Il Barroccio
One of the longest-standing trattorias in the centre, a few steps from the Pantheon, serving the Roman classics, carbonara, saltimbocca, artichokes, in a warm, timeworn room. Central but still proudly traditional.
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Ai Tre Scalini
A cosy, ivy-fronted wine bar in the heart of hip Monti, pouring since 1895. Squeeze in for Italian wines by the glass, cheese and salumi boards and hearty daily specials, in one of Rome’s most atmospheric little rooms.
Hibir Restaurant
A well-loved Ethiopian cultural restaurant in Bole, pairing hearty traditional platters with live music and dancing. A warm, festive place to try injera, tibs and tej (honey wine) with a show.
Gartnerplatz
A pretty circular garden-square that is the heart of Munich’s lively Glockenbachviertel, ringed by cafes, its own theatre and some of the city’s best bars. Locals sprawl on the grass in summer; a lovely place to start an evening.
Shola Market
A vibrant, less touristy local market where Addis shops for food, spices, textiles and crafts. More manageable and friendlier than the vast Merkato, it is a colourful place to browse and pick up souvenirs.
Flohmarkt Olympiapark
Munich’s biggest flea market, sprawling across the Olympic Park on select weekends from spring to December. A proper treasure hunt of vintage, antiques, bric-a-brac and bargains; arrive early for the best finds.
Cafe Frischhut (Schmalznudel)
A tiny, always-busy Munich institution near Gartnerplatz, frying its legendary Schmalznudeln (sugared fried-dough pastries) since 1973. Grab one hot with a coffee at the counter; go early, as they often sell out by lunch.
Casa Independente
A wonderfully bohemian bar and cultural house in a faded mansion on Largo do Intendente, with a leafy terrace, live music, DJs and exhibitions. Note the project is due to close at the end of 2026, so catch it while you can.
Chez Prune
The quintessential Canal Saint-Martin cafe-bar, a boho institution where Parisians spill onto the canal-side terrace for coffee, wine and people-watching from morning to late. Order a plate of cheese and settle in.