| Item | 2026 Price |
|---|---|
| Espresso (bar) | €1–1.30 |
| Pizza margherita | €6–10 |
| Pizza al taglio (slice) | €2–4 |
| Trattoria lunch (2 courses) | €12–20 |
| Restaurant dinner + wine | €25–45 |
| Supermarket pasta (500g) | €0.80–2 |
| Olive oil (1L, good) | €6–12 |
| Mozzarella di bufala (250g) | €3–5 |
| Supermarket wine (decent) | €4–8 |
💡 Pro tip: Self-catering breakfast and picnic lunches (bread, prosciutto, mozzarella, fruit from a market) save €15–20/day without sacrificing quality.
Bottom line
Italy has Europe's best food-to-cost ratio. Budget €25–35/day eating out, €50–70 mid-range. Street food in Naples: €3–6 for a feast.