The slogan on the awning at Bar della Crocetta is 'dove il panino è arte' (where the sandwich is art). The menu lists over 100 panini, but you're welcome to peruse the list of...
Corso di Porta Romana 67A short walk from the Darsena, this art deco-ish pizzeria serves up large, thin-crusted pizzas and a devilishly good assortment of primi. Be Bop uses no genetically modified...
Viale Col di Lana 4The Triennale's old café has been given a total overhaul by architect Michele De Lucchi, to become the latest feather in chef Cracco's cap. Cracco Coffee Design was launched...
TriennaleWith its classic white and turquoise walls and a large counter for serving, this pizzeria makes a great pit-stop for people on the go. For pudding, try the home-made yoghurt...
Ripa di Porta Ticinese 13The all-vegetarian Govinda is run by Milan's Hare Krishnas, and dining here is a communal affair. You'll be seated at one of the large tables, and the only choice you'll make...
Via Valpetrosa 5Organic ingredients are used in Il Fontanino's pizzas, savoury tarts and delicious desserts, all made daily on the tiny premises. Try the signature tomato and leek pizza, or...
Via Torchio 8An open-all-hours, family affair: daughter dishing out the prawn crackers, mum taking orders, and dad in the kitchen. Said family is from Shanghai, and the food is crisp,...
Via Rovello 3La Latteria has been serving clean, creative takes on northern Italian classics since 1988: the dishes are listed on a hand-typed menu that's pinned to front door. Maccheroni...
Via San Marco 24The city's finest Neapolitan pizza, made with a slightly thicker crust than northern Italian pizza. Try the pizza all'ischitana, heaped with provolone cheese, fresh tomatoes,...
Viale Umbria 60The portions of meat at this homely trattoria are medieval, in size and preparation. A skewer of whole sausages, chunks of pork and beef is matched with entire aubergines in...
Bastioni Porta Nuova 9Advertised outside as a tipica osteria pugliese (typial Pugliese restaurant), Mario dishes up a southern Italian feast that will leave you reeling. Rows of candlelit dark...
Via Tadino 5And if you fancy an alternative to panini, nip behind the Rinascente department store by the Duomo to Panzerotti Luini. A Milan institution since 1940, Luini is famed for its...
Via S Radegonda 16You'll probably spot the lunchtime queue before you reach Meucci's minuscule entrance. With just six tables, you're encouraged to order while you wait. Unlike anywhere else in...
Via Meravigli 18Diners stream through the door at the start of the Naviglio Grande from the moment this joint opens. Pizzas are cooked in the wood-fired oven, and the menu has a satisfying...
Via Alzaia Naviglio Grande 2A thriving Indian restaurant just north of Parco Sempione. The regular menu is straightforward (rogan josh and tikka masala), but the vegetarian selection is far more...
Via Cirillo 16