Coffee is different?

Can I get a cup of coffee?

Yes, but probably not like you are used to having. Standard drip coffee that North America drinks can be harder to find in Europe. Some places may have filter coffee available (ask for filter coffee specifically) — we’ve seen it on the menu listed as Filter Coffee.

Note that you will see Cafe Americano listed on many menus, however this is not an American style coffee. It is an espresso shot in hot water.

A typical coffee drink in Europe is espresso, latte, cappuccino, Americano, etc.

Also be aware that cream or half and half is generally not available in cafes. Milk is most likely the closest substitute. If you are making coffee in your hotel room you may find something like crème liquide in France, kaffesahne in Germany, etc. in grocery stores.

In larger European cities you will find Starbucks.  We checked several Starbucks menus and did not see filter coffee listed.  Also expect  differences in menu options and fewer of the more exotic drinks.

Do you need help reading the menu? Do you need to speak a foreign language?

Grocery Stores - Things may be different -- Even bottled water??