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Cafés The guide was updated: 2024-04-07

Sit back, relax and enjoy a nice cup of coffee accompanied by a delicious Italian pastry. One cake not to be missed is the Duchessa di Parma (the Parma duchess) — a rich cake with zabaglione and chocolate ganache dedicated to Napoleon’s wife, Maria Luigia Duchess.

Parma, like any other city in Italy, has numerous historic cafes and ice cream parlours, as well as modern lively bars for nice aperitifs to start your Parmesan night adventure. Begin your exploration of Parma’s strong cafe culture and try a typical Italian espresso.

Pasticceria Cocconi

Pasticceria Cocconi

Serving traditional pastries since 1951, Cocconi is a cosy cafe with delicious continental breakfasts, croissants and other desserts. Visit during teatime and take a break in its intimate tea room, or stop by for aperitivo and taste its appetising finger food.

Pasticceria Torino

Pasticceria Torino

Located just 10 minutes away from Parma railway station, Pasticceria Torino, is a traditional pastry shop established in 1957. A wide range of products is on offer: everything from breakfast to snacks, but it is mostly renowned for its fine chocolate creations.

Stralvè

Stralvè

Stralvè is on a mission to rediscover the root of Parmesan coffee tradition. In these globalised times, Stralvè's owners are proud to show their origins, serving hyperlocal zero-mile products, enjoyable at the aperitif time or at home, thanks to their take-away service.

Bombé Farini

Bombé Farini

Bombé Farini is one of the most renowned cafes in Parma for its abundant and delicious breakfasts. It is the parlour of a famous pastry school — don't miss the fine croissants, baked delights and cakes of all sorts.

Busky

Busky

If you are looking for a good brunch, you need to visit Busky! This pizza & bakery is principally famous for its Sunday brunch. Dishes are created from locally grown produce, taking into account seasonality and environmental impact. Vegan and gluten free dishes are also available.

Gioelia Cremeria

Gioelia Cremeria

Gioelia Cremeria is the ideal place to enjoy a good artisanal ice cream. Located in the city centre, Gioelia Cremeria’s parlour offers you all kinds of sweet treats, from ice creams to frappes and other specialties ideated in its laboratories.

Gelateria Due Torri

Gelateria Due Torri

Gelateria Due Torri has been in business since 1946. Drop by and taste some of the best ice cream of the city. Apart from the traditional creamy gelato, try delicious slushes, ice lollies, frappes, and even semifreddo and ice cream cakes. Everything artisanal and always freshly made!

Gelateria Caraibi

Gelateria Caraibi

According to many, this is the best ice cream parlour in Parma. Gelateria Caraibi is known for its broad choice of flavours — not only of ice cream, but also of frozen yogurt. Another must-try are the ice cream cakes, renowned in the entire region!

Gran Caffè del Teatro

Gran Caffè del Teatro

Gran Caffè del Teatro is an excellent choice for your night at the Opera. Stop by for tea at this magic place imbued with music. The cafe welcomes everyone during the day, but is reserved to the spectators during shows.

V-Bar Natural

V-Bar Natural

To all those who want to consume responsibly also during their holidays, V-Bar Natural offers a choice of organic produce used in vegan and vegetarian dishes. Beside delicious and healthy breakfasts, come here for relaxing lunches and dinners.

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