Il Fico Ricco (San Pietro Vernotico)

Bars & Nightlife

In addition to traditional Italian cafés, Brindisi and many other towns have a few bars and pubs favoured by groups of residents of all ages. Nightlife in Brindisi itself and in most of the sleepy towns around the region is on the quiet side, comprising a few music bars and several summer discotheques. In this city, most evening hot-spots are centred around Corso Garibaldi, which comes alive at night with young and old leaving home for an evening spent in the name of drinking and socialising. For a more active nightlife, there are summer discos (playing mainly Italian Euro-pop) in some of the beach resorts, but these open only during the region’s short summer holiday season (July through August). In the province, Lecce represents an exception to the rule, with some trendy bars that often feature DJs or live music, particularly along the Via Federico d’Aragona in the Old Town.

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Susumaniello Vineria

The beautiful, sophisticated courtyard in the heart of the old city of Brindisi invites for a glass of wine — hence the "vineria" — or an exquisite cocktail. Susumaniello is located at an elevation, which makes for some incredible views of the nearby old building …

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Barcollo (Torre Santa Susanna)

A lit fireplace creates a very intimate atmosphere in this dimly-lit locale, and you are welcome to make use of the book exchange shelf as you sample some of the drinks from an extensive beer and cocktail list. Friday nights are normally reserved for high quality live …

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Il Faro Beach Club (Ostuni)

Il Faro Beach Club is a beachfront establishment not far from the historic, stunning town of Ostuni. It combines features of a beach bar and restaurant, holding various parties and music nights. Prices are in the upper range. Sunbeds and umbrellas are available for …

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Kidra Pub (Ostuni)

The Medieval-themed beer pub and disco club Kidra is another cavernous Ostuni establishment that serves a selection of decent beers and high-quality food, and hosts live music shows which cause the small square outside to get packed in no …

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Il Fico Ricco (San Pietro Vernotico)

Il Fico Ricco — literally "the rich fig" — is a Latin American venue where you can dance Salsa all night long. The bar hosts live music performances, special guest dancers and parties. There is a pool in the venue's courtyard, and the party does not stop till the sun …

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