The Taste of the Sea, Always Fresh

At Cactus Milano, fresh fish isn’t a rare find – it’s a daily promise. We are committed to serving only the finest catch, selected every day to ensure quality, sustainability, and authentic flavor. In an urban setting like Milan, where truly fresh seafood can seem like a challenge, we’ve made it a guarantee for our guests.

Throughout the seasons, our chef Alessio Sebastiani has crafted dishes that celebrate the diversity and elegance of the sea. From the flavorful Rockfish with artichokes, potatoes, and tondino beans—an ode to Mediterranean authenticity—to the refined Red Shrimp Crudo from Sanremo on purple carrot cream, created for Milan Design Week. And who could forget our Upside-Down Seafood Risotto, a vibrant dish featuring clams, razor clams, scampi, cuttlefish, bottarga, and caciucco? Each creation is made from the freshest ingredients, treated with care and creativity.

Every day, we offer a new Tartare of the Day, prepared with the best available catch: amberjack, tuna, salmon, or lesser-known but equally flavorful varieties. Paired with light sauces, citrus, or plant-based emulsions, our tartare changes with the sea, honoring its rhythms and offerings. It’s our way of staying true to the product while always offering something fresh and inspired by the tides.

Choosing fresh fish means embracing a balanced and healthy lifestyle without compromising on taste. At Cactus Milano, fish takes center stage in a modern, mindful cuisine that combines lightness, aesthetic appeal, and deep flavor. Whether for brunch, an elegant dinner, or a quick lunch, our seafood dishes are designed to nourish with sophistication—bringing the best of the Mediterranean right to the heart of Milan.