Røst
Seasonal cuisine, vegetables, off-cuts of meat and fish, bold flavours, and natural wines in Porta Venezia, Milan.
Røst is a modern bistrot in Milan that blends Scandinavian influences with the solid flavours of local Italian ingredients, creating a dynamic and playful culinary experience. The restaurant’s interior strikes a balance between contemporary elegance and cozy charm, with velvet seating, pastel-colored walls, and golden accents.
Named after a small Norwegian island, Røst draws inspiration from Nordic culinary traditions and their rich history of cultural exchange. The cuisine at Røst is grounded in rustic, seasonal ingredients, with a focus on simple yet bold dishes. The menu evolves with the seasons and invites guests to share a variety of small plates, offering a harmonious blend of familiar flavors and inventive twists.
Signature dishes include mondeghili (traditional Milanese meatballs), pumpkin, fried liver, cod, and turnips. Carefully curated by sommelier Enrico Murru, the wine list features a wide selection of natural, niche wines.
Røst puts an emphasis on purity, biodiversity, and innovative cooking techniques like fermentation. Despite its Nordic inspiration, the restaurant remains deeply rooted in the Italian culinary tradition, embracing the “new old cuisine” movement that reinterprets rustic, regional dishes with a contemporary flair. The focus is on using high-quality, often overlooked ingredients to craft dishes that are both grounded and refined.
