On Sunday morning, before I was to depart for Rome, my friend Sabino asked what I wanted for lunch…read more Having had a spectacular pizza for dinner the evening before, I was keen to try something I'd not yet sampled. I suggested we go for bistecca alla fiorentina, or Florentine style steak. This typical Tuscan offering is the region's signature dish and for good reason! We hopped on Sabino's scooter and took a gorgeous ride through Chianti to get to Da Padellina. When we pulled up, a Porsche 356 1600 Super was parked in front. Porsches are really not my thing but this vintage beauty captured my attention. Not fancy, the restaurant's history is long and shows on all the walls. Sabino and I dined upstairs overlooking rolling hills. We split a huge slab of meat (you get to choose it before they cook it) and it was carefully explained to me that the cooking method for bistecca alla fiorentina is very simple: fire, salt, pepper, olive oil. Basically it's all about the meat, which is served very rare. We also got sides of beans and potatoes and plenty of red wine. Those in search of a proper Florentine steak will surely find it here. Two words to sum up my meal at Da Padellina: Buonissimo Bistecca! Definitely one of the more memorable meals I've had in Italy.

Best meal in Italy! Eggplant, Cod, vegetable soup, beef, wine, tiramisu! We are coming back…read moretonight. Lovely people. Beautiful space.

I could give Caminetto del Chianti 10 stars if they had it. I see why they have been in the…read moreMichelin Guide several times. The food and wine selections were amazing. The staff were wonderful and accommodating.

This was the only place open when we arrived in town around 8pm. We had no expectations, especially…read moresince there was no one in the restaurant at the time. However, we were very pleasantly surprised! It's a casual, local restaurant that serves pasta, pizza, and the most amazing burgers. After a few minutes, the outside dining patio filled up with locals enjoying a meal out. We were the only non-Italian speaking diners there, which was such a nice change of pace after being surrounded by tourists (and many Americans) in Rome. Our waitress, Victoria, was incredibly sweet, and spoke English well and tolerated our attempts to speak Italian. The food was fresh and delicious, and there were gluten free options for my husband. The lemon cheesecake for dessert was the best we've ever had anywhere. It's also incredibly inexpensive for what you get. Highly recommend!

I believe this business is closed? Went on Fri, June 17th and appeared shut down permanently…read more Bummer.

A simple family run restaurant on the outskirts of Dudda, Borgo Antico is a must visit…read more The tagliatelle seasoned with extra virgin olive oil and topped with shaved black truffles was a meal that could not be passed up. Wow. Simple, fresh and flavorful. The owners are a husband and wife duo who are warm, welcoming, humble and gracious. The dining area consists of a warm and inviting red and white checkered tablecloth feel which overlooks into the kitchen. There you can see the old-school grandma plying her crazy cooking skills. Authentic, reasonable priced and delicious, You won't be disappointed with this place.

You have probably seen or drank this chianti, but the really good stuff isn't sold in the US…read more Their Balsamic Vinegar is sweet and tangy. I would rank it a 10 out of 10.

Did the wine tasting, great history lesson on the property and done lovely wine. Great people.read more

Fabulous food, excellent ambience and service! From…read moreappetizers to deserts all original and delizioso! Highly recommend it.

This was a fun find! It is more of a foodie restaurant which we love. Our family also thought it…read morewas great and were willing to be adventurous. Each course was amazing. It is more expensive than a lot of the family owned smaller places but I thought it was worth it for a special occasion or a dressier evening. Service was good and the ambiance was fabulous.

Excellent food and great service. Menu is in Italian but our waitress interpreted beautifully.read more

From the owner: A pochi km dal centro di Firenze, nella ridente paesetto di Antella, la nostra Osteria si affaccia…read moreproprio sulla piazza. Ci caratterizzano i pochi tavoli, un ricco e vario menù con piatti vegetariani, vegani e della tradizione toscana. Fedeli alla Filiera Corta, non toglieteci il pane sciapo e l'olio bono!