Flights out of FLR often leave with no real 24-hour cafe
The name here promises nonstop service, but regulars on FlyerTalk and Yelp say Florence Peretola’s T1 simply doesn’t run anything close to 24/7. Early-morning passengers on 06:00 departures report shuttered counters, and late arrivals after 22:00 often find only vending machines working. Treat the “24-hour cafe” label as marketing, not a guarantee.
Everything is in Terminal T1, and once you pass security there are only a handful of food outlets for the whole building. Ratings land around 2 out of 5, mostly because travelers expected a true round-the-clock option and showed up at 04:30 or 23:30 to find lights off. One Yelp reviewer flatly says to eat in Florence city before heading to the airport.
Pricing lines up with small-airport Italy: think around €3 for an espresso, €4–€5 for bottled drinks, and €6–€8 for basic sandwiches or pastries. When the cafe is actually open during morning and mid‑afternoon waves, it’s fine for a cappuccino and a cornetto before a 09:00 or 15:00 flight, but don’t expect fresh hot food at odd hours.
Regulars time their arrival to FLR tight: check in, clear security in T1, grab a quick coffee if the counter is up, and head straight to the gate listed on your boarding pass. FlyerTalk users specifically warn not to bank on any sit‑down meal after 20:00, and note there are no Priority Pass lounges to fall back on.
Tip: eat dinner in Florence city before your taxi or tram to the airport, and for flights leaving before 07:00 or after 21:00, bring a snack and a full water bottle (filled after security) in case the so‑called 24‑hour cafe is dark.