Destination · worth the tripComo · CO
DARE Cocktail Bar
Why Smokopolitan
A cocktail bar in Como, selected for a focused cocktail programme.
Smokopolitan Places · Lombardy
The best cocktail bars, rooftops and lounges
in Como.
Looking for where to go in Como for cocktails, aperitivo or after-dinner drinks? This guide brings together 13 places selected by Smokopolitan. Each address is here for a specific reason: identity, drinks, atmosphere, setting or the overall experience.
13selected places
7Destinations
5available experiences
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Where to drink and where to go in Como
Different categories, one guide. Every section points to places that are actually included in the selection.
cocktail bars
Cocktail bars in Como
13 places focused on cocktails, from contemporary bars to hotel bars with a distinctive drinks list.
- DARE Cocktail Bar
- Altariva Bar · Palazzo Venezia
- Silk Lake Como
- Terrazza Lumi - Palazzo San Gottardo
- Fresco Cocktail Shop
- Super Social Club
- Terrazza 241 - Hilton Lake Como
- Hemingway Cocktail Bar
- Koicha Room Rooftop Lounge Bar
- Ceccato Garden Bar
Another 3 places appear in the full selection below.
rooftops
Rooftops and panoramic terraces in Como
5 places selected for the view, terrace or sunset atmosphere. Always check seasonality and access before visiting.
lounges
Lounges, hotel bars and speakeasies in Como
3 places where service, atmosphere and the pace of the visit matter as much as what is in the glass.
wine bars
Wine bars and wine experiences in Como
1 place spanning wine bars, enoteche, wineries and hospitality rooted in the surrounding territory.
spirits bars
Whisky, rum and spirits in Como
1 place with a recognisable identity built around whisky, rum, vermouth, grappa or other spirits.
Full selection
13 places worth your time.
List position is not an absolute ranking. Destination, Worth a stop and Local gem indicate how strongly a place can justify a detour or a dedicated trip.
Destination · worth the tripComo · CO
Altariva Bar · Palazzo Venezia
Why Smokopolitan
Two panoramic Lake Como terraces, signature cocktails and an aperitivo conceived as a ritual: Palazzo Venezia’s new rooftop replaces the former Infinity Bar identity.
Destination · worth the tripComo · CO
Silk Lake Como
Why Smokopolitan
A cocktail bar in Como, selected for a focused cocktail programme.
Destination · worth the tripComo · CO
Terrazza Lumi - Palazzo San Gottardo
Why Smokopolitan
A rooftop bar in Como, selected for its rooftop, terrace or panoramic setting, a focused cocktail programme and a characterful historic setting.
Destination · worth the tripComo · CO
Fresco Cocktail Shop
Why Smokopolitan
A cocktail bar in Como, selected for a focused cocktail programme.
Destination · worth the tripComo · CO
Super Social Club
Why Smokopolitan
A cocktail bar in Como, selected for a focused cocktail programme and food pairing and hospitality.
Destination · worth the tripComo · CO
Terrazza 241 - Hilton Lake Como
Why Smokopolitan
A rooftop bar in Como, selected for its rooftop, terrace or panoramic setting, a distinctive view and a focused cocktail programme.
Worth a stopComo · CO
Hemingway Cocktail Bar
Why Smokopolitan
A cocktail bar in Como, selected for a characterful historic setting.
Worth a stopComo · CO
Koicha Room Rooftop Lounge Bar
Why Smokopolitan
A rooftop bar in Como, selected for its rooftop, terrace or panoramic setting.
Worth a stopComo · CO
Ceccato Garden Bar
Why Smokopolitan
A cocktail bar in Como, selected for a focused cocktail programme.
Worth a stopComo · CO
Terrazza Olmo
Why Smokopolitan
A cocktail bar in Como, selected for its rooftop, terrace or panoramic setting.
Worth a stopComo · CO
Kincho Restaurant & Garden - Sheraton Lake Como
Why Smokopolitan
A cocktail bar in Como, selected for food pairing and hospitality.
Local gemComo · CO
Minimalismo Livingroom Wine & Cocktail Bar
Why Smokopolitan
A wine destination in Como, selected for its wine selection and sense of place and a specialist approach to spirits.
Quick answers
Before you choose
What are the best cocktail bars in Como?
Strong places in the Smokopolitan selection include DARE Cocktail Bar, Altariva Bar · Palazzo Venezia and Silk Lake Como. The guide considers identity, drinks and the full experience; it is not a ranking based on review volume.
Where can I find rooftops in Como?
The guide includes Altariva Bar · Palazzo Venezia, Terrazza Lumi - Palazzo San Gottardo and Terrazza 241 - Hilton Lake Como. Always check hours, seasonality and access before setting off.
Where should I go at night in Como?
For aperitivo, evening or after-dinner drinks, start with DARE Cocktail Bar, Altariva Bar · Palazzo Venezia and Silk Lake Como and compare the full selection by moment.
The Smokopolitan method
Editorial selection, not accumulation.
Places prioritises identity, considered drinks, atmosphere, hospitality and context. Hours, access and policies can change: always check with the venue before visiting.
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