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    Buca Mario

    4.3 (307 reviews)
    Ultra High-EndTuscan
    Closed 12:00 pm - 11:30 PM

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    We celebrated our 50th Wedding Anniversary at beautiful BUCA MARIO RISTORANTE in Firenze, ITALIA!!
    Cookie W.

    Of course you must be in Florence, Italy, to enjoy this beautiful restaurant. Waiters greet you at the door, you walk down the stairs like a celebrity and you are escorted to your table. Beautiful linen and gentlemen dressed in black and white with beautiful smiles on their faces. Most speak some English because you are in northern Italy. I was happy to use my Italian on them ...and they understood me! Of course in Italy tou will enjoy wine or Procecco, then primo piata, usually a small pasta...then secondo piata...a meat or fish dish. In Florence don't pass up the Florentine Steak!! Incredible!! Then dolce...a variety of Lucious sweets. Enjoy your choice with Italian coffee. When you leave, you'll receive a Buca Mario canvas bag or apron. The smiles and memories are endless. When in Firenze, eat at BUCA MARIO!!!

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    Taylor O.

    I cannot recommend the food and wine enough. Grandmas lasagna was the best lasagna I've ever had in my life! I will say that I was a little disappointed with the service. I expected them to go above and beyond as I had seen in videos on social, but our waiter was a bit flat. I would definitely go back though!

    Alex G.

    This place has a super special place in my heart. The food is 10/10, the staff is amazing 10/10 and the ambiance is very family like. il momento in cui sono entrato in questo posto mi ha riempito il cuore di gioia

    Lynnea B.

    Buca mario is michelin guided for a reason it's truly a dining experience you won't forget. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere feels warm, intimate, and quintessentially Florentine. The dining room is beautiful, with that old world charm that makes you feel like you're part of the city's history. The staff is welcoming, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about what they do, which adds so much to the experience. The wine selection is outstanding local, plentiful, and thoughtfully curated to pair with the traditional Tuscan menu. We started with the lasagna, and I can confidently say it was the best I've ever had: perfectly layered, rich, and full of flavor. The star of the evening, though, was the Florentine T bone. It's presented tableside, topped with flaky salt, and cooked rare to perfection the way it should be. The simplicity of the preparation lets the quality of the meat shine, and it's a must try if you're visiting. Buca mario perfectly balances authenticity, elegance, and incredible food. It's not just a meal it's an experience, and one that deserves every bit of its michelin recognition. If you're in Florence, this is a restaurant you absolutely cannot miss.

    Dennis T.

    We had an amazing dinner on our first day in Florence, and dinner at Buca Mario was the best meal we had in Florence. I ordered the Grilled Beef Fillet with Roasted Potatoes,the beef was perfectly cooked and tender, and the potatoes had a crisp outer layer, they were so good. For dessert, I had the tiramisu and it was delicious.The service was the best ,everyone was so nice and friendly. I will definitely be returning on my next trip to Florence.

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    Juliana N.

    The ambiance here is spectacular and the food shines even brighter! I recommend a reservation as the line starts to wrap around the building (EARLY!) The service was friendly and impeccable. They didn't miss a beat. My family enjoyed the seafood pasta (they said it was the best pasta dish they had on our entire 12 day trip through Florence, Venice, Scandicci and Rome).

    Best balsamic I've ever had!
    Kyle K.

    Exceeded all expectations. Everything we ordered was delicious, but in particular, the ossobucco was amazing and not available much outside of Tuscany. Florentine steak is consumed rare - if you don't like it that way, order something else. Service was attentive and friendly. Tables are tight and volume can get loud, but still felt romantic for my wife and me. Expect to spend roughly €100/person.

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    Kate M.

    This was our second time at Buca Mario. The first time was 2016. It was just as wonderful in 2025. The food and service are impeccable. We had the Florentine steak, lasagna, ossobuco and torta Della Nona. Be forewarned - the steak is served rare. Not rare like in the US. Rare like a good steak house where it's still cool in the middle. It was delicious and just melts in your mouth. The lasagna was to die for! Book a table in advance of your trip. You won't regret it.

    Florentine steak for 2
    Jazzy S.

    We were super excited to try this place, after hearing many great things. We found out that this establishment has been run by the same family since the 1800s! We had a reservation for a group of 4 and were seated right away. The staff was all very friendly, and the service was superb. - Bruschetta (4.5/5): So fresh, delicious, all you could want and more. - Charcuterie (5/5): Good portion size to share. Comes with cured meats and cheeses. We asked for bread on the side. - Fresh pasta (5/5): Best pasta. The pasta in Italy is so amazing and yummy, especially here . They make everything so fresh and so flavorful. It is delicious; it needs a minimal amount of sauce. The meat was perfect too. - Lasagna (5/5): Some of the best lasagna in Italy. I love this place. - Florentine steak for 2 (4/5): The steak we ordered rare, and it was delicious. I had pretty high expectations after hearing great things about the steak. It was cooked well. The only thing, because it was so large, I feel like it wasn't seasoned as well with the huge pieces. But still yummy. - Potatoes, and mushrooms (4/5): These were tasty. We were so full at this point we didn't have much of them.

    T-bone steak

    Unforgettable Dinner -- Best T-Bone Steak in Florence! Hands down, the best T-bone steak I've ever had--perfectly cooked, incredibly flavorful, and melt-in-your-mouth tender. We also tried the ravioli, which was rich and delicate, and Grandma Isabella's lasagna... wow. That dish alone is worth flying back for! What made the evening even more special was our amazing server, Barbato--warm, attentive, and made us feel right at home. His recommendations were spot on and his hospitality truly elevated the whole experience. If you're in Florence and want an authentic Tuscan meal, Buca Mario is a must. We'll absolutely be back!

    It's our second time and the food is amazing along with the service. My daughter's pasta dishes were outstanding. The ambiance was great except for some fellow countrymen causing a scene about their steak not being cooked to their liking. The waiter outdid himself to make us comfortable. Truly lovely night

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    Service, atmosphere, food all a great big two thumbs up. We broke our own rule and ate here twice during our stay. Great place!

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    Best steak I've ever had. Hope you like your steak rare because that's how they cook it. But it melts in your mouth.

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    Awesome place. Enjoyed the food and service was top notch a must go. Share this place with others

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    La Carabaccia - Anelli e tentacoli di calamaro scottato, asparagi freschi, citronette alla senape e timo

    La Carabaccia

    4.4(39 reviews)
    0.6 kmStazione Ferroviaria Santa Maria Novella
    €€€

    We came here two nights in a row because it was that good!…read more Everything we had here was fresh and full of flavors, but the two that stood out were the artichoke spaghetti and the tiramisu. With such simple ingredients, they were able to create such memorable and delicious dishes that we keep talking about long after the trip. The staff was very welcoming and friendly, and even recognized us on our second night. We look forward to visiting them again someday!

    If you are in Florence, this place is one of my favorite establishments. Food here is fantastic!…read moreAll three items we ordered displayed restraint, flavor forward, and a continuous yearning for the next bite. Special highlight to the Artichoke Spaghetti. As we switched our plates back and forth, I kept looking forward to the next bite of this dish. This indicates that quality of this dish alone. Paired with the Pino Grigio, wow... combination hit all the notes. Service was exceptional. While we did come 1.5hours before closing and noticed the tires looked on the staffs, they were such a trooper and carried on as it was their mission. Such dedication to their craft is commendable. Interior is quaintly decorated with rustic charm. White table cloth service elevated this establishment quite well. Paired with great food, service, and charm... this is an exceptional restaurant. Great job team. You guys are amazing!

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    La Carabaccia - Insalatina di seppie su letto di rucola, patate lesse, sedano e carote in cruditè

    Insalatina di seppie su letto di rucola, patate lesse, sedano e carote in cruditè

    La Carabaccia - Enchanting, beautiful and unique wine cellar for private dining events!

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    Enchanting, beautiful and unique wine cellar for private dining events!

    Trattoria Zà Zà

    Trattoria Zà Zà

    4.2(1.7k reviews)
    0.6 kmSanta Maria Novella
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    Delicious food, amazing restaurant Take reservations ( very…read morerecommended to reserve) The staff are very friendly and nice. And the price very very reasonable.

    Looking for a place to eat, found this gem and realized I wanted to try it. Everyone had told us…read moredinner reservations were a MUST here, but didn't think about it. Not many places actually have yelp reviews, but this one had so many with great feedback. The food looked amazing. When we arrived we thought they were closed, but that is because they moved to a bigger restaurant a few doors down. When we arrived at the front, the gentleman asked if we had reservations, which we didn't. He directed us to the line with no reservations. The line was a bit long, but doubled in size almost immediately. It also started pouring rain during this time and we were ALL getting drenched even with an umbrella. The non reservation line was not really moving unless people left the line. We waited a good hour. As we inched closer and closer, the lines were now both outrageous and getting seated seemed like a distant memory. The staff came out and gave out Sangria and Bread bites to help those in line feel welcome. We did finally get seated and we were so glad we waited, it was worth it! We ordered the Spaghetti Carbonara, the lobster spaghettini and the chicken breast with roasted potatoes. We also ordered sangria. Everything was so good and our total was 83 €. Prices were unbelievable! We were amazed at the quality, the service and how large the restaurant they relocated to was. It was like a well oiled machine. The food coming out quickly and efficiently. I will 100% be back if I return to Florence!

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    The African zoo room

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    His and hers

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    La Buchetta - Linguine in clam sauce

    La Buchetta

    4.8(322 reviews)
    1.0 kmDuomo
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    Wow, this place is amazing. Our waiter was very friendly and he was super hilarious. He made jokes…read moreand it enlightened the room. He provided us with excellent service. We ordered the 2.6 lb dry aged Florentine steak and gnocchi. The Florentine steak is a must try steak here. It was very juicy, tender, and it was bursting with flavor. The meat was nice and chewy. The steak was gigantic and it is bigger than my head. They first bring out the raw steak and weight it in front of you. The steak is enough to share for three people. The gnocchi was also very delicious. It was cheesy and rich. It was also in a way creamy and the cheese just melted in your mouth. One of the best things I've ever put in my mouth and eaten. The cheesecake is very famous in this restaurant. We tried it and understand why. The cheesecake was super creamy and soft. I had a great time and experience here. Definitely will be back sometime soon hopefully. This is a place I highly recommend to everyone. Come and try it out for yourselves.

    In a town of Bistecca alla fiorentina, this restaurant was recommended to us and it delivered…read more The gnocchi was a fantastic way to start our meal. Creamy and spicy, only if you mix in the hot parts. They come to table and weigh the meat in front of you so you know what you're paying for. It is cooked rare or medium rare. This is NOT like steakhouses in NYC. In its own category. It was presented with melting bone marrow, sea salt and cut off the bone. Extremely flavorful and tender. My only issue is that the fat doesn't render and there was silverskin in some pieces making it inedible, plus you've paid for this by weight. Great attentive service by Nick

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    La Buchetta - A gigantic cork arched walkway. All corks came from wine opened here.

    A gigantic cork arched walkway. All corks came from wine opened here.

    La Buchetta
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    Buca Mario - tuscan - Updated August 2026

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