The local take
Expect brick walls, hams hanging from the ceiling and menus built around Florentine steak, pasta with wild boar, ribollita and tripe. At lunch, schiacciata and panini stuffed with cured meats are often eaten standing up, while wine bars pair local salumi and cheese with a glass of Tuscan red. Across the river in the Oltrarno, the pace slows and tables move into gardens. The list also heads into the countryside around Siena, with farm restaurants cooking what they grow, village wine bars and old cafes looking out over the valleys.
A few fine dining rooms rework Tuscan recipes into tasting menus. Start with the trattorias chip for classic Florentine cooking, or switch to cafes, casual spots or fine dining, and read the local guide's note on each place.
CasualBig Group FriendlyAgriturismo Il Rigo
Set in a gorgeous stone house among the cypress trees of the iconic Val D'Orcia, 9th-generation run Il Rigo defines Tuscan dreams.
Florence & Countryside, SienaRecommended by Tuscan Experiences (Federica Z.)
CasualAll’Antico Ristoro di’ Cambi
This cozy restaurant offers traditional Florentine cuisine in a rustic setting, providing an authentic taste of the region’s culinary heritage.
Florence & Countryside, BellosguardoRecommended by Elena F.
CasualAlla Vecchia Bettola
Alla Vecchia Bettola offers an authentic Florentine dining experience in a rustic, off-the-beaten-path location favored by locals — always a good indication of high-quality food.
Florence & Countryside, BellosguardoRecommended by Elena F.
CasualAngel Roofbar & Dining
Hotel Calimala’s rooftop has a restaurant, two bars, and an indoor breakfast hall where guests can eat, drink, and enjoy incredible views of Florence.
Florence & Countryside, City CenterRecommended by Elena F.
CasualTrattoriasAntica Trattoria da Tito
If you want to get a taste of Florentine humor, try this fun spot.
Florence & Countryside, San MarcoRecommended by Fedor S.
CasualAntico Noè
Just a short walk from the Duomo, Antico Noè is a quiet spot away from the bustle of the main streets.
Florence & Countryside, Santa CroceRecommended by Fedor S.
CasualBig Group FriendlyBeppa Fioraia
Beppa Fioraia is a modern, casual restaurant located across the river in a quieter, less touristy area.
Florence & Countryside, OltrarnoRecommended by Elena F.
CasualBistrot Languorino
Combining traditional and innovative dishes, Bistrot Languorino is a real treat.
Florence & Countryside, SienaRecommended by Tuscan Experiences (Federica Z.)
Fine DiningBorgo San Jacopo
As romantic as it gets, one-Michelin-starred Borgo San Jacopo provides dreamy views of the Ponte Vecchio bridge over the river, with a splash of ochre-colored Renaissance…
Florence & Countryside, Santo SpiritoRecommended by Veronica R.
Bakeries/CafesCasualCaffè Poliziano
In the town of Montepulciano, Caffè Poliziano is iconic.
Florence & Countryside, SienaRecommended by Tuscan Experiences (Federica Z.)
Fine DiningCantinetta Antinori
Cantinetta Antinori is as Florence as it gets.
Florence & Countryside, Santa Maria NovellaRecommended by Fedor S.
Fine DiningChalet Fontana
This fine dining restaurant overlooks a picturesque orchard in the hills of Florence.
Florence & Countryside, OltrarnoRecommended by Fedor S.
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