Joia
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MICHELIN Guide selection
- One MICHELIN Star: High quality cooking, worth a stop!
- MICHELIN Green Star: Gastronomy and sustainability
MICHELIN Guide's Point Of View
This restaurant in one of Milan’s historic districts is home to the chef who first introduced the concept of natural, vegetarian cuisine to the world ...
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Restaurant menu
- Selezione Di Tre Vini Nobili E Di Medio Corpo,
- €35
- Selezione Di Tre Vini Pregiati E Di Buona Struttura,
- €60
- Selezione Di Tre Vini Preziosi E Di Annata,
- €90
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What diners said about this restaurant:
Jean Paul M. • 17 reviews
January 23, 2024
7.5/10We were curious to try this place for the first time, it is not up to what we expected from a stared restaurant especially concerning the service. The chef is creative, but the final result is not over the top. I would have expected a better overall experience.
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Alessandra S. • 16 reviews
January 11, 2024
9.5/10Vegetarian paradise with a chef that has traveled the world and can offer a world class experience Special thanks to the waitress who stands out in the whole staff. Professional and kind, she goes out of her way with guests.
Karin D. • 1 review
October 24, 2023
7.5/10Amazing vegetarian food! Rather serious ambience and tense vibes though. No-one smiles.
Kedar M. • 1 review
October 14, 2023
8.5/10The staff were welcoming but as my reservation was at 12:30 I was surprised the doors were still locked and it took them a few moments to unlock them (at 12:30). As a courtesy to the restaurant I didn’t want to be late but they were likely not used to someone showing up right as they open. The staff were welcoming and their English was good. They were serious and did not do much small talk. Perhaps it was a language issue so not a significant criticism. I appreciated them going over all the items but wish they had spent more time explaining the ingredients, the reasons for the pairings, and the overall themes. The only example they offered was that one of the cheeses was from the chef’s hometown. Under a colorful blanket was my favorite - mystical presentation and many interesting flavors and textures. I thought in the morning before sunrise was rather bland - a missed opportunity with a dal curry. The navel of the world was skipped because I had left a comment that I didn’t like mushrooms. I was disappointed this wasn’t replaced with another dish. The law of chance also stood out as being a nice mixture of textures and flavors and I appreciated the server prepping it in front of me. The golden volcano looked nice but the flavors seemed redundant. I don’t have a sweet tooth but perhaps having something sweet along with the tartness of the apple would’ve been nice. The mango ice cream was nice and neutral - more of a palate cleanser than an accompaniment to the apple/fruity volcano. An opportunity to see the chef, even briefly, would have been very welcome. Overall I’ll come back as I appreciate the creativity, vegetarian options, and commitment to sustainability. Bravo.
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Mark E. • 3 reviews
October 11, 2023
10/10The most extraordinarily original dinner I have ever had. Neither my wife or I are vegetarian, but we thoroughly enjoyed it.
FRED L. • 3 reviews
October 10, 2023
10/10Just a fantastic evening. Exceeded expectations (which were high). Would strongly recommend, even if you’re in Milan just for one night. Grazie!
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Dylan M. • 1 review
September 29, 2023
10/10Simone was attentive, funny, and excellent. Food was delicious. Vibes were electric. Would recommend to anyone.
Mueller K. • 1 review
July 26, 2023
8.5/10Thank you, we had a great evening. We were thankful to have alcohol-free cocktail options that were really really amazing!
Pierre W. • 2 reviews
July 21, 2023
10/10Amazing meal. As a non-vegetarian, it was stunning to experience a vegetable-based meal where the food is absolutely delicious in its own right, and isn't trying to be a meat replacement. Easily the best of it's kind that we have experienced. Highly highly recommend. P.S. if you just go for the risotto, it's still worth it!
Amy E. • 1 review
July 13, 2023
10/10Inventive dishes that question conventionality. Love that! It’s what I look for in a restaurant!
Beth K. • 2 reviews
June 17, 2023
10/10The meal was exceptional and the entire evening was special. It’s so rare to find fine dining and vegetarian fare. If you’re in to tasting menus, fine dining and vegetarian or veg curious, don’t miss JOIA.
Arthur S. • 2 reviews
June 15, 2023
10/10Great experience…6-course meal was super inventive and beautifully presented. We are vegan and restaurant was able to accommodate restrictions with no problem.
Cesar F. • 2 reviews
June 1, 2023
9/10Quiet place, with great food. Very unique experience to go to a Michelin star restaurant that only serves vegetarian and vegan food. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable.
Alexander H. • 1 review
April 18, 2023
9/10Food was very good - interior clean in all ways - service good (we had two waiters, one was excellent the other good). All in all a perfect vegetarian experience
Jacob W. • 1 review
April 13, 2023
5.5/10Each dish at this restaurant was well thought out and executed. However, the extremely poor service at completely overshadowed the otherwise good food. The head waiter and other staff created an uncomfortable and stiff atmosphere that made the overall experience unpleasant.
Michael M. • 3 reviews
March 10, 2023
10/10Carnivore accidentally booked this vegetarian Michelin starred restaurant, but decided to keep the reservation to have a healthier evening after a week of heavy eating in Italy. Food had a clean, fresh taste. Inventive recipes and fun presentation.
Elspeth D. • 4 reviews
March 9, 2023
9.5/10Joia is simply outstanding every time. A cornucopia of flavours and schools even dedicated vegetarians on the success of creating a rich and varied meal without meat. Outstanding wine list and the markup on prices is not as high as in other restaurants. Always a delight to speak to the chef.
Roland L. • 3 reviews
February 24, 2023
5/10It was a mis-advertise when the tag was saying that is European. and then find out when I reached the restaurant that is vege. The presentation is excellent, however, the food taste is really not acceptable.
Emily V. • 8 reviews
February 21, 2023
10/10Another exceptional evening at Joia! From arrival to departure, service is outstanding. The service is matched with exquisite food - clever pairings and delicious flavors. An evening at Joia always promises to be a delight and last night was so exception.
Nand Kumar K. • 1 review
January 18, 2023
7/10Factthat u had just one choice - tasting Menu and aboslutely no other option is not palatable. Many dishes is. tasting menu was far far from my desired taste. So thats it how can i go. there again. I prefer to eat dishes which i really enjoy to eat. Just for experiencing it , well have done that.
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Via Panfilo Castaldi, 18, 20124, Milano, Italy
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