“Alle otto, da oTTo” (“at eight, at oTTo”): that’s the time and place where I always rendezvous with my closest companion for our regular gatherings at the oTTo bar in Milan. A hidden gem nestled in the vibrant Chinatown district, this trendy and plant-filled establishment never fails to impress. The journey to oTTo from Moscova tram or metro station takes you past enticing dumpling-filled windows and leads you to wooden tables and chairs where diverse groups of friends and couples can be found, engrossed in lively conversations over glasses of Aperol, craft beer, organic wine, or freshly squeezed juice.
Personally, my go-to choice for unwinding is a simple glass of white organic wine, priced at a wallet-friendly €6. While the wine selection changes periodically, I highly recommend trying the Passerina or Pecorino varieties during your visit. As for my companion, she is a quintessential Milanese who can never resist a spritz, although even she succumbs to my enthusiasm for wine when we meet at oTTo. When it comes to food, the menu at oTTo undergoes regular changes, offering a variety of Italian bites with a unique twist.
The essence of oTTo embodies the spirit of Milan itself. Patrons can be seen meticulously rolling small cigarettes with brown tobacco pouches, engaging in lively gossip about those around them, and flaunting a unique blend of penny store finds, vintage couture, and remnants of Milan Fashion Week. The atmosphere is effortlessly refined. One of the top advantages of visiting oTTo is that you won’t find yourself spending more than €25–€30, unless you plan on going all out. A little secret: visit during the day and take advantage of the super WiFi to work among the lush greenery. You’ll likely find yourself accompanied by a few hipster designers, engrossed in editing skateboard-pattern prints on their MacBooks.
Feel free to visit oTTo’s Website for more information or check out Directions to plan your visit.
— Cristiana Sandeva, journalist, London and Milan
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