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

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!

Stopped in for lunch after reading good reviews about this vegetarian cafe/shop. We both ordered…read morefrom the lunch special which allowed you to get a pasta, a side and a special. The food was good but a little on the salty side. Still nice to have a vegetarian restaurant option!

Brac is strong in concept but middling in execution. The idea of building your own plate (a 3 item…read morebespoke sampler) is appealing but doesn't overcome the lacking flavor of the individual dishes. The green lasagna and chickpea tempeh were both surprisingly bland despite enticing descriptions. The big winner was the beet salad which I could have eaten three times that night. The service was friendly but the approach to the meal is overly theatric when they should just double down on great food. Right now they're style over substance. But major props for all vegetarian food in Italy!

Persian restaurant in Florence that is a bit hard to get into because it's quite small and very…read morepopular. The staff is very kind and during my two visits eating dinner there last week, I felt so welcome there. I had the lamb chops one night and chicken kabob another night. They were both cooked to perfection. The decor is lovely and I highly recommend it especially if you are looking for something different, healthy and walkable to the main sites.

Came here for an impromptu lunch during a storm and it was super cozy and homey and the perfect…read moreenvironment for the mood outside. Everything tasted super fresh and was delicious. And nice to eat some rice after solely eating bread and pasta for a couple days!

Bonus points for getting us a table right away, without reservations. The table we were at was…read morealmost directly under their misters, which were on because it was a sultry, steamy night. The misters, though, seemed to have forgotten their job was to *mist* the customers, and a couple of the jets were full-on raining on me and the lady the next table over. By the time we stood up to leave, it felt like I'd taken an extra cold shower, one that wasn't planned or in any way refreshing. The food was okay, but I'm getting ahead of myself. We started with a bottle of Montepulciano and their Artichoke Flan with Fondue Cream (€10). My entree that night was the Pappardelle with wild boar (€14) and my husband ordered the Ravioli alla Mugellana (€15). The artichoke flan was...interesting. I liked that it had chunks of artichoke flowers in the "flan" but struggled with the rocket pairing. And don't get me wrong, rocket (or arugula, in the U.S.) is one of my all-time favorite greens, I gravitate towards arugula before lettuce any day. But the rocket really overpowered the artichoke creation, and the cream that was served with it was also lost in the dish. The pappardelle was a little too mild for me, craving meaty goodness as I was. I mean, it was *fine*, but we weren't in Italy to experience "fine" when it came to any of the things we put in our faces. My husband said the ravioli was also decent but wasn't really filling. I think I enjoyed watching the street beyond the patio the most, since we were closer to the Basilica and got to see a lot of people traveling to and fro. The service was similarly okay...and I guess that's the key word for this spot, based on our experience. It was...okay.

Nice little pizzeria on a side street. There's outdoor seating staff were nice. The pace of the…read moremeal was relaxed, which we enjoyed. The food was very good. We shared Greek salads and a couple of excellent pizzas. Prices were very reasonable. A good place to grab a meal and recharge.

Nice and cozy place with great fresh pasta dishes. The fish dish was average. The cod was…read moreovercooked and the tomato sauce was bland. The service was a little slow but friendly and respectful. They also have a great wine list but the one thing you must try is their Panna Cotta. One of the best Panna Cotta that we had in a long time.

This was the best meal of the trip. This place is a little obscure and is more on the quaint homey…read moreside. It looks like a place locals go to, and when the menu doesn't have an English version you know it's going to be good and it was. The house wine was very good. We started with pasta, the tortellini stuffed with fondue, the ragu and gricia. All were outstanding, best pasta we had in Florence. The we had the steak with chimichurri, the suckling pork, lamb and roasted pork. All were top notch. The server steered us in the right direction and we were happy we have this place a shot and you will be too!

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!

A Southern feast amidst the back streets of central Firenze…read more After slogging past Florentine steak shop after steak shop, we encountered Il Gourmettino by happenstance. It's a lusciously-appointed restaurant with a painted tile foyer and elegant dining area. We chose to dine in the back courtyard, where several tables cluster around a citrus tree. We ordered several different plates for lunch, including their seafood (being a Southern Italian spot I'd be remiss to ignore the pulpo) and some pasta. The octopus was decadent and perfectly grilled. Honestly, the best octopus I've had in Italy so far (and in Florence, no less!). I also sampled the beef tartare, which was a great play of textures and complemented by a bed of wild rice. The pasta was fresh and had excellent bite - a glorious comfort meal after a long day of trekking. You know when you crave a meal months after eating it that it was a rare find. I can't commend this place highly enough; had we not found it on our last day in the city we definitely would have been back. Since then, we've directed friends here and they have reported nothing but good things. Cheers, Gourmettino.

Wonderful food with outstanding service! We are looking forward to visiting again soon!read more

If you get tired of Italian food. Try this place, great food and the service staff are very…read moreattentive and friendly. Menu includes all the Greek classics. Indoor and outdoor dining is available. Good selection of wine and beer.

Very tasty and affordable lunch or dinner option! I was inspired by my friend's sutzukaki pita…read more(beef meatballs) and ordered the same, with the beets tzatziki and spicy hummus. It was made to order and took maybe 7 minutes. I had planned to eat it at our Airbnb but ended up finishing it on the walk back! Each time we went the cook was different, guessing they're husband-and-wife team, both friendly and courteous.

Honestly, Italian food is why we came here to Italy but this was the exact break we needed. Not…read moreonly was the food AMAZING, light(er) and flavorful, the guy cooking up the dishes was charming, helpful and so nice. Truly the best meal to switch things up. Grateful it was so close to our stay, but even more appreciative of the service and quality of the meal! 10/10 would recommend!