Aperture Cocktail Bar: the green heart of mixology in Padua

Just a few steps from Padua’s historic center, on Via Giovanni d’Alemagna, there is a corner that smells of creativity and good practices. It’s called Aperture Cocktail Bar, and it is much more than just a venue: it is a project born in November 2018 with the idea of bringing the art of mixology to the city, combining the pleasure of drinking well with a philosophy of respect for the environment and for people.

Anyone who steps into Aperture immediately perceives that the difference here is not only in the drinks—already excellent in themselves—but in the combination of elements that create atmosphere: the warm welcome of the staff, a spot-on music selection, and that rare ability to make every guest feel part of a small community. It is a place designed to foster connections, to share conversations and moments that linger in memory.

Care in the choice of ingredients is another distinctive trait. Raw materials come from small local and international producers who work with love for the land and respect for natural cycles. The cocktail menu changes with the seasons, while for those who prefer a good glass of wine or a craft beer, the selection focuses on independent winemakers and microbreweries that reject mass-consumption logic, favoring organic and natural wines.

Aperture is also a virtuous example of green choices: compostable or recyclable materials, biodegradable products, attention to reuse, and zero waste. A concrete commitment that transforms the aperitivo moment into an act of environmental awareness, without giving up pleasure.

And if mixology is the queen of the house, the food is no less impressive. Alongside cocktails you’ll find tasty cicchetti, irresistible meatballs, and above all the famous tostoni, the bar’s true specialty. An absolute must-try is the one with avocado cream and salmon: a combination of fresh, enveloping flavors that wins you over at the first bite, perfect to pair with a citrusy cocktail or a glass of natural wine.

Whether you are a lover of signature cocktails, a fan of organic wines, or simply looking for a welcoming place to spend the evening, Aperture Cocktail Bar is an essential stop in Padua’s nightlife. A venue that proves how drinking well can coexist with responsibility toward the planet and the promotion of small producers.

📍 Address: Via Giovanni d'Alemagna, 2/A, 35134 Padova PD
📞 Phone: 349 738 2823
🍸 Social: @aperture_cocktailbar