Colazioni al mare
The morning offering accompanies the start of the day with a view over the harbour, ideal for anyone wanting to enjoy the sea from the earliest hours.
Dining · Castro (LE)
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A bar on the pier of Castro Marina for breakfasts, aperitifs and cocktails by the sea
Eccellenza Italianacertificata 2026–2027ID 26180
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The place
Sottovento - Bar sul Mare occupies the pier of Castro Marina, where the view over the crystalline sea accompanies breakfasts, snacks and aperitifs. The venue offers inventive cocktails and mojitos praised by guests, served at tables and sun loungers beneath umbrellas facing the sea. The family-run management of Assunta and her children ensures attentive service and a welcoming atmosphere that keeps local visitors and those from across Italy coming back.
At the table
Sottovento - Bar sul Mare overlooks the harbour of Castro, a point of reference for anyone seeking a break with a sea view.
Why you can trust it
Sottovento - Bar sul Mare is a member of the Eccellenze Italiane network. The mark is registered in Italy and abroad: every certified business has a unique identifier, which can be checked at any time.
Location
Sottovento - Bar sul Mare is already on our map, with its own mark among the other certified businesses of the area: here you can look at it up close.
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Services and features
The morning offering accompanies the start of the day with a view over the harbour, ideal for anyone wanting to enjoy the sea from the earliest hours.
The house speciality, praised by guests for the balance of its ingredients and the freshness that makes it the point of reference for aperitifs in Castro Marina.
A selection ranging from gins to spritzes, with preparations that have built the venue's reputation among mixology enthusiasts.
A format designed for those who alternate swims and breaks, with quick offerings to enjoy under the umbrellas between one dip and the next.
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What visitors say
«A place I've been fond of for years now! Despite the crowds, you always find kind and helpful people. It's a good place to be, with a lovely atmosphere.»
«If you want to drink an excellent mojito then you have to come here! The other cocktails are good too. Very kind and cheerful staff!»
«Our favourite bar at the harbour of Castro. Ideal for breakfast by the sea or for a snack between one swim and the next. Wonderful for the aperitif too.»
«Assunta is simply wonderful! Our steady point of reference for the aperitif in Castro Marina. Always a smile, and a highly efficient service.»
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