Founded in 1817 by Antonio Cova, a soldier of Napoleon, and still the oldest working cafe in Milan: mosaic floor, white tablecloths and classic cappuccino and brioche in the middle of the fashion district.
- Address
- Via Monte Napoleone, 8, 20121 Milano MI
- Hours
- Mon-Sat 08:00-20:30; Sun 09:30-19:30 (Google hours via Wanderlog, 2026-10)
- Best time to go
- Morning · About 30 min
- Price
- Cappuccino EUR 2, brioche EUR 2 (Scatti di Gusto, 2024)
- Price level
- €€
Details can change. Check hours and prices before you go.
Good to know
- A Sunday breakfast here is a Milanese ritual with old-style table service.
- Standing at the counter is the quick and cheaper way.