Contraste

Don't waste your money on this gimmick. I tried resolving my terrible experience directly with the restaurant but they refuse to acknowledge they provided a poorly prepared meal Not vegetarian friendly either despite them saying they can accommodate Salt levels - The food had inconsistent salt levels within courses and across courses. Things either tasted bland or salty. Texture - In a few courses, especially the first course, the food felt stale. Almost as if it had been prepared in advance and dried out Technique - In the dessert the creme brulee was gritty rather than smooth Vegetarian replacement - I told the restaurant I was a vegetarian and didn't like mushroom. One of my dishes came out as the meat version but with parts of the dish removed (dry pasta, no sauce or broth). They restaurant told me in email afterwards "Please, consider that neither of our menus are vegetarian as we don’t recognize it as representative of our identity". If that's the case, they shouldn't advertise an ability to adapt their menu for vegetarians. Also, at $180 it's ridiculous they aren't able to make me a custom broth for my dish. I've told other restaurants in the past I don't like mushroom and they make me something custom, which I'd expect at this price point and alleged quality of a restaurant Flavor - This is more subjective I found the majority of the food to be disgusting. I stopped eating by the last few courses. I contacted Michelin to ask them to audit this restaurant, I can't believe it has a star at all. 2 stars because their wine pairing was good.

This restaurant boasts creative and entertaining ideas transformed into dishes. The impressive theme featured various hand-expressed emotions. Not only did the food tantalize my taste buds, but I also enjoyed speculating about how each dish was crafted. To create each form, the chef utilized diverse ingredients and colors. Overall, the incorporation of cheese added a rich and creamy flavor, while the textures alternated between firm and soft in each course. The noodle-based dish mimicked the chewiness of clams, and the broths were savory. Encasing mussels in a soft cheese and finishing with pepper foam made the dish enjoyable even for those unaccustomed to spicy food. Each dish's plating complemented the plate's design, and the dessert's presentation evoked excitement, much like opening a secret box. The final bread and ice cream were a fitting conclusion, particularly the exceptional ice cream. The staff were courteous and enthusiastic when explaining the appetizers. However, I questioned the professionalism when the first staff member placed the amuse-bouche, only for other staff to reposition it. Unlike other Michelin-starred restaurants, this establishment did not offer adjusted menus or portions for children, which was disappointing. The restaurant's interior exuded a modern, simple ambiance, and entering through the gate and passing a small garden felt like entering a home. We were told children were allowed, so we went with our child — but there were no adjustments to the menu or course structure to accommodate kids at all. Our child only received two courses and refused to eat anything after that, so we declined the rest of the service for them. Despite this, we were charged full price. If we had known in advance that it wouldn’t be suitable for children, we would have chosen a different Michelin-starred restaurant. It’s really disappointing, and the more I think about it, the more I regret spending the money.

Went there after a long wait to find the "right moment", unfortunately one of the worst experience in a michelin-star restaurant I ever had. We tried the menu "riflessioni" which inspired us for the innovative idea, but we were totally disappointed. The plates were very good, however the size of the courses were absolutely small for a full dinner, I can accept a small course for entree or as a connection between main courses, but I ended up with hunger (and also anger due to the fact of having spent 200+ € for a modest dinner) despite there were more than 15 courses. Besides the portion sizes, the overall quality and experience was nothing asthonishing nor at a level of a michelin-star. Service was good but quite distracted and unable to cope with simple requests. Avoid, there are better option in the city.

A soulful experience at Contraste We’ve been living nearby for 2 years, always passing that little star-marked sign outside Contraste nearby to the Philharmonic, wandering the neighborhood — a somewhat chaotic area, which makes Contraste’s presence even more striking, almost poetic in contrast. To mark 20 years since my husband and I met, I booked a table and chose the "Riflesso" menu. As the date approached, we realized it coincided with the Inter-Barcelona game — an unmissable event for my husband and our son. But I still wanted to savor the evening slowly, fully. So I went with our 18-year-old daughter — witness to the journey of our family and our partnership. Why all this context? Because our experience at Contraste wasn’t just about the (spectacular!) food — though the Amore (cuttlefish and chorizo), scallop noodles with parmesan and dashi, and Iberico pork with sea urchin and burrata were unforgettable. It was about shared memories, tasting and guessing flavors, telling stories, connecting. It became a rare, precious moment of presence, trust, and recognition — seeing the value and significance of one another through each shared bite and story — something harder to come by these days. If you’re looking not only to eat beautifully (which you will), but to feel something deeper, to connect and belong — this is your place. And for the wine: I chose PATRICK PIUZE Chablis "Terroir de La Chapelle" — light, summery, full of emotion and memory. Highly recommend. Thank you to the whole Contraste team!

Over the top, fun, weird, gimmicky, colourful, whimsical: I loved it. Fine dining doesn't need to be boring and Contraste definitely isn't boring! A surprise tasting menu was served with highlights including mussels calcio e pepe, rabbit kidneys and a chocolate dessert. The pinnacle was the genius bolognese donut. Wine pairing was interesting and well-balanced - there were several options of how many glasses of wine to include in the pairing, which is a great idea. Service was perfect and the dining room is decorated in a very cool way

The service was incredible and the ambience was modern, chic and clean. The food however didn’t live up to the expectations and the taste felt a bit lackluster. Apart from the first dish, none of them had a back story or context of inspiration. We took the initiative to inquire about the chefs to find out more. Loved the desert and the rose cake at the end.

Amazing and super delicious foods .. Love every single plate .. nice presentation with unique taste .. Service is top notch.. Love the vibes … Definitely deserved to visit .. it is one Michelin star restaurant

This one Michelin-starred contemporary Italian restaurant offers two tasting menu options. The first is the historical and classic “Riflesso,” designed to evoke memories of tastes through its evocative dishes. The second, created more recently, offers unusual and sometimes astonishing pairings that require careful attention to appreciate the balance of flavors. This menu, called “Riflessioni,” invites diners to think and reflect on the dishes. Although it was our first visit, we opted for “Riflessioni” and were delighted by the experience. I won’t give too much away, as this journey is best approached with an open mind. Suffice it to say, it was an amazing culinary adventure, complemented by impeccable wine pairings known as “Immersioni,” which consistently enhanced the food. The service was of very high standards, managing to be attentive without being overly formal. The ambiance was a bit lively that night, but it never detracted from our experience. For the type of restaurant it is, I would rate it 4.7 out of 5. An experience worth trying, whether once or many times.

This was absolutely terrible. I have been to many fine dining and Michelin star restaurant around the world. Besides for the introductory plates the experience was beyond awful. The house staff was rude. The famous bolognese shaped like a donut tasted like canned chef boyarde in the united states. Im used to fine dining portions. They were extremely small. I was very excited to dine here but was ultimately very let down. There are far better restaurants in not only milan but europe in general. If your goal is a nice instagram shot contraste fits the bill. If you are looking for quality tasting food this is not the choice. At 200 plus euros a person with drinks take my advice and go somewhere else. Highly not recommended.

Love love love love everything about this restaurant. All surprising reflecting yourself on their creation menu. Full of surprises, full of deliciousness!!!! Love love love love it.

My husband and I are tour operators and huge foodies at heart. We try to incorporate food and beverage into most tours for clients as we feel it makes a cultural or influential experience for them in a very memorable way. We are always looking for all sorts of things but uniqueness and unordinary will always stand out. Contraste came about in our Milan study tour planning and we decided we should probably check them out for ourselves. We have dined at places like Pujol in Mexico City and Spoonik in Barcelona so sometimes we get fed some ideas from other suppliers and contacts. We love to send clients to places we can vouch for. We are so happy to have been excepted by invitation only in email where they secure your dining with credit card. If you are a no show you will be charged but with 24 hrs + notice you can be refunded. We opted for the menu that the chefs design specifically for you that is made up of 10 (really 12 in our cases) small tapas like courses. Each plate is artistically created for you in an abstract and pretty much non objective manner. The entire experience is so entertaining, our palates had no idea what was coming for them next! Here is our menu. They email it to you after you dine. 28 Ottobre 2019 Sardines "in saor" Gorgonzola tart Humita Langoustine; Beef tartare from Piemonte Foie gras creme brulée; Carbonara /// Red onion and goat cheese. Octopus, chorizo and potatoes /// Octopus and potatoes; Almond, yogurt and black olives. Scallops noodles, parmesan cheese and dashi ; Tartare of roasted rabbit; Rabbit's kidneys; smoked eel and vinegar Mussel; Cheese and black pepper "Spaghetti " with clams. Donut alla bolognese. Cod fish and bagna cauda. Limousine sirloin; pak choi and trumpet courgettes. Veal, potatoes and red wine sauce. Corn taco, mole and avocado; Nighiri Yuca Pear and gorgonzola Rose's cake. Wines: Pinot Nero 2015 Cloudy Bay Pinot Nero 2106 Strobhlof We strongly recommend this experience when in Milan. I want to add for any poor reviews, this type of experience is not for them, they honestly should not consider it in the first place. You can see what type of diners they are by reading their reviews. Don't be put off by them. If you enjoy food, art, something different and want a memorable experience, you need to try this.

This is my first really bad review on yelp and I NEVER complain about food. I really dont t care that much. Contraste is HORRIBLE. And in addition, it never ends. About 12 small courses, each one worse and creamier than the last. It's really bad. Save yourself 500 dollars and eat a pizza and a good bottle of wine. Have fun!!This is my first bad review but you need to know. I never complain buy food I really do care that much getting ripped off

The. Best. Dinning. Experience. Of. My. Life. I can't even begin to describe how great this place was! Everything dish was a star and every minute was part of my dining experience. We picked the reflection menu and had a series of dishes catered to us. By the end of the meal, we were fully satisfied with the 9 courses and didn't have any room to spare. The staff, the ambiance, the food, the service, the presentation, the creativity, all A+

This was one of my top dining experiences in 2018. Food was great and service was excellent too. I took my family here for my Mom's 70th birthday and it was perfect. Could not recommend it enough when in Milan. Better than Situ.