Billi Bar stands next to the Meloncello arch that divides Via Saragozza and Via Porrettana and represents the beginning of the climb to the Sanctuary of San Luca. Just a few meters from Renato Dall'Ara Stadium, little has changed since it was founded more than 60 years ago by Giuseppe Billi and his wife. When you pass through its glass door, you immediately feel the atmosphere of ancient village
bars, where old men played cards or billiards and argued about football and politics, and the bartender was the mayor of a city with its own rules and traditions. Billi Bar’s most famous product is pan speziale, a cake made with candied fruits, honey, almonds and chocolate. It’s a very strong and flavorful dessert usually served during the Christmas holidays and makes a nice present to bring home as an authentic Bologna foodie souvenir.