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The Best Restaurants in Rome for Cocktails

6 Restaurants

Cocktails are no longer a cursory sip before the main event. Now, the art of mixology has made its way into fine dining, often designed to pair perfectly with a tasting menu or individual dishes. Italy may be best known for its wines, but that doesn’t mean the city hasn’t caught on. Below, find our picks for some of the top spots where cocktails reign.

Updated on 06 November 2024

Acquolina

via del Vantaggio 14, 00186 Rome

€€€€ · Creative

The cocktails served at the Two MICHELIN Star Acquolina are created by bar manager Alessio Grimaldi, who follows the same philosophy as chef Daniele Lippi – to showcase the Mediterranean and its many ingredients. A perfect example of this marriage is the molinari extra, made with buffalo cheese whey, basil, and ginger paired with the Sicilia Martini, made with gin, Sicilian vermouth, and caper leaves. Some of the cocktails have been created especially as a pairing for the tasting menu. Non-alcoholic cocktails are also available.

Aroma

via Labicana 125, 00184 Rome

€€€€ · Modern Cuisine

Situated on the ground floor of Palazzo Manfredi, in a superb location facing the Colosseum and above the Ludus Magnus (the gladiators’ gymnasium), The Court cocktail bar run by talented Matteo Zed continues the gourmet experience on offer at the One MICHELIN Star Aroma restaurant. The cocktail list, inspired by the world of cinema and the beauty of Rome, includes classic drinks alongside signature creations such as the fresh Albertone (named after the famous Italian actor Alberto Sordi), which is made from rum with added hints of celery, mint, lime, grapefruit, and rosemary.

Marco Martini Restaurant

viale Aventino 121, 00153 Rome

€€€ · Creative

One of the first restaurants to blend cuisine and cocktails, this elegant eatery also boasts a delightful setting thanks to its elegant Liberty-style terrace garden with soft lighting and music, which is perfect for an after-dinner drink. If, on the other hand, you like the idea of ordering a cocktail to accompany your meal, take a seat in the dining room where talented chef Marco Martini creates contemporary, imaginative dishes that are the perfect complement to the cocktails served here.

Adelaide

via dell'Arancio 69, 00186 Rome

€€€ · Italian Contemporary

Situated within the Hotel Vilòn, a romantic gem just a stone’s throw from the Spanish Steps, this restaurant recreates the splendor of the Dolce Vita period by mixing classic drinks with more innovative options that use techniques such as smoking and clarifying, as well as the addition of exotic ingredients. The barman welcomes guests in the hotel’s elegant bar area, where cocktails can be enjoyed as an accompaniment to dishes from the Adelaide restaurant.

Il Marchese - Osteria Mercato Liquori

via di Ripetta 162, 00186 Rome

€€ · Italian

This restaurant, which combines an elegant ambience with traditional cuisine (the name refers to a film starring the unforgettable Italian actor Alberto Sordi), boasts an amaro bar (the first of its kind in Europe) with a selection of more than 500 Italian amaro liqueurs, including renowned labels and artisanal options alike. Served either straight or in innovative cocktails created by bar manager Fabrizio Valeriani, these liqueurs can be enjoyed with appetizers or as part of the dinner menu.

La Terrazza

via Ludovisi 49, 00187 Rome

€€€€ · Modern Cuisine

In this panoramic restaurant situated on the top of the luxurious Hotel Eden, Dorchester Collection, the chef is ably supported by a skilful barman and a world-class cocktail list. Although the cocktail focus is the Giardino Bar, which serves delicious snacks accompanied by fabulous cocktails, the gourmet dishes at La Terrazza can also be combined with cocktails, much to the delight of mixology aficionados. The classic favorites are excellent, but it is the signature cocktails that really make an impression, including La Grande Bellezza, which combines mezcal and mandarin with tamarind, and Ricordi di Roma, a combination of pink champagne, vodka, and fruit.

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