Where to have brunch in Isola in Milan
The best spots for brunch in Isola, between Bosco Verticale and traditional tenement courtyards
In Isola, brunch sets the pace of the neighbourhood itself: relaxed, lively, a touch international, between artisanal bakeries, boutique spots and breaks that start with coffee and finish with something savoury… or the other way around, why not? After all, the beauty of brunch is bending the rules and shaking up the menu, at least once a week. Between Porta Garibaldi and Bosco Verticale, Sundays move at a gentler pace, choosing between eggs, croissants, pancakes, morning pastries, made-to-order dishes and desserts to share. Here is where to have brunch in Isola in Milan, according to us at Flawless.
Deus Café
Via Thaon di Revel, 3
Born from the Deus Ex Machina world of motorbikes, bicycles and surfboards, Deus Café Isola has found a neighbourhood yet international feel on Via Thaon di Revel, drawing families and weekend regulars alike. The industrial interior, shop space and leafy terrace with sofas make for a relaxed brunch, while the menu remains wide-ranging and affordable: eggs, burgers with hand-cut chips, sandwiches, hearty salads, fresh juices, smoothies and coffee by Lavazza.
Tusa Isola
Via Pietro Borsieri, 32
At weekends, Tusa adds a brunch option to its cocktail bar identity, designed for those after something bolder than standard breakfast fare. The menu includes a main dish, side, water and coffee, with options such as pan brioche with soft eggs and Grana foam, riso al salto with gremolada and BBQ baby ribs, paired with paprika potatoes or avocado salad. Drinks remain central, with great classics and contemporary cocktails that complement Sunday brunch without weighing you down.
L’Île Douce
Via Luigi Porro Lambertenghi, 15
L’Île Douce brings a French rather than American take on brunch to Via Porro Lambertenghi, built around pastries, boulangerie and simple yet polished cooking. Guests arrive for breakfast with croissants, biscuits and morning bakes, and linger for what they rightly call the déjeuner du dimanche, designed to take your time over savoury dishes, fresh pastries, coffee, selected teas and a glass of wine. The counter remains the signature feature, with cakes, macarons and individual pastries.
Café Gorille
Via Gaetano de Castillia, 20
Between Isola and Porta Nuova, beneath Bosco Verticale, Café Gorille brings together a coffee shop, bistro, cocktail bar and wine bar, with a kitchen open from breakfast until late. The brunch options are straightforward: classic with scrambled eggs, bacon, pan brioche, yoghurt, juice and filter coffee refills; vegetarian with avocado toast, roast potatoes, soup and yoghurt; and finally a children’s menu with a main dish, dessert and drink. You can add a Mimosa or a Bloody Mary for a sparkling weekend touch.
Faak
Via Arnaldo da Brescia, 5
On Via Arnaldo da Brescia, Faak by chef Viviana Varese revolves around the oven, embers and dough, with a rock-and-roll spirit shaped by black walls, irreverent posters, iron, wood and an open kitchen looking onto the flames. At weekends, brunch brings together sweet and savoury with a clear, simple set menu: an egg dish, a dessert, fruit nectar, water and coffee. Before or after, you can enjoy croissants, maritozzi, focaccia, sandwiches, toast and treats straight from the bakery counter.
Pandenus Gae Aulenti
Piazza Gae Aulenti, 12
Overlooking the Biblioteca degli Alberi park and the skyscrapers of Porta Nuova, Pandenus is one of the most convenient spots for brunch in the Isola/Gae Aulenti area when you want an easy, crowd-pleasing option. On Saturdays and Sundays from 12pm to 3pm, the menu ranges from eggs Benedict and avocado toast to scrambled eggs, Piedmontese beef burgers and lobster rolls, pairing hearty dishes, classic flavours and an urban atmosphere.
Momo Milano
Piazza Tito Minniti, 5
Momo Milano brings a colourful, casual brunch to Isola, with furnishings and details straight from Senegal and a shop corner with traditional products that immediately signals its identity. The kitchen looks to Africa, but at weekends it also makes room for a generous, international brunch menu, designed for those seeking simple dishes, familiar flavours and a convivial atmosphere. A refreshing change from the neighbourhood’s typical bakeries, ideal for lingering over sweet treats, savoury plates and subtle spicy touches.
