Located under the porticoes on Via Farini, once Strada dei Genovesi, this sandwich shop maintains the old style of the osterias where people would go to have a chat at a bianchino: large wooden tables covered with paper tablecloths where everyone eats together even if they do not know each other. It is very popular with local workers and students at lunchtime, but you need to get here early if you want to sit down. Don't miss out on the Principe al culatello heated bread with culatello (a cured meat made with pig thigh, salted, soaked in white wine, and then seasoned) and Parmigiano Reggiano - it is a delightful delicacy. This place is very popular in the evenings; in fact there is often a line outside waiting to have an aperitif. The wine list is good.

This is a classic place for anyone who is looking for a good sandwich or a beer. This sandwich bar is in the heart of the centro storico and is popular with young people who come here for a dinner with friends or a sandwich after the cinema. Specialties include the house focaccia, stuffed in many different ways from simple fillings such as ham to more sophisticated, elaborate fillings.

Gavanasa is the ideal place for all your luncheons, dinner parties and other celebrations. Nestled in the heart of the beautiful Parma city, this classy restaurant and club offers a wide array of salads with oodles of Parmesan cheese along with a number of other delicacies. The atmosphere is elegant during the day but come evening and you'll find DJs making hordes of people dance to their tunes here. The bar stocks up on a premium collection of Italian wines and spirits which complement the Italian food. All in all, Gavanasa is a beautiful blend of good music and great food.

Set in a cozy space with wooden table, old photo frames and badminton rackets on the walls, Vecchie Maniere Birreria Parmigiana is a quirky, laid-back place perfect for those who wish to spend quality time with their friends over a couple of drinks. Offering seven beers on tap and a variety of bottled beers, the bar ensures there is something on offer to suit everyone’s taste buds and preferences. Besides the drinks, the pub also has a hearty menu of Italian delicacies with paninis and cutting boards being the specialty of the house. If the delicious food and drinks weren't enough reason to try out this place, the peppy music also adds to the laid-back ambience, ensuring you’ll forget your worries the moment you step in. If you are looking for a fun-filled evening, then certainly head to Vecchie Maniere Birreria Parmigiana.

As the name suggests, Sound Cafè is the perfect haunt for great music and drink. Although quite small, this little bar and cafe has managed to become popular for its unpretentious food, impeccable service, and lively entertainment. The place is teeming with both young and old, who are looking for a break from the mundane. A perfect place to hangout with friends.

A trendy wine bar, Tabarro is a must-visit if you are in love with all things wine. Run by Diego Sorba, the bar boasts of natural, organic wines, cozy space and a friendly, enthusiastic crowd. Patrons can sit at one of the rustic tables or stand at the old barrels while taking in the fresh air. If the wines and the bustling energy of this place make you feel the hunger pangs, know that Tabarro also serves a variety of Italian dishes to satiate the appetite of patrons. Wine tastings and other cultural events are also held here quite frequently.