Nando Milano

Enjoyed the patio at Nandos during the last warm days of the year. We tried a lot of food that day and we’re so happy with each one. Definitely going back to experience it again during night time inside. I can remember how fresh and yummy the beet salad is just from looking at the pic. And how crunchy and flavorful the crostini was dipping into the mussels. Yum!

The food is rated as 5-stars. There are allergy options which solidified my 5-star review for the food. This restaurant is pricey which was a bit shocking; however we were satisfied with the food, service, & some of the atmosphere. The spaghetti on the photo has 1 shrimp, 1 scallop, & a several mussels & not worth $46. The bread was $12 & the prices were just shocking. Don't expect to leave thinking about falling asleep afterward. Our waitress gave us a free dessert for our anniversary which was a nice & appreciated surprise. The atmosphere & esthetics are rated lower due to the lighting & problems with the bathroom signage. The restaurant was too dark which made it hard for us to see the menus. Complaint: One suggestion is to make your bathroom sign visible for guests. We had to keep telling your guests where to find the bathroom because we were sitting close to it. Those of us who sat near the back of the restaurant were annoyed because directing traffic to your bathroom continuously interrupted our dinner!

I didn’t have high expectations. Champaign-Urbana isn’t Bologna, or even New Jersey. It’s in the middle of Illinois, surrounded by cornfields and Subway Sandwich shops. High end Italian, with the emphasis on eye in these parts, doesn’t exist. However, after fortification at Punch Cocktail Bar, we ran across the street at the recommendation of Jonathan, our bartender. As is our won’t, we grabbed two seats at the empty bar at Nando’s. Immediately impressed by the servers affect and sense of self as they went through their mixing and pouring behind the small bar, I perused the eclectic wine list. The selections offered were surprising for a restaurant in a lower Midwest college town. Jackson, knowledgeable and warm, took care of us, as we perused the selections on offer. His guidance through the extensive menu was helpful and engaging. Less helpful were the prices. Nando’s was not inexpensive, with sobering big city pricing. Yet, we were not disappointed, and were served food worth the expenditure. My salmon, with a piquant bite, was delicious. The fish was cooked with a tender touch. While Nando’s is not nestled on the shoreline in Mondello, the Cioppino’s tasty ocean morsels, soaked in a rich tomato sauce, reminded us of our trips to Sicily. We enjoyed our meal. Nando’s went way beyond our expectations. It must be popular. The dining room was packed at 9:00 on a Wednesday night. You will enjoy dining at Nando’s. When in doubt, ask for Jackson, and he will guide you through a wonderful meal. Bon appititu!

Squash blossoms were delicious, main food was pretty good but not my favorite when compared to some of the other Italian restaurants I’ve been to, and the desserts were delicious! Desserts were the highlight of our meal. Staff was friendly and the atmosphere was nice. Food was very expensive for the area but tasted like it was all made in house and I appreciate that. I recommend trying if you’re looking for a fancy Italian dinner in the area!

It was our Anniversary and Nando Milano didn't disappoint in the least bit. From their courtesy and well dressed staff. From their selection of wines and beverages we were amazed with our experience. Our servor did a phenomenal job on taking us on a journey of anticipation of flavors and delights in his description of the chef specials offered on the day. Let me tell you Nando Chefs did not disappoint. Everything we ate from our appetizer(Arancini di Riso), our salad(Spinaci e Pere del Giardino) and finally our Braised Lamb Shank main course selections were an absolutely mouth watering delight. We cannot wait to go back soon and highly recommend you treat yourself or that special someone to the Nando Milano experience.

My visit to Nando Milano was a very pleasant surprise. Tucked away in the heart of downtown Champaign, this restaurant is nestled in the perfect location for an evening stroll, live music or other festivities surrounding the area. The restaurant manager, G, was an amazing host who assured every aspect of the experience was enjoyable. Staff like Giuseppe, Jackson and Owen were super attentive and you could see the effectiveness of their team-oriented approach to offering a stellar dining experience. I was served by the bartender with mermaid colored hair (can't recall her name) but she was super helpful in making drink selections, all of which used fresh ingredients making them a cut above the rest. She also made suggestions to assure I didn't miss out on Nando's tasty dessert options, like the Panna Cotta Ai Frutti Di Bosco, a tasty and refreshing custard treat. Fresh bread and olive oil were a perfect starter option, preparing the palette for the succulent flavors of Aragosta Imperiale, a generous portion of Maine lobster, presented resting on a bed of spaghetti. This paired perfectly with Nando's Aragosta white wine for an exceptional culinary experience. Not pictured, but certainly not to be counted out is Nando's Gelato. My personal favorite is the passion fruit. Whether a night out with family and friends - they have a full dining room and furnished outdoor patio, a solo dinner at the bar like me or a simple visit to quench your desire for an experience fit for a King/Queen, Nando Milano's does an excellent job of bringing a taste of Italy to the heart of Champaign. A must try...!

Our second stop while visiting Champaign IL was @nandomilanotrat This Italian restaurant is conveniently located near array of bars and offers indoor dinning and a large outdoor seating area. Chef’s specials rotate often and include some amazing food choices. The wine menu is large enough to accompany any of the dish on the menu. The selection of appetizer did not disappoint us. TRY OUR FAVORITES: 🫒 TAGLIERE DI AFFETTATI 🍤 CALAMARI 🍝 RAVIOLI DI ARAGOSTA E GRANCHIO 🍖 CHEF’S SPECIAL - BRAISED PORK SHANK