Cafe
Corto
An all-day Italian cafe specializing in hot-pressed focaccia sandwiches and traditional espresso drinks. Owner Cristiano Rossi sources cured meats like speck and 18-month Parma prosciutto directly from Italian importers to build sandwiches named after futurist artists. Head straight through the narrow indoor counter to find the hidden, brick-walled backyard garden for a quiet place to eat.
★ The Legend
Severini Focaccia
A meticulously constructed sandwich layering rich Italian ham, avocado, tomatoes, Tropea red onions, a soft-boiled egg, and a sweet-and-spicy hot pepper jelly. Regulars always ask to add a drizzle of truffle honey to balance the heat of the pepper jelly and the richness of the egg yolk.
◆ Fan Favorite
Bragaglia Focaccia
This classic combination features paper-thin sheets of 24-month aged Parma prosciutto, creamy buffalo mozzarella, and sweet heirloom cherry tomatoes. It is best enjoyed fresh on their airy, sea-salt-dusted house focaccia while sitting in the sun-drenched backyard.
◇ Hidden Gem
Dottori Focaccia
Most visitors default to the prosciutto options, completely bypassing this fiery masterpiece of spreadable Calabrian 'nduja, spicy soppressata, robiola cheese, tomatoes, and Tropea red onions. The creamy, tangy robiola melts slightly against the warm bread, perfectly tempering the intense chili heat of the cured meats.
✦ Off the Menu
Corto After Hours Aperitivo
When the sun goes down, the cafe transitions into an intimate evening wine bar serving curated Italian cocktails alongside complimentary small plates of traditional aperitivi snacks. To experience this hidden neighborhood ritual, bypass the daytime coffee counter and head straight to the candlelit backyard garden after 5:00 PM.
Insider Tip
Order your espresso drink as a Shakerato or a Caffe in Ghiaccio to experience the traditional southern Italian style of iced coffee, which is sweetened with almond syrup and shaken to a frothy finish. Pair it with one of their cream-filled raisin pastries, which are rolled fresh in the back kitchen every morning.
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