About Al Porto

Nestled in the lively area of Piazzale Antonio Cantore in Milan, Al Porto brings the atmosphere of a classic Italian seafood restaurant together with a relaxed and stylish dining experience. The moment I stepped inside, the place felt welcoming without trying too hard, balancing an elegant coastal vibe with the energy of the city around it. Since Al Porto focuses heavily on seafood, the menu naturally leans toward fresh flavors, lighter combinations, and carefully prepared dishes that feel refined yet comforting at the same time. The restaurant has a way of making a simple dinner feel a little more special, especially for anyone who enjoys seafood paired with good wine and a laid-back evening setting.

What stood out to me most was how naturally everything flowed, from the attentive dine-in experience to the polished presentation of the food and drinks. The cocktail selection adds personality to the meal, while the availability of wine, beer, and hard liquor gives plenty of options depending on the mood. Some guests arrive for a relaxed dinner with friends, while others seem to settle in for longer evenings filled with seafood plates, conversation, and another round of drinks. Even the coffee service feels thoughtfully included rather than treated like an afterthought.

Al Porto also appeals to diners looking for healthier choices without sacrificing flavor. The seafood-focused menu creates that balance easily, offering dishes that feel satisfying but never too heavy. At the same time, the restaurant still keeps the atmosphere lively enough for late-night dining, making it suitable for both casual evenings and more social nights out in Milan. The location itself adds to the charm, surrounded by the unmistakable rhythm of the city, yet the restaurant manages to feel comfortably tucked away from the rush, giving guests a chance to slow down and enjoy the experience a little longer.

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Business Info

Service options

Service options

+ Dine-in

+ No Delivery

Highlights

Highlights

+ Great coffee

+ Great dessert

+ Great wine list

Popular for

Popular for

+ Lunch

+ Dinner

+ Solo dining

Accessibility

Accessibility

+ Wheelchair accessible restroom

+ Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

Offerings

+ Alcohol

+ Beer

+ Cocktails

+ Coffee

+ Hard liquor

+ Healthy options

+ Late-night food

+ Wine

Dining options

Dining options

+ Lunch

+ Dinner

+ Dessert

+ Seating

+ Table service

Amenities

Amenities

+ Restroom

+ Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

Atmosphere

+ Cozy

+ Historic

+ Quiet

+ Romantic

+ Trendy

+ Upscale

Crowd

Crowd

+ Family-friendly

+ Groups

+ LGBTQ+ friendly

+ Tourists

Planning

Planning

+ Lunch reservations recommended

+ Reservations required

+ Dinner reservations recommended

+ Accepts reservations

Payments

Payments

+ Checks

+ Credit cards

+ Debit cards

+ NFC mobile payments

Children

Children

+ High chairs

Parking

Parking

+ Free street parking

+ Paid parking garage

+ Paid parking lot

+ Parking

Pets

Pets

+ Dogs allowed

+ Dogs allowed inside

+ Dogs allowed outside

Hour time open

Right Now :

  • Monday: 07:30 PM - 10:30 PM
  • Tuesday: 12:30 PM - 02:30 PM ,
    07:30 PM - 10:30 PM
  • Wednesday: 12:30 PM - 02:30 PM ,
    07:30 PM - 10:30 PM
  • Thursday: 12:30 PM - 02:30 PM ,
    07:30 PM - 10:30 PM
  • Friday: 12:30 PM - 02:30 PM ,
    07:30 PM - 10:30 PM
  • Saturday: 12:30 PM - 02:30 PM ,
    07:30 PM - 10:30 PM
  • Sunday: Closed
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+39 02 8940 7425

Piazzale Antonio Cantore, 13, 20144 Milano MI, Italy

Reviews

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The fresh seafood, service, personalization are 10/10. We left our food selection to our waiter who was kind, attentive, and gave us a memorable experience from appetizer, to mains, to wine, to dessert. Will be my go to place in Milan. An old establishment with a team who knows what they are doing.

- Sevgi Narissa Yumlu -

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A happy accident finding Al Puerto, nearly a year ago my father and I had the most amazing dining experience! Turns out, there was a really interesting area near our hotel that had loads of great restaurants called Darsena del Naviglio, the gateway to Naviglio Grande & Naviglio Pavese - two of the five canals of Milan. I set our sites on one destination as we spontaneously chose the first restaurant we encountered: Al Puerto! This was a wonderful chance for dad and I to enjoy some amazing seafood in a creative and traditional fashion. Everything was meticulous, and I’ve never seen waiters work so, so, so hard! We were on a second story mezzanine of the restaurant and every turn of food was brought up and down those stairs. One of the most impressive displays of service I’ve ever seen, hands down! This restaurant puts every waiter in Vegas, NYC, Paris and Rome to shame. This phenomenal dinner is owed mainly in part to our server Luigi (in the photo with my father and I) as he ensured the best service, quality, and flavors in all of Italy. He went above and beyond what I would ask any waiter for, and yet, his service kept surprising my father and I as he also brought out fun treats and special flavors that we wouldn’t even know to ask for. In addition to this, the aesthetic of the restaurant was beautiful, rustic, and thematic from all angles. I wish we didn't eat so quickly so I could've taken better photos, so we will have to return soon! In addition, Signore Cico and Signore Lorenzi were incredible gentlemen of class and passion, both elevating our experience and encapsulating the memories with incredible service, history, information, insight, amicability and quality. This experience is worth passing on to others, even a year later, this was the most memorable dining experience of all Italy and in all my travels. Please keep up the impeccable quality that you bring to the world, it's an honor to dine here! You easily see, smell, and taste every flavor from beginning to end! Go, book a reservation, & explore with an open palate!

- Jon Yu -

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Fabulous dinner. We didn't reserve a table, but Paulo the super waiter offered us to sit at the bar. From that point, a festival of good food and wine started. Paulo saw that we wanted to try everything, and tailor made a creative and colorful dinner for us, mixing different dishes in different sizes, to give us the perfect experience. Everything we tried was perfect. If you are seafood fans, this is the right place for you in Milan.

- Renana Mosek -

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Our server was Michele and his recommendations were excellent . We had turbot fish, shrimp, scampi, raw fish, oysters..the whole lot all on small serving, a bit like a tasting menu. It was excellent and not too much. Seafood was fresh and well cooked.

- Daniel Cheoh -

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We were looking for a good place to celebrate my wife dinner, following a recommendation from a local friend we booked a table at Al Porto restaurant. We had an end to end amazing experience, starting from the warm welcome at the entrance to the professional staff to the great food and wine. It seems that they pay high attention to the service level and the quality of ingredients. We really enjoyed.

- Daniel Chemouny -

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Amazing hospitality from the owner. It’s akin to inviting you into their family kitchen. Seafood was amazingly fresh and the preparation reflects the personality of the region. Staff was attentive and service was impeccable. Will be back, hungry for more.

- Chia Wee Tan -

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Excellent seafood and elegant dining in Milan We had a fantastic dinner at Al Porto during our visit to Milan. The seafood was incredibly fresh — especially the grilled fish and seafood pasta, which were cooked to perfection. The presentation was elegant, and every dish was full of flavor. The atmosphere was classy yet relaxed, with attentive and professional service that made us feel truly welcome. As visitors from Malaysia, we were impressed by the warm hospitality and the high standard of food. Highly recommended for anyone looking for top-quality seafood in Milan!

- Melvin Chau -

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Beautiful nautical theme restaurant with a wide variety of seafood dishes. Everything is fresh and cooked at your request. Service is amazing! Great choice of deserts.

- Irina Roskina -

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