Bars are a universal feature of Italian life. Unlike bars in the US or pubs in England, Italian bars do not just sell or major only in alcoholic drinks, but also a variety of hot and cold non-alcoholic beverages. Actually most bars in central Rome are open all day, from about 7.30 am to midnights. Bar Belli The Bar being located in the main tourist area in turn attracts a large crowd. If you like the olden days atmosphere this is the Place ! Address: Piazza Belli, 4, Rome, 00153 Tel.: +39 6 581 5054 Bar del Palazzo delle Esposizioni The bar is open to those who visit the exhibitions on display at the Palazzo, it's located in Via Nazionale, one of the most famous shopping streets in Rome. The restaurant is self service type its really very spaceious and modern ! The ground floor is having bookshop, art shop, bar and sandwich bar. Address: Via Milano, 9/a, Rome, 00184 Tel.: +39 6 482 8001 Bottega del Vino da Bleve Well-known wine shop is very attentive and professional. When you go to the basement you find wine cellars. The wine collection is enviable even without taking into account the sparkling wines and the champagnes. Also a fantastic buffet of cold meats, cheeses and other cold dishes. It also often hosts tasting's and courses on everything to do with wine. Address: Via Santa Maria del Pianto, 9a, Rome 00186 Tel.: +39 066865970 Monti D.O.C. Typical Roman atmosphere with a good wine list and an excellent selection of food for lunch and dinner. Salads, cheeses, Polenta soups, sliced meats etc. Address: Via G. Lanza, 93, Rome 00184 Tel.: +39 064872696 Il Piccolo This bar offers great regional Italian specialties for lunch, also a good Italian wine list. The place is small but popular. Address: Via del Governo Vecchio, 74/75, Rome, 00186 Tel.: +39 0668801746 Vini e Buffet Having located near the historic center of town and wide choice of Italian wines. It is spread over two floors and so has plenty of space for all the customers and a great variety of salads, pâtés and other cold dishes.This is often crowded. Address: Piazza della Torretta, 60, Rome, 00186 Tel.: +39 6 687 1445 Elliot Pub This Irish-style pub is well looked after, welcoming and is always packed with cheerful, young people. Huge inside with a U-shaped bar. There are tables outdoors in the summer and nice touches provided by palms and flowers. Address: Viale Medaglie d'Oro, 115, Rome, 00136 Tel.: +39 0639736212 The Proud Lion One of the few Scottish pubs in Rome, it is very popular and always full. Darts tournaments are held here. Typical wooden pub furnishings Address: Borgo Pio, 36, Rome, 00193 Tel.: +39 066832841 Alboran Cafè Though it is recently opened it has already gained the great success. Cozy interior is very stylish. Good table service and a wide choice of drinks, cocktails and cakes. Address: Via Otranto, 9/11, Rome 00192 Tel.: +39 0637514763 Bramante Large, welcoming cocktail bar, located in the historic center, is generally frequented by young and old. In the afternoon you can choose from a vast array of teas and in the evening, dinner from a wide selection of Italian specialties. This bar is well known for its rare and curious furniture, reminding of the furniture in the French palaces of the 1700s. Address: Via della Pace 25, Rome, 00186 Tel.: +39 6 688 03916 Il bello e le streghe! The decor in this pub welcomes you with a large fresco of the Grand Canyon. Varied and tasty food, especially Jack Potatoes with a variety of beers. Board games, videos and a tea room on Sunday afternoons. Address: Via Cerveteri, 21b, Rome, 00183 Tel.: +39 0670475299 Victoria House This is one of the first and best-known British pubs in Rome. It's nice and cozy and here one can enjoy real British food. You have a choice of soups, shepherd's pie, roast beef, rice with salmon, shrimps and Bailey's sauce, as well as delicious sandwiches, apple pie, Irish coffee and English tea. One can enjoy different types of draught beer. Come here for everything British, right from furniture, decor, food, drink and darts. Address: Via di Gesù e Maria, 18 Piazza di Spagna, Rome, 00187 Tel.: +39 6 320 1698
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