I had an absolutely lovely lunch in this quaint restaurant hidden away in the Tuscan countryside…read more We had purchased a Groupon to try out something new and were pleasantly surprised! The restaurant is cozy and intimate, very Tuscan, very country. Nothing fancy but not too rustic either. We were there for lunch on a weekday and there were only a few other tables occupied which really actually surprised me given its secluded location in a very off-track part of Tuscany. I suppose the locals know of this place and they must make up the core of Il Convio's clientele. We had truffle and sausage tagliatelle, truffled gnocchi, various meat dishes, grilled vegetables and desserts. The recipes were simple, the presentation of the dishes was simple and the food was hearty and delicious. We were not disappointed! The service was a bit slow as there was only one person serving, taking orders and writing up the bill but it didn't bother us as we understand that on a quiet weekday, they can't have a full staff available. This is the go-to place for an authentic, homecooked Tuscan meal far off the beaten path. Although we went on a chilly cloudy autumn day, I can imagine that this place becomes amazing in the warmer months. They have vast green areas outdoors, a lovely garden with tables and lounge chairs. I'm thinking that many probably come here also to celebrate birthdays, anniversaries and other events. It's the ideal setting. I highly recommend this restaurant for anyone looking for a satisfying, unpretentious meal whipped up with fresh local ingredients!

The best restaurant I've been to in Florence by FAR. It's hidden in a garden with gorgeous lights…read moreand an amazing atmosphere. The restaurant itself is in a renovated greenhouse with lots of exotic plants throughout the restaurant. Great music and it is open until 2 am so the later it gets the more it turns into a club! The food was also incredible every single thing we got was 10/10 amazing. Great cocktails too and the owner was so sweet and gave us free drinks! Would highly highly recommend!

This place is a wonderful hidden garden! Great music, atmosphere, food, drinks and people! I love…read morelove this place!!

This place is perfect if you are looking to grab breakfast with the perfect view of the Duomo but…read morewithout the hustle bustle that Florence is all about. It is located on the top floor of the same building as the Museo degli Innocenti. We found it by chance roaming around the streets of Firenze. We went around 10 in the morning and we had it all to ourselves. We got a mocha, hot chocolate, a shot of espresso and a cornetto con crema and I was very pleased with the taste, quality and service.

Dropped by while waiting for a restaurant appointment, and it turns out they have really good…read moredrinks. Had music but just the perfect level to be able to hang out and talk with friends.

Apertivo is so much fun here. I was visiting friends who study abroad in florence and we would come…read morehere often. The atmosphere and service were above par! Very affordable. Super fun!

AMAZING!!!! Would give this 10 stars if we could!!…read more My wife & I thoroughly enjoyed our experience with Mirella and Stefano. It started with the both of them taking us on a tour of the Sant'Ambrogio food market, where they told us fascinating details about the market and vendors. This is where they picked up the ingredients for the menu we were to cook a bit later in the day. This market tour was a fascinating & entertaining way to start the experience! After the market, they drove us to their BEAUTIFUL home and gave us a tour of their home & lovely garden. This was such a thrill and further immersed us with Italian authenticity. We then got to cooking, during which my wife and I could not stop smiling. It started with two different forms of bruschetta, both of which turned out DELICIOUS. Then, we made handmade tagliatelle pasta with Tuscan ragu. WOW, just wow. The next thing we prepared for the menu was chicken cacciatore. Sooooo wonderful, tender, and flavorful. Finally, we prepared homemade tiramisu. It was every bit as tasty & amazing as it sounds! Throughout the food prepping and cooking, Mirella & Stefano gave us the perfect combination of talking us through it, assisting hands-on if needed, and informing us about the fascinating history behind each dish. The time passed so quickly, as we were having the time of our lives! When it came time to eat, Stefano served us each course. The food all came out INCREDIBLE and it was amongst the best meals we had throughout our entire week in Florence! Stefano & Mirella's kindness and courtesy made us feel like we were family. This was our first full day in Italy (our first experience in all of Europe, in fact!) and we can't stop talking about this experience. We get so welcomed & appreciated by Stefano and Mirella. We would highly recommend this experience to just about anybody, regardless of culinary interest. For all of the fascinating things you'll learn about Tuscan food & history, you'll also feel like you just had an amazing get-together with new friends! Thank you, Stefano & Mirella. The next time we make it out to Florence, we will absolutely sign up for another class. Oh, and one more thing: Mirella handed us a printout of our entire menu, with detailed instructions of how to prepare each item! We've already recreated the bruschetta with Tuscan bread, sausage & stracchino cheese - DELICIOUS!!! Grazie mille, James & Christa

What a gorgeous old villa turned into a beautiful hotel. Art Hotel Agape sits on a hilltop…read moreoverlooking Florence -- and it just might be the most beautiful view of the city. The Garden is stunning, with sculptured boxwoods, roses blooming, water features and those ubiquitous ceder trees. The room was gorgeous, comfortable, quiet. I loved the Eicher 3-dimensional tile in the entry way. The La Duchessa Restaurant was memorable with several Tuscan menu options. All freshly prepared, beautiful to look at and very tasty. Service exceptional. Very good Tuscan wine selections by the glass and bottle. Impressive breakfast buffet included in the room price. Fresh fruits, pastries, meats, cheeses, breads, hot coffee, tea, juices all on a buffet for you to enjoy. Everyone working here spoke very good English and did everything they could to be helpful, kind and answer questions. An on-call Shuttle service runs to a couple of plazas where you have access to the historic center of Florence. A most enjoyable stay.

Fantastic stay here! The customer service was warm and welcoming. The grounds were so beautiful and…read morewell kept, with wonderful views of the city below. The food was delicious - don't miss dinner here (be sure to make a reservation) and the breakfast provides an incredible spread - cornetto and other pastries, smoked salmon, espresso drinks, juices, fresh fruit! We would love to return again!