Mag Cafe

Atmosphere: 8.5/10 MAG Café sits right on one of Milan’s canals, offering a relaxed, laid-back vibe with a nice view of the water. The backbar is large and stylish, and seating is plentiful with bar counter stools, tables, and couches for groups. The music is at a good volume, adding to the casual yet lively setting. Drinks: 8/10 Recommendation: Ollio The menu is creative and plant-focused, showing off high-quality ingredients. The selection is big and the flavors are well balanced. Presentation is unique, especially with the ice, but garnishes are basic and the glassware is average. Coasters are not provided. Service: 9.5/10 Water is served on arrival and complimentary snacks are included. The staff is friendly, professional, and very attentive. Reservations are not required. Prices are below average for Milan, which makes this spot excellent value given the quality of the drinks and service.

I’ve heard this place a lot from many people and wanted to try. They are famous for their cocktails. I tried the Messicana and my bf tried the Giapponese. They were good and they come with a few snacks. I think it is best if you ask the staff for recommendation because i didn’t choose best for my taste. Nice ambiance near Navigli. 👍🏼 I saw in the menu that they have coffee and soft drink options too!

A lovely spot on the canal, perfect for a quick coffee whilst checking out the local sights but even more perfect for a cocktail! In lieu of being able to try out the secretive 1930 cocktail bar, the menu here is fantastic and I really enjoyed the very interesting array of drinks on offer. The staff were so friendly and made my multiple visits here an easy choice for coming back!

This place was recommended for the cocktails. At first we didn’t even get the cocktail menu, only the soft and warm drinks one. After asking for the cocktails, we got the menue but the waiters didn’t bother to help with the choice. I chose a cocktail that was really not aligned with my taste. Perhaps some help and recommendations would have resulted in a better selection.

We absolutely loved this bar. It has a wonderful speakeasy vibe with stylish décor and a truly refined atmosphere. The cocktails were excellent, creative, well-balanced, and beautifully presented. The staff were attentive, cheerful, and respectful, adding to the welcoming energy of the place. Every detail, from the ambiance to the service, reflected great taste and quality. A true five-star experience.

Great service with excellent coffees and craft cocktails. Mostly smart locals with only a few tourists. Fair prices for the excellent quality.

Nice place near the canal to have a drink. Big selection of cocktails, fairly priced and good tasting. One also get free snacks when ordering drinks.

I absolutely loved this little café! The prices are incredible. I paid only €6 for two latte macchiatos, a croissant, and two mini biscuits. Everything was fresh and delicious, especially the croissant truly one of the best I’ve had in a long time. The service is exceptionally friendly and welcoming, which made the experience even better. The café is located right by a canal, which gives it such a calm and charming atmosphere. It does get a bit busy around midday, but I’ve always managed to find a table without a problem. I’m genuinely very impressed and would highly recommend this place to anyone in the area. A perfect spot for a relaxed coffee break!

Great service with excellent coffees and craft cocktails. Mostly smart locals with only a few tourists. Fair prices for the excellent quality. Awesome service to boot.

Very cozy and chill vibe. Awesome drinks and great spot on the river for aperitivo. You could tell it was very popular, just like the other bar experiences within the family

Intro: After having dinner in the Navigli district, we were looking for some drinks. Mag Cafe was in the area, we're talking a two-minute walk, so our decision was made. We walked over and we were seated outside on the patio overlooking the canal. Service (4/5): Service in Europe can be a bit lackluster. This isn't the case here. Service was friendly and efficient for the most part. We were given the option of sitting outside or inside. Our waiter was friendly. It took him a while to give us our check when we were closing out but that was the only blip in the experience. Ambiance (4/5): Everything we were looking for. The Navigli district is a great area. It's lively. It's picturesque (with the canal in the background). Really the only annoying part of the district is that there are people who will stop by your table trying to sell you roses and various other things. The interior, while we didn't sit inside, was nice and had a solid playlist going. Food (N/A): We had dinner previously so cocktails only. With that being said, they brought us some snacks with our cocktail (in typical Italian fashion) which is always a nice touch. Drinks (5/5): Mag Cafe has a long and creative list of craft cocktails. The cocktails are inspired by different historical events so you get a nice overview on the menu of the event along with the cocktail. After perusing the menu, I went with a tiki-style cocktail. I love tiki-style drinks so it was a no-brainer for me. The cocktail was exactly what I wanted. Flavorful with an interesting fusion of flavors. Overall: Mag Cafe is up there with the top cocktail bars I've visited over the course of my life (and trust me, I've been to a lot of them). If you need further motivation, the bar appeared on Stanley Tucci's TV show. It was so cool to experience it firsthand after seeing it on the show!

Nice place we stoped in for an expresso martini. Service was great. The drinks came with a bowl of olives and some snacks

Hands down one of the best cocktail bars in Milan. Worth the trip from central square to the south. The staff is fluent in English and very accommodating. On the other hand they do take reservation on the phone. Which I think is a bit weird for a bar. Most patrons who came first are told the tables are not available because of reservations. The drinks are tasty and we'll crafted. The menu booklet is very thoughtful.

A great creative cocktail spot along the Navigli Canal in Milan! Since it's included in many generic "must visit" lists and was featured on the Stanley Tucci show, I thought it might be touristy and overrated - I was wrong! Like everywhere else in Italy, they serve some complimentary snacks as soon as you sit down. The cocktail menus are categorized so it's easy to find your preferred kind of cocktail. Seating inside is intimate and dark. Most seating is a backless stool or small chair. There is also seating outside along the canal.

A quirky eclectic and cool cafe in the Navigli District in Milan. It looks like an old pharmacy and offers up a nice menu of cocktails and wines. I was with a party of seven and we had a nice time. The kitchen was closed but they offered us small portions of popcorn, olives and nuts to snack on. I had a Manhattan and an Old Fashioned. The Manhattan was made differently than what I'm accustomed to however, it was delicious! The Old Fashioned was nice too. Our waitress, who was Ukrainian, was nice and made suggestions with what was best to order. I definitely bookmarked this place for a future visit.

While studying in Milan in October, stumbled across Mag Cafe at night. The cafe part of the place retired with the sun and the bar was in full force. What intrigued me with the location was the eclectic menu with odd flavors and ingredients. Overall this is a fun late night spot for some hit or miss drinks. The servers are attentive (which is great in computing other establishments on the river front) but the drinks are a bit mid. While the breakfast tai I had was tasty, I think curiosity killed the cat as the more drinks I tried, the less impressed I was with the selection. If you want some oddities, this is your place. If you want consistently good cocktails, you may want to try elsewhere.

We experienced their kiosk in Mercato Centrale. The drinks are amazing and the service very good and with a strong attention to offering a local personal touch. The ambiance was comfortable and perfect on a Saturday Milanese afternoon.

Italian is a wine country. That can make finding craft cocktails difficult. However, Mag Café is a craft cocktail gem! Not only do they make tasty, well balanced cocktails, they distill some of their own liquors! The staff is knowledgeable and courteous. Definitely a must go to in Milan if you enjoy craft cocktails

Strolled in here on our last day in Milan and overall we were pretty happy with our random spot choice. We sat outside and enjoyed some sun and cocktails. The drinks were delicious and the snacks matched perfectly. The service was a little spotty but it was also pretty busy. This part of Milan is pretty great so make sure you stop by!

This is one of the best, if not the best, sidewalk cafes in Navigli. We enjoyed wonderful double espressos with coffee from Barbera 1870, an Italian brand not seen too often. Add some croissants and life is good! Like any proper Italian cafe, service is relaxed and unhurried. So, if you are expecting popping in and then out, you might be in the wrong country. Best of all, our apartment is only steps away! Life in Milano.

Innovative, reasonably priced cocktails. Great location overlooking the canal. Surprisingly attentive service compared with my other experiences in Milan.

We came here for cocktails after dinner. The decor is great and the cocktails were delicious. My only complaint was they sat us inside, told us where to sit and they sat us on a ottoman type thing that had no back and it was really really hot once the place filled up. We left only because we were uncomfortable in our seats and hot. The service was pretty quick at first but once it got busy we just went to the bar to order our drinks. I loved the astrology theme to the cocktail list. It was different and fun. I'd recommend this place for one or two drinks. The drinks are also around 10 euro each.

The "mag"a and "mag"o served some amazing drinks. This is a cannot miss cocktail bar. Can't wait to visit when I return to Milan.

One of the coolest places we visited while in Italy. I loved how well-thought out the cocktails were. The menu was straight out of a comic book....obsessed! A must-try while in Milan!

Landed in Milan and went to our Air BnB mid-afternoon. After unpacking, I immediately set out to explore the Navigli area. Whatever yelp/google/tripadvisor told me, I chose to go to Mag Cafe, right by the canal. There were tables outdoors and I got seated in this two seater outside the window. I was given a book about Dante and lo and behold, the menu is hidden inside. I ordered a latte and toast with ham & cheese. My original choice was either the croissant or donut but both were out by mid-afternoon. My latte was delicious and well needed since I woke up super early that morning. I was surprised by the toast - thin slice of ham with very tasty cheese. It is served on a platter with potato chips. Would have loved to try their cocktails but unfortunately, no time!

This hip little coffee shop / cocktail bar was one of our highlights in Milano. We went for apertivo, but ended up staying for hours. The cocktails were well-balanced, interesting, and showed some real bartending skills. Each cocktail came with a fun little serving surprise, whether it was a garnish or a temporary tattoo or whatever. The menus were really clever and interesting too - I don't want to ruin the surprise. Finally, the service was great and the vibe in general was fun. BEER SELECTION: 5/10 BOOZE SELECTION: 8/10 COCKTAILS: 8/10 DAIQUIRI: 7/10 (ditto...) FERNET: Of course.

A superb cocktail establishment - the menu was themed to astrological signs which was fun - I ordered cross signs and had one of the finest mezcal negronis I've tried - they put coffee in it which led to beautiful balance. (They give you a recipe card and i can't wait to try it at home.). My friend gave them a tiki challenge which they met with great technical skill. The aperitivo plate of lovely prosciutto, Grissini, and cheese seemed small but they replaced it at least four times and we had to ask them to stop so that we could have our dinner later.

Really yummy apertivos! Love the atmosphere here too! Gets crowded especially for a table outside. Drinks are anywhere from 9€ up, but they give you compliment breadsticks and prosciutto!

Great drinks..great service. A combination of liquors from all over the world. English is good. Staff is awesome. Should stop by. Then.. We watched the bartender blow his nose, then go behind the bar and make a drink. Without washing his hands. He then tasted it with the stir spoon. He used the same spoon to make another drink without washing it. A slip or the norm??

Cute little bar, we went for apertivo and enjoyed the ambiance. Quick service, drinks are about 8-10€ and you are served a plate of frommage and cured meats. Unique drink recipes and hip atmosphere, would definitely head back.

Love this little new, at least for me, bar for Aperitivo along the now remodeled navigli, with a speakeasy atmosphere. Drink Menus are funky and cocktails smashing. Every little detail is deeply thought through. I loved the chairs with pictures of old movies plastered on them and the comfy couches. The lighting makes the place very cozy and atmospheric. A great new found for aperitivo. Be there soon!

This is probably my favorite bar in Italy! Great cocktails (they change the list twice a year but you can ask them to advise based on personal taste), super nice stuff, amazing music and atmosphere! If you come between 6pm and 9pm you will get a plate with carefully chosen italian snacks (Sardinian bread, some veggies, salami and cheese). In case you're coming with the bigger crew make sure you reserve the table! Enjoy this Milan's gem

Mag stirs (or shakes--your call) some awesome cocktails. Located on the über-hip Naviglio Grande, Mag is daily and nightly filled with Milan's hipster intelligentsia. Its bartenders playfully and efficiently leverage on the city's seasonality for their daily/weekly cocktail specials, and make sure that you get your drink just right. The servers are very friendly (and most speak English), something that is NOT common in Milan but greatly appreciated by ex-pats, tourists, and Italians alike. Get ready for some tatted-up, dressed down, elegantly disheveled fun at Mag! There's definitely a 'scene' to speak of, including a terrace overflowing with people, and an interior packed with dimly-lit groups of friends.

Mag Cafe was our second stop on our aperitivo bar crawl in Navigli. I had read about this place before and was excited to try it. It did not disappoint! In fact I would go as far as saying this was my favourite stop of the night. The cocktail menus are hidden in between the pages of old books and the choices of drinks are impressive. The bar is dark and the shelves are cluttered with an array of spirits creating a cosy atmosphere. The bar men make exquisite cocktails mixing them in beakers and conical flasks! Quite the art form. We were given a delightful little plate with an assortment of hams, cheeses and grissini. Mag Cafe is rumoured to run a speakeasy in Milan which you can receive an invite to from the barmen! If you find yourself in Milan definitely check this place out.

Those cocktails! Just.. wow! Best cocktails in Milan, to my experience, and what a vibe! Going during the weekends means you'll either wait for a table or have your drinks at the bar, an experience totally recommended if you like myself are fascinated by the art of bartending. During the week is more quiet and you can easily sit both inside or outside. Seriously, if you've never been here, you're missing out!

I was on vacation with my family from Texas and needed some alone time. One morning I perused the streets nearby and came across this cafè. The chocolate (it tastes like Nutella) croissant was delicious. And they understood me when I said no to tiny espresso and and asked if I wanted an Americano. Sì! They spoke limited English, but were extremely friendly. Great service! I loved the atmosphere, super cozy and Disney related decorations on the walls. Music was some sort of instrumental, reminding me of a 1920's speakeasy. All around I was pleased and enjoyed my brief amount of alone time!

It's probably the most Hipster place I have ever had a dring at ;) but service, and coctails rock ! Staff is super nice, cool, and helpful. Drinks are very tasty, and interior is perfectly done. Navigli has bunch of amazing cafes and bars to visit, but I would just keep on going here again, again, again :) I love MAG !

The craft bartenders displayed mixology skill and imagination to please everyone At the bar with modern twist on old standards and others completely out of the world

I spent 8 euro on Mag word and got unlimited snacks including meat, cheese, biscuits and vegetables. The service was good, waiters and bartenders are nice. Some people complained about the noise which I don't mad at all. The volume of music is perfect.

Had coffee and a croissant in this adorable little cafe/bar. The waiters were very friendly and I loved the unique and quirky decor of the place! The armchairs are also super comfy, there's free wifi and the coffee is great!

Great cocktail menu, and at happy hour, a good value at 8 Euros. The snack is just salumi and cheese, but good. The drinks are delightful. Highly recommend one of their standards, the Essence of Orange. They've recognized am orange note in Petrus beer and created a great drink from it. Good people watching, good decor, overall an excellent choice for an evening out. Pretty child friendly, too.

Great little cocktail bar. Cool location, great staff, excellent drinks. Staff is very friendly. Nice place to stop

Cool place but terrible customer service. The waiter never came to give us the menu or ask what we wanted. We had to go on inside and ask for the menu. Once we had the menu, we had to go inside to put an order with the waiter. The coffee never came, after 15 - 20 mins, we had to remind the waiter about our order. Definitely not recommended.

Love this place! Great, relaxed feel and generally plenty of seats outside on the canal or just inside the door during the mornings / early afternoons. Great, inexpensive place for a coffee and croissant / biscuit. Staff is super friendly and love that this place welcomes dogs, is kid friendly and happy to help out with my broken Italian. Ciao!

Amazing drinks, true mixologists. Adorable interior with great lounge or jazz music playing in the background. A tad on the small side, but makes for a cozy experience if you can find a place to sit.

Possibly the best cocktail bar in Milan. Vibrant and nice. Fantastic drink. Speakeasy style.

This place is awesome. Why? Because at 1am the bar is packed with italians and the drinks are at the same caliper as the best in San Francisco. If you are remotely familiar with Amaro you definitely need to try their house Amaro. Absolutely excellent. I wish I could bring back several bottles but alas I did carry on luggage. This is one of the few spots ill go out of my way to come back to on my next trip

A awesome world bar, which has class and style. The bartenders and Servers are professional and offer great advise on drinks. Marco is a great human being. Marco if you read this I can not read your e-mail on the MAG card, but if you read this I hope you know we thank you for bringing us great drinks. The Italian 75 custom drink was incredible. -Victor

Came here for cocktails, I really like this place in the day and night. Service was a bit slow when it's packed though. I had the st. Barth which was really strong, my friend said it tasted like a sour whiskey. Decent prices, I love the atmosphere here.

Really bad service unfortunately. We heard great things! The staff was not pleasant or attentive. We have had such great experiences at other places.

Really cute place. Their cold drinks are great. I got the limonata with fresh lemon that was perfect for a hot day.

Fantastic place they serve you a plate of meats cheese and vegetables with s purchase of a drink ... The drink list is fantastic and they carry a very mixologist style ingredients at the bar. Will define try head back

really good cocktails, I recommend the Netherlands it's really good and the glass was also special. good music but a bit too loud. nice atmosphere. see you next time!

This little cocktail bar in the Navigli neighborhood - which is one of my favorites. The interior of the bar is cozy with lots of eclectic flair. It's nice place to come before or after dinner to enjoy a fancy cocktail or two.

A great cocktail that really packed a punch, and fantastic service!