At the smarter end of the port, this posh cafe employs old-school bow-tied waiters to serve an artistic-looking selection of cakes, pastries, coffees and other such delights. The bulk of the clientele prefers to lounge al fresco on the outdoor terrace on the other side of the pedestrian street.
Gran Caffè Vittoria
Ischia
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