In a small piazza next to the busy Piazza Cavour, we find the Caffè Pedrocchi, a neoclassical building opened to the public in 1831, well-known in student circles and also during the Unification period. It was here, in fact, that the 1848 revolution was set in motion and as testimony you can still see a bullet in one of the walls of the Sala Bianca. It was nicknamed the 'café without doors' because, after its opening at the end of 1916, at the owner's wishes, it remained open all night and today it remains a symbol of the academic city of Padua.
Formerly a factory, Centro Sociale Rivolta turned into a very basic club. Colorful murals now cover all the walls. On weekends, Centro Sociale Rivolta hosts live gigs or DJs from different countries who play music ranging from house to techno or electronic jazz. It is one of the most popular venues in northeastern Italy: on weekend nights, usually more than 2500 young people gather in the main hall for the concerts. There are also smaller halls where guest musicians and new talents play more experimental music.
The New Age club has been hosting live concerts as well as Dj's for more than 2 decades in ROncade. Here, you shall find local Italian artists as well as international artists like Kasabian, Satyricon, etc. playing various genres of rock, hip-hop and the like. Visit the website to book your tickets for a great concert.
La Cantina boasts of a charming and shaded patio dining experience where guests are seated on sleek brown chairs and get views of the busy streetscape. Its menu boasts of more than 30 varieties of wine as well as craft beer from a local brewery. The drinks are accompanied by a range of cicchetti (small snacks), especially seafood items. Guests can enjoy dishes made from sea bass, burnt tuna, duck breast, minced salmon, raw fish and marinated beef. Do not miss their oyster trays and Crostini platters, both of which complement their wines perfectly.
One of three historic cafés on Piazza San Marco, the Grancaffè Quadri has been a part of the Venetian experience since 1638, along with the two other major historic cafés of Venice: Lavena and Florian. The atmosphere alone is worth the trip with luxurious exteriors and interiors, and sometimes, a live orchestra plays in the background. The opulent décor comprises of resplendent Venetian chandeliers and mirrors. Customers can enjoy fine coffee in myriad flavors complemented by exquisite desserts and gourmet snacks. On certain nights between April and October, connoisseurs of music can enjoy the melodies played by renowned musicians.
Al Vapore, the small music venue is located right off the mainland-side of the bridge to Venice in Marghera, which is directly on the other side of the tracks from the train station in Mestre. They very often host international jazz acts and world-class music concerts. Folks from all over the region come to Al Vapore to hear good live music in an intimate setting. It's one of the few places in Mestre where the entire family can enjoy a cultural entertainment and some tasty Italian grub.