IYO

There’s a reason this place has earned a Michelin star. From the moment you step inside, you’re treated to exceptional service. During our meal, so many servers attended to us that we felt like celebrities. I’ve dined at many Michelin-starred restaurants, and only a handful have truly left me mesmerized—this was one of them. We opted for the tasting menu, and while the food was outstanding, my only real complaint was the pacing. The experience lasted about three and a half hours, and although I understand the importance of savoring each dish, the gaps between courses felt a little too long. That said, everything else was phenomenal. The sushi was exquisite—silky, fresh, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Honestly, it was so good I wished the plates arrived faster. The portions were small, as expected, but surprisingly filling. I also appreciated the thoughtful service. At one point, we considered ordering more, but the staff gently advised us to wait until the end, which turned out to be excellent advice. Overall, it’s easy to see why this restaurant was awarded a Michelin star. The food, service, and experience all lived up to the reputation. I’ll definitely return the next time I’m in Italy.

Can't express how good the experience was at IYO. My partner and I were visiting Milan and saw the reviews and knew we had to go. Everything about IYO is masterfully curated and crafted from the layout, menu, and staff. Every bite was exceptional and had so much flavor and variety. If you ever want to open a location in the United States, please do it in Massachusetts, so I can visit daily. 10/10

Really enjoyed our meal at Iyo. 5 of us did the tasting menu, they were able to accommodate dietary restrictions. Special consideration for the service which was exemplary in addition to outstanding and creative dishes. We did the 2025 tasting menu, which was inventive takes and pleasing to everyone in the group. The meal had a range of dishes, including a nigiri course, each was creative and executed impeccably. Those doing the alcohol pairing, which was a mix of cocktails, sake, and wine, also very much enjoyed.

Unfortunately, our experience at this restaurant was very disappointing. Something was really off about the food.Just a few hours later from our dinner both we experienced food poisoning. We contacted the restaurant politely to inform them of what had happened. Instead of taking responsibility, we were given excuses and told that it must have been caused by something else. We were also assured that the issue would be investigated in the kitchen and that we would receive a return call — which never happened. The food wasn’t something special, it was okay but for sure does not deserve a Michelin Star.

Amazing experience. Best Japanese in Milano by far. I truly recommend the special nigiri, gunkan (zuchina, sake granchio), black cod and caco sorbet.

Fabulous sushi. Thhe restaurant was super busy when we arrived and the reception staff were very polite, but seemed a little “lost”. We took a seat in waiting area, and had to flag a waiter ourselves to get a drink while waiting for table. Nothing offered by hostess. Would expect this from a starred restaurant. The restaurant staff were excellent. The food was absolutely terrific. I would highly highly recommend this restaurant to sushi fans.

Absolutely incredible! By far the nicest sushi I have ever eaten. The staff were all very friendly and provided excellent service and attention to detail. Definitely deserves it's Michelin star!

We ordered the classic menu plus a la carte a mix sashimi. Food is good but not exceptional. Especially the dumping in soup, the wrapper is too thick. In Asia, It’s the important cooking technique art of the dumping shall be thin and could hold juicy or in soup. Then the sashimi, very all you can eat level, the quality of fish meat is very basic. However, the cocktail is very tasty. I wonder if this should be a bar instead of restaurants to evolve a higher level ?

(Overall: B) - A michelin starred Japanese establishment with incredibly captivatingly inspiring innovations. Unfortunately due to some unforeseen circumstances, I fell ill in the earlier days and therefore had to try some more supposedly soothing items from their menu as opposed to their classic tasting menu which I was eager to try. These items unfortunately fell a bit flat (despite me having no appetite to send it back), but I feel like could perhaps be removed from their menu as a whole as their amuse buche really highlights their true potential. The restaurant exhibits the Milan elegance and high bar for quality of service which is a pleasant sight to see. (Amuse Buche: A+) - The best part of the meal, featuring a salted meringue with immense yuzu dashi flavors; a classic takoyaki, very crispy and fresh; and yuzu jelly, fresh and refreshing. (Forest Mocktail: B) - The aesthetic is a bit mundane, but I do like the tropical and citron notes coming through. (Ravioli in Broth: C) - This take on pork dumplings uses an unpleasanty thick dough and a very rough version of pork that is not pleasant in texture. I do like the flavors coming through with the cardamom in broth and spiciness from the dumpling though. (Yakisoba: F) - The conception of this dish is promising with a varied number of vegetables providing different textural elements, but the overall dish needs to be much more dry and cooked on a grill to not have a residual gravy. Furthermore, it is far too salty. Food: E Presentation: +1 Price: -1 Atmosphere: +1 Service: E Menu: +2 Overall: 4 stars Insta/Yelp/Beli/TikTok: @amei_eats

Buono, molte opzioni, c'è qualcosa per tutti. Servizio impeccabile. Good, lots of options, there's something for everyone. Impeccable service.

It was incredible, wonderful food, we had a tasting mane so balanced the flavours Amazing service. Grate expireance You must try the Wagio beef tartar

Great complement of Japanese and Italian fusion food! Excellent service, great food and the vibe. Wagyu was tender and excellent tempura of oysters. Interesting pasta somen and squid.

Lovely Japanese restaurant with one Michelin Star, some of the dishes (desserts) are inventive but sushi fell a bit flat, was expecting more. Ambience is nice. We were there for lunch, perhaps dinner is different.

I rarely give 5 stars but Iyo definetly deserve it! Everything from food, service and ambiance was perfect ! We were on vacation in Europe in October and it was the best meal during our trip ! I'm so glad we order the Omakase ! Well deserved michelin star

Let's not kid ourselves. This place is 5 stars all the way. Beautiful dining, terrific service, but the food was the star here. Wonderfully ornate offerings with fantastic flavors. Highly recommend in between amazing Italian meals in Milan - Iyo is the absolute best of the rest!

Heavenly. I went with my family for my birthday, and we were all ecstatic about the food, the ambience, the service, so just the overall amazing experience. Do try the quail egg gunkan, the yume roll, and the chocolate mousse for dessert. It's the only Michelin star Japanese in Milan and you'll easily understand why. Not a place where you would stuff your face (even though we paid way less than we were expecting), but where you taste new combinations, get spoiled by the staff, and leave in a great mood. It was a superb birthday gift indeed.

Iyo deserves a 4.5, but rounded up for once. Decor, staff and ambience are second to none. Ordered the pork gyoza along with king crab appetizer. Gyoza was typical, had better at other places. King crab was served warm, and amazing. Go with the nigiri, we chose the salmon, toro and zuke. All were the best part of lunch (zuke was a must try). Also tried the 9 piece sashimi chef choice. 3 pieces of tuna, salmon and one fish I've never heard of. Honestly the sashimi was not my favorite, I've had better in the US. Finally was the lobster specialty roll along with fried rice. Lobster roll was good, pretty much how it should taste. Fried rice was fantastic. Dessert was the chocolate Carmel one, il Cubo. It was perfect. Overall presentation and food was top notch. Worth every penny

Im a huge fan of the japanese kitchen. Sushi is def. a favourite of mine, and should I hold a single reservation about it, it would be the lack of variation. Iyo, however, are not afraid to create tasty and interesting speciments, and combined with a beautiful setting, and great service it's def. worth a visit. Related to restaurants such as Nobu, theres a nice relaxed ambience to the experience. The service was very friendly and helpful, and the place also holds a very good someliere and bartender. I can recommend a tasting menu to get around the kitchen, and the amount of food is quite well balanced.

One of my favorite Japanese restaurants. Less fusion than Fingers - my others favorite - exquisite quality of the food, nice combinations and presentation , perfect service. I love the lights and the elegant atmosphere.

Gorgeous restaurant, beautiful and delicious food, excellent service. Was able to make a reservation online and request a seggiolino high chair. Accidentally dropped a jar of baby food on the ground and the glass jar shattered. Felt terrible but the staff were so kind about it. Ordered creazioni iyo, spicy edamame, gyosa, nigiri with yellow tail and avocado, gunkan iyo with quail egg, gunkan zucchini e gamberi, and a roll with seared tuna and shrimp tempura. Presentation for each was a delightful sight. Quality and taste were superb. Sophisticated patrons.

Il migliore ristorante giapponese che ho trovato a Milano. Elegante, ma soprattutto eccellente nella preparazione del pesce. Da non perdere le ostriche con salsa ponzu e il carpaccio di gamberi rossi (fuori menu). Ottimo anche il servizio. Se si vuole trovare una pecca, i tavoli sono troppo vicini.