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The service here was really fast and efficient and people were really friendly. They speak English…read moreand they deal with a high influx of tourists so it's kind of in and out. They only have one bathroom in the whole restaurant so keep that in mind lol. The food itself wasn't super spectacular, we got the truffle ravioli and it was OK. The charcuterie and cheese wasn't anything special either, you can kind of go to the supermarket and just procure the same things. I think the best thing that we ate was probably the chocolate salami as it's this fudgy biscuit with whipped cream on the side. That was something I've never had before and it was unique and worth trying.

Good food, quick service, cozy atmosphere, and good English speaking... not much more I could ask…read morefor! I was craving good lasagna, and I think the lasagna here is about as good as it will get in Italy. They don't use as much meat or tomato sauce as Americans do, but this was able to hold me over until I got home. We were served very quickly and able to finish our bread, drinks, and lasagnas within 30 minutes door to door on a Friday night.... Other tables were enjoying their time, so that is totally acceptable as well. Overall a great meal.

Downstairs dining room

Devoured gnocchi bolognese

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AL Conte Ugolino

4.4(36 reviews)

2.1 km•Centro Storico

Outstanding lunch!…read more Water Bread Warm focaccia Warm Crocchette di patate Sea Bass baked, no breading, served with snow peas and yellow and red cherry tomatoes. Fabulous sauce, buttery and delicious. Perfectly cooked. Apple pie (warm) with a lemon ice cream/sorbet Outstanding service and beautiful decor. Family owned for 3 generations.

4/5/24 - We'd been walking around and liked the look and aroma coming from this place. Besides…read morevines and flowers, the outdoor dining area seemed to have mostly locals. If it had been a little warmer and less windy we'd have wanted to sit there, but we opted for indoors. It wasn't crowded when we arrived but got pretty busy soon after. We were seated immediately and loved the "old world" feel of it. The menu wasn't large but all the choices were of interest. We asked our server recommendations and he suggested a Chianti and Mamma's Ravioli. Since it seemed apparent that Mamma, or at least her family were on site, we agreed with both. They came quickly along with a lovely bread. The Chianti was a lovely house wine and paired well with the ravioli. While the ravioli portion wasn't large, they were wonderful! There was no rush to get us out even though we did not order dessert. We have no idea when we might be back to Milan. However, having been treated like good friends, we would surely want to return to this GEM of a restaurant.

In season (late autumn) wild mushrooms (porcini)!

Filet of sea bass in orange, capers, and olives butter sauce.

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Papà Francesco

4.1(145 reviews)

2.0 km•Centro Storico

We were so happy we picked this restaurant as our last dinner in Italy. The service was amazing and…read morethe food was delicious. Our kids finish their plate. Definitely coming back here next time.

Stumbled upon this gem unexpectedly on our last night in Milan. Grateful we did. This place did not…read moredisappoint. My husband and I shared an order of the mushroom risotto. At the recommendation of another guest. They also suggested, if you like spice, to try the chili pepper infused olive oil. So glad we did! The risotto was perfectly cooked, very creamy with an abundance of fresh mushrooms. We topped with a drizzle of the spicy olive oil. And man that's got a bite! So good. For dinner I had the meat lasagna and my husband had a pasta with sausage. Both were very good. Mine was a large serving, filled with delicious pasta, cheese and sauce. My husband had a smaller pasta noodle, and the sauce was different than the red sauce on my lasagna. It was delicious!! We enjoyed our meals. And we even were able to purchase a jar of the spicy olive oil! Service was very friendly and attentive. If we make it back to Milan, we will come back.

Ossobuco con risotto alla Milanese in Crosta

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Perhaps the most memorable, creative, and exciting dinner experience we've ever had, period. We…read morelost track of the number of courses presented but every single one, was beyond wonderful. We also loved sitting at the communal table, practicing our Italian and meeting other curious foodies like ourselves. The chef took time to explain, in Italian, many of the courses and his unique gastromic approach.

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Risoelatte

4.4(169 reviews)

2.4 km•Centro Storico

Heard great things online, recommend by chatGPT and booked a reservation…read more Small place, friendly service, but time limit on the table, so if the service is a bit slow, you might be mid dessert and you're being asked to leave when the next party has arrived. Not a big deal, they let you know there is a time limit, but maybe they should keep the service flowing so that doesn't happen. The interior decorator here did a great job with the time warp back to the mid 20th century. Cool vibe. Food was ok. Perhaps using old recipes from the time period is not so good for a tourist? I wasn't really impressed with the food, but I don't have a cultural link to Milanese food to begin with, so I don't think I was fully able to appreciate it. If my grandmother made this when i was a kid, perhaps it would have been better, but the meal was lost on me. There are plenty of spots to grab a good meal, I'd only recommend this place if you have a fond memory of the menu items or you really want to time travel and post to social media.

Dunno how this is considered one of the top restaurants in Milan. This was our least favorite…read morerestaurant in all of Italy. There wasn't much that was appealing on the menu and the attitude of the staff did not make things better.

Ossobuco

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4.6(13 reviews)

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We happened to walk by this restaurant at lunch time. Menu looked good, and we went in. Friendly…read moreservice, great food. I wanted to have Risotto Milanese before leaving the city; my wife had pasta with zucchini and shrimp. Be aware that the menu is limited/different during the day with only a few dinner items available besides the lunch menu.

Grabbed dinner here while in Milan. It was not busy on a Tuesday night around 7:00. It was very…read moreloud even though there were not many people. We asked the server for recommendations and she basically just read us the menu. We settled on the risotto and osso bucco, which was very good. Meat was very tender and juicy.

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Lamb chops and Bronzino! What's the what's the red wine? What was the red wine? Amarone red wine

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2.6 km•Centro Storico

This quaint little restaurant is a hidden gem. The owner is your host, waiter, bartender, and…read morecook. The service and food were great. We were there on a Tuesday evening before the normal dinner rush. We had the Tiramisu for desert. Excellent!

Best Pasta meal in Italy! What a fun and delicious dinner. Excellent service! Charming bistro in a…read moregreat location. Seafood Pasta, Lasagna and Tiramisu were ALL amazing.

In Milan, Italy, this is located right next to the Duomo di Milano.

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Da Regina 1985

3.4(66 reviews)

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So i have been back recently as again it was the holidays and most other places were closed and it…read morewas late at night. What a disappointment.... (We were seated across the street at their sister restaurant, same kitchen used last time except i was seated at Da Regina) The pizza sauce looked like tomato juice it was so runny that the crust became wet and gross... unfortunately i will not be back, my friend was also disappointed by her meal and service.

We really enjoyed this restaurant and actually went here twice during our stay in Milan. The food…read morewas really good and had large portion sizes and great drinks. The servers were very helpful in picking out our choices on the menu. The restaurant was tucked away from the crowds near the Duomo but yet so close. also, it was had AC which felt great on a 92 degree day.

Seafood pasta

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Osteria della Lanterna

4.5(32 reviews)

3.2 km•Centro Storico

Love this place! Feels like a locals tavern. Amazing gnocchi and the goulash was heavenly! The…read morefamily that runs it seems amazing even though my Italian is poor. Save space for the killer tiramisu!

Osteria della Lanterna in Milan is a charming restaurant with delicious Italian cuisine. The cozy…read moreatmosphere and friendly staff make for a wonderful dining experience. Dont miss their homemade pasta dishes! Grazie mille!

Gnocchi al pesto

Must get this tiramisu.

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Valentino Legend

4.5(19 reviews)

2.0 km•Centro Storico

We've now eaten here 4 times. Twice was nearly 3 years ago (July 2022) and it was so memorable we…read moredecided to go again on our first night back in Milan in May 2026 and then repeated here the following night. The restaurant is on a side street near the busy (with tourists from every corner of the globe) Duomo area. It is easy to find. It has a charming decor (though it is a bit darker and more romantically appointed than other area restaurants, as well as having an underground and almost bordello vibe). It is also larger than it might appear, as there are both ground floor, as well as a lower eating area seemingly for larger groups, as well as used during busier times. We have only eaten on the ground floor level. The menu offers ample variety, but is not what one would term extensive. It tends upscale, though not extremely costly (arguably average to slightly above average fine restaurant prices), but portions are on the smaller side. They have a specialty in dishes augmented and emphasizing the use of truffles, of which we have sampled several times. Over the course of our several meals we've had every pasta and risotto offered with truffle shavings. Of the appetizers we can recommend the meatballs, which are delicate and small, the bacon wrapped shrimp, and the octopus. Their desserts are also not the run of the mill and warrant tastings. All and all, we will always repeat here when in Milan. Frankly, though their Yelp average score is pretty good, we were surprised they do not have a higher Yelp average score.

WOW! I loved my experience at Valentino Legend! Easy to make a reservation, then immediately seated…read moreupon arrival. The plan feels elegant and has a calming ambiance. It is spotless elegance, superb professional, and friendly service. Huge value as prices as on point for the portion size but above all the flavor and sofistication of entrées and whole menu you get. If I lived here, I'd be here every week!

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Hugo S.

11 years ago

Empfang war ganz nett. Eingerichtet ist es sehr. simpel und dezent. Für jemand der nicht ein voll edles Restaurant sucht und trozdem sehr gut bedient werden will und gut essen will, ist dieses Rest. genau richtig. Wir hatten eigentlich nur ein restaurant in der Nähe der Hotels gesucht und sind über yelp dort hin gekommen. Bedienung sehr sypatisch und humorvoll. Sehr schnell bedient. Essen war top. Grosse portionen und geschmacklich sehr gut. Grappa wurde offeriert. Preislich mittelklasse. Für jemand der ein symples Restaurant sucht mit gutem essen, ist dieses perfekt. Werde wieder dort essen gehen. read more

Gualtiero O.

10 years ago

Mi sono recato in questo ristorante con un gruppo di amici dopo che un mio collega più volte mi aveva consigliato di andarci. Una volta entrati mi sono sentito subito in un'ambiente familiare grazie alla disponibilità e all'accoglienza dello staff ci ha permesso di sentirci a nostro agio. Avevamo il desiderio di mangiare buon pesce e così è stato, soprattutto quando accompagnato da un calice di vino bianco adatto all'occorrenza. Buoni anche i dessert read more

Arden P.

4 years ago

The pizza here is unbelievably good the pizza and a crunchy crust and very cheesy cheese. I also got the chance to try the lobster spaghetti and I was blown away how tender the lobster was and how good the sauce in the spaghetti was. I recommend this place for any travelers. The neighborhood is a little shady but the restaurant was beautifully designed and service was great. read more

Emanuele Scola S.

9 years ago

Rapporto qualità - prezzo davvero ottimo! Posto pulito, personale simpatico e disponibile. Ogni giorno offre 3-4 primi e 3-4 secondi, oltre alle usuali portate del menù standard. Comodo e veloce per chi vuole andarci in pausa pranzo a lavoro, ma comodo anche per chi viaggia, visto che non dista molto dalla stazione centrale di Milano. Insomma, un posto spesciale!!! read more

Larry J.

1 year ago

If you are in Milan, you should absolutely put Settembrini 18 on your bucket list. Excellent food and great service. Highly recommend. After visiting Settembrini 18, i needed so light up some pot. So i was also recommended the best spots to get weed in Milan in 2025 "weedtravelersguide(.)com" It was a great experience and awesome ambiance. read more

Nurece G.

11 years ago

After a long day trip, we booked a reservation for 9 people one hour before... The staff was smiling and nice.. We enjoyed the dishes we ordered.... Everybody loved their desserts.. It was a cozy, small restaurant.. We left with a smile on our faces... The prices were reasonable... I would want to come and try other dishes... read more

Josh P.

2 years ago

Settembrini 18 in Milan delivers not only exceptional cuisine but also a memorable dining experience that captures the essence of Italian hospitality. It's no surprise that it remains a favorite among locals and tourists alike. Highly recommended for anyone looking to indulge in the best Milan has to offer. read more

Madison R.

11 months ago

The food was absolutely delicious and the waitstaff was very accommodating! The restaurant is a bit of a tight squeeze, but no complaints at all, it worked out just fine! As we were leaving we saw a very large table of guests, so I am assuming the have room for any size party. read more

Ezio F.

11 years ago

Salve Ero con degli amici in zona stazione centrale Milano e abbiamo pranzato in questo ristorante in cui ero stato l anno scorso. Io ho preso il risotto e sono rimasto molto soddisfatto. Porzione abbondante e ottimo sapore. Inoltre i camerieri sono stati molto cordiali read more

Ezio F.

11 years ago

Tato N.

11 years ago

Ci sono andato per lavoro e... Wow.. la PIZZA è buonissima. Anche i colleghi hanno preso la pizza e hanno confermato che era ottima. I camerieri sono veloci e cortesi oltre ai prezzi ottimi! Lo consiglio sicuramente agli amanti della pizza! read more

Hanna K.

9 years ago

Very nice staff, delicious food and dolce. Seafood pasta as the main course and cheesecake for dessert. Nice environment, old fashioned style but still classy. Will definitely return on the next visit in Milano. read more

Marco R.

10 years ago

Ottima accoglienza e location davvero carina. Menù degustazione davvero pieno di prodotti unici, altissima qualità . Ottimo anche il rapporto qualità/prezzo. Provare per credere read more

Taylor L.

5 years ago

Such a great meal! Fast, friendly, and excellent service with delicious food! Such a great find, and all thanks to other great Yelp reviews!

Matt A.

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11 years ago

Not the home style place I was looking for, and not as good as I hoped it would be. That being said it was good, and I have no complaints.

Sergio C.

9 years ago

Ottima qualità del cibo, e servizio veramente cordiale e disponibili. Buona la pizza e le tagliate di carne! Ci tornerò sicuramente read more

Mohammad P.

11 years ago

A very nice restaurant with amazing food and lovely staff! We received a lot of complimentary food too, which was very delicious!

Mario M.

8 years ago

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Jesus M.

11 years ago

Deliciosa... De verdad quedamos muy satisfecho, muy recomendado no tengo ni una queja todo muy delicioso sobre todo el postre.

Wayne L.

11 years ago

Great restaurant!! Will come back again. The waiter is great too. He is very friendly even we come before the restaurant open.

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