Pasticceria S. Carlo In Milano

Am I the only one who finds it inelegant to slam the tablecloth on the floor to make room for the next customer? The interior space is worthy of a city like Milan: very narrow and meticulously designed. The prices are also (un)worthy of a city like Milan.

A historic pastry shop in the Corso Magenta area of ​​Milan—a competitor to Biffi, which is just a few steps away. The cream is very good (in both shops), as is the coffee/cappuccino in all its variations—and the staff is extremely friendly (all the men at the coffee counter, while the women behind the pastry counter are quite sullen). The windows are beautiful, and change theme based on the season and the nearest holiday. Prices are like jewelry stores, as is the case throughout the area. The chocolates, however, are less good—I've tried almost all of them, and they're nothing special. Some of the mini pastries are better than others (the mini Sachertorte is very tasty and chocolaty). The chocolate brioche is nothing special: the chocolate cream isn't Nutella-like; it's not very flavorful, a bit bland, and too runny. I've never had lunch, partly because the place is outside, and I can't imagine the price for a salad. I don't know what the point is, but around the corner there's a sort of branch of the bar, still under the same ownership and same name - which only makes coffee and has a limited selection of desserts.

A long awaited visit and a calming feeling

Everything was excellent, from the food to the service. But the desserts... they're not just excellent, they're spectacular works of art.

Very chic, refined place, impeccable service but a little slow, quite expensive,

Excellent cuisine and impeccable service

A historic Milanese venue that immediately impresses with its elegant setting and attentive service. The pastry selection is extensive: from croissants to cakes and refined savory options, all of excellent quality. An absolute must-try is the "Mantovana" filled with custard cream, a true house specialty. Prices are on the higher side, especially when seated at a table, but the overall experience remains distinguished. A historic Milanese venue that immediately captivates with its elegant setting and attentive service. The pastry selection is wide: from croissants to cakes, to interesting savory options, all of which are top-notch. The "Mantovana" filled with custard cream, a true house specialty, is absolutely not to be missed. Prices are quite high, especially when served at a table, but the overall experience remains top-notch.

This is what Italy is famous for. Little Italy. I recommend it, you won't be disappointed.

A famous Milanese pastry shop that hasn't lost its appeal over the decades.

very elegant pastry shop, excellent products and friendly staff