Warsaw Coffee Prices: More Expensive Than Rome, Cheaper Than Berlin

Poles love coffee, but high prices keep many from enjoying it outside their homes. A new analysis reveals that the average espresso price across European capitals varies dramatically, from 0.93 euros in Kyiv to 4.22 euros in Copenhagen. Warsaw sits in the middle, with an average espresso cost of 2.40 euros.

Coffees with milk are considerably pricier. Cappuccino is about 41.5% more expensive than espresso, and latte is 52.4% more. Warsaw stands out for a significant price gap between espresso and milk-based coffees, with cappuccino costing 52% more and latte 69% more. This likely explains why many Poles opt for coffee from convenience stores or gas stations rather than traditional cafes.

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Coffee is one of the most frequently purchased beverages across the continent, yet there is no such thing as a unified European coffee market, a cup of this drink can cost up to 4.5 times more depending on the capital.

Żabka, a popular convenience store chain, has become the top spot for out-of-home coffee purchases in Poland, surpassing even gas stations and fast-food chains like Orlen and McDonald's, according to a report by ARC Rynek i Opinia. "Coffee is one of the most frequently purchased beverages across the continent, yet there is no such thing as a unified European coffee market," said Dawid Potrząsaj, operations manager at Przyjaciele Kawy. "The culture of coffee consumption varies significantly between countries, as does the level of tourism development in different cities." He added that business operating costs, competition, and the ratio of tourists to residents also play a role.

The price of coffee increases substantially when milk is added. The average cappuccino price in European capitals is 3.48 euros, and latte is 3.75 euros. The "milk surcharge" differs by city, with Lisbon showing the largest increase. In Warsaw, the price difference for milk-based coffees compared to espresso is also notable, contributing to the trend of consumers seeking more affordable options.

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The culture of coffee consumption in individual countries differs significantly. In addition, there is the issue of the level of tourism development in various cities – the costs of doing business, the level of competition, and the ratio of tourists to residents are important.