The story
Ciccio Pizza, located on Via Teodosio in Milan, is a bakery and pizza spot that has earned a devoted following for one item in particular. Food creator Franchino Er Criminale, in his review “Forni criminali ZARA Milano,” declares that the simple white focaccine (Focaccine Bianche Semplici) are “absolutely spectacular, a 10 out of 10.” That single dish, he emphasizes, is the clear standout—a masterclass in simplicity.
Beyond those flawless white rolls, Franchino found the rest of the menu to be good but not at the same level. Other dishes he sampled include a Focaccina con Pomodori, a Pizzetta con Pomodoro e Mozzarella, a savory Sfilatino con Verdure, Spinaci e Ricotta, a sweet Sfilatino Dolce con Marmellata, and a Fagottino Crema e Cioccolato—all earning his approval. His overall score: an 8.5, maybe a 9 minus, specifically because those focaccine are that incredible. A neighborhood favorite worth visiting for the bakery’s crown jewel.
Synthesised by AI from every creator’s review. First reviewed 2023.
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AI summary of what 6 dish mentions say about the food
Ciccio Pizza’s Focaccina con pomodori draws raves for its bright, rustic simplicity, earning a reputation as a must-try. The overall vibe is warmly casual, with reviewers praising the unfussy, satisfying quality of the food.
“The focaccia with tomatoes is a bit undercooked, too pale inside. The tomato is treated really well, excellent. But the cooking is slightly behind.”
What creators say
1 creator has covered Ciccio Pizza. Most active: Franchino Er Criminale
A bakery where the simple white focaccine are absolutely spectacular, a 10 out of 10. The rest is good but not at that level. Overall I'd give it an 8.5, maybe a 9 minus, because those focaccine are incredible.
Dishes mentioned
Focaccina con Pomodori
The focaccia with tomatoes is a bit undercooked, too pale inside. The tomato is treated really well, excellent. But the cooking is slightly behind.
Focaccine Bianche Semplici
These are special, out of this world. They have this crust around, this cooking that is spectacular. In terms of dough I've eaten better in previous episodes, but in terms of cooking I've never found such a perfect one. This is 9.5 or 10 out of 10. I want to give the benefit of the doubt, maybe I was lucky and they were just made, they're still warm. If you happen to find them like this, it's a 10.
Pizzetta con Pomodoro e Mozzarella
This pizzetta has tomato and mozzarella. Very well cooked, the mozzarella is stringy on top. It's good, the dough feels in the mouth, it's not bad. The cheese on top seems like plastic it's so good. It falls apart. I'd give it a 4 out of 10 just to look at it, then when you eat it it's a poem. It's also salty, I like salty.
Sfilatino con Verdure, Spinaci e Ricotta
This is a savoury sfilatino with spinach and ricotta. I would have preferred it crunchy, not soft. Because it's soft with this interior, it makes it very dry. I didn't like this.
Sfilatino Dolce con Marmellata
This sweet one has jam inside. It has a nice appearance, a nice colour, you want to eat it. But it should be more crumbly, it's not. It's a bit soft too.
