Historic confectionery and cafe on Piazza Castello; phone numbers in listings conflict, so use the contact page at barattiemilano.it.
Baratti & Milano is a historic confectioner and cafe at Piazza Castello 27/29 in Turin, in Italy's Piedmont region, with its cafe inside the Galleria Subalpina, the 19th-century covered arcade linking Piazza Castello with Piazza Carlo Alberto. The firm was founded in 1858 as a confectioners, and the cafe has occupied the Galleria Subalpina since 1875. The site is in the heart of the royal quarter, a few steps from the Royal Palace and the Teatro Regio, and it is classed here as a historic cafe in the moderate price tier.
The food and drink centre on chocolate, pastry and coffee. The house is associated with the cremino, a layered chocolate made with gianduja, the hazelnut chocolate paste that is one of Turin's most celebrated inventions, and with gianduiotti, the wrapped ingot-shaped chocolates. Caramella Classica, the house hard candy, is also listed among the signature products. Coffee and hot chocolate are served at the cafe, and the shop sells boxed chocolates that are popular as gifts, with Turin's chocolate tradition being a leading reason to visit.
The atmosphere is elegant and old-world, with a decorated interior of mirrors and carved woodwork typical of Turin's grand cafes. The noise level is moderate and the tone is refined without being stiff, and there is no strict dress code, although smart-casual clothing blends in with the clientele. The beverage programme is built around coffee, hot chocolate and aperitif-style drinks rather than a wine list.
Opening hours reported by a third-party guide are Tuesday to Sunday from 9:00AM to 8:00PM, with Monday closed, and visitors should confirm before travelling. Reservations are not typically taken, and the cafe works on a walk-in basis; table service can mean a short wait at weekends and during the Christmas shopping period. Phone numbers in listings conflict, so contact details should be taken from the contact page at barattiemilano.it. The location makes it easy to combine with a visit to the Royal Palace, Piazza Castello and the covered arcades of Via Po.
| Price | $$ |
|---|---|
| Hours | Tue-Sun 9:00AM-8:00PM; closed Monday (third-party guide; confirm) |
| Reservations | Walk-in |
| Address | Piazza Castello 27/29, 10123 Torino |
Signature dishes
- Cremino chocolates
- Gianduiotti
- Caramella Classica
Good to know
- Known for
- Confectioners founded 1858, cafe in Galleria Subalpina since 1875
Location
Piazza Castello 27/29, 10123 Torino
45.0692, 7.6863 View on map
Highlights
- Confectioners founded in 1858, in the Galleria Subalpina since 1875
- Cremino and gianduiotti chocolates, plus Caramella Classica
- Gilded cafe interior in the Galleria Subalpina arcade
- Steps from the Royal Palace on Piazza Castello
Tips for visiting
- Walk-in only; expect a short wait at weekends and in the Christmas season.
- Buy boxed gianduiotti or cremino chocolates at the shop as gifts.
- Listed phone numbers conflict, so use the contact page at barattiemilano.it.
- Confirm that the cafe is open on Monday, as a third-party guide lists it closed.
When to visit
Mid-morning or late afternoon on weekdays avoids queues; the Christmas period is especially busy and atmospheric.
Accessibility
Accessibility details were not verified. The cafe is inside the Galleria Subalpina arcade, which is a flat pedestrian passage, but visitors with mobility needs should check access to the cafe itself.
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Frequently asked questions
When was Baratti & Milano founded?
The confectioners were founded in 1858, and the cafe has been in the Galleria Subalpina since 1875.
What is it known for?
Chocolates such as cremino and gianduiotti, along with coffee, pastry and Caramella Classica.
Can a table be reserved?
The venue operates as walk-in. Contact details are on the contact page at barattiemilano.it.
Which day is it closed?
A third-party guide lists Monday as the closing day, so hours should be confirmed.