Caffe Bianchi In Firenze

29/05/2025: Don't listen to the other reviews. The staff aren't rude, they're direct and efficient because the service is authentic and this is the way it's done. Try some Italian phrases, be polite and you'll be fine. This is a classic Italian bar-pasticceria located very close to the station (where all of the coffee shops are terribly reviewed) and it's a pleasure to find places like this. The coffee was strong, the pastry was great, the environment was clean and the service was fast. If you only have 20 minutes before you need to be at the train station in the morning this is the perfect place to have a small breakfast at the bar (or at a table if you have more time). If you're just having a coffee you could be here 5 minutes from start to finish easily. Bear in mind that at the bar will almost always be cheaper, though I couldn't see any sit-down prices displayed. No idea why another review says that you can only have a pastry if you're sitting down, I asked to have mine standing at the counter and they were totally fine with it. They also do takeaway coffee which is rarer for genuine Italian bars like this and handy if you're really in a rush. They have bottled/canned soft drinks and water as well. Card payments are accepted. The place is relatively small so don't come here with large parties. I'd say at most 4 people, ideally 1-2 people, or, if you do, it would be easy for most of your party to wait outside. We came in with luggage and did our best to keep it out of the way. It didn't seem to be a problem for the staff.

21/05/2025: Great coffee and panini! Excellent service!