The best bars and cafés Italy

One of Turin's most fashionable bars and restaurants, frequented by artists and writers. Indian and Italian cuisine.

Tasting of wines and regional dishes in a relaxed atmosphere.

Friendly cafe. Wi-Fi connection.

Original, in the heart of the trendy bar district of the Quadrilatero, the Nurah Café, a Moroccan café, offers oriental flavours, with, in the late afternoon or evening, coffee, herbal tea or mint tea (delicious!) accompanied by incomparable Moroccan sweets, and why not a hookah with different aromas available when the good weather allows you to settle down outside. You can also make your aperitifs and drink cocktails there. The decoration is to the endorsement, for a warm and cosy atmosphere.

If you like the ska rhythms, rock, house and wave, that's the right place. Concerts in the week.

Minimal décor, contemporary art exhibitions, a flat screen constantly connected to the avant-garde site - www.arte2000.net - This perfectly new York-style bar-restaurant has quickly become one of the most connected steps in the city.

A cosy atmosphere for this literary coffee in the San Salvario district where you come to enjoy a drink and read books and newspapers (books are on sale). A nice aperitif buffet, sometimes animated by small concerts and cultural evenings.

Nasca is also a bookstore; when you go in the evening, it's hard to believe. Of course, the books on the shelves prove this. But it is also as if they were part of the development. Tastefully decorated, the blend of white and wicker is pleasant in the eye. At the entrance, garlands funny in tree branches never had leaves. Lele, the young dynamic owner of the Perpetual, organized his space as follows: a room is intended for literature, the other for art. Exhibitions change approximately every 2 months. The artists are in Naples, but also in the distant area. The clientele of the site is its image, cultivated and simple. Music goes from Neapolitan song to the lounge. The paintings are for sale and the artists to become. It is also possible to surf the web free from the Ordinateur computer or with its own if you have wifi. A very important address for its uniqueness in the festive street of Vico Belledonne.

Located in Piazza dei Martirs, this café is one of Naples' classics, with a chic and cosy interior and one of the most comfortable terraces in the city. The large wicker chairs make it particularly comfortable to sit down. Perfect for an espresso, a pastry, or for lunch. In the evening around 7pm, at aperitif time, coffee is often the first step before setting off for the Vico Belledonne's bars.

As soon as you enter, you are struck by the beauty of the ancient Turkish lamp that falls from the ceiling of the 66. It must be said that this bar has a "brilliant" decoration: on the first floor, a golden Buddha faces small silver tables. The other room, a small, very comfortable bunker and a sort of smokeless opium den, is convivial after 10 pm. Bluish spots and fluorescent cocktails... The DJ booth hangs from a small balcony, visible from the street. At aperitif time, the 66 is one of the few in the street to offer sushi.

Nothing overrated in this café. Just a stone's throw from the Piazzetta del Nilo, the place concentrates a bit of the Neapolitan soul and is also home to the relics of one of Naples' deities: Maradona. The owner has in fact dedicated an altar to him with a hair of the certified authentic player! Since then, tourists from all over the world have been coming here to have their pictures taken; it can be said that the football star is making a serious competition with San Gennaro, the patron saint of Naples! The setting may be sketchy, but the flavour of the coffee is enough in itself.

African dye, parasols hiding sight on the castle, reserved for tables at the end of the terrace. R 'n' B music mainly, pop and rock 'n' roll. The Mar. Sal is mostly frequented by tourists, and just has the advantage of being open late in August, when all the other bars in the city are closed. In winter, the nightlife of the place has little interest.

The bar-restaurant Da Cocò, ideally situated at the foot of the Aragonese castle, is open from morning to night and is pleasant at any time of the day. From here it is also possible to go to a small, charming and little frequented beach, the spiaggia di Cartaromana. In summer, taxi-boats usually charge €5 per person for a return trip to take you there. There are deckchairs, sunbeds and a small snack bar to make the most of this beach. It is only accessible by boat and therefore often peaceful.

Located in the San Michele hotel, this bar has a lot of style: the address is versatile and can be transformed into a restaurant, a wine bar and a nightclub. It also regularly hosts private events (weddings, birthdays...). In a modern cellar with dark parquet flooring, lit by fluorescent lights, starry ceilings and music are on the programme, with concerts, DJ sets, a piano bar or a karaoke evening. The huge bay window offers a splendid view of the island and the Gulf of Naples. A "hype" address with a festive atmosphere.

Despite its name, this small bar located at the very top of Positano, at the first stop of the buses coming from Sorrento, is very local. Italians like to meet there for a coffee or a beer with a pastry or a snack. They have a front row seat to watch the constant flow of travellers. Cars brush past them. The television broadcasts football matches. A stopover is highly recommended for those arriving in Positano by road, to take the time to marvel at the view while sipping an espresso.

This romantic and colorful bar is located a few steps from the La Fenice theater. It attracts a diverse clientele, a mix of Venetians and foreigners looking for originality. You can order a glass of prosecco or champagne, a Bellini or an Italian beer. You can also work up an appetite by enjoying cicchetti (Sardinian in saor in particular), or by opting directly for secondi piatti that are just as local, such as calf's liver(fegato) cut into thin strips, served with polenta. Refined plates.

An address that appeals on a culinary level. Once you enter the Iguanna, you will be transported in a purely Mexican atmosphere, with sombreros, flags and bright colors. Let's go for a memorable evening of celebration, with a lot of local dishes and guaranteed gluten-free: nachos, tortillas, burritos, enchiladas and fajitas, more or less sprinkled with chillies, vegetarian for some, and assisted almost every time by a tequila, a mojito, a beer, or a soda, according to your taste. Salute!

At the North end of the Lido, this large bar in the Caribbean style (with the statement of the owners), is in summer, the favorite place of appointment of the young people to the fashion. The atmosphere inevitably informal and is slackened there (or this would be artificial?). Self-service at midday, the evening Pachuka becomes a sizeable fish restaurant where it is good to finish the evening between friends. Around midnight, the bar-restaurant-coil-service endorses its disguise of end of evening and is disguised for the last time as nightclub. It is the place impossible to circumvent of the summer. Friday to Sunday concerts are organized while Wednesday is devoted to the jazz. It is the only box of Venice where the atmosphere is truly animated.

While the Florian was considered the café of the Italian nationalists, the Quadri was the den of the Austrians. In any case, the setting that it has distilled for 250 years is radiant. The upstairs dining room is a marvel of stucco, marble, velvet and precious mirrors. Once at the table, the scallops with saffron or the chestnut gnocchetti are some of the dishes that will sweep you off your feet, even if the prices are high, as the magic of the place requires, including when it comes to a simple espresso or a cocktail.

The Santo Bevitore ("Holy Drinker") is a nice pub, a favorite haunt of beer lovers, but also of the clientele of the nearby youth hostel. You will find drinks and food, on the go, small bruschette and other antipasti. A very friendly atmosphere in a colorful setting, with its omnipresent words on the walls. If the public comes here, it is also for the musical program. Some evenings, concerts allow future talents to test their first titles live. Beautiful memories in the key.

Everyone here knows this bar. Incredible list of cocktails available, live concerts, vintage decoration... all the ingredients are gathered for the sauce to set. In a Florence increasingly invaded by the lounge trend, the Rex stands out for its uniqueness and a preference for rock music and attic bottoms. People come here to dance or have a drink in one of the large leather armchairs. The audience is eclectic: all ages and styles can meet each other without a hitch. Come around 10pm.

At the time of the aperitif, it is especially important not to miss the excellent Vernaccia de San Gimignano, a dry white wine which, according to legend, was highly appreciated by kings and popes. The shaded inner courtyard of this wine cellar, under a large tree, is very pleasant. The modern furniture blends perfectly with the stone and the old style of the room, thanks to a clever lighting system. Excellent atmosphere. For those who do not have a great appetite, the wine tasting accompaniments will be more than enough.

The best coffee in the village. Here is also the best ice in Pontremoli.

With live music in the evening and come out in front of the hotel to recover.

A friendly pub and where beer is good.

Very colourful and fresh bar. Its pergola, which overlooks Naviglio della Martesana, becomes a calm and pleasant terrace. Located near Isola's district, this bar is far from the usual circuits of the Milan-famous London night owls. Every evening, a DJ mixing good music trends. On Saturday and Sunday, the generous happy hour is eagerly awaited by the regulars.

In summer, in its beautiful interior garden, a very varied buffet is served. Many French people from Milan know this place and appreciate the atmosphere.

Set up in a former bicycle spare parts shop, this very design bar is a reference for those looking for a neat and relaxing place that's fun and trendy at the same time. In fact, this address has held its own since 1998. Contemporary works of art surround you in the dining room, and a bicycle hangs over your head as you sip a cocktail accompanied by tempting appetizers such as fish croquettes, vegetable crisps and chickpea hummus. The burgers are remarkable. Sunday brunch.

This café-restaurant is located near the pier of the boats that leave for the Borromean Islands. It is therefore perfectly located to wait patiently for your turn if there are many people who want to embark or just to take a break. Its terrace of about fifty seats overlooks the lake, the view is breathtaking. We would not necessarily choose this address for a bite to eat, but for a drink or an aperitivo, the atmosphere is authentic and the service quite relaxed. In the evening, you can listen to live music.

If you don't have the opportunity to stay in this historic hotel (a luxurious 4-star hotel), nothing prevents you from having a drink in its bar, a small showcase for the evening. The setting is sumptuous, all in wood and with preserved antiques. Among the rites of Cortina, it is the most practiced: one goes there for an aperitif before dinner, as Hemingway did. Inspiring, isn't it? Among the cocktails, we recommend lemon-strawberry vodka, but also Dolomiti, made with grappa and raspberry, subtle and original.

The village's unmissable café, a meeting place for the whole of Asolo, serves cocktails invented by the Venetian Cipriani (the one at Harry's Bar). All made from prosecco, they are mixed in winter with orange juice (Mimosa), in spring with strawberry juice, in summer with pink peach juice (Bellini), in autumn with grape and strawberry juice (Tiziano). The most original, the aperitivo della casa, is Tintoretto, which mixes prosecco and pomegranate juice. Some grocery products are on sale, including oil from the Asolo hills and green apple jams.

A trendy address for young people and offers a super "happy hour". This very nice bar, hosted by a French woman, is located opposite the university. A guaranteed student atmosphere!

One of the many meeting points of the young people of Venice. As its name indicates, in this wine bar you can enjoy a drink on a jazz background in an exhilarating light atmosphere. The Bacaro offers a fine selection of beers, cocktails and wines to drink in glass. Late in the evening, waiters from the restaurants of the surrounding area have a last drink. In the afternoon, it's the ideal place to enjoy a drink between friends, while in the evening, more "hot", there are other epicurean who also appreciate this address.

Modern décor, dynamic staff, wide range of local products, Mamma Mia has all the ingredients for a good time. Visitors looking for tasting will not be disappointed. This bar is so complete that it is possible to leave on tests of rum rather than wine. Lunch or dinner is also possible, with the chef offering one or two different dishes every day.

Enlarge, the restaurant and its terrace occupy almost all the space of Piazza della Vittoria. Wine tasting, ice cream, pastry… you can find everything you need to eat or a little sweet. On the map, nothing exceptional for a restaurant with such potential. It's a pity that you would have liked to taste the culinary tests of seafood or fish, given the geographical situation of Castiglioncello. However, the dishes offered are very good.

This address is undoubtedly distinguished from the rest thanks to the very successful combination of its terrace. Inside, another thirty tables are available. But taking into account the tranquillity of the square, it is advisable to settle outside. On the culinary side, all the addresses of the square are valid, with a preference for it.

All that is simpler… and cheaper on the square to get a little slack.

A chic tavern, dedicated to music, with many trompe-l'oeil paintings. Guido, the popular singer and master of the place, with his guitar, his good mood, his flowered shirts and his communicative energy, sets the place on fire. He plays classic Italian and Neapolitan tunes. For a few years now, he has been assisted by his son Gianluigi, who has helped to rejuvenate the tavern's clientele and open it up to new horizons. No dress code, the place is open to all... but it is still quite stuffy!

A very warm wine bar where you can relax while enjoying local specialities. You can be served indoors or outdoors in the summer. Many people and a lot of atmosphere.

Located in the Borgo Dora district, Sapor di Vino has quickly won over the Piedmontese, seduced first and foremost by its summer terrace. The setting is more that of a wine bar than a restaurant, and the menu follows the changing seasons: raclette in winter, mushrooms in autumn, vitel tonné in summer... The wine list is, of course, a delight, but the traditional Piedmontese dishes are not to be outdone, succulent and hearty. An excellent trattoria to visit regularly for good times with friends!

La Drogheria cocktail bar is a must in Turin. Its setting, first of all, is both warm and elegant, designer yet accessible. Secondly, the cocktails served are truly remarkable, prepared by ultra-competent bartenders. Finally, it's possible - and recommended! - to accompany your drinks with tapas or gourmet aperitif boards, as everything you taste here is made with top-quality products.

One of the first bars to open in Sauze d'Oulx, in 1953. It's the place to be after skiing, to recharge your batteries and recover from all your efforts. Here, original aperitifs are prepared in a relaxed, lively atmosphere. DJ sets are regularly organized. The atmosphere is more akin to a British pub than an Italian-style bar, partly because it's mainly frequented by foreign tourists, and you'll mainly find burgers and chips.

In the heart of Courmayeur, along the mundane promenade, the village's historic café retains its charm. In winter, it's nice to sit in an armchair with a frothy cappuccino and crunchy biscuits by the crackling fire in the stone fireplace bearing the town's coat of arms. The interior is made up of sofas and coffee tables, a real cocooning place. The famous digestive grolla is served here, a mixture of coffee and moonshine, with orange and lemon peel, flambéed just before being drunk with friends after a good meal.