Marino alla Scalo Cafe: "High Style Milanese Cafe" Milan Restaurant Tip by tpal

Teatro alla Scala was closed for renovations when we were in Milan so we did the next best thing...we had lunch at the la Scala cafe. Actually it is the Marino alla Scala cafe and it is located across from the opera house at 5 Piazza della Scala. This very much "today" cafe couldn't be more in counterpoint to its 18th century neighbor. Very contemporary and very much in step with the its young professional Milanese clientele. The women were stylish and beautiful and the men were...stylish and beautiful!

The decor was sparse and clean, featuring italian furnishings and accessories. The back wall was covered with a multiple video screen which displayed non-stop runway fashion shows. The washroom was downstairs but definitely worth a trip. We ate at the bar, having insalata misto, antipasti and aqua minerale con gas. We were shocked when the bill was only 14 euro. We felt like locals...sort of.

Address: 20121 Milano, Piazza della Scala 5
Comparison: less expensive than average
Directions: Next to Teatro alla Scala
othercontact: email cafe@marinoallascala.it
Phone: 02.80.68.82.95
Price: less than US$10
Rating: 5
Theme: Local