Espresso here costs about €1.50 airside in Terminal 3
Caffè Vergnano 1882 sits in FCO Terminal 3 after security, so you can grab a proper Italian coffee without watching the clock at passport control. Expect classic bar service: step up, order at the cashier, then move along the counter for drinks. It’s usually quicker than the bigger chains nearby, especially during the 07:00–10:00 morning bank when T3 gets crowded.
A standard espresso runs around €1.50–€2, macchiato a bit more, and cappuccino in the €2.50 range. Compared with other T3 spots, prices land closer to city-bar levels than “airport tax.” You’ll see the usual lineup of cornetti and pastries in the €1.50–€3 bracket, enough for a fast breakfast before a Schengen or non‑Schengen flight out of Terminal 3.
Food is mostly quick bites: pastries, panini, and pre‑made sandwiches held in chilled cases. Figure around €5–€8 for a sandwich and similar for simple salads. Quality is fine for a short layover, but this isn’t a long sit‑down meal. If you have over 90 minutes before boarding, you can eat here, then still make it to the far T3 gates like E41–E59 without stress.
Drinks beyond coffee include standard soft drinks, basic juices, and a few bottled beers, generally between €4–€7. You’ll also find small bottled water in the €1.50–€2 range, cheaper than many newsstands elsewhere in FCO. Service runs on the usual Italian system: pay first, then take your receipt to the bar; it confuses people and slows things down at peak times.
The practical play: if your gate is in Terminal 3, grab coffee here right after security rather than waiting for the smaller kiosks near E‑gates, which often have longer queues and fewer seats.