Panino Giusto

Proper prosciutto in T1 instead of plastic-wrapped mystery sandwiches

In Terminal T1, Panino Giusto is the place regular MXP flyers name when they want a made‑to‑order Italian panino with real prosciutto or bresaola, not the fridge-case specials. It runs around $$ for a sandwich and drink, roughly €10–€15 depending on fillings and size.

This is post‑security in T1 and set up more like a deli counter than a sit‑down restaurant, with a short bar and a few tables. Expect a basic menu of panini built around cured meats and cheeses, with prosciutto and bresaola options called out again and again in reviews as the safe bet. Quality is closer to a Milan city bar than to typical airport fast food.

Lines are the main pain point: people report 15–20 minutes at peak morning bank times before 10:00, especially on Schengen departures. If your boarding pass says “gate closes in 20,” this is not the moment to start a custom order. Hit them in the mid‑afternoon lull and you’re usually in and out under 10 minutes.

Price complaints are common: figure you’re paying a €3–€4 premium over a street bar in central Milan for similar ingredients. Regulars shrug and say the bread, prosciutto, and cheeses still beat the plastic-wrapped options scattered around T1. Rating hovers around 3 out of 5, which mostly reflects cost and crowds rather than food quality.

Seating is limited, with only a small handful of stools and tables, so frequent flyers often grab a panino and eat at the gate or on board. The sandwiches hold up fine over a 2–3 hour flight, making this a good “plane picnic” move instead of relying on buy‑on‑board.

Tip: If your flight leaves before noon from T1, order something simple like prosciutto e formaggio and join the queue at least 30 minutes before boarding time.