The story
Antica Pizzeria La Fiorentina has been a pizza al trancio fixture on Milan’s Viale Bligny since 1927, earning a 4.4 rating for its no-fuss efficiency. Franchino Er Criminale notes the smart setup with separate takeout and dine-in counters, while Giovanni Fois calls it a historic spot serving excellent pizza at a great price, awarding it a 9.5/10.
The Pizza Margherita al Trancio is the star here. Chef in Camicia names it his winner for best pizza al trancio in Milan, praising the “perfectly crunchy and biscuit-like” dough. Fois enthusiastically recommends the classic Margherita, though Franchino finds the slice good but wishes it were “crunchier underneath.” The consensus: a satisfying Roman-style slice that’s a practical, affordable choice—with just a hint of room for ideal crispness.
Synthesised by AI from every creator’s review. First reviewed 2021.
What diners say
Synthesized from 32 Google reviews · tap an aspect for the detail
Antica Pizzeria La Fiorentina is a beloved Milanese institution, especially for its thick, Roman-style pizza al trancio, which many regulars have enjoyed for decades. The atmosphere is nostalgic and unpretentious, and the staff are generally friendly and efficient. While the pizza is widely praised for its quality and flavor, a recurring note is that it can be quite oily, and some find the prices a bit high for the portions.
Pizza al trancio
The thick, airy, and crispy pizza al trancio is the star, consistently described as among the best in Milan. Diners love its light yet satisfying texture and generous toppings, with the margherita being a popular choice.
Nostalgic atmosphere
The venue retains a charming, old-school vibe that many patrons appreciate, with a loyal clientele that has been coming for decades. The simple, family-friendly setting adds to its appeal.
Service
Staff are generally described as kind, welcoming, and efficient, with several reviews highlighting the friendly and attentive service even during busy times.
Value
Prices are considered fair by many, especially given the quality, but some diners feel they are on the higher side for a pizza al trancio, with a typical slice costing around €4.
Oiliness
A number of reviews mention that the pizza can be excessively oily, with oil pooling at the bottom, which some find heavy or indigestible. This is a recurring point of criticism.
Portion size
The pizza slices are described as generous and abundant, making for a satisfying meal. The option to order by weight allows diners to choose their portion.
Most-loved dishes
AI summary of what 4 dish mentions say about the food
The crispy, airy pizza margherita al trancio earns rapturous praise for its perfect simplicity. Reviewers agree the vibe is pure, unpretentious Neapolitan bliss.
“A huge slice of pizza for €4. It's a bit like Chicago pizza, lots of oil, very good. For me it's a 9.5 out of 10. Super recommended. It's a high level, it smashed it.”
“The Margherita here is very good. The base is biscuit-like, almost crumbly, with an excellent dough and a well-fried base. It's a bit oilier than the first place, but you can tell they use quality oil. I'd give it an 8 for oiliness and an 8 for crunchiness.”
What creators say
3 creators have covered Antica Pizzeria La Fiorentina. Most active: Franchino Er Criminale, Giovanni Fois, Chef in Camicia
A solid pizza al trancio spot in Milan, well-organized with separate takeout and dine-in counters. The slice is good but could be crunchier underneath.
Dishes mentioned
Pizza Margherita al Trancio
This slice has a very soft dough, there's no crunchy part except maybe on the crust, but barely. The mozzarella formed a little crust during baking, so that part is crunchy, but if I move to just the edge, there's no crunch at all. The dough is good though, well baked, good flavor. The slice is generous, mozzarella on top is abundant but within limits. I'd give it an 8 out of 10.
A historic pizzeria in Milan serving excellent pizza at a great price, highly recommended with a 9.5/10 rating.
Dishes mentioned
Pizza Margherita
A huge slice of pizza for €4. It's a bit like Chicago pizza, lots of oil, very good. For me it's a 9.5 out of 10. Super recommended. It's a high level, it smashed it.
My winner for best pizza al trancio in Milan: a historic spot open since 1927 with top-quality ingredients, a slightly oilier but perfectly crunchy and biscuit-like dough, and great value for money.
Dishes mentioned
Pizza Margherita
The Margherita here is very good. The base is biscuit-like, almost crumbly, with an excellent dough and a well-fried base. It's a bit oilier than the first place, but you can tell they use quality oil. I'd give it an 8 for oiliness and an 8 for crunchiness.
Pizza Salsiccia e Friarielli
This is the surprise pizza, typical of this place. The sausage is top quality, slightly spiced, just a tiny bit spicy, and sautéed with oil, garlic, and chili pepper — really well done. The slice is much bigger than the Margherita. It costs 10 euros, but it's made to order with fresh ingredients, so it's worth it.
