This review is long overdue for our visit back in November of 2024. I was looking up Nduja recipe and 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. read more

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A gem Just around the corner from Our air bnb. Stopped in on our 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! read more

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This was absolutely the best breakfast we had in Italy! I had the Çibir Turkish eggs, hubs had the Big Brekkie and a cinnamon roll. The service was wonderful and we just had a great experience read more

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It was absolutely just what we needed first morn in Italy . Service was great food was amazing...setting and ambiance perfect chill yet very busy read more

We have seen the cinnamon rolls all over Instagram, heard they were the best in the world. Absolutely true! The frosting tasted like mother's milk, delicious. We also tried the apple cheesecake danish which was just as good must try! read more

Melaleuca - Cinnamon Roll - Cafes Near Me - Florence, FI

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Another cute and comfortable coffee spot close to both our hotel and a tour meeting spot. The people working that morning were so friendly and welcoming, and seemed to be that way for every person already in there and those who walked in after us. My husband really wanted a pastry, but I wasn't really hungry, so I just got the Golden iced latte (€5). My husband ordered the Magic (€3) and their pistachio cornetto, which was one of the fanciest we'd seen. The drinks and his pastry came out quickly, and all were equally delicious. The service was great and we loved the feel of the space itself: the interior was bright and open and airy, and the outdoor patio, though a bit tight, was comfortable and shaded, with a great view of the river and the part of the city beyond. read more

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Lovely and lively breakfast spot. The cinnamon roll was divine. Service was efficient and breakfast was very good. Lots of food. read more

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Bright, welcoming spot to have breakfast with a menu of creatively created choices. The service was friendly, quick and the server answered any questions we had. The food was well prepared and tasted wonderful. read more

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The cutest café that absolutely lives up to the hype! GET THE CINNAMON ROLL!! I thought I'd be the only one at 7:30am but it was completely full! Such a fun departure from traditional Italian fare during our trip to Florence. read more

Wow! What a lovely breakfast/lunch spot. Staff was warm & welcoming from the moment we waking through the door. Their food was some of the best we had during our trip. The sausage was so fresh and flavorful, this is a must if you don't have dietary/religious restrictions. Let me talk about the pancakes. There are no words for those pancakes!! They are a must; no questions whatsoever. Also, as american breakfasts aren't that common, this was a nice break from all the cornettos LOL. The cinnamon roll was fantastic & all the pastries looked amazing, if only I could've tried them all. read more

Melaleuca - Cinnamon roll & iced latte - Cafes Near Me - Florence, FI

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Wonderful little breakfast place. Best American eggs and bacon I've had in Italy... crispy bacon is perfect! The cinnamon roll was to die for! Good coffee too. Definitely worth the wait. read more

Melaleuca - Cinnamon roll YUM - Cafes Near Me - Florence, FI

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A short walk from the historic centre down to the Arno, and possibly the best cinnamon roll in Florence. Their coffee game is spot on, as well. More emphasis on breakfast egg dishes, and more of an Australian take on brekkie. Alas, the cinnamon rolls were so good, we couldn't manage anything else, though neighbouring tables had beautiful egg and avocado and toast dishes. Lovely, sunny spot by the river, with plenty of small tables jammed in together. Very congenial vibe. Quite popular with young internationals, and many Italians, this a a change of pace from the standard Italian pastry/espresso bar, wonderful as they are. read more

Wonderful little café! Absolutely incredible baked goods. I had two wonderful cappuccinos here and a pumpkin loaf that was to die for. And if you're American, this café is more akin to our coffee culture at home: single or espresso and lighter roasts as opposed to the dark Robusto that is more common in Italy. For this reason, I was unsurprised to see a large number of American college students both times I went. Definitely worth a stop when you're in Florence! read more

100% you have to go, not italian at all but if you want something american go here. amazing cinnamon rolls and breakfast spread

This spot seems to be super popular for Americans, most customers here speaks American English which is quite interesting. The coffee here is on the spot! Absolutely no complain here. The food items we got were pretty good - more like what you would find at a brunch spot in US - but they made them very well. The pastries, interestingly is also American style, which is a minus for me, as personally I prefer Italian pastries a lot better. But if you are in town and craving for some American sweets, here's your spot! read more

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Great breakfast spot! It's trendy but the food delivers. If you like heat, try the Nudja Chili Eggs- total knockout.

If you are looking for a more substantial breakfast this is the place. Everything is delicious, the cinnamon roll is the best I have ever had. And the breakkie is great to split. Portions are generous. It is on the pricey side, I would encourage getting a pastry and splitting the larger plates. Lovely atmosphere and servers are great! read more

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Honestly, it was great! The pancakes were delicious! The mimosa had fresh orange juice, i can not complain at all read more

Melaleuca - Pancakes with sausage and eggs - Cafes Near Me - Florence, FI

Came in for a quick breakfast prior to meeting for a wine tour. Got there about 8:45 am and arrived just before the crowds, so we had our choice of places to sit. They have a good selection of different coffee drinks and tea as well as several pastries and breads. They also have several larger breakfast items. We had the eggs Benedict (stubbed tomato for the spinach). Eggs we're cooked perfectly, hollandaise was a bit tangy-it was a delicious dish. Also had the big brekkie-2 poached eggs, 2 HUGE slices of sourdough toast, bacon, sausage, Avocado and a salad. Again eggs cooked great, as well as the sausage and bacon. Service was very quick and attentive. Good for a quick or sit down breakfast. read more

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The breakfast was excellent. Lots of options. Very creative menu. Would definitely come back here again!

It's a good spot by the river with free WiFi if you have some time to kill. Sit indoors or outside, there's room either way. The matcha was the best one that I have had since coming to Italy so that was a pleasant surprise. Their sweet potato fries were also good, but the spicey mayo that comes with them was not. There was just too much going on with it. Their service is okay. Some were helpful and paying attention to patrons and others were not - like oblivious to what was happening around them level of not helpful. read more

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Like all the past reviews I concur that the food here is awesome as well as the service. My wife and I stopped in on Monday prior to touring Firenze for the day. My wife went with the Big Brekke, I went with the Avocado Breakfast. Both came with eggs cooked to order. The sourdough bread base was tasty and complemented the meal very well. The cappuccinos were great and hit the caffeine need for the day. They are located on the left side of the street about a quarter mile from the Ponte Vecchio bridge. I bought several chocolate chip cookies to go to share with my son and nephew (who decided to sleep in). read more

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closed until jan 4th at 8am. i missed them and thought it would be worth sharing. I will come by once it is open.

I really liked the food I got overall but The coffee was very very bitter and did not have much flavor! My husband loved the pancakes and said they were amazing. The service was really good and quick. If you can make it there early to walk the by the bridge then it's totally worth it! We also got the hasbrown but it wasn't the best & it was kind of burnt. read more

Melaleuca - Avocado toast & Pancakes - Cafes Near Me - Florence, FI

This was the best breakfast I've ever had. In my whole life. Wow. We started with the iced coffee with vanilla and it was just like coffee in the US. One of the best iced coffees I've had. The perfect amount of sweet and super good beans. Next the cinnamon roll came out and WOW it was the best cinnamon roll I've ever eaten. Warm and soft which I was not expecting. Has a cream cheese frosting on top that was perfection. Later we got the Smokey bacon Benedict and the chili oil eggs both of which were delicious. The like hollandaise on the Benedict was so delicious. I wish I could eat this again for the first time and I'd like to eat it every day I'm here. THIS PLACE IS A MUST VISIT!!! read more

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Excellent quality food. Perhaps better than breakfast places in the US. Fast and friendly service. Prices are reasonable.

SPECTACULAR and I do not overstate. First, friendly, efficient, unaffected service. Then, breakfasts to dream about. My wife had a simple one: creamy scrambled eggs in the French manner, with spinach, and fine cappucino. And a splendid baked-on-premises French croissant, buttery and authentic.I went for the breathtaking "big brekkie" of scrambled eggs, sourdough toast, sausage, bacon, hallooumi cheese, roasted tomato, and a large cappucino. Everything was memorably fresh and full of flavor: no need to reach for salt, pepper, or hot sauce. Small tables and it's busy, but no one was rushed. I think I will need a Spartan repast tomorrow morning, but after that we will return. Don't miss this place: after a pleasant walk along the Arno, it is Paradise Found. read more

Melaleuca - THE BIG BREKKIE, and the iPhone didn't even do it justice. One of the true monuments of Firenze! - Cafes Near Me - Florence, FI

great study spot during the week. super cute small cafe. kinda ridiculously busy on the weekend so definitely avoid unless you are okay with waiting an hour or so. cinnamon rolls looked and (from what i heard) tasted amazing. never saw any gluten free pastries but no worries. i had the avocado toast and they were able to sub the bread for a gluten free cornbread which was pretty good. i was always full for like 6-7 hours after eating this because it was pretty dense but also super nutritious and filling. their matcha was pretty good as well. read more

When you are in Florence, Italy don't miss out on this exceptional breakfast/lunch eatery. Be prepared for a wait.

So overrated. Bagel was a hockey puck. Only good thing is the cinnamon roll. Don't bother waiting in line for this, so overrated.

Coffee is okay, service could be better. Ordering process is inconsistent. Prices are high.

Wow. This place is amazing. We waited a long time in line here, probably 30 minutes but it was worth it. Good and cute breakfast spot. It seems like they change up their menu too which is cool. I got the birria tacos, which I know was a weird choice to get at a breakfast cafe in Italy. However, they were amazing and flavorful. I also got an iced vanilla latte that was good. The service was fast as well. You can sit down and get served, or choose to wait in line for a pastry and coffee. It seemed pricier than other breakfast places, but not by a lot. read more

Loved the atmosphere, food was delicious and the staff were all friendly! Good value for what we ordered.

Adorable spot with incredibly delicious food. Although its not the typical Italian experience, genuinely such amazing and creative food. Highly recommend! I had the cinnamon roll, and I was stunned with how amazing it was, thats a must buy. The tacos and avocado toast were also incredible purchases, cant recommend enough. read more

Great atmosphere with the location right by the Arno river. Always efficient service and great brunch food! I took my family who were visiting here and they raved about it being one of their favorite restaurants we went to in Florence. Highly recommend the cinnamon rolls and banana bread! read more

Smacked. American breakfast in Firenze or however u spell it. I fuck with the vibe if u want a cinnamon bun rip it so worth it even if you look like a melting ice cream cone with ur shirt off hahahaha Fr. Euro review #1 read more

obviously amazing cinnamon rolls, but the bagels are also good! the closest to american bagels in florence imo. the coffee is meh

I couldn't try Melaleuca out the last time I was in Florence. But this time I had the chance to on multiple mornings! It did not disappoint. Their cinnamon rolls are delicious, their other pastries and baked goods were amazing. Breakfast plates were flavorful and unique. The team was attentive and patient. The space is bright and seating is limited so get there early if you have a large group. read more

EVERYTHING we tried here was phenomenal. All the ingredients are so fresh, flavorful, and just delicious! Fantastic cappuccino, best coffee I've tried yet in the Tuscany area, and really good OJ as well. Beautiful environment, very nice and helpful staff. Would go back here for breakfast in a heartbeat. read more

Melaleuca - Poached eggs on super dough w/ slow-roasted tomato, avocado, bacon, and house-made spicy sauce + bagel sandwich. - Cafes Near Me - Florence, FI

Tiny space with great food. Loved my pancakes - some of the best I've enjoyed! Nice ambiance and staff. read more

Melaleuca - Pancakes! - Cafes Near Me - Florence, FI