Procacci 1885
Santo Spirito, Florence
Bar in Florence, Italy
Book with PearlWhy go
Procacci 1885 is worth choosing for a polished Florence café-bar stop where the food matters as much as the drink. It is better for a date, light celebration, or business pause than for a cocktail-led night out, its easy booking profile makes it useful when grander or more specialized rooms are full.
About Procacci 1885
Procacci 1885 is a Florence venue with daily hours from 10 AM to 9 PM and a smart casual dress code. Beyond those basics, menu, pricing, reservations, seating, or service style are not covered.
A Florence stop with simple planning details
The key details are direct: Procacci 1885 is in Florence, opens daily from 10 AM to 9 PM, has a smart casual dress code. That makes timing easy to understand, but it does not specify the best occasion, the food offering, the drinks program, or whether it is better for a quick visit or a longer seated plan.
If you are comparing it with other Florence options, consider it alongside Bar Artemisia, Santa Cocktail Club, Caffè Gilli, Caffe Paszkowski, Giacosa, depending on the kind of stop you want. For Procacci 1885 specifically, check current menu, booking process, seating details directly before making firm plans.
Plan around the hours and dress code
Procacci 1885 is open Monday through Sunday from 10 AM to 9 PM. The dress code is smart casual, so it is sensible to dress neatly, especially if you are including it in a more polished Florence itinerary. Readers planning a broader trip can pair it with our full Florence restaurants guide, our full Florence hotels guide, our full Florence bars guide.
Do not rely on assumptions about reservations, group suitability, outdoor seating, menu format, prices, or special offers. Confirm those details with the venue before going, then use the daily 10 AM–9 PM schedule as the main fixed planning point.
Planning details
- Location
- Via de' Tornabuoni, 64R, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy
- Website
- procacci1885.it/it/firenze.html
- Phone
- +39 055 211656
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Procacci reads like a piece of Florence's past that keeps operating in the present. The room is narrow and deliberately unspectacular: dark wood panelling, glass cases of jarred and tinned goods, and a single bar counter running along one side. After 140 years the place favors restraint over show, resisting the theatrical lighting and architectural punctuation common in more modern cocktail bars. It feels like a bottega with a bar function — a working, lived-in space where the materiality of shop fixtures and the quiet dignity of an old room set the tone more than any trend-driven design move.
Best For
This is a stop for visitors and locals who value longevity and a quietly refined Florentine precedent over novelty. Located on Via de' Tornabuoni, Procacci suits people who want a compact, considered experience: to stand or sit at the long counter, browse the displayed goods, and enjoy an unflashy drink in a historic setting. It is not aimed at the student scene or the experimental cocktail crowd; instead it rewards patrons who appreciate tradition, the tactile pleasures of a bottega, and a low-key, polished kind of hospitality.
Ordering Tips
Expect a restrained, classical approach rather than theatrical mixology. The space functions as both shop and bar, so consider inspecting the glass cases of jarred and tinned product — purchases to take home are part of the experience. At the counter, keep requests simple and deference to the room’s long-established style; staff are likely to favor traditional, no-frills service that complements the venue’s history. Don’t come expecting bright, Instagram-focused staging; the pleasure here is in understatement and authenticity.
Venue details
Ambiance
Timeless Art Nouveau elegance with dark wood details, period mirrors, soft lighting, and old-world charm.
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Vibe
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Experience
Format
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At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Wine Bar
- Late Night
- Closes by Midnight
Signature Pours
- Aperol Spritz
- Campari Spritz
- Prosecco
Planning details
Location
Via de' Tornabuoni, 64R, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy · Directions
Also consider
Where to go if this is not the right fit
If the group wants a more cocktail-led night, choose Santa Cocktail Club or Bar Artemisia. If the goal is a classic Florence café comparison, look at Caffè Gilli or Caffe Paszkowski instead.
Bar context
How Procacci 1885 compares in Florence
Choose Procacci 1885 over Santa Cocktail Club when food, daytime polish, a quieter special-occasion feel matter more than a cocktail-led night. Santa Cocktail Club is the sharper call for readers prioritizing drinks as the main event; Procacci 1885 is the better fit for an aperitivo that needs to feel composed without becoming a full evening commitment.
Against Caffe Paszkowski, Caffè Gilli, Giacosa, Procacci 1885 sits in the same classic Florence café lane but feels easier to justify when the plan is short, central, food-led. Pick Caffè Gilli or Caffe Paszkowski for a grand-café comparison stop; pick Procacci 1885 when the occasion is smaller and the decision turns on ordering something to eat seriously.
Bar Artemisia is the better cross-shop for a more bar-forward evening. Procacci 1885 is the easier, lower-friction choice for a date or business pause where ambiance and convenience matter more than a deep cocktail agenda.
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Compare Procacci 1885
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Procacci 1885 | Florence | No published awards |
| Giacosa | Florence | 2026 Pinnacle GuideTop 500 Bars 2025 · #215 |
| Caffe Paszkowski | Florence | Top 500 Bars 2026 · #409Top 500 Bars 2025 · #379 |
| Santa Cocktail Club | Florence | 2026 Pinnacle GuideTop 500 Bars 2025 · #295 |
| Caffè Gilli | Florence | Pearl Recommended Bars |
| Bar Artemisia | Florence | Top 500 Bars 2025 · #371 |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Procacci 1885 good for groups?
Information on group suitability is not available. Procacci 1885 is in Florence and is open daily from 10 AM to 9 PM, but seating and group arrangements should be checked directly before planning a visit.
Do I need a reservation at Procacci 1885?
Reservation requirements are not specified. The schedule is daily from 10 AM to 9 PM, but you should check directly with Procacci 1885 for booking details.
Is the food good at Procacci 1885?
Specific food details are not available. If the menu is important to your visit, check the current offering with Procacci 1885 before going.
Does Procacci 1885 have happy hour deals?
Information on happy hour deals is not available. Check directly with Procacci 1885 for current offers, pricing, or promotions.
Is Procacci 1885 good for a date?
Information on date suitability is not available. Procacci 1885 is in Florence, opens daily from 10 AM to 9 PM, has a smart casual dress code.
What's the best time to go to Procacci 1885?
The hours are 10 AM to 9 PM every day. The best time depends on your plans, so check any service-specific details directly with the venue.
Does Procacci 1885 have outdoor seating?
Information on outdoor seating is not available. If that matters for your visit, check directly with Procacci 1885 before going.
