Washoku Guide
Cities/Milan/Sushi/IYO Omakase
Milan · Sushi · omakase

IYO Omakase

JapaneseOmakaseEdomaeSushi CounterFine DiningPorta NuovaGambero Rosso

One of Milan's most coveted sushi experiences, IYO Omakase seats just seven guests at a counter in a private room adjacent to IYO Kaiseki. Under the direction of Takeshi Iwai, the edomae-influenced omakase changes daily with Japan-sourced fish and seasonal Italian ingredients.

Price
¥¥¥¥
Area
Porta Nuova / Garibaldi
Since
2020
Chef
Takeshi Iwai
Owner
Claudio Liu / IYO s.r.l.
IYO Omakase — authentic japanese restaurant in Milan, Porta Nuova / Garibaldi
Plate № 08
Editorial placeholder
About
Sharing an entrance with IYO Kaiseki at the foot of Torre Solaria, IYO Omakase operates as a fully independent experience: seven seats, two sittings per evening, and a completely improvised menu built on whatever premium fish and seasonal produce the chefs source that day. The format is rooted in Edo-period edomae sushi tradition — nigiri prepared to order in front of guests, supplemented by small composed courses that move through cooked fish, soups, and aged proteins. Culinary Director Takeshi Iwai, who has lived and cooked in Italy for over 14 years, bridges Japanese precision with a deep familiarity with Italian ingredients. The result earned Gambero Rosso Tre Bacchette recognition in 2025. Advance booking is essential; both evening sittings fill weeks ahead.
Neighborhood & visiting

IYO Omakase sits in Porta Nuova / Garibaldi, one of Milan's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. Reservations are available online — for a focused sushi counter this is strongly recommended. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional sushi restaurants often close between service periods.

Why it's on Washoku Guide
  • Gambero Rosso Tre Bacchette 2025 and strictly limited to seven diners per sitting — one of the most exclusive Japanese dining experiences in Italy.
  • The menu changes every single day based on the best available fish, making each visit a genuinely unique encounter with seasonal Japanese cuisine.
  • Watching Iwai and his team prepare edomae nigiri and composed courses from arm's length at the hinoki wood counter is a rare theatrical pleasure.

First sitting 19:00–21:00, second sitting 21:30–23:30. Both sittings start simultaneously for all guests — no individual arrival times. Book via the IYO Omakase website. Located in a separate room from IYO Kaiseki; accessible from Piazza Alvar Aalto or Viale della Liberazione stairway.

Links
Reserve →Website →Map →Yelp →Tripadvisor →

More authentic sushi in Milan

Other authentic cuisines in Milan

Browse by cuisine in Milan:KaisekiIzakayaDonburi

Authentic sushi in other cities

Frequently asked

About IYO Omakase

Is IYO Omakase an authentic japanese restaurant in Milan?
Yes — IYO Omakase is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for japanese in Milan: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused sushi format.
Where is IYO Omakase located?
IYO Omakase is located at Piazza Alvar Aalto / Viale della Liberazione 15, 20124 Milano MI, Milan, Italy in the Porta Nuova / Garibaldi neighborhood.
Do I need a reservation at IYO Omakase?
IYO Omakase accepts reservations online. For an authentic sushi experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
What is the price range at IYO Omakase?
IYO Omakase sits in the ¥¥¥¥ price range — typical for japanese of this format in Milan.
Keep exploring
All Japanese restaurants in Milan →Sushi in Milan →Authentic sushi worldwide →All cities →