Ioannina Entertainment

  1. Ananta

    With its shadows and a long bar set under an upward-curving, bare stone ceiling, the Ananta smacks of a Franciscan monastery - albeit one powered by rock music and alcohol.

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  2. Baccara Bar Restaurant

    A sure sign that a city has arrived is when it spawns fully formed temples to conspicuous consumption. The see-and-be-seen Baccara, with its cavernous interior, fusion menu and tropical fishtank that runs the length of the entire back wall, is such a place. There's no middle ground; you'll either detest it or be impressed.

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  3. Filistro Café

    For a splendid spot of tea or afternoon liqueur, drop in to this classic, vividly painted Kastro café.

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  4. Frontzou Politeia

    Find superlative views of the city, lake and mountain opposite at this relaxed café 2km up on Ioannina's western hill. Lean back in its plush, colourful couches and enjoy a cool coffee drink on a warm summer morning, or a mixed one by night.

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  5. Presveia

    True beer lovers, there is hope. Draught Guinness is relatively hard to find in Greece, as are the 100 or so other beers available at this cosy pub popular with students. Oh, and the food is really good too.

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