Pastamadre

The industrial Porta Romana neighborhood is on track to becoming Milan's next it-neighborhood, thanks in large part to the opening of the Prada Foundation, but on first glance it's still a bit run-down. There are, however, treasures to be found if only you know where to go, including some of the city's best homemade pasta at the local favorite Pastamadre. Up front, there's a bakery turning out incredible sweets (millefoglie, mousse di zabaione, apple crumble), while the back holds a small restaurant with tables pushed close together; in fact, the dining room looks more like a pizza joint than a restaurant. Dishes present perfectly turned out Italian home cooking. Pastamadre is a good spot for lunch if you're at the Prada Foundation and desire something heartier than the panini at Bar Luce. The restaurant is about a ten-minute drive from the museum.