Cocktails Bars & Clubs in Milan — 11 of Our Favourites

Apart from a great atmosphere and good classic rock & roll and jazz tunes, this cafe offers good value cocktails for 'aperitivo' together with a selection of nibbles, as well as snacks and sandwiches.

Open Monday to Saturday from 18:00 to 00:45.

It opened in 1988 at the behest of Vincent Iannetti which transformed a simple bar in Largo La Foppa into a cafe with a strong personality characterized by innovative architecture designed by the architect Florenzia Coast. The uniqueness of its architectural spaces makes it a place much frequented by architects and designers.

There are many options for light meals such as salads, carpaccio, and gourmet sandwiches. They also offer delicacies such as smoked wild salmon, oysters, and Italian caviar, while their daily menu includes fresh pasta, fish and meat. Their famous brunch features omelettes, scrambled eggs and toast, as well as home-made pies. There is also a small deli shop.

They offer a non-stop service from morning to night with the kitchen always open and a bartender always available. Open from 08:00 to 01:00. At 19:00, it turns into a cocktail bar serving specialities including Negroni, Spritz and Martini.

Their 'Barchef', Dario Comini, creates contemporary mixes and imaginative combinations. It is one of the top venues for cocktail drinking in Milan. It was renovated in 2009 and was recently nominated one of the top 50 bars in the world.

Open from Tuesday to Sunday from 18:30 to 02:00. Due to it being small, there might be a queue.

Its unique interior gives a Gothic feel, illuminated with votive candles and decorated with frescoes and sculpted capitals.

They have a long list of shots ('chupitos'), most of them named according to the religious theme. So you can try their famous 'PapaNero' (Black Pope) - made with 'liquore alla liquirizia (a black liquor from Calabria) with vodka & sambuca -, 'Sangue di Giuda' (Judas Blood) - fragola, white rum & lemon -, or the 'FratEllo' (Friar) - mint vodka & lemon. They also serve their miraculous 'Sangría del Priore'

Open Monday to Friday from 18:00 to 02:00 and Saturday from 21:00 to 02:00.

With a charming interior that reflects its mid-20th-century origins, this bar also claims to have introduced the concept of 'aperitivo' to the public.

Since 1947 they have been serving cocktails, and today their list includes more than 500 drinks, from classics like Bloody Mary, Manhattan and Martini, to newly invented ones such as the celebrated 'Mangia e Bevi' (based on hazeltut ice-cream).

Open 09:00 to 01:15, closed on Tuesday.

Designed by Roberto Cavalli and architect Italo Rota, who collaborated in creating the structure and the decor to convey luxury and creativity. Located in the Torre Branca, one of Milan's most famous landmarks.

The entrance is unique for its mix of beveled mirrors with bronze texture, highlighted by contours of polished black lacquered staves. At this glamorous nightclub, you'll rub shoulders with celebrities while enjoying signature cocktails under avant-garde light system and to the sound of some of the most popular DJs.

In summer, you can also dance on the outdoor terrace on the two scenic dance floors under the stars. From May to September, the nightclub opens up its garden, 2500 square meters of delightful outdoor area creating an ideal setting for any type of event.

The club opens every day from 23:00.

The menu selection includes simple pastas, salads and fish dishes with an innovative combination of ingredients. Lunch menu served Monday to Friday from 12:30 to 14:30.

At the bar, they offer a wide range of cocktails and, of course, aperitivo.

Here you can also enjoy lunch and evenings with friends. They have a regular calendar of events with live music for aperitivo time. Enjoy a cocktail and some gourmet tapas in the early evening or try their lunch menu: international and local cuisine in a spectacular room overlooking one of the most beautiful squares in Italy.

Open only from May to September, every day from 11:00 to 23:00 (Saturday until midnight).

Located at the Dolce & Gabbana boutique in Corso Venezia, this intimate space is dominated by its refined design based on a "total black look": light and glossy black surfaces are only broken by a red dragon rising from the floor. There is also a patio and indoor garden dining room where you can enjoy food and drink.

Their signature cocktails include imaginative creations like their Dolce & Gabbana Martini, a combination of vodka, orange, strawberries and Martini dry. Enjoy it with their delicious aperitivo.

The bar is open Monday to Saturday from 09:30 to 01:00 (kitchen open until midnight), and Sundays from 09:00 to midnight (kitchen open until 23:00).

In their quirky interior, they serve a range of cocktails and aperitivo. They also offer free WiFi.

Open every day from 18:00 to 03:00.

Located in Porta Genova, this elegant nightclub has an outdoor terrace perfect for those balmy Milanese summer evenings. Their parties are well-known around the city and usually include 80's and 90's classics as well as R&B and hip hop.

Aperitivo is served from 19:00 to 22:00 and includes a buffet with a large selection of bites as well as signature cocktails.

Open from Thursday to Saturday from 19:00 to 03:00 and Sunday from 19:00 to 02:00.