Caffè Fiorio was established in 1780 and its grand marble counter, red velvet seats and rich wallpaper speaks to its former glory as a favourite haunt of Turin’s politicians, aristocrats and literary figures (it’s worth reading the cafe website’s very detailed historical summary). In the evening, guests move on from sweet delicacies (specialiaties include gelato and traditional hot chocolate) to the cafe’s grand aperitivo hour, and then it stays open for drinks until 1 am. It can feel rather touristy.

Caffè Fiorio, a former haunt of Friedrich Nietzsche, serves excellent hot chocolate in plush rooms of chandeliers and gilded mirrors.

Caffè Fiorio is a historic café in Turin, northern Italy, located at Via Po 8. Founded in 1780, Fiorio became a fashionable meeting place for the artistic, intellectual and political classes of the capital of the Kingdom of Sardinia. Frequented by Urbano Rattazzi, Massimo D’Azeglio, Giovanni Prati, Camillo Benso Conte di Cavour (who founded the Whist Club here), Giacinto Provana di Collegno, Cesare Balbo and Friedrich Nietzsche, it became known as “the café of the Machiavellis and of the pigtails.” The Halls of this famous cafe are quite spectacular and well worth a visit even if you are not a coffeedrinker.

Located under the porticos of Turin, this historic café founded in 1780 was a fashionable meeting place for artists, intellectuals and the political class of Turin: Massimo D’Azeglio and Camillo Cavour are said to have plotted the Risorgimento here and Nietzsche also used to be a customer. With an illustrious past and old world interiors, it draws the crowds at weekends where many people come to savour their delicious gelato (ice cream). There is also the lure of mouth-watering cakes in the afternoons and an assortment of cocktails in the evening during aperitivo time.

Located on Via del Po, Caffé Fiorio is one of the few historic gems on that street that bring you back to the past. Originally frequented by aristocrats and members of the Royal House of Savoy, this café maintains its original style: luxurious red velvet, gold accents, and chandeliers. This café has seen many important people and meetings, and throughout time, switched from being the place for aristocrats and Royalty to intellectuals and political figures.

Caffè Gelateria Fiorio (Google Maps location): Founded in 1780, Fiorio is another historic café situated in the heart of Turin, beneath the porticoes of via Po. For many years, it served as a meeting place for the Savoy nobility, earning the nickname the café of the 'codini' and 'Machiavelli' due to the distinctive attire and lively discussions held there. Its standout specialty is undoubtedly the ice cream, particularly the gianduia flavor.

Caffè storico per eccellenza, aperto dal 1780, nella centralissima via Po, fu luogo di incontro di intellettuali, oltre che quartier generale di uomini illustri, tra tutti cavour, il Caffè Fiorio è soprattutto una rinomata gelateria. Il gusto per eccellenza della tradizione torinese, il Gianduia, servito in cono, è uno dei must. E i proprietari amano raccontare un aneddoto risalente al periodo della Seconda Guerra Mondiale.

Be sure to try classic treats, desserts and beverages made with Turinese chocolate (often paired with locally ground coffee) at some of the city’s immaculate historical cafes including Caffè Fiorio, Baratti & Milano and Caffè Torino. Sit yourself under the cover of a romantic arcade, and savour a glass of hot Bicerin (a typical drink made from espresso, drinking cocoa and milk) with a dolci.

Aristocratic sitting room and an emblem of city life in which great personalities have crossed. The Caffè Fiorio was and still is one of the symbols of the Savoy Turin of Madame, intellectuals and nobles. It is known for its gelato, which preserve the secret of the same recipe that was loved by Nietzsche, and for its cioccolata in tazza – which here is a 360-degree sensory experience.

At Fiorio's, a historic café since 1780, the haunt of reactionaries at first and then the characters of the Risorgimento from Massimo d'Azeglio to Santorre di Santarosa, the most popular bicerin is the classic one, with coffee, chocolate and milk cream. Only a small part of the clientele requests a newer (and unorthodox) version with whipped cream. Via Po 8/C - Facebook

Located under the arcades of Via Po, between Piazza Castello and Piazza Vittorio Veneto, Caffè Fiorio’s history is linked to that of the city. Founded in 1780 and redecorated in 1845, it is one of the few cafés that has maintained its original lay-out, with its impressive chandeliers, yellow Siena marble counters, velvet upholstery and vintage mirrors.

Caffè Fiorio is one of the oldest cafes in Turin, dating back to 1780. Nobles and important Officers of the House of Savoy were usually seen sitting at the cafe, as it is in Via Po, one of the oldest in the city. Camillo Benso Count of Cavour, Massimo d'Azeglio and other important personalities.

The work ambience at Caffe Fiorio in Turin is truly mind blowing. Once you enter the cafe, you will be delighted to see such friendly staff along with the warm and inviting atmosphere. The interior is a perfect blend of vintage and modern elements, creating a cozy and stylish environment.

It’s not hard to see why, as the gilded interior exudes an elegance that could inspire anybody to write the world’s next great novel. If you visit Caffè Fiorio, you have to order their famous bittersweet hot chocolate. Pair if with a rich chocolate cake or a buttery croissant.

In the past, Caffè Fiorio used to be the meeting place of the aristocracy, civil servants and intellectuals. It's old-time elegance still remains in its inner rooms, but most locals know it for the ice cream. Fiorio serves very generous portions in both cones and bowls.

One coffee tour could finish in Via Po, in the historical Caffé Fiorio which is famous for its gelato, merenda (afternoon snack) and apericena (tapas like meal) buffets. These buffets are rather rich and you can easily have your dinner there.

As soon as it opened in 1780, it was frequented by artists and the city's upper classes. It was also known as the “pony-tail cafe” as it was popular with the officer class from the 19th century; for their horses, hair cuts or both!

Another foodie fact is that the Gelato cone originated in Turin in a place called Caffè Fiorio, which dates back to 1780. These gelatos are absolutely divine and the best we’ve ever had in our life.

Caffè Fiorio has been opened since 1780 and they have beautiful sitting rooms and enough sugary goods to give you diabetes. They are also open late for drinks.

To name a few: Caffe’ San Carlo, Baratti & Milano, Caval d’ Brons, Caffe’ Torino, Caffe’ Platti, Caffe’ Fiorio, Caffe’ Mulassano, Caffe’ al Bicerin.

Though there is still debate as to which café created the drink, many claim the original recipe was born at Caffè Fiorio.