Delicious meal, amazing service - family run I think - lots of smiles behind the masks…read more The menu is not tipici toscana but just do it! Why not am I right, it's mid evil town but not an evil restaurant

Amazing meal in a fantastic setting. The food was simply delicious but more importantly the people…read morewere soooo friendly. I would definitely come again

This is European fast food at its finest! Istanbul Döner Kebab offers generously-sized wraps of…read morebeef or chicken shaved from rotating spits, paired with vegetables like lettuce, tomato, onion, cabbage, and jalapeño along with French fries and different kinds of sauces including a spicy chili paste and garlic yogurt sauce, all wrapped in a chewy tortilla-like flatbread. Located near Florence's attractions in the city center, this restaurant provides a nice respite for tourists and locals looking for a quick bite--the tasty food came at an amazing value, though the service seemed a bit standoffish.

If you're looking for something other than pizza and pasta in Florence, THIS is the spot!read more

Rivalta is the ex-Capocaccia and ex-noir located on the river near Ponte Santa Trinite, and has…read morerecently opened this summer. Modern and slightly art-deco this is a fancier aperitivo spot that fits in well with its swanky location. The outdoor seating area is almost always full so if you want to grab a spot, come early. Otherwise we were able to find a table inside after 8:30pm without any problems. Being that they have recently opened they have informed me that they do not have their menu's printed yet (we are in Italy!) so to give you an idea of the prices. Beer & wine are 6 euros, long drinks are 8 euros and cocktails such as mojito, caprioska alla fragola, caipirigna,cubano,moskomiuller and Long Island Iced Tea cost 9 euros. This is of course with your aperitivo buffet which I found to be really good! Lot's of creamier salads, fresh cut veggies, and farro when we went last night. All in all I think it has taken over this historic location quite well and I would certainly go back again, I was devastated when Noir closed because they had a truly spectacular aperitivo. Lets hope Rivalta can continue the tradition!

People always say you can never have a bad meal in Italy. Whether or not you agree is really quite…read moreirrelevant because the fact of the matter is you can never have a bad meal in Italy! If you're a fan of Italian food a visit to Tuscany will just open your eyes to amazing possibilities. While there are restaurants that abound this region it's always a pleasure of mine to find those hidden gems that only the locals know about. Case and point this humble establishment Farid Kebab in Prato. My friend Francesco mentioned how good this place was so we had to give it a try. Now I've had my fare shares of halal food here in the states and other places but this would be my first in Italy. This hole-in-the-wall, which in this case is truly in the literal sense since the store is the size of a closet, serves up some delicious Mediterranean food. The meat sizzles from the gyro machine and for a couple of euros you can have a choice of a combo platter or an all meat platter that has a generous portion of food. And by generous I truly mean a crap load! No complaints here. We ordered the combo platter and the meat platter. For less than 15 euros for both dishes the deal was a bargain. The meat platter consisted of a sizable helping of meat shaved from the turning machine of meaty-ness, with mayonnaise, ketchup, tzatziki sauce, and hot sauce in between the two layers. You read that right people they pile on the meat, add the amazing combo of sauces, and then add another layer of meat!!! They do the same thing with the combo platter but also add fresh vegetables, French fries, onions, etc. and then top with more meat then drizzled with the heavenly sauces. I keep drooling every time I think back on that fateful night. I think I need to contact those guys running the place and see if I can borrow their recipe. I bet you this place would make bank here in the states. So as I said in the beginning you can never have a bad meal in Italy. And based on this humble place ain't no one changing my viewpoint anytime soon.

Great taste. Great value. We had the Panino chicken kebab and the Piadina kebab and they were…read moreexceptional. Super nice people. Very clean. We will return next time we are in Prato.

Truly a special experience! We chose the mystery "Mr. Hyde" menu, wow! about 15 courses, all…read moresmall bites, with amazing creativity. We saw cartoon themed dishes, rock and roll song themed dishes, a video game themed dish, amazing. Liked some better than others, but amazing food quality and flawless very professional friendly service. A must do when in Chianti!

Best artistic meal I've had, with wonderful wine pairings. The atmosphere is spectacular and the…read moreweather happened to be perfect with a light breeze passing through. The menu has a slight comic touch which made the course fun. The intricacy and subtly of each ingredient made the experience very special. It's definitely not cheap but recommended for anniversaries, etc.

Was looking for a change-of-pace from consecutive days of Italian cuisine. Had a sneaking…read moresuspicion that Greek food might be better in Italy than it is in the States, and I was spot on. Super nice staff greeted us when we walked in, and the interior looks small but inviting. We ended up ordering carryout (or, "takeaway," as they say here), and the food was a pleasant surprise. The Greek salad doesn't have lettuce, but the tomatoes, feta, capers, olives, onions, etc. are very fresh and delicious. The tsatsiki is creamy and tart, and is a a excellent complement to the Greek chicken souvlaki. And...the souvlaki is so flavorful and so fresh, that it was a unanimous hit. If you are in the mood for something other than pasta, give this place a try!

My daughter and I had our favorite meal in Florence here. The food was so delicious - we had the…read morebaked eggplant with caramelized onions, tomatoes, and feta and chicken skewers with tzatziki, salad, and roasted potatoes. The eggplant dish was the best I've ever had in my life - and I'm 54. The service was excellent and our friendly, helpful waitress was fluent in English and generous in answering our questions. The front of the restaurant has a countertop and is brightly lit, but the main seating patio in the back is quiet, pleasantly dark, and small but roomy (there is plenty of space between the tables which we found was not often the case in crowded Florence). I highly recommend this hidden gem!

My friends and I had a great time. The food was delicious and service was fast. It was fascinating…read moreto witness the pasta being cooked in the cheese wheel! Probably one of the best lasagnas I tasted as well. Their truffle carbonara was tasty - and they don't skimp out on the truffle! Free limoncello shots at the end! Do keep in mind a reservation is not mandatory, but I would highly suggest you do in advance. There were lines outside even before it opened! 10/10 would definitely recommend to anyone looking for good pasta.

A really great dining experience. Booked weeks in advance and for our time a lot 7-9pm, people were…read morelined up 10 minutes early to be let in. They brought us all in as a group (checking reso names) and sat us at individually tables. Then the "show" began with welcome prosecco, wine orders, etc. We got the squid and pork screwers as a starter and thought the flavors were just okay. The complimentary cheese bread ball and regular bread was super tasty. For mains, we got the truffle pasta (with the famous cheese wheel) which was fun to watch. The pasta itself was very solid, but not best ever. Also got the beef/boar pasta and it was better than the truffle pasta in my opinion and cheaper. The deconstructed tiramisu was yummy. Overall a good dinner with good service and pretty good food! An easy spot to recommend to others!

I will start on a positive note. The food was AMAZING, we had the Gorgonzola pear gnocchi and it…read morewas the best I have ever tasted BUT be prepared to WAIT. The restaurant seemed only to be at about 50% capacity but after we sat down it took 30 minutes before our order was taken. We received water in that time but no bread or any kind of apertivo. After we ordered it was another 45 minutes until the food came out so by that time we were ravenous. I think we scarfed down our food in a record 7 minutes due to being so hungry. Immediately following we asked for the bill but it was another 30 minute wait before we finally were able to pay and leave. Whole process took about 2 hours

OMG! The absolute best Italian food of my life. Leo is a gem of the city. A MUST visit restaurant…read more Yummy!!! I came in with a party 18 and there wasn't one dish that didn't put a smile on our face. I can't wait to go back for more!

When you don't make dinner reservations - Osteria Del Gusto are the types of places that have…read moreavailable seating on a busy night - for a reason. Food wasn't terrible but doesn't provide the charm, menu depth and execution you would receive in other places. Places where reservations would be required. Overall not bad but leaves your tastebuds longing for a culinary experience the restaurant couldn't provide.

Both had cacio e pepe, I had the gluten free spaghetti, she had the traditional pici. Delicious…read moredish, would go back if we go back to Siena, no issues communicating in English

Amazing service, out waiter was so attentive. He encouraged us to try the 2 pasta specials of the…read moreday, and they were both great choices! If they are serving the cauliflower and sausage pasta or the deer pasta, I highly recommend it. The bruschetta assortment and creme brûlée were standouts as well.

What a great little place!! It was recommended by our Bed & Breakfast place and they did great…read more It was my friend's birthday and she had a crummy day, so it was nice to come to a place like Bandierine. We were very fortunate though. They had asked for RSVP and we didn't have it, but the nice staff gave us a table and asked to be done by 9pm. No Problem!! Another tiny quaint homey place with cheerful staffs. Everybody seemed to be part of the family or became family. We were hungry and it was our first night in Pisa, so we ordered lots! I wanted something warm, so I ordered a "soup", which became to be a bowl of mussels and clams placed on top of the piece bread soaked with soup. OMG, it was sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo good! Like good licking finger good! We ordered the Caprese also and that was like another world! Their balsamic was like wine, but without the alcohol taste! We were already in love with their food. It's like two entrees already, but it's ONLY the appetizers. Our pasta eventually came and that was another story. It's beyond words on how delicious and perfectly made pastas were. It will never be the same when I'm back in the US! Like all the other places we've been to, we ordered panna cotta dessert and lattes. We opted for something different since it was her birthday. The panna cotta was light and refreshing, while the lattes are energizing. Ohhhh how I want more of that "soup". Please go if you're in the area!!!!