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I was there very early in the morning. There was no line. The affogato was amazing! I highly recommend it. One of the best things I tried in Italy. Small cozy place, I was able to find a table. When I was about to leave it got more busy still very short line.
Your trip is going to be incomplete if you don't stop here for affogato! The pistachio affogato really was amazing and totally worth the hype! Lines move quickly and service is quick. Highly recommend you stop by if you're in Florence!
Tried the affogato plain and with pistachio. Both were okay and not worth more than a 15 minute wait. The line on the left only had these 2 affogato types and the right line had more flavors.
Worth the wait in line, lives up to the hype.... Excellent affogato -- delicious strong coffee surrounded by your favorite gelato. We tried a dark chocolate and a pistachio affogato, both were amazing. Small eating area in the back or sit outside and people watch.
This place has a long line outside even before noontime. They have two entrances to serve this special drinks. The dedicated counter offers more variety of ice creams. My wife found this information on YouTube and we tracked down the store after fishing the walking tour of the city. She absolutely loves it!
The pistachio affogato was very delicious. The line was so long though it probably wouldn't have been worth it if we had to wait any longer
As expected, this place had one of the best affogatos I've had. I happened to stop by around 4 p.m., and it was definitely busy. From what I've seen, it tends to be more crowded in the afternoon than in the morning, and that matched my experience. The line looked long at first, but there are actually two lines you can join, so it moves more efficiently than it seems. From getting in line to receiving my affogato, the whole process took about 20 minutes. Most people grab their affogato and sit along the street to enjoy it before bringing their dishes back. It's a fun, casual atmosphere and well worth the wait if you're in the area.
The hype here is real, whenever I see a viral place on social media I am always a little skeptical. However, the queue moves quickly, the staff is respectful and moves quick and most importantly the affogato is one of the best I have ever had, the gelato is perfect with the espresso. Vivoli is a cute spot tucked away but still pretty central in Florence
I heard about Vivoli from a couple of tourists whom I was standing in line with at one of Florence's historical sites. I later saw a video about the same spot on Instagram. The seed was planted, so I made it a point to check out Vivoli when I was in the Saint Croce neighborhood. There appeared to be 3 queues at Vivoli: one for the cafe/bistro, one for the gelateria, and one specifically for affogato. I think it was possible to get the affogato from the first queue, but I stood in the affogato only line just to make sure. The queue moved pretty quickly. I probably waited around 15-20 minutes to place my order, which I did on a self-serve automated kiosk. I gave my ticket/receipt to a barista after paying, and then she started working on my drink right away. The process of making the affogato was very fast, and it was fun to watch. I noticed that unlike a regular affogato back in the USA, which is typically one big gelato scoop, Vivoli fills half a cappucino sized cup with gelato and then adds scoops around the edges to form a square shape. I got pistachio, so the gelato gets dipped into chopped pistachio bits. (The pistachio bits did add a nice texture.) Lastly, fresh espresso was poured in. Vivoli had a counter that could fit about 3-4 standing persons. Other than that, there's no where to sit inside the affogato storefront. Mostly everyone else tried to find a spot outside to enjoy their affogato. Although I did enjoy my affogato, I didn't find it particularly different than one I've tried back at home. It was just the prettiest.
I got very lucky and there was a very short line when I visited (around 5pm on a thursday). They close around 6 so that is maybe why there was no one. If the espresso bar side is closed, you can go to the gelato side and they have the pistachio and orignal there as well. The full menu is only available at the espresso bar. I ordered the hazelnut and it was delicious. I still dream of this affogato. Smooth, rich, perfect mix of sweetness and bitterness. I do think this is worth a stop if you are in Florence.
Was so lucky to pass by this place and notice a lot ladies outside photographing and talking about it. Apparently it's tik tok famous for affogato! I had not had a chance to order an affogato since I arrived in Italy. I was always ordering espresso everywhere. Of course I jet inside to the quick moving line, maybe 10 people... and ordered the pistacio affogato not regular. To my surprise it was a scoop of pistacio gelato with coffee poured in the middle. Topped with a pistacio nut rim. It was amazing and so flavorful. I could have drank 10 more. I hadn't walked Florence since I mostly did day trips so I had just one. I will remember it forever, dream about it and added to my blessed and grateful list! This is a must visit place in Florence. The decor inside is pretty and they have pastries and sandwiches too Ciao Bella!
The most heavenly pistachio affogato you will ever have the pleasure of trying. Enough said! Please do yourself a favor and check this place out.
100% Recommended Very Famous Shop. I tried their Pistacchio Affogato twice. It is worth the wait in the line and the line goes fast. Unfortunately, i was not able to experience the knock on the small door to get my coffee. They also have tables and chairs inside. Even if they are very famous, they were able to preserve high quality coffee. I wanna come back for my 3rd coffee. Best PISTACHIO AFFOGATO so far. Just to share with you, this shop has an amazing and sweet crew. I can't stress enough how grateful we are to you today. I was in line for the coffee while my husband and toddlers are outside waiting, then the rained poured heavily. When I came out to find my husband, i found them soaking wet and were helped by staffs of Vivoli (at the back of their store). They let my family in the back, gave them towels and also offered shirts. If this is Italian culture, I love ITALY!!!!!!! They are so kind and hospitable. We will be forever GRATEFUL. And it will be a memory we will never forget! Grazie! From the bottom of our hearts!!!
Favorite affogato experience I. All of Italy. It is a spot I would come back to or recommend to friends visiting Italy. It is not over rated and worth the wait in line (which moved quickly). The gelato was delicious and the mix of gelato with coffee was perfection and refreshing in the heat, one not overpowering the other. read more
1 year ago
Yes lol worth the hype and 30 minute wait, my only regret was not buying two lol, a definite must, so very delicious!!!! read more
3 years ago
Was here with a tour group to get gelato and it was delicious. Off the beaten path but quite a line. Went back on day 2 to get an Affagatto and it was amazingly Devine. Staff was quick and efficient. Not a lot of seating inside so you'll likely find yourself eating on the street. read more
Add this to the list of Artisanal gelato Places to try! Located in Firenze, this is a hidden gem. Vivoli is off the beaten path, and is another one of those places that is known to locals, and not necessarily frequented by tourist. This is how you know it's a great place! It's a rather large location that actually offers seating, which is not common for most gelato locations. All of the gelato is made in-house, and they have a fairly large kitchen where they truly make magic. The flavors that they offer are delicious. When you arrive, you immediately pay at the register, and they offer about five different sized cups with varying prices. We ordered the orange cream and amaretto in one cup, and the chocolate and orange cream in the 2nd cup. The amaretto was smooth and tasty, and married with the orange cream, was truly spectacular. The chocolate and orange was beyond delicious, and it was like having one of those holiday chocolates in the states that shaped like an orange that you break open, and it breaks into orange wedges. So, so simply delicious. We both found the staff at the gelato counter to not be overly friendly, but beyond that the gelato is absolutely worth the stop. Especially because it's hidden, or so it feels that way down a smaller street. The seating reminds me of one of those old fashion, ice cream parlors found in the states, where the seats are comfortable just long enough for you to enjoy your dessert, but not comfortable enough to make you want to sit there much longer than that. I will say, it was nice to be able to just sit and enjoy our desert, because that's not common in many of the dessert shops. Add this to your personally created gelato tour, as it is a must try stop! read more
2 years ago
I've never felt this bad in Italy. I was waiting for my order, but many people who came after me received their coffee first. I was the only one who was ignored. When there was no one left waiting, it seemed they had forgotten my order, so I asked them to check again. Instead of apologizing, they laughed and said, "So what? There are too many customers." There are many comments about racis aside from my experience. The food isn't good enough to put up with that. Just go to a normal place without racism. read more
2 years ago
Came here for the affogato only and it lived to its hype. Absolutely delicious. I tried numerous other spots all across Italy, and nothing comes close to the one at Vivoli. The combination of their A1 espresso and gelato is just fire. Do yourself a favor and wait the long line. It will be well worth it (hopefully). Ambiance: lively and fast paced read more
2 years ago
Affogato! Worth the hype! So yummy, just do it! If you love gelato and espresso, you will love them even more together! It's a treat that's just the right size. And yes, get the pistachios. So glad we heard about it and even more glad we went! read more
3 years ago
As seen on tik tok! And It doesn't disappoint. The perfect mix of a treat and a pick me up after some walking. read more
2 years ago
The best affogato of my life! They also have a cute wine window. Wish I had tried some of the other gelato flavors. If I am back in Florence, I am coming straight here! It was quite busy around 6pm but didn't have to wait. read more
1 year ago
100 years and going strong wonderful experience... Me and my wife sat in the rain and enjoyed the heck out of this simple amazing dish read more
1 year ago
So. So. Good. Actually worth the hype. The line went really fast and service was quick and easy. I got the pistachio affogato- yes it's a little pricey but so so good! Lick the cup clean good. I was savoring every drop. A must go to for Florence. read more
2 years ago
Affogato was so yummy!!! Cute little place and fast service but was pretty busy. Could have it everyday of the trip read more
Somebody blame Phil... Yes this place was featured on Somebody Feed Phil years ago. It's been saved in my Google maps ever since I watched that episode and told myself I have to go here whenever I make it to Italy, and it did not disappoint. It was creamy and decadent...even if it was only hazelnut. If I were staying here more than one day it would definitely be on my list of places to go every day! read more
3 years ago
I saw this place has really good reviews on another website and so we happen to be in the area so we really wanted to stop by. The ice cream around the coffee was really good and it's their signature drink, affogato. The ice cream was really creamy and sweet, but it worked really well impaired well with the coffee that was in there. There is a long line out the door, but once we got in, we were quickly serviced, and the staff members were really nice too. I'm glad we stop by this place while we were in Florence Italy and I'd recommend others to stop by here toO read more
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3 years ago
We went not once, not twice but three times to Vivoli during our recent stay in Florence and I'm not even ashamed to admit that lol we had affogatos (DELICIOUS) and an aperol spritz and it was the perfect beginning and ending to our evenings (my cousin also enjoyed their tiramisu); definitely recommend a visit! The one table outside is a hot commodity, so I would recommend standing at the bar- they do allow tourist to indulge with filming read more
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After standing in two long lines to order and to pick up, we were pleasantly surprised with the delicious affogato - coffee with gelato and pistachios topping. read more
Stopped by the oldest gelateria in Florence - overall was decent, but my least favorite of the shops I tried in Florence. Serving was a touch smaller than others, and it wasn't quite creamy enough. But they did have black sesame which I haven't seen elsewhere. Walk in, pay at the counter and proceed to the gelato counter to get your cup. read more
2 years ago
4 years ago
I originally heard about Vivoli from Somebody Feed Phil so this was on my list of places to eat well before my recent trip to Italy. Vivoli lived up to the hype so much so that my wife and I visited twice during our trip. On my first visit I had the Amaretto, Marengo, Millefoglie Gelato. The Millefoglie was super milky and creamy, the Marengo had flavorful chocolate chunks, and the Amaretto had flavorful almond pieces. On the second visit I had the Chocolate, Rum, and Pistachio Gelato which were flavorful, chocolatey and nutty. Overall, Vivoli is a must visit for gelato lovers. read more
2 years ago
This place has a line waiting outside but it's absolutely worth it! Vivoli sits away from the busy part of Florence in a cozy corner. The treats were served very quickly and were delicious! read more
2 years ago
2 years ago
Worth the wait - afogado. We ordered the plain; friends enjoyed the pistachio version as well. read more
2 years ago
The vibe of this store is AMAZING! the line is definitely worth it for the yummy sweet treat :) I loved when they had the pistachio limited edition affogato & even the hazelnut! read more
2 years ago
Sooooooooooooo creamy. Best gelato in Italy. Authentic as f*ck. Molto bene. Molto Molto bene! read more
4 years ago
Conveniently located near other restaurants. Creamy, fresh, and sweet tasting gelato. They are friendly and serve you quickly. It's perfect to grab while shopping and walking around. read more
2 years ago
2 years ago
So delicious! Bit of a lengthy line but the team working behind the bar has their rhythm down! The flavor was incredible and would love to go here one more time before we leave. So worth it! read more
4 years ago
Definitely a hole in the wall find! What an amazing spread of flavours they offer. The staff is super sweet and prompt. They offer cups in 5 prices, starts with 2.5. Each cup can have more than one flavour and I believe up to 4 as the cup sizes increase. I took the cream with chocolate chips and mango! The mango has to be one of the best mango gelato I had in whole of Europe so far. Loved the freshness and genuine mango flavour. I'd highly recommend this place read more
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Via dell'Isola delle Stinche 7R
50122 Florence
Italy
Duomo
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055 292334
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