Balafon In Milano

The dishes are few, but all excellent. The hostess, who appears brusque, is actually a lovely and very friendly person. Her son, the restaurant's chef, is not only excellent, but also a delightful person. Go try it—it's worth it!

We went to Balafon and can't help but leave a rave review! We ate divinely: every dish and drink was rich in authentic flavors and meticulously prepared. The place is beautiful, decorated in a truly traditional and welcoming style—a true journey to Africa without leaving the city. A huge thank you to the owner, who was incredibly kind and gracious: she made us feel at home and was able to convey her passion for her cuisine and Malian culture. And the dessert? Simply amazing! A perfect end to an unforgettable dinner. We'll definitely be back! Highly recommended for anyone looking for an authentic, tasty, and warm experience. 🌍🍽️✨

The food is delicious and carefully prepared, and the atmosphere is extremely pleasant. The owner is very kind. Also great for vegetarians.

Last night we had the pleasure of dining at a little corner of Africa in Milan, a restaurant that feels like home, offering authentic flavors and a very welcoming atmosphere. To start, we shared three appetizers: fried plantains, simply delicious, akra, and samosa. All three were exceptional! The menu offers you the option to build your own dish by choosing between rice or couscous, a flavorful sauce, and a protein or vegetable. I opted for steamed rice accompanied by Sospikandia, a delicious okra and vegetable sauce, and shrimp with bisque and tarragon. The curry and mafe I tried were equally rich and enveloping. Finally, the dessert with notes of coconut, ginger, and mango was the perfect ending! This restaurant is an experience I highly recommend to anyone seeking authentic flavors and an authentic atmosphere. Thank you for a wonderful evening, we will definitely be back!

Beautiful African cuisine place, excellent food with original flavors and balanced combinations, impeccable service, very friendly owner. Top

Proprietaria molto simpatica e disponibile, cibo ottimo e servito in breve tempo. Luogo carino e atmosfera rilassante.

This is my first time there, and I'm already looking forward to returning. The cuisine may seem simple, but it hides so much passion and skill in its use of ingredients. The owner will always be in my heart and will be happy to advise you. My new favorite place in Milan.

I returned after more than 10 years and everything is still as well-kept as it once was. It is always a very pleasant dining experience at Balafon. A culinary journey through the countries of Africa, where every ingredient is of quality and the mise en place is taken care of in detail. The cocktails and desserts are also excellent, the latter are not African but Italian patisserie, with or without lactose. It is a very clean place, the owner is a lady who knows her job well. She advises you, pampers you, assists you with care and discretion.

Everything was delicious, a really great experience.

Esperienza da ripetere. Antipasto e piatto unico ma soprattutto la sorpresa è più gradita è stato il dolce veramente buono