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                                                                                                                               TRADITIONAL
                                                                                                                                                                 €€. www.mierumieru.it. Via Magolfa, 14.
                                                                                                                               ITALIAN CUISINE                   Mon-Sat 7pm-midnight. Reservation for lunch.
                                                                                                                                                                 T: 02 89406320. M2 Porta Genova FS.
                                                                                                                                                                 Map E7                              Starred
                                                                                                                               Cantina Piemontese
                                                                                                                               A top-level “trattoria” with a welcoming   Torre                      flavours
                                                                                                                               atmosphere situated in a beautiful corner of   The panoramic restaurant, designed to
                                                                                                                               Milan just a short distance from the Duomo.   accommodate up to 84 diners, is arranged on   Boasting a total of 61
                                                                                                                               Originally a winery with a prestigious tradition,   three levels of the Torre, inside the Fondazione
                                                                                                                               this charming bistrot furnished in 1930s style   Prada complex. The decorative elements and   restaurants, Lombardy
                                                                                                                               offers diners a choice of classic regional cuisine   artworks covering the walls are by several of the   has reconfirmed its
                                                                                                                               from all over Italy. Certified by the Italian   world’s best-known contemporary artists, while   ranking as the Italian
                                                                                                                               association for celiac disease. Closed on Sun.    the top floor features original furnishings from    region with the highest
                                                                                                                               €€. www.cantina-piemontese.it. Via Laghetto, 2.    the Four Seasons Restaurant in New York,   number of starred
                                                                                                                               T: 02 784618. M1-M3 Duomo. Map G5  designed by Philip Johnson in 1958. The
                                                                                                                                                                 outdoor terrace echoes the porphyry flooring   restaurants, 19 of which are
                                                                                                                               Don Lisander                      and metal grids characterizing the Foundation’s   located in the city of Milan
                                                                                                                               For more than sixty years, a fashionable    exteriors, which extend over a surface area of   and its outskirts. Real temples of
                                                                                                                               restaurant situated right in the heart of Milan,    125 square metres. The seventh floor also hosts   taste where tradition, innovation
                                                                                                                               just a short distance from the Teatro alla Scala.    a Chef’s table, a private area with a view of the
                                                                                                                               An elegant atmosphere and impeccable service.   kitchens and a private terrace. The restaurant’s   and research meet thanks to the
                                                                                                                               The menu features traditional Lombardy and   gastronomic concept is based on an Italian    creative flair of famous chefs.
                                                                                                                               regional Italian cuisine. The speciality of the   menu and traditional regional cuisine,   The big news in the Michelin
                                                                                                                               house is risotto. For dessert, also try the chestnut   accompanied by a prestigious selection    Guide 2020 is the return of a
                                                                                                                               semifreddo with persimmon sauce. €€€.    of wines. €€€. www.fondazioneprada.org. Via G.
                                                                                                                               www.ristorantedonlisander.it. Via A.Manzoni, 12/A.    Lorenzini, 14. T: 02 23323910. M3 Lodi. Map G7  three-star restaurant in the
                                                                                                                               T: 02 76020130. M3 Montenapoleone. Map F4                             shadow of the Madonnina.
                                                                                                                                                                 Valentino Vintage Restaurant        By Giulia Minero
                                                                                                                               Galleria                          Situated inside a historic 17th century building
                                                                                                                               Situated halfway between the Duomo and    in the heart of Milan, just steps from the
                                                                                                                               La Scala, Galleria offers elegant inside and   Quadrilatero della Moda, this restaurant offers    Enrico Bartolini (Mudec - Museo
                                                                                                                               outside dining, the perfect place to enjoy Italian   traditional Italian cuisine in a warm, elegant   delle Culture, via Tortona, 56. Map C6)
                                                                                                                               style hospitality, from a simple espresso to the   setting. Its atmosphere, inspired by movie icon
                                                                                                                               cuisine or mouth watering. Established as a   Rodolfo Valentino, is infused with an old-world    Il Luogo di Aimo e Nadia
                                                                                                                               mid twentieth century café, today Galleria is   charm reminiscent of the Belle Epoque. Its cuisine   (via Montecuccoli, 6. Off Map)
                                                                                                                               also a stylish restaurant and pizzeria featuring a   is deeply rooted in Italy’s culinary traditions and    Seta (Mandarin Oriental Milan,
                                                                                                                               traditional wood-fired pizza oven. Open 365 days   melds typical Mediterranean dishes, created   via Monte di Pietà, 18. Map F4)
                                                                                                                               a year from 8am to 1am. Live music after 7.    thanks to the use of only the highest-quality
                                                                                                                               €€. www.ristorantegalleria.it Galleria Vittorio   ingredients, with innovative flavours, resulting    Vun (Park Hyatt, via Silvio Pellico, 3.
        4cento, like being in the country                                                                                      Emanuele II, 75. T: 02 86464912. M1-M3 Duomo.   from creative experimentation. The restaurant   Map F4)
                                                                                                                                                                 also boasts an impressive wine list. Open Mon-Fri
                                                                                                                               Map G4
                                                                                                                                                                                                        L’Alchimia (viale Premuda, 34. Map H4)
                                                                                                                               Savini                            12 noon-3pm/7pm-11pm; Sat 7pm-11pm. Closed    Berton (via Mike Bongiorno, 13.
                                                                                                                                                                 on Sun. €€. www.valentinovintage.it. Corso
                                                                                                                               Spread out over three floors in the Galleria   Monforte, 16. T: 02 76394369. M1 San Babila.   Map F2)
                                                                                                                               Vittorio Emanuele II, for the past 150 years Savini   Map G4
                                                                                                                               has been one of Milan’s most iconic, landmark                            Contraste (via Meda, 2. Map F7)
                                                                                                                               restaurants. A favourite haunt of several of the   INTERNATIONAL         Cracco (Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II.
        Housed in an ancient convent      of a former 15th century convent.    >> 4cento                                       world’s most legendary figures, it continues to    & ETHNIC CUISINE   Map F4)
        on the outskirts of the city,     The restaurant gives of its best in spring and   Via Campazzino, 14. Off Map         be the place where the local elite gather after                          Innocenti Evasioni (via privata della
                                                                                                                               a night at the opera. Credit for its enduring
                                                                             T: 02 89517771. www.4cento.com
                                          summer. Every evening, throughout the
        this charming venue boasts a      warmer months, 4cento stages a fabulous                                              reputation goes to its blend of tradition and   Denzel                Bindellina. Off Map)
                                                                                                                                                                 One of the few truly Kosher restaurants in Milan,
                                                                                                                               innovation, exemplified by the contemporary
        magnificent garden where you      aperitivo in its beautiful garden, amidst                                            cuisine of Executive Chef Giovanni Bon. Its wine   serving an international fish and meat menu of    IT Milano (via Fiori Chiari, 32. Map F3)
                                                                                                                                                                                                        Iyo (via Piero della Francesca, 74.
        can escape from the hustle and    wisteria, age-old trees and design décor.                                            cellar, boasting more than 800 labels from all    delicate contrast. Traditions of the Middle East,   Map C1)
                                                                                                                                                                 America, Asia and South America are combined
                                                                                                                               over the world, deserves a special mention.
        bustle of city life               Highlights include a rich buffet, live                                               Open Mon-Fri 12-noon to 2.30pm/7pm-10.30pm   in delectable, tasty dishes, in a welcoming    Joia (via Panfilo Castaldi, 18. Map G3)
                                          music, DJ sets and themed evenings.                                                  and Sat 7pm-10.30pm. €€€€. www.savinimilano.it.    ambience. It uses only the finest ingredients and
        BY CHIARA ZACCARELLI              Alternatively, dinner at the venue’s                                                 Via U. Foscolo, 5 (Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II).    rigorously follows the rules of Kashrut. Closed on    Lume (via Watt, 37. Off Map)
                                          restaurant, featuring a creative, seasonal                                           T: 02 72003433. M1-M3 Duomo. Map F4  Friday evening and on Sat. €€. www.denzel.it.    (Il) Ristorante Trussardi alla Scala
                                          menu, including several vegetarian and                                               Mieru Mieru                       Via G. Washington, 9. T: 02 48519326.    (piazza della Scala, 5. Map F4)
                                                                                                                                                                 M1 Wagner. Map C4
                                          vegan options, is served                                                             All the warmth of a typical Puglia welcome                               Sadler (via Ascanio Sforza, 77. Off Map)
             he plus point of this multi-functional   under a pergola.                                                         awaits you in Milan’s Navigli district. A sort of   El Porteño           Tano Passami l'Olio (via Petrarca, 4.
             locale, which lends itself to romantic   The location is a great place to relax, have                             ‘protected culinary area’ where, thanks to the   Possibly the best Argentinean restaurant in Milan,   Map D4)
        T  dinner, hip aperitivi, summer evenings  fun and spend quality time with friends                                     hospitality offered by it owners (restaurateurs for   El Porteño is renowned for its succulent meat and    Tokuyoshi (via San Calocero, 3.
        with live music, brunches or family events,   or family. On Sundays, guests can enjoy                                  generations), diners will feel completely at home.   churrasco cuts. Exquisite dishes offered by chefs   Map E5)
                                                                                                                                                                 focusing primarily on tradition and high-quality
        is its location. Although it’s located just a   a delicious buffet-style family brunch,                                It offers a menu infused with the ‘aromas of the   ingredients, house specialities inc asado criollo,
                                                                                                                               sea and the land’, sourcing what they have to
                                                                                                                                                                                                        Viva Viviana Varese (Eataly Milano
        few minutes from the centre of Milan, in via   featuring simpler dishes than those listed                              offer on a daily basis. An ideal location for those   grilled beef, pork and veal, empanadas and pollo   Smeraldo, piazza XXV Aprile, 10. Map F2)
        Campazzino, on the south-east outskirts of   on the à la carte menu with, however, a wide                              who love fresh flavours in a warm, welcoming   en escabeche. Also offers a fabulous selection
        the city, you’ll feel as if you’re in the country,   choice of Italian and international desserts.                     atmosphere. Those wishing to enjoy the ‘scent   of important wines including Argentinean    D’O (piazza della Chiesa, 14 –
        and more specifically in a convent dating   Children can run around freely in the                                      of the sea’ and a taste of Puglia before dinner   specialities such as Malbec and Torrontes.   Cornaredo. Off Map)
                                                                                                                                                                 Open for dinner. €€€. www.elporteno.it. Viale
                                                                                                                               can do so while sampling a glass of good wine
        back to the 1400s. This is not a dream,   garden or participate in workshop                                            accompanied by a tantalizing assortment of   G. Galeazzo, 25. T: 02 58437593. Map F6 • viale
        because 4cento is housed in the guest house   activities led by qualified educators.                                   seafood snacks. Special gluten free menu. Open   Elvezia, 4. T: 02 34537275. Map E3  More on www.wheremilan.com/guide
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