Milan, Italy Dining

Located at Hotel Hermitage,Il Giorno Bistrot is a charming dining destination in Milan praised in the city's top gastronomic guides. Il Giorno Bistrotserves regional Italian cuisine and fresh seafood and fish creations in a relaxed setting. The al-fresco terrace is a peaceful spot for dining and wining in the heart of Milan. Via Messina 10,
 Tel: 02 33610333.

Located in Milan's Chinatown, Al Vecchio Porco is a Milanese restaurant where delicious Italian cuisine blends with a warm, friendly ambiance. The chef creates simple and sumptuous creations of authentic Italian dishes served in the elegantly rustic dining room or in the enchanting garden. Via Messina 8, Tel: 02 3133862.

Enjoy delicious Mediterranean cuisine in the warm atmosphere of Opera Prima in Milan. The menu features culinary creations from Italy and Spain, with many seafood, fish, meat, and pasta dishes to delight your appetite. Stop by for Sunday Brunch. Via Paolo Lomazzo 29, Tel: 02 316300.

Created by twin brothers Maurizio and Roberto Montina, this Milan restaurant is a local favorite serving exquisite modern Italian dishes such as Milan's cotoletta(breaded veal cutlet), risotto with merlot and taleggio cheese, and frittura impazzita, a wild mix of fried seafood. Fine wines and decadent deserts complement the airy and cozy dining atmosphere.Via Giulio Cesare Procaccini, 54, Tel: 02 3490498.

A popular Milan restaurant, tavern and pizzeria, Gambero Rosso is located in an old house from the early 1900s. The kitchen features meat and fish dishes such as chateaubriand, T-bone steaks, mixed grilles, shellfish, salads and giant shrimp al cognac. Enjoy excellent beers and Italian wines. The pizzeria stays open until 2 a.m.Viale Pasubio, 6, Tel: 02-6571208.

A dining treasure in Milan, this intimate restaurant boasts an original menu with delightful seafood, fish and meat dishes and great antipasti. Dine in the relaxed dining room with stylish decor art and soft lighting. Try the Coda di Rospo in a sultana and pine nut cream sauce, and served with black rice. Via Giulio Cesare Procaccini, 21,
Tel: 02 341758