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Alexanderplatz This
is definitely Rome’s premier jazz venue. The management regularly books
first-rate international talent as well as local musicians, and it
serves excellent food, too. Advance reservations are highly recommended .
Alexanderplatz
Alexanderplatz
Le Coppelle A
long-standing hub of flashy dressers and socialites, there’s also a
comfortable come-as-you-are feeling at this buzzing cocktail bar with a
sophisticated wine list and expert mixology. Low tables spill out onto
the piazza. Jonathan’s Angels A
must-see for its outlandish decor, which was the brainchild of the
proprietor Jonathan, a former circus performer and also the artist.
Taking a cue from his Baroque forbears, he’s covered practically every
square inch of the place with squirming colour. There’s a piano bar and
floor shows .
Big Mama Trastevere’s
historic jazz, blues, rhythm and blues and world music standby, with
different acts performing every night. Membership is by the month or
year, but unfortunately Friday and Saturday night concerts are open only
to those with annual memberships . Fiddler’s Elbow One
of the oldest Irish pubs in Rome and still going strong, frequented by
both locals and out-of-towners. Italians seem to love everything Irish
and the place really reels when some impromptu fiddlers get going.
Fiddler’s Elbow
Trinity College Rather
like entering a time-warp that lands you up in Ireland. A warm,
inviting two-floor place that can get very noisy and packed, but always
stays cheerful. A very eclectic menu of simple, tempting fare available
until 1am, and brunch on Sunday . La Vineria This
historic wine bar is an established favourite with the locals. Smoky
and definitely cosy during the winter, but spilling out onto the Campo
de’ Fiori in the summer. Prices for wine and beer are low, especially if
you stand at the bar, and there are a few well -chosen snacks .
Bar della Pace For
those who crave most of all to see and be seen, this is the place to
drape your designer-clad self, especially on warm summer evenings when
you can pose unashamed at an outdoor table. In the winter, it’s a
cosier, less self-conscious local favourite, although it’s always pretty
pricey, as are most places in the Piazza Navona area.
Bar della Pace
Rock Castle Café This
groovy hangout has a dungeon-themed, cavernous decor and is mostly
frequented by foreign students. A fun atmosphere, with good rock music
and a bit of dancing late at night, right in the heart of the Ghetto .
Stardust Voted
Trastevere’s most decadent venue by its loyal, discerning clientele.
Whoever’s on duty any given night sets the idiosyncratic musical tone,
so there’s always something unexpected happening here, including live
jam sessions. The wildness doesn’t really begin until after midnight,
and then goes on until dawn. An excellent brunch is served at weekends .
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