Authentic Chinese food in a no-frills setting…read more On the way to Florence Airport, we decided to stop in Prato for Chinese food. My traveling companion is Chinese and we were both "pasted-out" after a week of carbs. There are many Chinese restaurants in the factory town of Prato, catering to the 40,000 Chinese residents. We tried this one because it had the most reviews on yelp. The "ravioli" are dumplings- ours were steamed chicken and very good- not greasy at all. Ma Po Tofu was flavorful and moderately spicy, and the steamed veggie dish had some lovely tree ear mushrooms. The entrance is in the rear-not on the street side. Parking can be tricky

One of my favorite places to get cappuccino in Prato. The waiters are very friendly and the vibe is…read moreamazing.

Cafe Zero is a delicious little nook just a stones throw from Monash Prato centre (you literally…read morecould throw a stone from the terrace and hit it!)! They serve a number of pastries and pre-made savoury sandwiches, good coffee and have eclectic decor in the music-flooded cafe-lette! With a bar and a few small tables complimented with mis-matched furniture, the place gets cosy as people pop in for their morning pastries and caffeination, but with super-friendly staff and lovely clientele, it just makes it more lovely! This place quickly became my local while I was in Prato, and I'm sure I'll be back next time in the city!