AMAZING singer - music started at 10:30 on Saturday and we were a bit concerned at first because…read morethe place was a bit empty, but after the music started the place filled up and after 3 songs people started signing along and making recs! So so fun :)

Italian below Such a beautiful place! It was a dressing shop…read moreand now it's a really good place to listen music and drink almost everything you want. Absolutely go for it!!! Da quando ha aperto al posto di un negozio di vestiti non sono mai riuscito a entrarci. Ieri è stata la volta buona e credo di essere stato super fortunato. Suonavano gli "Strangefaces", una cover band della madonna con gli ACDC loro punto di forza. La gran musica pompata a dovere ha sicuramente contribuito al mio voto comunque positivo. Bell'arredamento "legnoso" e minimal q.b., barman (barwoman?) brava e veloce, disposizione dello spazio intelligente con un'area lontano sufficientemente dalla musica per chi vuole anche parlare senza sgolarsi. Il palco in vetrina poi credo sia la vera chicca. Della serie "volete sapere come suonano e cosa suonano? ENTRATE!"

The ambiance inside Ristorante Gilò was a tasteful fusion of Art Nouveau, Art Deco, and…read morecontemporary Asian influences--classy, yet welcoming. The service was seamless and attentive; and our servers were the epitome of professionalism. They graciously walked our group through the menu and explained the preparation of the dishes. For a first course we shared the Burrata, it was simplicity perfected, with the richness of the cheese balanced by a very delicate and earthy shaved truffle. As a main course I ordered the Sausage and Asparagus Risotto, a harmony of robust and fresh flavors. The sausage meatballs were a surprising burst of flavor, and the risotto was the perfect texture. The dish was artistic and meticulously plated. The grand finale, a Panna Cotta with Fruit, was a visual sonnet. The striking splash of sauce brought an unexpected energy and drama to the dish, making it as thrilling to the eye as it was to the taste. The dessert was a fitting end to a meal that was nothing short of a masterpiece. Every dish at Ristorante Gilò was finished with an artist's touch--vivid, photo-worthy, and packed with flavors that danced delicately on the palate. This restaurant is a must-visit!

This was the most impressive restaurant I tried over the course of my admittedly short stay in…read moreFlorence. Everything was delicious, but the gnocchi was life-changing. It was so simple yet so delicious. Another standout was the tiramisu. I was worried it wouldn't be very good, as experimentally presented dishes are often disappointing, but this was by far the best tiramisu I have ever had. The only minor disappointment was their bread. It was very dry and lacking in flavor, but I think that may have just been the style they were after. The questionable bread did impact my perception of the bruschetta, but the quality of their produce made up for this deficit. Overall, the dishes served here are very well thought out and executed. It's a gourmet experience. Further, the service was top-notch. They had a coat check which I always appreciate. Additionally, everyone I interacted with was incredibly friendly, personable, and caring. The ambiance only added to my exquisite experience here. It was very classy, elevated, and upscale. This would be a great place for a date or intimate dinner meeting. If you're in Florence, I highly recommend checking Gilò out.

I'd give anything to be here right now instead of inside during week 8 of social distancing…read more We came to this cafe every day when we stayed in Florence. We were a quick walk across the river. I'd get 2-3 cappuccinos because I need a lot of caffeine in the morning. Plus the pastries. My god. Italian breakfasts are my kryptonite. The service was rude. Who gives a shit! On our last day the bartender asked me where I was from and when I said NJ outside of NY she became nice and gave me free stuff. Thanks lady!

Came here because I needed to pause my exploring for an afternoon coffee. I had read about this…read moreplace as having a unique interior and decor, and I would say it was pretty hipster inside. I wasn't in the mood for a drink at this time of day, but the drink prices were very reasonable, and there was some nice outdoor seating in the square of Santo Spirito.

I'm a few months late from posting this review, but I highly, highly recommend staying here on any…read morefuture Florence travels. (Especially if you've previously visited Florence before.) As a solo traveler, this place was perfect! First of all, Romina was amazing, amazing hostess with the most-ess! She literally knows everything and anything that's going on in Florence; and she even has her own app!! From the best tiramisu in town to live music, to the "hot new restaurant" - she'll guide your way. So this gorgeous "hostel" was previously an elementary school... gorgeous architecture with marble floors! (I'm sure not too many hostels have that...) But if you can remember your old small gymnasium.. well yeah, that's the main "lobby" part of Tasso, with a bunch of tables and sofas to lounge. And the gym stage is where Tasso hosts the frequent local music acts that play on the weekend! Yeah... how cool is that?!? :) My solo room was quite large, extremely comfortable bed... locker inside to stow my belongings. (Just remember to bring your own combo lock with.) Shared bathroom was totally fine.. i never had to wait; nor do I think I even remember hearing anyone else go in there. ?? Loved this place! It was a total yelp find.. I can't recommend high enough. And I'll absolutely stay here again with future visits to Florence. Being on the other side of the Arno was great... it was certainly "less touristy". I stayed in Florence for a few days, so I even found "my own coffee shop" that i'd frequent because I stayed at Tasso. Tons of charm... amazing service.... totally secure location... comfortable beds... and I met the coolest people from all over the world!

BEST HOSTEL. This was our favorite hostel throughout our entire Euro-trip. Clean, single beds, high…read moreceilings, great staff, amazing location, air conditioning, the list goes on! We always cabbed to the train station because it was only €14 and we had a group, but you could walk if you're up for a 25 minute trek, not bad at all. Make sure you book in advance to stay here in Florence! We had the best trip here and credit that partially to the wonderful hostel.

This cafe is an extraordinary gem in San Frediano. It has excellent food, a great wine selection…read moreand the staff is warm and lovely. There is no pressure to leave quickly, an international, diverse crowd and terrific music. Thank you to the queen Bee Hostess for her kindness!!!

My wife and I walked to the south of the Arnot for this delightful coffee shop. It had all the…read morelocal feels. Most of the people looked like they were younger locals, with computers up and typing away. It is exactly what I like to have in a comfortable coffee shop... a lot of eclectic decorations, comfortable furniture and variety of places to sit. It has a lot of windows for sunlight and a second floor for those who like to enjoy a loft-like experience. My wife and I had cappuccino's and pastries, both were great. It was so relaxing to sit there and watch the world go by in this comfortable setting.

Cool little spot that I like to visit when in Florence. They always have good craft beer albeit a…read moresmall selection.

I don't often kill my brain cells but i will gladly destroy my neurons in this place. Again…read more Alessandro, the owner, is a a true beer savant (and a DJ! We loved the music). The way he pours the beer into the glass, clears the foam off, and dips the glass so its all nice and perfect for you. Such a pro. You can even taste a sample of the different craft brews if you are indecisive or your palate is feeling a little picky (aren't we all sometimes). Their selection of artisan beers is not overwhelming, there is a little bit of everything, and Ale will tell you what is good for you if you tell him what you like. They have my precious Cider! Don't judge me. There is no sign outside, easy to miss but worth looking for. It's not a huge place but it's very open inside. There is a small patio with a couple tables outside. I'm finally growing up and sometimes i wanna hang out and actually have a conversation and hear each other without having to yell out loud, ha! This is the place. The atmosphere is great, lots of locals and very friendly place! Plus happy hour from 7pm-9:30pm, errday. AND a kabob and pizza place next door open til late if you get the munchies. Srlsy.

Terrible. We stood outside for over an hour and made multiple attempts . We joined the WhatsApp…read moregroup to get the hints etc, the owner still would not let us in. The theme is fine for the first 10 minutes but shitty that We went all that way there just to have the guy leave us outside. Get over yourself. You're a bar and have terrible respect for customers

Hidden gem in Florence! We first visited this speakeasy in 2018 and always return when we visit…read more Bartender is super welcoming and accommodating to drink preferences. Definitely a cool vibe and worth experiencing the tea cup cocktails!

Opera isn't for everyone. It feels like one of those interests developed out of thin air past the…read moreage of 50. The length (Wagner can exceed 5 hours) and the fact that it's in a language not your own can be off-putting. Italy, however, is the birthplace of opera. If you're going to take it in, why not in its place of origin? "Opera at St Mark's" has fence-sitters covered. The price (25euro) is reasonable, the length (under 2 hours) is manageable and, though the songs are in Italian, the somewhat silly between song narrative from the piano player/emcee is in English. The show I saw was not an opera, but rather famous "Italian Opera Love Songs" performed by 3 opera singers solo or in tandem with the others. The show moves quickly and, in such an intimate venue, each seat in the house is akin to having front row seats in an actual opera venue. I discovered "Opera at St Mark's" while walking a block from my lodging. The flyers in the front described it as "#1 on TripAdvisor since 2011", a claim my 23-year old son questioned. I don't want to say we're disbelievers but... we are. The discussion we held around this claim inspired so much laughter that we didn't dare check TripAdvisor to fact check. The great thing about "Opera at St Mark's" is the street cred you get from having attended. You can enjoy what I'd call a "taste of opera" while returning home reporting that you "saw opera in Italy". The show's stars are talented opera performers who donate their time to this venture which raises funds for some philanthropic cause. Prosecco can be purchased and enjoyed during intermission though the introduction to that Prosecco makes it sound as if it's being provided gratis. "Opera at St Mark's" is a great excuse to go to the Oltrarno district (literally, the other side of the Arno). It's an easy walk from the Ponte Vecchio and tickets can be purchased at the door. Though there were about 50 people (many students) in attendance the night I was there, there was still much available seating. You can attend an opera in Italy, visit opera museums, or the homes of famous opera composers. This is an easy, fun way to check that "Italian Opera" box off your list. It's casual and tailored to English-speaking audiences, features talented performers, and leaves you plenty of time pre or post show for drinks and dinner in the neighborhood. It might also be "#1 on TripAdvisor".

I came across this gem when I was searching for night-time activities in Florence, Italy…read more Other places have given this opera performance extremely high praise and I thought "once in a lifetime" I have to at least try Italian Opera, despite being a total newbie, and basically knowing nothing of the subject, except for occasionally overhearing the Pavarotti & 4-tenors songs my late father used to love. Reservations were done over email and the organizer was very prompt in answering all my questions. This is a very small scale opera which only has a cast of less than 10, takes place in a small Anglican church, and whose proceeds go to charity to help African kids. Dress is casual. What is surprising is the high quality of the production - apparently they use local professionals who volunteer for these performances. The venue, being a church, has pretty good acoustics, and the place is small, cozy, and the performance is right in-your-face (in a good way). It is all geared towards english-speakers, so you do not need any knowledge of italian. After every quarter, the organizer Franz, will come to the stage and explain in plain english what just happened and give a vague idea of that will be happening in the next act. There are also paper english guides which give a brief synopsis of the story. The rainy weekday performance drew a crowd of about fifteen, although there were a number of no-shows too. Even then, a full crowd couldn't have numbered over 35. For such a small, almost personal performance, the low price was definitely worth it. I think if you are looking for something more unique and you want to learn about the local culture this is definitely a nice easy way to do so, and without all the stresses of figuring everything out in a foreign language. I highly recommend!

Light my fire is an amazing drink! Almost as good as the bar it's self. The drinks r truly a work…read moreof art

The bartender, Sylvio, created well-balanced and delicious drinks. I had the French 75, Florentia,…read moreand the Primavera. My fave was yeh florentia. This is a cool art gallery/bar. You can have your drink and just wander around. Thanks for a great night Sylvio!

Red Garter in Florence was absolutely packed, and for good reason -- it was the only place in town…read morewith great music! The energy was amazing, everyone was having a good time, and the staff was super friendly the whole night. The drinks were solid, too -- definitely hit the spot after a long day exploring the city. If you're looking for a fun, lively night out in Florence, this is the place to be! 4 stars because there were no seats available and standing around like sardines by the bar!

Everything we ordered was fresh and delicious. Limited seating but a cozy intimate, restaurant. If…read moreyou're visiting and missing a little taste of home then this is the place for you. Ribs, burgers, shakes nachos, chicken sandwiches, pancakes and salads. Customer service was super pleasant. Waiter was helpful and friendly. Several TV monitors from F1, soccer and NFL.