La Marzocco Strada S 2-Group – Espresso Machine with Exposed Group Heads
Low profile, open group heads, a clear line of sight across the counter: the Strada S is built with and for baristas. Its flat design removes the barrier between barista and guest – you work at eye level, right in the middle of it. The 2-group version brings that to 83 cm in width and 77 kg: compact enough for counters where two baristas run the daily rush side by side, without needing the larger footprint of a 3-group machine.
At Coffee Coaching Club, we are partners of La Marzocco and a coffee roastery in one – we support you through configuration, installation, training, and service.
What makes the Strada S special
The exposed group heads make the barista's work easier to follow and the extraction visible. Underneath, La Marzocco's saturated brew groups do the work – each with its own boiler and its own PID control, keeping the temperature very stable throughout the day. That's the basis for consistent extraction under continuous load. In our experience, a saturated brew group delivers a more refined aromatic picture than an E61 group – that's our observation, one opinion among many in the espresso craft, others see it differently, and in the end what lands in the cup is what counts. The low profile and slim design fit naturally into open counters.
At a Glance
| Type | Espresso machine, 2-group |
| System | Saturated brew groups, independent boilers with PID per group |
| Design | Low profile, exposed group heads |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | 50 × 83 × 69 cm |
| Weight | 77 kg |
| Boiler | 2.6 l coffee boiler, 8.2 l steam boiler |
| Availability | Production upon order |
Scope of Delivery
- 2 double portafilters
- La Marzocco tamper
- Cleaning agent and blind filter
- Filter baskets 17 g
Installation and Service
The machine is produced upon order and ships from the factory without a plug. For professional commissioning, we recommend the installation package and the limescale protection filter installation – both are automatically added to your cart as soon as you add the machine. Purchasing a La Marzocco includes a barista workshop for your team (at one location, up to three team members, German or English).
What goes with it
You'll find the right grinder for café operations in the Mahlkönig range, and care products under Machine and Grinder Cleaning. More La Marzocco in the La Marzocco Collection.
Frequently Asked Questions
What characterizes the La Marzocco Strada S?
Its low profile and exposed group heads. This removes the barrier between barista and guest and makes the extraction visible.
What type of business suits the Strada S 2-group?
Cafés with an open counter concept and good throughput. Two groups allow for parallel work.
What's the difference between the 2-group and the 3-group Strada S?
The 2-group version measures 83 cm in width and weighs 77 kg, the 3-group 103 cm and 94 kg. For most cafés with two baristas at the counter, the 2-group version is enough; for consistently high guest volume and more parallel workstations, the 3-group version is the better fit. Our recommendation is one of many – in the end, your daily rhythm decides.
Is installation included with the Strada S?
The machine comes without a plug. The installation package and limescale protection filter are recommended and automatically added to your cart.
Can I see the product before buying?
Yes, you can experience the Strada S 2-group live in our showrooms in Bern (Gerberngasse 44) and Zürich (Hagenholzstrasse 50b).
Roastery Tip
An open counter lives on the moment – and on the coffee in the cup. As a roastery, we supply cafés with freshly roasted beans and tune a profile to your business, from chocolatey and round like our Cozy Chocolate to nutty for milk-based drinks. Talk to us. This is our recommendation, one of many.
