We'd heard Al Antico Vinaio could have a long line, but we got lucky and only waited about five…read moreminutes. The place was busy and lively, but the setup worked well, with separate areas for sit-down and takeout. Service was quick, too. I ordered the La Paradiso and really enjoyed it. Connor got the L'Inferno and loved his as well. A great sandwich stop in Bologna!

Food - I had the Paradiso and ended up removing a slice of the bread because the bread tasted stale…read moreand not fresh. It was very difficult to bite into and ruined the sandwich. Also, the sandwich lacked flavor. I thought there would be great flavor from the combination of ingredients but only the taste of mortadella was present. Service - Horrible! The staff all appeared unhappy. Also, they were very dismissive and unfriendly to many customers. I observed a few customers ask light questions, and the staff either ignored the customer or reluctantly answered in a snide manner. Atmosphere - Very overhyped. Lots of crowds because of social media but the demeanor of the employees created an atmosphere of entitlement by the staff and additional disappointment after eating the underwhelming sandwich. Overall - There are many sandwich shops in Florence with much better food and friendly, warm staff. Do not go to All'Antico Vinaio!

One of my absolute favorite meals I had while in Italy. Not as well known, as another reviewer…read morementioned, definitely a hidden gem. One I'm so glad my group and I stumbled upon. The family/staff that owns the market and restaurant was so sweet. We stopped by for a lunch and ordered anything they recommended. They were extremely attentive and wanted us to have the best experience. We had the Ribollita and their charcuterie board for 2. It was such a treat! I've never had Ribollita before then, but it tasted so fresh and homey. It was as if a family had invited you to their home for a meal. The eating space is a tiny, so if you find an open table definitely try to grab a bite there! The walls are also littered with post it notes from customers who have had the pleasure of eating there. Such a great eatery!

A hidden gem in Firenze. A quaint meat and cheese shop, offering small bites and sandwiches…read more Alessandro the owner was so kind and welcoming. He recommended a meat and cheese board with some vino that was absolutely divine. I don't think I've ever had such a delicious and fresh off the bone charcuterie as I did today. He sat with us while we snacked sharing with us his family history and 3 generations of business, since 1924. Such a kind soul. I hope his business lasts lifetimes more. It truly is such a special place. Can't wait to get back. Highly recommend. No crowds either.

If you're spending a few days in Florence, you're going to see people walking around with these…read moreextremely attractive focaccia sandwiches everywhere. And you're going to want one. And you're going to find out that while it looks like focaccia, it's actually a close cousin, schiacciata (a little lighter and crispier, so you feel better about crushing an entire loaf with your sandwich). You can get these sandwiches all over the city. All'Antico Vinaio is the famous one (or at least it's famous to me because they've opened up in NYC and told me about how famous they are), but these days I think that just means they're the most expensive and the most ubiquitous on social media. All I know is that you can't go wrong with Pino's. I was actually full from five days of stuffing my face with pasta and steak and everything else Florence has to offer, but when my buddy handed me one of these things, you better believe I ate the whole thing. It's just a beautiful piece of schiacciata sliced in half and layered fresh, tasty treats that cannot be bad when combined. There's usually a nice spread (often pistachio or pesto or hot pepper sauce), some excellent cheese (scamorza, brie, mozzarella, etc.) and some cured meats. I'll say it again: you cannot go wrong. Just get whatever sounds good to you, and eat that sandwich in the sunshine. Life doesn't get much better than that.

So here I'm on the fence. I ordered the Jack's Dining Room Special: Porchetta, burrata, grilled…read moreeggplants, sun-dried tomatoes, hot sauce, and pesto. In general, I am not an eggplant guy, but since we were out here, I just decided to go for it. Also, I didn't really know anything about this place so I was not really sure what to expect. I thought maybe Jack was just some random worker. I didn't realize he was some influencer that I've actually watched his videos on Instagram. Back on track, I had been looking for any place to get Porchetta in a sandwich. This time I didn't really have any time pressure. Inconveniently this was right in front of me when we walked out to the counter, so I ordered it. Anyways, I will start off by saying that of the sandwich places we went to on this trip, this had my favorite bread by far. As for the internal stuff, that's a little bit where it falls short for me. In the moment, I kind of liked it, but the more I ate the more, I realized it fell short of what I was hoping for. The Porchetta itself was hit or miss depending on the bite. Some bites were pretty dry. Other parts moist. In all honesty, I think I liked the idea of the Porchetta more than the actual Porchetta and I think it was all of the other condiments that saved the sandwich by keeping it moist. Now two questions, would I come back here definitely, would I order this sandwich again absolutely not if that's how their Porchetta is. We kind of shared with each other, so I got bites from my other friends sandwiches and those were pretty good too. I really think it's the bread that makes me like this place so much. Based off of my experience does this place deserve a 4/5? It's pretty close, but I think the bread was just enough to bump it over the top. Keep in mind it's a small sandwich shop so there's no space inside, but they do have a limited amount of outdoor seating.

Conad has a very good selection at reasonable prices, ranging from wine to water to fresh produce,…read moreand even two prepackaged sushi! It is a fairly cramped store, and I would not go there near closing time when the line is exceptionally long. A big advantage from here is that it is a block from the apartment where I'm staying. Everyone is friendly and tries to be helpful, including other shoppers.

Convenient grocery store with so many items jammed into the small space. The bakery and deli offer…read morea nice selection. Try not to go during peak hours or you'll be bumping into people.

I love the simplicity of Fratellini - all of their Florentine sandwiches are classic, simple and…read morecrafted with high-quality ingredients. We came back to Fratellini a couple times during our trip to try different sandwiches, and every sandwich we tried was fresh and flavorful. Service was quick, and there was no line. They do offer alcoholic beverages, but their sandwiches are the star of the show!

November 9, 2024 2:30PM…read more It does appear they have two stalls on the same street that you can order from. One side seemed to have more alcohol on display and the side I was on was more sandwich focused, but I'm pretty sure you can order the same things from both windows. Initially I was going to get the 21 - Fresh Sausage and Eggplant because I'm an eggplant lover... the lady at the counter was kind enough to let me know that the fresh sausage is actually rare, uncooked sausage and gave me a small piece to try. I was getting ready to get on a train that day and didn't want something that might not sit well with me, so I moved on to number 27 spicy salami and cream cheese. My partner got the number 1, ham, cream cheese and rocket salad. Both are very good sized and oh so delicious. The line moved quickly, so many options for decision paralysis. This is the place for schiacciate Florentine as recommended from friends who used to live here. Definitely would recommend to study up their menu before coming so it's easier to pick what you want. This is more of a stall and you grab and go, we stood around the sidewalk and inhaled our sandwiches. Watch out for the pigeons getting ready to take your crumbs too, you can see them on the ledge of the building getting ready to attack. A must visit for Florence.

This might have been the highlight of our Italy trip. This place is great. While walking we came…read moreacross La Bottega del Chianti and absolutely loved the place. The owner treats everyone like royalty, he passes out glasses of wine along with cheeses, meats and bread with olive oil. There is everything from wine, cheese, bread, vegetables and a hole lot of eclectic items for sale. I can't write great enough reviews for this business. If your in Florence you have to stop by for a great authentic Italy. This is our second time stopping in at La Bottega del Chianti and we weren't disappointed. This is still my favorite place to go while in Florence. I can't recommend it enough. All I can say is GO!!

Omg!!! This is just a lovely wonderful fun eclectic beautiful Italian experience. The owner is on…read moreolder very friendly Italian gentleman , pouring us a glass of wine when we walked in the door, then he poured another and another and maybe a few more, and insisted we try his cheeses, meats, olive oils and bread. He was selling wine, fresh deli, fruits, veggies, wine, olive oils, hand made wood cutting boards, copper pots and pans, vintage jewelry and so much more. I wanted to buy one of everything. This is definitely worth making a quick pop in this place just to say hi! Weirdly wonderful!

Found this store/delicatessen by accident. Little english was spoken, but it only added to the…read morecharm. Limited seating, but we were there around lunch hour 1pm, and we were the only people in the store. I think we dealt with the owner who despite not speaking english was very nice and accommodating. The store was very clean and appealing. We just guessed and got a cotto e fontina panini, along with one coke, some marinated artichokes, and sun dried tomatoes. All for 9 euro. The artichokes and sun dries tomatoes were so good my eyes rolled to the back of my head and made me question my fidelity. I thought about going to confession after lunch. Great for lunch or take away. One of the best finds in our trip.

We stopped in here one day after seeing a line the day before. This deli serves up fresh panini,…read moresalads and take away meats. I encourage you to get the salami and pecorino on crusty bread. Fresh all the way around. You will not be disappointed. Owners speak English so non-Italians can navigate. If you are unsure what to get just ask for a recommendation; they are happy to oblige.

Generous sandwiches with amazing and fresh taste! I got the Summer sandwich with cheese,…read moreprosciutto, pesto and tomato, and it was amazing! I don't even like tomatoes, but the one on the sandwich was amazing. The service was good with efficient and friendly staff and it had a fresh and clean, fast casual ambiance. I highly recommend.

Food: I really thought I was going to love this place, but it was such a big disappointment. The…read morebread was too hard and crispy, and the meat was a bit chewy. There's definitely better panini options in Florence and a bit cheaper. Service: Friendly staff. Ambiance: Love that it gives an almost "hidden gem" spot as it's away from major tourist attractions. They also have several indoor seating, which is a plus.

Come Dio Comanda is a small "hole in the wall" sandwich shop. You can find the meats hung in the…read moreshop itself and all the toppings freshly prepared in front of you. The sandwiches range in price, but the avg price was around 4-6 Euro. They are delicious and filling. Definitely worth a stop off while cruising around the city. This is not a touristy spot and therefore it does help to speak Italian, but don't be afraid! Trying to communicate is part of the adventure and there are a few simple words to learn that will help you find delicious food like this!

Stumbled upon Come Dio Comanda along via San Nicolo, a bit east of the Palazzo Pitti, our way up to…read moreSan Miniato al Monte. Tiny panini shop with a wonderful selection of paninis and sandwiches with all kinds of classic Italian and Tuscan meats and cheeses plus a small self-service wine bar. Sweet owners who knew enough English to help two tongue-tied yanks order a late afternoon snack. The place is tiny, just enough room for two stools, so it's mostly a take- out shop. Wish we had discovered it earlier during our visit to Florence.

We ended our 2024 Italy trip (overdue review from pre-Yelp Elite days) at an Airbnb walking…read moredistance from this Unicoop, and did all of our souvenir shopping here. We were so impressed with all of the fresh ingredients, wide variety of groceries, and affordable prices. Our first visit we focused on gifts for friends and family and were awestruck at how much we were able to buy for 20 euro! We went to have lunch and drinks nearby, and then decided to go back to buy more stuff for ourselves. Thankfully we had an extra duffel for our clothes so we could pack all of our food souvenirs in our hardshell luggage!

Great place to do your grocery shopping. Fresh produce, and…read moretons of varied staples, and more. Great service, and great, great value!