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Milan is definitely the capital of bars and pubs. Of the good life, of the cafferino, of the aperitif after the office. In short, here in the city you could try a different venue every day and never go back to the same one twice. Take a look at our selection of cocktail bars in Milan: because a drink is always in, and if you don’t know where to go below you’re sure to find the one for you:
Low bar
In Milan it is an institution, one of the historical cafes best known. Highly renowned for its drinks. The Negroni especially. Do you think the Wrong (The Negroni with prosecco instead of gin) was born right here.
Where: 39 Pliny Street.
Backdoor 43
The world’s smallest pub. That’s right. 4 square meters of space for only 4 guests. Those who arrive later have their drinks outside. Amazing isn’t it? It is the place to find on the Navigli. Dimly visible in that it does not appear to be a pub. Instead-very very very mini but very cozy.
Where: Ripa di Porta Ticinese, 43
Kilburn
Elegant, enveloping, soft lighting and designer decor. Kilburn is the place to be for cocktails, good and imaginative. Kilburn is luxury, an upscale cocktail bar in the heart of Porta Venezia perfect for a romantic date or one with friends to hang out at night. You will be enveloped in new flavors and scents for a unique and special sensory journey. We were there for a company cocktail party, and the drinks really delighted us.
White rabbit
A speakeasy. Hidden behind a bookcase. You enter only with the password. A full-on speakeasy-style club, a bit of a throwback to the American Prohibition era. Dim lights and good cocktails. For an evening different from the usual, the White Rabbit knows how to impress.
Where: garigliano Street, 4.
Nottingham Forest
A cocktail bar worthy of mention. Contained in size, in fact there is often a long line to get in, it falls on the list of The World’s 50 Best Bars. Here you will be immersed in a very unique location, but what makes Nottingham Forest so interesting is its cocktail offerings, some of the most unusual and unfamiliar cocktails ever seen before. Elaborate, unique, incredible pairings and served in equally unusual containers. The last time we went, we drank the drink inside a shell where there was a real oyster pearl inside. Playful, fun. Nottingham Forest will amaze you.
Where: Piave Avenue,1.
Jericho (Closed)
Among the bari cocktail bars in Milan, we also point out Jericho in the Colonne area. Jericho, in addition to having a nice dehors overlooking Basilicas Park, is a surprise. From the outside it looks tiny little but hides inside a beautiful basement space that is somewhat reminiscent of the clubs of yesteryear in the 1920s, leather sofas, billiards… Which can be occupied exclusively for any event you want to organize. Deborah, the owner, prepares whatever feast you desire and off you go with the party. Truly a little gem. Great drinks and warm atmosphere.
Where:Pius IV Street, 3.
The Little Church
What if you felt like having a drink in a cocktail bar that is a deconsecrated church? A central counter, pointed arches, and frescoes from the period. Here the sacred meets the profane giving you an evening different from the usual. Try the round of shots over a crucifix. Perhaps a bit sacrilegious but unusual.
Where: Paolo Lomazzo Street, 12.
Moebius
Moebius is an experimental restaurant, bistro, and cocktail bar that will amaze you. Constantly evolving surprising drinks, such as the drink with dill, coconut oil, Marsala and Biancosarti or with Gin, Vermouth, Mango, Olive Oil and Pink Pepper. In addition there are more than 300 references of liqueurs and spirits. On the website we read Moebius is a meeting place, a sharing space where cuisine, music and hospitality come together in an inextricable web. From dinner, to after dinner Moebius will envelop you with its warmth, music and convivial atmosphere. Must try.
Where: Via Alfredo Cappellini, 25.
Eppol
In the heart of Milan’s Porta Venezia district we find Eppol, a detail-rich bistro and cocktail bar that combines the classic with the contemporary. Eppol is the perfect place to sip drinks, have aperitifs and meet with friends. It is located on a beautiful street in Milan near Art Nouveau buildings worth seeing. Simple yet refined, the Eppol deserves a mention on the list.
Where: via Marcello Malpighi, 7
Zizania
If you are passing by the Columns of San Lorenzo, right next to Basiliche Park you must stop by Zizania, Milan’s cocktail bar where you can have the city’s most colorful and irreverent aperitivo. An unusual and special drink list that, in addition to classic cocktails, also offers some out-of-the-ordinary offerings. The Pop porno for example, with bergamot juice, strawberry and cherry infusion, italicus, black cherry and sparkling crustas, or the Mi manda Diego ( one of the partners by the way) with mandarinetto, star anise infusion, blood orange, lime, blueberry juice and chocolate crustas.
All Made in Italy products and included in the price of finger foods that are very neat and beautiful to look at, as well as good. Rice base and tasty toppings, perfect for filling the stomach a bit while toasting. Zizania was a very pleasant discovery and we are sure that it will soon become Milan’s place to be. 12 euros (even at 10 the super classic ones like spritzes, negronis and so on) the drinks on the list – 15 the more unusual ones available only on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays due to time issues because they are very elaborate to prepare. The one to order is Atmospheres, a drink served in a glass that looks like Aladdin’s lamp, with the cocktail inside accompanied by fruit balls freshly prepared by the barman. An explosion of flavors you won’t forget. Brilliant
Where: Celestine IV Street, 11. Open Tuesday through Saturday from 5:30 to 2. Sundays until 1. Closed on Mondays.
Gramm
A venue specializing in cocktails, Gramm is a Victorian-style cocktail bar with green walls and many details to discover. Once you enter, it feels like a change of world while still staying in the City. A beautiful dehors overlooking the Navigli. They call themselves bizarre and unexpected, to be tried for a pleasant experience while sipping excellent drinks from the bar tender. You will find aperitif classics revisited with homemade preparations to the most beloved long drinks.
Where: Ripa di Porta Ticinese, 49.