Everyone knows Piazza Gae Aulenti, but few realize that just a few steps away from its futuristic buildings lies a secret courtyard that looks like it stepped right out of a 1950s movie set. It is the haven of Miro – Osteria del Cinema, an oasis born within the big screen where time moves at a different pace. If you’re looking for the perfect brunch—one where the beauty of the setting matters as much as the quality of the food—this hidden corner of Old Milan is your next must-visit destination.
Inside Anteo Palazzo del Cinema, Miro represents the evolution of a space created in 1997, coinciding with one of the most significant transformations of the Anteo. Conceived from the outset as a hub for those drawn to auteur cinema and the visual arts, this identity is now being revived and expanded. The project maintains a strong connection to its origins, aiming to tell stories and offer an experience that blends cuisine and imagination.
The weekend ritual: signature flavors within the walls of the Anteo
Miro’s brunch is a well-written screenplay. The menu doesn’t seek special effects at all costs, but focuses on the quality of the ingredients and on dishes that smell like home, reinterpreted with the elegance of those who know their craft well. From sweet to savory offerings, every course seems designed to be savored without haste, immersed in an aesthetic that pays homage to the great classics of cinema.
What the “culinary scene” at Miro has in store:
- The sweet welcome: a choice between two artisanal cakes (offered in collaboration with the famous Ciacco gelateria), the classic Flan Parisien, or a delicious two-chocolate cake.
- The interlude: Miro’s iconic taco.
- The savory star: a dish of your choice from a very extensive seasonal selection.
- The finale: Ciacco’s gourmet gelato.
- Drinks & Coffee: fresh-squeezed juice or a Mimosa cocktail, accompanied by a hot beverage of your choice.
In a city racing ever faster toward the future, Miro reminds us that true luxury is knowing how to pause. Sitting in this courtyard, with the Porta Nuova skyline peeking above the balustrade-topped rooftops, offers a strange and beautiful sense of vertigo: you feel as though you’re in the heart of Italy’s most modern metropolis, yet with your feet firmly planted in its most authentic and cultured soul. It’s not just brunch; it’s an act of resistance against the rush—a scene cut from a film of a Milan that never ceases to surprise those who know how to look beyond the usual spots. Once you step outside and head back toward Piazza Gae Aulenti, you’ll feel as though the world around you is a little less noisy and much more poetic.
Where “Miro” Comes From
The name wasn’t chosen at random. Miro is a tribute to Miro Silvera, a multifaceted and charismatic figure in Milanese culture, a writer and film critic who for years made the Anteo his “home.” Dedicating the space to him means choosing not to be just a restaurant, but a place of thought and storytelling. It is precisely this intellectual legacy that permeates the dining area: here, the kitchen is not just about food; it is a form of storytelling that continues even after the lights in the dining room have gone out.
