrica are:
Monday – Sunday: 12.00 pm – 3.00 pm / 7.00 pm – 01.00 am
Trattoria Aurora
Trattoria Aurora is an Art Nouveau style restaurant that prepares traditional dishes from Piedmont. You recognize the Art Nouveau style on the visible beams, wood on the walls, antique furniture, large mirrors and columns with display cases full of bottles. In addition, the restaurant has a nice courtyard where you have a beautiful view of from the inside. They make typical Italian dishes daily; fresh bread, fresh kinds of pasta, desserts and ice creams. Think of bagna cauda (raw or blanched vegetables dipping in a garlic-anchovy sauce) or risotto al barolo e funghi porcini (risotto with barolo and porcini mushrooms). Besides this delicious food, they also serve the best wines! Suitable for any occasion.
The opening hours of Trattoria Aurora are:
Monday – Sunday: 12.00 am – 3.30 pm / 7.30 pm – 11.00 pm
Ceresio 7
Do you want to enjoy a culinary experience, or just enjoy a cocktail? Then you are at the best rooftop bar in Milan on the right address! The restaurant is owned by the owners of the clothing brand Dsquared2: Dean and Dan Caten. The spacious dining room overlooking the modern skyline of the brand new Financial District features two swimming pools and a terrace with stunning views so you can enjoy the surroundings with lush vegetation, and in the summer take a dip in one of the pools. The restaurant serves real Italian kinds of pasta but also fish and meat dishes.
The opening hours of Ceresio 7 are:
Monday – Sunday: 12.30 pm – 01.00 am
☎ +39 02 3103 9221
What do you think of our list with the best restaurants in Milan? We are sure that there is a restaurant that you would love to discover. Fortunately, Milan has plenty of other restaurants where you can taste real Italian flavors. Or do you still go for Mediterranean food, or Indonesian? It’s up to you!
