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Caffe Italia
Cafés in Sarandë
About
Caffe Italia sits on Rruga Butrinti in Sarandë, a seafront perch that catches the sunset and the Ionian light. The menu runs from morning croissants and coffee to cocktails and full meals, backed by wine, beer, and hard liquor. It's the kind of place that opens early for the commute and stays open late for drinks — a reliable fixture with high ratings and a staff that people consistently mention for friendliness.
9.9/10
Exceptional · based on 595 Google reviews
- Coffee9.9
- Atmosphere9.9
- Service9.9
- Good to Work9.4
- Value for Money9.9
How we score
Our weighted 10-point Holiday Score combines Google's overall rating, review volume, and sentiment around specific topics (service, food, atmosphere, accessibility). Sub-dimension scores weight category-specific signals — for restaurants we look at food and value mentions; for hotels at cleanliness and location; for beaches at water quality and facilities. Accessibility is weighted from verified wheelchair and mobility attributes.
Scores above 8.5 represent outstanding quality. 10.0 is reserved for editorial picks.
Highlights
- Sunset views over the Ionian
- Cocktails and full food menu
- Croissants from morning through day
- Happy hour food specials
- Open 7am to 2am daily
Why we like it
We appreciate a café that knows what it is: a genuine local anchor that serves coffee at dawn and cocktails at midnight without pretense. The reviews speak to both the view and the execution — people come back for the sunsets and the drinks, and they mention the staff by name. It's crowded for a reason, and that reason holds up.
Best for
Sunset DrinksBreakfast Before ExploringLate-Night CocktailsCasual Meals
Location
Rruga Butrinti, Saranda 9701, Albania
Plus Code: V288+9F Sarandë, Albania
Frequently asked
About Caffe Italia
What are the opening hours?
Caffe Italia opens at 7am and stays open until 2am, making it a reliable spot for everything from morning coffee to late-night drinks.
Is it good for kids?
Yes, the café is marked as good for kids, so families can bring children without concern.
What drinks are available?
The café serves beer, wine, hard liquor, and cocktails, plus coffee and other non-alcoholic options.
Can I get food as well as drinks?
Yes, Caffe Italia serves food alongside drinks, including croissants and full meals, with happy hour food specials available.
Is there outdoor seating?
Seating is available, and given the prominence of sunset views in reviews, there is outdoor seating overlooking the water.
Do you take credit cards?
Yes, credit cards are accepted at Caffe Italia.