Bastianello

BEST ICE CREAM IN MILAN!!!
I was born and raised in Milan, and this is absolutely the best ice cream ever! Every time I go home to visit, I would have ice cream at Bastianello, even on Christmas Eve!

Keep it classy San D… hem, Milano. Bastianello exudes class and elegance, your mood will be uplifted before you even taste their goods. If you want to treat yourself after some haute-​couture shopping in Via Montenapoleone, it’s a good segue that’s not going to set you back… any less.
At any rate, I consider Bastianello a must-​see attraction in Milan, even if it’s just for a standing espresso, the Italian way. But if you’re willing to indulge, you have options aplenty. The «brioches» in their viennoiserie section are outstanding, and while they look like a «cornetto» or «croissant», they’re something else. The apricot-​filled ones are definitely a new.
But it’s not just sweets. If you’re sitting down, there’s a full menu to pick from, and I would say that the omelet is a must. It’s not a simple omelet, it’s a huge masterpiece, perfectly arranged on the dish with a salad side. Traditional desserts are also available, such as tiramisu or chocolate coulant. The lunch menu is nothing short of impressive, and if you choose the «Classico» instead of the «Light» version, you’re offered additional snacks, like homemade potato chips.
My all-​time favorite, regardless of the season, is the «caffè con gelato», a DIY affogato, so to speak. I recommend the hazelnut flavor for the gelato, over which you can pour the espresso as you see fit. The way it’s presented is priceless, and if you order it at the bar, it’s less-​priced, pun intended.
Suit up, and enjoy.

What a way to relax and enjoy the best of Italian drinks after a full day of walking in the city! My husband and I got to enjoy cappuccino and latte macchiato while watching rain drops and letting kids asleep in their stroller. Just for a moment stealing time to enjoy each other company without interruption from our kids or the servers.
Both drinks were excellent. I like my drinks somewhat sweet. I do not drink black or bitter coffee. Here, I do not need to add sugar and the coffee taste doesn’t overpower.

One of the top «pasticceria» and coffee shop in the centre of Milan … the well trained baristas provide what is now probably the best cappucino and briosche in town, well ahead of some much older competitors such as santambroeus, cova or taveggia.
Cakes and any kind of sweets are really unbelievable. however, only negative comment, prices for cakes are something closer to a jewelry shop than anything else …

I’m only reviewing the ice cream here:
GOOOD!

Great pastry shop nearby Piazza San Babila. Up-​priced, but definitely worth it. TBA