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    4.0 (26 reviews)

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    cauliflower hotpot
    Lizzie Y.

    Last month, we visited Florence and stayed for one night. Our hotel was only a couple minutes walk from Chilli Casa! We wanted to eat Chinese food that night and luckily were able to find this spot in our search. They are located in Florence's "Chinatown". There are Asian markets and a couple of different restaurants that serve Asian food. We were able to walk in and be seated immediately. Staff was very nice; we had great conversations with them ;) Food: we got cauliflower griddle, ma po tofu, beef ramen in szechuan special sauce, japanese ramen with pork & boiled fish with pickled cabbage. Their menu is pretty extensive... not gonna lie, it was a bit overwhelming, 13 pages BUT much appreciated. Lots of options and you're bound to find something you'll like. Overall, the food wasn't too bad. I don't expect to find the best Chinese restaurant in Europe. The boiled fish with pickled cabbage was very salty and oily. I had the beef ramen & it was okay but again, very oily... wasn't spicy just oily. If you're a soup drinker, this soup is not really drinkable. Ma po tofu was also extremely salty. So salty that it tasted spicy. I would only suggest getting the cauliflower. I am rating them a 4/5 because finding a Chinese restaurant was actually pretty hard in Florence.

    Pam C.

    We dropped by here after needing a break from all the Italian food on our vacation. We were craving something spicy and Chilli Casa came through. The location is on a pretty busy street by the Mercato Centrale. There are plenty of other restaurants and pubs in the area that are open quite late. The clientele were mostly Chinese and the staff speaks Chinese, Italian and English. The food here was surprisingly good and really exceeded our expectations. The wonton soup was well spiced and very hearty. The spicy boiled fish came in a very generous portion for the price. Flavors, spice, and the peppercorn were all on point. The service was pretty bad even considering the slower pace of service in Italy, so docking a star for that. Everything moved at a painfully slow pace. It took more than an hour for the food to even start coming out. It seemed like most of the parties had been waiting for a long time. Some of the dishes and cutlery were a bit dirty when we received them. Not at all the restaurants fault, but the street was pretty busy and the diners on the outside tables looked like they were constantly being approached by people on the street.

    Twice cooked pork
    T S.

    After three days of wonderful Italian cuisine, we needed a different cuisine and found Chilli Casa in what seems to be Florence's Chinatown. This restaurant has a broad selection of Sichuan dishes. Clientele was almost exclusively Chinese speakers during our lunch time visit. Spiciness was on the mild side (a good thing) and proprietor spoke English. The ambiance was quiet and restful. My tip for Sichuan restaurants is to always order a non-spicy dish along with the red oil dishes. Taste buds need a break from the heat. At this place, we ordered the crispy duck along with two typical Sichuan dishes. Great flavors with all three dishes. A nice break from the great Italian food when in Florence for a few days.

    Spicy cucumber salad
    Shannon Z.

    Really good szechuan food in Florence. The flavors are pretty authentic and reminiscent of China. Prices are affordable for the world traveler. The flavors were so good we came back once more for a second meal. The food doesn't make your stomach feel too bloated afterwards which means food ingredients were very natural. It's a must and a staple to avoid boredom from eating too much Italian.

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    8 months ago

    Got tired of the pasta and pizza. Had to go Asian and this place has some delicious food! Would recommend trying this place out!

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    Very bad food and awful service. Dirty foods make you have stomachache and sick. DO NOT COME TO THIS RESTAURANT FOR YOUR HEALTH

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    Review Highlights - Chilli Casa

    Great Sichuan restaurant in Florence and a nice break from all the delicious pizza and pasta in Italy!

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    Mercato Centrale - Coda di Aragosta and Tiramisu

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    4.5(968 reviews)
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    You name it... They had it and not only did they have it but they had the freshest around! It's a…read moremust visit!!

    Located in the San Lorenzo district, just a few minutes' walk from the main train station of Santa…read moreMaria Novella), Mercato Centrale is a vibrant food hall experience housed in a historic market building (very similar to the Time Out Market franchise across Europe). From the outside, it looks like a grand, iron-and-glass structure typical of European markets; inside, it opens into a bustling, multi-level space filled with food vendors, communal tables, and constant movement. The vibe is energetic, social, and slightly chaotic in a fun way - perfect for grazing, group dining, or trying multiple cuisines in one visit (from Italian to American to Mexican!). We stopped in for a quick lunch at around 2pm on a Wednesday; there was plenty of seating at high-top tables, and QR codes on paper menus make it easy to explore all the different food vendor options. It's also a fun activity to peruse the market, taking in different sights, smells, and flavors. All of us ended up opting for Schiacciatas (large Italian sandwiches that are a staple in Florence) from Massimiliano Parri, which all ended up ranging from €10-12, depending on toppings - yes, it's more expensive than what you'd get from a traditional schiacciateria, but you're also paying for the market's location and convenience. We appreciated the fact that they shave the meat right in front of you! My schiacciata came with freshly shaved ham atop crusty white bread, slathered with burrata cheese, and sprinkled with arugula and figs (I opted for no additional olive oil, since I found the ham quite rich already). I loved the contrast of textures and flavors, though I will say that the bread ended up cutting the roof of my mouth! All in all, Mercato Centrale is a bit touristy, but still miles better (and cheaper) than most "Italian" sandwich places you'd find in the US (pro tip: save your receipt for free use of their bathrooms). The variety can't be beaten, prices are reasonable for a central market, and it's steps from some of Florence's most iconic spots.

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