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Cafe Milano

3.5 (499 reviews)
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Open 7:00 am - 10:00 pm
Updated over 3 months ago

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Casual
Moderate noise
Good for groups
Good for kids

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Jeff S.

I went there on Friday and it was closed for no reason. There was no notice on the door. I'm not even sure if it's still in business. I'm rating it GREAT because it's been there forever and it comes the closest to maintaining the old Caffe Mediterraneum vibe of any cafe in Berkeley. The service is often a bit rude, the cappuccino isn't always made right, and the wi-fi is often bad, but I always enjoy the food. It feels so right to go there and do serious writing or study for hours on end, or to have conversations with people you really respect and enjoy.

chai latte yummm (the photo isn't very representative but you get a good amount for a good price and for good taste!!)
Iris W.

cute place! gorgeous chai latte! amazing people making the drinks at the counter! I'll be coming back for that chai latte

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Amber C.

Got their matcha but didn't realize it was presweetened. The barista was really nice and made me a large latte on the house to make up for it. Came here on a rare rainy day and the vibes were perfect. Free WiFi and lots of seating.

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Ayem M.

Went into again today and there was a mouse just running around on the table and the ground. I'm not sure if the workers of the cafe saw it, but I hope they remove it. A bit concerning how easily they can get into the cafe.

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Andres G.

I became a regular there the past summer and I believe that it's such a good spot to study and drink a coffee with friends. Food; The drinks are sometimes a hit or a miss but the chai never missed for me. 2/3 stars depends on what you get and I just love chai Ambiance: LITERALLY SO CUTE. The trees and atmosphere here makes it such a unique place in all of Berkeley that even after you leave the city you want to find a similar experience. 2/1 stars Service: Like many places depends on who you get as a worker. I had a person being trained so it was fun seeing them learn. But if it's someone from the kitchen there will be less focus on customer service which makes sense since they're they're for cooking. 1/1 hit or miss tbh but it's fine

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Julia L.

Staff kicked students out in midst of an active shooter event not even halfway down the street. Disgusting lack of regard for human life. I'm a Cal alum who frequented Cafe Milano for its proximity to campus. I regret every penny I spent on your lackluster drinks. Your staff doesn't just need training on how to make a Mocha Bianca, your staff needs training on how to be decent human beings. Your bathroom is busted, your wifi never works, you have like -3 outlets, you always have flies and fruit flies in clouds on the 1st floor.

Marble cake - Three slices of marble cake with a marbled chocolate and vanilla pattern are displayed, wrapped in plastic, with a label reading 'Marble Cake.'
Amaya B.

great coffee shop and wasn't too busy in the morning when i went. The white mocha is so good!!!!

egg and cheese burrito - A person holds a breakfast burrito wrapped in aluminum foil, with a laptop and coffee cup on a marble table in the background.
Christie B.

I would come back for the grab and go egg and cheese burrito! It is a great price (3.95) for what you're getting, with lots of egg and cheese! It is more of a mini burrito but that's also what I love about it because it is so convenient to eat and you don't have to commit to a full one. A lot of other convenient typical cafe foods such as pastries, bagels, and salads and sandwiches. The coffee is very okay. The ambiance is alright - I would say it is enjoyable in the early mornings, when it is quieter and you can easily find seating. But after that it can get very cramped and stuffy in my experience, especially in the upstairs seating area. I have also noticed there are a lot of flies inside so it does take away from the experience too. Wifi is not the most reliable and can be spotty sometimes.

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Fiona W.

It's a decent cafe. I went with my boyfriend and we ordered sandwiches. The sandwiches weren't that special. After taking a couple bites, the sandwich wasn't really calling me to take more bites. However, my boyfriend enjoyed the sandwiches more. It's a great study area if you don't mind background noise. However, the wifi wasn't too great in my memory. It's also a nice meeting location or cafe to catch up with friends. The distance to Berkeley campus is also nice. If you have class later in the day but want a different scene from the libraries before class, it's a good alternative. There's also interesting photos that capture UC Berkeley's history on the second floor. I recommend checking Cafe Milano out, it has cute vibes with the greenery, photography, and overall design. Just keep in mind that the food isn't mind blowing.

Med dark roast (2.50) in spacious downstairs.
Victor G.

Cafe Milano is a spacious cafe with a 2nd level for laptopping. offerings: pastries, cafe, sandwiches, salads, soups... drink: dark roast covffee (m. 2.50) -pre-brewed in a big coffee canister. -robust flavor with little bitterness, smooth, easy sipping. -quick service post noon, -plenty of seating thruout cafe....

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Raneem R.

One of the best places near the Berkeley campus to get work done. It's super spacious - with seating both downstairs and upstairs. There's a large food selection and a great place to grab breakfast. There's an assortment of drinks from blended coffees to teas. The blended drinks are bit watery. Also, the wifi is pretty bad here so I'd recommend using a hotspot if possible .

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Great atmosphere, good food, great service, and more affordable than most cafe's around here.

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A solid, old school cafe. I got an Italian soda that was perfect, sat by the window using the WiFi and did a pleasant few hours of work.

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Cafe Milano - cafes - Updated May 2026

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