Sachi Milano

In Piazza Cordusio, on the fourth floor of Palazzo Gran Meliá, Sachi brings contemporary Japanese cooking that goes beyond sushi to Milan. An elegant, theatrical restaurant featuring a terrace garden that offers one of the city’s most spectacular panoramas: the Duomo from an unseen angle, immersed in an oasis of greenery set high above the historic centre.

The detailed interior blends wood, natural fabrics and maritime accents, creating a sophisticated yet welcoming atmosphere. The grand bonsai tree commanding the dining room stands as a symbol of balance and roots, while the unhurried pace invites you to linger, guided by beauty and flavour.

At Sachi in Milan, chef Moon Kyung Soo champions a philosophy blending rigour and conviviality. On one side lies the precision and finesse of Japanese fine dining; on the other, the casual, shared spirit of the izakaya, Japan’s traditional taverns. The result is a selection of dishes that balance tradition and creativity.

The cooking at Sachi unfolds like a multi-course performance, opening with the near-ritual precision of sushi and sashimi—prepared in full view if you sit at the counter—before moving to the robata, the charcoal grill that heightens flavours and textures. Ingredients are sourced with care: fresh fish arrives daily, vegetables follow the seasons, and sauces and marinades are crafted in-house using traditional techniques given a contemporary spin. It makes for an accomplished menu that brings out the very best in the produce.

To accompany the meal, a list of sake and Japanese whiskies, selected wines and signature cocktails rounds off the experience, turning even an aperitivo on the terrace into an occasion.

Sachi is neither a venue to rush through nor one for those after a standard Japanese dinner: here, time becomes part of the pleasure. It is an experience weaving technique and elegance in a setting that reveals a fresh side of Milan. A memorable address where the East meets the city from above.