An elegant and chic restaurant in Milan, founded by former Noma chefs, offering modern Italian cuisine with a focus on fresh ingredients and impeccable presentation.
Stefano Ferraro is an Italian chef, notably the former Head Pastry Chef at the acclaimed Noma in Copenhagen, which was ranked among the World's 50 Best Restaurants. He is also the co-founder of Loste Café in Milan,...
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Last updated: 7/1/2026, 4:06:06 AM
Key Information
Loste Café is a popular specialty coffee shop and bakery in Milan, founded by Lorenzo Cioli and Stefano Ferraro, both of whom have a background working at the renowned restaurant Noma. The cafe is known for its high-quality coffee, artisanal pastries, and light lunch options, operating from two locations in the city.
Customers consistently praise Loste Café for its exceptional cinnamon rolls, often described as the best in Milan, and its top-notch specialty coffee. The atmosphere is lively and warm, though the place can get very busy, especially on weekends, leading to long lines and waiting times. Staff are generally noted for being patient and friendly.
Additional Details
The cafe offers a variety of house blends and filtered coffee options. It serves breakfast, brunch, and lunch, making it a versatile spot for different meal times.
Weekdays are recommended to avoid the significant crowds and long waiting times typically experienced on weekends.
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I had been at Loste both for take-away and dine in and everytime my experience is amazing. They have the most nicest cinnamon rolls in Milano, while also honoring us with many other artisinal pastries. The staff is so patient and helpful with always a smiley face on! They offer so many house blends and filtered coffee options for coffee suckers like me😅 My only and big note is that I would never come here on the weekend as waiting in a line is my absolute no but on the weekdays its always so nice to stop by and chill inside!
Brioche only had a pinch of chocolate, incredibly subtle—especially given the premium price point. I was hoping for a much richer cocoa flavor to justify the cost. Everything is made fresh btw !
Also the coffee is completely overpriced. You may need to wait 30mins-60 mins in line.
Noticed ppl stay back and play on their phones. Staff should politely ask customers to leave so other customer can sit down
I think I got lucky avoiding the queue on a Monday morning. Shortly after arriving, a line around 15 people deep formed behind me, always a good sign.
The pastry I ordered (pictured) was tasty, though slightly undercooked on the day I visited. The potato pizzette, however, was superb, and the coffee was genuinely excellent.
Lovely service from the whole team and a really enjoyable atmosphere overall. Easy to see why this place is so popular.
They serve three different kinds of batch brew from April, with a great selection of beans and delicious cappuccino. The pastries are excellent — especially the cinnamon rolls, the pumpkin with cheese, and the tiramisu bun! We came here twice; it’s usually busy, but the line moves quickly. A great spot and truly top-notch specialty coffee!
If you go on a weekend, prepare yourself: the line is long, the crowd is double what you’d normally see, and yes — you might wait close to an hour.
But is it worth it?
Absolutely. You have to experience it at least once.
The moment you step inside, the energy feels different — warm, lively, almost like a small weekend party built entirely around pastries and coffee. Their viennoiseries are on another level: the layers, the aroma, the texture… everything is done with precision and intention. The cinnamon roll, the laminated pastries, the seasonal specials — all of them feel like they were made to justify the wait.
The coffee is excellent, the vibe is fun, and even the chaos feels charming in a very Milan way.
So if someone asks me whether waiting one hour makes sense?
My answer is simple: go and experience it for yourself.
