Montecristo — Restaurant in Milan

Didn’t set out for anything special but saw a nearby seafood place called Montecristo on Trip advisor with good ratings so strolled in there. Turned out to be a Sicilian seafood restaurant with over the top décor and service. Décor reminded me of the Grotta Capri in Kingsford (Sydney) in 1960. Lots of coloured lights, a fabulous display of fish decorated with fruit. Big ones like half a swordfish and little ones and various crustacea. The patriarch comes to the table to greet you but the adult son is the maitre d’, and the matriarch supervises a kitchen of Asian chefs who come in wearing red hats and select fish from the display as they're ordered. Main courses look expensive but the campari aperitif is free and the breads and grissini of course. Sicilian waiters who will discuss the enormous menu. I had a wonderful seafood soup with crostini that was so fresh and fragrant, and the waiter misunderstood me and thought I ordered also a seafood risotto and a dish of John Dory (San Pietro) with apples. After the risotto I said I couldn’t fit in the John Dory, but no problem. I can change my mind any time. A vast wine list but nothing by the glass listed. When I asked if they sold wine by the glass- no problem. He brought half a bottle of Veneto sauvignon blanc (much less grassy than ours.) Then came a dish of mixed grilled vegetables on a plate decorated by lemons flaming with some solid fuel. The waiter expressed considerable disappointment that I could only eat half. After a break I agreed under some urging to a sorbet of oranges with Campari-wonderful. Came with a tray of amaretti biscuits. I declined coffee but the waiter wanted me to try a liqueur as a digestif- he brought Mirto di Sardegna –a myrtle-derived liqueur. A bit odd at first but grew on me.

The whole food bill was 40 Euros and 5 Euros for the vino: aperitif, half bottle of white and the liqueur!

Fabulous experience

Fortunately, hotel was a...

Thank you for an outstanding dinner experience, Montecristo!

From the prompt, attentive service, to the many delicious house provided treats, we truly enjoyed our dinner experience.

It's clear that this is a fine food establishment with a focus on quality food.

Featuring an incredible menu and surprising depth of fresh seafood options as the speciality.

We especially enjoyed the fresh range of oysters and the raw seafood mixed appetizer platter.

Comparing the menu prices to other similar restaurants I have visited around the world, I found this very good value for the money.

With an extensive winelist, you will find a selection for every taste and budget.

The range of risotto and seafood pastas were very good. Loved the Al Dente pastas!

The portions were quite adequate...none of our group could eat another bite.

I would highly recommend Montecristo for a quality dinner...

Me and my best friend entered this restaurant haphazardly to try some tiramisu on our first day in Milan and we were beyond impressed with the hospitality! Ended up ordering drinks and entrées as well, everything was delicious and served with such poise and grace, the staff is so polite and welcoming! Definitely the highlight of our trip, highly recommend for a fine dining experience no matter...