Bar Basso
Bar · Lambrate ·
Birthplace of Negroni Sbagliato, cocktails in oversized glasses
Birthplace of Negroni Sbagliato, cocktails in oversized glasses
"My go-to spot for aperitivo—especially during Milan Design Week—is Bar Basso, which is an integral part of the neighborhood’s charm." - Kathryn Romeyn
"Every Italian has their bar, and Bar Basso is the quintessential Milanese spot for aperitivo al banco any time of day. In the morning, locals shuffle in and out for coffee, and as the day passes, a younger mix of visitors joins the scene, gathering in groups at the tables outside (the crowd multiplies during Fashion and Design weeks). Bar Basso is famous as the birthplace of the Negroni Sbagliato—a “mistaken” twist on the classic Negroni, swapping out gin for prosecco to create a more boozy version of a Campari spritz. Be sure to order it in their signature, retro oversized glassware, a nod to the bar’s legacy." - elizabeth de filippo jones
"Anyone who’s enjoyed an aperitivo lately can thank Bar Basso, an institution that helped expand quality predinner cocktails beyond the walls of sophisticated international hotels. In 1967, Mirko Stocchetto, a barman who had worked at Harry’s Bar in Venice, took over the space, at that time a neighborhood haunt. A year later, while preparing a Negroni, he accidentally swapped gin with prosecco, unintentionally creating the Negroni sbagliato (literally “wrong”), which soon became a classic cocktail and symbol of Milanese hedonism. Bar Basso remains popular with the art and fashion crowd (especially during fashion week and design week), as well as with local retirees enjoying a predinner drink. Vibe check: There’s excellent people watching from the outdoor tables, if you arrive early enough to snag one." - Elizabeth De Filippo-Jones
"One of the best spots to savor Milan’s after‑work atmosphere, this historic address is the birthplace of the Negroni Sbagliato (1972); look for the neon sign and coveted outdoor tables on Via Plinio, while inside a flair for design sets the scene for people‑watching and classic cocktails." - The MICHELIN Guide
"Every Italian has their bar, and Bar Basso is the quintessential Milanese spot for aperitivo al banco any time of day. In the morning, locals shuffle in and out for coffee, and as the day passes, a younger mix of visitors joins the scene, gathering in groups at the tables outside (the crowd multiplies during Fashion and Design weeks). Bar Basso is famous as the birthplace of the Negroni Sbagliato—a “mistaken” twist on the classic Negroni, swapping out gin for prosecco to create a more boozy version of a Campari spritz. Be sure to order it in their signature, retro oversized glassware, a nod to the bar’s legacy." - Elizabeth De Filippo-Jones
