This place is 100% worth the hype and wait in the line. The were be many tourist and I think…read moreeveryone should try it at least once (so good, I had it twice). Portions sizes are huge, def could be two meals or split among two people (tip: ask them to cut it in half to share). I got the italiana and the prosciutto was perfect. Even though it's like Italian fast food, all the ingredients taste so fresh. The bread is amazing too!

When in Florence, this is the place to get your famous sandwiches. There are 4 of the same…read morerestaurants in the same block and depending on the day and all 4 can be open with lines out the door. Just pick the line that is the shortest as they are the same restaurant. The lines do move fast despite the lines. The sandwiches are delicious and are huge (may be 2 meals for some people). FYI: If you are at the Santa Maria Novella Train Station, you can also find the restaurants on the main floor and the basement floor.

This was an off-the-beaten path/hidden gem that we stumbled upon when visiting Florence. My husband…read moreand I took the train in from the cruise port and ate an early breakfast on our ship. By the time we arrived and scoped out the Duomo, we were definitely ready for lunch. We were walking down the crowded cobblestone streets and decided that wanted a sandwich for lunch. We made a quick left turn and saw a line of people waiting. We weren't necessarily sure what they were waiting for until we inquired. Most people were waiting for sandwiches - SCORE! We decided to get in line and realized how quickly the line was moving. Traffic was being moved by their workers who were assisting with menu suggestions. We quickly got up to the front of the establishment and realized how tiny it is inside. It was so cool to see an actual Italian deli in action. From what I heard, they source their ingredients from local farmers, too! I ordered the La Rosa and my husband ordered the Gregorio (in honor of our friend Greg!). We waited outside for a few minutes while they prepared our order. The sandwiches were absolutely delicious and the bread was surprisingly crispy. The cost was super reasonable, too, for how much food you are getting. We will be back!

My husband and I joined the hype train and found I' Girone de' Ghiotti from a viral video of best…read moresandwiches in Florence. It was the first schiaccata spot we went to in Florence, and they set the bar really high. We arrived around 12pm on a Thursday. The line was out the door, but one of the employees managing the queue informed us that we were in a good spot. The line honestly moved quickly. We waited 15-20 minutes at most before placing our order. The restaurant has limited seating upstairs, but luckily we were able to snag a spot. I ordered one of their vegetarian specials, the 3 cheese blend with signature spicy sauce, and added turkey carpaccio. You can customize the sandwiches as you please. The sound of the crunch of the bread was the price of admission right there. The ingredients all tasted amazing, but the paper thin sliced turkey and spicy marinara really stood out to me the most. If I have to be really nitpicky, I did think that the bread doesn't have longevity. Could be that my sandwich was so saucy, which makes the bread soggy and gummy sooner than other other types.

November 9, 2024 2:30PM…read more It does appear they have two stalls on the same street that you can order from. One side seemed to have more alcohol on display and the side I was on was more sandwich focused, but I'm pretty sure you can order the same things from both windows. Initially I was going to get the 21 - Fresh Sausage and Eggplant because I'm an eggplant lover... the lady at the counter was kind enough to let me know that the fresh sausage is actually rare, uncooked sausage and gave me a small piece to try. I was getting ready to get on a train that day and didn't want something that might not sit well with me, so I moved on to number 27 spicy salami and cream cheese. My partner got the number 1, ham, cream cheese and rocket salad. Both are very good sized and oh so delicious. The line moved quickly, so many options for decision paralysis. This is the place for schiacciate Florentine as recommended from friends who used to live here. Definitely would recommend to study up their menu before coming so it's easier to pick what you want. This is more of a stall and you grab and go, we stood around the sidewalk and inhaled our sandwiches. Watch out for the pigeons getting ready to take your crumbs too, you can see them on the ledge of the building getting ready to attack. A must visit for Florence.

The best place to get classic Florentine sandwiches. It's a small booth and there's no inside…read moreseating but they do have chairs if you can grab one. The line is long right around lunch time but it moves fairly fast. They have a variety of choices so you might need time to decide. We got the proscuitto arrosto e crema tartufata and finocchiona e crema de formaggio. Proscuitto Arrosto E Crema Tartufata- The bread is soft and fresh. The roasted ham is tasty and the truffle cream adds a lovely flavor and ties the dish together. Finocchiona E Crema De Formaggio- Can't sing enough of their bread's praises! The tuscan salami is spicy and flavorful. The fennel is slightly sweet and the cream cheese is smooth and light. Great experience overall!

Absolutely worth the wait! Amazing food, friendly service, and to top it off the best price I've…read morehad for a meal in Italy. The sandwiches are so big you can easily share with a friend and still be stuffed. The shop itself is a tight squeeze but I don't think they knew how big they would get, plus you're only inside for a few minutes max.

This place was very good, the staff were nice and the process is quick even though there was a line…read moredown the sidewalk LOL!!! We ordered 3 sandwiches so we could have a selection to base our review on... All in can say is WOW!! Hot or cold these sandwiches rocked!! If size matters we'll you found the right shop the sandwiches are humongous and loaded with meat and cheese. The staff were very helpful and welcoming answering questions timely to keep things moving. Definitely a must when in Firenze!!!

We walked by this window 17 times before my buddy couldn't take it anymore. The mouthwateringly…read moregolden skin and juicy spiced meat of this pig were calling to us. We needed to try these sandwiches. So after a brief discussion with the guy manning the window (they roast the pigs outside the city, and just serve them here - it's not a large space) we got three of them. The classic, the one with the truffles, and the spicy one. We cut them all up, and presented them to our larger group as a porchetta tasting. The verdict? They are all winners. Every single sandwich was good. However, they didn't taste as different as one might think. The porchetta itself overrides the truffle/spice, and while that's not a bad thing, I think I'd like a little more of the sauce on each. Do with that what you will, but you should probably get at least one. Maybe not three.

Really, really anticipated this treat. We walked and walked and finally arrive and to our shock…read morethere was no line. Guess we got lucky. The porchetta in the window were jaw dropping beautiful. We ordered the porchetta with the spicy red salsa. We watched it being made. The porchetta sandwich was very good just not great. The pork had a great taste but just very dry. Guess I should have asked for more sauce. Service was great. Would we return? Probably not. Although I do recommend one trying it. Like I said...great taste just dry. Very reasonably priced.

We really enjoyed our dinner at La Fettunta! I had seen it on a couple of recommendations lists,…read morebut after our B&B host suggested it, we walked over and easily got a table when they opened for dinner (because no one eats as early as we do apparently). The servers are so nice and funny here. We really enjoyed our server particularly, but everyone was kind. I had gone back and forth all day about whether I wanted to try the Florentine steak, but I'm glad that we did. It was gorgeously cooked and well seasoned. The sides of potatoes and spinach were also stellar - I eat a lot of potatoes and those were at the top of my list. Highly recommend, and get the steak. It's cheaper here than other places also!

Found this on Trip Advisor. Had a glass of prosecco with my tagliatelle for lunch. Intimate place…read more The pasta tasted fresh and hearty. Generous meat sauce. Reasonable prices. Would recommend

The place is small so just be prepared to be elbow with elbow with others. Everyone was friendly…read moreand helpful. Other clients and staff alike. The food was amazing. The charcuterie board was big enough to share with 3 but also depends of how much you eat. lol portions tend to be smaller in Italy. However, the sandwich was a nice size. All the cold cuts were fresh and taste was another level. A nice list of wine selection as well.

We stumbled upon this location while finding our way around Florence. We were excited to sit down…read moreand enjoy a beautiful cheeseboard here due to the fact that they had so many amazing meats and cheeses behind the counter. The staff was knowledgeable on all the different meats and cheeses available and were able to make recommendations based on what you prefer. We ordered a beautiful looking cheeseboard that had a variety of different hard cheeses along with different meats. The presentation was beautiful and we very much enjoyed the entire thing. It is very cool to see the different meat hanging from the ceiling in addition to the wine bottles and the cool ambience that they created in the small location. There are a handful of seats available and then there's even a back room with a few more tables to accommodate a few more people. From a price point perspective, it wasn't too bad, especially if you're swinging in for a snack and a quick glass of wine or a beer.

Another local staple for "schiacciata" .... I still prefer All'Antico Vinaio myself but...minime…read moredeclared this one as the best she ever had...but she's a purist lol.... bread...pesto, turkey.....

Ambiance: this family business is located right off the old bridge, convenient quick stop for a…read morebite, there's limited seats inside and outside, mainly for takeout Service: you place the order with cashier inside and wait for your order outside near the display window Food: plenty of choices for different kinds of sandwiches PICCANTE iNFERNO - **** NDUJA, MOZZARELLA, GRILLED ONIONS, TUSCAN SALAMI, very spicy and bold taste, recommend I PIZZICA 2015 - **** SPICY SALAMI, CHEESE, MUSHROOM, ONION, crunchy and light tasty, recommend Price: small portions and affordable prices, each sandwich costs about €7

Lovely friendly helpful server Camilla, tasty wine & the most delicious sandwich ever, the…read moreFranchino!!! I would eat lunch here daily if I lived in Florence. Travelers, rest yourself and enjoy.

This is a very busy sandwich shop, generally full of locals, just off the beautiful Piazza Santa…read moreCroce. The staff is always crazy busy and the place runs surprisingly smooth. It's got a great menu, charcuterie platters and sandwiches, a nice selection of wines, they serve a really good spritz, and the prices are good. There's usually something going on in the piazza and it's a short walk from the Ponte Vecchio so it's a regular stop for me when I'm in Firenze. Five Stars

Fresh ingredients, delectable sandwiches. Ino's gets 5 stars every day. The creamy Gorgonzola is…read moreout of this world.

Food: I really thought I was going to love this place, but it was such a big disappointment. The…read morebread was too hard and crispy, and the meat was a bit chewy. There's definitely better panini options in Florence and a bit cheaper. Service: Friendly staff. Ambiance: Love that it gives an almost "hidden gem" spot as it's away from major tourist attractions. They also have several indoor seating, which is a plus.