Chinese food in Florence! Started with shrimp chips as appetizer. Other delicious appetizers-…read morevegetarian fried dumplings: Shrimp dumpling, fried spring rolls - excellent! Korean bbq- tasted more like stir fry Flank steak, not a typical Korean bbq, but very tasty; stir fry tagliatelle - good; chicken curry and the miso ramen with tofu - meh. Udon with shrimp- good. Service - very slow, restaurant was a little busy

This is not a restaurant. Was informed they only do catering. Nice people. Yelp needs to fix…read morethis.

Food was good. They hand make the noodles and you can see them! Super fresh tasting. Not the most…read moreflavorful, but affordable, with good service and clean atmosphere.

Was craving some Asian food and found this spot for hand pulled noodles. Based on the kitchen, does…read morelook like noodles are authentically hand pulled each order. You can choose between many different types of noodles (thickness). The flavor of the broth is ok - needed more flavor but not bad. Skip the soup dumplings - definitely frozen out of a bag and heated.

Decent spot for some spicy Chinese dishes and good noodle soups. It is small and cozy, though can…read morefill up quickly during mealtimes. Food was prepared quickly though service was not the most attentive - we had to request things like water, condiments, the check, etc a few times before actually receiving them.

Been twice and overall unimpressed. Small portions, overall lack g true Sichuan heat and depth of…read moreflavor and argumentative when they mess up a dish or cocktail badly. Who needs that? Beef flavor just wasn't good. Hot sour soup ok, 50% of the dishes just don't cut it.

Amazingly delicious and enormous portion - - porchetta sandwich upstairs at the central market…read more Unfortunately, I don't recall the name of the restaurant, but certainly worth seeking out. If I go back one day, I'll have the exact same sandwich again!

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 am on a three week trip in Europe and started to feel a little under the weather when I passed a…read moreRamen spot in Florence and knew it must be fate. I've had plenty of delicious pasta and pizza since I've been here, but as far as I know, those foods do not have the same magical healing properties as a big ole bowl of broth, so I chose that for dinner tonight. The food here was very good, surprisingly authentic, and really reasonably priced. Plus they called the Gyoza "Japanese Ravioli" which I think is adorable. The space is a little cramped but that's normal for Europe, they had two rooms so they could probably accommodate a bigger group if you gave them enough notice. Great Ramen and you can't beat the price- check it out if you're in Florence!

SO! GOOD!!! The gyoza was to die for, and the ramen was so tasty. If you're looking to get away…read morefrom all the Italian food for a bit and try something different, go here!

I am incredibly disappointed with our experience at Gangnam Ristorante Coreano, which completely…read moreruined what should have been a special high school graduation celebration for my son.The moment we walked in, the staff was entirely unwelcoming. They immediately cornered us to ask if we had a reservation, yet we watched them let other customers pass through the door right after us without asking them the same question. The waitresses seemed completely bored and visibly bothered whenever we asked for service. In fact, when we asked for assistance, the waitress seemed irritated. It was incredibly disrespectful and unprofessional.Unfortunately, the food did not make up for the toxic attitude. The beef was incredibly tough, and the rest of the meal lacked flavor--likely because the hostile atmosphere ruined any chance of enjoying it. On a hot evening, the only thing welcoming about this place was the air conditioner. The air was cold, and the service was even colder.I will never go back to this establishment, not even for a glass of water. I strongly recommend looking elsewhere if you want a warm, respectful, and pleasant dining experience in Florence.

*Disclaimer - we did not get a chance to sit down and eat here…read more We were excited to take a break from the daily pizza and pasta experience of italy and made our trek to this area in search of this restaurant. Upon arrival, we were told we needed to order atleast two portions of meat equating to $100 euro if we were to sit down and weren't allowed to order any korean dishes off the menu without doing so. I have never experienced this type of predicament where I had no autonomy over what I were to order. I was looking to order dishes like bibimbap and jigae stew which they advertise on their menu. Ultimately we ended up leaving and it wasn't a pleasant encounter, it kind of felt like they were trying to rip us off as tourists.

Centrally located, fast & friendly service, and reliable good Chinese food when you need a break…read morefrom standard Italian cuisine. We enjoyed the sizzling beef, salt & pepper chicken, Mama's fried rice, and chicken & corn soup. Plenty of seating in a clean comfortable ambiance. We dined here 3 times in a week (really needed a break from pizza & pasta!) - I would definitely recommend this spot.

I rarely write 1-star reviews, but this was by far the worst dining experience I had in Italy. The…read moremanager told us to throw up and spit out our food, slammed the table in front of us, and caused a very loud scene. The moment we walked in, we were directed to the very back table, although there was only 1 other party. Not a huge deal, but the staff were very insistent on this. Our food then took 30+ minutes to come out, after we asked about it - the parties seated after us actually got most of their food before us. After our meal, we noticed a €12 added charge to our bill. There was no prior notice of the cover charge - it was a sneaky move to target tourists. We calmly asked the manager about the charge, and she blew up completely. She kept going between "all of Italy's restaurants do this" and "it is only us that does this!" She then told us repeatedly to spit out all of her food, which is still bizarre to me. I tried explaining to her in English (as my Mandarin isn't as sharp), but I was met with "I am a Chinese person. I speak Chinese! Do NOT speak English to me!" This was also bizarre to me because she clearly understood me, but was repeatedly harassing me for my inability to speak Chinese with her. It ended with her aggressively throwing back the €12 at us to try to prevent us from writing negative reviews. Overall, an extremely unpleasant and almost repulsive experience. Would not recommend.

We all ordered ramen, but it was disappointing. The soup was excessively salty, and the noodles…read morewere cut into tiny one-inch pieces, making it feel like a more upscale version of instant ramen. Frankly, I would rather have instant ramen. Awful! At 7 PM, right as they opened, the first thing they informed us was that we had one hour to finish eating, even though there was no line and the restaurant was absolutely empty. So far, this has been the worst restaurant experience of our trip.

If you're coming from the U.S., don't bother coming here. The ramen is fine but it isn't as good as…read moreyou can find in the U.S., we felt "meh" about the food here. Maybe if you really desire something other than Italian cuisine!!

This is the fantabulous sushi, the one and only you find in the very heart of Florence…read more These little plates are a joy for the palate and eyes, prepared express in front of you and served with taste. The ambience is fancy and tranquil, servers are kind and they always have suggestions that go with your meal. It's the place where you want to take your date as it's intimate and gourmand. Just love it!

Kome was good, but wasn't anything spectacular. We went for quick sushi bite & it was perfect for…read morethat. You sit around a tiny conveyor with various sushi options and pick what you want to try. The price is associated with the plate design. Very expensive! It's good that you can try a good variety, but for 30€ for 9 pieces of sushi rolls...yikes! We didn't leave full, but we weren't going to keep eating there. Love the concept, liked the sushi...it satisfied my need for sushi.

4.2 stars. We were…read moretired of more pasta and pizza. So we are looking for something else in Florence. Truffle ramen 9.5€ -4.8 stars- Ramen is handmade. One full table spoon of truffle sauce and the combination is devine! There are 2 pieces of large cha siu, half fatty and half lean. If soup is more hot, it would beat most ramen places in US. Salmon fried rice. 5.9€ -4.0 stars- Hugh portion. Tasted good. Oyako don (chicken and eggs with onion over rice) 6.8€ -3.6 Stars- egg is over cooked. Taste is similar to normal Japanese restaurants. With air conditioning and clean restroom. Hard to find in Italy.

We all ordered 10.50 bowl, no upgrades and water (we only drink water). Was 70.00+ for 4 people,…read morethey added 20.00 to sit down. It was cramped, the food was not great, and the service was AWFUL. We had a much better experience at John Borno's ate there several times.