The Caffè Tommaseo in Piazza Tommaseo 4/c lies close to the famous Piazza Unità d'Italia and to the Communal Theatre Giuseppe Verdi in one of the most prestigious areas of Trieste. As a coffe-house it is the oldest in Trieste and belongs to the Association of the italian historical inns. Opened in 1830 by the paduan Tommaso Marcato, it was decorated by the painter Gatteri and furnished with large mirrors, purposely brought from Belgium. On behalf of the new owner Society in december 1997 the café was restored and renewed in the style of the original tradition of the Vienna cafés. .