A Taste of Milan: Our Favorite Desserts
Milan is known for its historic pastry shops and the quiet elegance of its café culture. But alongside these timeless institutions, a new generation of dessert spots is emerging with natural ingredients, vegan options, and lighter, more contemporary interpretations of sweetness.
From iconic cakes to artisanal gelato, from refined pralines to modern mono-portions, this is our curated selection of the desserts we truly love.
Leonardo Pasticceria
Creamy custard that lingers, fresh fruit that shines, and sponge so light it seems to float, the cakes at Leonardo are bright, joyful, and endlessly satisfying. Fully customizable with the number you choose, they turn any occasion into something truly special.
Via Aurelio Saffi, 7, 20123 Milano MI
Pasticceria Marchesi
At Pasticceria Marchesi, glistening glazes and velvety creams meet delicate sponge layers that melt on your tongue. Each cake feels refined and balanced, a soft harmony of flavors that captures the elegant spirit of Milan in every bite.
Via Santa Maria alla Porta, 11/a, 20123 Milano
Pasticceria Giovanni Galli
Soft, glossy candied chestnuts with deep, warm sweetness; boeri with rich rum-kissed centers; and artisanal pralines that slowly dissolve on the tongue. At Giovanni Galli, every bite is a sensorial journey through Milanese tradition.
Via Victor Hugo, 2, 20123 Milano
Sant Ambroeus Milano
The iconic Principessa cake at Sant Ambroeus is a dream of soft sponge, vanilla cream, and delicate marzipan, an experience that opens the senses. The citrus-kissed gelato adds a fresh, aromatic twist that lingers long after the last spoonful.
Corso Giacomo Matteotti, 7, 20121 Milano MI
Gelateria Marghera
Perfectly portioned dessert gelato cups, rich and creamy, with layers of texture and flavor that delight at every scoop. With countless tastes, including lactose-free options, it’s a crowd-pleaser for sweet endings with friends.
Via Marghera, 33, 20149 Milano MI
Terra Gelato
Authentic, intense, and wonderfully smooth, Terra Gelato’s scoops deliver bold character in every taste. Their vegan and dairy-free options are equally silky and full-flavored, redefining what gelato can be.
Via Losanna, 46, 20154 Milano MI
Pasticceria Elli
Layers of buttery, crisp pastry and cloud-like cream, finished with a whisper of sugar, the millefoglie at Pasticceria Elli is light yet rich, a classic Milanese dessert that is all about texture and grace.
Piazza Piemonte, 8, 20145 Milano MI