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Milan, always at the forefront of culinary trends, has enthusiastically embraced the vegan philosophy. Vegan cuisine is based on the exclusive use of plant-based ingredients, excluding any products of animal origin.
This food choice is not just a passing trend, but reflects a growing awareness toward animal welfare, environmental sustainability and personal health.
In the Lombard metropolis, vegan restaurants have been able to reinterpret traditional dishes and create new culinary proposals, proving that it is possible to eat ethically without sacrificing taste.
Whether you are a convinced vegan or simply curious to explore new flavors, the restaurants you will find in this guide offer an excellent opportunity to discover how varied, tasty and satisfying plant-based cuisine can be .
VegAmore: vegan bistro in Milan
VegAmore is a real discovery for vegan food lovers in the city. This bistro in the Porta Romana area offers a non-trivial dining experience in a cozy and familiar environment. The menu, which changes daily, offers healthy, tasty and light dishes prepared with fresh, seasonal ingredients.
The one-dish option for €11 allows you to sample a variety of first courses, main courses, and side dishes. Definitely try the panzerotto and girella, while the desserts, such as the vegan ricotta and chocolate tart, are simply irresistible. VegAmore is ideal for a quick lunch, a relaxed dinner or even just a coffee accompanied by a homemade cookie.
Address: 12 Crema Street.
Hours: Mon 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Tue-Sat 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
Website: https://www.vegamoremilano.com/.
La Colubrina: vegan tradition and innovation.
La Colubrina has been a benchmark for vegan dining in Milan since 1983. This intimate and cozy restaurant offers cuisine that combines family tradition and vegan creativity, offering simple but refined dishes that satisfy even the most demanding palates.
The menu at La Colubrina ranges from mezze maniche cacio e pepe al tartufo to tempeh diced, via chickling croquettes. Attention to ingredient quality and seasonality is evident in every dish. The restaurant also offers vegan appetizer options, vegan weekend brunch (reservations required) and a selection of pizzas with whole wheat dough, sourdough, organic produce and, of course, plant-based ingredients.
Address: 5 Felice Casati Street.
Hours: Tue-Sun 12:30-2:30 p.m., 7:30-11 p.m.
Site: http://www.lacolubrina.it/.
Joia: starred vegetarian restaurant
Joia represents the excellence of vegetarian and vegan cuisine in Milan. The first vegetarian restaurant in Europe to receive a Michelin star in 1996, it continues to impress with its innovative and refined culinary offerings. Chef Pietro Leemann, owner of the restaurant, creates dishes that are true culinary works of art, the result of extensive research and experimentation.
The menu offers several options, from the “small tasting” at 65€ to the “square plate” with four tastings at 30€ (35€ with dessert). For a complete experience, we recommend you try the Zenith menu, which offers a unique gastronomic journey and a multisensory journey involving sight, taste, and smell.
Also worth considering if you are in the mood for pizza. In fact, Joia boasts another record: the first vegan pizza in Milan, with turmeric, poppy seed and Bear’s Radicchio dough.
Address: 18 Via Panfilo Castaldi.
Hours: Tue-Sat 12:30-2:30 p.m., 7:30-11 p.m.
Site: https://joia.it/.
Alhambra risto veg: a corner of vegan Spain in Milan.
Tucked away in the streets of downtown Milan, a stone’s throw from the Porta Venezia metro, Alhambra risto veg is a haven for lovers of vegan cuisine with a Spanish twist. This cozy place will welcome you with the infectious enthusiasm of the owners, Salvator and Elena, ready to guide you on an amazing culinary journey.
You can compose your ideal dish, choosing from a variety of creative vegan preparations. From radicchio paired with sweet potatoes, to tofu reminiscent of scrambled eggs, to soy stew that doesn’t make you regret meat: every bite is a surprise. Vegetables, the undisputed stars, are prepared in ways that will make you see these ingredients in a new light.
The serving system is an experience in itself: you will feel like children in a bakery as you choose your dishes at the counter, paying by weight. It is an invitation to be curious, to taste a little bit of everything. And if you are in a hurry, you can bring this goodness to your home as well. Sure, space is limited and tables are few, but this helps create an intimate atmosphere, almost like being a guest at a friend’s house.
Don’t miss the soy noodles with vegetables– they may become your new favorite dish.
Address: 17 San Gregorio Street.
Hours: open daily until 1 a.m., closed from 3:30 to 6 p.m.
Website: https://alhambranaturale.wixsite.com/alhambra.
Nori Way: vegan sushi
Nori Way, Italy’s first 100% plant-based sushi restaurant, allows you to enjoy delicious and innovative sushi without sacrificing your vegan principles. Here rediscover oriental flavors in a completely plant-based key. Get ready for a gastronomic adventure that defies convention: hosomaki, futomaki, nigiri, gunkan and uramaki come in new and surprising guises.
Each bite is an explosion of bold flavors and unexpected textures, thanks to gluten-free soy marinades and homemade sauces. And it’s not just sushi: be tempted by the dumplings, udon and tempura that round out a rich and varied menu. The intimate and cozy restaurant invites you to share dishes, creating a convivial and relaxed atmosphere. The friendly and passionate staff will guide you through the chef’s creations, revealing the secrets of ingredients little known to those less familiar with Japanese cuisine.
Among the must-tries, Shiso Imperial promises to be an unforgettable experience, capable of thrilling even the most discerning palates. And don’t miss Carlotta’s One, another favorite among regulars.
Address: 5 Buozzi Square.
Hours: Tue-Sat 7pm-24pm.
Site: https://drive.google.com/file/d/11R0PpG2Yp4_O-f-kxjq7R1FvOCb7K5k6/view.
Assaje: the vegan Neapolitan pizzeria.
A slice of pizza that encapsulates Neapolitan tradition while embracing culinary innovation. This is what you will find at Assaje, where the art of pizza blends with contemporary creativity, with offerings that meet the principles of vegan philosophy. Their creations are born from a semi-integral dough that, thanks to patient leavening, is transformed into a light and digestible base.
Assaje holds tasty surprises for those who do not eat animal products: in addition to the classic Margherita with vegan mozzarella, the “Mozzarisella,” let yourself be tempted by the Pistachio and Mortadella, a daring plant-based interpretation that combines Bronte Pistachio DOP cream with “Mozzarisella” and vegan “Vegfather” mortadella.
The ambience, evoking the warm Neapolitan atmosphere, is the perfect setting for these delicacies. Assaje will also appeal to non-vegans because its cuisine is an invitation to explore new horizons of taste, without giving up the comfort of a good pizza. Each season then brings with it new flavors, with selected ingredients that tell stories of passionate territories and producers.
Addresses:
- Via Raffaello Sanzio, 14.
- Piazzale Segrino.
- Viale di Porta Vercelli, 2.
- Largo la Foppa, 1.
Hours: Mon-Sun 12:00-3:30 pm, 7:00-00:30 pm.
Site: https://www.assaje.it/menu/pizze-vegane/.
Don’t hesitate to explore and discover new flavors: vegan and vegetarian cuisine in Milan has much to offer and continues to surprise with its creativity and attention to quality.