NONNA PAPERA Bar Trattoria In Castel maggiore

A Friday lunch with friends, a friendly atmosphere from another era. A charismatic host and a cuisine that is traditional with a pinch of excessive innovation. What more do you want? Highly recommended

We had dinner here with my partner and we had a great time. The atmosphere is pleasant, welcoming. The owners are very nice and friendly, the food is fantastic. We had a platter of cold cuts and cheeses, off the menu with polenta and obviously the cutlet, all delicious. Highly recommended!!!

Nice, welcoming place, like the owner, food consistent with the type of place. I can't express an opinion on the cost for what was invited, but I think it was adequate. I hope to be able to return

Very welcoming staff and super good meal! I recommend 🫶🏻😉

Lamberto and Giovanna are exceptional in welcoming and making you feel at home. The food is excellent and the wines offered are amazing! Right pressures. I highly recommend

Go there with your eyes closed, Nonna’s desserts are top notch (best tiramisu of the stay) 🥰

A wonderful and authentic Milanese experience at La Posteria di Nonna Papera! After a long train journey from Northern Germany, we arrived in Milan feeling a bit weary, but excited to explore. Following a relaxing stroll through the nearby park and the charming surrounding area, we discovered this small gem of a restaurant – and what an absolute delight it turned out to be. La Posteria di Nonna Papera offers a warm, traditional atmosphere that feels like a welcome embrace. The interior is classic rather than modern – intimate, cozy, and full of character. The staff were incredibly kind and patient throughout our visit, and their hospitality made us feel immediately at home. The menu is presented digitally via smartphone and also available in English, which is very convenient. However, the real highlight is the personal touch: the daily specials are explained directly by the staff, and they take the time to describe each dish in detail and answer any questions with genuine care. On recommendation, we had the Risotto alla Milanese paired with Ossobuco – a combination not explicitly listed on the menu, but kindly prepared for us nonetheless. The result was simply outstanding. The saffron-infused risotto was perfectly al dente, rich and fragrant, and the ossobuco – tender, full of flavor, and cooked to perfection – complemented it beautifully. It was a truly exceptional dish and a shining example of Milanese cuisine at its best. To accompany the meal, we were offered a regional red wine from the Milan area, which paired wonderfully with both the risotto and the meat – a thoughtful and spot-on recommendation. As is customary in Italy, water and bread were served alongside, and everything was presented with care and attention to detail. For dessert, we chose the classic Tiramisù, which was also excellent – creamy, well-balanced, and clearly homemade. The pricing was very reasonable given the quality of both the food and the experience. In short: a fantastic, heartfelt dining experience that stood out not only for the exceptional food, but also for the warmth and attentiveness of the service. A true hidden treasure in Milan – highly recommended, and certainly a place we will return to.

I found this place by chance and it has been a wonderful experience, the food is delicious and the service very good, we had pasta carbonara that was delicious 10/10 and excellent beef tongue, recommended place!!

Family and spectacular atmosphere

The innkeeper is very nice and described his menu to us with very witty jokes. The place is very welcoming. Tried a platter of cold cuts and cheeses which are top notch. Then we had second courses which were all excellent. We appreciated the quantity and quality. As soon as we return to Milan we will come to visit you. Thank you!