A surreal and disappointing experience. Having cycled 20mins to visit, I asked for a long black to be told they could only make a Moka. I tried to explain as politely as I could that this was just a double espresso with a small amount of hot water and it’s widely available in speciality coffee shops but was greeted with hostility. I then asked for a double espresso single origin only to be told no again and that I could only have a blend. I don’t know if there was a language barrier but the whole thing was just bizarre and I had to leave. The young girl working there seemed embarrassed at the owners behaviour. I visited Milan for the World of Coffee event, which was excellent and full of delicious coffees. This has been the only low point and I left for Cafezal, who made a wonderful Brazilian single...
Read moreBy FAR the Best Coffee I’ve found in Milan. I’m a coffee connoisseur and very much into Specialty Coffee; I come to Milan often for work and until now, haven’t found anywhere that knows about good Specialty coffee. This place is amazing and I highly recommend to anybody who’s properly into coffee! The owner is super friendly and so so knowledgeable, they sell beans (they roast themselves but also sell from other specialty roasters like LotZero/SevenGrams which is also an AMAZING shop & Roaster. Definitely go there too if you’re into coffee and looking to buy amazing Specialty Beans).
Il Cafetero Specialty also serves standard baked goods, including VEGAN Croissants and Avocado Toast! Not a vast food menu, but totally a great spot for an amazing coffee and...
Read moreEvery time I visit Milan I go to Il Cafetero with my husband almost every morning for delicious coffee, brioche and lovely atmosphere. Federico, the owner, knows so much about coffee and has given us numerous advice on how to replicate his process at home. I highly recommend this place to anyone visiting Milan, it’s not just a regular coffee shop, you can buy beans from all over the world to take home, they also know their stuff and guaranteed to make you a delicious cup of coffee. My favorite is cappuccino with an...
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