Don't let the 15+ minute walk from the Milan Cathedral deter you! This place is well worth the walk (and was good burning of some calories before indulging.) Our host recommended this restaurant, and luckily was a short walk from the Airbnb. We arrived a touch before 8 without reservations, and the host requested that we give up the table by 9:30 for another booking. On a Wednesday night (though it was just before Christmas), this place got PACKED, as it should be! The food was exactly what I dreamed authentic italian food would taste like (hint: not Olive Garden) We started off the meal with burrata--basically a mozzarella ball that is gooey in the middle. Absolutely amazing and fresh. I mean, how could it not taste amazing?! Best Menu Item? Seriously, any pasta dish. The pasta carbonara was better than my Italian soon-to-be MIL's carbonara (shhh, don't tell her). Though the portions may look small, they are very rich and satisfying. The fiancé ordered a pork ravioli type of dish, and loved it just as much. The wines are reasonably priced, too! And the servers knew some English to get around the ordering process. read more

Cantina della Vetra - Meat ravioli dish (forgot the name exactly) More pics on our IG travelers account, @helloandcheerio - Italian Near Me - Milan, Michigan

The food was decent but unremarkable. Unfortunately, gnats were flying around our table throughout the meal, and our server made things awkward by pressuring us for a tip at the end -- a real low note to end on. The atmosphere felt geared toward tourists rather than genuine diners. Hard to recommend. read more

Came by as we had just finished a group tour and this place was recommended by the local tour guide. We sat in the patio. There's lots of mosquitoes in the area, we got bit a few times during dinner. We all got the risotto but in different flavours. I got the mushroom risotto, very flavourful. Got the Campari drink as it seems to be the popular choice. They do charge a sit down free and as well as for water. This was probably one of the more expensive meals I've had while visiting Milan. Server was amazing, she was so attentive! read more

Food is delicious the tiramisu is so good. The service is great. The place is very nice.

Recomended to us by our hotel. Delicious pasta & osso buco. Would go back again if I'm in Milano. read more

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Burata appetizer excellent. Rizzoto was below average for me. Reasonable price. Outdoor Miskito problem on the patio but a nice spot. read more

Cantina della Vetra - Rizzoto - Italian Near Me - Milan, Michigan

I'm normally suspicious of restaurants recommended by hotel staff, but Mary at Hotel Canada here in the center of Milan said the 10 minute walk (through some somewhat sketchy city blocks) would be worth it... and it was. The house red wine was a delightful compliment to the terrific truffle pasta, and the tiramisu was next-level. The wait staff also spoke very good English, and it appears this place is a favorite of the locals (a good sign that good food is served here). I think we were the only tourists in the entire place. read more

Cantina della Vetra - Cantina Della Vetra Frontage - Italian Near Me - Milan, Michigan

Food Service and Atmosphere. Such a lovely recommendation from our hotel concierge. Highly recommend for great dinner menu and wonderful wine list. read more

Great place if you have a large party as you are more likely to find a large table available on a short notice. This doesn't mean the restaurant won't get rather packed especially at the later times locals eat at. Mixed hams with gnocco fritto was quite good, but I didn't care for the tartare. beef tagliata was good, but cotoletta was overly dry -if huge. Price is definitely not on the affordable side, especially if you add alcohol. Service is attentive. read more

Came here based on a friend's recommendation. This is another must visit place if you're in Milan for dinner! The food here were exceptional and so was the service. We had about 8 of us and ordered about 4 different appetizers so we can all try it out. I honestly gotta say, the more people you can get to join you the merrier because you can order everything and try everything! Squid: Cooked perfectly! Very fresh with a added touch of lemon on top was just perfect. The puree on the bottom went well with the texture of the squid. I can't recall what the puree was made out of. Cheese & tomato: Ok, the cheese is not the kinda cheese you're thinking of. This cheese was creamy, soft, gooey, freshly made, the BEST cheese you can ever ask for. I would eat the whole bowl, but I had to save stomach space for my entree. Salami & puff bread: I don't eat pork so I didn't try the salmi and meats. The fried bread was stale and had a bad fish taste to it. This is the reason they're getting 1 star off. Come on, you can't fried bread in the same pot of oil you fry fish in... or stale oil in... it's just a no no =( Salmon tartar: The salmon is TOP quality and the fish just melts in your mouth. This will be the best tartar you ever have in your life! Celery salad: Crunchy, fresh, delicious. It has a little bitter taste to it because that's just how the celery root taste like. KIf you don't like bitter taste of your salad, then this is not the dish for you. The parmesan cheese sliced on top gave a nutty kick and taste that tops and round the whole flavor of the dish up perfectly. Entree: I got the veal cheek with risotto, which was to die for. The risotto was cooked perfectly! It was extremely creamy, yet has still has a bite to it. The veal cheek melts in your mouth and the flavor of it was just divine. I can't even begin to describe the taste ot it; you just need to order it and eat it yourself to know how good it tasted =) Tip: I would recommend making a reservation ahead of time; otherwise it gets packed at night and you won't be given a seat. read more

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Some plates were really good but some others didn't amaze me. I mean not a bad dish but expected more. Great attention though

Dinner was not good. Two stars because the setting outside was nice. Food was tasteless and stingy portions and not worth the high price. I had a bad feeling here not because the staff was rude but because they simply didn't seem to care. read more

Stupendous place with a very tasty menu of unique things. We tried the Gnocchi Fritto with their fresh burrata cheese, worth another visit. Lamb dish was fantastic, and available wine selection is quite good. Prices are in the moderate range. read more

Cantina della Vetra - Italian Near Me - Milan, Michigan

AMAZEBALLS!!! One's experience in such a great establishment can only be defined as a Ferrari+Porche hybrid, the Superbowl of culinary greatness!!! First encounter was mid-august of 2010, while internet surfing for a location where to bring some clients for SAIPEM... i stroke gold (and scored major kudos points with my Project Manager) when i made a same day reservation for 12. The menu was fixed but boy was it heavenly. When ingredients are carefully chosen, skilfully assembled and amazingly served, greatness is the only outcome. Though the core of this Osteria is traditional Northern Italian cuisine, a modern twist on presentation makes it worth your while. I have, since, come back to dine on my own dime and, though it is NOT by any means inexpensive, i do believe great culinary experience should be priced accordingly. Therefore, should you decide you want to trear yourself to an AMAZING dinner, do not let THIS choice pass you by. I promise you, you won't be disappointed! read more

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DELICIOUS! This place is one of my favorites in Milan and reasonably priced. OK everything I had here is pretty freakin amazing so you can't go wrong. Some of my favorites **fried gnocco(bread) with cold cuts ** - a must have -ragu pasta (could just be on the daily special menu) -hen breast with black truffle cream and potatoes filled with cheese -Stracciatella di burrata con pomodorini a grappolo GREAT wine selection too! I must go back immediately :) read more

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I dine out in Milan quite a bit. And Cantina della Vetra is one of a handful of Trattorias that I will keep going back to. Reasons that I love Cantina della Vetra: #1. Locals love it. I've been on a Tuesday and a Friday and it's always the same: full. So make a reservation! #2. They change their menu EVERY MONTH. Like, all of it. All the dishes. Talk about seasonal. And freshness. #3. They have a great wine list. From affordable to slight luxury to decadent, they have something to offer everyone. I tried their Sagrantino di Montefalco and it was exquisite. #4. They serve up local Lombardy, Piedmontese and northern Italian fare at fair prices and with fresh ingredients. This place is not creative but its not trying to be, either. Just straight up traditional dishes DONE RIGHT. Sounds easy but it's not. #5. It's perfectly located at walking distance from Duomo and the Navigli (10-15 mins) and spitting distance from the Colonne area (full of bars and pubs). So whatta are ya waiting for? Hit this place up read more

Posto ideale per una cena speciale, romantica o di lavoro. La location è splendida, conampie finestre che si affacciano su piazza delle basiliche. I piatti sono buonissimi e di una qualità disarmante. Certo il prezzo non è basso, ma ne vale ampiamente la pena. Il servizio è impeccabile e i propietari gentilissimi. read more

We searched long and hard to find really good Italian food in Milan and we certainly hit the jackpot with Cantina della Vetra. It was perfect as well because it wasn't touristy. Between the 8 of us, we ordered most of the items on the menu. Here are my recommendations: Apps: - Stracciatella di burrata cheese - Salmon tartare First course: - Risotto with saffron pie Second course: - Lamb chops read more

The most amazing burrata you will ever have! The stracciatella is basically the creamy inside (best) part of regular burrata. Served with cherry tomatoes, and splurge for the fried dough to go with it. Make reservations and expect to have a leisurely dinner, as they definitely don't rush you. read more

Cantina della Vetra - Stracciatella di Burrata - Italian Near Me - Milan, Michigan

We stumbled upon this place by accident on a Sunday. And what a wonderful stumble to have. We were looking for a place to have lunch. We saw this place across the way, and a handsome man waved us over. One look at the menu and the large set up of salami, prosciutto, salads, breads, and spreads behind him was all we needed. We sat down for a three course brunch. The food was nonstop and never ending. You begin with the first course where you choose what you want from the table of salami, prosciutto, salads and spreads. There after, the waiter comes and literally lists a whole menu for the second course. My gf had the veal lasagna and I had the asparagus and creamy Parmesan risotto, best one I had while in Italy. If you have room, there is the third course of dessert. There is a table with a number of different choices- tiramisu, fruit, cakes, mousses. We washed the food down with a cold, sparkling bottle of prosecco. And completed the meal with espresso and one round of after dinner drinks. My gf had the lemoncello and I had an Italian brandy. The service is incredible. The brunch crowd was non stop and mostly larger groups. Even though that was the case, you would not have known it because the service was very attentive. They also do not rush you to complete your meal. The two of us ate and lounged for over 2 hours. Had a nice buzz, perfect for walking it off and going shopping. The wine selection is long and local. The owners of the place try to buy products from small, local producers for both their food and spirits. They make great suggestions to accompany your meals as well. We loved the brandy and lemoncello so much that we came back two days later just to buy a few bottles as gifts. read more

First meal in Milan, and this was a fantastic place to start. To begin with, the olive oil and balsamic vinegar that you can ask for to go with the warm bread they offer you are all the best I've had in Milan so far. We couldn't stop snacking on it (and our waiter even refilled our bread basket without our asking)! For appetizers, we chose the artichoke crema and gnocco fritto with the a salumi mix. Both were excellent. For entrees, we had the artichoke lasagna and the pancherri pasta dish (in a braised beef sauce that was excellent). For dessert, we had a hazelnut creme brulee. The tint of hazelnut was the perfect amount (enough to provide an intriguing flavor but not too strong). read more

Nice place for dinner ! You can't expect good service in Milano area but this surprised you ! The foods are so local and tasty ! I would come back to visit again read more

Nice atmosphere, service and food. A lot of good and reasonably priced wines together with some great burrata! If I were to be picky I would say that perhaps some of the pasta dishes aren't on the same level as the rest of their menu. read more

Great location. one of the best restaurant locations in milan, with a big windows looking out into piazza della vetra, near the colonne and San Lorenzo Basilica. The food is a mix of milanese and some other parts of Italy. Great burrata and fried bread... good sliced meats, the primi pastas and risottos are above average and sometimes great but pricey for what they are (13 euro each).. the fish can be really good, but smallish and the meats are hit or miss, the tagliata is often a fatty cut. Overall a good experience when you factor in the location. read more

Possibly the best meal we had in Milan. As suspected if you leave aside the touristy areas you can find many good restaurants including this one. Would highly recommend the stracciatella di burrata cheese with cherry tomatoes, it was so good and it's enough for 2 people to share. The braised veal was amazing and looks like it's one of their most popular dishes. Their milanese risotto wasn't that good tho, it can easily be skipped. Service was pretty quick with friendly staff members. This place might be worth going out of you way if in the mood for a nice dinner. If ever in Milan again would probably go back, read more

The food is so good here that we were only in Milan for 3 nights and we came here for dinner two of the nights! The atmosphere is cozy and romantic (dim), definitely not a touristy place at all (about a 10-15min walk from the Duomo). All the dishes we had both times were really good, you almost can't go wrong with anything you order here. The most AMAZING dish is actually the burrata cheese. Wow, i have never tasted cheese more fresh and decadent that it literally melts in your mouth! What's even more heavenly is to combine it with the fried bread that comes with the cold cuts platter - nothing like it elsewhere! I cannot wait to return to this gem of a restaurant on my next trip to Milano! read more

Amazing brunch on sundays. This place guves you more food thst you can eat. The first course is buffet style. The second course gives you a few options. My friend tried the risotto and I tried the veal lasagna. Both were delectable!!! Then there is a dessert bar with so many options. My favorite was the tiramisu. All in all, prefect way to spend a sunday afternoon! read more

I went to Cantina della Vetta with friends visiting Milan and we had there an amazing, long, Saturday lunch. The part we liked most were antipasti, which we shared. They were delicious. The bread, other dishes and wine were very good. The food is served in a professional manner and with attention to detail. Go there if you feel like having a real food celebration and take your time, but don't go for a quick meal. I will come back for sure! read more

We arrived close to them closing for the afternoon. Never did we feel unwelcome die rushed. The food was delicious and without fussing the waiter split our antipasti and deserts. Atmosphere, food and service are very good. read more

Great local place with incredible atmosphere. The food was fabulous and the our server, Sophia, was wonderful.