Lo Zodiaco

Located in Via del Parco Mellini

Lo Zodiaco is a beautiful location which is situated 139 meters above the park of Monte Mario.
It is known for its famous restaurant, but most importantly for the beautiful view over Rome that can be admired both during day and night. Enjoy!

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Duke's Restaurant & Bar

Located in Viale Parioli, 200

Situated in the chic neighborhood of Parioli, this restaurant is a trendy smart-casual place. It is a meeting point among Italians and foreigners who want to enjoy a delicious happy hour with different types of foods from all over the world. Along with your cocktail or wine, you can order from a vast international menu, from guacamole to tempura and sushi all the way to filet mignon bites with different yummy sauces. The Cosmopolitan is a must to order, it is the best in all of Rome.
The setting at Duke's is stylish and modern, decorated in a warm manner and furnished with sleek wooden tables accompanied by a mix of wood and other materials that cover the surroundings.
For dinner, Duke's serves mind-blowing Californian/Italian cuisine. All of the products are fresh and delicious, with a creative mix between international cuisines that creates spectacular dishes.
I recommend you try the angus tartare and the Duke's tuna steak as well as the terrific desserts. There is also an extensive wine list which offers different Californian red and white wines, something that is not usual in Rome. From spring time, you can also enjoy the outside space with a nice garden.
The staff at Duke's is extremely professional and kind, they will also contribute to a wonderful happy-hour or dinner. I advise you to arrive early for the happy-hour otherwise you will have to wait in line for a table!
You should make a reservation for dinner, enjoy!


+39 06 8066  2455

Average 15 Euros per person for happy hour (depending on what you order)
Average 50 Euros per person for dinner (depending on the wines)

Open from Tuesday - Saturday until May 31st
Open from Tuesday - Friday from June 1st

Happy-hour 7pm-8.30pm
Cocktail bar from 7pm - 2am
Restaurant from 8.30pm - 12am

No Inside Smoking Area

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Art Cafe Club

Located in Villa Borghese in Viale del Galoppatoio, 33

If you want to treat yourself to a great night, this is the place to go. Situated in Villa Borghese, this club is a must for those who want to be among the rich and famous, it is definitely one of the most inn places in Rome.
The club is made up of a large dance-floor surrounded by VIP tables and different bar stations where people can get drinks. The music depends on the DJ who is playing, who can also be of international fame, but it is mostly house music accompanied by the top hits remixed.
Nonetheless, the captivating part is that each night has a specific theme and something will always be happening on stage: usually a dance routing by female and male dancers that will definitely catch your eye or a small fashion show with beautiful models.
The club is frequented by 21- 35 year-olds and people are dressed very well. Some nights are only for 25 year olds and above, so make sure that you're in that age group otherwise it will be very hard to get in. You should contact a PR to either enter the dance-floor or book your own table (max 15 people) with bottles of vodka/rum/prosecco/champagne. Enjoy!

+39 063220994

Tables: 35+ per person (depends on how many people and on the location of the table)

Underground Parking Lot

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Rhome Restaurant and Club

Located in the heart of the center: Piazza Augusto Imperatore, 46

Glamorous and extremely trendy would be the words to best describe this wonderful lounge, restaurant and night club. Rhome was born to offer its guests the best experience from their happy-hour all the way to their dessert and dancing experience.

Rhome's modern and hospitable environment is adequate for a fun night with your friends or for a romantic dinner with your partner. The structure is divided into two floors and also incorporates a smocking section. It's a good restaurant which serves mediterranean cuisine accompanied by a great choice of wine. 

The atmosphere is elegant along with its decor which splashes colors such as red white and black on its walls. After dinner, Rhome transforms itself into a club with a great Dj set playing the most popular tunes of the moment and with people sipping delicious cocktails. 

Frequented by a quality crowd, both Italians and foreigners. The age range is 20-45, I recommend you make a reservation before going. Enjoy. 

+39 06 6830 1430

Average 45 Euros per person

Open from 1pm - 2 am

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L'Antica Pesa Restaurant

Located in the heart of the authentic Roman neighborhood of Trastevere in Via Garibaldi, 18

Antica Pesa is a traditional Roman cuisine restaurant which used to be the postal station of the Pontifical State in the 17th century. Since 1922 it offers great quality dishes such as cacio e pepe, carbonara and millefoglie di porchetta e mozzarella. Apart from the classic pasta and meat dishes, this excellent restaurant also serves seafood dishes such as linguine alla bottarga and burrata con gamberoni.

The atmosphere is warm and welcoming with a nice mood that suits every type of occasion. During the summer, the beautiful inside garden is open to the guests while in the winter guests are accommodated in the wonderful inside space. The dimmed lights along with the affreschi on the walls make this restaurant a special place to go for a romantic dinner.

To accompany the delicious food is a great wine selection awarded by Gambero Rosso and Espresso, which comes from the wine cellar collecting 1500 different types of labels. Antica Pesa is a wonderful restaurant and the perfect place to go if you want to enjoy Trastevere after dinner. Enjoy!


+39 06 580 9236

Closed on Sundays

Average 40 Euros per person

No Inside Smoking Area

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GONE cocktail bar

Located in Ponte Milvio in Via Flaminia, 451

With its opening just a few years ago, GONE has become one of the most popular and best frequented bars in the famous night-life area of Ponte Milvio.
This bar was able to create a space where people can interact in a trendy and pleasant atmosphere while sitting in comfortable chairs sipping their cocktails and listening to lounge music. A great aspect of this bar is its ability to provide such a nice and enjoyable outside space with different types of seating ares: from comfortable leather couches to wooden tables and cushions to sit on. The cocktails are good, and so are the white and red wines, the prices are discrete and the waiters are friendly.
The outside area is a perfect place to chill with your friends, heated in the winter and extremely enjoyable in the spring and summer. If you're cold, do not worry, there is also an inside area furnished in a stylish and cozy way.
GONE also organizes events every now and then with live music, barbecues or all-you-can-eat happy-hours. If you haven't been to this bar yet, I advise you to do so, but make sure you don't arrive too late as it is going to be full! Enjoy!

+39 3397845036

Open every day from 6pm - 2am

Drinks 6+ Euros

No Inside Smoking Area

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Hotel Locarno's Lounge

Located in the hub of Rome's historic center: Via della Penna, 22

Extremely close to Piazza del Popolo and its surrounding spectacular streets, Hotel Locarno is situated in a beautiful and highly requested area.
The hotel, which has become popular in the last few years for its brunches and aperitifs, has a wonderful patio which is open to its customers every day of the week.
From 7pm guests start entering Locarno's trendy courtyard for the usual "happy hour", which consists of different types of cocktails and wines accompanied by a menu filled with delicious finger-food choices to accompany your drink.
But what really makes this location a special one is its ability of capturing the essence and living style of Rome in a garden that offers a moment of relaxation for its guests.
This Roman "sitting room" is now considered one of Rome's most fashionable lounge areas and is frequented by people in their 20s-40s. Enjoy!


+39 063610841

Open every day from 7pm - 10pm

Aperitivo 10+ Euros depending on your drink and selection of finger-food

No Inside Smoking Area

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The Keyhole of the Knights of Malta

Located in Piazza dei Cavalieri di Malta, 3

Situated on top of the Aventine Hill just some foot steps away from Il Giardino degli Aranci are the famous Headquarters of the Knights of Malta. This location is one of the most interesting and curious places in Rome, you will see a line of people waiting to peek into the keyhole of the door of the Knights of Malta.
If you look through the keyhole you will perfectly see the spectacular Saint Peter's Basilica. You will be speechless, it is just an amazing view and so unusual that you can see the Vatican so clearly. Enjoy!

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La Pergola Restaurant

Located in one of Rome's most residential hills: Montemario in Via Alberto Cadlolo, 101

Situated on the roof garden of the famous Hotel Waldorf Astoria, La Pergola has been nominated the best restaurant in the Eternal City and it is the only three-star Michelin (R) in Rome.
Sophisticated and elegant is what best describes La Pergola, from the service to the decor and food, it offers a magnificent package and a breathtaking view of Rome, which can also be admired from the beautiful terrace in the summer.
Chef Heinz Beck's menu is superb and has a mixture of exquisite tastes that will blow your mind. A fantastic wine cellar, which was given the Grand Award of the Wine Spectator from 2004, offers 3,000 different wine labels that can accompany your meal.
The service, needless to say, is flawless, with different waiters that will satisfy your every need. Because of the high-quality of the restaurant, I advise you to reserve your table many days in advance and to dress elegantly. Enjoy!

+39 06 350 91
Average 100+ Euros per person (depending on what you order)

Opening Hours:
Tuesdays - Saturdays from 7.30 pm to 11.30 pm

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Mirabelle Restaurant

Located close to the iconic Via Veneto in Via di Porta Pinciana, 14

Situated on the 7th floor of the five-star Hotel Splendide Royal, this restaurant not only has to offer a delicious and impeccable meal, but also one of the best views of Rome.
At Mirabelle restaurant, high-quality, elegance and romanticism all meet to create a memorable dining experience. The chef, Stefano Marzetti, prepares creative yet original Italian cuisine dishes, including both meat and fish. If you like seafood pasta, I advise you to order home-made tagliolini pasta with king prawns, lime, wild asparagus and seafood, it's simply delicious. A vast variety of wine with well-known and delightful wine houses is available to accompany your meal selection, as well as sweet wines to go with your dessert. What distinguishes this restaurant from many others, however, is the exemplary service and the spectacular view of the extensive gardens of Villa Borghese, the Vatican and in general, the scenario of the Eternal city illuminated, which can be admired form dining either in the inside area or on the dazzling terrace. I recommend you make a reservation before coming here. Enjoy!


+39 06 4216 8838
Average 60-100 Euros per person (depending on what you order)

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Tiki Bar

Located in Eur: Viale America, 121

Situated in front of the Laghetto dell'Eur (the artificial lake) and with a  beautiful view of the green surroundings, Tiki is the perfect cafe/bar to be if you find yourself in the center of Eur and feel like getting a coffee or enjoying an aperitivo.
It opens at 7am and serves freshly baked cornetti, tramezzini, muffin, crostate and so on and it prepares delicious fruit juices and shakes, along with the usual coffees and cappuccinos. Instead, from 12.30 pm to 3pm, Tiki serves a delightful lunch buffet composed of different types of salads, meat, pizzas and other dishes, you can also request meals that are outside of the buffet. But the best part of this bar is from 6.30 pm to 8pm, when the happy-hour starts and the bar transforms itself into a lounge bar with many people who begin to come in and order wonderful cocktails. To accompany your drink, this bar prepares a delicious happy-hour buffet which serves bruschette, pizzas, focacce, tramezzini and so many more things.
Tiki also has a great structure with both an external area, which is ideal if you prefer to be outside enjoying a cigarette along with your coffee or drink, and an internal area which is equipped with some tables. Enjoy.

+39 0654220086
Open every day from 6.30pm - 2am
Aperitivo average 7 Euros (depending on drink) buffet included


Tiki bar is also situated in the seaside of Circeo in the heart of the historic center.
From 7pm - 10 pm it serves cocktails and a delicious aperitivo, just like in Rome. The difference is that you are located in one of the most beautiful terraces of Circeo, with a magnificent view of the sea.

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Giolitti Bar & Gelateria

Located in the center: Via Uffici del Vicario, 40

Giolitti is probably one of the best "gelaterie" (ice-cream shop) in Rome, if not the best. Many Romans and also tourists pay a visit to this spectacular place, which is situated between the Pantheon and the Chamber of Deputies and it has been since 1900 the historic location. The ice-creams are delicious, nothing like you have ever tasted before. There are a lot of different types of flavors you can get: from chocolate, tiramisu, stracciatella, nocciola to semifreddo allo zabaione, fragola, panna, fior di latte and so much more. Giolitti is paradise for those of you who like gelato, its different and unique tastes are distinguished by the rest by the quality of the ingredients used, especially by the milk. When you enter Giolitti, you can either get in line and get an ice-cream cone or cup to take away, or you can sit down and enjoy whatever you ordered.
Apart from the historic location on Via Uffici del Vicario, there is another Giolitti located in Eur in the Laghetto called Casine dei 3 Laghi (viale oceania, 90). Enjoy.

In Eur

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Paintball Smash Arena

If you're looking for a different type of sport that gives you an adrenaline rush, makes you have fun and work with your teammates, then paintball is the right choice for you. Smash Arena is one of the most famous paintball organizations which has a variety of fields located in three different locations in Rome. Each location is specialized in a certain type of field.

Make sure to let them know when you're going to come.

Smash Arena Roma Nord is situated in Via Castel Giubileo, 61 (near Salaria). 
This place has a field which is specialized in speedball, the point of the game is to get to the other team's area within the time limit. You play with a minimum of 6 people and a maximum of 14. The average time per game is 5 minutes.

Smash Arena Roma Sud is situated in Via delle Cisternule, 171 (near Frascati).
This place has a field which is specialized in scenery, you play in an arena which is equipped with obstacles of different sizes such as dirt bags, wood and tyres.

Smash Arena Ostia is situated in Viale dei Promontori, 273 
This place has a field which is specialized for woodsball, you play in an area which looks like a forest and whose obstacles are trees, ditches, bushes etc.  This is known to be the biggest paintball field in Italy.

In each of the different fields you can play the following types of games:

- Game with the flag
- Game with two flags
- Game with the ball
- Attack and defense
- President's escort
- the opponent's base


Tariffs:
Smash Arena furnishes all the equipment necessary: air compressed rifle, mask, and protective covering.

Easy (15 euros) - unlimited time, unlimited air compressed, 140 paintballs

Medium (25 euros) - unlimited time, unlimited air compressed,  500 paintballs

Hard (35 euros) - unlimited time, unlimited air compressed, anti-blurry professional mask, electronic marker, 500 paintballs

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ELLE Restaurant Bar & Club

Located in the famous heart of the Dolce Vita in Via Veneto, 81

This restaurant/bar is situated in one of the most chic neighborhoods of Rome and is the perfect place to go if you want to experience a transformation during your evening. It is an elegant and well frequented location and as soon as you enter you will be impressed by the marvelous architecture: a circular area with beautiful high ceilings and a staircase to bring you to three different floors.
At Elle you can start off your evening with a happy-hour followed by a nice dining experience with a different selection of dishes accompanied by a vast wine list that will not disappoint you. At around midnight, your night will change as all of the people sitting around you will get up and start dancing. On the upper floors, the most famous Italian and foreign tunes from the 70's and 80's will be played by a live singer. You can also request the song you want to listen to at the piano.
Instead, on the ground floor, commercial club music will be played, with the most famous hits of the moment going on all night. This restaurant/bar is a great place to spend your evening, with a mixture of different people going from their 20s and above, but whose clientele is mostly made up of older people. If you wan to eat well and have fun, this is a great place to go. Make sure to make a reservation if you're dining here. Enjoy!

+39 06 4201 0164

Average 60 Euros per person (for dinner)

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Il Pincio

Located in the Villa Borghese Gardens

Il Pincio is a beautiful location situated in the Villa Borghese Gardens. In the past it was property of the French Academy but when they moved out to Villa Medici, Giacomo Valadier redesigned it. The Pincio's characteristics are its large tree-lined avenues and fountains and most importantly, its famous terrace where you can admire the magnificent view of Rome overlooking Piazza del Popolo. This place is definitely a favorite amongst people also because you can enjoy a beautiful walk in the Villa Borghese gardens once you've seen the romantic view. Enjoy!

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Singita Miracle Beach

Located in the seaside of Fregene: Via Silvi Marina, Villaggio dei Pescatori

Singita Miracle beach is the ideal place for those who love enjoying their summer happy-hours at the beach. The spectacular scenery, with the beautiful sunset and the calm waves of the sea, creates a moment of total relaxation and admiration of nature. During the day it's a beach resort, but from 6 pm the beach is transformed: big white cloth towels accompanied by comfortable cushions and small wooden tables are laid down on the sand, creating a great place for your happy-hour.
You can drink regular cocktails or big pitchers to share with your friends or partner and eat all you want from the buffet which offers different fresh seasonal dishes. While you're enjoying your food and drink along with the fresh breeze, lounge music will be played in the background. It's a great and popular place for those who enjoy this special moment. Every day a magical sunset ritual is done: a Tibetan gong is played when the sun goes down and the sky is filled with incredible colors. Enjoy.

+39 0661964921
Open every day in the Summer
Pitchers average 30 Euros

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Dulcamara Restaurant & Bar

Located in Ponte Milvio in Via Flaminia, 449

Known for its historic restaurant, Duclamara is the ideal location for a wonderful happy-hour or for an after-dinner drink with your friends or partner. The minute you walk into this wine/cocktail bar, you will be immersed into the trendy and cozy atmosphere created by the dimmed lights and the background music.
The aperitivi are served from 6 pm until dinner time and consist of chips, olives, peanuts and other finger-food accompanied by your selection of drinks, from a wine glass to a cocktail or an an-alcoholic drink. This restaurant/bar has both an inside and outside space, which is extremely enjoyable in the summer and covered in the winter.
It's one of the best frequented places in Ponte Milvio, and on the weekends be prepared, as it is definitely going to be full of people. The waiters are efficient and friendly and apart from enjoying your drink and happy-hour, you can also have lunch/dinner and eat classic Italian dishes or a selection of international cuisine until 11 pm when the kitchen closes. I recommend you make a reservation before going, especially for dinner. Enjoy!

+39 06 333 2108
Open every day
Average 5 - 30 Euros per person (considering both happy-hours and lunch/dinner)

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Il Gianfornaio

Located in Ponte Milvio: Largo Maresciallo Diaz, 16

This historic bakery, which is known for its delicious pizzas, cakes, bread and different types of pastries,  has recently been moved into a larger and more suitable area. The new construction is modern and welcoming, made by wood and big glass windows to give a great lighting and atmosphere to the bar.  There are also plenty of places to sit down and have a bite of the most delicious pizza in Rome and to even enjoy a wonderful happy-hour amongst your friends, family or partner. The happy-hour consists of a drink of your choice and an open buffet including freshly baked pizzas, bread and cakes.
If you haven't been to Gianfornaio yet, it's definitely time to go. You don't have to sit down, just go up to the counter and ask for anything that attracts you, I assure you that everything is delicious, especially the "pizzette bianche". Simply, exquisite.
This bar also serves a quick lunch and is frequented by all types of people who are waiting to eat the best pizza in Rome. If you don't live close to Ponte Milvio, do not despair, Gianfornaio is also located in other parts of Rome: Parioli, Olgiata and Eur. Enjoy!

+39 063333472
Open from Monday-Saturday from 7.30 am - 9 pm
Open on Sundays from 9am-3pm
Aperitivo depends on your drink, average 8 Euros per person

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Il Fungo Quattordicesimo Piano Restaurant

Located in the rational area of Eur in Piazza Pakistan, 1

Elegant, peaceful and trendy are the adjectives that best describe this uniquely structured restaurant. Situated on the 14th floor of the Fungo dell'Eur, it has a breathtaking view that will capture your eyes and render your meal even more enjoyable to savour.
The food is delicious, with an extensive selection of appetizers, starters and main courses of both meat and fish that vary according to the season. A delicious starter to order for a minimum of two people is the risotto allo zafferano con scampi e campari, but anything you order will be of your liking. The restaurant also has a good wine selection and the waiters, who are kind and efficient, will meet all of your standards. Due to its great location and high-quality cuisine, the restaurant is expensive, but it is definitely worth it. It is open for lunch and dinner, and sometimes has a special menu for lunch for which you pay 25 Euros per person. I recommend you make a reservation before coming here. Enjoy!

+39 06 592 1980
Average 50 Euros per person (depending on what you order)

Open for lunch and dinner  Monday-Friday
Open just for dinner on Saturdays
Sunday only open for events and ceremonies.

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VALENTINA BONESSI - catering & cooking courses

Whether it is a wedding, a birthday party, a high-school prom, a conference or any type of event, Valentina Bonessi will do a great job in organizing and catering it.
Along with her efficient staff, she has organized events in prestigious locations inside and outside of Rome. Her creativity and talent will be able to suit everyone's tastes and needs.
Apart from her events organization and catering, she also organizes wonderful cooking classes. These will take place on given dates and will require a minimum of 6-8 people. It's a great way to spend a day learning how to cook delicious Italian dishes and it's also a way to have fun with your friends. If you don't know how to work the ovens, don't worry, there are also beginners classes that will teach you everything that you need to know! Enjoy.

For information on catering and cooking courses:

info@valentinabonessi.it

+39 333 175 3951

+39 335 532 0941 (English speakers)

http://www.valentinabonessi.it/

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