"A Santa Lucia has been a celebrity hangout since it opened in the 1920s—you’ll spot Joséphine Baker, Marcello Mastroianni, and Frank Sinatra immortalized in several hundred framed photos covering the walls. It’s one of the few old-school spots still in business near Duomo, and great for a bite before or after a long opera at La Scala (it’s one of the few restaurants serving food after 10:30pm). Pass on the pizza and go for the Roman-style dishes like crispy veal saltimbocca and stracciatella alla romana. And keep your eyes open for Italian actors, as locals still count for over half of the clientele. photo credit: Laura Baiardini" - Elizabeth De Filippo-Jones
Laura Baiardini
