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$ 18.00Whole wheat bread, rustic country loaf, house-made focaccia, crispy grissini, carasau flatbread. Served with marinated olives, sun-dried tomato tapenade, and Italian extra-virgin olive oil.
Whole wheat bread, rustic country loaf, house-made focaccia, crispy grissini, carasau flatbread. Served with marinated olives, sun-dried tomato tapenade, and Italian extra-virgin olive oil.
Taggiasche and Nocellara olives, pickled garlic, lupini beans, Italian seasoning.
Yellowfin tuna and avocado tartare, calabrian chili aioli, taggiasche olives, orange.
Wagyu beef carpaccio, mustard lemon olive oil, truffle pecorino, arugula.
Yellowtail, assorted citrus, fresh horseradish, evoo, sea salt.
Apulian burrata, Path Valley heirloom tomatoes, basil oil, saba “Caprese”.
Veal in a velvety tuna sauce, Pantelleria capers.
Buffalo ricotta cheese and basil filled squash blossoms in tempura, eggplant sauce.
Charred Mediterranean octopus, caviar lentil, fresco chili, pickled onion.
Classic eggplant parmigiana.
Prosciutto di Parma, culatello, artisanal salami and cheese, house condiments.
Baby arugula, fennel, lemon, olive oil, medoro pecorino cheese.
Butter lettuce salad, lemon vinaigrette, candied walnuts, mild gorgonzola.
Chopped salad of radicchio, belgian endive, cherry tomatoes, Taggiasche olives, celery, avocado, cucumber, balsamic vinaigrette.
Angel hair, corbarino tomato and basil sauce.
Gragnano linguine, Maine lobster, lightly spicy tomato sauce.
Short paccheri, shrimp, calamari, mussels, clams, fresh cherry tomato, frutti di mare.
House braised veal and spinach-filled ravioli, veal and sage reduction.
House tagliatelle, veal, pork, and beef ragù “Bolognese style”.
House truffle pappardelle, white veal ragù, Parmigiano Reggiano.
House aged pecorino sardo filled tortelloni, black peppercorns, asparagus, truffle “Cacio e Pepe style”.
Forest mushroom risotto, Parmigiano Reggiano.
Aquerello riso, saffron, Parmigiano Reggiano milanese style.
Fresh rosemary and sea salt focaccia. Add tomatoes bruschetta 5 / add prosciutto 10
Maida-Vastola tomato, fior di latte mozzarella, artichokes, seasonal mushrooms, culatello, crispy salami, Taggiasche olives.
Maida-Vastola tomato, buffalo mozzarella, Earth N Eats farm basil.
Fiordilatte mozzarella, prosciutto di Parma, arugula, shaved Parmigiano Reggiano.
Fiordilatte mozzarella, artichokes, Italian mild sausage, Grana Padano.
Maida-Vastola tomato, buffalo mozzarella, spicy salame, 'nduja, scamorza.
Pan seared Chilean sea bass, black garlic sauce, caramelized fennel.
Wild alaskan halibut, green peas, forest mushrooms, lemon olive oil.
Grilled ora king salmon, heirloom squash, basil, heirloom cherry tomato.
16oz veal chop, asparagus, porcini mushroom and veal reduction. Veal parmigiana also available
Veal chop \"Milanese style\", Path Valley arugula and tomato salad. Veal paillard, pounded and grilled available
Veal tenderloin wrapped with sage and prosciutto, potato millefeuille, asparagus, veal jus\" saltimbocca\".
Slowly cooked Wagyu beef short ribs, mashed potatoes, gremolada.
Jurgilewicz farm boneless half chicken, baby carrots, cipollini onion, thyme lemon.
16 oz grilled Angus beef rib eye, forest mushroom, asparagus, Hawaiian black lava salt, beef jus.
Broccoli rabe | Truffle house fries | Asparagus | Heirloom carrots
Italian extra virgin olive oil, IGP Toscano Azienda Agricola Carraia (16 oz bottle)
Tagliatelle alla Bolognese (G), Spaghetti alla Carbonara (G,E,D), Rigatoni all'Amatriciana (G). And other traditional favorites
Empress Gin, Lime, Lemon Bitters. “A purple twist on a classic gin gimlet.”
Limoncello, Prosecco, Club Soda. “Fresh and summery twist on a classic Aperol Spritz.”
Citadelle Gin, Lemon, Veuve Clicquot. “We went all French for this bubbly classic!”
Disaronno, Bulleit Bourbon, Orange, Lemon, Bitters. “Our version of this famous sour, with real Amaretto cookies!”
Don Julio Blanco, Rosemary, Lime, Grapefruit Soda. “A fizzy and zesty classic, but our way.”
Bulleit Rye, Cynar, Bitters. “If you love Italian amaro, you’re gonna love this twist on the Manhattan.”
Bulleit Rye, Peychaud, Demerara, Absinthe. Normally neat, but also available over a big ice cube.
Black, Lagavulin, Ginger, Honey, Lemon. “Gingery and slightly smoky.”
Blanco, Reposado, Anejo, Joven
Durango, Guerrero, San Luis Potosi
Hibiki Harmony, Yamazaki 18, Hakushu 18, Hibiki 21
Italian pale lager
Non-alcoholic Italian lager
American light pilsner
Mexican pale lager
Italian blonde lager
Italian amber beer
Italian specialty beer
American India Pale Ale
Traditional herbal liqueur
Original Italian amaretto liqueur
Italian herbal liqueur with vanilla notes
Italian yellow herbal liqueur
Italian hazelnut liqueur
Rosolio di Bergamotto Italian liqueur
Traditional Italian cherry liqueur
Traditional Italian anise liqueur
Coffee-infused Italian sambuca
Nestled in the historic and vibrant heart of Georgetown, Cafe Milano has long stood as an iconic Washington, D.C. institution, seamlessly blending sophisticated Italian dining with a high-energy social scene. Known for attracting politicians, diplomats, and local trendsetters alike, the restaurant delivers an upscale ambiance defined by polished service, elegant Italian décor, and coveted sidewalk seating that makes people-watching an art form.
The kitchen prides itself on creatively presented Italian dishes that honor traditional roots while embracing modern flair. Standout highlights include:
As a premier fine-dining destination in Georgetown, Cafe Milano operates in a higher price tier ($100+ per person for a full multi-course meal with drinks). Starters and salads range from $16 to $27, pastas and pizzas average $25 to $35, and premium mains such as chops and steaks range from $45 to $63. Portions are refined and presentation is immaculate, making it best suited for celebratory dinners, business deals, and memorable nights out.
Reservations are strongly recommended—especially for weekend dinner services or outdoor terrace seating on sunny afternoons. Valet parking and nearby garages ease the Georgetown parking hunt. While the dining room can become lively and boisterous during peak evening hours, the attentive multilingual staff ensures every guest feels exceptionally well cared for.
1264 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20007
1063 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20007
1639 Wisconsin Ave NW #1, Washington, DC 20007
1201 24th St NW, Washington, DC 20037
1190 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington, DC 20037
2112 Pennsylvania Ave NW suite 102, Washington, DC 20037
Cafe Milano is located at 3251 Prospect St NW, Washington, DC 20007, right in the heart of historic Georgetown.
Yes, reservations via Resy or Google are highly recommended for both lunch and dinner, particularly if you wish to secure a sought-after outdoor patio table.
While known for its exquisite veal chops, handmade pastas, and wagyu carpaccio, signature favorites include the Tagliatelle Zegna, Ravioli Del Plin Cavalli, and Linguine B. Johnson.
Cafe Milano falls into an upscale price bracket ($100+ per person), with appetizers ranging from $16–$27, pastas and pizzas around $25–$35, and fine mains or steaks extending upwards of $45–$63.
Yes, the menu features several vegetarian options such as the Burrata, Insalata Milano, and mushroom-infused forest risotto, along with custom dietary accommodations upon request.
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