Discover Milan’s 200 best Local Soul spots for your trip

Cinema Beltrade

★ 4.6 · 1,942 reviews

Catch an arthouse film at Cinema Beltrade, a small independent cinema cherished by Milan's locals. Pick up a snack at the counter and settle in for a carefully chosen screening with a big screen and good sound.

Da Martino

★ 4.2 · 1,163 reviews

Settle into Da Martino, a no-fuss Milan trattoria where local families and couples fill the tables. Order the golden cotoletta or a plate of pasta from a short menu and linger over a glass of wine.

Cinema Mexico

★ 4.5 · 647 reviews

Step into Cinema Mexico, an art deco single-screen cinema with decades of Milan film lore. See an independent or English-language film in its spacious hall, or time your visit for a Rocky Horror night.

Pane al Pane Vino al Vino

★ 4.5 · 1,331 reviews

Discover Pane al Pane Vino al Vino, a snug trattoria serving food in the spirit of a local nonna. Sit at shared tables over fresh pasta, a crisp Milanese cutlet and a glass of house wine.

Trattoria da Abele

★ 4.3 · 740 reviews

Settle in at Trattoria da Abele, a relaxed Milan neighbourhood trattoria open for dinner only. Order a risotto or roasted meat, take your time with the wine, and finish with dessert.

Trattoria San Filippo Neri

★ 4.4 · 5,868 reviews

Head to Trattoria San Filippo Neri for an unpretentious Milan meal among locals. Enjoy well-portioned, authentic dishes at an outdoor or indoor table, and take your time over a relaxed lunch or dinner.

Il Brutto Anatroccolo

★ 4.4 · 1,813 reviews

Duck into Il Brutto Anatroccolo, a vintage-postered Milan eatery that locals fill fast. Dig into ragù, fried pork or horse sausage in generous, no-nonsense portions.

Osteria da Zio Ninì

★ 4.5 · 5,572 reviews

Discover Osteria da Zio Ninì, the seafood osteria where Milanese regulars and visitors share the same busy tables. Order from the fresh catch and enjoy generous plates served with friendly, unfussy service.

Rossi & Grassi Salumeria Gastronomia Rosticeria take away catering

★ 4.5 · 207 reviews

Duck into Rossi & Grassi, a Milan delicatessen stocked with local cheeses and cured meats. Pick up a picnic, a prepared dish or vacuum-packed souvenirs to carry home.

Parco Alessandrina Ravizza

★ 4.2 · 3,197 reviews

Stroll through Parco Alessandrina Ravizza, a long-standing neighbourhood park beside Bocconi University. Follow the shaded paths, watch families and dogs at play, and stop at the kiosk.

Gerolamo Theatre

★ 4.8 · 820 reviews

Discover Gerolamo Theatre, a tiny 18th-century jewel in Milan often called a little Scala. Take a seat in its fairytale interior for a comedy or local production in an intimate, ornate setting.

Parco Lambro

★ 4.3 · 150 reviews

Walk through a local park on the east side of Milan, where families and runners are the main visitors. A calm, green stop away from the centre.

Parco Nord Milano

★ 4.6 · 5,943 reviews

Walk through forest, meadows and waterways on a former industrial site. A green escape north of Milan for families, runners and nature lovers.

NoLo

Discover NoLo, the creative, multicultural quarter north of Loreto that locals love. Wander streets of murals and independent cafés, then end the day with a drink on a neighbourhood terrace.

Locanda del Menarost

★ 4.5 · 1,220 reviews

Settle into Locanda del Menarost for honest, home-style Milanese cooking. Order the tender osso buco risotto and linger over wine at a table in this popular, welcoming locanda.

Trattoria Sabbioneda Da Romolo

★ 4.3 · 1,698 reviews

Try Trattoria Sabbioneda Da Romolo, a casual Milan trattoria known for honest, home-cooked food at fair prices. Order pasta, pizza or a pork-based special, and pair it with a Lombardy wine in the courtyard setting.

Parco Forlanini

★ 4.5 · 1,522 reviews

Discover Parco Forlanini, a huge lakeside park in eastern Milan dotted with willows, beech trees and old farm remains. Follow the trails, then lay out a blanket for a picnic on the grass.

Monte Stella

★ 4.5 · 318 reviews

Climb Monte Stella, the grassy hill rising above western Milan, for a wide view of the city. Reach the top in about ten minutes, then lie back on the grass and watch the skyline.

Antica Hostaria della Lanterna

★ 4.2 · 890 reviews

Head to Antica Hostaria della Lanterna for a traditional, family-run Milan dinner. Order classic Italian dishes in a lively, crowded room and take your time over a long, unhurried meal.

Osteria Lagrandissima

★ 4.5 · 372 reviews

Step into Osteria Lagrandissima, a small local osteria where the welcome is easy and the wine list rewards lingering. Share gnocchi and boiled-beef meatballs, finish with panna cotta, and take a table outside if the evening allows.

SIGNOR LIEVITO

★ 4.4 · 747 reviews

Visit Signor Lievito for a breakfast built on homemade sourdough. Order a fresh pastry and a coffee, or a toast or avocado sandwich, and take a seat inside or outside.

Trattoria Bolognese da Mauro

★ 4.6 · 2,199 reviews

Settle into Trattoria Bolognese da Mauro, a friendly, buzzing Milan favourite for Emilian comfort food. Order the bolognese pasta or a funghi dish, add the risotto and house wine, and finish with a homemade dessert.

Boscoincittà

★ 4.5 · 3,054 reviews

Escape to Boscoincittà, a sprawling green park at the edge of Milan where the city fades into woodland and meadow. Stroll its trails, watch tortoises by the pond, and settle into a picnic spot.

Parco Giovanni Paolo II

★ 4.2 · 1,489 reviews

Take a break on a wide lawn between two Milan basilicas. A simple local park for a short rest, with a dog area for pet owners.

Dongiò

★ 4.4 · 1,623 reviews

Step into Dongiò, a Milan favourite for Southern Italian cooking since 1987. Twirl a fork through fresh handmade pasta, then finish with tiramisu in an elegant, comfortable dining room.

Silvano Vini e Cibi Al Banco

★ 4.4 · 602 reviews

Pull up a seat at Silvano Vini e Cibi Al Banco, a NoLo wine bar with an ever-changing menu. Share small plates like vitello tonnato over wine in a relaxed, neighbourhood atmosphere.

La Latteria

★ 4.1 · 484 reviews

Step into La Latteria, the tiny family-run restaurant locals guard as a favourite. Share plates of lemon spaghetti and veal Milanese at close quarters in a lively, authentically Milanese dining room.

Osteria del Treno

★ 4.2 · 2,108 reviews

Step into Osteria del Treno, a grand dining room of carved balconies and a piano that feels truly Milanese. Share pasta, cheeses and a bottle chosen from its extensive Italian wine list.

Fresh Pasta & Tiramisù Class in a Glamorous Home

★ 4.9 · 634 reviews

Step into a glamorous Milan home for a pasta and tiramisu class led by the host family. You will knead, fill and assemble your own dishes, then sit down to eat them with wine.

San Maurì

★ 4.5 · 650 reviews

Discover San Maurì, a Milan restaurant where the owner's welcome is part of the meal. Sit down for an unhurried dinner of local food and wine chosen with the team's guidance.