Top Bars in Naples – Most Viewed (2025)

Nestled in Chiaia, at the heart of Naples’ antique quarter, L’Antiquario beckons with subtle intrigue and timeless elegance. Opened in 2015 by Alex Frezza and partners, this bar is a local pioneer in speakeasy culture. Behind a discreet wooden façade lies a world of art-deco charm—deep red velvet seating, dim lighting, ornate William Morris wallpaper, and dark wood accents create a romantic and intimate ambiance. Guests typically buzz the intercom to gain entry—this ritual not only preserves exclusivity but also sets the tone for an evening of refined indulgence. Cocktail aficionados here are in for a treat. The menu is artfully divided into classic, contemporary, and modern sections—each drink comes with its origins, bartender, and creation year. This transparency turns every sip into a journey through cocktail history. Signature creations include the theatrical “Negroni Carousel”—a rotating tasting of three Negroni variations with inventive flavor profiles like Umami (shifted with shiitake and tomato), Garden (peach and rose), and Sospeso (Neapolitan coffee). Another standout, Te nel Deserto, blends gin, Fernet Branca, mint tea, muscovado sugar, and lime, served in a Moroccan teapot for an immersive twist. L’Antiquario boasts an extensive library of over 600 spirits and a curated champagne list that changes with the seasons. While not food-focused, it complements its drinks with light fare—think tapas-style bites to sharpen the flavor journey. Coated in sophistication, steeped in cocktail history, and pulsating with creativity, L’Antiquario remains a beacon of hospitality. It’s more than a bar—it’s the kind of place where each detail—from the décor to the drinks—tells a story, and every guest becomes part of it.

Hidden in the winding streets of Naples’ Centro Storico at Via Candelora 1, Ex Salumeria – La Bottega del Rum is a compact bar with a big personality. From the moment you step in, you’re greeted by a focus that’s rare in cocktail bars: rum. Not simply rum-on-the-rocks, but house-infused rums, creative syrups and cocktails where you often get to customize the base, flavour and presentation. The bartenders here aren’t just pouring—they’re performing. One highlight: choosing a rum flavour (such as orange-cinnamon), choosing a syrup (pineapple, ginger etc), deciding the style (on the rocks, fizz, shot) and even watching torches or caramelisation of fruit in the build. A reviewer mentioned: “The shot will be lit on fire which adds a caramelized taste…” Despite its small size (reviews mention limited seating and just a bar-led space) the atmosphere is lively, friendly and geared toward cocktail discovery rather than casual beer. The location in Naples means the soundscape is part Italian life, part nightlife buzz. The bar’s niche—rum as star—helps it stand out from typical mixology spots. The website and guides emphasise this bar as “the house of rum in Naples.” From a practical perspective: the bar opens around early evening and on weekends stays late (e.g., until 3 AM on Saturdays). Pricing is described as “surprisingly inexpensive” for the quality and craft—but still premium relative to casual pubs. In short: if you’re visiting Naples and want a bar that’s compact, character-filled, with serious rum and cocktail creativity, Ex Salumeria is a strong pick. Arrive early to secure a seat at the bar, talk to the bartenders about flavour preferences, and be ready for something different.

Libreria Berisio is a distinctive hybrid venue in the historic centre of Naples. Founded in 1956, the space began as a second-hand and antiquarian bookshop on Via Port’Alba, a street famed for its book-stores and literary heritage. In more recent years the owner transformed part of the shop into a bar area, so now the venue functions both as a book-lover’s haven and as a unique cocktail lounge. By day, you’ll find shelves stacked with used, rare and modern books—all available for browsing (and purchase). When evening falls, the lights soften, jazz or chilled music fills the air, and the bar comes alive with creative drinks and convivial atmosphere. One reviewer describes it as “a bookshop bar … armed with a cocktail list and amazing atmosphere.” The ambiance is intimate and eclectic: book-filled walls, small tables tucked between shelves, and a relaxed lounge feeling rather than a rowdy club. Drinks range from classic cocktails to inventive specialities (one review noted a vanilla-vodka creation and a ‘Delizia’). Prices are generally very reasonable for Naples cocktail bars — reviews mention cocktails around €5-7 in many cases. The clientele is varied: locals who appreciate the atmosphere, tourists discovering its charm, and book & design aficionados. It’s perfectly situated for a stop after exploring Naples’ Centro Storico. Located at Via Port’Alba 28-29 (80134 Napoli NA) in the Pendino / book-district area. Opening hours show daytime bookshop and evening bar: e.g., 10 :00–13 :30, then 17 :45–01 :00 (many nights) according to listings. If you’re looking for a place in Naples that’s off the standard bar track—where you can retreat into books, unique décor and friendly service while sipping a well-made drink—Libreria Berisio is a strong choice. Note: space can fill up in the later evening; consider arriving earlier to secure a comfortable spot.