Matthew W.

I had high expectations reading reviews and hearing from friends about this restaurant, and wow did they deliver! I can see why it is a top steakhouse in the world. The service was exceptional, and able to answer all our questions about the different cuts of meat, wines, and sides. Florentine steaks are massive, so make sure to bring someone to share with! We got a ~1.5 kilo steak, and they cooked it perfectly! The meat was tender and flavorful, and it was a treat to see the steak cut at our table. We also shared a side of the truffle potatoes which complimented the flavors of the steak well. Make sure to leave room for dessert as well! Their cheesecake is the best I have ever had. It was very rich and creamy, and left me wanting a second dessert!

Matthew R.

Ciao Bello!!!! This was the perfect steak Florentine experience. The restaurant feels so intimate and you're literally steps away from the duomo. I love the "intellectual" ambiance they have and we thoroughly enjoyed the wine list to help us devour a steak large enough to feed a pack of hungry wolves! Alessandro our server was great! Be hungry when you come to "the Queen of steaks" because the Fiorentia comes with a tiered antipasti that consists of meats, cheeses, and various Bruschetta's. The kitchen politely indulged our "American" request to cook the steak to medium rare plus when it's normally served rare. Nonetheless our entire party of four were in heaven and they couldn't have made a more enjoyable evening.

Alan H.

If you're coming here for Florentine steak, you'll need to come hungry and with another person. The minimum people is two people for the prefix Florentine steak and it is served table side! You'll get a lot of food and can choose your sides. The crostini tray is a nice start, but the star of the meal of course is the steak. It is big, juicy, and uniquely beefy flavor which I honestly never had before. Absolutely a must try meal when in Florence! The service was quick and helpful to explain the menu and the restaurant has a semi business casual ambiance.

The ambiance and service were top notch. We split the Cesar salad and fresh bread for the perfect start. The homemade dressing and shaved parmigiana were delicious. The wine recommendation paired perfectly with the seared steak. They bring out specific cuts of steak for you to choose from and slice it table side and have an array of desserts on a cart. We had no room for dessert, but they looked delectable.

Candace L.

Wow! Regina Bistecca probably takes best meal I had in Italy on my most recent visit. I don't love the food in Italy, something my Mom reminded me of recently when I complained about it again. I'll admit, I didn't see this one coming. My bestie had made the booking for us when I told him he needed to be contributing to the planning of this holiday. He explained to me how "bistecca" was a thing. Me, someone who eats very little red meat would have never known. I had made us a few bookings but was totally game to see his contributions since they are very rare in the form of planning anything. He knocked it out of the park with this one. I saw pics of the place and it looked pretty. He told me I'd like it because it was in an old bookstore, and well... I love books! a lot more than red meat. I had every intention of eating mainly sides and even reminded him on our walk over that he'd probably need to eat most of the meat because I'd only be able to stomach a few tiny bites. I'm laughing at myself now, and wondering who in world was at dinner with my friend because that woman ate damn near half of the massive piece of meat presented to us. We couldn't order the priciest cut that my friend wanted because they can only do that piece rare, and there's just absolutely no way I could do it so we opted for the one down from there which can be prepared Medium rare. The entire evening was so pleasant and I'm extremely grateful for it all. Florence was so over run by tourists (cringe! I'm repulsed by that many people) that any peace and calm to escape it felt most memorable. This meal was one of those occasions. Their dining room is beautiful, service was outstanding, my wine was soooo yummy (had a Sangiovese) and the food - so satisfying and plentiful. The starters (meats, cheeses, breads, veggies) were a complete meal in themselves, the sides (we chose creamed spinach, roasted potatoes), and desserts (I had the tiramisu, he had cheesecake) were all very tasty. I'm not one to recommend meat places, but if you're looking for a fabulous Bistecca experience In Tuscany, this is it! Of course, I was happy to spot their collection of Foodie books when we left. I browsed through the titles which made me very happy - the icing on the cake, of a very lovely experience. Can't beat the walk here either, taking in the Duomo on a full belly and wine makes it that much more fun!

Sean W.

What a wonderful experience, excellent steak and service! We were not rushed at all. We had 2 very knowledgeable waiters throughout our amazing meal. Steak sliced at our table, cooked to perfection. I highly recommend Regina Bistecca while in Florence.

Abigail R.

I've never had a better steak in my life! We made reservations here after getting a recommendation from a Florence local. To say the least, we were wowed beyond expectation. Everything we had here from the antipasti to the cappuccino at the end was some of Florence's best. I'm from Texas where steak is a big deal. I've eaten many steaks in many different places, different cuts, and different preparation. This steak was the best. The dry aging embraces the beef and gives it a nice beefy flavor at the forefront with a tender and gentle texture. Get it rare. I've seen so many people complain about a rare steak. However, if you're really against the tradition you can ask them to make it Medium or Medium Rare. They are willing to accommodate! The service here is amazing! Our reservation was for 7:30, but we got there at 7:00. They were willing to serve us as soon as we walked in, no problem. Our server was so funny and so sweet. He helped us pair a good wine that would compliment our meal from start to finish. The guy also knows how to cut and season a steak to perfection. They do it tableside. Overall, this restaurant is a very relaxed, upscale place. It's got so much history behind the location itself as you'll see on the cards in the table. I've seen complaints about the price. However, I don't see any issue with the price as we got a beautiful three course meal for what I considered a very reasonable price. Absolutely the best steak you will eat in Italy! The only bad part of the meal was realizing we finished the steak!

Wael D.

Came here with my wife, who's a pescatarian. She made the reservations because she wanted me to have "one of the best steaks in Florence". I couldn't order a traditional florentine steak because you need two people to order it, so I ordered the filet. My steak was honestly nothing special but it wasn't bad. The bone marrow appetizer I had was incredible and the truffle potato gratin was also really good. The one dish my wife was able to order was also not bad. The restaurant had almost no AC which was annoying so get ready to sweat.

Maya D.

A friend from Puglia recommended this restaurant to us and we made reservations for our large party of 10 for lunch in advance. It was pretty empty when we got there and the service was really great! Everyone ordered the steak with sides for 2 and we all split. The appetizers they brought out were absolutely amazing! I am still thinking about the selection of cheese and meats they brought to us. The sides we ordered were also very good. The crispy artichokes were perfect and I think sometimes I dream about the creamy truffle potatoes. A side note for American's like us. This place cooks a steak like a true Italian. If you want your steak medium rare, best to order medium. And after a perfect lunch I ordered a slice of tiramisu from their dessert cart. The cream was not too fluffy with really good flavor. Not too much espresso and not too much cocoa powder on the top. Overall a solid slice. 7.75/10 Would definitely eat here again!

Jessy G.

Excellent steak! I normally prefer well done (these are not) I figured when in Florence, try a Florentine steak. Steaks are amazing and tender! Amazing experience! I highly recommend! Do not skip on the tartufo pasta! It was amazing and you chances are you may never find it again. The wine was great as well. Oh and desert! I have to stop. I'm getting hungry recalling this information. If you go, Enjoy!

David F.

Very good service and ambiance but meal was just okay and pricey. We got the Florentine prix fixe at $69 Euro/person excluding wine. The chef selects the steak and it cooked rare. Which reinforced my preference for medium rare. The knives were dull and the steak was rare meant quite a struggle to pare it down to bite size. The Chianti was a waitress recommend and we enjoyed it. Overall it was an expensive meal that didn't knock my socks off and definitely not one of my top 5 steaks eaten.

Troy R.

My wife travels to Florence often and has visited Regina Bistecca many many times. After hearing great things it was time I made a trip to check it out. The hype is definitely justified and I will have added it to the top 5 steaks I've ever eaten. With that rating please keep in mind I live on a "animal only" lifestyle I eat steak at least 2-3 days a week. I travel the world for work and fun it try out some of the top rated places and yes Regina tops the list. Can't wait to visit again this fall. Pro tip: pay the extra cost for much thinker steak. 1.5-2.5" thick is the best option for cooking I have found.

Great food. Great friendly service. Very unique ambiance a former book store. Definitely worth the try!!