The best cocktails in town

Freni e Frizioni is a great excuse to take a wander around Trastevere – as if you needed an excuse. Once a mechanics shop, this upmarket eatery has come a long way from oil stains and greasy rags, transforming into a modern space with contemporary art and classy furniture. The (mostly vegetarian) food is good but the main draw here is the delicious cocktails. Come during aperitivo time from 7PM to 10PM for access to a free buffet of nibbles with your freshly made cocktail. Seating is on a lovely, atmospheric patio or in the small and busy interior. Or if there’s a wait, take your cocktail perched on the low wall outside with the locals.

Freni e Frizioni is located just off Piazza Trilussa at the start of via del Politeama.

Alternatively check out our last restaurant of the week here. It’s nothing fancy but it does decent food at a decent price in the historical centre – a Godsend if you’re travelling with kids and a good place to try traditional Roman cuisine.