There’s a new spot ready to become part of the daily rhythm of a Milanese summer.
It’s called Bartolomeo and takes its name from the street and neighborhood where it’s located, at Via Bartolomeo Eustachi 25, making a clear statement of identity right from the start: to become rooted in the urban fabric, in its most authentic form—made up of places that are lived in, passed through, and shared.
More than just a café, Bartolomeo was conceived as a contemporary space—informal yet refined—designed to accompany the city throughout the day: from breakfast to lunch, from aperitifs to the evening. A neighborhood spot with a recognizable aesthetic, where you can stop for a coffee, work for a few hours, enjoy a simple yet well-prepared meal, or meet up in a relaxed atmosphere.
The project is based on the idea of spontaneous, everyday hospitality, built around a simple yet thoughtful sense of togetherness. The inspiration comes from the world of camping—not in a literal sense, but as a cultural concept: a space for rest, freedom, and connection. Bartolomeo reinterprets this imagery through an urban and contemporary lens, transforming it into a coherent aesthetic and gastronomic experience.
A contemporary food & beverage menu
The culinary offerings follow the same philosophy as the space itself: immediate, convivial, and modern. Alongside traditional coffee, the menu features specialties such as Egg Coffee and Coconut Coffee—inspired by Eastern traditions—designed to enhance the breakfast experience and daily breaks.
The morning menu alternates between sweet and savory options, ranging from toast with ricotta, caramelized peaches, honey, and pistachios to croffles with banana, peanut butter, and hazelnut cream.
At lunch, the menu takes on a brunch-like vibe, featuring croffles—the hybrid of a croissant and a waffle that originated in South Korea—in both sweet and savory versions, alongside simple yet carefully prepared dishes such as oxheart tomatoes with tuna sauce and capers, or salmon with crème fraîche and zucchini marinated in salmoriglio.
In theevening, Bartolomeo shifts gears and becomes even more convivial, offering a selection of small plates to share, designed to accompany aperitifs and after-dinner drinks in an informal, relaxed, and contemporary setting.
A Distinctive, Textured Interior
The project’s identity finds its fullest expression in the interiors, where materials, colors, and composition create a highly distinctive atmosphere.
The Venetian terrazzo floor serves as the starting point for the color palette, which ranges from luminous ivory to the cerulean of the ceiling, with black accents and metallic details. The surfaces alternate between bricks painted in buttery shades, dark woods, reflective elements, and suspended fabrics, while the paper lamps introduce a light, almost ethereal rhythm.
The counter, crafted from natural latex, adds a sculptural and contemporary presence, becoming one of the space’s defining elements. Burgundy-colored side tables, a mix of seating options, benches, and stools help create a deliberately fluid and dynamic atmosphere.
The mirror amplifies the depth of the space, while the cerulean ceiling makes a strong and immediately recognizable chromatic statement. Rounding out the atmosphere are Asian-inspired touches through light panels, draperies, and an iconic work by Nicolas Denino placed at the entrance.
Outside, the patio reimagines the world of camping with an urban twist: casual furnishings, lounge chairs, and small tables create an outdoor space designed as a natural extension of the restaurant, for a total of 40 seats indoors and outdoors.
Interior Design and Art Direction
The interior design and art direction are by Anna Paola Loliva, an architect and founder of Loliva Studio. Her work spans architecture, spatial design, set design, and art direction, with a constant focus on materials, image composition, and visual experimentation.
In addition to her design work, Anna Paola Loliva teaches exhibition space design at the IED – European Institute of Design.
A Collaborative Project
Bartolomeo was born from the collaboration between Ugo Fava, Fabio Lucarelli, Martina Lucattelli, Benedetta Merlini, and Gloria Cingolani—five professionals whose expertise ranges from entrepreneurship to communications, from events to styling, and to brand identity development.
From the convergence of these diverse skills, a project takes shape that aims to become a new landmark for Milan: a neighborhood spot with a strong contemporary identity, where design, cuisine, and hospitality interact with the rhythm of the city.
Bartolomeo is designed for those who experience Milan every day, but also for those seeking a spot that offers a fresh take on an urban break: free-spirited, refined, and convivial.
A place that doesn’t seek to make a splash, but rather builds identity: with lightness, taste, and a precise vision of contemporary style.
Information
Bartolomeo
Via Bartolomeo Eustachi 25, Milan
Summer Hours
Monday–Saturday: 9:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m.
Tuesday and Sunday: closed
Starting in September
Wednesday–Sunday: 9:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m.
Monday: 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Tuesday: closed
