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    Locale

    4.2 (73 reviews)
    PriceySeafood, Cocktail Bars
    Closed 7:30 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    Enxhi B.

    We came here because our cousin spoke highly of it as a cocktail bar. Unfortunately we felt the drink menu missed the mark. There weren't many drinks to choose from and they were nothing special for the price. One of the drinks tasted like gatorade so definitely not a high quality flavor. The ambiance itself is nice and so is the service, but they definitely need better drink options to justify the prices

    Taylor Z.

    Really gorgeous bar. Theres a ton of seating and cool areas inside. The ambiance really takes this place above. Solid drinks but the atmosphere is 10x.

    Locale in Florence, Italy
    Joe O.

    Outstanding cocktails in a historic building. Stopped by Locale on a beautiful September evening. They have a retractable roof for we were able to enjoy the great weather while seated indoors. Our server was friendly and attentive and their selection of drinks was as good as you'll find in Florence. Highly recommended.

    Avinaba C.

    Best bar I've been to in Italy hands down! They were so good that I came here multiple times on the trip. When walking in you can clearly tell the bar has an upscale vibe to it and has elegant decor. The staff are very friendly and super accommodating. They will make sure to set you up with the right drink if you're ever indecisive. When we were seated they brought over free welcome drinks and some roasted nuts. Then when ordering they set my girlfriend and I up with some awesome choices for drinks. She had the breakfast martini 2 and I had the Foglia. Both were strong but not over powering and were very tasty and light. They also gave us free shots during the stay and also right before we left. Had a great experience every time we went there and I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking to get a good cocktail!

    Max K.

    The best cocktail bar in Florence! It's on the World's 50 Best Bar list for a reason. As you enter, you're enthralled into a beautifully decorated space with a glass ceiling. The most unique and exquisite cocktails with alluring staff and design, this place is an experience in itself. There are multiple connecting rooms throughout the bar, and it turns into DJ vibes late night. There is even a downstairs basement area, available for rent out, from the 13th century. We had a private tour on a venue search and it was phenomenal! I cannot wait until our return next time we are in Firenze!

    Fun sign that takes the place of your drink when you use the restroom (they keep it chilled for you!)
    Joanna V.

    I'm a teacher (aka professional drinker) and I've been to a dozen of the world's best bars and hundreds of bars in general. Summer = no teaching = more time to drink! My partner & I went here last month (June 2025). The drinks were very creative here and they had nice food bites, but the no-no happened when they brought us a cocktail with a bug in it. First, bugs get in drinks - I acknowledge that. However, where they messed up is how they handled it. They used tweezers to take out the bug, rinsed the ice cube, and then gave back the drink?! I'm sorry, but if you're on the world's best bars list, remake the drink if there's unexpected bug protein.

    Ileanna V G.

    We were visiting Florence for the first time and decided to stop by Locale after seeing it had made the 50 Best Bars list in the world! It certainly did not disappoint. We were greeted with a welcome drink upon arrival and our server was so kind. The drinks were also delicious I would definitely recommend this bar to anyone coming to Florence and in search of a craft cocktail.

    Stylish bar!
    Eric L.

    Loved this restaurant! We did two courses: one of delicious lamb sweet breads and the second a lamb pasta. Delicious! Had the best Negroni at the bar! Loved the atmosphere.

    If you want to feel pampered and luxurious then this is a decent choice of restaurant. I meant to just go to the bar for cocktails but mistakenly booked a reso for the restaurant. I regret it but it is was certainly an interesting dining experience. Personally, I'm much less about ambiance and more about the food. 5 stars for the service, 3 for the food. For me the food felt very style over substance. Very fancy looking dishes and ingredients but as for taste it was all very underwhelming - BUT we got a very unexpected large amount of freebies before our courses came out so despite the high price tag for 2 courses (80 euro) I'd say the value is alright.

    Delicious cocktail

    I just came for the cocktails and had a great time in May 2024. The bartenders were top-notch. The drinks were fantastic. Cocktails were about €14-€15 if I remember correctly. They had delicious bar snacks that came complementary. The decor was stunning, and the vibe was low-key and relaxed on a Thursday night.

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    Dan B.

    First impression of the restaurant were, great colors, decor, fabrics furniture and glassware. We had reservations for 730pm and the rope at the door stayed up until 741pm. Not sure the exact reason and none was given. Great music but a little too loud for the environment. We all found it difficult to communicate with each other as well as our wait staff. We've just started. So far the menu and descriptions are confusing as a first time visitor. Second, a glass dish with a truffle was brought to the table. The smell was so strong that I wanted to leave the table. Some in our party were fans of the truffle but if you're not be warned, because you will not be warned by the staff. The wine person was detailed and excellent with the wine drinkers in our party. She took her time to ask and explain the differences of the wines she brought back to the table after getting to know each persons preferences. I had made a request for a bread selection to be brought to the table only to be told that we would get it on their schedule. First arrival was a small broth sample, followed by a "finger food" muscle with a third small piece of grilled brioche. All very delayed. We are now at the bread service. Interesting and delicious. Next up is a razor clam first impression is it tastes fresh and it's room temperature. I would say it would be better if it were hot. Next dish was the chicken which was a chicken pasta where I found it difficult to find the chicken. But, as pasta it was delicious. On to the next dish, the cauliflower with mushrooms. Very tender perfectly cooked. All-in-all another good restaurant for the people who like the small plate dinners. For normal diners it's going to be a 50/50 experience. I'd say 3-4's.

    Giulia I.

    One of the best and most elegant cocktail bars + restaurants in Florence. Impeccable service, beautiful atmosphere, great music, and delicious cocktails!

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    s. If you're in Florence and able to splurge a bit more for dinner, I encourage you to come to Locale Firenz

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    Rasputin

    4.5(43 reviews)
    1.1 kmPalazzo Pitti
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    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.

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    Whiskey cocktails

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    Negroni with Rasputin branding

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    La Boite

    4.9(94 reviews)
    1.0 kmSanta Maria Novella

    Really cool little spot with excellent food, drinks and decent beer selection. They had a nice…read moreItalian craft IPA on draft which made me happy. There is seating inside for maybe a dozen people but we chose to sit at one of the 3 small tables outside to enjoy the nice weather. Draft beer was $6 euro and the mixed drinks varied from $8-12 euro. We met Alycia who is one of the owners. She was very pleasant and friendly. We stopped for a drink and stayed for 3 hours. We also stopped for a 2nd happy hour on our last day in Florence. Worth checking out if you happen to be in town and want a quieter spot. We loved it.

    This small wine bar was by far one of my favorite places we visited while we were visiting…read moreFlorence. The owner and staff were fantastic, very knowledgeable and provided great recommendations. The wine bar itself is a small quaint little place. Probably seats about 12 to 15 people total and has plenty of windows so you can see passersby and people watch. The cheeseboard? Get the cheeseboard. They do a fantastic job of pairing everything together to really bring so many flavors to your tastebuds. Their house wine is phenomenal and they take great pride in finding the grapes/different varietals to make it come to life. They have a both a red and a white house wine option. The second time we went - and yes, we went more than once in the four days we were there - we enjoyed one of the sandwiches and it was absolutely amazing. The bread, I can't even explain, the bread it's so flavorful and so good and so light. That paired with the delicious meats and cheeses were 100% worth it. I definitely recommend this location to anybody who is visiting Florence regularly or for their first time.

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    La Boite - House wine and complimentary peanuts. They're tasty.

    House wine and complimentary peanuts. They're tasty.

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