The story
Antico Forno dal 1979, a Milanese bakery on Via Ettore Ponti, has been turning out bread and pastries since its founding, but one recent video review suggests the quality may have slipped. Franchino Er Criminale, in his "Forni criminali SAN GOTTARDO Milano" feature, calls the place "disappointing," citing lab-made sweets and an inedible panzerotto. He singles out the white focaccia as "decent," but that’s the lone bright spot in an otherwise insufficient performance.
Of the dishes sampled, the brioche earns a thumbs-down, as does the focaccia margherita with mozzarella. The panzerotto is described as inedible, and even the white focaccia—the only item not panned—fails to redeem the experience. Franchino gives Antico Forno a 5 out of 10, making it a tough recommendation for anyone seeking authentic bakery fare in the city.
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
Antico Forno dal 1979 earns raves for its legendary brioche, a buttery, pillowy delight that defines the warm, old-world charm of this beloved bakery.
“This brioche is limp, even badly reheated. Inside it's raw, elastic. It tastes like Autogrill. I didn't buy any sweets except this one to show you the level. The maritozzi with cream — I did you a favour by not buying them.”
What creators say
1 creator has covered Antico Forno dal 1979. Most active: Franchino Er Criminale
A disappointing place with lab-made sweets, an inedible panzerotto, and a bad margherita. The white focaccia is decent, but overall it's insufficient. I give it a 5.
Dishes mentioned
Brioche
This brioche is limp, even badly reheated. Inside it's raw, elastic. It tastes like Autogrill. I didn't buy any sweets except this one to show you the level. The maritozzi with cream — I did you a favour by not buying them.
Panzerotto
Apart from the fact that it stinks of oil — you get that whiff of used frying oil — it's completely cold, empty, fake. It's lab stuff. Look at the white dough, badly cooked. The tomato is acidic, the cheese too. It's the classic product that gives you the runs. No, no, no, no. Absolutely not. And it cost €3.00 — I'm paying for it, it's not a gift. Or maybe I paid €0.50? Come on.
Focaccia Margherita con Mozzarella
This looks like a Milanese slice with too much mozzarella. The problem is the dough is really mattress-like. Well cooked, but oily with a bad oil taste in the mouth. The dough needs a complete redo. The tomato is acidic. The oil has a bad taste.
- Focaccia
