We loved Ciro and Sons so much we went back 3, maybe 4 times during our 5 days in Florence. And we don't tend to repeat restaurants.... I am gluten and dairy free, and I had so much to choose from! The best salad I had in all of Europe, delicious GF bread/flatbread/garlic bread, and pasta with vegan pesto YUM. No one else in my family is GF but everyone else enjoyed the good so much that THEY were the ones who suggested we return the 2nd and 3rd times. I'd read reviews about how their touristy or whatever, so I had planned to skip this restaurant. Fortunately we wound up here anyway because it was one of the culinary highlights. And they are so so friendly and lovely. We highly highly recommend them! read more

I could not rave enough about this restaurant! I was in Florence for 9 days and this is the only restaurant I went to more than once (other than gelato shops) because I loved it so much. First of all, if you think of American pizza when in Italian, you will not get that! I wouldn't even compare the two because they are two different foods. Anyways, this place is owned by a family from Naples (the home of Neapolitan pizza) and the sons work in the restaurant. The staff was incredible and friendly. Every time I went I got the Diavolo pizza which was tomato sauce, mozzarella, basil and spicy salami. If I could order this pizza all the way from Italy I would, it was delicious. I sat both inside and and outside and both settings were beautiful. Great location right next to the Medici chapel. Their tiramisu was also simple and delicious. Everything here is made with fresh, real ingredients and you can taste it. I can't wait to go back! read more

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I only give Ciro & Sons four stars because perfection doesn't exist in nature. When, in the historic center of Florence, you crave a real neopolitan pizza prepared according to the truest tradition, head for Ciro & Sons. The restaurant, housed in what was the residence of the 16th century Pope Clement VIII, is located just next door to the Medici Chapels and a holler from the San Lorenzo market. But it's not the location that's important - it's the food and he warm welcome you're always sure to get from Ciro and his big family. This is more than a pizzeria - Ciro serves neopolitan and tuscan specialties, the best in San Lorenzo. Service is warm and friendly, with a real family feeling. In the warm weather, you can sit outside and watch the world go by. And here's something special for coeliacs - Ciro has a totally gluten free menu! read more

This spot was one of my favorites throughout our Italy trip. One of the best pizzas I ate! While service at most Italian restaurants is not expected this place went above and beyond. They were so friendly and took pride in getting to know their customers while serving delicious food and drinks! read more

Best gluten free calzone I've ever had. Even my boyfriend who is not gluten intolerant thought it was delicious. It was so good I asked to meet the chef so I could tell him that he was a miracle worker. Highly recommend for anyone gluten intolerant travelers in Florence. read more

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Fun waiter and good food! I am gluten free and we had a lactose intolerant person in our group and we both had plenty of options. I got a yum pizza and bruschetta it was great. Doesn't really feel like the most authentic italian felt more commercial but it was still lovely! read more

Bellisimo! Wow! The best pizza ever and it was gluten free. Thank you! Thank you! Even incredible gluten free lasagna! And incredible wines including Masi Amarone at reasonable prices Call ahead to book your gluten free pizza. Worth it! read more

Best pizza and meal ever! We had an amazing steak Florentine along with some delicious pesto pasta and different pizzas. Many gluten free options (pizza, pasta ) which is super helpful when traveling with gluten free and celiac people. This place felt very authentic to me and the servers were friendly and spoke English well which was great for being an American in Italy. read more

Absolutely delicious lunch! We originally came here because one of my friends is gluten free and they're known to have many options. The decor inside is fancy and upscale feeling, but the prices are inexpensive and very affordable. A large chandelier on the ceiling was a beautiful touch. I got the artichoke tart with was loaded with flavor, tiny but very filling. Surrounded by fresh greens that were certainly not the "throw away" salad many restaurants offer. My friend also enjoyed her gluten free pasta, and, as a gluten-lover, and can even say that it was very close to the real thing. I'll definitely be coming back to try more of the menu! read more

Ciro & Sons - Delicate Artichoke tart with grilled veggies and greens - Italian Near Me - Florence, FI

Celiacs REJOICE! This is where you want to eat in Florence. We had great service and the waiter was so nice. When I told him I couldn't believe his delicious food was gluten free, he even brought out a bag of the flour they use to bake the bread (best gluten free bread I've ever tasted!) to show me. If I can, I'll try to find the picture of the bag I took and post it here. Almost everything on the menu could be made gluten free. Both our meals were excellent and there was no wait to get in and sit down. Wonderful! read more

Absolutely fantastic restaurant in the center of Florence with top notch gluten free pizza and pasta. I am not celiac but my partner is. We shared pizza and pasta and there would be no way to tell either are gf. Pizza was one of the best gf or not. Great staff. Reasonable prices. read more

Ciro & Sons - Italian Near Me - Florence, FI

If you're looking for an Americanized experience, this is your place. Of the two dozens of restaurants in Italy we've been to, never has a restaurant brought us our bill before we asked. They barely took our plates, asked if we wanted dessert and once we said "No" they brought us the check without us finishing our drinks. Unacceptable! The pizza was ok. They were known for their Napoleon style pizza. It was above average. Crust was good, but because they sliced the pizza it became soggy really fast. For those looking for an authentic experience , Italians don't serve their pizzas sliced! And after rude service and average food, your bill includes an automatic 15% gratuity. Certainly not a problem if they deserved it, but not in this case! read more

Highly recommend this restaurant for anyone passing through Florence whether you are gluten free or not, food is incredibly good. My wife and I ate there three times this last visit and tried a variety of dishes everything was well prepared and exceptionally good. read more

An amazing meal. The ravioli is to die for!!!! I highly recommend the steak, pizza, and lobster with spaghetti. 5 stars all the way!!! Come here for an amazing food experience. The variety of gluten-free items is amazing!! Thank you Ciro & Sons!! read more

If you love steak, and you happen to be near this place, go. One of the regional specialties is a huge plate of meat called the bistecca fiorentina, or steak florentine. If you don't know what it is, it's a huge cut of meat. Tipping over the Flintstones' car huge. I had it made badly at another place, and wanted to give the dish a second chance of redemption at this restaurant. It did not disappoint. read more

This was the best restaurant we visited in Florence. The food was delicious! I'm gluten free and my husband is vegan... and that is not easy to manage in Italy. Their gluten free pizza was amazing... the best I've ever had. They have vegan, vegetarian and gluten free options on the menu. The staff was incredibly friendly. On our way out we had a lovely conversation with Giuseppe, one of the "sons". Ciro & Sons will be the first place we go when we return to Florence. read more

Great service, food and reasonable prices. The Gluten Free food was excellent. We sat on the patio and enjoyed a late dinner. read more

Ciro & Sons - Exterior view - Italian Near Me - Florence, FI

This was my absolute favorite restaurant in all of Florence and one of my favorite in Italy. They have a great outdoor patio, attentive service, and a prime location right near the center of town. You can get to it quickly from the train station on your way to the Duomo. They serve Bistecca alla Florentina, the local Florentine specialty. We did not get it because you have to get a minimum amount of steak. It was far too much for the two of us. If you are with a group of people, it would be a great share dish. Since we didn't get the bistecca, we opted for a steak served with a balsamic cream sauce and strawberries. It was delicious! We also had the gnocci with fresh mozzerella....best pasta dish I had in Italy. So yummy! For dessert we had the most delicious tiramisu ever. I cannot recommend this restaurant enough! read more

For a family traveling with a son with Celiac Disease, this place is a godsend. Everything on the menu can be made gluten free. Pizza, pasta, tiramisu. Plus, gluten free bread. And, the food was amazing. A must stop in Florence whether or not you are gluten free. read more

Hands down the best pizza in Florence. The pesto pasta was also amazing. The service was even better, Giuseppe, our waiter and son of Ciro, was very personable and a great host. We came back the next day for lunch and had the pizza again. Highly recommend read more

Best tiramisu that we got in Firenze! The ladyfingers were so soaked in coffee that it dripped, and the portion was enough for me and my sister. Their Florentine steak was also amazing; we got the smaller steak cut off the bone, and the presentation and taste were excellent. The wait staff was also courteous and helpful. Definitely drop in for a visit! read more

If your looking for a spot to grab some great tasting fine dining Italian food... this is definitely the place to go! we didn't even realize the pizza was gluten free, it was so tasty! recommend going here if ever in the area, very great service as well. read more

One of my favorite restaurants in Florence. I've been there on 4 times in various years and they are still very consistent. Their pasta dishes are very good and they are reasonably priced. read more

We were here twice in 3 days in April 2018. The first time we were sitting outside (fantastic people watching spot) and the second time we were inside (a bit livelier). I got the gluten free (senza glutine) 4 cheese pizza the first time and - frankly - it might have been the best gluten free pizza I've ever had. The second time I got the gluten free Lasagne alla Bolognese and it was also very delicious! The service here is fantastic and those olives that they bring out as a free starter are SO GOOD. I could eat just a giant jar of those olives for dinner (I assume this is frowned upon, yes?). They also brought out some regular table bread and some gluten free table bread for us to enjoy. For what you're getting and the location, the prices are actually really reasonable. In high tourist season, it would probably be a good idea to make reservations as this place is famous in Florence for its gluten free food. They also had many lactose free options. read more

I don't like surprise charges on my bill, particularly when it's 2€/ person and the waiter attributes it to "cuperto" when the menu clearly states 15% service fee. Otherwise the pizza was good (we had the Diavolo), but their Greek salad had some mysterious mayo dressing, corn, and red radicchio. Ambiance was nice too, but I'm still taking stars off for mystery charges to Americans (we didn't even get the customary olives with bread). read more

We ordered two pizzas and two drinks - I got one of the specialty pies with a large piece of buffalo mozzarella in the middle and my bf got the four cheese pizza. Flavors were good but my pizza was just incredibly wet if that makes sense. The toppings were just sliding all over the place and it was nearly impossible to cut as the middle was quite soggy. The bf's looked a little more solid. I guess it's a good option if you have a fake gluten allergy like 40% of the population at this time. read more

I like this place. Nice casual dining spot. Really nice outdoor seating area. It's typical sidewalk location, but with some decor, cushioned seating and a bit of a barrier from the rest of the streetscape. The place is a little Americanized, but the food is still fantastic. Great service as well. I didn't order from the menu... just had the waiter suggest something for me. He took the instruction to the kitchen and they made a very good pappardelle/sauce/protein combo. I loved it. I saw the Bistecca Fiorentina going to another table, and was a little bummed I didn't order it. It looked and smelled amazing - yes, I am a food creeper. If you're in the neighborhood, Ciro is a terrific option. I don't know that I'd cross town to get to it, but it's a solid play if you're in the area. read more

They really aren't lying when they say they make the worlds best gluten free pizza. It is so good! They also have lactose free cheese that you can get which was really good. They have several gluten free desserts along with a lactose and gluten free cheesecake which is amazing. Their pizza and desserts are unbelievable, however, their pasta is nothing special. Definitely recommend going, just stick to pizza! read more

This was a pleasant surprise for us - the calzone has to be one of the best I've ever had! Their minestrone soup was also quite delicious. Service was pleasant and they were on top to ensure all that we ordered was correct. As for dessert we had the cheesecake and the tiramisu, the cheesecake was ok... the tiramisu was delicious. I'm giving a five star rating based for what we paid, this was very reasonable and really good food. read more

My husband and I and our friends found this restaurant behind a pub. The atmosphere and decor is stunning. Our server Alessandro was very informative and helpful. Also if you would like a suggestion on wines to accompany your dinner you will not find a better restaurant in the city. As a side review, our dessert server Mercedes was friendly, funny and talented. read more

Ciro & Sons - Italian Near Me - Florence, FI

Ciro & Sons was recommended to me as "so good it will make you cry." So of course I had to try it out on my visit to Florence last week. In all honesty it was that good, but I didn't cry, LOL. I was with at group of friends and we ended up going there three nights for dinner. Yes three nights and each time the meal was very good and our waiter, Guiseppe was happy to see us each time. The first time and second time I went I ordered the pear and cheese ravioli. Delish!!and the third time I order the lasagna. Everyone at my table each night really enjoyed their dishes. Also, I would say, if you want a piece of tiramisu it goes fast. Let the waiter know when you order your food to make sure and save you a piece. It was so fresh! read more

Ciro & Sons - The best pear and cheese ravioli ever! - Italian Near Me - Florence, FI

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We came into Florence with no preconceived notions... or plans. We wandered over to Ciro & Sons and felt like we'd won the lottery immediately. Attentive, friendly, warm and welcoming would be a quick summation of the wait staff. They also recommended the best bottle of wine I've ever experienced and a meal to match. Nothing pretentious or off-putting. A great meal with some even better vino. Thank you & Sons for making our vacation in a single meal! read more

This place is amazing! Family run by the brothers which I love:). Gluten free options are delicious, a plenty and the staff is attentive and friendly. We enjoyed several meals here as a family on our trip to Florence! We will be back read more

If I could give more than 5 stars I would. Words or pics or reviews won't do the food or the service or the cute staff justice...honestly. I'm really sensitive to gluten, but not celiac....and just before my sister and I came here for dinner, I threw a mega adult tantrum. I felt like I was compromising me eating in Italy, and finding anything other than wine and penne-GF pasta was impossible. Then..this wonderful restaurant happened. The kitchen, cooking technique and surfaces and prep staff are all separate for GF orders.my sister (NOT GF ) and I ate so much!!!I had artichoke PASTRY,RAVIOLI,and the best PIZZA I've ever had. The table next to us, a member was Italian l, ordered the GF bolognese...and he couldn't tell the difference!!! The table next to us ate there multiple times while in florence. The restaurant has GF tiramisu/cheesecake/crepe with nutella /creme brulee and more desserts. I ate so much I had to skip the desert lol!!!we ordered pizza to go for breakfast for our train ride to Rome the next day. My sis left her card in the folder and we were down the street and one of the sons ran us down to give it to us!!nice but not everyone would do it!****additional Un biased opinion....we ran into a mother of a child with celiac who was leaving the restaurant, and they said it was amazing and had eaten there multiple times***. I waited to write a review because I had to see how my tummy felt.....great BTW. come here..it's family owned and fantastic food and great service....absolutely perfect. read more

I had a business dinner at Ciro & Sons where I had the lasagna. Never have I had such a delicious meal! I've come back several nights this week to enjoy it over and over again. read more

Ciro & Sons - Lasagna with meat - Italian Near Me - Florence, FI

We saw the restaurant pack with people, so we just gave it a try. What a good bet. As the names describe, the restuarant is family run. The sons is running around servicing guest. Staff are super friendly. Romantic ambience. Food is delicious. I have pizza, best pizza I ate in Italy. The crust is paper thin and full of topping. After pizza, i still hv room for something else. Lasagna is delicious. Love it love it...... read more

Ciro & Sons - Ciro's family - Italian Near Me - Florence, FI

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This restaurant serves delicious Pizza and Pasta. We ordered the gnocchi, pesto pasta, Spaghetti Carbonara and a pizza. The service was friendly. The portions are a little smaller than what we are used to. read more

Had the alfredo. Amazing! Wine was a little pricey but still great! Highly recommend.

Excellent, excellent gluten-free pizza. I mean, the best I've ever had. And tons of other great gluten-free choices. Probably the best place in Florence to go for g-f. Excellent wines, too. Nice historical atmosphere. The only downside was the service charge. 15%. That makes this restaurant a bit pricier than it should be, really. It seems like more of a local place, which usually don't have these servizio charges as tourist places do. I think a lot of folks go here for the g-f food--there is also a charge for that. So it's a tossup: if you need g-f, prepare to pay a lot more than you would in some other places, but also, you won't get glutened. read more

The pear and cheese ravioli is to die for. Seriously. Order it. The staff are also really friendly and we felt taken care of. Highly recommend! read more