One of several coffee houses in Trieste that can rightly be considered as cultural and historical institutions unto themselves, Tommaseo may very well be our favourite. Named for the noted Italian linguist and writer Niccoló Tommaseo - an small exhibition of whom can be viewed in the glass case to your left upon entering - we feel at least a half more sophisticated whilst drinking coffee here. Well-worn wood floors and comfortable seating gives the place an intimate cosy feeling, but don't be shocked when the bill for two cappuccinos doesn't leave much change from a €10 note.