Traveling Gypsies and Kava Den — Restaurant in Rome

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I don’t make it out here all the time, but I wanted to take a moment to share my thoughts. The drinks here can be a bit on the pricey side, ranging from $10-$15 depending on what you order and any add-ons. However, from what I understand, kava isn't exactly cheap to produce. That being said, the owners are incredibly generous and offer a free shot of kava to first-time visitors, which is a nice touch. The staff is laid-back and friendly, always willing to chat or let you swing by just to say hello.

As someone who values sober spaces, I really appreciate this establishment. It's rare to find a place where people in the LGBTQ community, and anyone really, can hang out without the pressure of alcohol. It's a much-needed alternative, and I’m grateful this spot exists.

Let's be real—it's easy to blow $40-$50 at a typical bar, especially when you factor in gas for a trip to Atlanta. Honestly, I haven’t found a regular bar here in Rome that I'd consider "good." But this place? The vibe is fantastic, and most of the regulars are super friendly. Plus, you’ll leave feeling great—no hangovers or regrets!

Big shoutout to Hayden—he’s my favorite staff member and always makes my experience top-notch. If the owners see this, let him know he’s doing an...

My colleague and I just stumbled upon this unique establishment while briefly visiting in Rome. What an exceptional find! I've been enjoying kava for quite a few years now, brewing it at home and visiting kava bars across the U.S. and the Pacific Basin. This is certainly one of my favorites! We sat down to warm welcomes from the proprietors and the patrons, and immediately felt right at home. We started out with shells of Fijian kava, smooth and mellow - very reminiscent of what we'd recently enjoyed on Viti Levu. We then switched to a kava from Vanuatu, with a bright, peppery flavor and truly impressive potency. That bore repeating multiple times! Finally, we graduated to some of their delicious flavored kava cocktails. All of that occurred in an exceptionally comfortable, relaxing setting filled with conversations among new friends we met there. I thoroughly recommend Traveling Gypsies! When in Rome, drink like the Romans! It's even worth a special...

A unique experience, the staff here will educate you on Kava or Kratom fully before you try a drink. They have mastered the flavors and have invented drinks that can knock your socks off figuratively and literally. The Den isn't just a place to grab a healing beverage and find other healthy alternatives for what ails you, but it's the most diverse and safe place in Rome for anyone who has social anxiety. A cure for lonely if nothing else. A lot of really good friendships have formed due to its existence. It doesn't matter who you are, stop in and grab a drink, try something new, or, have their most underrated old staple, a coffee, and people watch. Also, find their calendar of events, there is always something...