Hi Janine,

Firstly I would say try to avoid the cafes dotted around the Duomo Di Milano they tend to be overpriced and mediocre. I love the Navigli area where you will find really fab, local restaurants, cafes and bars overlooking the canals. Take the Metro to Porta Genova and walk over the bridge. I also love the area around Parco Sempione and I found a great little cafe right around the corner from Teatro alla Scala down a little side street, right behind it. I'm sorry I can't remember the name but it is less than 2 minutes walk from the Teatro. 

Hi Janine!

So Arnold's coffee is starbucksy and cozy but bad coffee and always crowded. But if you get there when they open you can score a seat. Via Orefici

Or, take a walk down Corso Garibaldi from the Lanza station to the Moscova station, both on green line. Really easy. Corso Garibaldi has little restaurants and bars aka cafes so I am sure you can find one. Just keep walking straight. Another bar bar but also you can get coffee is called Radetzky Café. It is a great night spot but also cute and busy during the day.

Have fun!

Try this one