Orso Laboratorio del Caffè
San Salvario, Turin
Bar in Turin, Italy
Book with PearlWhy go
Orso Laboratorio del Caffè is the Turin pick for a daytime coffee stop, not an evening bar plan. It works best for solo time, a casual date, or a low-effort San Salvario break; choose Caffé Al Bicerin for a more historic café experience or a wine bar if the plan needs a longer night.
About Orso Laboratorio del Caffè
Orso Laboratorio del Caffè is a Turin venue with daytime hours and a casual dress code. For specifics on menu, seating, reservations, or service format, check directly with the venue.
It is in Turin, the dress code is casual, and the schedule runs through the day rather than late at night. Specific details about food, drinks, seating, or booking policy should be checked directly with the venue before making plans.
Use it for daytime timing, not a late-night plan
The hours make this a daytime option: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 8 AM to 6 PM; Thursday from 8 AM to 5:30 PM; and Saturday and Sunday from 8:30 AM to 6 PM. It is not a match for plans that require late-evening opening.
If you are comparing it with other Turin options, Bistrot Torrefazione Samambaia Torino is another named option to consider. For anything beyond the hours and casual dress code, confirm current details with the venue.
The crowd fit is casual and practical
The dress code is casual. That makes Orso Laboratorio del Caffè easier to frame as a low-formality Turin stop than as a formal or special-occasion plan. For details about the crowd, seating, menu, or atmosphere, check with the venue.
For a wider Turin plan, consider this venue for its city, hours, and dress code. Other dining and drinking choices in Turin may suit different needs, but details should be checked venue by venue.
Planning details
- Location
- Via Claudio Luigi Berthollet, 30h, 10125 Torino TO, Italy
- Website
- shop.orsolaboratoriocaffe.it
- Phone
- +39 011 264 3553
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Orso Laboratorio del Caffè reads like a focused, neighborhood laboratory rather than a tourist-facing espresso bar. The tone is sober and exacting — conversations about sourcing, grind calibration and extraction temperature are front and center — and the back bar’s curated spirits selection extends that discipline into evenings. Tucked in Crocetta, the address balances technical rigor with a modest, intimate presence: it feels like a specialist's workshop that also invites regulars to linger, with an editorial approach that prizes quality and provenance over spectacle.
Best For
This is a venue for people who care about coffee and considered drinking across the day. Mornings suit solo visits for precise espresso; late afternoons and early evenings work well for aperitivo and the bar’s curated spirits; and the place keeps going into later hours for focused, small-scale drinking. Because it sits in a residential, professional quarter, it appeals to locals, nearby professionals and anyone seeking a serious, quieter alternative to tourist hubs.
Ordering Tips
Start with a straight espresso during morning hours to sample the bar’s technical attention to extraction. For aperitivo or evening visits, ask the staff about their vermouth and spirits selection — the write-up highlights the back bar as a deliberate, curated statement. Staff conversations about beans and preparation suggest the team is prepared to recommend pours and describe provenance, so don’t hesitate to request detail on sourcing or preparation.
Venue details
Ambiance
Minimalist but warm with a suspended-in-time sitting room aesthetic; intimate and focused on the sensory experience of specialty coffee.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
At the Bar
- Late Night
- Closes by 10pm
Signature Pours
- San Salvario coffee
- Valentino coffee
- Ethiopian filter coffee
- cold brew
- flat white
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Via Claudio Luigi Berthollet, 30h, 10125 Torino TO, Italy
Planning details
Location
Via Claudio Luigi Berthollet, 30h, 10125 Torino TO, Italy · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Bistrot Torrefazione Samambaia Torino, Notable alternative
- Salotto dei Principi, Notable alternative
- The Mad Dog Social Club, Notable alternative
- Luogo Divino, Notable alternative
- La Drogheria, Notable alternative
Bar context
How it compares in Turin
Choose Orso Laboratorio del Caffè when the need is daytime coffee and easy access rather than a structured night out. Bistrot Torrefazione Samambaia Torino is the closest peer for readers comparing coffee-led stops, while Salotto dei Principi is a better fit when the mood calls for a more polished room.
For evening energy, Orso is the wrong anchor. The Mad Dog Social Club is the stronger cross-shop for cocktails and a later crowd, while La Drogheria makes more sense for aperitivo-style social momentum. Booking difficulty should feel easier at a daytime café than at a bar built around peak evening demand.
If wine is the priority, skip the coffee stop and compare against Luogo Divino. Orso is better value as a short, casual pause; Luogo Divino is the more sensible choice when the spend is meant to cover a longer sit and a wine-focused experience.
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Compare Orso Laboratorio del Caffè
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Orso Laboratorio del Caffè | Turin | No published awards |
| Bistrot Torrefazione Samambaia Torino | Turin | No published awards |
| Salotto dei Principi | Turin | No published awards |
| The Mad Dog Social Club | Turin | No published awards |
| Luogo Divino | Turin | No published awards |
| La Drogheria | Turin | Top 500 Bars 2025 · #401 |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Orso Laboratorio del Caffè open late?
No. The hours end by 6 PM on most days, with Thursday closing at 5:30 PM. Weekend hours start at 8:30 AM and end at 6 PM.
Is Orso Laboratorio del Caffè good for a date?
It may suit a casual daytime plan, given its casual dress code and daytime hours. Details about atmosphere, seating, and service style should be confirmed with the venue.
What's the crowd like at Orso Laboratorio del Caffè?
The dress code is casual. For more specific details about the crowd, check with the venue.
Does Orso Laboratorio del Caffè have happy hour deals?
Happy hour information is not available. If that matters, compare current information directly with other Turin options such as La Drogheria or Luogo Divino.
Do I need a reservation at Orso Laboratorio del Caffè?
Reservation information is not available. Confirm directly with Orso Laboratorio del Caffè before visiting, especially if timing is important. Salotto dei Principi or The Mad Dog Social Club may be worth checking separately for a different kind of Turin plan.
