


Tucked into a corner of Porta Genova, Le Striatelle di Nonna Mafalda serves cucina popolare tipica italiana — honest, home-style Italian cooking the way a grandmother would make it. The handful of tables fill up fast with locals and students alike, drawn by hand-rolled pasta, slow-cooked ragù and a short, daily-changing menu chalked on the wall. It's warm, unpretentious and easy on a student budget, which is why it's become a favourite first stop for newcomers wanting a taste of real Milanese cooking. Come hungry, come early, and don't skip the namesake striatelle. The owners speak a little of every language and love welcoming international students — mention the app and you'll feel like a regular by the second visit.
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