Sakeya

Cuisine

Japanese Contemporary, Japanese

Michelin

selected

Price

€€€

Website

http://sakeya.it

Description

A Kyoto-born chef, a yakitori grill on full display from the entrance, and pared-back interiors evoking Japanese bistros: the tone is set before you sit down. One wall is devoted entirely to sake – over 150 labels, with new arrivals each week. The kitchen takes an unmistakably Eastern approach in both ingredients and technique, ranging from creative forays such as Gindara 2.0, cod with ginger and yuzu, to classics such as wagyu fillet, cooked tableside over charcoal by the guest. The true specialty, however, remains the kushiyaki: skewers of various cuts grilled over the open flame near the en

Review score

4.8

Review count

80

Review summary

Sakeya offers contemporary Japanese cuisine with an average rating of 4.8/5. Food quality is highly praised, particularly for high-grade tuna and wagyu, though isolated incidents of cooking errors were noted. Service is professional, attentive, and knowledgeable, with staff described as gentlemanly. The ambiance is elegant, intimate, and meditative, featuring live kitchen views and low lighting, making it unsuitable for lively parties. While some guests find the value questionable or the price high, the overall experience is curated and sophisticated. It stands out from typical casual Japanese spots in Milan, offering a refined dining environment.

Best for

Suitable for diners seeking an elegant, intimate setting and high-quality contemporary Japanese cuisine.

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