My husband discovered this gem the first night we moved to Firenze. If you're looking for an authentic meal from a local mom and pop restaurant, look no further. Pizza e Dintorni doesn't look like much from the outside, but inside you will find great food, welcoming staff and a cozy, pleasant atmosphere.
When we visit, we always get either the Carbonara Classica with spaghetti noodles or the Ricotta ravioli with either the Ragu di Cinghiale or Pomodoro Aglio, Basilico, Ricotta Stagionata.
The Carbonara Classica is rich, flavorful and absolutely heavenly. It is one of the best versions
of the dish that we have had since we've been in Italy.
The Ravioli Ricotta themselves have a rich cheesy goodness, and have a subtle nutmeg flavor. They go great with most of the home-made sauces available. Our current favorite is the Pomodoro Aglio, Basilico, Ricotta Stagionata which bursts with fresh tomato flavor.
The Ragu Cinghiale is hearty with an array of slow cooked flavor. We have also tried the Sala di Noci, which is a lush creamy nut sauce that deserves its own praise.
Here's a breakdown of the sauces we've tried:
1. Pomodoro Aglio, Basilico, Ricotta Stagionata, 5 stars
2. Ragu Cinghiale, 4 stars
3. Salsa di Noci, 4 stars
4. Ragu Vitello, 3 stars (good but not great)
The house wine is always fantastic, the service always comes with a smile, and the prices are great! If you are in the area, don't miss your chance to support one of our local favorites.
P.S. We've tried the pizza, but weren't impressed. We recommend sticking to the pasta. read more