The Best Local Bars in Milan

Discover the best local bars in Milan and start your evening with a nice aperitivo. Our Spotters have discovered the best local places for you to explore. From cozy wine bars to classy cocktail lounges, the city has something for every mood. Enjoy a prosecco at La Prosciutteria or taste fine wines at Il Vinaccio. Check out these and many more local favorites and experience Milan’s lively bar scene.

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Carmen

Our local in Milan

Matteo

Our local in Milan

You?

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Our local in Milan

Susanna

Our local in Milan

Francesca

Our local in Milan

Michela

Our local in Milan

Matteo

Our local in Milan

Ivan

Our local in Milan

57 Hidden Gems

Backdoor43

Smallest, Most Mysterious Bar

Backdoor43 in Milan is life experienced through a whiskey glass. This is the smallest bar in the world. 3 people maximum for each session, booked in advance.

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Matteo

Banchi

Apr 29, 2025

Tenoha Milano

Looks like Nippon, feels like Japan

"Tenoha Milano" has Nippon minimalism. No fluffy puff, no chichi, no HelloKitty. This place oozes craftsmanship, period. You'll wanna come back asap.

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Michela

Susanna Maier

Apr 21, 2025

Chinese Box

Prime people watching

"Chinese Box" is a great place in Milan for people watching and aperitivo. Spend a couple of hours with a drink in hand at the 'terrace' and you'll know...

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Ivan

Kalinov

Apr 19, 2025

Circolo Magnolia

More than a music venue

"Circolo Magnolia" is one of Milan's best music entertainment venues. It's home to some of the best music festivals and you can relax under the trees...

Bars

Music

Susanna

Baggio

Apr 16, 2025

Bar Picchio

A laid-back neighborhood bar

"Bar Picchio" is a down-to-earth, unpretentious tobacco bar in one of my favorite areas in Milan; this low-priced, friendly bar reminds me of the '80s...

Bars

Snacks

Susanna

Baggio

Apr 16, 2025

La Belle Alliance

My comfort pub in South Milan

"La Belle Alliance" is my comfort pub in Milan, a true temple for beer lovers. Whenever somebody's visiting me, I simply take them there...

Bars

Snacks

Susanna

Baggio

Apr 16, 2025

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The Best Local Bars in Milan

City guides by those who know the city in and out!

Our Locals' Favorite Bars

Carmen

Matteo

You?

Vladislav

Susanna

Francesca

Michela

Matteo

Ivan

City guides by those who know their city best!

Why not just trust our Locals?

Carmen

Matteo

You?

Vladislav

Susanna

Francesca

Michela

Matteo

Ivan

Backdoor43

Smallest, Most Mysterious Bar

Matteo

Banchi

Tenoha Milano

Looks like Nippon, feels like Japan

Michela

Susanna Maier

Chinese Box

Prime people watching

Ivan

Kalinov

Circolo Magnolia

More than a music venue

Susanna

Baggio

Bar Picchio

A laid-back neighborhood bar

Susanna

Baggio

La Belle Alliance

My comfort pub in South Milan

Susanna

Baggio

Heading to Bars?

... for just €9.99

Going to Bars?

✓ Escape the Crowds

✓ Find Spots nearby

✓ Authentic Stories

... for just €9.99

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