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Buca Lapi is an upscale, frills restaurant catered toward an exceptional fine dining experience. Our favorite part of Buca Lapi was being greeted by the owner upon arrival, as well as, having extremely attentive service. We had one of the best waiters named Giuseppe. It was fascinating to watch him gracefully move around his section serving his tables. Unfortunately, I think we dined in Buca Lapi on an off night. We heard they were known to have one of the best Florentine Steaks in the city. Naturally, always trying to find the best when we travel, we made a reservation weeks in advance. Our excited anticipation quickly fell short. The steak did not live up to its legendary write ups. Maybe, if we hadn't had a perfect Florentine Steak a few nights prior, we would have been wow'd. However, I'm not so sure. The steak we were served had a great open flamed charred marking and flavor, but it was very overcooked and unsalted. Traditionally, Florentine Steaks should be served more on the rare side. This was a flat medium tip toeing on medium well side. My husband and I are not ones to complain while at a restaurant, especially one that has as much critical acclaim as Buca Lapi. For every steak served, the waiters would cut it off the bone for the customers. In our opinion, this meant that this was how they serve their Florentine Steak. Their representation. Which, let me note, was not awful. It was just not the best Florentine Steak in Florence that week. After we left, we wondered why they served it to us. Maybe, they thought because we were tourists we wouldn't know the difference? I'm not sure and do not want to pass a judgement like that, however, for the cost of our meal we did feel a bit taken advantage of. Ultimately, I'm hoping that this was just a fluke of a night! On a positive endnote, my husband loved their pici pasta and I just loved their vibe. (:
Florence friend took us here, centrally located very nice atmosphere. It's a classic restaurant for Bistecca Fiorentina, excellent service and food! Would definitely recommend and come again. Definitely order the steak - it's so large you can share with a friend or two... they have other dishes but the focus is the bistecca!
One cannot go to Florence without having Florentine steak. Do I recommend this place?? A THOUSAND YES!! I've had a lot of steak in my days. Not including wagyu, this is by far the best steak that I have had in my life! And that's a lot coming from me!! We ordered a steak FOR ONE to share and it was massive! The server doesn't ask how you want your steak and I absolutely LOVED that! One way, rare! The steak came sizzling hot, but not bloody. The first bite was heaven on earth! You can taste and feel the salt crystals (which was just the right amount) and then once the meat hits your mouth, you just knew everything inside (and outside) of you did the happy dance! We ordered the roasted potatoes and it just melted, MELTED in your mouth! But it wasn't mushy in any way. We had a nice yummy panna cotta for dessert and then ended with an espresso. We didn't have reservations so we waited until they opened for dinner in hopes to be seated. The inside of the restaurant is super lovely. This was the best meal we had in Florence! Make reservations because they fill up fast! Buca Lapi will always have a special place in my .
Since 1880 Buca Lapi has been a part of Florence, the vaulted Palazzo Antinori cellar lined in posters while formally dressed servers play well to crowds comprised mostly of tourists seeking an "Authentic" Tuscan meal. Maintained through slow restoration, old lampshades scribbled with the names of visitors adding to its charm, diners will find white tablecloths plus an extensive Wine list from which Reds such as house Chianti are more pricey than similar local eateries. The oldest Restaurant in town, and arguably the most straightforward, all tables begin with basic Bread followed by Antipasti including Salads or Soup and Charcuterie including warm Liver on Toast. Known to make all Pastas on-site, Pappardelle with Wild Boar Ragu frankly underseasoned while signature Cannelloni eat richer thanks to Cheese and Cream, most tables will splurge for €70 Bistecca alla Fiorentina served Rare while Veal Meatballs are overworked and forgettable.
I don't have much to offer that you won't see in other reviews. But, this was great food. This is where we decided to take the plunge and enjoy the steak of Tuscany. Steak for one was more than ample for the two of us, even if we hadn't also gotten appetizers! We enjoyed a veal and fresh pasta dish, a potato and squash gnocchi - both excellent. We had a side of spinach and a side of potatoes with our steak. There was no way we could eat it all but we tried our best! The interior is charming. It really is an old wine cellar, down a few steps from the street with lower vaulted ceilings. We sat in the front area so we're lucky enough to also enjoy watching them make all the food.
When in Florence, you go to Buca Lapi! This restaurant is one of the oldest restaurants in Florence, opened in 1880 is located in a wine cellar- Ambiance- intimate, travel posters adorn the curved ceiling and you get to make your mark by signing the poster! When in Firenze, you must order the Bistecca alla Fiorentina - pretty amazing and way too much steak but tender, perfectly grilled, the star of the ristorante! Cannelloni Buca Lapi - ricotta cheese, spinach, veal ragu covered with a tomato cream sauce- divine! Other sides - sautéed spinach, roasted potatoes, fried mixed veggies (tempura style) - good! 5 stars for the best meal in Firenze! Giuseppe, our server was superb / efficient - he gets 5 stars for best server.. Highly recommend Buca Lapi
Florentine steak!! That's the only thing to get at Buca Lapi. We ordered steak for two and the portion was MASSIVE! They don't ask how you want it cooked so we just got it as it comes. And let me tell you - it comes rare! We loved the roasted potatoes as well but honestly just the meat and complimentary bread would have been plenty. Get the house wine! Delicious, full body and smooth at only 20 or 22 euro, I can't remember exactly. I recommend making reservations far in advance because it fills up fast!
This is a great find. You definitely need reservations. They have an amazing selection of different types of meats, rabbit, veal, etc.. We had pastas and the chickpea kale soup, which was phenomenal. The chocolate torte was very rich, but amazing. Staff was absolutely wonderful. It was our first night in Florence and a perfect, first night dinner. The restaurant is adorable downstairs and the wall murals and decor great.
A visit to Buca Lapi was a special treat for me from my wife, who doesn't eat red meat. Well I do, and this place is famous for a few things (1) being an ancient restaurant with a kitschy yet cavernous dining area (2) serving a "steak florentine" that is 2 f*%^ing inches thick. (That's 5 f*%^ing centimeters.) Or at least 1 1/2 inches. They are not shy about this steak. If you are interested in ordering it, they have one of the chefs cart the whole side of beef out and show it to you. Then they cook it, "sort of." I say "sort of," because you can't really cook a 2 inch thick steak in a reasonable amount of time. So they sear it pretty well on each side, and bring it out to you. The result is a steak whose edges are magically delicious, and whose central portions are basically blue rare - like steak tar tare that has not been sliced or seasoned. I mostly enjoyed the experience, but gave up about half way through and got a to-go bag. For the next day's brunch at our shared airbnb, I found a frying pan, some olive oil, salt and pepper, and fried up those leftovers, producing the best damn brunch steak my buddy and I had had in awhile.
Buca Lapi is an amazing authentic Florentine food experience. The staff is prompt and professional. They are truly there to make sure you have the best local cuisine. The bistecca and tripe florentine were so delicious. The table side preparation of the insalata mista was a nice touch. Everything was fresh and cooked to perfection. I do recommend reservation. Buon Appetito!
Just WOW! This was recommended by a neighbor so we made a reservation in advance which was good since they were turning people away w/o reservations. We didn't know this was the oldest restaurant in Florence, but they don't rest on the past. They have the usual Florentine Steak in 2 sizes, for one person or 2. We split the single since we also wanted to try the pastas and I had the French onion soup, I guess Italian onion soup which came out boiling! It was great, once it cooled off, and was not smothered in bread & cheese, just the right amount. The steak was far better than we had had in another recommended restaurant, a bit more expensive but worth it. The pasta was also good. Once done they brought a complimentary flourless chocolate cake, one of my favorites. Highly recommend . The Restaurant is in the cellar, fair warning if you are addicted to your phone, there is NO wifi or cell service :)
Food in Florence and Tuscany is pretty outstanding, but dinner at this renowned Florencian Steakhouse with owner and Chef Luciano will be one of the most memorable meals you'll have! This restaurant is a favorite among locals and tourists. Reservations are required but are available online. Easily booked several weeks in advance, especially during peak season, you will definitely want to plan accordingly! Luckily, I came during mid-May and only needed a table for 1 so I was able to squeeze in a reservation just 2 days prior. The restaurant has a lovely ambiance! The decor is simple, elegant yet homey. Not pretentious or stuffy, but still sophisticated and neighborly. It's a great balance of fine dining meets home cooking! You get a peak into the kitchen and the restaurant is divided into 2 main dining rooms and a couple of tucked away private areas. Since it's a steakhouse, food is focused on meats but there are also several other options including seafood and pasta. I highly doubt you can go wrong with any choices here. Food is prepped daily, produce is always local, and there are always daily specials. I had the handmade pasta with peas and wild boar meat sauce, steak for 1, side of fried green beans, local house red wine, and chocolate torte. The pasta was perfection! Warm, buttery, with immense flavor but not overpowering. Simple but tasty! The steak was by far one of the best I'd ever had! I clearly couldn't finish it but I ate it 2 days later, cold and could cut it with a butter knife! It was divine! I don't drink wine in the US b/c I have a severe allergy to alcohol but I was able to tolerate this lovely house red that was so smooth. Chocolate torte is a house specialty made with no sugar, flour or eggs but tasted rich like chocolate ganache without all the refined ingredients, or the guilt! Service was stellar and I was able to meet and chat with head Chef and owner Luciano to learn about this amazing restaurant but also witness his love for food! One of the tables was a return customer, 2 nights in a row and was hoping for a 3rd during their week long visit! If a group of 10 hopes to eat at the same restaurant 3 times in a week, clearly they're doing something right! After dining here, I sent several other people I met during travel to this restaurant and all reported back with rave reviews! This by far was my best meal and Florence and one of the most wonderful dining experiences I've ever had in my life! I will always remember this wonderful meal and the amazing love and spirit that makes this food so delicious! If you're in Florence, I hope you don't miss out on this fabulous restaurant b/c it has a reputation for a reason!
Buca Lapi was one of those meals in Florence that we will remember for a long time. The bistecca alla Fiorentina was absolutely incredible--beautifully charred on the outside, perfectly rare inside, simply seasoned with coarse salt, and full of flavor. It's a serious steak and definitely meant to be shared! The setting makes the experience even better. Dining beneath the historic frescoes feels like stepping into another era, and the atmosphere is warm, lively, and unmistakably Florentine. Wonderful food, wine, history, and atmosphere all in one place. If you're going to Florence, put Buca Lapi on your list and order the bistecca! read more
7 months ago
Please see the attached photos of the Bistecca alla Fiorentina, which Buca Lapi themselves tout as stellar -- I'll let the photo speak for themselves. When the steak arrived, I cut into a few random spots to check doneness, noticed it was sordidly overdone, and called a waiter over. They insisted this was normal and not overcooked, explaining that because it was from a female cow the meat turns a different colour than what we would be more used to seeing in bistecca alla Fiorentina. To their credit, they offered to redo it, but cautioned that it would come out exactly the same. Ironic, given their penchant for inconsistency. I was already wary of this place because of reviews of inconsistency, but for a restaurant that prides itself on bistecca alla Fiorentina, how does this even leave the kitchen? The chocolate cake they comped was stellar, though. read more
4 months ago
Food was great. We all ordered pasta and was done very nicely. Atmosphere was great. Service was great. Would definitely go back. read more
Buca Lapi is an upscale, frills restaurant catered toward an exceptional fine dining experience. Our favorite part of Buca Lapi was being greeted by the owner upon arrival, as well as, having extremely attentive service. We had one of the best waiters named Giuseppe. It was fascinating to watch him gracefully move around his section serving his tables. Unfortunately, I think we dined in Buca Lapi on an off night. We heard they were known to have one of the best Florentine Steaks in the city. Naturally, always trying to find the best when we travel, we made a reservation weeks in advance. Our excited anticipation quickly fell short. The steak did not live up to its legendary write ups. Maybe, if we hadn't had a perfect Florentine Steak a few nights prior, we would have been wow'd. However, I'm not so sure. The steak we were served had a great open flamed charred marking and flavor, but it was very overcooked and unsalted. Traditionally, Florentine Steaks should be served more on the rare side. This was a flat medium tip toeing on medium well side. My husband and I are not ones to complain while at a restaurant, especially one that has as much critical acclaim as Buca Lapi. For every steak served, the waiters would cut it off the bone for the customers. In our opinion, this meant that this was how they serve their Florentine Steak. Their representation. Which, let me note, was not awful. It was just not the best Florentine Steak in Florence that week. After we left, we wondered why they served it to us. Maybe, they thought because we were tourists we wouldn't know the difference? I'm not sure and do not want to pass a judgement like that, however, for the cost of our meal we did feel a bit taken advantage of. Ultimately, I'm hoping that this was just a fluke of a night! On a positive endnote, my husband loved their pici pasta and I just loved their vibe. (: read more
2 years ago
Florence friend took us here, centrally located very nice atmosphere. It's a classic restaurant for Bistecca Fiorentina, excellent service and food! Would definitely recommend and come again. Definitely order the steak - it's so large you can share with a friend or two... they have other dishes but the focus is the bistecca! read more
One cannot go to Florence without having Florentine steak. Do I recommend this place?? A THOUSAND YES!! I've had a lot of steak in my days. Not including wagyu, this is by far the best steak that I have had in my life! And that's a lot coming from me!! We ordered a steak FOR ONE to share and it was massive! The server doesn't ask how you want your steak and I absolutely LOVED that! One way, rare! The steak came sizzling hot, but not bloody. The first bite was heaven on earth! You can taste and feel the salt crystals (which was just the right amount) and then once the meat hits your mouth, you just knew everything inside (and outside) of you did the happy dance! We ordered the roasted potatoes and it just melted, MELTED in your mouth! But it wasn't mushy in any way. We had a nice yummy panna cotta for dessert and then ended with an espresso. We didn't have reservations so we waited until they opened for dinner in hopes to be seated. The inside of the restaurant is super lovely. This was the best meal we had in Florence! Make reservations because they fill up fast! Buca Lapi will always have a special place in my . read more
1 year ago
Food, ambiance, and service were exceptional. You can really tell that the ownership and people who work here care about every guest's experience. read more
3 years ago
Since 1880 Buca Lapi has been a part of Florence, the vaulted Palazzo Antinori cellar lined in posters while formally dressed servers play well to crowds comprised mostly of tourists seeking an "Authentic" Tuscan meal. Maintained through slow restoration, old lampshades scribbled with the names of visitors adding to its charm, diners will find white tablecloths plus an extensive Wine list from which Reds such as house Chianti are more pricey than similar local eateries. The oldest Restaurant in town, and arguably the most straightforward, all tables begin with basic Bread followed by Antipasti including Salads or Soup and Charcuterie including warm Liver on Toast. Known to make all Pastas on-site, Pappardelle with Wild Boar Ragu frankly underseasoned while signature Cannelloni eat richer thanks to Cheese and Cream, most tables will splurge for €70 Bistecca alla Fiorentina served Rare while Veal Meatballs are overworked and forgettable. read more
I don't have much to offer that you won't see in other reviews. But, this was great food. This is where we decided to take the plunge and enjoy the steak of Tuscany. Steak for one was more than ample for the two of us, even if we hadn't also gotten appetizers! We enjoyed a veal and fresh pasta dish, a potato and squash gnocchi - both excellent. We had a side of spinach and a side of potatoes with our steak. There was no way we could eat it all but we tried our best! The interior is charming. It really is an old wine cellar, down a few steps from the street with lower vaulted ceilings. We sat in the front area so we're lucky enough to also enjoy watching them make all the food. read more
When in Florence, you go to Buca Lapi! This restaurant is one of the oldest restaurants in Florence, opened in 1880 is located in a wine cellar- Ambiance- intimate, travel posters adorn the curved ceiling and you get to make your mark by signing the poster! When in Firenze, you must order the Bistecca alla Fiorentina - pretty amazing and way too much steak but tender, perfectly grilled, the star of the ristorante! Cannelloni Buca Lapi - ricotta cheese, spinach, veal ragu covered with a tomato cream sauce- divine! Other sides - sautéed spinach, roasted potatoes, fried mixed veggies (tempura style) - good! 5 stars for the best meal in Firenze! Giuseppe, our server was superb / efficient - he gets 5 stars for best server.. Highly recommend Buca Lapi read more
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Florentine steak!! That's the only thing to get at Buca Lapi. We ordered steak for two and the portion was MASSIVE! They don't ask how you want it cooked so we just got it as it comes. And let me tell you - it comes rare! We loved the roasted potatoes as well but honestly just the meat and complimentary bread would have been plenty. Get the house wine! Delicious, full body and smooth at only 20 or 22 euro, I can't remember exactly. I recommend making reservations far in advance because it fills up fast! read more
3 years ago
This is a great find. You definitely need reservations. They have an amazing selection of different types of meats, rabbit, veal, etc.. We had pastas and the chickpea kale soup, which was phenomenal. The chocolate torte was very rich, but amazing. Staff was absolutely wonderful. It was our first night in Florence and a perfect, first night dinner. The restaurant is adorable downstairs and the wall murals and decor great. read more
A visit to Buca Lapi was a special treat for me from my wife, who doesn't eat red meat. Well I do, and this place is famous for a few things (1) being an ancient restaurant with a kitschy yet cavernous dining area (2) serving a "steak florentine" that is 2 f*%^ing inches thick. (That's 5 f*%^ing centimeters.) Or at least 1 1/2 inches. They are not shy about this steak. If you are interested in ordering it, they have one of the chefs cart the whole side of beef out and show it to you. Then they cook it, "sort of." I say "sort of," because you can't really cook a 2 inch thick steak in a reasonable amount of time. So they sear it pretty well on each side, and bring it out to you. The result is a steak whose edges are magically delicious, and whose central portions are basically blue rare - like steak tar tare that has not been sliced or seasoned. I mostly enjoyed the experience, but gave up about half way through and got a to-go bag. For the next day's brunch at our shared airbnb, I found a frying pan, some olive oil, salt and pepper, and fried up those leftovers, producing the best damn brunch steak my buddy and I had had in awhile. read more
3 years ago
Buca Lapi is an amazing authentic Florentine food experience. The staff is prompt and professional. They are truly there to make sure you have the best local cuisine. The bistecca and tripe florentine were so delicious. The table side preparation of the insalata mista was a nice touch. Everything was fresh and cooked to perfection. I do recommend reservation. Buon Appetito! read more
3 years ago
4 years ago
Just WOW! This was recommended by a neighbor so we made a reservation in advance which was good since they were turning people away w/o reservations. We didn't know this was the oldest restaurant in Florence, but they don't rest on the past. They have the usual Florentine Steak in 2 sizes, for one person or 2. We split the single since we also wanted to try the pastas and I had the French onion soup, I guess Italian onion soup which came out boiling! It was great, once it cooled off, and was not smothered in bread & cheese, just the right amount. The steak was far better than we had had in another recommended restaurant, a bit more expensive but worth it. The pasta was also good. Once done they brought a complimentary flourless chocolate cake, one of my favorites. Highly recommend . The Restaurant is in the cellar, fair warning if you are addicted to your phone, there is NO wifi or cell service :) read more
Food in Florence and Tuscany is pretty outstanding, but dinner at this renowned Florencian Steakhouse with owner and Chef Luciano will be one of the most memorable meals you'll have! This restaurant is a favorite among locals and tourists. Reservations are required but are available online. Easily booked several weeks in advance, especially during peak season, you will definitely want to plan accordingly! Luckily, I came during mid-May and only needed a table for 1 so I was able to squeeze in a reservation just 2 days prior. The restaurant has a lovely ambiance! The decor is simple, elegant yet homey. Not pretentious or stuffy, but still sophisticated and neighborly. It's a great balance of fine dining meets home cooking! You get a peak into the kitchen and the restaurant is divided into 2 main dining rooms and a couple of tucked away private areas. Since it's a steakhouse, food is focused on meats but there are also several other options including seafood and pasta. I highly doubt you can go wrong with any choices here. Food is prepped daily, produce is always local, and there are always daily specials. I had the handmade pasta with peas and wild boar meat sauce, steak for 1, side of fried green beans, local house red wine, and chocolate torte. The pasta was perfection! Warm, buttery, with immense flavor but not overpowering. Simple but tasty! The steak was by far one of the best I'd ever had! I clearly couldn't finish it but I ate it 2 days later, cold and could cut it with a butter knife! It was divine! I don't drink wine in the US b/c I have a severe allergy to alcohol but I was able to tolerate this lovely house red that was so smooth. Chocolate torte is a house specialty made with no sugar, flour or eggs but tasted rich like chocolate ganache without all the refined ingredients, or the guilt! Service was stellar and I was able to meet and chat with head Chef and owner Luciano to learn about this amazing restaurant but also witness his love for food! One of the tables was a return customer, 2 nights in a row and was hoping for a 3rd during their week long visit! If a group of 10 hopes to eat at the same restaurant 3 times in a week, clearly they're doing something right! After dining here, I sent several other people I met during travel to this restaurant and all reported back with rave reviews! This by far was my best meal and Florence and one of the most wonderful dining experiences I've ever had in my life! I will always remember this wonderful meal and the amazing love and spirit that makes this food so delicious! If you're in Florence, I hope you don't miss out on this fabulous restaurant b/c it has a reputation for a reason! read more
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Went in without reservation and the owner found us a table for 2. The steak was incredible, polenta and beef divine. We ordered a glass of house red which was cab franc that the owner makes!!! It was amazing!!! Don't think twice about eating here! Make a reservation today!! read more
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In our visit to Florence (11/27/2019) we were hoping to give the legendary "Florentine Steak" a go and I'm glad that we went to Buca Lapi. The steak was fantastic along with the service. The waiter was both attentive and very friendly in making our (group of 5) experience a good one. The place was filled with locals and it felt like we were the only Americans there. The interior was really neat as the walls were plastered with old travel posters / airline posters. The steak was wonderful. My understanding is that Florentine Steak is often served rare or medium rare at the most. The waiter gave us the lowdown saying it will be bloody and was actually super fine with us getting it "medium". It was super flavorful and one of the highlights of our trip. A table of Italians next to us ordered the "Beef Steak for two" and it was wheeled over on a table with the waitress cutting the steak up for the table. Super interesting and entertaining! Once this COVID19 thing goes away, definitely give this place a shot. Great Steak, great environment, and a solid staff. read more
8 years ago
I went to this place because it was highly recommended by family and friends The atmosphere is amazing The staff very helpful Presentation of food was great The soups we ordered were delicious I was slightly disappointed with the steak ... don't get me wrong it was great yet expected it to be much better than that Maybe I had a bad piece of meat or was just unlucky Strong recommendation to visit this restaurant read more
3 years ago
4 years ago
The experience starts off with you heading down a set of stairs used centuries ago as the entrance to the Antinori palace wine cellar. It reminds me more of a traditional Steakhouse in the States than a Tuscan restaurant... that being said the ambiance is great, while the service and management is truly top-notch and professional. All of your favorites are done extremely well with high quality ingredients being used all over the menu. You should not attempt Bistecca alla Fiorentina anywhere else! read more
We were told by many people that Buca Lapi had the best bistecca fiorentina so we went there right when it opened at 7pm and were thankfully sat immediately. We got a table right in front of the kitchen, which was a great vantage point. We got to watch the chefs slice huge pieces of steak right off a giant loin for each order. The space is warm and inviting, and the main dining room is decorated with decoupaged images all across the ceiling. Service was excellent and prompt, and we were recommended a wonderful bottle of wine. Our main objective was the bistecca, so we started with an order of ribollita to share. It was by far the BEST ribollita I've ever had, and a must for visiting guests. It's a traditional tuscan dish that can really only be found in Florence. We ordered the steak for two along with roasted potatoes and fried zucchini. The steak was incredibly juicy and the side dishes went perfectly with it. We tried as best we could to finish the meat, but it was an impossible task. We probably would order the steak for one next time. Everything there was so well-cooked and authentic. Even though the people dining around us were mostly all tourists, it is certainly not a tourist spot in terms of quality of food. It was one of my favorite meals in Florence and I can't recommend it enough! read more
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This is the only steak place that I can give 5 stars too. I am love my steak therefore very fussy with the way it is handled. All I ask for is a good piece of meat done to my taste (medium rare) with nothing but some veggies on the sides. I always struggle to understand how restaurants can actually screw that up. This is the only place in this whole world where I absolutely enjoyed my steak. Based on reviews online, I was prepared to share the steak with my not so steak loving hubby. The portion is massive. No offence to other steak lovers who do not like to have medium rare or rate meat. I was told that this place used to turn off customers who could not eat their meat rate or medium rare. I think they have become a bit more accommodating with that now considering they actually have lots of American tourist who actually come there to eat pizza and pasta (I was shocked). Maybe that makes them accepting towards other steak consumers (in any form). But the steak itself is the best when it is rare or medium rare. The meat is so good that there is nothing much required. Please go to this place to have heavenly steak and respect the steak and do not order pasta and pizza. I personally would not mind visiting Firenze just to eat here. read more
I never really appreciated the value of good service until I got to Italy...where good service was often hard to find. Truly friendly and kind interactions stand out when you're otherwise dealing with waiters who are tired (understandably so) of dealing with Americans. At Buca Lapi, our food was good but moreover the service was an island of kindness in a sea of haughty formality or fake friendliness. Anyway, about the food, which is probably what you care more about: - Florentine Steak - omg this thing is seriously massive. The serving for 1 is really for 2. FYI it's not seasoned with much of anything, and even the fattier t-bone cut is on the leaner side, so don't expect some sort of wagyu flavor bomb. This was good, but I would say looks were more impressive than taste. - pasta with veal and tomato- this was in wide-ribbon form, and one of the specials of the day. It was savory and delicious without being heavy. - chicken stew- this was salty and tasty. Hope you like tomatoes and olives if you order this. Oh also I hope you like dark meat, bc my portion was ONLY dark meat*, which I thought was amazing (*it had 3 chicken wings- yes 3- and chicken wings are technically white meat but no one ever thinks of that way) - fried zucchini- these were fried in light airy strips- I could swear that it's tempura batter but the waitress said it wasn't read more
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