Restaurants

Ponticello

4.5 690 reviews 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM Via Filippo Argelati, 1, 20143 Milano MI, Italy

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Ponticello, located along the picturesque grand canal in Milan, has quickly become a beloved spot for both locals and tourists. Known for its fantastic pizza and a diverse menu featuring traditional pastas and second plates, this restaurant excels in delivering quality dining experiences. Many patrons marvel at the cleanliness and warm ambiance of the well-lit interior, perfect for both lunches and heartfelt dinners.

Customer reviews highlight the superb service, with staff members who are not only attentive but also cheerful, ensuring an enjoyable visit. Franklyn raved about the outdoor seating, while Katie praised the Risotto Della Milanese and extensive wine and beer selections. Mirren noted how she couldn't resist returning multiple times during her stay, emphasizing the restaurant's reasonable prices given its scenic location.

While some diners reported a slight delay in service, the overall consensus is overwhelming positivity. Food enthusiasts, like Riya, found delightful dishes, including the Pomodoro pasta and eggplant ravioli, worth savoring. Just a heads up—keep an eye on your belongings while enjoying the charming surroundings. It’s certainly a place to return to, leaving you craving more of its delightful offerings!

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Amenities & More

Service options

Outdoor seating
Takeout
Dine-in

Highlights

Great coffee
Great dessert
Great wine list

Popular for

Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining

Dining options

Lunch
Dinner
Dessert
Seating
Table service

Amenities

Bar onsite
Restroom

Atmosphere

Casual
Cozy
Quiet
Romantic

Crowd

Groups
Tourists

Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with Ponticello before visiting.

Reviews for Ponticello

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Review highlights

Based on 690 reviews

Reviews for Ponticello highlight its charming location by the canal and consistently praised quality of food, particularly the pizzas, traditional pastas, and risottos. Guests appreciate the well-curated wine and beer selections alongside a clean, inviting atmosphere with both indoor and outdoor seating. Service is generally described as friendly and attentive, though occasional inconsistency in speed and interaction is noted. The restaurant's reasonable pricing for the area and relaxed dining experience contribute to its appeal, encouraging repeat visits. Overall, Ponticello is recognized for delivering a memorable dining experience combining authentic cuisine, pleasant ambiance, and reliable service.

Franklyn Louis Selzer

Oct 01, 2025

Fantastic pizza with outdoor seating on the grand canal! Service was superb. Great selection of pizzas on the menu as well as traditional pastas and second plates. It's very clean and has a well lit interior.

Katie N-S

Sep 03, 2025

Love their wine and beer selections, their Risotto Della Milanese was fantastic, waiter was very friendly! Enjoyed our late dinner here~

Mirren Kyle

Sep 01, 2025

Came across this beautiful restaurant near the canal, food was amazing & service was phenomenal!! so good we even visited on more than one occasion on our 3 day trip!! for lunch & dinner!!! was amazing would definitely recommend & would visit again!! reasonably priced for a restaurant in a beautiful location by the canal

noname weisstbescheid

Aug 31, 2025

Food was amazing! All the dishes were perfect and quick served The service guy was a bit weird towards us But overall highly recommended!

Riya Patel

Aug 20, 2025

Went on a Tuesday for lunch. Really good food. We wanted to sit for a bit and drink. Then order food, the waiter was happy with this - I assume it was not so busy so we were able to take our time. They serve Spritzes, it’s not on the menu but just ask. For food we had the Pomodoro pasta and eggplant ravioli. Both were amazing. Only reason service isn’t 5 stars is that it took a while to get the waiters attention to pay One thing to be wary of is homeless/ beggars. So make sure to keep an eye on your bags

Athina Skndl

Jun 29, 2025

Last Saturday I went there with my friends. We had a great time. The service was very good they made us a table for five people. Also the food was very good we ordered pasta and one scalzone. Carbonara and cacio e pepe were our favourites. I definitely recommend it.

Mak Abdennabi

Jun 25, 2025

Ponticello has been a delightful surprise in this busy area of Milano. The menu was very exhaustive and we (family) ended up ordering various items from the menu (fish, pizza, pasta) and I must say none missed the mark. Every plate was perfectly cooked and seasoned. Only low point is the staff availability. They are extremely busy so don’t expect to have any meaningful conversation with them. Last, we asked to be seated inside because the terrace was overcrowded and we were surprised to find a very warm space, ideal for a dinner. Kudos to the chef for the great food.

Júlia Dudás

Jun 13, 2025

Overall, we were satisfied with the restaurant. The pizza we had was amazing, and the drinks were also good. The carbonara was tasty too, although l’ve had better in Italy - it was a bit unsalted, and the texture of the sauce could have been creamier. In terms of value for money, it’s a very good restaurant in the center of Navigli.