Argentine
Milanesa
His reported favorite dish - breaded and fried beef cutlet, the Argentine version of schnitzel. Often served with mashed potatoes.
Tier A
Sports / Football
Lionel Messi
Eight-time Ballon d'Or winner and World Cup champion. Argentine football legend now lighting up Miami with Inter Miami while bringing his love of milanesa and asado to South Florida.
Miami
Current City
Argentine
Cuisine Roots
20+
Years in Barcelona
What is Lionel Messi's diet?
Messi's diet transformed after working with Italian nutritionist Giuliano Poser in 2014. His current diet emphasizes water, olive oil, whole grains, fresh fruits and vegetables, nuts, seeds, and fresh fish. He's significantly reduced sugar and processed foods compared to his earlier career.
Messi's Diet Breakdown
Tradition
Asado
Traditional Argentine barbecue featuring various cuts of beef. A staple of Argentine culture that Messi enjoys with family and teammates.
Tier A
Healthy
Fresh Fish & Vegetables
Following his diet transformation, Messi increased his intake of fresh fish, vegetables, and whole grains for sustained energy.
Tier A
Hydration
Water & Mate
Prioritizes water intake and enjoys traditional Argentine yerba mate tea, a cultural staple he's been photographed with countless times.
Tier AVerified Restaurant Visits
Frequently Asked Questions
Messi follows a diet developed with nutritionist Giuliano Poser, focusing on water, olive oil, whole grains, fresh fruits and vegetables, nuts, seeds, and fresh fish. He's reduced sugar and processed foods significantly since 2014.
Messi's reported favorite dish is milanesa (breaded beef cutlet), a traditional Argentine comfort food. He also loves asado (Argentine barbecue) and his mother Celia's home cooking from Rosario.
Since moving to Miami for Inter Miami, Messi has been spotted at Gekko (co-owned by David Beckham), various Argentine restaurants, and upscale South Beach establishments. He often dines with teammates and family.