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Bar Giorgio

Just like the espresso bars you find tucked away in every corner of Italy, Bar Giorgio is a space for quick stops, slow mornings, and spontaneous conversations over perfectly pulled coffee.

Maritozzo pastry filled with Chantilly cream, topped with a diagonal dusting of powdered sugar. Served on a simple white plate, set against a yellow table background.
Espresso and Maritozzi

Step up to the bar. Whether it’s a strong caffè ristretto to start your day, an afternoon macchiato, or a crisp cocktail before dinner, Bar Giorgio is open from morning through to the early evening, following gallery opening hours.

There’s no table service — and that’s just how it should be. This is coffee standing up or sitting down with quick chats with the barista, a moment of pause before heading back into the city. Like the best bars in Milan, Bologna or Palermo, it’s about rhythm, ritual, and real coffee.

Three small round brioche buns, each filled with slices of salmon, cream cheese, and fresh chives, arranged on a white plate. The plate is set on a yellow table, photographed from above.
What We Serve

Espresso classics — from cappuccino to caffè corretto

Fresh maritozzi — baked each morning

Aperitivo — Italian spritzes, vermouths, bitters and cicchetti to accompany on a Friday from 4:30pm

Our coffee is sourced from Koffee who understand balance, bitterness, and body — just how Giorgio likes it.

Aperitivo at Bar Giorgio

Join us every Friday from 4:30pm for Aperitivo at Bar Giorgio. A celebration of one of Italy’s most cherished traditions. For just £20, enjoy a classic Campari or Aperol Spritz, served with a curated selection of seasonal cicchetti designed to complement your drink. Whether you’re winding down after exploring the Gallery or meeting friends to start the weekend, this elegant Aperitivo experience in the heart of Trafalgar Square offers the perfect prelude to your evening.

Stop By Anytime

Located just around the corner from Trafalgar Square, Bar Giorgio is ideal for a quick pre-gallery espresso, a morning pastry meeting, or a casual catch-up before dining at Locatelli.

No bookings, no fuss — just good coffee, good people, and a proper Italian welcome.

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