Bistrot El Birocc — Restaurant in Milan

If I could give 0 stars I would. Stopped in and asked to use the restroom the gentleman behind the counter said yes. Once I left out I was waiting for my taxi to arrive and a woman came over and instructed me to sit I told her I was waiting for my taxi. And she insisted I sit. I was under the impression she was being polite so I didn’t have to stand. So my partner and I sat down. 5 min later it’s hailing out and she comes over and asks if we want coffee I said no thank you we are waiting for our taxi to arrive she then said do we want food I said no since our taxi is coming. She then goes on to say YOU used our bathroom now sitting here and you’re not ordering. Her demeanor and tone was gross. I can understand not wanting people taking up tables. But it’s how you say things. We got up and waited by the door. Mind you it’s hailing out really badly and a man comes over and holds the door open and just stares at us. It was very uncomfortable and lowkey embarrassing. You do not treat people like this. Again had she been polite I would’ve ordered food since the storm didn’t let up for another 15 min. I traveled to Italy for a vacation and explore the many cafes. But this turned me completely off. Very rude staff. And...

Just went to buy some cigarettes, tried to pay with bancomat, I was told that they didn't accept bancomat just cash, was a bit confused as the card reader was right there and asked about it and this obviously infuriated the older and hostile cashier who then spoke to me as if I were an idiot asking where was I from... I've lived here in Italy for a couple years now and speak Italian. He then said that in ALL of Italy it is the law that you have to pay cash for cigarettes, I told him I didn't think that was true as I had purchased a carton a week before with a bancomat and do so all the time. I had cash on me, so it wasn't as if it was really a problem and it wasn't as if I was trying to get into a argument about it, but there was something about the way he spoke to me, condescendingly and the intonation that made it obvious that this man was just a complete stronzo. Have an apartment just around the corner and will absolutely not be returning. Was not surprised seeing other comments from people here talking about how rude the people are here but was so irritated I decided begrudgingly to write a review (my first ever) about my experience at this terrible...

AVOID THIS PLACE IF YOU WANT TO GET SCAMMED!

We came here for a quick bite and ordered what looked like a small tapas-style salad. There were no prices shown anywhere. When we got the receipt, we were surprised to see how expensive everything was.

A tiny portion of tuna, tomatoes, and boiled egg was priced at 17 €, and a cappuccino cost 5 €. I went back to where I ordered and asked for clarification, but they just told me to speak to the cashier. No explanation, no help.

The food was fine but definitely not worth the price. Tourists and locals, be careful. Even if this place looks busy, it’s not transparent and leaves you feeling taken...