Worth the tourist trap line. We went around 11:45 and got our food 30 minutes later. There are…read moreactually two stores next to each other so you can get in either line! We got the Tuscana after seeing many people recommending it on Yelp - nice work y'all! It was delicious. All their ingredients are clearly fresh including their bread. We also asked for them to cut our sandwich in half and it was just right for two people.

Fresh baked bread out of the oven…read more The sandwich is a pretty good size! If you ask the workers they will cut it in half for you! With that being said, ate half of the sandwich and felt so full. I saw many people order just one for themselves and not finishing it. Ordered the Italiano and it was perfect packed with fresh ingredients!!! Would return back when I return to Florence one day! Restaurant is super chill and casual with seating. There's even free restrooms to use which was a nice bonus!

Another excellent spot we tried in Florence. We were greeted as soon as we walked in and seated…read moreimmediately. The staff was very friendly and our waiter was Nugo. He was awesome and had us laughing the entire night. We peppered him with a lot of questions about the menu, he answered everything and also accommodated my father-in-law, who is GF. He had his own GF bread basket and was able to order almost anything on the menu. We ordered a nice bottle of Montepulciano red for the table that was $48. Others had the Hugo spritz. For app I had the anchovies with roasted red pepper, sea salt and oil over grilled crostini, very good. I skipped first course and ordered the ribeye steak for my main course. Bone in, medium rare, sprinkled with sea salt and a side of onion marmalade. The steak was very good and had way less fat than I expected. The waiter suggested a huge steak for the table, but I was the only one ordering steak that night. Maybe next time. Others ordered the fillet and it was cooked perfectly, the angels and demons gnocchi, and the veal scallopini. Everybody was pleased Really cool spot with a very good wine selection, drinks, excellent food and a fun atmosphere that you don't find at many places. Nugo was an A+ server.

Fyi there are two locations, make sure you go to the correct one (only two blocks apart)…read more Wonderful, laid back but inviting ambiance. Waiter was super friendly, taking time to explain their wines in detail and food options. They even have a kids menu with sizeable portions for older kids. We all thoroughly enjoyed our meal, and it was definitely the best wine we had with meals in Florence. Gnocchi and wild boar taglietelle were outstanding. Had we had come earlier in our stay we might have come back again They also do a wine window which I wish I'd known about earlier because the other one we tried for fun was not good

This review is long overdue for our visit back in November of 2024. I was looking up Nduja recipe…read moreand reminded myself this was the place that initiated my love for Nduja sauce. American/Aussie owned bakery brunch spot by the river, such a cute little eatery. We loved our visit and though it's definitely more of a touristy spot, as most customers spoke English, the food was delicious to forgo the tourist trappy vibes. We shared a plate and added some items as we didn't want to get too stuffed on our first day of Florence. We had the Nduja Eggs plate with bacon and avocado added. Nduja is a spicy Calabrian pepper spreadable pork sauce, and oh boy was it so flavorful. If I remembered correctly, Melaleuca spread this sauce on top of a fried bread and eggs. I don't see it on the menu at the moment and it's probably a rotatable dish... but it definitely kicked started my hunt for the sauce. Since this is a spreadable pork, it's not something I could bring back to the US but I was able to find it online back home. The service was amazing and the beverages were delicious. Like many Italian places, the dining room is small and bathroom is a single small room that might require a small wait if they're busy. Didn't get to try their baked goods this last time, but definitely on our list to go back for more when we're back to Florence for a visit.

A gem Just around the corner from Our air bnb. Stopped in on…read moreour last day here (should have sooner!) delicious brunch and carrot cake! Oh and the mimosa!! Nice to have a real brunch, not just coffee and croissant. Service was great and the place was busy but not loud. Can't speak highly enough. Go u won't be sorry!

Our very first night in Florence we walked and walked and did a yelp search and found this amazing…read moregem. The Florentine steak for even a very little meat eater like my husband was delicious and he could not rave more about it and now that we're back in the US. He is telling everybody about it. I had the most delicious morellino wine and the service was friendly and easy. It's a small space but cozy warm and you won't regret going. It was one of our more memorable meals and restaurants during our Florence and Tuscany trip.

This small restaurant served us a great dinner. We stumbled upon it while walking around Florence…read more It's near Ponte Alle Grazie. We were immediately seated but almost left. Our waitress was impatient and prickly. But we decided to stay and were glad we did. By the end of the meal her attitude had done a 180 and she was smiling, joking, and sharing stories. I guess we walked in at a bad moment for her. We both had a very good glass of chianti classico, chosen from a wine list posted on the restaurant wall. I enjoyed a very good gnocchi with pachino tomato and ricotta cheese. My wife got the Florentine steak. I had a few bites and thought it was delicious yet below my expectations. An Americano topped off the meal. A very relaxing and decent choice for dinner in Florence.

The place is small so just be prepared to be elbow with elbow with others. Everyone was friendly…read moreand helpful. Other clients and staff alike. The food was amazing. The charcuterie board was big enough to share with 3 but also depends of how much you eat. lol portions tend to be smaller in Italy. However, the sandwich was a nice size. All the cold cuts were fresh and taste was another level. A nice list of wine selection as well.

We stumbled upon this location while finding our way around Florence. We were excited to sit down…read moreand enjoy a beautiful cheeseboard here due to the fact that they had so many amazing meats and cheeses behind the counter. The staff was knowledgeable on all the different meats and cheeses available and were able to make recommendations based on what you prefer. We ordered a beautiful looking cheeseboard that had a variety of different hard cheeses along with different meats. The presentation was beautiful and we very much enjoyed the entire thing. It is very cool to see the different meat hanging from the ceiling in addition to the wine bottles and the cool ambience that they created in the small location. There are a handful of seats available and then there's even a back room with a few more tables to accommodate a few more people. From a price point perspective, it wasn't too bad, especially if you're swinging in for a snack and a quick glass of wine or a beer.

We had booked a private driver for our first trip into Florence (highly recommend) and was directed…read moreto a great street cafe in front of the Piazza Santa Croce. Like most typical cafes, offers indoor or outdoor seating with great views of the plaza activities. At the recommendation of our driver, ordered the lasagna, a wild boar ragu, pear ravioli dish, and a couple appetizers. The buffalo burrata was outstanding being adorned with a healthy amount of black truffles, the lasagna was delicious with a rich meat sauce, and my wild boar was served with home made pappardelle pasta which was just as tender and tasty as any slow braised beef you have had. Like most European restaurants, service was friendly and relaxed checking in after courses to see if any additional menu items are needed.

I was very pleased with the lunch at Boccadama. Last minute reference to Yelp…read more The pasta was delicious, the orrichette with broccoli and toasted breadcrumb was simple yet perfectly executed. The carbonara was a solid rendition. Very reasonable and service was excellent.

Good napoli pizza for a reasonable price especially so close to the Basillica. The pesto pizza was…read moreawesome

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!

We really enjoyed our dinner at La Fettunta! I had seen it on a couple of recommendations lists,…read morebut after our B&B host suggested it, we walked over and easily got a table when they opened for dinner (because no one eats as early as we do apparently). The servers are so nice and funny here. We really enjoyed our server particularly, but everyone was kind. I had gone back and forth all day about whether I wanted to try the Florentine steak, but I'm glad that we did. It was gorgeously cooked and well seasoned. The sides of potatoes and spinach were also stellar - I eat a lot of potatoes and those were at the top of my list. Highly recommend, and get the steak. It's cheaper here than other places also!

Found this on Trip Advisor. Had a glass of prosecco with my tagliatelle for lunch. Intimate place…read more The pasta tasted fresh and hearty. Generous meat sauce. Reasonable prices. Would recommend

Great little spot for a casual dinner in an otherwise touristy area. The truffle pasta special was…read moreso good.

We checked with a hotel employee for a good recommendation for pasta and he said he liked this…read moreplace. It was delicious. Some of the best bruschetta I've tasted! The service was great. We sat by the doors that open into the streets. It was fun to people watch while dining. We had the asparagus & bruschetta appetizers. For dinner I tried the tomato risotto and my husband the truffle pasta. We both enjoyed our entrees. We did not have room for dessert. The only negative was their bread. It could use a little salt in the dough. Maybe it's just an American thing.

Stopped by here for some morning coffee to go with our food. Ditta Artigianale is a popular cafe in…read moreFlorence, so it's quite busy. They have an outdoor window for coffee orders so we opted to order there. I decided to try one of their signature coffees and went with the Persian Love. This drink includes pistachio, latte, espresso, rose and hibiscus syrup. I thoroughly enjoyed it and it satisfied the coffee cravings!

Such a cute spot. We loved starting our mornings with delicious cappuccinos from the takeout…read morewindow. This place has oat milk for those who can't partake in dairy! Fun experience waiting in the quaint street for your hot coffee, I imagine it gets very busy in tourist season. We didn't eat here but coffee was all we needed. Baristas are very friendly and speak good english, clearly well prepared for the American filling the streets here.