Mimi Sheraton

"Pesa's rendition of the city's famed cotoletta reminded me why I so much favor that breaded veal cutlet, even as Wiener schnitzel — something about just the right thick-thin juiciness of meat, the subtle blend of salt and peppered crumbs and the dash of lemon on top that is soothing simplicity at its best."

Travel + Leisure

"Classic dishes like risotto alla milanese, ossobuco, and riso al salto are served much as they were 100 years ago."

Condé Nast Traveler

"Despite the fact that it’s tucked in a 19th-century weigh station, it exudes a warm, cozy ambiance and serves up an excellent Osso buco alla Milanese."

Marie-France Thorisson

"This Milanese restaurant leaves me with the fondest Italian food memories, and their risotto Milanese is the best ever, especially served with an osso buco."

Mimi Sheraton

"Polenta with brasato and supple osso buco with the proper gremolada topping of lemon rind, parsley, garlic, and mashed anchovies could not be better."

Meri Mura

"Milan is home to the best cotoletta in all of Italy, and this trattoria has the best cotoletta in Milan."

World Travel Guide

"Step into old-world Italy at Antica Trattoria della Pesa (Viale Pasubio 10) for incredible ossobuco in one of Milan’s first restaurants."

Michele Koh Morollo

"Two locals had recommended this place for a good risotto alla Milanese and osso bucco, and I was not disappointed. Thoroughly rewarding osso bucco. Must try: Osso bucco with risotto alla Milanese."

Krisanne Fordham

"You can’t go wrong with veal shanks braised slowly in white wine and vegetables, served with a tangy, garlicky gremolata."

Maria Angela Silleni

"Lovers of Milanese cuisine shouldn't miss the cassoeula."