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San Giovanni & Testaccio


All exposed brick and mismatched furniture, this large, New York–inspired venue caters to all moods, serving aperitivo (drink plus buffet €10), restaurant meals and a weekend brunch (€18). Arrive thirsty to take on a 'Testaccio mule', one of its original cocktails, or keep it simple with an Italian prosecco, Scottish whisky or Latin American rum.


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