Galleria Fabris, Trieste, Italy

This was one of Trieste's traditional and historical cafés near to the central station. A few years it was transformed into a restaurant, located in an architecturally imposing arcade. It is a pity that it hasn't managed to throw off some of its old fashioned atmosphere. This spacious, often silent, and not particularly well looked after restaurant does not give a very positive first impression; however, the cooking is not at all bad. The interior is furnished to hold large groups of people, but in truth it is not really visited much by people from Trieste. It has one characteristic which renders it unique: the kitchen is open from 7a until midnight. The service alternates between caffeteria, buffet and traditional restaurant food. The historic Opicina Tram stops near the restaurant. It runs along a beautiful line and takes you right up to the karstic highland. It serves pizza, meat and fish. Typical local cooking. The service is good, but a little hurried. There is the possibility of having a personalized menu. The wine list is mediocre and the price list reflects this. They also offer a catering service.