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    Perseus

    4.0 (114 reviews)
    PriceyTuscan, Steakhouses
    Closed 11:30 am - 3:00 pm, 7:30 PM - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    T-bone Steak After
    Melissa S.

    Get the famous T-Bone steak!!! It was grilled to perfection, juicy, flavorful and tender! My husband couldn't get enough of it and proceeded to essentially clean the bone! We had a simple salad and fried to accompany the steak and they were both solid. The service was ok. Not bad but not excellent either. We sat outside in an air conditioned section. It was nice to have the best of both worlds, being outside to ppl watch and enjoy a great meal in air conditioning. Overall, I'd rate Perseus 4.4/5 but the steak by itself is a 5/5! Highly recommend.

    Rosso Di Toscana Wine
    Anthony B.

    This was my first time trying Florentine steak in Italy, and it was hands down the best time of my life! When you are seated you will notice a 1.5 liter bottle of Toscana Rosso to be paired with your meal, it was amazing as well! (You are more welcome to ask for a different wine if you choose to) The service was amazing, and the ambiance was lively and very authentic, I will say....... always ask for Bistecca alla Fiorentina, and please drizzle Olive Oil over it after they cut it for you, its 2 lbs worth of meat, and its a once in a lifetime experience. This is THE PLACE TO HAVE FLORENTINE STEAK IN FLORENCE!

    The steaks aging

    This was recommended by the hotel staff as it was close to our hotel. It's a locals favorite with amazing steaks. It's cooked the Florence way only. But worth it.

    Class. Florentino dinner
    Chris H.

    Wow! Better than Ruth Chris! We started w the avocado shrimp Appetizer and Pinot Grigio. The perfect combination with an olive oil based Ava ado salad with shrimp and I think lime. Then the Bistecca alla Florentine that had so much flavor. Order a kilo per person and you won't be disappointed. The roasted potatoes were okay, but the fried zucchini- amazing! And the wine is great. I prefer the Rosso Di Montalcino. Perfect bold Chianti with steak with wonderful layers for $30 euros And don't forget the edible vegetable centerpiece with their special olive oil. Good idea after a larger portion of steak. The best steak dinner! Better than Ruth Chris, Maestro, Sullivan's, Chart House, LG's, etc. this is a good reason to come back to Florence!

    Cantucci w/ vin santo (€6,00) awesome rep of Tuscan dessert
    Joe P.

    For our last dinner in Florence, we decided to indulge in bistecca alla Fiorentina. A neighbor recommended Perseus (Per-say-us), and after doing a little research, I agreed with his recommendation. The restaurant follows tradition of this famous steak by only serving it one way: Charred on the outside and rare on the inside. The menu clearly states, don't ask for it any other way. The waiter carves the steak table side for you. They start you off w/ fresh veggies to offer some roughage for the steak you are about to enjoy. The waiter also recommended an authentic Tuscan chianti riserva, so designated by DOCG and a black rooster on the label. DOCG signifies its authenticity is gteed. Side note on the black rooster: The black rooster is the symbol of Florence bc in medieval times, Florence and Siena wanted to settle a boundary dispute. Siena chose a white rooster that didn't wake up its knight as early as the Firenze black rooster woke up the Florence knight. The Florence knight was able to travel further West before he met the Siena knight: Florence ended up with more land. We ordered the bistecca for 3 and it weighed approx 2.75 lbs. For our sides we had two orders of fried potatoes (no pic) and grilled veggies. The steak was amazing! You could cleanly taste the meat vs here in the States where the steak is drowned in butter. The rare preparation also added to the richness of the flavor. Likewise the sides were very good, and added a nice contrast to the savory meat. For dessert we indulged in a very Tuscan dessert, cantucci (Tuscan biscotti) w/ vin santo. The light dessert and sweet wine was a great way to end the heavy, savory meal. Regarding the ambiance, they offer al fresco dining as well as indoor seating. We chose outdoors bc it was covered on three sides that help quiet the noise fr the busy street. The service fr our waiter was excellent. He was friendly & attentive, and he made great recs on the wine and dessert. There are many places that offer bistecca alla Fiorentina in Florence. I'm glad we came to Perseus bc they follow tradition, and they combine it w/ comfortable ambiance & excellent service.

    Bistecca Fiorentina
    Rebecca W.

    Perseus is a local spot. I had been here 10 years prior with some friends in my study abroad program, and it had not changed one bit! The staff was friendly despite us being tourists and we made a reservation in advance so we didn't have to wait. We used google translate on the menu and it helped us decide how thick our bistecca fiorentina would be! We ordered some bruschetta as an appetizer, while we waited for the main event! The steak arrived and they cut it tableside for us. We were all amazed at how thick and perfectly rare it was. The first bites were in silence as we all experienced this wonderful Florentine specialty. Followed by some of the best cooked local spinach, white beans, and roasted potatoes I've ever had. The assortment of desserts were unexpected but we gladly ordered tiramisu, pannacotta, and gelato. An overall enjoyable and delicious experience!

    Dawn C.

    I am able to compare this place to another 4.3 star on yelp and 4.5 on trip advisor and I have to tell you this place had the best tasting florentine steak and not as expensive as the other two. We planned to go back due to them being the best we had tried and they were closed on a Sunday! Why???? I'm leaving very heart broken! I already planned to get my own steak and not to share with my husband. Lol..... the dessert is superb too. Tiramisu and pannacota hit the spot for us. This place was recommended by our tour guide in Rome and he definitely had good taste. bravo!

    meat showcase
    Donna S.

    I came here to try the famous Florentine steak and it was amazing! They really know their meat here! We were recommended here by our airbnb host and it sure did NOT disappoint. In addition to the steak, I tried the roasted veggies (meh) and a mushroom pasta. It was really great flavor!! The pasta noodle was a bit on the hard side for an American (eye roll, I know.. yeah that's me.. I'm American but what can I say..I don't know any better ::shrugs::). If you go right at the start of lunch, there is plenty of empty tables and for you to score an authentic Florentine steak! nums!

    Elle C.

    Local recommended and was told we have to order the 4 inch steak, not 1, not 2, not 3 lol so we ordered the 1.7kg bistecca florentine. They only served it rare btw, but this is the best steak I have ever eaten. We only stayed 2 nights in Florence and we had to eat it twice while we were there.

    Brian L.

    Perseus is pretty well known for 1) Slicing off the head of Medusa and 2) Serving tender and rare porterhouses. You'll see the big bald guy from Andrew Zimmern's delicious destinations where this she keeps saying, "No no, that's impossible" when asked about having the steak cooked medium or medium rare. It is true you have no option other than eating a piece of rare steak. So rare it felt like the cow was just hacked up in the back and served out front. You can almost hear the screams of the cow on each chew. Was it tender as hell? Yes. You can barely tell you're eating a half dead cow. That's how fresh the piece of meat was. Was it flavorful? Ehhh Yeah I guess. Meat was delicious and great quality and the seared sides were salted nicely. Best steak in the world? Afraid not. Between wagyu or hidagyu served in Japan or even Lugers and Wolfgang's in NY, I'm sorry Perseus, There is no match and not even a close fight. Oh yeah, we also had the ravioli is that's even worth mentioning. Also, I didn't even know the crazy vegetable plant full of carrots and stuff was even for us to eat. It looked like a centerpiece for the table. Overall, it's not all that.

    Menu!
    Mark S.

    This is one of those "more sizzle than steak" places I look to Yelp to avoid. Charged a 5E cover pp that negates the whole "no tip necessary in Europe" philosophy (20E on a 100E meal was a hefty 20%). This place is a total tourist magnet, and service has adjusted to this new reality (which is to say, "don't expect good service). I can overlook service issues for great food, but my florentine porterhouse for 2 was ALL strip and NO mignon, which was a huge disappointment for someone who knows and appreciates steak and expressed a degree of knowledge to the waiter. I make a way better steak at home, by starting with a well seasoned ribeye, and cooking to my preferred level of doneness (I accept that here it's "rare or go home", and for a great steak I'll accept those terms, but this was not the greatest - I couldn't wait to floss). I think a person would have a great meal here by starting with a pasta (these were very good), and then having one of the many steak options that were NOT the famed florentine for 2 or 3 (and it would be less expensive too!). These are listed right below the main attraction on the picture of the menu I posted (you'll have to do some homework translating them, but the homework will be worth it).

    Idan D.

    I have never had a better steak and risotto in my life. This man next to me is a master butcher and I will always be a lifetime visitor. This is a MUST in Italy. All serious for the meat and smiles for the camera. A perfect restaurant in a great location. 5/5 stars every time! ... oh and check out the restrooms for a good laugh ;)

    Bread and veggie bouquet
    Jenny H.

    One of my favourite steakhouses. I would even recommend visiting Florence just to try out the steaks at Perseus. I have been to a couple of high end steakhouses in New York, Chicago, and Toronto but none of them has even come close to the meat at Perseus. The waiters here know a bit of English but I recommend all visitors to download a translator app just in case as knowing a bit of Italian helped me order our dinner. Upon entering you will be served a beautiful bouquet of veggies and warm bread. We ordered the Florence Steak and it tasted delicious. The service is on the slower side but this is expected for European style meals. Prices are reasonable given the sizes of the steaks. We have not been able to finish the entire meal before because there were so many pieces. Overall a must visit if you are in Florence!!

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    The best filet fiorentino! It's actually the best steak I've ever had hands down! The staff was very nice.

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    While spending time in Florence, i was apprehensive on trying the Florentine steak since it is cooled rare.

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    La Buchetta - Linguine in clam sauce

    La Buchetta

    4.8(317 reviews)
    1.9 kmDuomo
    €€€

    Wow, this place is amazing. Our waiter was very friendly and he was super hilarious. He made jokes…read moreand it enlightened the room. He provided us with excellent service. We ordered the 2.6 lb dry aged Florentine steak and gnocchi. The Florentine steak is a must try steak here. It was very juicy, tender, and it was bursting with flavor. The meat was nice and chewy. The steak was gigantic and it is bigger than my head. They first bring out the raw steak and weight it in front of you. The steak is enough to share for three people. The gnocchi was also very delicious. It was cheesy and rich. It was also in a way creamy and the cheese just melted in your mouth. One of the best things I've ever put in my mouth and eaten. The cheesecake is very famous in this restaurant. We tried it and understand why. The cheesecake was super creamy and soft. I had a great time and experience here. Definitely will be back sometime soon hopefully. This is a place I highly recommend to everyone. Come and try it out for yourselves.

    Another excellent spot we tried in Florence. We were greeted as soon as we walked in and seated…read moreimmediately. The staff was very friendly and our waiter was Nugo. He was awesome and had us laughing the entire night. We peppered him with a lot of questions about the menu, he answered everything and also accommodated my father-in-law, who is GF. He had his own GF bread basket and was able to order almost anything on the menu. We ordered a nice bottle of Montepulciano red for the table that was $48. Others had the Hugo spritz. For app I had the anchovies with roasted red pepper, sea salt and oil over grilled crostini, very good. I skipped first course and ordered the ribeye steak for my main course. Bone in, medium rare, sprinkled with sea salt and a side of onion marmalade. The steak was very good and had way less fat than I expected. The waiter suggested a huge steak for the table, but I was the only one ordering steak that night. Maybe next time. Others ordered the fillet and it was cooked perfectly, the angels and demons gnocchi, and the veal scallopini. Everybody was pleased Really cool spot with a very good wine selection, drinks, excellent food and a fun atmosphere that you don't find at many places. Nugo was an A+ server.

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    La Buchetta - A gigantic cork arched walkway. All corks came from wine opened here.

    A gigantic cork arched walkway. All corks came from wine opened here.

    La Buchetta
    La Buchetta

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    Trattoria Zà Zà

    Trattoria Zà Zà

    4.2(1.7k reviews)
    1.1 kmSanta Maria Novella
    €€

    The steak was excellent, but the tiramisu was on another level -- absolutely bellissimoread more

    Looking for a place to eat, found this gem and realized I wanted to try it. Everyone had told us…read moredinner reservations were a MUST here, but didn't think about it. Not many places actually have yelp reviews, but this one had so many with great feedback. The food looked amazing. When we arrived we thought they were closed, but that is because they moved to a bigger restaurant a few doors down. When we arrived at the front, the gentleman asked if we had reservations, which we didn't. He directed us to the line with no reservations. The line was a bit long, but doubled in size almost immediately. It also started pouring rain during this time and we were ALL getting drenched even with an umbrella. The non reservation line was not really moving unless people left the line. We waited a good hour. As we inched closer and closer, the lines were now both outrageous and getting seated seemed like a distant memory. The staff came out and gave out Sangria and Bread bites to help those in line feel welcome. We did finally get seated and we were so glad we waited, it was worth it! We ordered the Spaghetti Carbonara, the lobster spaghettini and the chicken breast with roasted potatoes. We also ordered sangria. Everything was so good and our total was 83 €. Prices were unbelievable! We were amazed at the quality, the service and how large the restaurant they relocated to was. It was like a well oiled machine. The food coming out quickly and efficiently. I will 100% be back if I return to Florence!

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    Trattoria Zà Zà - The African zoo room

    The African zoo room

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    His and hers

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    Osteria del Cinghiale Bianco - Steak Florentine

    Osteria del Cinghiale Bianco

    4.6(371 reviews)
    2.1 kmPalazzo Pitti
    €€

    Wow, what a special place…read more Set inside a 14th-century tower near the Ponte Vecchio in Florence, this restaurant delivers an unforgettable dining experience from the moment you walk in. The atmosphere alone is worth a visit, but the food is what truly makes it exceptional. We ordered the ravioli, pappardelle with wild boar ragù, the Florentine steak, a mixed salad, affogato, and fresh strawberries with mascarpone cream. To drink, we shared a small carafe of red wine and a Pinot Grigio. Everything was spectacular. The Florentine steak was easily the best--and largest--I have ever had. Perfectly cooked, incredibly flavorful, and remarkably tender, it was the highlight of an already outstanding meal. The pappardelle with boar ragù was rich, hearty, and deeply satisfying, while the ravioli was beautifully prepared and full of flavor. Every dish felt authentic, carefully executed, and memorable. The wine was another pleasant surprise. Both selections were excellent and very reasonably priced, making the meal feel like an even better value. Our waiter was friendly, attentive, and incredibly helpful. He patiently answered questions, explained the menu, and guided us toward some fantastic choices. Although we thought we were too full for dessert, we're very glad we changed our minds. The affogato was fantastic, and the strawberries with mascarpone cream were absolutely delicious. One of the highlights of the evening was watching our four-year-old happily clutching two spoons and enthusiastically scooping fresh strawberries and mascarpone into his mouth. It was one of those memorable family travel moments that you don't forget. A terrific meal, a unique historic setting, excellent service, and a wonderful atmosphere. This was one of our favorite dining experiences in Florence, and I highly recommend it.

    I literally can't say enough good things about this place. Main takeaway: make a reservation!! I…read morecalled day-of and they squeezed us in at 6:15 (which was perfect) but everything before 9:30 was booked up. We were welcomed warmly by the staff (he literally said "ah yes I remember you" ) and guided to our cozy little table in the corner. Were ordered a bottle of Chianti Classico to start, as well as a few pastas plus the steak and cod. I can safely say the spaghetti pomodoro with burrata was the best pasta dish I've had in Italy - the pasta was perfectly cooked and the cherry tomatoes was so sweet, the kind of thing that reminds you why you came to Italy in the first place. Overall: great service, great atmosphere, and fantastic food. Just be sure to make a reservation!!

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    Osteria del Cinghiale Bianco - 6pm (1st seating upon opening was only reservation I could secure)

    6pm (1st seating upon opening was only reservation I could secure)

    Osteria del Cinghiale Bianco - Pappardelle with wild boar ragu

    Pappardelle with wild boar ragu

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    Trattoria Mario - Pasta bolognese

    Trattoria Mario

    4.5(254 reviews)
    1.1 kmSanta Maria Novella
    €€

    made a reservation through ig dm haha. no tables without reservations…read more the florentine steak is massive. 1 kg nice crust. cooked nicely rare. some really good bites, some okay bites florentine steak is not world class for me. BUT at the price of 45 for this is amazing value.

    I've been to Florence before but didn't get a chance to try a Florentine steak. My husband and I…read moremade it a point to definitely get one for dinner on our first night in the city. I went to the internet for the best Florentine steak and Trattoria Mario consistently popped up as highly rated. I reached out to the restaurant via email to make a reservation for a Friday. I wanted to get the earliest reservation possible, so the restaurant reserved me for 7:30pm, which was when they open. I was advised to show up on time - even a 2 minute delay would make me miss my reservation. I can see why Trattoria Mario was strict on reservations. They open on the dot, and then a staff member calls out each reservation at 7:30pm like a roll call. Seemed to me that if you don't have a reservation then you're out of luck, because there was no waitlist and the restaurant small and space was limited. Service was great. Our waitress was highly attentive and got us in/out of the restaurant quickly, which was what we were going for. Food came out in a timely manner. We ordered the penne al ragu, salad misto, and a Florentine steak to share. The penne was perfectly al dente, and I liked the meat sauce. I did find the pasta sauce salty, but it could've came from the grated parmesan. The saltiness was not a fluke. The Florentine steak was just pure beef and a ton of salt... too much salt for my liking. I also decided that I'm not a fan of Florentine steak in general.

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    La Giostra - My steak cooked perfectly and flavored just enough to be fabulous.

    La Giostra

    4.2(803 reviews)
    1.3 kmDuomo
    €€€€

    By far one of the most highly recommended restaurants when we were making our plans for Florence…read more Highly recommend making a reservation because the wait without one would have been quite long. This restaurant is such a VIBE. Cozy, romantic and a total scene. Service was great as was the food. It was tough because there was so much on the menu that I wanted to try but we couldn't not order the pear ravioli and the Florentine steak. If I went back I would want to try the ossobuco which I saw at the table next to us and looked dynamite. If you only had one night in Florence this is the restaurant I would recommend.

    Food was good but not necessarily the best we had in Florence. Given the reviews and the price I…read morewas hoping for a supreme experience. I shared two pasta dishes with my daughter (the handmade Pappardelle with Maremman Wild Boar Ragu and the Carbonara). Both were very good but not the best we've had. Appetizers were good: Salad with pecorino cheese, oranges, pine nuts and walnuts. We ordered the Octopus appetizer as well. The Octopus was beautifully prepared and presented, but didn't have much flavor. They nailed the Espresso Martini! One of the best I've ever had! We ordered the huge Florentine steak to share between 4 of us and it was more than enough. Ultimately what knocked this review down to 3 stars and what was really disappointing was how they targeted us as tourists with the note at the bottom of the bill (see picture). It read "GRATUITY NOT INCLUDED" in all CAPITAL LETTERS. Also note it was the only thing in English on the entire bill. If it had been our first meal in Florence we might have fallen for this tactic, however it was our last. There's definitely some hostility towards tourists in Florence. Don't get me wrong, some of the people and restaurants we've visited have been very welcoming and friendly. However we recently saw tourist taxes go up significantly, and then you see tricks like this on the bill at La Giostra. This was the ONLY restaurant in Florence where we encountered this. Once jet fuel prices make flying a relic of the past I would argue that some Europeans who depend on tourists for their livelihood may not miss our presence but will certainly miss our spending. Save your money and go research the many other places to eat while in Florence.

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    Vibes

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    Steak

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    Interior

    Trattoria Giovanni - Tiramisu

    Trattoria Giovanni

    4.6(221 reviews)
    2.3 kmPalazzo Pitti
    €€

    Excellent food and authentic Italian experience. Don't be fooled by the English subtitles for the…read moremenu items the place is not a tourist trap.

    We had a lovely dinner at Trattoria Giovanni. We loved how cozy, spacious, and genuinely local it…read morefelt, like eating at your grandma's house. It's close enough to the lively, bustling part of Firenze to feel connected, yet just far enough to escape the city's never-ending wave of tourists. The service was incredible, and the owner (I'm pretty sure it was the owner?) brought so much energy that he single-handedly turned the whole place into an eclectic little spot during the "rush hour" of the evening. The menu was solid, if a bit "generic" at times. While everything we ordered was delicious, nothing at Trattoria Giovanni felt like a dish you couldn't find elsewhere... and honestly, that's perfectly fine! It was traditional, comforting, and exactly what we were craving. The plate of cured meats and cheese was phenomenal, a great start to the meal. The pastas were really good as well, though one of the meat dishes had a slightly off texture, with the chunks of meat a bit overcooked. All in all, we loved our meal and would definitely recommend this spot if you're in Florence.

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    Trattoria Giovanni - Exceptional service with great music selection! Every moment in this restaurant felt like being with a party of friends.

    Exceptional service with great music selection! Every moment in this restaurant felt like being with a party of friends.

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    Bistecca alla Fiorentina Chianina

    Trattoria Giovanni - Bisetecca Florentino YUM!!

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    Bisetecca Florentino YUM!!

    Perseus - tuscan - Updated June 2026

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