The family and I were walking around and browsing through the leather purses and jackets at stores…read morenearby when I got hungry. We took a chance at Oibo at lunch time since it was just right there. There were a few tables and chairs and it looked like it could be a club/lounge at night so we could only hope they had something edible. We got seated in the back which had more tables and chairs. I ordered the bistecca alla Fiorentina that comes with fried potatoes. I was not asked how I wanted it cooked. The steak was huge so I ended up cutting it in half to give to my sister. It was bloodier than my usual medium-rare so I had it re-fired without a problem. I think they only used salt to season the meat but it was incredibly good and flavorful. Less is more. We were really surprised by how good the food was. What was even more surprising was the price. It's quite inexpensive. It was a happy chance incident.

I came here for a glass of wine after my first aperitivo spot of the night, and was way too full…read morefor another aperitivo spread. However, the buffet here looked amazing too, and it even looked like they were giving out shots. Definitely a very crowded spot as well, and all the servers and bartenders were super nice too. This place was in the heart of Santa Croce, so it's a good spot to try out for nightlife.

Places a phone order today for $42.50. Arrived at 4pm to…read morepick up my order. Went to my car decided I wanted an order of bruschetta. Went back and placed an order. The young lady said a few minutes. Okay, no problem. I was standing waiting at first; normally it takes 5 minutes. We're at 10 minutes now so I sat down. Young lady says to me "it will only be a few more minutes " okay. Still waiting..... now we're at 45 MINUTES! I CANCELLED IT at this point because this is absurd! 45 minutes for toast, tomatoes and cheese. She goes to check if it's ready first, NOPE NOT READY. Mind you it's been 45 minutes! The " head chef" came walking out being snarky. Had an attitude work me instead of offering an apology. No sorry for wait or inconvenience. Mind you my other food is in the car ice cold now because it's almost an hour now I waited for BRUSCHETTA. I've been a patron for over 10yrs. I have no idea what's happening with management. Very disappointed I will keep in mind my treatment on today before ordering again.

The location is superb looking down on a Tuscan valley and hillside as far as you can see. We…read morebarely made it in before they closed their kitchen for lunch. In fact, a family came in just after we sat down, and they could not get any food except drinks and dessert. The mixed Tuscan crostini plate (photo) was very good with several Tuscan specialty meat and cheese, chicken pate, fresh ripe tomatoes...my wife said she had the best salad with tuna (photo) ever. I thought every ingredient was very fresh. With a Yelp check-in, you'll receive a complimentary glass of procecco (Italian sparkling wine) which was very nice. Overall a great dining experience here. If you're in the vicinity of Monticchiello, Italy, this is a must stop. There's a large free parking lot within a five-minute walk. Highly recommended.

Amazing hookah / shisha! Owner is very nice! We visit every time we are in town. They have moved…read morelocations since covid but still have amazing service and food.

Great hospitality, wonderful selection of hookahs, excellent service and delicious selection of all…read morekinds of beverages. We plan to come back every night we are here!

We arrived a little late for our reservation and they made a big show of considering whether to let…read moreus in. Which is fair except that there were no other customers there! Then they made us sit at a tiny awkward table in the corner due to missing the reservation time. Again, this is while the entire room and all normal tables were empty. Only a couple of people arrived over the next hour. The atmosphere was very cool and the drinks were strong and delicious but 24 Euros each. Mixed experience for sure. We probably would have loved it and stayed longer had they just given us one of the many empty normal tables instead of punishing us for no reason.

Rasputin is not just a cocktail lounge, it is an entire experience…read more You've first got to make a reservation, then find the location, and once you step through the dark alleyway door you descend into an entirely new world. Lit almost entirely by candle light and furnished with antique furniture, this lounge is warm and intimate. You almost get the feeling that you've stepped into a 20's era cult gathering. Perfect for a date night or small get together. The cocktail selection includes some of the most intriguing and exotic ingredients you'll find in a drink, from soy sauce and Jerk Spice Seasoning to yoghurt and black pepper. They are primarily a whiskey bar but their cocktails run the gamut when it comes to spirit selections. If you find yourself passing through Florence you absolutely HAVE TO find time for even just one of these unique concoctions.

Just arrived at Castello Di Casole and wanted to grab dinner. Found this family owned restaurant…read moreand made Resevations Eric the host took great care of us and had a classic pizza, lobster spaghetti and antipasti. Make sure you check it out. We booked a reservation for two days hence - it as that good.

We ate here twice while staying at Podere La Castellina in nearby Sovicille (a lovely hilltop farm…read more& former convent now on AirBnB). Locanda was warm and inviting, had a cheerful ambience, attentive and professional service, and outstanding, imaginative spins on traditional Tuscan dishes. Standouts included asparagus flan appetizer, boar stew, pasta with truffles and cheese, eggplant Parmesan, fried pizza appetizer, chocolate soufflé and tira misu. Nice local wines too. We were told it was under new ownership since February and it was clearly popular--on both nights all tables were filled. It was moderately priced. Highly recommend. Reservations a must.

This place is run by Luciano and by Brigante, who is an excellent pizzaiolo. They have a large…read moreterrace with views over the Tuscan countryside, half covered and half not. My favourite thing to do is to arrive and ask Brigante to make a "ciaccino", a naked pizza with slightly crisper pastry, often then with layers of parma ham added, or similar. It's simple and delicious. A great spot for lunch or dinner if you're in Casole d'Elsa.

We have eaten here many times, and we always have good food. Luciano is the perfect host and a…read morereally nice guy, and the pizza is an excellent Tuscan (thin-crust) delight. His other dishes are also delicious. The view across the countryside is spectacular.

This place was highly recommended. If you want to skip the review: WE AGREE'…read more Food: We both tried pizzas and note the crusts are thin and chewy--so no folding (I'm talking to you people from New York!) - Romana (tomato sauce, anchovies, black olives). €9 -- Very generous thick sauce coverage, the anchovies are fresh and not overly salty, with crisp black olives. Tasty but it needs more anchovies. Deduct 1/2 star. - Capricciosa (Tomato sauce, mozzarella, mushrooms, artichokes, olives, cooked ham, spicy salami) €9 -- An "everything" pizza you may find in the USA. Great flavors blend with the rich tomato sauce. Excellent! - Service: Friendly, but we asked for the Bill twice before being told we had to pay at the counter. Deduct 1/2 star. Ambiance: They have "indoor seating" in an enclosed patio and "outdoor seating" with many tables to enjoy the Tuscan sun! Overall: A great experience and you will not be disappointed (unless you prefer US' Dominos or Pizza Hut)!

Both the food and service were fantastic. And the pizza was amazing. I would definitely recommend…read morethis pizza joint.

Wood-fired pizza We dropped in for a lunch time pizza at…read morethis cosy family run pizzeria. The pizzas were delicious - lovely crispy base and fresh ingredients. The pizzas are made with love and pride. The service was genuine and the prices super reasonable!!

It's a good family run place on a side street selling fine pizza. The nice young man takes orders…read moreand mans the wood fired stone oven while his grandma (nonni) makes the food. Unlike most of the pizza places on the busy streets where the pizzas sit there for maybe hours, here the pizza is made to order. Recommended!

Lovely spot. We happened along a bit later in the afternoon with a group of eight and were seated…read morepromptly. The restaurant appeared a bit more upscale compared to the other restaurants we walked by, but the prices did not seem out of line. The group mostly had pizzas, all of which were tasty. My wife and I split the Mozzarella and Crudo. While I thought it could have been served slightly warmer, I loved it nonetheless. Would definitely order it again. Perhaps my favorite aspect of the restaurant, however, was their craft beer offerings. I posted pics of the menu. After ten days of Moretti, Peroni and Heineken, I was ready for something decent. I had the Frida from Birrificio 26 Nero, a brewery in Poggibonsi. It was an IGA: Italian Grape Ale. Actually tasted somewhat like champagne. I also took home a bottle of their Rumata, an Imperial Porter, which featured a spicy finish. If you love beer and/or pizza, I recommend you give this place a try.

You MUST eat here! Our only sorrow is we found it late in our stay and only ate there two nights…read more Don't worry about parking, you can double stack in the three places next to it. They will move the cars for you. OK the food: Most is sourced locally, the beef is dry aged 30 days, and is so tender. The filet is not mignon, but a sirloin filet and super flavorful. The sausages with white beans is outstanding. The house wine is local, and really all you need is, although they have a great selection. They will explain every item on the menu In detail if you wish. The Caprese salad has specially sourced Buffalo mozzarella, ask the waiter about it. Very very good! Again, it will be your loss if you don't go here at least once.

This restaurant is just outside of the wall, but easy to walk to. During a week-long stay we ate…read morein many great places within the wall. This place may be my favorite place we tried. The service was crisp, interesting, and engaging. Our first experience was two take-away pizzas for $20. They were delicious, so we went back for a sit down. We elected to eat in the cozy upstairs dining room, but we offered outside seating. The large screen TV was playing a concert from the national orchestra. Our guy was very interested in the concert and explained some of the components. It was very interesting. The two mains were delicious! We had a half liter of house white and a half liter of rosso. Both were locally sourced and spot on. $52 got us out the door! The prices in all of Tuscany for food is so much lower than the states. Expect to pay half in a restaurant and 1/3 less in grocery stores.