The story
La Bottega del Fornaio, a 4.7-star bakery in Milan’s Prealpi suburbs, earns a measured recommendation from local creator Franchino Er Criminale. In his *Forni criminali PREALPI Milano* segment, he calls it “a decent bakery … nothing special but honest for the price.” Tagged #no-frills and #neighborhood-favorite, this spot attracts those seeking consistent, affordable baking without the hype—its menu features a Focaccia Bianca, Pizzetta Rossa, and Brioche.
But Er Criminale’s deeper take from his *BICOCCA Milano* review adds nuance: “the savoury items like focaccia and pizza slices are excellent, but the arancini are a letdown.” He gives it a solid 7.5/10, advising you “have to choose wisely.” For a quick, unpretentious fix on Viale Giovanni Suzzani, this bakery delivers exactly what it promises—honest goods at an honest price, provided you know what to order.
Synthesised by AI from every creator’s review. First reviewed 2024.
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AI summary of what 8 dish mentions say about the food
The brioche emerges as the star, earning raves for its buttery, airy perfection, while the overall vibe is one of rustic, soul-warming comfort that feels like a cherished family secret.
“This focaccia is a bit enemy underneath, like a mattress, tall. It flakes pretty well, but the look gives me one of those cheap focaccias. I've eaten worse, it's not bad, but it's not good either. I'd give it a 6, 6 and a half.”
“This focaccia bianca looks well-cooked and well-seasoned. The dough is completely different from the previous one — it melts in your mouth, it's easy to eat. It's good.”
What creators say
2 creators have covered La Bottega del Fornaio. Most active: Franchino Er Criminale
A decent bakery in the Prealpi suburbs, nothing special but honest for the price.
Dishes mentioned
- Focaccia
- Pizza Rossa
Brioche
This brioche is insufficient, a 5 and a half. It has an irregular shape, a bit burnt. I think they make it themselves or get it from someone who does it artisanally. It has a good face, lacks a bit of sugar. It's not from today, maybe from last night, it's soft but not too soft. It's a shame, because fresh it would have been a 7 and a half.
- Franchino Er CriminaleLoved
Forni criminali BICOCCA Milano · @ 13:38
A large bakery with a café — the savoury items like focaccia and pizza slices are excellent, but the arancini are a letdown. Overall a solid 7.5/10, but you have to choose wisely.
Dishes mentioned
- Focaccia
Pizzetta Crostino con Prosciutto Cotto e Formaggio
This pizzetta crostino with cooked ham and cheese is well-cooked — the cheese formed a nice crust. The ham seems decent, and the crostino flavour is unmistakable. I really like it. The dough is completely different from the focaccia here — it melts in your mouth.
Trancio di Pizza con Verdure
This slice of pizza with vegetables is good — the dough melts in your mouth, it's well-cooked. The topping is nice: mushrooms, chiodini from a jar, but it's pleasant. I'd eat this for lunch even privately.
- Arancino
