Gelato… passable.
During the patronal feast in honor of Santa Lucia, since "I Ditelo Voi" was performing, we were in the area and stopped by this bar for gelato. We've had better, but overall it's passable. The place is gorgeous, modern, and clean, with indoor dining areas and outdoor seating. We hope they improve the quality of the gelato, because they have all the makings of an excellent bar, gelato shop, and café.
ROBERTO RIVIECCIO
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01 Giugno 2026
8,0
Bar Marcone is not just a historic Vairano establishment: it is, in the fullest sense of the word, a hub of sociality and civility. Upon entering, the eye is rewarded by a pleasant and orderly environment, but another trait stands out more clearly: a rare, almost enveloping human warmth that never lapses into gratuitous familiarity and, rather, translates into a watchful, composed courtesy, authentically "at home" without ever being provincial.
The coffee deserves a special mention, because here, quality is not left to chance or habit. The raw materials are carefully selected, and the technique is mastered with the expertise that distinguishes proper extraction from mere routine: full crema, balanced flavor, clean persistence, without harshness or burns. It's an espresso that restores dignity to the everyday gesture.
Furthermore, the selection of products maintains a level consistent with the overall concept: thoughtful selection, attention to freshness, and a sense of care that is evident even in the smallest details, those that often betray a true culture of hospitality.
The staff, starting with the owners, are impeccable both personally and professionally: discreet presence, well-timed, and competent without ostentation. In an era where many establishments pursue effect, Bar Marcone focuses on substance. And it is precisely this understated excellence, built on grace, consistency, and professionalism, that makes it a fixture.
francesca petriccione
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07 Gennaio 2026
10,0