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Pasticceria Cova

The guide was updated: 2025-11-25

Cova is the most famous cafe on the fashion street Via Monte Napoleone. Elegant men and women enjoy afternoon tea and coffee while nibbling on Pasticcini cookies and Montebianco pastries. Don't miss the chance to try some of their speciality chocolates.

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Address: Via Monte Napoleone 8, Milan
Opening hours: Mon–Sat 8:30am–8:30pm, Sun 9:30am–7:30pm
Website: www.pasticceriacova.com
Phone: +39 02 760 055 99
Email: info@pasticceriacova.it

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