Karaoke in Milan: the best places to sing
From chic bistros to Tokyo-style private rooms: a guide to Milanese venues where the night comes alive with microphones and great tunes
Hugely popular in Japan, karaoke has long won over the West too (who could forget that cult scene in Lost in Translation?), becoming a firm favourite for an entertaining night out with friends or an original birthday celebration. Fast-paced and full of nightlife, Milan is the ideal city to play pop star for an evening. From retro bars to Tokyo-style private booths, the Lombard capital offers endless options for singing, laughing and shedding all inhibitions. Whether you are an aspiring singer or simply looking for an easy-going evening, karaoke in Milan promises one thing above all: pure fun.
Potafiori
Via Salasco, 17
Near Bocconi, Potafiori is a flower shop bistro blending design, flavour and music in a sophisticated, poetic setting. It is run by Rosalba Piccinni, the well-known ‘singing florist’, who effortlessly weaves blooms and melodies together. Every Tuesday and Friday, during its ‘Potacantatu’ evenings, the venue turns into an intimate live stage where Rosalba and her band (accomplished musicians who have performed alongside Mina, Phil Collins, Luciano Ligabue, Vinicio Capossela and Giorgia) soundtrack dinner with live performances. Then comes the karaoke: the microphone opens up to everyone, delivered with the flair of a proper stage show. Worried about singing out of tune? Fear not: Rosalba and her musicians know just how to cover it up seamlessly.
House of Ronin
via Vittorio Alfieri, 17
An entire townhouse dedicated to the art of Japanese entertainment: House of Ronin is sophisticated and striking. Its four private karaoke rooms, each inspired by a different era of Japan, look out towards Madame Cheng’s, an impeccably styled cocktail bar where sake and signature cocktails carry the night along. With a pole dance stage, bento boxes to keep hunger at bay and refined interiors, this is the most glamorous karaoke in town, designed for anyone who loves singing in style.
Osteria di Brera
via San Marco, 5
Osteria di Brera enlivens the Milanese night with evenings of music, toasts and genuine fun. Its popular karaoke night – unmissable if you enjoy singing, dancing and sharing an easy-going dinner with friends – takes place once a month (upcoming dates are 17 November and 15 December) and includes a welcome glass of sparkling wine, starters, a main, dessert and wine. Ideal for birthdays or evenings out with a group, the mood is warm and engaging: between laughs, songs and occasional celebrity spotting, every voice gets its moment in the spotlight.
Milleluci Bar Trattoria
via Rosolino Pilo, 7
More than a trattoria, Milleluci is a dive into the history of Italian music. Between walls lined with vinyl, giant prints of Raffaella Carrà and a 60s atmosphere that instantly lifts your spirits, this venue is a true ‘singing trattoria’. Here you dine, toast and sing, without pretension and in great spirits. The young, carefree vibe turns every evening into a collective party, featuring karaoke, drag shows and timeless classics. A little temple of pop nostalgia that brings smiles and a few happily off-key notes!
PolyGram KTV Karaoke
via Paolo Sarpi, 33
In the heart of Chinatown, PolyGram KTV brings the true spirit of Asian karaoke to Milan. Neon lights, retro decor and private rooms for every group: from the ‘small’ room for 10 people up to the ‘extreme’ room for up to 40 aspiring singers. The mood is part 80s disco, part Tokyo karaoke bar, perfect for memorable birthday parties or hen nights. With drinks included and an endless playlist of international hits, PolyGram is the ideal starting point for anyone who really wants to let loose and experience the most authentic (and delightfully tacky) karaoke night in Milan!
R113 Ripa’s Drink
Ripa di Porta Ticinese, 113
Set along the Navigli, R113 Ripa’s Drink is synonymous with energetic, friendly nights out. On Thursdays and Saturdays, the bar becomes an arena of voices, laughter and applause. With colourful cocktails and soft lighting, the atmosphere feels completely unscripted, where everything unfolds naturally: a song, a toast, an impromptu duet. Ideal for anyone wanting to have fun without taking themselves too seriously, this canalside bar is a must for easy-going, spontaneous karaoke, served with an irresistible old-Milan charm.
L’Écurie
via Alessandro Volta, 17
Calling itself a ‘sing-along restaurant’, L’Écurie is the ideal choice if you want to sing your heart out late into the night. Open Tuesday to Sunday, guests come here for dinner before belting out classics and contemporary chart-toppers together in an exuberant, contagious atmosphere. Once a fixture in Brera and now based in Moscova, it remains a cult destination for those who love performing to an enthusiastic crowd or dancing between songs. A reliable bet for a music-fuelled night out in Milan.
