Cocktail Bars in Rome
We happened upon this bar one Friday evening on our way to Piazza Navona. Obika is a trendy bar with ample outdoor seating, situated in a quiet square. It could have been the smiling customers or the neon lit scooter outside which drew our attention, but more than likely it was the 10 Euro price with buffet included which reeled us in.
Located in historic Piazza di Pietra a 5 minute walk from the Pantheon, Caffè Fandango is a sanctuary for Rome's artistic personalities. With three rooms inside the bar, including a cinema, poetry readings, photographic presentations and musical exhibitions are held almost nightly.
Doppio Zero is a trendy hot spot for Rome's young adults. Located in the business district of Ostiense, Doppio Zero serves everything from cornetti to fresh bread and pastries, right up to pasta, meat and mouth watering desserts.
ReRè is located a bit off the tourist path in the trendy suburb of Ponte Milvio. ReRè is a kitsch-chic locale which we fell in love with due to its French bohemian styling, excellent service and endless variety of sexy cocktails. The theme seen throughout the bar is leopard print and red and is this nowhere else more evident than in the gaudy red chandeliers and leopard print chairs and tables.
Salotto 42 is a hip bar located in the beautiful Piazza di Pietra near the Pantheon in Rome. We went to the locale a few Fridays ago after hearing rave reviews from our Roman friends. Of course we went for the aperitivo as we know it is the most economic way to enjoy a bar in Rome. There was a healthy sized crowd of people spilling out into the piazza which we took as a good sign. Inside the dimly lit bar there is an assortment of couches in the center of the small room while either side is lined by bar stools.
La Curia di Bacco is a well-known bar amongst the locals, located just a few steps from Campo de Fiori. Legend has it that one of the rooms of the bar, was actually an exit from Teatro di Pompeo, where Julius Cesar was warned about the impending attack from Brutus.
The Zest Bar is a hip hotel bar located on the 7th floor of the Radisson Blu hotel in the center of Rome. The interior decor can be best described as Miami Beach chic meets contemporary Rome, employing clean lines and cool colors.
If you're looking for an American bar in Rome, with endless drink specials, student discounts and themed events, then the Drunken Ship is the place for you. Located in the most famous piazza in Rome for partying, Campo dei Fiori, the Drunken Ship occupies a sheltered corner in the heart of the action.
Ducati Caffè is a recently opened flashy bar bearing the name of one of the most popular motorcycles in the world, Ducati.
The Library hides itself from the congestion and busy streets in Rome, in a cozy little street a few steps from Piazza Navona. The intimate nature of this bar and restaurant, enhances the bohemian-chic character of the locale which is decorated using dark woods and handsome furnishings.
Even though La Baguette is a restaurant, we've put it into our cocktail bar section because its an excellent place to nip in for a mid afternoon drink or before dinner spot. We literally stumbled into the door of this modern, contemporary caffè, one wet spring evening in the Eternal City. We were actually giving a close friend an informal tour of the city, when we needed a respite from the sloshy streets, endless sea of umbrellas and crazy Roman drivers.
Harry's Bar is probably the most legendary bar on one of the most famous streets in Rome, Via Veneto. This winning combination dates back to 1962, when the days of 'La Dolce Vita' were in full swing. Almost all the famous stars of that era, at one point or another, sipped cocktails, smoked and lounged in the lavish setting of the bar.
One of our all time favorites for 'apperitivi', Primo Cafè is consistently packed with locals and tourists looking for great drinks and lots of food at unbeatable prices. Located at the beginning of the Campo di Fiori zone, this easily accessible watering hole is the king of 'apperitivi' in Rome.
Characteristically chic and tastefully trendy Bar del Fico is the Roman hot spot to grab a drink and relax, as the radiant summer sun sets in the Eternal City. Located in a well traversed street, a few steps from Piazza Navona, Bar del Fico invites its patrons to partake in the time honored tradition of people watching, but with an elegant European twist.
Always a hive of activity no matter the hour of the day, Friends Art Cafè is a cheap and lively bar located in Trastevere. The only bar in one of the most famous piazzas in Trastevere, Friends is the quintessential bar for young tourists looking to mingle with locals and share their travel experiences with others. The modern feel, seen in the brightly colored plastic chairs, metallic tables and constant music, is in line with what a typical Euro-trendy bar stands for.
Located on the historic Via Veneto, h club>doney has been a hot-spot in Rome for many years. Attracting fast-rising businessmen, established entrepreneurs, local celebrities and famed artists, the h club>doney exudes just the right mix of South-beach glamor and traditional luxury.
La Terrazza, the ultra-chic piano bar of Hotel Eden in Rome, is a luxury before or after dinner spot located on the top floor of the hotel.
The entire bar has been impeccably decorated using the richest fabrics and brocades, fine-grained woods and elegant, modern furniture.
Fluid located on the hip Via del Governo Vecchio is an art decor cocktail bar. This bar famous for their cheap and filling 'apperitivi' features a floor and tables filled with a lava- lamp type fluid. It attracts many foreign students due to its proximity to a major language school, but on the weekend you'll find standing room only as young Italian professionals congregate there.
Caffè della Pace is a hit amongst the young, artsy crowd in Rome. On any given night especially during the summer, the ivy covered walls are surrounded by an intimate array of tables with Romans and tourists alike sipping on cocktails watching the crowds flowing from Piazza Navona. Music and the soft lights around you transport you into the European night scene repeated in squares all across Europe.
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