From the outside it looks like a place of worship. Squeezed between the modern high-rise buildings of Chinatown, this place goes somewhat unnoticed. Giving the idea of a bar, chairs and tables outside and a sign that blatantly indicates the location of a pub and not a place to reconnect with the Most High.
One can actually be confused as everything seems to have remained as it once was, the outer gate, the facade, the frescoes, the capitals. In short, a real church.
Which it really is. No one denies that it is no longer a church; on the contrary. Let’s just say that instead of pews to kneel in, you will find stools and a counter where you can sip cocktails. No aquasanta but chupitos and great drinks.
In its time this place was an actual church, dating back to the 1700s. Since 2006 it has become an exclusive location for anyone who wants to spend a “deconsecrated evening.” This is how Don Angel, the beating heart of the venue and the promoter of this activity, talks about it.
Good Don is a master of the art of mixology. From behind the counter, which overlooks the former church space, he mixes and creates perfect combinations to offer to passing devotees.
A celebrated location
The Chiesetta has been chosen by several public figures who have passed through town: Maccio Capatonda, Club Dogo, up to former X-Factor winner Francesca Michielin, who have selected the Chiesetta as a place for skits and music videos.
If you want to spend a different evening than usual and have an experience where the sacred meets the profane, the Chiesetta is the place for you.
Where: Via Paolo Lomazzo 12, Milan – Gerusalemme stop of the lilac metro.