Short Review: About a five minute walk from the Duomo in…read moreFirenze, and on a cozy but well-trafficked side street. Food is excellent and service is fast. Long Review: I was in search of the best spaghetti in Firenze and I think I found it! It's a cute little restaurant about a 5-min walk to the Piazza del Duomo. There's as much outdoor seating as there is indoor seating, which is a nice differentiator for them. We walked up and were seated outside right away. The requisite bread and water was served right away and a friendly waiter came to take our order of food...and of course wine. The streets near the duomo are all well-trafficked so just know that the wait staff will tell you over and over to not keep your mobile devices or purse on the table. They get taken by the pickpockets pretty often I guess. Nonetheless the meal, the ambiance of the busy street and the service was absolutely fantastic. And the food! OMG it was honestly some of the best food I've had in Firenze. And it wasn't an ostentatious restaurant. Definitely family owned and operated and they've got the market on the location! As I saidordered the spaghetti since I was in search of "the best" in the city, and honestly it was! A must try if you're in the area.

Trattoria Antellesi is tucked into a side street off Florence's historic center with a classic,…read moreunderstated exterior that blends into the surrounding stone streets. Inside, it feels like a traditional Tuscan dining room: warm lighting, warm yellow-painted walls, rustic wood furnishings, and a cozy, intimate layout. The vibe is relaxed and authentically local, with a slower-paced, sit-down dining experience that encourages lingering. At around 8pm on a Wednesday night, the restaurant was mostly full, but our party of five was able to be seated immediately. The menu is extensive, with both Italian and English versions; there's also a daily special menu that's quite fairly priced, and has some more traditional Italian dishes. They offer some more familiar options like bruschetta and meatballs with tomato sauce, as well as the classic Bistecca alla Fiorentina. Each table comes with complementary bread service, which was a bit stale, but it's free; what more could you ask for? It was also paired with a rich, earthy olive oil and tangy balsamic vinegar. Four members of our party ordered Aperol Spritzes (€8) - these were tangy, refreshing, and with just the right amount of sweetness countering the fizzy Prosecco and citrusy, herbal Aperol. For entrees, two members of our party ordered the Spaghetti Fiaccheraia (€13), which is spaghetti in garlic and oil with chili pepper, bacon, and ricotta. While this seems like quite a simple dish, there's so much complexity in the variety of flavors and textures. The spaghetti was al dente, and soaked up the addictive, slightly-spicy garlic oil; they were also more than willing to exclude the bacon for my vegetarian friend. Another friend opted for the Pappardelle Coniglio (€13) on the special menu - a tomato-based pasta with rabbit. Certainly a dish you couldn't get at most Italian places in the States, and the wide noodles paired nicely with the acidic tomatoes and gamey rabbit. The Ravioli Burro Salvia (€15) was a traditional Florentine ravioli with ricotta cheese, spinach, butter, and sage; while the portion was a bit small, this dish was truly made with care. The filling let the earthy flavor of the spinach shine while being further elevated by the sage and rich, tangy ricotta cheese. Lastly, my Spaghetti alla Carbonara Fiorentina Tartufata (€17) was an indulgent take on the classic spaghetti carbonara, with egg, pecorino cheese, bacon, and freshly-shaved black truffle. While this was a tasty dish with a large portion, the sauce had partially clotted, and I found it to be missing some component of acidity or brightness to liven the dish up and contrast the richness. I was stuffed by the end of my meal, but some members of my party opted for their Tiramisu (€7) - this is an elevated take on the classic Italian dessert, with whipped mascarpone and coffee-soaked ladyfingers served in a parfait-like glass and sprinkled with a light dusting of cocoa powder. It was neither too sweet nor too rich; the perfect amount of decadence to end a meal. We had a lovely time during our dinner at Trattoria Antellesi, prices are more than reasonable for a traditional trattoria experience with delicious food and a lovely ambience. It may not be as flashy as some of the more touristy restaurants in the city, but certainly a great stop for traditional Florentine food if you're in the area!

Off a back alley is a wonderful little Trattoria, with amazing staff, an amazing atmosphere and…read morebeyond amazing food. Everyone in our party loved the food and the staff. We sat next to the bar and had the owner assisting us with some recommendations, he and his wife have created an exceptional place! I could go on and on about everything but instead just go!

Our experience was not positive. My husband's lasagna was…read morefrozen in the middle which proves that they are warming up rather than making fresh. We did tell the server and without us requesting, they took 10% off our bill. I would not go back the next time we are in Florence. There are so many amazing restaurants to go to in Florence.

After a number of restaurants, this one stood out. Most of the restaurants in Florence are no…read morelonger preparing authentic high-quality meals at a reasonable price, but this restaurant still is. Their pasta sauces were incredible, and their tiramisu was delicious (although I would say I've had a bit better as this version was playing very safe... but still very fresh). It was the only restaurant that I would have liked going to twice... I actually tried on my last night but they doors were still closed at 7:00 pm (I suspect if I had waited a few more minutes, they would have been opened).

So disappointed in Nella. Service was horrible and food was worse…read more We ordered the Steak Florentine and it was over cooked and a thin steak. We ordered a side of potatoes and received 6 potatoes chunks, that it- 6. Our waiter ignored us and it was not busy. This was our last meal in Florence and we were excited to go there for steak Florentino. This place is a hard pass.

Originally went for desert, saw all the delicious food and decided to come back another night. Was…read moredelicious! The service is friendly and accommodating. Highly recommend! The outside seating is fun and charming.

This place has seriously great reviews, so we wanted to try it and see what all the hype was…read moreabout... It's definitely one of the better spots for traditional Italian food in the area! Service was excellent; friendly, helpful, and on-point! Their menu is also great, as they have all the popular items, plus many more that are interesting and fun. We were a group of four and tried several items that we all shared and we enjoyed everything. Save room for dessert, they do a very nice job with those as well. I don't think they offer reservations, so you need to get there early to try to grab a seat. They do have tons of seating in the courtyard area outside, so the wait isn't long, as long as the weather is conducive to sitting outside. Inside is rather small though. Absolutely loved everything we tried and would return!

If you are in Florence, you MUST come here. Incredible food and even more incredible service in…read moresuch a nice setting. Come in to enjoy Italy's best. We were so very grateful.

Here's my honest take. I really wanted to avoid the area since it was so close to the duomo and…read moretherefore as I've been informed, most your touristy restaurants are near the attractions and are mainly fanfare eats for entertainment. My husband and I had been fighting a cold, and the wind on this particular night, just before New Year's was really brisk and I didn't want us any sicker, so we opted for a restaurant near the hotel, and this was steps away. Our trusted guest services man was off and wasn't available to guide us to a recommended restaurant. I again resorted to Google and Yelp. I saw the reviews weren't the best as other places we could have chosen. The other reason we settled for this was we wanted something with chicken since we had a cold. Their menu had chicken parmesan and this seemed like a good option. To start we were greeted by a host and then server who kept trying to push alcohol or at least it seemed they were hoping we would bite on some alcohol items that they wanted us to begin with, such as for an aperitif. Instead, we began our meal with the spinach souffle, which was pretty good. I also noticed at the point after they sat us down, that Americans or people who looked American were sequestered. This was not the first Italian restaurant I'd noticed this, but I felt it was particular with touristy restaurants. Also, no one brought any bread to our table, and no olive oil nor vinegar. What? This is an obvious tell-tale sign you're in a touristy restaurant or one that serves a large portion of Americans who don't eat their salad like Europeans do with red wine vinegar and olive oil. No olive oil with garlic for bread either. On another note, I'd felt rushed, and the only rushed restaurant in Italy I'd been to whereas in Italy one takes time to enjoy food, and this was another tell because they functioned like any Olive Garden in America, in and out quick for more profits. I had left to the bathroom, and my husband said that someone came by so quick and scooped my palte that he didn't have a chance to them I was still eating. Another thing that caught my attention was the entertainment value they presented when the young woman at the table next to us order the Cacio e Pepe pasta, which is just cheese, peppercorn and pasta. What this restaurant does is fancy the American thrill seeking eye with drama and flare by bringing the chef near your table, and has them toss pasta, pepper and cheese into a pan (the size of wok) all over some flame. This gives those would be attention-seeking Americans who can't bring their precious poodle inside the restaurant to get the "awes" something else to feel acknowledged by. I had asked the girl what she was having, and when she told me, I was like, "Oh, yes, other normal, locally approved restaurants, wouldn't go through the trouble." I undoubtably know her "cacio e pepe" was perhaps a bit bland. as was our watery Chicken parmesan, which I've made better at home myself. It was not terribly bland, but some onion, olive oil, sea salt, and a tad bit of garlic would have made me wince and smile. I'd mentioned this visit to our guest services man at our hotel, who had been a good guide for another restaurant, and when I mentioned this restaurant, he rolled his eyes. Enough said.

An unforgettable dining experience at Trattoria Borgo Antico! The food was absolutely delicious,…read moreand the peaceful, charming atmosphere made our lunch even more special. The owner personally came over to greet us, and we had a lovely conversation about his love for California, where we're visiting from. Such genuine hospitality and a wonderful experience from start to finish. Highly recommend!

Came here for drinks with my dad. Got a table pretty quickly…read more Sat there for some time and no one came to take order. I understand in Europe you have to wave someone down to get service so we tried this and the guy who sat us refused to acknowledge us. Another waitress tried getting him to take our order but he ignored so she had to come and take our order. This same waiter went to other newly seated guests immediately without him having to be called upon. Most likely cause my dad is Asian and I am brown. Quite racist

OUR FAVORITE RESTAURANT IN ITSLY! This locally owned, cozy restaurant has a warm, clean and…read morewelcoming interior. Lots of locals love this place. The service from Alba our waiter was outstanding. Alba was caring, friendly and very helpful with great recommendations. We had the world famous Florentine Steak that was almost 2000 grams or over 70 ounces. It was gigantic but perfectly cooked. It had a nutty, rosemary flavor with a buttery aftertaste. Yum! We asked for medium and medium rare. It was expertly grilled over fire. They gave everyone a free tuna bruschetta before dinner and a limoncello after dinner. This place deserves 6 stars out of 5 stars. Their great local wine was delicious and Toscana wine paired great with the steak. This place is a must try for pasta or steak.

We ate here twice during our time in Florence, and it was one of the highlights of our trip. It was…read moreour first meal when we arrived, and everything--from the appetizers to the pasta and dessert--was absolutely delicious. The service truly stood out. Alba was so kind, welcoming, and helpful with the menu, making the experience even more special.

We came here two nights in a row because it was that good!…read more Everything we had here was fresh and full of flavors, but the two that stood out were the artichoke spaghetti and the tiramisu. With such simple ingredients, they were able to create such memorable and delicious dishes that we keep talking about long after the trip. The staff was very welcoming and friendly, and even recognized us on our second night. We look forward to visiting them again someday!

If you are in Florence, this place is one of my favorite establishments. Food here is fantastic!…read moreAll three items we ordered displayed restraint, flavor forward, and a continuous yearning for the next bite. Special highlight to the Artichoke Spaghetti. As we switched our plates back and forth, I kept looking forward to the next bite of this dish. This indicates that quality of this dish alone. Paired with the Pino Grigio, wow... combination hit all the notes. Service was exceptional. While we did come 1.5hours before closing and noticed the tires looked on the staffs, they were such a trooper and carried on as it was their mission. Such dedication to their craft is commendable. Interior is quaintly decorated with rustic charm. White table cloth service elevated this establishment quite well. Paired with great food, service, and charm... this is an exceptional restaurant. Great job team. You guys are amazing!