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Bar Basso

Name: Bar Basso
Price range: $$
Rating: 3.7

3.7 ·

Discover Bar Basso, a Milan institution where the Negroni Sbagliato arrives in an oversized glass. Soak up the old-school glamour, dress-code-sharp staff and unhurried drinks on the outdoor seating.

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Full description

Bar Basso is a classic Milan cocktail bar known for its traditional, sophisticated decor and the Negroni Sbagliato, served in a notably large glass. Reviewers describe formally dressed staff and a mid-century atmosphere, with outdoor seating that is pleasant on warm evenings.

It opens from morning until late and also serves light food, though some visitors report slow service at busy times, especially at lunch. Best approached as an atmospheric aperitivo or evening drink rather than a quick meal stop, and it suits couples and anyone curious about Milan's cocktail heritage.

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Address

Via Plinio, 39, 20020 Milano MI, Italy · Milano

Website

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Hours

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Booking

Walk-in

Duration

1h30

Best time

lunchtime, afternoon, early evening, evening or late night

Intensity

Easy pace

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Good to know

Order the Negroni Sbagliato, the house signature
sit outside on mild evenings
treat it as a drinks stop, since reviewers report mixed experiences with food and service at busy times.

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Reviews

Old school glamour in Milan. Beautiful drinks, formally dressed staff, and a vibe from many decades ago. Lovely to sit outside and enjoy the early May evening.

Steve Wilkes

3/5

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