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!

This restaurant is a pure gem in the heart of Florence. I ordered carbonara and the food by far…read moresurpassed all my expectations. It was very delicious and rich in flavor. I paired it with a glass of white wine which completed my meal. The service is lovely too. The staff was very attentive to me. Although small, the restaurant has a lovely atmosphere and ambiance. I highly recommend this spot if you are interested in true Italian pasta.

Food was amazing, great service as well. Small and simple menu but with a good variety. Cheap on…read morethe prices being so close to the tourist spots. Gem for sure

Worth the tourist trap line. We went around 11:45 and got our food 30 minutes later. There are…read moreactually two stores next to each other so you can get in either line! We got the Tuscana after seeing many people recommending it on Yelp - nice work y'all! It was delicious. All their ingredients are clearly fresh including their bread. We also asked for them to cut our sandwich in half and it was just right for two people.

This is definitely a famous spot for sandwiches in Florence. Take this review with a grain of salt,…read moresince I didn't order the most famous sandwich, but one I thought I would like the best flavor wise. The bread was flavorful but very hard. After my second bite my jaw hurt from chewing. I really enjoyed the sauces the put on my sandwich. I would say from the three sandwiches my friends and I ordered, the spreads/sauces on all of them were our favorite part. The line moves fast, so if you do decide to go don't be intimidated by it. Overall, the sandwich was a 6/10.

Panini Toscani was one of the recommended sandwich spots from a couple of viral videos I've seen of…read moreFlorence. It would be the third sandwich spot on our trip, and we had been to a couple of bangers beforehand that set the bar. I was a bit worried that we were getting lured into a tourist trap because of the restaurant being by the duomo, but it was located behind it where there was much less foot traffic compared to the front facing Piazza Santa Maria Novella. We arrived around noon on a Sunday. My husband and I arrived early enough to beat the lunch crowd, so we had no wait at all. By the time we finished our sandwiches, we saw the queue out the door. There were a couple of high tables inside the restaurant, but there was more seating outdoor. I really liked how you can customize your sandwich the way you wanted down to the bread, meats, cheeses, and toppings. They didn't only have schiaccata bread, which I thought was cool. You had other options of breads like ciabatta. Panini Toscani allows you to sample their various meats, such as porchetta, proscuitto, mortadella, etc. As someone who doesn't eat pork, one of the employees had me sample their various cheeses instead. Since I've been eating schiaccati the past 2 days, I stuck to the same bread as a baseline and added soft cheese, arugula, spicy marinara, eggplant, and sundried tomatoes. I enjoyed my sandwich very much, and the crunch on the bread was everything.

Panini Toscani sits right near the Duomo, making it one of the most conveniently located (and…read morepopular) quick bites in Florence. The exterior is small and charming, with a line spilling out the door, while the interior is cozy and bustling with limited seating. The vibe is lively, welcoming, and very interactive, with opportunities to taste their various meats and cheeses. There's Italian and English menus to peruse before you create your customizable sandwich; the amount of options is almost overwhelming, though sampling can help alleviate this "problem." We arrived at around noon on a Wednesday, and waited around fifteen minutes; the line moves fast, despite being out the door! You select from a variety of breads, meats, cheeses, and four additional toppings; they will then lightly toast your sandwich, and you pay at the front counter. I opted for their Ciabatta Toscana with Porchetta (roast pork), Stracciatella (a shredded creamy cheese similar to burrata), rucola (arugula), pepperoni sotto aceto (peppers in vinegar), pepperoni grigliati (grilled peppers), and melanzane (eggplant). My panini was a wonderful blend of textures and flavors; the bread had a crisp exterior and a pillowy-soft interior, the roast pork was succulent and well-seasoned with an herby crust, the straciatella added a creamy richness, and the various vegetables packed an acidic punch. The sandwich was also quite a generous portion, leaving me full for hours. In terms of price point, I believe I ended up paying around €12, which was quite affordable, especially given the central location, interactive experience, and generous portions: excellent value for a high-quality quick meal.

I absolutely LOVE this market. They had everything you could want and all of the food was…read moredelicious. We tried the famous Lampredotto and loved it so much. We also stopped at the truffle counter and had some apps. There is something for everyone and its wonderful that its open late.

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.

We had a wonderful meal. Your team were extremely accommodating, welcoming, warm and generous. The…read morefood was delicious and everyone agreed it was a perfect place for our dinner. We chose the restaurant as we had 2 vegetarian guests joining us but it was truly special for everyone in the party. Perfectly cooked rabbit, incredibly beautiful monkfish, special little amuse bouche at the start, great wine selection. Not traditional Florentine but the essence of Italy is all there: lovely ingredients, warm hospitality and a feeling of welcome. I couldn't recommend it more highly.

This was quite possibly the greatest dinner of my life. We booked a pasta making class through…read moreViator at the recommendation of our AirBNB host. My teenage boys, wife, and I had an amazing time. For 3 hours we learned how to make pasta and bolognese then the restaurants professional staff served us the dinner we made. As good as the food and wine pairing was, the experience was what really set Cuculia apart ...if you've read Will Giudara's book Unreasonable Hospitality you'll understand that the love and passion the entire team at Cuculia puts into their work means everything to them. This is a must visit restaurant in Florence. Ps. The off-menu mascarpone with pear sauce dessert was out of this world.

Wow, this place is amazing. Our waiter was very friendly and he was super hilarious. He made jokes…read moreand it enlightened the room. He provided us with excellent service. We ordered the 2.6 lb dry aged Florentine steak and gnocchi. The Florentine steak is a must try steak here. It was very juicy, tender, and it was bursting with flavor. The meat was nice and chewy. The steak was gigantic and it is bigger than my head. They first bring out the raw steak and weight it in front of you. The steak is enough to share for three people. The gnocchi was also very delicious. It was cheesy and rich. It was also in a way creamy and the cheese just melted in your mouth. One of the best things I've ever put in my mouth and eaten. The cheesecake is very famous in this restaurant. We tried it and understand why. The cheesecake was super creamy and soft. I had a great time and experience here. Definitely will be back sometime soon hopefully. This is a place I highly recommend to everyone. Come and try it out for yourselves.

Another excellent spot we tried in Florence. We were greeted as soon as we walked in and seated…read moreimmediately. The staff was very friendly and our waiter was Nugo. He was awesome and had us laughing the entire night. We peppered him with a lot of questions about the menu, he answered everything and also accommodated my father-in-law, who is GF. He had his own GF bread basket and was able to order almost anything on the menu. We ordered a nice bottle of Montepulciano red for the table that was $48. Others had the Hugo spritz. For app I had the anchovies with roasted red pepper, sea salt and oil over grilled crostini, very good. I skipped first course and ordered the ribeye steak for my main course. Bone in, medium rare, sprinkled with sea salt and a side of onion marmalade. The steak was very good and had way less fat than I expected. The waiter suggested a huge steak for the table, but I was the only one ordering steak that night. Maybe next time. Others ordered the fillet and it was cooked perfectly, the angels and demons gnocchi, and the veal scallopini. Everybody was pleased Really cool spot with a very good wine selection, drinks, excellent food and a fun atmosphere that you don't find at many places. Nugo was an A+ server.

Fantastic sandwiches served by a great guy. Lots of meat and vegetarian options. Two styles of…read morebread, both of which are delicious. Stop lining up for panini places you saw on Tik Tok and come here with no line!

Went there for a good sandwich because it was recommended but, when i went to ask for arugula on my…read moresandwich, which is very popular and known in Italy. I got screamed at, not even joking about how that is some "Mafia Shit" and I don't think i could count the amount of times the word "fucking" came out of his mouth, definitely not good customer service and spits in food so if u want a sandwich with a side of spit this is your place and the place was dull and dirty.

Great spot if you're looking for a little protein for breakfast! Everything is super fresh. I…read moreordered a golden latte and it was lovely.

Omg I needed this place in my life!!!! So amazing. Their salads are humongous. They put salt water…read moreon their lettuce which made it so good like so good. They have so many toppings all of which are so fresh. I got a salad with apples and they cut the apple on the stop to put on it. They also aren't skimpy with toppings which I appreciate. For a healthy place the prices I feel like are pretty fair. The staff was generally friendly- they asked if we were students and gave us a punch card (which I will be filling up so quickly). They have about 4 tables outside which is nice to dine at when its warm. Their menu is actually very large- from salads, to smoothies, to bowls, to soups, to breakfast. This place is truly so good I will be coming back often.

Do not believe the couple of bad reviews for this restaurant! Its wonderful! A true vegetarian…read morerestaurant that I could bring my meat loving husband to and he'd still be happy. I was recommended here by a local. Its very small and we lucked in to a table for two. They change the menu daily according to what the chef finds fresh at market. They do have their staples that are always on the menu. My friend in Florence recommended we start with the focaccia with formaggio OMG so good! It takes a good 10-15 mins for them to make it so order right away. I had the spaghetti al 4 cavoli aglio. It had caulifower, cabbage, and kale. It was amazing. The other person with me had the polenta with shiitake, pomodoro and greens. This restaurant is unassuming but on a higher level than your average trattoria. Best meal of our trip so far. Everyone was so nice and it was the first restaurant we've been to in Florence that had a woman chef. If you want a boring big bowl of spaghetti and meatballs or pizza go somewhere else and don't take up table space here!

Lovely little restaurant close to Pitti Palace and Boboli Gardens. They are all vegetarian and…read moreoffer some vegan items. The menu changes daily but everything looks delicious on the menu I ordered the tagliatelle with a vegan ragu (no Parm) which was amazing. The first pasta I have eaten during my visit to Italy since I can't always count on the pasta being egg free. This place is family owned and you can tell they really put their heart into the restaurant. My waitress was not part of the family but she was friendly, explained menu options and was attentive. If you're vegetarian or vegan, you must come here while if Florence. And, even if you're not vegetarian, why not try a new place with good food?