Caffe Mulassano

Caffe Mulassano is a historic small cafe under the arcades of Piazza Castello 15 in Turin, Piedmont, Italy, with an Art Nouveau interior of carved wood and marble that is among the best-preserved in the city. It is known for the tramezzino, the triangular crustless sandwich that is reported to have been first served here in 1926, and for the aperitivo served at the bar. Although it is listed under nightlife, it works as an early-evening stop rather than a late-night venue: reported hours are daily from about 7:30AM to 9PM, so the cafe closes before most bars begin to fill. The crowd mixes local office workers, older regulars, theatre-goers heading to the nearby Teatro Regio and Teatro Stabile, and many visitors photographing the interior. Dress is casual to smart-casual and no dress code applies. The atmosphere is calm and old-fashioned, with no loud music, and the room is very small, so standing at the bar is common. The drinks programme includes espresso, vermouth, spritz, wine and simple cocktails, with tramezzini and pastries alongside. Prices at the bar are reported at about €5-€9 (~$5.75-$10.35) per drink, and a service surcharge applies at tables, so drinking standing at the bar is cheaper. No cover charge applies. Reservations are not normally taken for drinks, and bottle service is not part of the format. Queues can form at peak times because seating is minimal, especially around 6PM-7:30PM when aperitivo and theatre crowds coincide. Weekday mornings and mid-afternoons are quieter. Visitors can pair a visit with Palazzo Reale, the Royal Armoury or the Piazza Castello arcades. Hours are unverified and worth confirming.