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June 25, 2025
Going to the Italian Grand Prix at Monza is about more than merely seeing the F1 cars go by—it’s also about relishing some of Italy’s most recognizable food. No matter if you set up camp in Monza near the circuit or in Milan, the food options everywhere around the circuit are truly exceptional. You can eat at restaurants so good they have stars—Michelin stars, that is—or at places where casual F1 fans go to grab a slice of pizza before the race starts. You can eat near the track, or you can eat in the vicinity of the F1 after-party. Here’s a handy guide to help you figure out where to fuel up this weekend.
A feel-good favorite serving Neapolitan-style pizza with a purpose. PizzAut employs young adults with autism and has garnered national commendation for its cause and its superlative pizza. Budget-friendly and heartwarming, it’s a top pick for fans in search of a meaningful meal.
A go-to place for pizza that's thin, crunchy, and topped creatively. This spot is not only a favorite of the locals but is also a go-to mention among Formula 1 folks. Cagiada may have a relaxed vibe, but its light, long-leavened crust has enough structure to make it a proper pizza that F1 drivers like Daniel Ricciardo are known to favor.
Located merely 2 km from the racetrack, this grill serves up a blend of Spanish-Italian dishes in what could only be described as a lively atmosphere. The menu, redolent with the smells of Spain and Italy, offers up a mélange of Spanish classics (and then some unforgettable crowd-pleasers) that truly ups the ante for the dining experience near the Formula 1 Italian GP.
Gourmet Italian fine food served in two distinct styles makes this excellent choice for an elevated meal very special. Its bistro downstairs, with a dark wood bar and wooden-beamed ceiling, glows with the warm light of pizza ovens. The chef’s Campanian heritage truly shines through at the next level, where modern dishes undergo an alchemical transformation from kitchen to table.
Chef Maria Rosaria Peluso brings Puglian tradition to life with an elegant twist. Mamìe offers multi-course menus that blend Southern Italian flavor with modern flair. It’s a great spot for a quiet dinner away from the crowds.
This Michelin-starred jewel in the center of Monza delights in both flavors and fashionable presentation. With its changing tasting menus and dishes that bowl you over with their straightforward deliciousness—like the saffron risotto, a rice dish that courts saffron as if it were a love affair—this is the place to take yourself when you need to be coddled. And if you’re doing that on the weekend of the not-to-be-missed Monza E.P.I.C. experience, well, then, that’s just perfect.
This happens to be the location of the grill. Across from the Royal Villa in Hotel de la Ville, you will find this establishment, which offers a fine regional cuisine. It is best visited when you want to impress that certain someone with an upscale dining experience. And you really can't go wrong with its decor or service.
If you are on the same itinerary as the Duomo, make it a point to visit Savini for the city's most iconic dish—risotto alla Milanese. This upscale restaurant, with its opulent 19th-century arcade, serves as a delightful bridge between the past and the present, making for a very special dining experience.
Serving substantial Milanese fare such as osso buco and saffron risotto since 1921, Masuelli is a must for anyone angling for a real local experience. The restaurant’s reasonable prices, forthright authenticity, and oddball charm make it an easy choice for my list of Milan favorites.
A pizza joint with huge dishes and tons of cars on the walls, Pizza Big is fast, fun, and full of fervent F1 fans. The staff gets lively during GP weekend and is ideal for groups looking for a fun, casual, and very affordable dinner.
This warm trattoria is the perfect dinner spot if you want to experience an intimate, cozy night out—that’s what I was told, anyway, by the not-so-unbiased interview subjects who suggested I check it out. It’s a pasta lover’s paradise, and while I never did confirm who exactly is responsible for the pastas, I did hear that they might be made under the direction of a certain Vettel. That dark horse.
Contrasted with the canals and outdoor bars, pratozzos (which used to be used when washing the laundry) mark the pre-dinner drinks and snacks. It’s a budget-friendly, vibrant area to unwind after a day at the circuit.
If you are lodging nearer the heart of Milan, Brera greets you with charming streets paved with cobbles and eateries whose styles run the gamut from classic trattorias to modern wine bars. After a day of business, consider this neighborhood for an evening walk and meal.
Situated in a trendy courtyard, this cafe and concept store makes a great setting for a light lunch or pre-race coffee. More modern than traditional, it's a neat place for those wandering in the Corso Como area to take a pit stop.
If you are preparing for the rigors of a long race day or are unwinding after a podium celebration, there is absolutely no shortage of great dining options in and around Monza and Milan to satisfy whatever culinary urges you may have. From the simplest pizzerias to the most upscale restaurants (and that range exists, to be sure), you are within easy reach of an Italian meal you won't soon forget, and moreover, one in which the flavor and execution are bound to exceed your wildest expectations.
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