If you are in Milan and looking for a pizzeria capable of combining Cilento tradition with the art of modern leavening, Modus Milano is the right place. Born from the idea of Cilento-born pizzaiolo Paolo De Simone, Modus offers a menu that revolves around the concepts of authenticity, craftsmanship, and local identity, bringing a perfect balance of genuineness and innovation to the table. But what makes the Modus experience truly interesting, beyond the quality of the pizzas, is also the strategic position of its two locations, designed to satisfy different needs and styles, in two corners of the city that tell the story of Milan from complementary perspectives.
The first location, at via Andrea Maffei 12, is in a semi-central area between Porta Romana and the Rotonda della Besana, bustling neighborhoods that have managed to combine the authentic spirit of old Milan with a new cultural and gastronomic vibrancy in recent years. The location is ideal for those who live or work in the city and are looking for an oasis of taste that is easily accessible both by car and by public transport: there are tram, bus, and subway (yellow line) stops nearby, making the restaurant perfect even for a quick lunch between commitments. The atmosphere here is warm, convivial, and informal: the design is contemporary, with essential and welcoming lines, and the beating heart is the open oven, from which fragrant, golden pizzas emerge that immediately make your mouth water. Its proximity to the Navigli makes this location also perfect for a dinner with friends or a relaxed evening after an aperitivo, with the option to continue the night at the local bars.
The second location, at corso Magenta 25, fits into a completely different context, in the elegant and historic heart of Milan. Here, the pizzeria overlooks one of the city's most fascinating thoroughfares, just a few minutes' walk from points of interest such as the Archaeological Museum, the Church of San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore, the excavations of via Brisa, and the Basilica of Sant'Ambrogio. An area that smells of art and culture, frequented by curious tourists, university students, professionals, and Milanese residents in search of authenticity. In this refined setting, Modus presents itself with a more intimate and elegant environment, perfect for a dinner for two, a business lunch, or a special evening to be experienced in the heart of the most noble part of Milan. The position is also strategic for those who wish to combine a gastronomic experience with a stroll through history and architectural beauty.
Unlike the via Maffei location, the atmosphere here is more intimate, but the Modus identity remains strong and recognizable: long-leavened dough, high-quality raw materials, and a menu that celebrates Cilento, with ingredients such as buffalo mozzarella, San Marzano tomatoes, cacioricotta, and Menaica anchovies.
Two locations, two souls, but a single philosophy: to offer quality pizza, rooted in tradition and open to the present, in places that enhance both taste and the urban context. Whether you want an informal evening with friends or a more sophisticated experience in the historic heart of the city, Modus has the perfect location for you.
