Norah was drunk

For Milan drinkers who want a sharper reason than “good cocktails,” Norah was drunk is an easy yes: its case is absinthe, Martinis, and canned fish, not a generic aperitivo formula. In Lambrate, away from the city’s obvious central bar circuit, it suits explorers who want a focused format and enough depth to justify a detour.

Opened in February 2022, it has had four years to sharpen a clear identity. The drinks list is the useful detail: ten signature cocktails, eight house blends tied to the venue’s short history, and four Martini variations, alongside drinks prepared with the “green fairy.” That gives the night a decision path rather than an open-ended menu scroll: start with absinthe if that is the draw, or use the Martinis and classics as the safer route.

Go for absinthe depth, not a standard Milan aperitivo

The value question is hard to answer without published prices, so judge by intent rather than budget. This is stronger when the round is part of the evening. Reviewers praise both signature and classic cocktails, with extra attention on the absinthe selection, the main trust signal here.

Food is part of the appeal, but in a narrow lane: oysters and preserves are listed with the cocktail program, and the venue’s identity includes canned fish. That makes it better for a salty, drink-led stop than for anyone seeking a full dinner format.

The room gives the concept enough polish

The interior leans Old Milan, with a sleek marble bar top and custom-made furnishings. That matters because absinthe can feel gimmicky; here, the setting gives the ritual a considered frame. Book this when the priority is a distinctive cocktail experience in Lambrate. Skip it when the party needs broad food choices, confirmed outdoor seating, or a predictable low-cost round.