The words of love I have for this small, home-owned bar on the outskirts of Milan could not begin…read moreto explain one of the most amazing experiences I had in Italy. After reading the review of a fellow Yelper, my date, and I made a reservation at this bar for Aperitivo, the happy hour of Italy. New to the scene, the general concept being, you buy/order a drink, and you get complimentary snack, food, munchies, etc.
Reservations - easily made on yelp. We made our reservation early, and got there 20 minutes late, not realizing how far the walk was from the train station to Prog, halfway there we almost gave up, but glad we didn't (only because it was cold). After getting there, we received a warm welcome, and they seated us immediately.
We ordered our first round of drinks, and although I do not remember the names of the drinks, they were, by no exaggeration, the BEST COCKTAILS I HAVE EVER HAD. Presentation was a 5, taste was a 5, and the time taken to make each cocktail was nothing short of a masterpiece. The bartender was such a sweetheart, and it was amazing to watch him make his art!
Aperitivo: TO DIE FOR. It was dissimilar to other aperitivos I have come across, in that it was basically like a 3 course meal = so AMAZING. We got some chips first, then a plate of assorted cheeses, assorted tuna appetizers, and a ham like tostada with dipping sauces that were interestingly complimentary. Second we got the 'main course' - which was little mini burgers, with a side of mashed sweet potatoes, cornbread and potatoes. My date is a pescatarian, and the wonderful lady was more than helpful, and offered him a fish main dish instead of the mini-burgers. He was delighted, and I was so happy that they were so accommodating. Lastly, a chocolate crumble cake for dessert, which was mouth-watering, but we were so full, we couldn't even finish it! Halfway through the main course we ordered more drinks, two lychee flavored drinks that were delicious as well! (You can see all the pictures below of our fantabulous meal). Note: All the food is homemade so it was delicious!
Originally we had plans to go 'Aperitivo hopping' - but this was our first and last stop, and it was thoroughly amazing! The food, the drinks, and the service was impeccable from top to bottom. I cannot recommend this wonderful little cocktail bar enough! Don't miss it!
Tip: If you check in on Yelp, you get 20% off! Normally drinks are 10Euro, but we got them for 8! Where else can you get a full 3 course meal, and 4 drinks for 24 Euro!