The best bars and cafés Naples

You are not mistaken, you are still in Naples, in one of the most luxurious bars in the city. A cosmopolitan space reminiscent of New York or Berlin, the Beluga, located on the ninth floor of the 5-star Romeo Hotel, offers a list of the best cocktails, a wide selection of wines and, above all, a breathtaking view of the Bay of Naples. Perfect for an aperitif or an early evening drink, with the possibility of prolonging the moment with a dinner facing the panorama.

Very chic, it's the rendez-vous of the Neapolitan nobility. It is always nice to sit on the terrace to admire the spectacle of the street. That is what this is all about: a scene…

Located near the old Port'Alba town gate, in the rue des bouquinistes. In the evening, this second-hand bookshop transforms into a lively bar with a relaxed atmosphere. Enjoy a cocktail or glass of wine in a worn armchair or perched on a stool, to the sound of alternative music. Please note: the books that cover the entire walls of the premises are for sale, so you need to ask permission to leaf through them to avoid damaging them. Concerts and DJ evenings are sometimes held at weekends.

This bistro was inaugurated in 2013 and, since its opening, it has earned its place in the hearts of Neapolitans. Its success is easily explained by its concept: a meeting place where to enjoy an aperitif, share small dishes with a good glass of wine, choose a cocktail from the long list or... play table soccer with friends. Every week, special events are organized: wine tastings, foreign-language conversation tables, or themed aperitifs to open up to new horizons and new encounters.

One of the most famous cafés in Naples, a myth! Created in 1860 by Vincenzo Appuzo, the establishment is in the age of Italian Unity! Strategically located between Via Chiaia, Piazza Trieste e Trento and Piazza Plebiscito, this café-gallery, of true splendour, decorated with golden stuccoes, paintings and large ice-creams, has welcomed kings, queens, intellectuals, poets, journalists... Even today, the most famous personalities, including the presidents of the Republic, do not fail to stop there to drink a coffee that cannot be ignored.

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.

Change of atmosphere in this Italian-Arab bar, oriental decoration and music with Persian carpets and arabesque mirrors. It is very frequented by the students of the district, who like to smoke chicha there. Relaxed atmosphere for a relaxing moment in Piazza Bellini. The bar also offers small oriental dishes such as couscous, falafels or maqluba, a Palestinian dish (a mixture of rice, chicken and eggplant). The Caffè Arabo offers slightly better prices than the bars around the square.

The black goose sign is located in a street adjacent to Piazza Vanvitelli, in the Vomero district. This Irish pub has for credo "Life is too short to drink bad beers"! Promise kept, there is a nice selection of beers, Irish classics like Guinness or Kilkenny, but also Italian or Belgian brands. The pub also serves hamburgers. Beware: the service is charged at 15%, no need to bring a tip! An advice, arrive early in the evening, because the place is often crowded.

The Alaska Pub has several rooms, including two main areas, the ristopub and the cocktail bar. The latter is located just after the entrance, you won't be able to miss it with its imposing 6 m long oak counter. Just behind it, the barmen are eager to advise you on their best cocktails and spirits, as the list is long. Ideal for an aperitif or a drink in the evening, but you can also sit down for a sandwich or a hamburger with certified meat from non-intensive farms.

This wine bar and restaurant offers a wide and interesting selection of vintages from all over Italy by the glass and bottle. It's mostly frequented by Neapolitans, who know this rather discreet address despite its proximity to the Piazza dei Martiri. Just a stone's throw from the baretti area, the Chiaia district with its many bars and movida nightlife (on either side of via Alabardieri and via Belledonne), Vinarium is a pleasant prelude to or end to an evening out.

If you arrive at the central station of Naples and feel the need for a coffee, you should stop at Bar Mexico. Located in the square of the station, it is easy to spot thanks to its original orange-colored front. This mythical café, open since 1948, serves 100% Neapolitan espresso . You can enjoy it on the terrace or at the counter in a picturesque 1950s-style setting. Some Neapolitan pastries and pastries will fill a small hunger. The hot chocolate is also excellent. Other address:

Piazza Dante, 86.