L'Affresco is a local Gastonomia (Gastronomy) that I came across completely by accident. When I…read morelooked up what Gastronomy meant (because at first it sounded to me like a mix between an illness and a science) I found that it really means : 1. the practice or art of choosing, cooking, and eating good food. the cookery of a particular area. At L'affresco you will eat really good Tuscan food. When I walked in it smelled like grandma's kitchen. NOw, I came here completely by chance because I was in the area and I was looking for an internet point and the two bars here in Piazza della Liberta' where I go for internet and a caffe' BOTH were having Wifi Technical problems ... so when I walked by L'Affresco (a place that I've walked by a thousand times) and saw an ILLY coffee sign, I thought hmmm where there is coffee, there could be WiFi and .... I was right! Wahooo FAst Wifi ... a rarity these days for me . When I walked into the back room where I plopped down my gear : computer, coats, purse etc. I thought wow this place is really cute, how come I've never came here before? It's so close to where I live and so I looked at all the vintage photographs of Firenze , famous people eating spaghetti ... this place is nice super cute. The two people behind the counter took my order right away and gave me the code for the wifi, very nice people! Even though I already ate lunch, after 20 minutes of seeing all the other customers around me with their amazingly looking/smelling food, I couldn't resist... Yuup ... I had a second lunch ; 0 Their food is so good, I highly recommend the ribollita or one of the lasagna dishes AND they have a bunch of fresh cooked veggies, bean soups, meats and cheeses, it all looks so good. If you don't eat meat, you can still put together a great meal here. The ribollita has no animal product and there are a ton of sides to put together all of which are animal free ; ) Yay !! If you are visiting Florence for the first time (or tenth) and want to taste some traditional Tuscan dishes, while you surf the web AND people watch in a place that is full of local Florentines pausing for a lunch break and catching up with friends ... L'Affresco's is your place.

Lovely place hidden away from the main touristy areas. We initially found it as it is near the…read moreplace where we stayed. This place is wonderful for easy breakfast/coffee, and they have some of the most unique cocktails with fresh ingredients for later in the day (in addition to popular cocktails). The people working here are super nice, too!

Came here before dinner as the restaurant we were going to was not open yet. The interior has a…read morecharm in its quirky setup. Complementary carrots and nuts to go around. I got a moscow mule and friends ordered some wine. Would recommend if you're in the area for a quick stop. Friendly staff and just overall casual/chill environment.

Just had an amazing vegan meal here! Everything was absolutely delicious. Below is what we had,…read morealong with a slice of cake, an espresso and cafe latte. From the first bite, we were very impressed. We cleaned our plates and as I I looked around (table of four next to us, a few two seaters around us) others did the same! The dishes played with amazing collaborations of items with amazing creams and sauces that complimented the items. The waitress suggested an amazing dry white wine (sorry, forgot name) that I also enjoyed. I also have to compliment the waitress. She had a full house, but was extremely pleasant, engaging, respectful, and helpful (as we are visitors). Definitely go check out this AMAZING spot! Platto Unico: Mezze maniche al curry Carpaccio di avocado Involtini di melanzane Tortelloni di patate e zenzero Cavolo e mele Seitan masala

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!

Terrific service. Perfect place for a sunset apertivo! A Negroni and Aperol Spritz will never…read moredisappoint.

The cappuccino was good, the Panini was ok, but it was off time for them so the kitchen was closed…read more I had to make due. Best part was the classic card game going on in the back with all the enthusiasm of a pure Italian machismo

From the owner: Bar con paste fresche di pasticceria, pranzi veloci, piadine e bruschette in qualunque momento…read moredella giornata; angolo videoslot, locale WI-FI gratuito,