Guidebook for Milano

Francesco
Guidebook for Milano

Food Scene

It's common story that they invented the real Panettone first. Cappuccino & brioche (italian croissant) is the must-do. Don't take it away! just sit and relax :)
25 locals recommend
Pasticceria Giovanni Cova & C. Milano
91 Viale Monza
25 locals recommend
It's common story that they invented the real Panettone first. Cappuccino & brioche (italian croissant) is the must-do. Don't take it away! just sit and relax :)
The best fish restaurant in town: set up on a side of the metropolitan market, a very typical southern Italy family runs the place and it's not afraid to get you notice. Go for Impepata di Cozze (mules) or Fritto Misto - calamari are incredible! Be prepared: plates are huge! Incredibly good prices, too.
19 locals recommend
La Taverna Dei Terroni
18 Via Pietro Crespi
19 locals recommend
The best fish restaurant in town: set up on a side of the metropolitan market, a very typical southern Italy family runs the place and it's not afraid to get you notice. Go for Impepata di Cozze (mules) or Fritto Misto - calamari are incredible! Be prepared: plates are huge! Incredibly good prices, too.
One thing about Milano: it's not Naples, having pizza is extremely pointless and overrated - never go for it. With only one exception: Il Tegamino. They're from Naples and they'll tell you, it's probably the best pizza I ever had after Michele's and Sorbillo in Naples. They have 3 restaurants. Go for pizza with scamorza or fiordilatte and filetti (that's naples for fresh tiny tomatoes).
68 locals recommend
Il Tegamino
4 Via Matteo Maria Boiardo
68 locals recommend
One thing about Milano: it's not Naples, having pizza is extremely pointless and overrated - never go for it. With only one exception: Il Tegamino. They're from Naples and they'll tell you, it's probably the best pizza I ever had after Michele's and Sorbillo in Naples. They have 3 restaurants. Go for pizza with scamorza or fiordilatte and filetti (that's naples for fresh tiny tomatoes).
Ok, it's quite far from here... But totally worth it. Fish crudities and Milanese dishes are very well served along with nice mixology drinks. Ok, i'll tell you a secret: tell Richard you're my friends. He'll bring you in front of a wardrobe, next to the loos on -1 floor. There's a secret door inside: a cozy speakeasy parlor furnished with 70s design sofas and vintage jukebox, flippers and Italian traditional soccer table. Shhh don't tell anyone!
51 locals recommend
Trattoria Milanese
11 Via Santa Marta
51 locals recommend
Ok, it's quite far from here... But totally worth it. Fish crudities and Milanese dishes are very well served along with nice mixology drinks. Ok, i'll tell you a secret: tell Richard you're my friends. He'll bring you in front of a wardrobe, next to the loos on -1 floor. There's a secret door inside: a cozy speakeasy parlor furnished with 70s design sofas and vintage jukebox, flippers and Italian traditional soccer table. Shhh don't tell anyone!
Located at the gates of China Town, stands a kiosk run by young people cooking tradition: panzerotti, fritto misto, carpaccio - fresh fish dishes and outstanding wines. Impossibly cheap.
6 locals recommend
Il Chiosco di Mimì
16 Viale Pasubio
6 locals recommend
Located at the gates of China Town, stands a kiosk run by young people cooking tradition: panzerotti, fritto misto, carpaccio - fresh fish dishes and outstanding wines. Impossibly cheap.
Following the Brazilian tradition of sushi, Temakinho is one of the best exotic places in town. Online reservation is always required: ask for the music room, on level -1 a Wes Andersonian and pastel atmosphere will welcome you with the chants of Bossanova vibes with guitar and voice.
45 locals recommend
Temakinho
4 Via Giovanni Boccaccio
45 locals recommend
Following the Brazilian tradition of sushi, Temakinho is one of the best exotic places in town. Online reservation is always required: ask for the music room, on level -1 a Wes Andersonian and pastel atmosphere will welcome you with the chants of Bossanova vibes with guitar and voice.
Niko Romito probably wanted to pursue his studies in economics. But Italian family tradition came on his way: he decided to open up a cook school, where "outcast" people like himself, coming from totally different backgrounds, could change their life and discover themselves in professional kitchens. Spazio Milano is one of the three spots in Italy where students coming from a 6-months theoretical courses by Pollenzo teachers can experiment the new philosophy of Niko Romito: a simple dish centered on one high-quality element. My favorite thing: supper begins dipping artisanal bread into pure origin oil. More: find my interview to Niko Romito on Alla Carta magazine in the apartment!
Spazio Niko Romito Milano
1 Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
Niko Romito probably wanted to pursue his studies in economics. But Italian family tradition came on his way: he decided to open up a cook school, where "outcast" people like himself, coming from totally different backgrounds, could change their life and discover themselves in professional kitchens. Spazio Milano is one of the three spots in Italy where students coming from a 6-months theoretical courses by Pollenzo teachers can experiment the new philosophy of Niko Romito: a simple dish centered on one high-quality element. My favorite thing: supper begins dipping artisanal bread into pure origin oil. More: find my interview to Niko Romito on Alla Carta magazine in the apartment!

Drinks & Nightlife

Authentical mixology bar: Gintos and Bitters are amazing. Just go for the Milanese. Tip: if you're lucky enough ask if at some time might be available the next Backdoor42, the smallest bar in the world where a V-vendetta masked bartender will delight you with tailored drinks on your personal taste.
171 locals recommend
Mag Cafè
43 Ripa di Porta Ticinese
171 locals recommend
Authentical mixology bar: Gintos and Bitters are amazing. Just go for the Milanese. Tip: if you're lucky enough ask if at some time might be available the next Backdoor42, the smallest bar in the world where a V-vendetta masked bartender will delight you with tailored drinks on your personal taste.
A pure gentlemans' club: furniture comes from all over the world and atmosphere is simply the best. White scrubs over a central bar will mix potions and secret recipes fro the perfect drink. Anything Gimlet is just amazing. Trivia: anything you see is to buy - lamps, coffres, bottles, riding boots!
19 locals recommend
The Doping Club
8 Piazza Ventiquattro Maggio
19 locals recommend
A pure gentlemans' club: furniture comes from all over the world and atmosphere is simply the best. White scrubs over a central bar will mix potions and secret recipes fro the perfect drink. Anything Gimlet is just amazing. Trivia: anything you see is to buy - lamps, coffres, bottles, riding boots!
Just around the corner a perfect spot where to enjoy NoLo on aperitivo time!
65 locals recommend
Ghepensi M.I.
2 Piazza Morbegno
65 locals recommend
Just around the corner a perfect spot where to enjoy NoLo on aperitivo time!
Gin is home made. Gin is home made. Do you need anything else? Probably the best mixology bar in Italy. Ah, remember to notify me so i'll make sure you'll get a friendly price.
47 locals recommend
The Botanical Club | Pastrengo
11 Via Pastrengo
47 locals recommend
Gin is home made. Gin is home made. Do you need anything else? Probably the best mixology bar in Italy. Ah, remember to notify me so i'll make sure you'll get a friendly price.
Local cool people gather here: ask for vip passes, i run a couple of club nights here!
19 locals recommend
Apollo Milano
9 Via Giosuè Borsi
19 locals recommend
Local cool people gather here: ask for vip passes, i run a couple of club nights here!
Local underground club scene. Ask me about it :)
20 locals recommend
Love
5 Via Melzo
20 locals recommend
Local underground club scene. Ask me about it :)
Great house music scene. Ask me to get you on the guest list. Or to come with you :)
48 locals recommend
Tunnel Club
30 Via Giovanni Battista Sammartini
48 locals recommend
Great house music scene. Ask me to get you on the guest list. Or to come with you :)

Arts & Culture

Salvo is going to be your best friend. The gallery is all about ceramic artists: what fine art! He's always hosting some parties: don't be shy and ask him an invite ;)
Galleria Salvatore Lanteri
85 Via Giulio e Corrado Venini
Salvo is going to be your best friend. The gallery is all about ceramic artists: what fine art! He's always hosting some parties: don't be shy and ask him an invite ;)

Essentials

VIU isn't just a hotel! It hosts a gorgeous drink bar and restaurant on the rooftop, featuring a stunning pool. Ask me to book you a table and i'll make sure you'll access to the exclusive pool with a breathtaking view.
VIU Hotel Milan
6 Via Aristotile Fioravanti
VIU isn't just a hotel! It hosts a gorgeous drink bar and restaurant on the rooftop, featuring a stunning pool. Ask me to book you a table and i'll make sure you'll access to the exclusive pool with a breathtaking view.
This is my Gym Club. It's quite exclusive. Ask me for a free entry!
15 locals recommend
Virgin Active Collection Milano Corso Como
15 Corso Como
15 locals recommend
This is my Gym Club. It's quite exclusive. Ask me for a free entry!

Shopping

Maura is a very outgoing friend of mine, she carefully selects every item to sell: authentic and cool pieces will seduce you! She's going to get you a friendly price :)
le Village
Maura is a very outgoing friend of mine, she carefully selects every item to sell: authentic and cool pieces will seduce you! She's going to get you a friendly price :)
A concept store based on sneakers: join the arena of world's best limited edition models! Magazines and food come along with fine piece of clothing: you could find Kappa designs by my best friend Giulia or Nike art installation designed by my collective, FUNCLAB.
6 locals recommend
One Block Down
2 Piazza Armando Diaz
6 locals recommend
A concept store based on sneakers: join the arena of world's best limited edition models! Magazines and food come along with fine piece of clothing: you could find Kappa designs by my best friend Giulia or Nike art installation designed by my collective, FUNCLAB.
Milan's iconic street style and graffiti store. Ask for Icio, then talk about northern soul rare vinyl records :)
Spectrum Store Milano / Graffiti Shop & Streetwear
29 Via Felice Casati
Milan's iconic street style and graffiti store. Ask for Icio, then talk about northern soul rare vinyl records :)
The real and only tattoo parlor in Town. Freddy Boy and Berly Boy are simply the coolest boys you can ever meet. You'll probably find me here hanging out, even if i never had a tattoo!
Jailbird Tattoo Shop
The real and only tattoo parlor in Town. Freddy Boy and Berly Boy are simply the coolest boys you can ever meet. You'll probably find me here hanging out, even if i never had a tattoo!

Parks & Nature

Very close to my house, daily hosts an elementary school until 4pm. Tidy, clean and safe place to have a pic nic or a walk!
126 locals recommend
Parco Trotter
Via Giuseppe Giacosa
126 locals recommend
Very close to my house, daily hosts an elementary school until 4pm. Tidy, clean and safe place to have a pic nic or a walk!