Astoria is one of Italy's best-known commercial espresso machine makers, and its machines turn up everywhere from neighborhood cafes to hotel breakfast bars. But are Astoria espresso machines actually good, and which model suits your business? This guide explains who makes Astoria, what the brand does well, where it falls short, how the lineup is organized, and which Astoria to shortlist for your cafe, restaurant or office.
The Astoria Storm, the brand's multi-boiler flagship.
Astoria espresso machines are made by Astoria Macchine per Caffè in Susegana, in the Treviso province of northern Italy, a region with a long tradition of espresso machine manufacturing. You'll often see the company called CMA Astoria in older listings and service manuals. Design, engineering and production all happen in Italy.
The brand focuses on professional machines for cafes, restaurants, hotels and offices. Because Astoria builds so many commercial machines, parts and technicians who know the brand are relatively easy to find, which is a practical reason many cafe owners choose it. You can see every model we carry on our Astoria espresso machines page.
2. Are Astoria espresso machines good?
For most cafes, restaurants and offices, yes. Astoria's strength is dependable, well-engineered machines that staff can learn quickly and use all day. Here's the honest picture.
✓ What Astoria does well
Robust Italian build designed for daily commercial service
Programmable volumetric dosing on many models, so every barista pulls a consistent shot
Wide range, from compact 1 group machines to multi-boiler flagships
Practical options such as auto-steam wands, touch displays and telemetry
Parts and brand-familiar technicians are easy to find
⚠ What to consider
Most models are plumbed-in machines that need proper installation
Larger machines need a higher-capacity electrical supply
Specialty bars chasing pressure profiling may prefer a more specialized platform
Bottom line: if you want a reliable workhorse that delivers consistent espresso and milk drinks all day, Astoria is a strong choice. If your menu is built around experimental light-roast espresso, also compare the machines in our prosumer espresso machine guide and the wider commercial coffee machines range.
3. The Astoria lineup explained
Astoria groups its current professional machines into three families. Knowing the family tells you a lot about who a model is designed for.
Blend
Practical, compact workhorses for everyday commercial use: the AB200, Tanya R, Pratic Avant Xtra, Mira and the ST400/ST800.
Flow
Design-led machines for front-of-house bars: the Core 600, Sabrina and the 1970s-inspired Hollywood.
Tech
The Plus4You Advantage, a modern update of a classic Astoria that combines polished steel styling with current technology.
You'll also find well-known Astoria models such as the Storm, Core 200, Forma, Greta, Perla and Tanya in stores and on the pre-owned market.
4. Popular Astoria machines at Di Pacci USA
⭐ Best compact commercial machine
Astoria AB200
1 Group · 2 Group Compact · 2 Group
The AB200 packs Astoria's new coffee group, volumetric dosing and a properly sized boiler into a compact body, from the 468 mm 1 Group to the 770 mm 2 Group. It's our go-to recommendation for small and mid-size cafes. Our full Astoria AB200 review compares all three.
The Storm is Astoria's statement machine, built around a multi-boiler design for thermal stability and powerful steam. It suits high-volume specialty cafes that want a showpiece on the bar and more control over each group.
Multi-boiler · Vintage styling · Smart energy management
The Sabrina pairs 1960s-inspired styling with a multi-boiler system and software that learns your machine's workload pattern, sending power only where and when it's needed. A good pick for cafes that want character on the bar and lower running costs.
Single boiler · Clean modern design · 2 & 3 group options
The Core range is the straightforward, durable side of Astoria: a single-boiler design, simple controls and modern lines. It's a sensible choice for restaurants, hotels and cafes that value reliability and easy servicing over extra features.
The Forma is an eye-catching commercial machine available as a single group, with volumetric touchpads on each group. The Greta is Astoria's compact option for offices and low-volume cafes, using professional-grade components in a smaller body. See how they compare with other brands in our office coffee machines guide.
Because Astoria machines are built for long commercial lives, a well-maintained pre-owned machine can be excellent value, especially for a first cafe or a second site. Condition is everything: boiler scale, group wear and electrical safety all matter. Every pre-owned machine we sell is inspected and serviced by our qualified technicians.
A pre-owned Astoria 3 group multi-boiler.A pre-owned Astoria 1 group with touch steamer.
A 1 group suits offices, carts and light cafe service. Most cafes need two groups, and very busy venues with three baristas look at three. Our AB200 size comparison shows how boiler size and width change with each step.
Check space, water and power
Measure your counter, plan a water line and drain, and have an electrician confirm your supply before ordering. Commercial machines also benefit from proper water filtration to protect the boiler.
Yes. Astoria makes dependable Italian commercial espresso machines with stable temperature, programmable volumetric dosing on many models and practical options such as auto-steam wands. They suit cafes, restaurants, hotels and offices that want a reliable machine staff can learn quickly.
Who makes Astoria espresso machines?
Astoria espresso machines are made by Astoria Macchine per Caffè in Susegana, in the Treviso province of northern Italy. Older listings and manuals often refer to the company as CMA Astoria.
Which Astoria espresso machine is best for a small cafe?
For most small cafes, the Astoria AB200 2 Group Compact is a strong fit: two groups for pulling two drinks at once in a body just 615 mm wide. Lower-volume sites can choose the AB200 1 Group, and busier cafes the full-size AB200 2 Group.
Is it worth buying a pre-owned Astoria?
A well-maintained pre-owned Astoria can be excellent value because the machines are built for long commercial lives. Buy from a supplier that inspects and services each machine, and check boiler condition, group wear and electrical safety before you buy.
