Editor Pick
Trattoria Milanese
- December 9, 2025
- Rated 4 of 5 by
StudioZola from Dallas, Texas
This trattoria is written up in many guides because it is one of the few remaining original trattoria in the city's historic center. It is located in the banking district and is definately a favorite among the local businessmen. The owner, who greeted everone upon entry, was good-natured and was obviously well acquainted with many of the diners.
This definitely does not feel like a tourist restaurant. The food was good and fresh and typical Milanese. The Risotto alla Milanese o al Salto 15,000L (Italian rice with a safffron cheese sauce) is an extremely popular primi. Just after being seated many Milanese order this along with their wine, prior to even looking at the menu.
My sister ordered the Ravoli di casalinghi di Carne (Meat Ravioli of the House-wife) 15,000L and raved about it. I was not feeling well so I ordered a basic spaghetti with pesto sauce 15,000L which was good and just what I expected. The house red wine was slightly sweet, slightly chilled and slightly bubbly which is typical of many restaurants here. I would recommended this at an inexpensive 4,000L for a 1/4 litre. Use a map to try find this place, because even though it's centrally located it's on a slightly offbeat street.
From journal Milan - Food, Accomodations & General Information