B Cafè

Duomo & San Babila


Step into this cool cafe and you could be forgiven for thinking you’d landed in Brooklyn. Exposed brick walls and vintage movie posters give it a laid-back vibe, while the spirit-backed bar delivers well-crafted cocktails. It’s a relaxed place for a coffee, glass of wine or a superior sandwich stuffed with cold cuts and Lombard cheeses throughout the day.


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