Al Garghet In Milano

I was there at the end of November, and the Christmas atmosphere was already in full swing with beautiful and elegant decorations and lights. The staff were knowledgeable and extremely friendly, and the traditional Milanese dishes were expertly prepared. Be careful with the small parking lot, which is well-managed, and arrive a few minutes early for peace of mind. I'll definitely be back.

I visited Al Garghet restaurant on Valentine's Day, when the restaurant predictably reaches its peak. The high number of guests highlighted a structural limitation: the parking area, which is rather limited given the restaurant's popularity and capacity. Gastronomically, the offerings weren't entirely convincing considering the price. The traditional Milanese dishes, while respectful of classic recipes, were executed without any particular personality or flair. The famous "cotoletta del Garghet," considered the house's flagship, proved to be a good dish, but not one that justifies the high price. The location, however, is undoubtedly the highlight of the experience: the refined and evocative atmosphere contributes to a pleasant stay, distinguishing Al Garghet with its charm.

A fairytale location, especially at Christmas. They were so kind to prepare the meatless casseoula for me (I didn't eat it). And it was all very good.

A very famous restaurant in Milan, with extremely long reservation times, sometimes 3-4 months, but the quality of the food makes up for it. Some dishes are reinterpretations of original dishes, and, in my opinion, are not at all successful. The zucchini flowers were absolutely awful. The cutlet, however, was almost perfect. The risotto, the final disappointment, was not served piping hot, lacking a hint of ossobuco, and unfortunately, a little crunchy... it should have been cooked at least another 2-3 minutes. It's a shame because the service is perfect, and the place is worth a visit.

Truly beautiful place, completely Christmas-themed: fantastic atmosphere. We went there with friends visiting from Sicily because we wanted them to try something traditionally Milanese, and I'd say it was a great choice. The place is well-kept and welcoming. The waiter—I think his name was Cristian—was extremely kind, knowledgeable about wine, and super friendly: he joked with my boyfriend and our friends, making the evening even more enjoyable. We ordered the tartare, the stuffed zucchini flowers (good, although I prefer the battered version I'm used to), an excellent risotto, and the tagliatelle with mushrooms as a first course to share. Then there were the two cutlets: the one on the bone and the classic "elephant ear." The one on the bone was truly exceptional. Generous portions and everything was delicious. The desserts were a little less convincing: I wasn't thrilled with the tart, while the milk and rice was very good, but in my opinion the portion was too large... after a while, it became cloying. Maybe it would be perfect with some cookies or something you can break. Overall, a wonderful experience: atmosphere, food, service… everything was top-notch. I'd love to go back!

Stunning atmosphere, especially around Christmas, with great attention to detail. Attentive customer service. Superb food. Perfect restaurant for a special evening.

Top notch from start to end impecable service, mascarpone cream to doe for. Christmas atmospheric was magical.

An excellent Milanese osteria, serving traditional dishes and a super-welcoming atmosphere, perfect for romantic settings. The menu offers a wide variety of options, including risotto, cutlet, and elephant ear—all superb! The staff are friendly and professional. Prices are moderately high, but definitely worth the experience. Reservations are recommended. Parking is available nearby.

Posto bellissimo e cucina eccezionale. Dover prendere una navetta per parcheggiare mi ha sembrato scomodo e non proprio di un ristorante di questa categoria.

Un ritorno dopo 20 anni, ma la storia di questa cascina di lusso è ben più duratura. Milano conosce il Garghet come il luogo della cotoletta, ma il livello è ben più alto. Un rifugio incantevole, dove i numerosissimi coperti si perdono tra gli spazi interni e il giardino, in un horror vacui immerso tra i rami della campagna dell’hinterland. Il fritto di verdure è gustoso, così come i tradizionali mondeghili. La rivisitazione lombarda della parmigiana ha uno stile più che convincente. Servizio veloce nonostante il sovraffollamento, unica nota dolente il parcheggio, spesso in overbooking. Prezzi un tempo alti, oggi rimasti calmierati. C’è qualcuno che ancora sa non montarsi la testa.