Pinocchio Gelateria Cocktail Bar

Pinocchio is an ice cream parlour that doubles as a cocktail bar, on the corner of Calle Mayor and Calle Muñoz in Alicante's old town. It's a handy stop for a scoop in the afternoon or a cheap cocktail on the terrace as the evening starts. The ice cream counter is the big draw, with a wide range of flavours (mango and pistachio get shout-outs), big portions and gluten-free options. There are crepes, waffles and bubble waffles too, plus slushies and fresh juices. On the drinks side, people say the cocktails are quick, tasty and fairly priced. It's open daily from 10am to midnight, so it fits in whenever. Calle Mayor is a lively old town street, and one reviewer noted it can be a bit noisy, which is part of the charm. Service can be slow when it's busy, and not every staff member speaks much English, so a bit of patience and pointing goes a long way.