I've been wanting to visit Barril for a while ever since learning that it was actually more of a…read moregarden lounge than a basement wine bar. From the street, kitty-corner to Birdy, it gives the impression of wanting to be a serious wine cellar serving serious wine...the name, the window sign full of old corks, the steep dark staircase. Like many things in Naples appearances misguide. The decent down the stairs lead you not to a cellar but a hidden garden. Old walls, crates as tables, odd and mismatched stools, chairs and couches, old fashioned memorabilia like gramophones and sun bleached French advertising posters all lend a relaxed atmosphere to the place (only the too-well studied expensive casual wear of some of the clients leads you astray. What do they serve? Drinks with a tasty happy hour spread, cheese and cold cut platters for those who want to buy them. Drinks are on the pricy side and 10% service was added (maybe for happy hour only? I didn't ask). Excellent Campari Spritz and the Bellini's are smooth. One little drawback, the bar is in another room, the wait staff are hanging out and sometimes sitting with the clients they know. They also are dressed like they are clients. It lends credence to the laid-back ambiance they are so close to achieving but it can be a bit disconcerting when a total stranger asks you what you want or you can't identify who to ask for a refil. I will be back.

Try at your own risk. They should really update their daily schedule. Showed up at 7 for happy…read morehour, door was open, staff in house but was turned away. Apparently Closed on Mondays?

Great spot for a nice glass of wine, live music, and fun scene. Staff is great. Food is good,…read moremostly light offerings, but very tasty. We have come back several times. For an American in Pozzuoli, this is a great place to visit and chill. Be sure to order a charcuterie board, and most of all...Allentare!

At the end of our 3-week holiday traveling through Italy from the US, we found ourselves craving…read morelive music and feeling a little homesick. A simple Google search for "live music near us" in Naples led us to Keste, and it turned out to be the best musical experience we've had not only in Italy but in our entire lives. We arrived at Keste on a Wednesday evening around 10 pm. My musician husband immediately noticed a drum kit--the first he had seen since we arrived in Italy. The amazing wait staff greeted us warmly and promptly handed us drink menus with clear prices, contrary to some reviews claiming they were overcharged. Our drinks arrived quickly, and we instantly felt at home. The locals, who seem to frequent this bar on Wednesday nights (which we learned is jam session night), asked if we played music. My husband, a drummer, was invited to collaborate on the drum kit--not once but multiple times throughout the night. What was meant to be a one-hour stop turned into an all-night amazing experience. The bar seemed to get even better as the night went on! The vibe at Keste was nothing short of incredible. The music, the owner, the staff, the openness, and the overall sense of belonging made us feel right at home. If you are a musician in Naples, this is THE place to be. If you enjoy music and great people with great energy, this is THE place to visit. I can't wait to return to Naples to visit Keste and reconnect with the wonderful people who frequent it!

It had a wonderful atmosphere with friendly and helpful staff. The appertivo was a treat and the…read moredrinks were yummy!