10 Corso Como Café

Isola, a Milan neighborhood with a great vibe

"Sensational Shopping in Milan Part café, part gallery, part high-end designer shopping and even part hotel, 10 Corso Como feels like you've entered into luxury Italian heaven. Walking through a lush courtyard with a secret garden–type feel, it almost seems like you're strolling through an Italian's home. Combining classic Milanese-style architecture with modern, fresh decor, 10 Corso Como takes travelers on a unique experience through its spaces. The café features some of the best espresso in Milan ; the bookstore has an incredible selection of high-end glossy magazines; and the store, well, let's just say it gives many designer boutiques a run for their money. Whether you can only peruse the carefully curated high-end ware, or if you're one of the lucky ones who can snag an Alexander McQueen piece, this shop is a don't-miss in Milan."

The Perfect Weekend in Milan

JamesD

Google

Chic garden cafe hidden behind Corso Como. I had a luscious and juicy tarte tatin and a Negroni vintage 10 Corso Como Style (Bombay premier cru, martini riserva, martini rubino vermouth, Barolo Chinato vermouth) The tarte tatin was juicy apple on a luscious cake base smothered in a thick apple syrup and served with a dollop of vanilla ice cream. Just delicious and the Negroni just hit the spot as well (served with a single clear ice cube rather than a jumble of ice, far more classy than most). Definitely worth stopping in to escape the hustle and bustle of the Milano streets and shops

Peter Husted Sylvest

Google

A unique setting in Milan - great food - great place for people watching and for the entire Ambience of the entire place of Corso Como 10. We have a mixed set of starters and enjoyed the vitello tonato and the Italian cheeses the best.

Safiya Jetha

Google

I was excited to try dinner at 10 Corso Como after getting a recommendation and seeing it on a top restaurant list. However, this is a place to go more for the ambience and vibe than the food. We ordered the spaghettini with seafood, risotto, and beef fillet. The menu said the fillet was grilled and had a chimichurri sauce- we weren't asked what temp we'd like the fillet to be, so when it came out it was over cooked, had no seasoning, and lacked the grilled flavor we were expecting. We asked to send it back and eventually exchanged it for the sea bass instead which was good. The spaghettini was the best dish of the three we ordered and the risotto was okay, but not the best I've had. Maybe try this spot for drinks or lunch only. On the positive side, the service was good and responded to all our requests.

Sophie B

Google

Very beautiful place. I saw the recommendation on of the the magazine. Nice collection from different designers, quite some unique pieces. Beautiful interior, and heard that it’s around 35 years old. Planned to eat there as well, but rather a small menu, and a glass of Orange juice cost €12 that was a bit shocking. Upstairs there is an amazing book store with some designer decorations. Worth a visit for sure.

Naomi Granadillos

Google

I recently visited 10 Corso Como and I must say, it was exactly what I needed after a long day. The atmosphere was cozy, with plenty of greenery and plants scattered throughout the cafe. As a nature lover, I found the decor to be very calming and refreshing. I highly recommend 10 Corso Como for anyone looking for a cozy and relaxing coffee shop with plenty of plants and a welcoming atmosphere for dogs. The coffee is excellent, and the service is top-notch. It's the perfect place to unwind after a long day or catch up with friends over a cup of coffee.

Darina Nesterova

Google

First of all, I order tiramisù and cookies wasn’t filled with coffee it tasted bad and dry. Secondly, it costed 10 euros and I received a bill with cost of 12 euros. After I have said about it, they returned me money back. My friend by the way liked the taste of her dessert. Third thing personal wasn’t so nice and professional, they gave us large spoons for small cup and mini dessert. They also wasn’t smiling at all. I definitely do not return to this place. It was my over expectation

Mars Ma

Google

The drinks are quite expensive. We only stayed because of the cosy interior and were pleasantly surprised. The Negroni was very good and important, just a single ice cube block! We were constantly served new and delicious appetisers, for free.

Em CY W.

Google

This is a beautiful curated store with high end fashion brands. Connected to the shop is a beautifully decorated cafe/restaurant. Some of the staffs (both at the shop and cafe) can sometimes be condescending and hostile but it’s a cute place to spend some time in enjoying a glass of wine or cup of coffee. Please also note the cafe opens at 11am but kitchen opens at noon. In conclusion, - Pretty environment. - Up to standard service from staff. - Decent food but overpriced. Environment: The cafe is stunning with plenty of glasses allowing natural sunlight to shine through. There’re also many plants both inside and outside that created an almost “green house” appearance. Service & Staff: In both the shop and cafe there were certain unwelcoming staffers but during my time dining at the restaurant it was mostly pleasant. Food & Drinks: I ordered “Tagliolini di pasta fresca al ragú di vitello” (Fresh tagliolini with veal ragoût) for my lunch. The sauce is very flavourful and rich however the veal has completely lost its taste, the meat itself was bland. The pasta was also a bit overcooked that it’s quite soft throughout. Definitely overpriced for its quality. Might be worth mentioning that the cappuccino I had before my meal was very disappointing. Did not expect such foamy, over-steamed coffee in Milan.

Christine L.

Yelp

Sexy and stylish and very tasteful and unique meals in open and airy dining area. Pluses 1. Pretty patio with plants 2. Cocktails are amazing: Gin Mule and Kill Bill and their Feeling - Passion fruit mango egg white drink was out of this world!! 3. Cheese plate 4. Branzino 5. Lamb rump 6. Chocolate tarte Areas to improve 1. Certain areas are a little loud with the music Good service. Highly recommended for memorable meal!

Toya J.

Yelp

Corso Como is a wonderful low profile high-end fashion, café, bookstore, and art hub in one of the nicer parts of Milan. If you're not careful you can walk right past this place, but when you enter into its gates you know you are in for an experience. The staff is well dressed and very meticulous with how they handle the merchandise. No pictures, which for me is hard as I have been thrown out of oh about 4 places so far. I tell you there is nothing like being thrown out of somewhere, Milan establishments will tell you to get out in a minute! So I flashed my picts BEFORE I entered! The selections are carefully made, with designers and silhouettes you know you will only see here and in Seoul. Cross over to the other end and you will see a plethora of perfumes and cosmetics for men and women. Corso Como surprisingly houses 3 hotel rooms in its multiplex? The bookstore located on the top level, has all sorts of coffee table books, vases, posters, from foreign films, artists, and philosophers. I honestly have nothing to compare this place to, which is why I feel it is unique and worth the visit.

Dave W.

Yelp

We enjoyed our visit to this art and creativity filled shop. There are so many unique items to browse through! Fun, whimsical, and in some cases silly. Here is a pro tip. If you decide to purchase an item, get it gift wrapped. The wrapping paper is beautiful and they wrap everything so carefully and perfectly with stickers and ribbons that the result is itself a work of art! As to the prices, they are beyond what I previously thought humanly possible. You can't put a price on true art but in this case, a coffee cup is nearly $100. The cafe is slightly more affordable, with $6 cappuccino's and a wide assortment of liquor and prosecco. I asked for some cookies in Italian and ended up with a plate full of the cutest and most beautiful assortment of cookies possible. OH MY GOD they were so good. Yum!

Sam K.

Yelp

A designer/artist/creative's dream world. Book/gift shop, store, art gallery, and cafe all in one. Impeccable design, you can spend an hour walking through the the store. The cafe was equally as impressive, and all the more reason to sit down and stay here longer. There is a courtyard/outdoor area and a beautiful seating area inside as well.I came while they were serving brunch- everything I ordered impressed!

Laura V.

Yelp

Such an interesting and beautiful store. The layout makes you want to walk around the whole first floor and look at all the clothes and accessories. Make sure to go upstairs and check out the art showcase, as well as the rooftop garden! Such a pretty environment to lounge and catch up woth friends. The cafe on the first floor is also eye-catching with all the trees. Bought some fancy socks here while i was at it, definitely worth the purchase.

Vanessa E.

Yelp

Wow, we had heard so much about the place. An exquisite blend of creativity, culture and cuisine. But the disappointment was great when we ended up there, even as well-paying customers. A heartless reception from a very disinterested Chef de Service. He led us to our table and was never seen again nearby. We had made reservations well in advance and the place was nearly empty - except for 3 of 15 tables. The rest of the restaurants waiters team gave us the impression that they were totally stoned. There is no other way to explain their behavior. They handed out the menues and vanished. Neither a friendly hello, an offer/suggestions for an aperitif. We fought all evening for their attention, one waiter even waved back at us, when we tried to get their attention. It felt just like in those hidden camera gags. When - at last - our waitress was at our table, we said we would like to order an aperitif. After the first drink order, she ran away. And came back with just one drink. :) The wine order was no better. We ordered a good bottle of wine. She brought another one. And ran away immediately. When she came back to our table the next tme, we pointed it out, she claimed that it was the wine we had ordered. Even the label on the bottle is wrong. :) A lot of creativity i must say. After the appetizer we received immediately the dessert menu. Practical, but we all had ordered a main course .... If the food was not so good, definitely not great, but good, I would give this pace zero points. (Does not work though). Conclusion: Great ambience, the worst service I have ever experienced. NEVER AGAIN!

Michael F.

Yelp

Rating is average between bar and shop. Shop is bad: overpriced useless stuff, clothes nobody would wear. Personnel is rude and unhelpful. Bar is a must, at least once you should drink a good quality aperitivo in the patio. It's romantic between the plants and lights. Waiters are nice and attentive. Anyway you put it, you need to stop by once. Just avoid buying anything in the shop :)

Joyce J.

Yelp

The atmosphere was wonderful. You feel like you are in a greenhouse and sparrows would fly in. The service was super slow though. It took forever to get a menu and it took forever to order. It was an expensive cup of expresso. Guess you pay for the atmosphere. The store itself was nicely displayed. Lots of designer items so it was nice to look through and browse.

Lisa H.

Yelp

THE MOTHERLOAD. Always stop in and yes, don't regret it...just get it! (I shoulda gotten the special navy blue cashmere cardigan that they make in their own line!! D'oh! ) This place is always changing! I should have eaten here perhaps instead of going to EATALY w/ the kids! This time for me was a couple of Martin Margiela Outfits...Can you believe it's John Galliano doing Margiela now? You never know which designers you're going to love each time you go! & There is a ton of Corso Como's own label stuff now. Great jewelry too and Gosh, the Men's section is huge-never had the time to check it out ;-D ...the sale section is no longer on site it is a separate place...they will give you directions if you want to go. Have Fun! And yes they do the VAT!

Kenneth M.

Yelp

Enjoyed very considerate service and good food here on the first night of our recent trip to Milan. 9 euros for a bottle of beer felt a bit steep but then the hipsters who make up much of the clientele probably don't think so. The roof terrace is a great place to escape to for some sunshine out of the bustling streets and the gallery is likely to contain a good exhibition. The bookshop is very well filled (no one has enough coffee tables for all the reference works) and the shop is good fun, particularly the laughably high prices for much of the clothing.

Tina V. W.

Yelp

This is a fun store & restaurant to visit. It is a tasteful, high-fashion, expensive store. Good place to dream about IF you win the lottery...and if you are a size 2. :D Still, if our suitcases weren't filled with Italian pasta and cookies, I probably would a bought some purses and cool, comfortable shoes. Please keep in mind...10 Corso Cuomo is not cheap...it is stylish and high-end. But, it does not cost anything to window-shop. I saw handbags by "Paula Cademartori". Wow !! The shop could make money if they sold scarves and/or clothes using the patterns they use for their various wrapping papers. They have a whole wall of interesting and gorgeous wrapping paper. The store and restaurant are not cheap...but, c'mon !!!! You are at 10 Corso Cuomo...not Walmart. :) There are less-expensive restaurants, nearby.

Francesca T.

Yelp

Such horrible experience! My phone got stolen from the table by a beggar while we were having a dinner inside the restaurant (not even outside). I talked to the people who worked in the restaurant, the attitude of the team was extremely arrogant as well. They told me that robbery is very normal in this restaurant, and that it happens in the restaurant all the time. They also added that it is always the client's stupidity. Really? Because the clients are passing through a private security of the restaurant before entering inside and they have to wait in front of the restaurant for someone to come and to guide them to be seated. Meanwhile, it is very normal that a beggar can easily enter to the restaurant and can walk around freely while everyone is passing through a double check. I honestly don't think any other restaurant in the world, which promotes itself as high-class, would mention that the robbery is very normal in the restaurant when the client approaches them to ask whether they have a security camera or not, whether the private security of the restaurant saw the thief entering & exiting or not. The answer was no for both of the questions by the way! Thanks for the unforgettable experience! I have been to many different restaurants around the world, yet I have never seen such shameless attitude.

Shelley R.

Yelp

Great location, terrible service. I waited 35 minutes for my drink to come and it never did, went to the front desk and reordered my drink and it came out completely wrong. Our Server left and never came back and everyone in the restaurant had empty drinks and needed service. Severs could care less. Do not come here. There are so many better spot in Milan and this place is not worth your time. Overpriced for the absolute WORST SERVICE.

Sally K.

Yelp

I adore this place. Corso Como.. you absolutely fab, snobbish piece of Milan! How can I explain Corso Como? It's a combination of design store filled with exclusive and extravagant shoes (think Louboutin, Choo, ..), gorgeous clothes, hats, and bags; a trendy restaurant and a bar set up in an amazing green botanic garden (there is an indoor restaurant as well, but I love the garden); a hotel with tree utterly beautiful design rooms; and the worse service you'll ever come across in Milan. I've been here so many times that I've gotten accustomed to the terrible service with the strangely disengaged and stoned service staff with zero English speaking abilities. It goes beyond my understanding how you can look so bored working in such a beautiful. So set your mind up for bad service and just go anyway - if for nothing, then to have a look. I'll promise, two hours later you're still hanging out in the cafe/restaurant sipping coffee (really good coffee) or cocktail (hands down the best cocktail I've had in Milan) or when start feeling hungry, manage to miraculously draw the attention of your waiter - and he actually comes to your table - to order a wonderful dinner. This place is expensive so bring the big purse - especially if you suddenly want to impulse shop something in the designer store. I've heard there is a corso como outlet as well, but I haven't been able to tear myself away long enough to visit it. Seriously, just go.

James W.

Yelp

Italian restaurants are all over New York like litter on the sidewalk. Now we have CorsoComo, I don't understand why anyone would open another Italian restaurant when there's Little Italybut the Howard Hughes corporation did. There's four chefs whom worked up a crazy menu. One of whom came from The Mario Batali franchise , yes That Mario Batali No comment lol. The menu offers the same old chicken, pasta, veal, salads and desserts. Let's be real the desserts are all the same tired cream based you see at any Italian knock off restaurant. Sara Lee makes better, I'm just saying. You may wanna bring a bottle of hot sauce because the food is bland and lifeless. Cheesecloth has more flavor than the items on this menu. If you must go to CorsoComo, have a cocktail first to numb your tastebuds of the culinary torture they're about to endure. I'd suggest Stopping by your local ALDI supermarket and picking up a jar of Priano tomato basil sauce and a box of organic spaghetti, meatballs optional and create family memories at home all for less than eight dollars.

Mathilde A.

Yelp

Let's be honnest: you probably won't go here to buy anything (a book on fashion or design maybe...) and if you are, lucky for you! To sum up, it is a concept store that sells very expensive: men and women clothes, accessories, shoes, jewels, purses, perfumes, art books... Even the "Corto Como" branded souvenir products are very expensive... There is also a coffee/restaurant. Unfortunatly I did not get anything there so I don't know if the prices are in line with the ones of the shops... But the place in itself is just amazing! It is like going to the museum. The building is already beautiful in itself but the whole place is enhanced by the design of the store, carefully thought through. Additionally, the wondeful patio in which plants are going everywhere looks like paradise! On the first floor you can see exhibitions, in May 2014 it was a very interesting World Press Photo exhibit. I am very glad I was given this address, for me it is a must see in Milano!

Juliet C.

Yelp

If you are visiting Milano, 10 Corso Como is a must. I think this place is perfect for dinner not only because of the beautiful atmosphere inside, but because of its ideal location. The atmosphere is garden like and grand once entering. The food is very good, but I would not say the best food in Milano. You go here more for the experience. 10 Corso Como is at a perfect location before going out. Hollywood (very famous nightclub) is right across the street, as well as many bars and some other clubs. This area is especially popular in the warm months since some places have upstairs terraces. As mentioned in other reviews, Corso Como you can also shop at, stay at as a Hotel or go for a cafe.

Sophie C.

Yelp

I am giving 10 Corso Como 3 stars for the amazing clothes and fashion. NOT for the €15.50 cup of coffee and chocolate cake with poor service. If you are in Milan and around Garibaldi I would recommend going for a wander in here. It is owned by a previous editor of Italian Vogue and the clothes and shoes really are amazing. Some day when I make my fortunes I will be back. The courtyard is a really nice setting on a sunny day to sit and relax while watching some glamorous people but I would have to agree with the other reviews that the service is poor and the food and drinks overpriced. I got a chocolate cake and coffee and when I was ready to pay I stood up and went to the till and was waiting for at least ten minutes for a waiter to appear. Had I not been feeling too honest I could have easily walked out.

Nicole P.

Yelp

Shop, art gallery, rooftop garden, hotel, and cafe all rolled into one. Came here as it was recommended to me by a friend, and was happy that I did. Located in the Moscova section of Milano, it is about a 20 minute walk from Centrale. I ended up eating at the cafe/restaurant before I left. I was happy with my food, but I really loved my espresso. Prices are a little on the higher end here but they are not ridiculous. I am not sure if they have changed staff, but I had a pleasant experience with the servers. Service was prompt and I was given exactly what I ordered, although I did speak englitalian to them so that may have helped. Regardless, they were friendly to me and I was satisfied with the service. There is a small art gallery upstairs and there is also a rooftop garden. Unfortunately, it was raining the day I went, so the rooftop garden was closed. As far as the shop goes - I would not give in and buy any of the overpriced items there (unless you find it absolutely necessary to spend 150 euro on a tank top.) I agree with a previous yelper in that some parts of the shop definitely give off a Comme des Garçons vibe. Definitely worth checking out, even if you're not buying.

andrea p.

Yelp

Still the best place in Milan to get fresh design ideas from clothing to accessories and objects for everyday use . After decades this place can still manage to stay relevant and I am very happy that they will finally open a new location in NYC which happens to be in my neighborhood .

Luca D.

Yelp

Part shop, part bistro, part restaurant. Very trendy at the moment in one of the liveliest neighborhoods in Milan

Charles L.

Yelp

I've been trying to visit each iconic design/fashionista store in the cities that I visit and so far this is one of the coolest. It's a pity the service is so bad. The product selection is pretty cool! There were pieces from Raf, Rick Owens, Paul Smith -- things you can get elsewhere in this city but presented in this wonderful, peaceful space. Worth a visit (and stick it to the man by swinging through their outlet, which is a 10 minutes walk away)

Qype User (ilbald…)

Yelp

I have only been to the bar/ restaurant, although I have heard that there is also a design store (probably not open late at night)!. This bar is right in the middle of one of the hotspots of Milan nightlife. However what really distinguishes this place is two things - 1. It is full of plants everywhere, almost making it feel like you're having a drink in the garden 2. Part of the garden area is covered by a type of transparent plastic tent, which is classified as outdoors, meaning one can smoke here (smoking is illegal in public places in Italy). It is also warmed up during the winter. Atmosphere is good, expect the usual goodlooking and fashionable crowd of Milan. Service is ok, but drinks are quite expensive, although the general area is expensive. Overall a novel and nice place to have a drink in the centre of Milan's nightlife.

Johanna E.

Yelp

Pretentious service, mediocre food. I recommend avoiding, you can find better. My waiter berated me for drinking water out of my personal water bottle I carry everywhere, and it wasn't like my lunch mate and I weren't ordering anything... we each had cappuccino and an entree, I just don't see the need to waste bottles when I have a reusable one. After that, he literally ignored our table, not bringing us the bread and snacks the other tables were given. When we got our meal, which was very intentionally delayed, it was fine but nothing to write home about. I'd have preferred to have saved my time and money and gotten a pastry on a street shop.

Tiffany C.

Yelp

I finally went to 10 Corso Como this weekend to look for a gift for my boyfriend (a watch). This shop is very famous in Milan so my expectations were very high. As all of the previous reviews say, the shop has pretty high prices, however you can find some small gifts in the 30-200€ price range. As I was walking through the shop section, I felt like I was walking through a Milan model's borrowed clothes closet. Of course you have some of the famous designers and their pieces here like all of the reviews said, all with high price tags, but none of them really stuck out to me as pieces that I though "wow! this is so unique and special". I felt like this store was a hybrid of Nordstrom, Anthropologie, and even a little Urban Outfitters. After I left, I wondered how they manage to stay in business. 10 Corso Como is a Milan Institution no doubt, so I'm sure the owners have managed to network their way into the Milan's richest circle to keep this store afloat. Perhaps their art gallery and hotel bring in the revenue, I don't really know. I didn't see anyone actually buying anything in the shop, just a lot of browsing. I didn't check out the art gallery, rooftop garden, hotel or cafe, maybe if I go next time. I wouldn't say this shop is a must-see in Milan, but if you have some free time and are browsing cafes in the city, it's ok to stop by.

Jesse B.

Yelp

If you like terrible, overpriced food, then this is the place for you. We came in for brunch (I had an omelet, my guest had a pasta dish). We joked about how the dishes looked like something we would make at home when we were out of groceries Service was not bad, but not great or friendly by any means. Wouldn't come back or recommend this place.

Nia F.

Yelp

Beautiful place, but wow, terrible service and bad, overpriced food. I had to put some olive oil and salt on my very bland, dry quinoa and I somehow paid SEVEN EUROS for a coke zero and 4 euros for a liter of water. I was there for nearly an hour and a half for what was supposed to be a quick lunch because it took forever to get a menu, food, the check...everything took an eternity. There are pigeons flying inside and outside the restaurant, one even landed on my table.

Li J.

Yelp

Everyone makes a trip to the store when in Milan. But gosh, it sure ain't nothing special. You will spend 15 mins there tops. Be sure to check out every floor and don't forget the rooftop garden. Then head on out. 15 mins tops. Did I mention that it's really nothing special??

Nathalie K.

Yelp

Definitely my fav shop in Milan. They have very cool jewelries, like balenciaga and Giuseppe zanotti, great shoes, clothes, and even hardware. They have a beautiful cafe terrace, perfect to have a tea after shopping.

Qype User (matsut…)

Yelp

veramente molto carino frequentato da bella gente e molto fashion

Qype User (razia_…)

Yelp

Nice cafe and design store combined

Isola, a Milan neighborhood with a great vibe

The Perfect Weekend in Milan