Osteria del Mare L. Cantoni In Milano

25/02/2026: I realize that 5 stars might be too many, but this place, and especially the people who run it, deserve it. We wandered in by chance and discovered a true gem right in the historic heart of Milan, in the Carrobbio / Colonne di San Lorenzo area. The owners are incredibly kind and super friendly, welcoming and making you feel right at home. The place is perfect for both aperitifs and lunch/dinner, offering top-quality service in every situation. Excellent menu with a wide selection of quality products. Excellent wine list to satisfy every need. Excellent value for money. As a true Milanese, I had the pleasure of tasting their "cassoeula" and it reminded me of the one my mother used to make... SUPER!!! I discovered this place by chance, but I can say I'll become a regular. Kudos to the owners. 👍👍👍👍👍

16/02/2026: I honestly cannot understand the many negative reviews here. Our experience was excellent from start to finish. The food was outstanding, and the service was warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. The fact that many Italians dine here speaks for itself and reflects the quality of the restaurant. We started with a bottle of mineral water, which cost only €3 — a very fair price for Milan. As a complimentary starter, we were served a small cabbage salad with white bread, both fresh and very tasty. For our appetizer, we ordered an Insalata Mista, which was also fresh and well-prepared. As a main course, we had the Risotto Milanese — simply outstanding. The texture was perfect, wonderfully creamy, with beautiful flavors of butter, saffron, and Parmesan. Truly delicious. To finish, we enjoyed a very good espresso. We had a lovely table, and the service remained professional and attentive throughout our visit. We especially appreciated that the tables were carefully cleaned, disinfected, and reset after each guest — something we could clearly observe. The next time we are in Milan, we will definitely come back.