Sakeya
Milan
At a glance
Sakeya, located at Via Cesare da Sesto in Milan, offers a unique fusion of Japanese tradition and innovation, presenting itself as a versatile destination that includes a restaurant, bar, and sake shop. Known as the House of Sake, this venue provides a rich experience for those looking to delve into the diverse world of sake and Japanese cuisine.
The restaurant features a refined, yet inviting atmosphere where guests can enjoy an assortment of classic and contemporary Japanese dishes crafted to complement the extensive sake selection. With 150 premium sake labels sourced directly from Japan's 47 prefectures, Sakeya stands out for its dedication to authenticity and quality.
Under the culinary expertise of Chef Masaki Inoguchi, the menu is designed to highlight fresh ingredients, offering a gastronomic journey that delights the palate. The sake bar allows patrons to embark on a tasting experience, trying some of the finest sakes exclusive to this venue.
The setting of Sakeya is intimate and welcoming, making it suitable for both casual gatherings and special occasions. The ambiance is defined by soft lighting and a sense of calm, reflective of traditional Japanese hospitality. Whether drawn by the allure of sake or the promise of exquisite cuisine, visitors to Sakeya will find a setting that captures the essence of Japanese culinary artistry.
Reviews
This was a peak restaurant experience. Full stop. From the interior design (cosy red brick blended with wood paneling, subdued lighting, antique photographs as well as very modern highlights) to the service and of course food - there was not a false note in this symphony. The highlight here is the staggering selection of sake, with styles and sorts certain to pleasantly surprise even the most novice of curious sake drinkers. The restaurant employs two highly knowledgeable and passionate sake sommeliers as well of different generations and experiences, for those who wish to deepen their knowledge or ask about food pairings. The food is prepared with artistic finesse - not snobbery. Whatever is served feels thoroughly well thought out to not have one element either too much or missing. A perfect experience, I’d even say a lifetime peak dining experience.
Absolutely phenomenal. Definitely a fun and contemporary twist on Japanese food in Milano; which is a compliment. I have been to Japan multiple times, and this restaurant would not be amiss in any major city there. Excellent service and recommendations from Sho-san/Alessio-san, who made our experience very warm, and educational - we got to try a fantastic selection of sake, learning the history and process behind it. Even if you are not a sake fan - I highly suggest being adventurous and listening to the experts! The food is fantastic - highly recommend...frankly everything. Don't skip dessert!
One of my favourite restaurants in Milano. The food is amazing. It's a bit more of a contemporary take on Japanese food in my opinion, but the flavours are definitely still authentic! The selection of sake is also amazing and the staff have always had great recommendations whenever I've visited the restaurant.
