DOU was the first restaurant I bumped into in Milan, while I was visiting a flat nearby and it has remained one of my favorites in the city ever since.
At the entrance, you will see a guy (Xoing aka Antonio) preparing countless variety of dim sums. It seems that he puts all his care into those stuffed dumplings that are waiting to be steamed or grilled. And I can tell you that once you taste one of his dim sums, you would feel like giving a handshake to the guy out of respect for how good they are.
You have all kinds of options but my favorites are the ones stuffed with grilled pork meat.
If dim sum is not really your thing, they have an extensive menu with dishes, they are all simply delicious. One of the greatest draws of the place is the selection of cuisines from different regions – Thailand, Indonesia, South China, Malaysia, etc.
The design is minimalistic – dimmed lighting with spot lights on each table, so the feel is very intimate. It is a weirdly great combination between chic and relaxed atmosphere.
Downstairs there is a bar area but I would recommend you go for dinner or, if your timing allows, go for the very good value-for-money lunch deals.
On your way out, look at the large photo hanging above the cashier. Try to guess which location it is from. A hint – it looks like New York but it isn't.
Find your way with 185 Insider Tips from our Local Spotters
One of the most interesting in the city, founded in 1576, it has the same structure as some Roman-Greek circular temples, "tholos" in ancient Greek.
by
It was built in the V century around a stone, which beneath it had the relics of four Christian martyrs who were brutally tortured and then killed...
by
Alda Merini was one of the most interesting people in the city and was always wandering around Navigli, so anybody could go and meet her in that district.
by
Villa Invernizzi is an impressive Milan mansion with its own covey of pink flamingos. They spend their quiet lives in the garden, used to the attention.
by
Though Pinocchio's statue is easy to overlook, it serves as a reminder of Milan’s deep connection to Italian culture, inviting us to see beyond the surface
by
On Saint'Eustorgio square stands the statue of Saint Peter of Verona, the crual Inquisitor of Milan and Como, overseeing trials for witchcraft and sorcery.
by
Locals say via Bagnera is haunted, with the wind carrying whispers of a gruesome legacy. Pause and imagine Milan’s hidden history in this quiet corner.
by
AOC's charm is not just in the goods but in the story behind them, shared passionately by the founder’s son and his wife, who now run the store.
by
These fountains, both historic and functional, are reminders of Milan’s longstanding connection with mineral water—an overlooked aspect of the city’s past.
by
Backdoor43 in Milan is life experienced through a whiskey glass. This is the smallest bar in the world. 3 people maximum for each session, booked in advance.
by
Casa 770 striking facade was built to bring a piece of Brooklyn’s spirit to Milan, it’s the only one in Europe, and now it serves as a cultural hub.
by
"Tenoha Milano" has Nippon minimalism. No fluffy puff, no chichi, no HelloKitty. This place oozes craftsmanship, period. You'll wanna come back asap.
by
185 Insider Tips from our local Spotters
Authentic Stories by Real People
Escape the Crowd & Travel Slow 🐌
✓ 0 Insider Tips from our local Spotters
✓ 185 Insider Tips