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.

I brought my friends here thinking we were going to a rooftop bar. It wasn't quite that, but a…read moredecent spot to sit and have a drink. Since it is a library there were a lot of students studying.

This cafeteria worked perfectly for our schedule. We had a day trip to Florence from Siena. In the…read moremorning we visited the Uffizi Gallery and in the afternoon the Accademia Gallery Museum, so were planning to have lunch someplace near the Duomo. A friend whose daughter had studied at the university in Florence suggested this cafeteria. Outstanding location, nice outside seating with a view of the very close Duomo, solid value fare, and surprisingly friendly service. FOOD: 3.5. Excellent value. - Pasta Ragout. Very good. - Spaghetti with cherry tomatoes. Very good. We also had two espressos. AMBIANCE: 4.0. Inside and outside (covered) seating. Outside has view of Duomo. Pleasant. SERVICE: 4.0. Considerate and prompt. After ordering and paying, we sat at an outside table. Our order was then brought to us. NOTE: Google maps gave us walking directions that took us to opposite side of block from entrance, so we walked around block until we found the entrance. Upon entering the university grounds the cafeteria can be a challenge to find; we had to ask someone.

I give these guys a solid 5 stars. Now that I have moved back to this neighborhood, my morning…read morecoffee stop is without a doubt Piansa - which is a fairly new shop. I call it "coffee with the newsies". Always greeted with a smile from either a groovy pair of glasses or a couple friendly guys with newsboy caps. It's definitely hipster and the decor reminds me of a cosy brooklyn coffee shop. My kinda place. I have become a regular and I might add that the coffee is quite good as I take my espresso senza zucchero (without sugar) so I really experience the taste of every coffee i drink and this coffee is smooth! They also have a lovely selection of morning pastries. Yesterday I finally stopped with a friend for aperativo. Good move. We had some nice apero spritz and they brought us a charcuterie tray. We had some fun conversation with the newsies and were asked to sign their espresso machine. Christened as regulars!! Great way to start out our night. Of course I have already been back today for my morning coffee.

Really cute cafe just a little ways from the amazing bakery up the street. The baristas are well…read moremannered and snappy and the espresso very clean, creamy and light. My espresso was out in a minute after ordering, and I shot mine down with some Italians from the neighborhood. There isn't quite enough room at the bar to drink, but if you sit down you'll be charged a fee, so the cafe is best if you're looking for a quick espresso, unless you plan on staying there long term and sitting down to eat, read, relax. It was fairly quiet in the cafe, so it'd make for a good place to work or catch up with a friend.

So great! This place was located right next to our Airbnb so we hung out here while we waited for…read moreour host. The owner was so helpful! We ordered our food, he explained each dish to us, and gave us extra fruit in our sangrias haha. When we asked him what sights we should see if we're on a time constraint, he brought us a map and showed us exactly where we should go. He even helped me with my Italian aha. The food though was also amazing, bruschetta was to die for, especially the proscuitto, and the pesto! When it was time to go, he served us and some other travelers a lemoncello shot, and we all cheers-ed and took one together. Definitely will be back when I travel though Florence again! :)

Excellent place for coffee or a quick lunch. Had both and loved the food and coffee. The host is an…read moreamazingly friendly person. And speaks English. No charge for sitting and having a coffee. Highly recommend.

Another reason to get out early and start the touring. So many tasty looking pastries and a…read moreCappuccino of course. We are learning as we go to save a little by not seating by drinking and eating standing.

Service was very helpful and friendly. We ate early inside and the ambiance was nice. We were able…read moreto finalize plans for our day. The pastries were delicious and paired well with our cappuccinos. Would recommend people stop by before seeing the Dome next door.

First off , as soon as you walk in and start ordering , the guy taking the order , Indian looking…read moreguy , rude right away . He makes you feel pressured to order . I then went to make another order , I told him iced tea , he looks at me like I'm stupid and says , which iced tea there's a lot of different ones , in the US iced tea is a specific drink so I didn't know . He could have just explained how it works and not look at me or talk to me very sarcastically . Where I'm from it's disrespectful but I have to be polite no matter how rude someone is. The bathroom is very dirty. Has foul smell. Also no one is there to wipe down the tables when people finish so it was dirty. Food was not bad to be honest but the service and cleanliness could have been better . Italy offers the best in many things but I won't be coming back to this location. If this guy was not there I think we would have had a better experience without a doubt The same guy will be responding to this post by the way

Cute place had a few crepes.... They were enjoyable It Got…read morevery busy after we came in Seating inside available Enjoy

This new café has just opened up in this attractive downtown space, known still by locals as the…read more"Casa della Creatività". The courtyard has been brightened up with planters containing fruits and vegetable plants. The inside is larger than it used to be as offices have been moved out. The bar provides gluten free, organic food. It has just opened and so far I have only been to an aperitivo so I will have to review again when I can come to lunch here! I have always eaten at the bar at this location when there has been one so I hope it stands up to the location :)

Delicious gelato and wonderful macaroons! So many flavors it was hard to pick! Service was fast and…read morefriendly, there was a line but it moves very fast!

Delicious AND beautiful, Amorino has a specialty of serving its gelato in the shape of petals like…read morea rose. It's really pretty and the gelato filled macaron on the top is a nice treat as well. Those come in two sizes, this visit that's what I had but my friend had salted Carmel gelato and it was really nice. They have locations in a lot of major cities too so just because you aren't in Firenze doesn't mean you can't enjoy Amorino! Five stars.

I don't believe this place is still in business. Unable to locate. Would recommend calling before…read moreheading out.

Gross! Smells like cigarettes and is dark and dank inside. The prices here are cheap but you get…read morewhat you pay for. The chocolate croissant looked good but was hard and tasted stale. The ham and cheese croissant was underdone, cold, hard and stale. Everything tasted like it was made last week. There are plenty of other cafes to go to!! Go somewhere else!