Trieste
The smallest and, dare we say, friendliest of the historic bunch, this is an exquisite room that's just as nice for an evening tipple as a morning capo un…
Must-see nightlife in Mediterranean Europe
Ölüdeniz
On the main strip inland from the beach, this cafe-resto serves the best coffee in Ölüdeniz, with espresso a reasonable ₺9 and latte costing ₺14. Turkish…
Hydra Town
Papagalos is just that bit away from the madding crowd, on the quieter side of the harbour. By day, it offers coffee and basic food, and by night,…
Paros
Intimate and cave-like, Pirate has been a favourite with locals since 1983. Find it in the tiny, bougainvillea-fringed street behind the kastro and stop…
Southern Tuscany
Old vinyl records may dangle from the ceiling, but the music at this beatnik cafe-bar is bang up to date. DJs spin Italian pop towards the end of the week…
Verona
On the town’s most bustling square, this deliciously chintzy cafe has been here since 1901, perfecting the house speciality 'filippini', a killer cocktail…
Milan
A local favourite, this old-style bar recalls the city of Buenos Aires. It attracts a laid-back, diverse crowd from breakfast through to aperitivo to late…
Parma
A loud, elbow-in-the-ribs type of wine bar (it gets busy!) with some tables in a room out back where you can sip wine and munch grilled panini while…
Alghero
Fabulous mojitos go hand-in-hand with stunning sunset views at this buzzing little bar on the western walls. Upbeat Latin tunes and a cavernous interior…
Peloponnese
The Under the Clock cafe is the spot to unwind after a day's hiking. Look down at the gorge with a large glass of wine (€3.50) or an expertly mixed…
Basque Country
Fun and festive, La Cassette draws all ages for its outstanding mojitos and G&Ts. Things get lively on weekends, with DJs spinning highly danceable tunes…
Venice
By day this is more of a cafe, but in the evening its little tables fill up with a mixed crowd, drinking wine and snacking on massive platters of salumi …
Alicante
One of the Barrio's most reliable spots for a decent drink, with a friendly, bohemian atmosphere and good rock and metal sounds. It also runs a live-music…
Bodrum Town
Fine new cocktail bar established by two mixologists from İstanbul, one of whom is Mehmet Şahin (formerly of Lucca). Mocktails and good Anatolian wines…
Skiathos Town
Handsome Kentavros promises rock, jazz and blues, and has been getting the thumbs-up from locals and expats since 1978 for its mellow ambience, artwork…
Jerez de la Frontera
One of three lively side-by-side bares de copas (drinks bars) next to the Hotel Sherry Park, north of the centre, Kapote goes until late with chart…
Thessaloniki
Anything from 1980s to karaoke to thumping dance music can be danced to at Enola, Thessaloniki's liveliest gay bar. Enter from the Valaoritou side and…
Castellón Province
The best year-round option in Benicàssim, this sweet place is a fine destination for a post-tapas copa (mixed drink), with friendly staff and a pleasant…
Aosta
A stylish garden and indoor-outdoor rooms are built on part of the remains of the Roman forum and fill up with locals at aperitivo hour. They have a great…
Pelion Peninsula
This sharp little tsipouradhiko in a stone cottage serves great mezedhes and tsipouro. You'll find it alongside the main village car park, 100m up beyond…
Skopelos
It's all about whitewashed walls, candlelit corners, summer fun and expertly crafted cocktails at this busy-busy multi-tiered terrace bar clinging to the…
Valletta
The decor hasn't changed since 1964 at this atmospheric cafe. It's been open since 1947 and the owners have stuck with the look that's worked for them; a…
Southern Rome
This small, dark two-level club has an underground feel, and it's one of the funkiest choices in the zone, featuring a dancetastic mish-mash of breakbeat,…
Costa del Sol
Front and centre in Benalmádena's plush port, this place is a cool coffee bar with wicker chairs by day, but it morphs into a club after sunset, with…
Central Greece
This arty, cinema-themed cafe, facing Plateia Lakka across the main road, offers coffee, wine and mixed drinks from morning until late. The owners also…
İzmir
One of the popular cafes behind the Hisar Mosque in the Kemeraltı Market, Kahveci Ömer Usta specialises in fincanda pişen Türk kahvesi, Turkish coffee…
South Aegean
A great place to watch the sun set behind the temple pillars, with a first-floor terrace and an open fire in winter. Offers a full bar; snacks (₺12 to ₺22…
Mantua
All of Mantua passes through Caravatti at some point during the day for coffee, spritz or Signor Caravatti’s 19th-century aperitivo of aromatic bitters…
Paros
Expertly mixed drinks (including tailor-made cocktails if you don't fancy anything off the menu) and DJ sets until the wee hours distinguish this friendly…
Selçuk
St John's has the town's widest coffee selection, though the espresso machine is basic, plus toasts, cakes, ice cream and other international snacks…
Lesvos
A busy bar with a convival atmosphere, lots of dressed-up folks, cocktails, and refreshing nonalcoholic concoctions such as sour cherry with almond, and…
Kalkan
This open-fronted bar decorated with photos of Hollywood icons is like an Irish pub spliced with a beach bar. Sit outside or head inside for Guinness on…
Livorno
On the ground floor of the fascist-era Multisala Grande building on the city's central piazza, the Dolly Bar offers good coffee and a terrace that's a…
León
We like this place for its boutique beers and agreeable atmosphere – it produces six beers of its own, including lagers, ales and a stout. The food gets…
Macedonia
This lively cafe on pedestrianised Pavlou Mela is where Florina's young and glamorous come to sip an iced coffee during the day, or something stronger in…
Beyoğlu
The lobby bar on the ground floor of this venerable hotel, which opened in 1891, has changed little over time. Order a gin and tonic and settle in to soak…
Segovia
Tucked down a narrow street, this intimate bar has a wide range of vino by the glass, good tapas, regular art exhibitions and live music on the outside…
Athens
Painted dark purple, this place feels like a jewel box, and the assorted Greek wines are the gems. Also a good place for light food, with platters of…
Ikaria
Cosy, atmospheric bar managed by Dimitiros and Mariza, who deliver good drinks, fresh juices and live music in the summer. Walk down the street descending…
Kadıköy
Beloved by local hipsters, this branch of the Cihangir-based microroaster serves the best coffee on the Asian side of town. There's an alluring range of…
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