Lively Bars in Rome worth going out for.

Testaccio and Pigneto get my attention, and I've made peace with never recommending anything near the Trevi again.

I keep track of lively bars in Rome and only keep the ones worth going to. Ask me what you're after.

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JAM SESSION JAZZ - Dedicata a: THELONIOUS MONK

JAM SESSION JAZZ - Dedicata a: THELONIOUS MONK One-time only

Thu, Sep 24 · 10:00 PM

Roma • $$

Open jazz jam sessions

CHICAGO TRAIN BLUES BAND

CHICAGO TRAIN BLUES BAND One-time only

Sat, Sep 26 · 10:00 PM

Roma • $$

Retro blues den

BLUES JAM & FRIENDS - Aprono la Session: MONKEY BUSINESS

BLUES JAM & FRIENDS - Aprono la Session: MONKEY BUSINESS One-time only

Wed, Sep 30 · 10:00 PM

Roma • $$

Open blues jam

Divinity Restaurant & Lounge Bar

Divinity Restaurant & Lounge Bar Great Terrace

Roma • $$$

Rooftop drinks & Pantheon views

Masa Rooftop

Masa Rooftop Hot right now

Roma • $$$

Rooftop Levantine dining

FRENI E FRIZIONI

FRENI E FRIZIONI

Roma • $$

Craft cocktails & aperitivo

Grandangolo

Grandangolo

Roma • $$

Dinner that turns into dancing

Blackmarket Hall - Rione Monti

Blackmarket Hall - Rione Monti Hot right now

Roma • $$

Bohemian speakeasy bar

Giardino del Diamante, via Gramsci

Giardino del Diamante, via Gramsci

Quartiere III Pinciano

Sunset drinks above the city

The Rome EDITION

The Rome EDITION Great Terrace

Roma

Boutique hotel with rooftop

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KARAOKE internazionale + mercatini

KARAOKE internazionale + mercatini

Thu, Sep 24 · 7:00 PM

Roma • $$

Karaoke, vintage & vibes

ARISTOCRACY RIOT CONTENT

ARISTOCRACY RIOT CONTENT One-time only

Sat, Sep 26 · 9:00 PM

Roma • $

Industrial dark wave DJ night

QUID - Unique Italian Dining

QUID - Unique Italian Dining Great Terrace

Roma • $$$$

Rooftop Italian dining

Charlie’s Rooftop Bar

Charlie’s Rooftop Bar Great Terrace

Roma • $$

Panoramic cocktails & views

Paparazzo Bar & Rooftop

Paparazzo Bar & Rooftop

Roma • $$

Rooftop cocktails & charm

Sweet Bunch

Sweet Bunch

Roma • $$

Creative community hangout

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Frequently asked questions

How are these lively bars in Rome chosen?

I go through what's actually on nearby and keep only the ones worth the trip. Nobody pays to be on this list.

Is everything here still happening?

Yes. If it's on the list, it's still on — anything that's finished drops off by itself.

How do I find something that suits me?

Open the map and tell me what you're after — a good terrace, somewhere that works with kids, something on tonight. I'll answer and narrow it down with you.

Do I need an account?

No, everything here is browsable without one. An account is how I learn your taste, your people and your saves, so what I show you keeps getting closer to what you'd actually go to. You can also have ideas sent to you by email or message if you want them.

Is it free?

Yes, completely.

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