Book Acanto for an unmatched atmosphere within Hotel Principe di Savoia, Piazza della Repubblica 17. This refined restaurant with garden views offers a serene setting where floor‑to‑ceiling windows that open onto a manicured Italian courtyard. Seasonal menus showcase Lombardy’s freshest ingredients, while a curated tasting menu invites guests to explore artfully crafted courses shaped by contemporary flair and Italian tradition. Each dish balances technique and simplicity, creating a memorable gastronomic journey. Whether for a relaxed lunch or intimate dinner, Acanto blends exceptional cuisine, warm service and elegant surroundings for a truly sophisticated Milanese experience, inviting you to savour every moment.
Artfully presented Italian dishes with a creative twist at an opulent fine dining establishment.
Vincent Kong
Xmas day dinner with my wife. 1./ Inflexible reception: booked 1930 and turned up 10 mins in advance (courtesy), not allowed to go inside (like taking Italian trains that let u know the platform only @ last minute (if no delay) 2./ pretentious wine service: apparently gd by showing u the labels, telling u the stories etc but when the wine service man poured a new bottle of Leuta/ Syrah Cortona 2019 too quick (and bottle too lean), that made my wine glass stem wet with wine, he did nothing to dry the stem, that’s not up to standard for a fine restaurant (I earned my WSET diploma in 2013) 3./ oyster dish too salty and fishy: either oysters/ carvier not fresh or something else went wrong. Apart from these, beautiful place and good service that deserved a star. I knew they lose it this year so I gave them a replacement one here. Enjoy!
… moreMARI gianati
This review is for the wonderful dinner we had at the restaurant with our friends a week ago. Ambiance is always perfect for conversation; also elegant without being stuffy or theatrical. Great place for a business meal or simply a solid dinner.
Every single thing we ate was delicious. We had eggplant appetizer, lobster, spaghetti with clams, branzino al cartoccio…gelato, chocolate dome, etc. It was all delicious.
Very good wine list too.
Best service from Nicola ALWAYS! He’s a gem.
Already planning a comeback.
Note: another reviewer noted that people were being rude and staring at them and incredibly, we did experience this same weird behaviour. The table next to us kept their attention and eyes literally fixated at us. Rude and weird. LOL. Nothing the restaurant can do or be faulted about.
… moreDayna Wesley
Everything about this place is excellent. Upon my arrival it was a bit “awkward” but as the evening progressed it felt like I was right at home. I attended with my mother to end our two week stay touring Italy, and I’m glad I chose this place. Our waiter was excellent and charming. I wish I got his name. We were also greeted by a woman with an Afro puff ponytail. Very lovely woman who also gave me their business cards with their other locations. One is in Beverly Hills which I will check out. We got the tasting menu with the wine pairing. Absolutely worth the price. My mother enjoyed everything from beginning to end which is all that mattered to me. When I arrive in Milan I will be back to this place. The only thing I wasn’t a fan of were the other people in attendance which has nothing to do with the restaurant. The looks I received from other people (who again are NOT the staff) I found distasteful. Some of these tourists are so rude and need a lesson in manners
… moreKate Cast
Delicious food. Not busy on rainy Tuesday night. Traditional restaurant with a class. Silent music and atmosphere I did like. The pasta with octopus was very tasty and love their home made bread. Tastes better then looks. Nice piccola pasticceria free of charge with your coffee. Big selection of high quality wine. I could enjoy my red wine without the headache the next day. Highly recommend .
… moreNatasha Matveeva
We had a family dinner at this restaurant. My daughter and I were charmed by the staff and level of service. The staff did not leave our side for a long time, always trying to anticipate our wishes. They were very nice and friendly from the moment we arrived until the end of our dinner.
Everything we tried was beyond praise. Excellent Italian cuisine! Everything was perfectly cooked, the octopus and beef in the pasta were very soft and tender! Amazingly delicious pasta, artichokes, desserts! Excellent selection of wines! We were very pleased! Next time we are in Milan, we will definitely have dinner here!
… moreJoa Mähönen
Reserved this restaurant for an anniversary. First noted the very luxury style decoration, the environment was very amazing. The waiters were absolutely fantastic, especially Nikola (our waiter who was the funniest waiter I have ever seen). Food was delicious and at the end we got a surprise for our anniversary as a plate with “happy anniversary” written in chocolate and a candle. The sommelier was also very professional with the wine list and provided us with excellent wines with our foods.
We loved it and will for sure come back for another fantastic dinner. Thank you.
… morePraweethida Wanaputhi
I was there for dinner I could say that it’s the best one in Milan I have ever tried it ! Service was elegant! and food was flavorful! I would definitely go back for dinner again for sure
… moreDarina
The food was truly exceptional, the best meal I tried in the WHOLE Italy so far ❤️ the stuff was welcoming, the food was great, lights and music was quiet enough to make an intimate atmosphere, I would rate this place 1000/10 and especially want to admit how attentive and helpful was our waiter Jean Pierre 🙂
… moreF. Krugier
What a culinary feast it was to dine at Acanto and as your expected from a 5 star hotel, you got the 5 star service all the way thru. Not to mention the food was astetic pleasenent to see when being served and when it was revealed /presented. Some of the dishes was a classic but you had some classic dish with a twist ,it was a unparallel sensory overload.
Located at hotel Principal du savi, the resturant is open for the public as well, and during the morning it is where the hotel serve breakfast.
Our dinner reservation was a bit later in the afternoon so thankfully the resturant was not busy and loud.
The staff was brilliant and very attentive, and the bartender’s knowledge of the variouse local Italian alcohol is mind-blowing.
My colleague wanted to try a certain type of drink but she didn’t remember the name the brand and the place where it was made, but she gave a explanation of the taste and where she think where it was approximately from.
So the bartender came over and he brought the whole bar with him.
I think we might to hungry cus we ordered a bit to much but I’m glad that we tried a diverse food.
The experience was a nice culinary feast with interesting and imaginative twist to some of classical dish.
… moreMay Ezzi
If you’re looking for a top notch romantic dinner in Milan, I highly recommend Acanto. Starting the entry, you’d notice the exquisite interior, and superb service. The staff took our coats and provided a special stool for my purse. The service was quick, and the host gave us great recommendations. Can’t get over how beautiful and romantic the restaurant itself was. The food was great and the wine was absolutely fabulous. The dessert was a piece of art. We had the pistachio mousse, and they have us complimentary chocolate in chess pieces shape. Will definitely go again when in Milan.
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