Livorno
This cool cellar bar has a sun-drenched wooden-decking terrace afloat the canal in Piccolo Venezia. Enjoy a cocktail and generously topped bruschetta…
Must-see nightlife in Mediterranean Europe
Palma de Mallorca
Not in the hippest neighbourhood, Ginbo nonetheless does the best G&T in Palma. Besides over 120 different kinds of gin, it mixes some superb cocktails,…
L'Eixample
Beneath an artistic wooden ceiling installation resembling a forest of giant matchsticks, this brilliant craft-beer bar has 30 brews from around the world…
La Latina & Lavapiés
This barrio classic is Lavapiés’ grandest old cafe, the sort of place for quiet conversation amid the columns and marble-topped tables right on Plaza de…
San Polo & Santa Croce
Sniff your way to the affable Doge, where dedicated drinkers slurp their way through the menu of speciality imported coffees, from Ethiopian to Guatemalan…
Bursa
Bursa's 'photography cafe' hosts exhibitions, workshops and other events matching its antique-camera decor and arty clientele. Relax on the deck with a…
Mallorca
Beloved of the many cyclists that pedal through this part of the island, gearing themselves up for the climb through the Tramuntana, Sa Ruta Verda pumps…
Santa Margherita Ligure
Just around the corner from the historic centre, Sabot serves some of Santa Margherita Ligure's best aperitivi, where a generous platter of snacks…
Cyprus
This winery has won several prestigious international awards for its wines. The wine bar serves platters of cheese and cold cuts to share while enjoying…
Formentera
Colourful Chiringuito Bartolo, at the far southeastern end of Platja de Migjorn, must be the world’s tiniest beach bar, and is much loved by islanders…
Trastevere & Gianicolo
This hole-in-the-wall Trastevere institution (look for the 'Vini & Olio' sign scrawled above the door) is lined by bottles of grappa and wine for sale,…
Trabzon
Relax on the broad boarded terrace with a Turkish coffee, contemplating splendid views across the parkland of Zağnos Valley towards the impressively…
Southern Rome
Heading south along the Appian Way, you come to this tiny streetside cafe with pavement tables shaded by a gnarled old olive tree, a hunger-appeasing…
El Raval
A French-cabaret theme (with lots of Piaf on the stereo) pervades this tiny, cluttered classic, which has been going, on and off, since the end of WWII,…
Nicosia (Lefkosia)
This bright cafe with inviting modern Scandinavian-style decor is part of the Home for Cooperation complex in the UN Buffer Zone. It has refreshing…
Costa del Sol
Finding a piece of old Torremolinos is like looking for a needle in a haystack, but don’t pass up a trip to the Goyesca, a traditional Spanish cafe half…
Elba
Come sundown locals flock to this waterfront bar to relax over well-mixed cocktails and watch the sun set and the illuminated marina twinkle after dark…
Rhodes Town
If Dracula developed a taste for rock music and opened a bar it might look something like this. Imagine purple velvet drapes, a handsomely crafted wooden…
Kadıköy
Established by Jewish wine merchant Viktor Levi in 1914, this wine bar has a shady, flower-filled rear garden that is a popular drinking spot in the…
Aragón
The cavernous wood-beamed tavern in the former stables of a 16th-century inn is classic old-school Spain, where commentary from the latest Barça game…
Barcelona
A popular meeting point in the 'hood, Chatelet has big windows for watching the passing people parade and a buzzing, art-filled interior with decorative…
Mediterranean Coast
This is a good place to enjoy breakfast in the shade, or a sunset drink, overlooking the harbour. Soft pastry, caffè latte in tall glasses and fresh…
Valletta
Eight taps and a fridge full of international brews make Wild Honey Valletta's best bar for craft beer. Classic rock on the sound system usually partners…
Andalucía
Among the many bars and restaurants lining Úbeda's main pedestrian street, La Bodega stands out for its distinctive cellar, whose low-lit vaulted stone…
Capri
Behind a humble exterior is one of the island’s most famous nightspots, run by the charismatic Guido Lembo. This smooth and sophisticated bar-club…
Milan
Milan’s celebrated vodka bar is a tiny temple dedicated to that potent potato juice. With more than 100 different types of vodka to choose from and owner…
Beyoğlu
Dedicated to photography books, creative workshops and coffee, this bookshop-cafe in Karaköy is crammed into two floors of a small space that has been…
Monaco
Stop in for a spot of tea at this serene and stylish English bookshop, cafe, teahouse and work space, which provides a peaceful respite from the portside…
Formentera
A Formentera classic and said to be a former Dylan hang-out, Fonda Pepe is a knockabout bar that attracts a lively crowd of locals and travellers. It does…
Bari
Our favourite of the bars and cafes along narrow Via Manfredi Re on the edge of Bari's old town. Six beer taps feature a rotating selection and the fridge…
Iraklio
If you worship at the cocoa altar, make a beeline to this been-here-forever cafe for the best hot chocolate in town (14 varieties, none of which is…
Konya
In a serious sign of Konya moving with the times, this funky cafe serves up cappuccinos, French press and frappés a hop-skip-jump from the Mevlâna Museum…
Edirne
Its laid-back ambience, pleasant outdoor deck and bargain snack-and-beer combo deals make Kahverengi popular with a youthful local clientele. Efes beer is…
Rethymno
With an interior of tiles, wood and newsprint, this place has a cool, vintage vibe. The bar is well stocked, including a good selection of cocktails using…
Syntagma & Plaka
Proof that Plaka is still very much a Greek neighbourhood despite the tourists, Yiasemi attracts a good mix of young Athenians, who set up for hours in…
Venice
San Marco has its glittering cathedral, but beer lovers prefer pilgrimages to this shrine of the ‘Holy Drinker’ for 20 brews on tap, including Trappist…
La Latina & Lavapiés
Café del Nuncio straggles down a laneway to Calle de Segovia. You can drink on one of several cosy levels inside or, better still in summer, enjoy the…
Costa del Sol
Located on the prettiest street in the village, this is more a wine bar than a museum, though it does have some literature and photographs relating to…
Hania
About 5km east and uphill from Hania town is the spot where great statesman Eleftherios Venizelos is buried. The site and its neighbouring owl-themed cafe…
Pisa
Squat on a bench outside or grab a pew inside this funky riverside tap room, the creation of three ale-loving Pisan students: Matteo, Davide and Francesco…
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