A short walk from the Darsena, this art deco-ish pizzeria serves up large, thin-crusted pizzas and a devilishly good assortment of primi. Be Bop uses no genetically modified...

The Triennale's old café has been given a total overhaul by architect Michele De Lucchi, to become the latest feather in chef Cracco's cap. Cracco Coffee Design was launched...

With its classic white and turquoise walls and a large counter for serving, this pizzeria makes a great pit-stop for people on the go. For pudding, try the home-made yoghurt...

The all-vegetarian Govinda is run by Milan's Hare Krishnas, and dining here is a communal affair. You'll be seated at one of the large tables, and the only choice you'll make...

This place is cheap, friendly, and even has a decent garden in which to sip your morning coffee and laze around. The hotel has a special agreement with a laundry around the...

If staying in the vicinity of the Stazione Centrale is essential, the charming old Due Giardini is a convenient and pleasant choice. The staff are cheerful, and the rooms are...

The staff at this mellow little hotel are so nice. With just 30 rooms, they can treat guests with an extra bit of care; and nothing seems too much trouble for the respectful...

Organic ingredients are used in Il Fontanino's pizzas, savoury tarts and delicious desserts, all made daily on the tiny premises. Try the signature tomato and leek pizza, or...

An open-all-hours, family affair: daughter dishing out the prawn crackers, mum taking orders, and dad in the kitchen. Said family is from Shanghai, and the food is crisp,...

La Latteria has been serving clean, creative takes on northern Italian classics since 1988: the dishes are listed on a hand-typed menu that's pinned to front door. Maccheroni...

The city's finest Neapolitan pizza, made with a slightly thicker crust than northern Italian pizza. Try the pizza all'ischitana, heaped with provolone cheese, fresh tomatoes,...

Situated on a pretty little side street just round the corner from Castello Sforzesco, the London is great value for money. Its rooms are simply furnished and a bit small, but...

The portions of meat at this homely trattoria are medieval, in size and preparation. A skewer of whole sausages, chunks of pork and beef is matched with entire aubergines in...

The only official youth hostel in Milan is out in the suburbs near the San Siro football stadium, though the nearby Lotto metro station makes it easy to reach the centre. The...