I have visited Cantinetta, located at the beginning of Via Ripamonti, several times and I find it an excellent option for meat lovers. The location is very convenient and the place has a typical meat-lovers atmosphere.
Every visit is a culinary pleasure, especially for the Florentine steak, served in generous portions of 1.2/1.4 kg, always to perfection. The appetizers, such as tartare and carpaccio, are also of high quality. The Florentine steak is also very competitively priced. The first courses are good, although not exceptional, but the meat is definitely the star of the menu.
I am not giving five stars mainly because of the service, which needs some improvement. The waiters are efficient but can sometimes seem a bit unaccommodating. For example, I personally prefer my meat rare and here it is cooked beautifully to that preference. However, I have noticed that the waiters tend to insist on how the meat should be cooked, often refusing to accept requests for more advanced cooking from customers. I firmly believe that a customer's desire to have the meat cooked the most should be respected, maintaining a flexible and customer-oriented approach.
Another point to review is the wait for the bill, which often exceeds 15 minutes, and the line at the cash register, always crowded and positioned in a spot that congests the place.
Despite these aspects, the food has always been impeccable, fully deserving four stars.
Alessio Hu
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26 Febbraio 2025
8,0
Historic place (also in the furnishings). Delicious meat, expertly cooked.
Courteous staff.
Renato Marchesani
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21 Febbraio 2025
10,0
Absolutely amazing food, service and atmosphere. Very welcoming and authentic Italian food.
Bridget Gibson
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15 Febbraio 2025
10,0
Typical Milanese trattoria... I have been a customer for 25 years.
The only disturbing element is an employee with a red beard who speaks very loudly every time he goes out into the room.
The lady owner however is always very kind and nice...a real pleasure to meet her at every visit.
Manuel Barboni
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14 Febbraio 2025
8,0
Historic place to eat a high quality Tuscan steak. Excellent service and environment that have been around for about 40 years and this contributes to its charm
mario faini
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09 Febbraio 2025
10,0
Typical Italian dishes, delicious and traditional: I recommend!
Laurane
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08 Febbraio 2025
10,0
My favorite place in Milan since 2002!
Clio Zanon
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05 Febbraio 2025
10,0
Trattoria La Cantinetta is a true family-run gem, where you can breathe in an authentic and welcoming atmosphere. The staff is extremely nice and friendly, always ready to make every guest feel at home. Their specialty? Definitely the meat! In particular the tagliatelle, an unmissable specialty that alone is worth the visit! The cuisine is simple but of great quality, faithful to tradition and full of genuine flavours. The environment is characteristic, perfect for those looking for a dinner or lunch in the spirit of conviviality. Be careful though: as it is very popular, it is almost always full and finding parking can be a bit complicated. Booking is absolutely essential.
Paolo Debosio
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23 Gennaio 2025
8,0
Tradizione e locale tradizionale milanese sono i suoi punti forza.
Mangiato benissimo e i carciofi crudi con il parmigiano una delizia. La qualità e il prezzo sono ottimi e venire qui in compagnia è l'ideale. Cotoletta cotta bene e il dolce da leccarsi i baffi. Le foto del resto dei piatti parlano da sole
Daniela ✨
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27 Novembre 2024
10,0
Locale storico, molto frequentato anche in settimana e molto chiassoso (come pure il personale). Nel menu c’è tutto, loro fanno tutto sempre (???!!!???). La tagliata è buona ma più che tagliata la chiamerei carpaccio. Funghi porcini non pervenuti. Mondeghili indigesti e arrivati a fine pasto. Servizio un po’ approssimativo anche se simpatico. Prezzi medio alti. Non ci tornerei volentieri. 90€ in due
Ilario C
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17 Ottobre 2024
6,0