There are so many choices to choose from. I found a business that had mostly locals having lunch…read more I ordered a tomato pasta, a side of tripe, vegetables and potatoes. The portions are a good size , I finished the tripe and vegetables. Ate half of the pasta and potatoes. The service was quick and very effective. They have tables and chairs for their customers to set, enjoy their lunch and beer or wine.

Located in the San Lorenzo district, just a few minutes' walk from the main train station of Santa…read moreMaria Novella), Mercato Centrale is a vibrant food hall experience housed in a historic market building (very similar to the Time Out Market franchise across Europe). From the outside, it looks like a grand, iron-and-glass structure typical of European markets; inside, it opens into a bustling, multi-level space filled with food vendors, communal tables, and constant movement. The vibe is energetic, social, and slightly chaotic in a fun way - perfect for grazing, group dining, or trying multiple cuisines in one visit (from Italian to American to Mexican!). We stopped in for a quick lunch at around 2pm on a Wednesday; there was plenty of seating at high-top tables, and QR codes on paper menus make it easy to explore all the different food vendor options. It's also a fun activity to peruse the market, taking in different sights, smells, and flavors. All of us ended up opting for Schiacciatas (large Italian sandwiches that are a staple in Florence) from Massimiliano Parri, which all ended up ranging from €10-12, depending on toppings - yes, it's more expensive than what you'd get from a traditional schiacciateria, but you're also paying for the market's location and convenience. We appreciated the fact that they shave the meat right in front of you! My schiacciata came with freshly shaved ham atop crusty white bread, slathered with burrata cheese, and sprinkled with arugula and figs (I opted for no additional olive oil, since I found the ham quite rich already). I loved the contrast of textures and flavors, though I will say that the bread ended up cutting the roof of my mouth! All in all, Mercato Centrale is a bit touristy, but still miles better (and cheaper) than most "Italian" sandwich places you'd find in the US (pro tip: save your receipt for free use of their bathrooms). The variety can't be beaten, prices are reasonable for a central market, and it's steps from some of Florence's most iconic spots.

came here based on the yelp reviews. Location is in a weird parking lot adjacent area. lots of cars…read moredriving by. this was upsetting for my mother. she asked to sit more inside away from cars driving by, her concern was for dirt/pollution. the outside area was cute, elevated, great breeze. the wait staff were welcoming and nice. Only got an eh face when we unordered the fanta. the margherita pizza was GREAT. crust beats Eataly. a little stingy on the basil rigatoni with ragu: red sauce, yummy the fettucine with ragu: different sauce. also yummy bruschetta, fresh, slightly burnt bread, would've liked more basil. not sure if there was any basil or if it was supposed to have basil... would definitely eat here again.

Wow definitely coming back before I leave Definitely try the Spaghetti with tomato and basil, the…read morebruschetta and the pizza with spicy pepperoni (diavola) I ate everything it it was delicious , The host or owner is hilarious as well such a great 1st experience here in Florence

Quick recap: - Food: Tasty…read more- Portion size: Large - Service: Average - Environment: Large restaurant with outdoor seating - $: Average to good - Perks: N/A Overall? Great pizzas, ok staff. Nice outdoor patio. More details: Went there for dinner. Ordered the Marita - 1/2 margherita and 1/2 marinara ($8). The pizza was very big and good. Highly recommend.

Best pizza I've ever had!! Definitely give this place a go…read more The pizzas are huge! The service was excellent. Good wine selection.

Great pizza, friendly service. These were Napoli or Neapolitan thin crust pizzas, and thin crust…read moreis my personal favorite. Easy to eat, easy to eat lots of slices with a focus on the toppings. We tried two to split amongst the four of us, their Pesto and their Cotto de Funghi. Both were excellent and both quickly disappeared. We had gotten a table inside to escape the brutal heat that has accompanied us on this vacation. We were all thirsty and kept grabbing drinks from their cooler, waving them in the air to staff so they could keep track. That created kind of a friendly bond for the short time we were there, just adding to our positive experience.

My friends are staying in Florence for 3 months for work and this is one of their favorite places…read moreto dine and I can see why. This is a Neopolitan style of pizza with its soft thin dough with a crispy bottom and chewy high edges. First off, they only serve pizza and drinks, so no salads, appetizers, pastas. But that's a good sign when you find a place that specializes in only one dish. We ordered the bufalo and added mushrooms and arugula, the marinara, and the salame. Actually the marinara was our favorite since you could taste the garlic and the oregano. We ate inside but they do have tables outside. They are even able to shape your pizza into a heart! Amore!!!! We met the owner Roberto and he was so friendly, his staff was great and our pizzas were served quickly! If you are craving pizza and want an intimate cozy restaurant with GREAT flavorful pizza, Pizza Napoli 1955 is a must stop!

One of the best restaurants I have ever been to! The family is amazing and their staff are part of…read morethat family. They were so friendly and kind and gave us trip advice and even made us a special drink. We saw Ciro on instagram and thought we'd try his restaurant! We didn't expect to eat here 3 times in 2 days!! Thank you Ciro and Sons and thank you Alex! You guys made our trip to Florence magical

Fun and high energy restaurant. Loved the food and service. Good selection of dishes in addition to…read moretheir wonderful pizzas. Very friendly staff (thanks, Alessandro for a great meal). Even got to meet Giuseppe and his son. Make reservations as it's busy but worth it.

Great service and the best pizza we ate in Florence and Rome. There was a little line when we got…read morethere but it didn't take long to get a table; definitely worth the wait!

Nothing crazy but pizza is GOOD pizza!…read more Tried a handful of pizza spots honeymooning with wife. We've been married for 15 days and we love LOVE pizza. Excavating pizza together has been so fun and Gusta Pizza sits in our top ten as of today!

We had no plans for what to do for dinner the night we went to Fuoco Matto. It was right next door…read moreto our hotel and thought we would just give it a try. What great luck, we got in, we were seated and were immediately served some great wine (total teaser). The wait staff was very tolerant of our English. The place was not too noisy. We could speak easily and I could definitely hear everyone at the table with ease. My friend and I split the ravioli and a steak. It was the perfect combination. The ravioli sauce was excellent with the ravioli but when the steak was dipped into the sauce THAT was absolute perfection. Seriously, this was a great combination. My husband enjoyed a rigatoni dish which he thoroughly enjoyed and my son had the rib eye which he never offered to share. For dessert we split the tiramisu. This was a HUGE portion and we enjoyed it thoroughly especially with the lemon cello which was served to us complimentary after our meal. I would definitely return to this lovely restaurant if I am ever in Florence again.

Service was outstanding with a party of 16. We sat in a private room which resembled a wine…read morecellar. I ordered the Rib Eye, medium knowing in Italy, it usually comes out rare to medium rare. My streak came out rare. It was a bit chewy for me due to the rareness. However, it was tasty.

Ambience service and food were absolutely amazing!! Andrea was so friendly and greeted us…read moreimmediately and even held to bring our luggage in the restaurant and seated us next to a window. The banana caramel pancakes and the omelette and yogurt with fruit and granola and cappuccinos were something that you would eat at a five star restaurant! The relaxed, ambience and the staff were so friendly. So glad we found this gem.

Visiting Florence for the weekend and I'm so happy we stopped here. It's a true Neapolitan style…read morepizza, but add the stuffed ricotta crust, it's truly amazing.

Perfect and delicious. Family run, momma, papa, and daughter, Nina…read more From the amazing pizza to the homemade Lemonchello, this place is the best!

This is a family owned restaurant, dad is managing the fire roasted pizza oven and daughter is…read morewaiting the tables. I believe mom is the kitchen chef. Darling small patio and a cozy feel , with a few indoor tables too. There were locals eating here, not just tourists, and with good reason! The food and service were excellent. We were delighted! We did make s reservation, not sure if that's always needed but it's worth planning for. Our only critique that night was the music which was a little too electric rock that night for our taste. We attributed it to the one crabbier member of the family, an adult son who appeared to be unhappily stuck on dish duty that night and perhaps wanted to be out galavanting instead. It felt like part of real life in Italy and did not detract from an excellent food experience. And make sure to have their delicious panna cotta fir dessert, which I verified that mama made. It was exquisite!

Visit this restaurant twice on my visit. Lazanai and pizza each time calamari food was great.. the…read morecustomer service was out standing. Though the second visit it was slower then molasses. The restaurant had out decorations.

Bondi Le Focaccine is a great little spot to grab a quick lunch while walking around Florence. It's…read moreright by the market area with all the leather vendors, so it's definitely in a very touristy and busy part of town. The place itself is pretty small, with maybe eight tables or so. They serve a bunch of different focaccia sandwiches with cheeses, meats, spreads, and other toppings. They also have slices of pizza and other options that they'll heat up and turn into sandwiches for you. Everything we had was really good, especially for how inexpensive it was. The staff didn't seem to speak a ton of English, but it was still very easy to order, and the menu was simple enough for an English speaker to understand. Overall, it's a great little stopping point if you're walking around the market and want something cheap, quick, and good. Nothing fancy, but exactly what you want from a little focaccia shop in Florence.