The story
Since 1964, Panineria De Santis on Corso Magenta has been a Milanese institution, holding a 4.4-star rating from creators who treat its sandwiches like works of art. Franchino Er Criminale describes it as "a premium sandwich shop that feels like a jewelry store for sandwiches," praising its "studied, high‑quality ingredients and impeccable presentation." Meanwhile, sandrino, in his series on Milan’s best paninari, singles out the "phenomenal" roast beef sandwich (Panino con Rosbif) as a personal favorite, cementing the spot’s old-school pedigree.
Beyond the rosbif, the Portoghese and Cesare sandwiches earn thumbs-ups from creators. With tags like #old-school, #trendy, and #instagrammable, De Santis bridges tradition and modern cool—a place where legendary status meets studied craftsmanship. It’s a must-visit for anyone serious about Milanese panini culture.
Synthesised by AI from every creator’s review. First reviewed 2024.
Most-loved dishes
AI summary of what 4 dish mentions say about the food
Reviewers rave about the Cesare, a standout panino that anchors the menu. The overall vibe is one of simple, hearty satisfaction, with each bite delivering bold, unpretentious flavor.
“I got it another time, always with bresaola but with fior di latte mozzarella, marinated artichokes and olive pâté. It's also a great sandwich.”
What creators say
3 creators have covered Panineria De Santis. Most active: Franchino Er Criminale, sandrino
A premium sandwich shop that feels like a jewelry store for sandwiches, with studied, high-quality ingredients and impeccable presentation.
Dishes mentioned
Portoghese
I paid €13 for this sandwich. It's bresaola, punt d'anca, orange pulp, fontina doop melted, vodka, pink sauce, lemon and pepper. The bread is a thin, grilled ciabatta, hot and super crunchy. The fontina melts in your mouth, you can taste the lemon, it's seasoned well, and the orange pulp gives a contrast. These are studied sandwiches, studied well. It's excellent, really. The packaging is like the Apple of sandwiches — a calibrated bag, rectangular, perfect, nothing falls apart. Premium, like the packaging, like the place, maximum care.
Cesare
I got it another time, always with bresaola but with fior di latte mozzarella, marinated artichokes and olive pâté. It's also a great sandwich.
- Franchino Er CriminaleLoved
Panini criminali CASTELLO SFORZESCO Milano · @ 16:11
A fantastic cold panino spot with great ingredients and unbeatable value.
Dishes mentioned
Panino con Bresaola, Carciofini, Mozzarella e Patè di Olive
I got the one with bresaola, artichokes, mozzarella and olive pâté. The bread is pressed and crunchy, not what I usually expect from a panino, but it works. The filling is generous, well seasoned, well composed. The packaging is perfect — napkin, box, everything. For €1.50 it's incredible value. I'd give it a 9-.
One of the most famous paninari in Milan, Panineria De Santis has been around since 1964 and serves a phenomenal roast beef sandwich that the creator loves.
Dishes mentioned
Panino con Rosbif
This sandwich has a crunchy, excellent bread, delicate pear, wine of a certain caliber, and explosive mozzarella. It's like Ronaldo the phenomenon — a true phenomenon, a double step. I'd stare for hours watching you make this, bro.
