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 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.

came here based on the yelp reviews. Location is in a weird parking lot adjacent area. lots of cars…read moredriving by. this was upsetting for my mother. she asked to sit more inside away from cars driving by, her concern was for dirt/pollution. the outside area was cute, elevated, great breeze. the wait staff were welcoming and nice. Only got an eh face when we unordered the fanta. the margherita pizza was GREAT. crust beats Eataly. a little stingy on the basil rigatoni with ragu: red sauce, yummy the fettucine with ragu: different sauce. also yummy bruschetta, fresh, slightly burnt bread, would've liked more basil. not sure if there was any basil or if it was supposed to have basil... would definitely eat here again.

Wow definitely coming back before I leave Definitely try the Spaghetti with tomato and basil, the…read morebruschetta and the pizza with spicy pepperoni (diavola) I ate everything it it was delicious , The host or owner is hilarious as well such a great 1st experience here in Florence

Quick recap: - Food: Tasty…read more- Portion size: Large - Service: Average - Environment: Large restaurant with outdoor seating - $: Average to good - Perks: N/A Overall? Great pizzas, ok staff. Nice outdoor patio. More details: Went there for dinner. Ordered the Marita - 1/2 margherita and 1/2 marinara ($8). The pizza was very big and good. Highly recommend.

Best pizza I've ever had!! Definitely give this place a go…read more The pizzas are huge! The service was excellent. Good wine selection.

Great pizza, friendly service. These were Napoli or Neapolitan thin crust pizzas, and thin crust…read moreis my personal favorite. Easy to eat, easy to eat lots of slices with a focus on the toppings. We tried two to split amongst the four of us, their Pesto and their Cotto de Funghi. Both were excellent and both quickly disappeared. We had gotten a table inside to escape the brutal heat that has accompanied us on this vacation. We were all thirsty and kept grabbing drinks from their cooler, waving them in the air to staff so they could keep track. That created kind of a friendly bond for the short time we were there, just adding to our positive experience.

Amazing pizza. Recommended by Google and it did not disappoint. Prosciutto pizza with tomatoes and…read morecheese with zero.

One of the best restaurants I have ever been to! The family is amazing and their staff are part of…read morethat family. They were so friendly and kind and gave us trip advice and even made us a special drink. We saw Ciro on instagram and thought we'd try his restaurant! We didn't expect to eat here 3 times in 2 days!! Thank you Ciro and Sons and thank you Alex! You guys made our trip to Florence magical

Coming here with celiac disease, I felt really looked after. They gave me my own GF bread and my…read moregnocchi plate was marked with a gluten-free sticker I wish I had liked my dish more, especially after hearing such good things. I don't think it was this place's fault, just not for me. The cheese was smoked, which I hadn't seen any indication of on the menu. Maybe there is something about the dish that makes those in the know expect that flavor, but honestly, the flavor made me gag, which I assume is attributable to my vegetarianism We got there a little before the dinner rush, and I could see how it could get really busy. It is what it is, but I wouldn't come here if you're in a rush

Amazing pizza! Staff was also super friendly. If seating is full you can order your pizza here and…read morefind a seat at Gust Bar across the street.

Nothing crazy but pizza is GOOD pizza!…read more Tried a handful of pizza spots honeymooning with wife. We've been married for 15 days and we love LOVE pizza. Excavating pizza together has been so fun and Gusta Pizza sits in our top ten as of today!

Service was outstanding with a party of 16. We sat in a private room which resembled a wine…read morecellar. I ordered the Rib Eye, medium knowing in Italy, it usually comes out rare to medium rare. My streak came out rare. It was a bit chewy for me due to the rareness. However, it was tasty.

Pleasant, moderately priced restaurant serving pizza, steak, pasta. We sat outside because of such…read moregreat weather. We were jetlagged, having just arrived in Italy, so this was a informal restaurant just a short walk from our hotel. The food was good. We split a tomato puree pizza, with bacon and Pecorino cheese. We also had large glasses of Ciante wine (6 euros). The service was ok, but it took a while for a waiter to take our order. However, service is pretty laid back in Italy.

Honestly upon arrival I didn't realize that I was sitting in the gluten free section of the…read morerestaurant. But after I ate my pizza I didn't care. The gluten free crust was so interesting and delicious. Nice and fluffy. If you are gluten free and are in Florence this should definitely be a go to. And if you aren't gluten free I'm sure the non gluten free part of the restaurant is equally as good, or you could try the gluten free pizza because it was delicious.

Carbonara is tasty. Service is not. Server was a little harsh. But I cleaned my plate!read more

Perfect and delicious. Family run, momma, papa, and daughter, Nina…read more From the amazing pizza to the homemade Lemonchello, this place is the best!

We had some drinks around the corner and were hungry so decided to come here due to the great…read morereviews. We walked in and the guy who spoke to us almost seemed bothered that we came in. I felt like it was almost an inconvenience to ask if there was a table for 2 . Once we got sat the waitress who helped us was very nice. We didn't realize how big the pizzas were but the price was great for two of them. I was pulling apart slices but the pizza was soggy and the toppings were coming off BUT the flavor was really good!!!!

Quaint hole in the wall pizza/panini eatery. Everything was made fresh, and our piping hot…read moreMargheritas just came out of the oven. Friendly chef/owner made us feel less touristy and like an old regular. The crust was crispy and the sauce had tomatoes you could taste. My recommendation is the spinach/cheese foccacia.

Bondi Le Focaccine is a great little spot to grab a quick lunch while walking around Florence. It's…read moreright by the market area with all the leather vendors, so it's definitely in a very touristy and busy part of town. The place itself is pretty small, with maybe eight tables or so. They serve a bunch of different focaccia sandwiches with cheeses, meats, spreads, and other toppings. They also have slices of pizza and other options that they'll heat up and turn into sandwiches for you. Everything we had was really good, especially for how inexpensive it was. The staff didn't seem to speak a ton of English, but it was still very easy to order, and the menu was simple enough for an English speaker to understand. Overall, it's a great little stopping point if you're walking around the market and want something cheap, quick, and good. Nothing fancy, but exactly what you want from a little focaccia shop in Florence.