Traditional Milanese Dishes

As you can imagine, Milanese food makes for the perfect winter food. I mean, we experience the cold for about 8 months of the year anyway, so of course we have to make up for it somehow.

We are certain you have heard of the classic Risotto alla Milanese or even the sweet sweet Christmassy panettone. (really, we await the wonderful panettone all year to then say goodbye for another 12 months) 

Anyhow, you can rest assured that there are plenty of Milanese dishes you can enjoy where both comfort and warmth are guaranteed.

As usual, we have made a list with our favourite top 5, but this time we will also link you to the best Italian restaurants to find them! (Click on the dish’s name to find out more!)

quick Warning: these dishes are not vegetarian friendly!

#1. Cotoletta alla milanese

Quite a popular dish, even amongst other countries such as: Argentina. The Milanese ‘cutlet’ is strictly made with no other than veal covered in delicious and buttery breadcrumbs.

Location: Corso Garibaldi, 117, 20121 Milano MI

#2. Risotto alla milanese

As previously mentioned the Milanese Risotto may be the most popular of all - this delicate and cheesy type of rice is to be eaten with: Ossobuco.

Location: Piazza Carbonari, 5, 20125 Milano MI

#3. Trippa alla milanese

This dish used to be a traditional Christmas Eve meal, however it is now prepared throughout the winter months. It is made out of tripe, beans, tomato sauce, carrots and celery.

Location: Via Curtatone, 21, 20122 Milano MI

#4. Cassoeula

The main ingredients here are: cabbage and pork. This dish originated in the 20th century and it became popular as its intentions were to preserve the less noble parts of the pig such as: the rind, muzzle, feet, head and the ribs

Location: Viale Pasubio, 10, 20154 Milano MI

#5. Orecchia di elefante

Okay… okay. The name may be a bit misleading, but this is NOT an elephant’s ear. This dish is actually mistaken with the Milanese cutlet, but in fact they are different. Also referred to as: the Viennese schnitzel, this is a much thinner cut of meat and can be made with both beef and pork.

Location: Via Andrea Solari, 12, 20144 Milano MI