Fixed-price meals usually include two courses, dessert, taxes and service charges. Bars in Italy are open from early morning to late at night. They usually serve drinks, refreshments, and a variety of snacks, desserts and fast. There is an extra charge for drinks and food served at tables. Vegetarians can obtain information by writing directly to the tourist boards.
Prices are reasonable and the quality of goods, high.
Chain stores such as La Rinascente, Coin, Upim, and Standa are found in many Italian cities and towns. It is advisable to carry merchandise purchased with you in order to avoid any inconveniences. In this case the buyer must ask the vendor for a proper receipt describing what has been purchased and sent it back to him, on his return to his country or origin no later than 90 days after the date of the receipt. The receipt must be checked and stamped by Italian Customs upon leaving Italy. On receipt of this bill, the vendor can then forward the I.V.A rebate to the tourist who made the purchase.