{"id":20163,"date":"2022-02-01T17:15:43","date_gmt":"2022-02-01T17:15:43","guid":{"rendered":"\/?p=20163"},"modified":"2023-07-26T16:39:06","modified_gmt":"2023-07-26T16:39:06","slug":"best-coffee-florence","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/best-coffee-florence\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Coffee in Florence (& Essential Coffee Vocab)"},"content":{"rendered":"

Imagine waking up, slipping on your shoes, and wandering down the cobblestone streets to enjoy your morning espresso surrounded by Renaissance and Medieval masterpieces. Sounds like a dream? Well, that’s exactly what you can experience in Florence. <\/span>But not just any old bar will do—it’s time we show you the best coffee in Florence.<\/span> <\/span>

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Have the Italian coffee experience of your dreams in Florence. Photo credit: Aneta Voborilova<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>

Although Italy does worship our espresso—and we are known as a world coffee capital due to how much we adore this shot of caffeine—it isn’t actually true every bar will serve you a life-changing <\/span>caffè<\/span><\/i>. In fact, you might get one that’s burnt, or too bitter. That’s why choosing the best place to have your coffee experience is essential. <\/span><\/p>

But before we dive into where to go, how about we talk about Italian coffee culture<\/a>?<\/span> <\/span><\/p>

How to Order a Coffee in Italy<\/span> <\/span><\/h2>

When you head out for your first espresso of the day, you might find yourself confused. Some people are standing chatting at the bar, and others are sitting. Do you need to order first? Pay first? Sit down? Stand up?<\/span> <\/span><\/p>

Even those of us who have lived in Italy for quite a while still play this guessing game! But here’s a little tip to help you out: At most bars in city centers, or nearby key monuments, the coffee will cost different <\/span>al banco—<\/span><\/i>that is, standing at the bar—or sitting down. <\/span><\/p>

And this isn’t just a minor difference. Some places may charge you €1.40 for standing up, but up to €5 sitting down for the same cup of coffee. <\/span>Take this into consideration when you’re questioning whether to sit down or join the group <\/span>al banco<\/span><\/i>.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>

When in doubt, aim for the bar, make an order, and ask the barista directly. They’ll be able to tell you if there is a price difference, or if you need to pay first.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>

So what should you order in Italy?<\/span> <\/span>Here’s a little coffee cheat sheet for you:<\/span> <\/span><\/p>