Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Ristorante Natalino

    4.5 (126 reviews)
    ModerateTuscan
    Closed 12:00 pm - 10:30 PM

    Ristorante Natalino Photos

    RISTORANTE NATALINO ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Intimate
    Romantic
    Classy

    Recommended Reviews - Ristorante Natalino

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Steak Florentine, with potatoes and salad
    Ron H.

    This place was recommended by my hotel and it didn't disappoint. The Steak Florentine Scotona was epic melt in your mouth Florentine goodness . The potatoes are great and the Salad is worthy . Service was great and the prices good . Highly recommend this establishment! 5 stars

    Wow! Like others, this was highly recommended by our concierge so we took the advice. The only open reservation they had was at 930 pm so we took it. We were a few minutes late for our reservation but the attendant at the front was quite accommodating and friendly. The person that served our food was loud, clearly in a big hurry and pretty much tried to tell us what to order and how to eat it. I thought about walking out but we wanted to experience the culture and thought maybe this was it. We ordered the Florentine steak for two which apparently (per the waiter) you can only order medium rare - so we went for it. The wife ordered lasagna and the others had some pasta dishes. Briefly after ordering the waiter started yelling again. Apparently they "ran out of lasagna" and he wanted her to select something else. Very rude by American standards. He actually said "i know you eat something besides lasagna". Very high pressure presentatation. She selected a pasta dish. They served our meal and apparently the waiter did not place her pasta order and had to confirm it again. It came out 5 minutes later - partially cooked. The steak was basically seared on both sides and that was about it which explains the quick delivery for a 1.5 kg steak. The steak was okay (still moving) and the remaining pasta dishes were okay. I am not sure if it was because we were the last reservation or if the service is just this way - but it was terrible. The front of the restaraunt was still full when we left. This made me think of a Dicks BBQ in regards to the hospitality of the waiter..... but you go to Dicks for that.... definitely one and done.

    Wine and a  Jerry house door
    Julia M.

    Everything, this is amazing so proud Pardon my child. She just loves it. I had the Toscano rossa. It's smooth, tart and slightly sweet.

    Interior
    Mike M.

    This restaurant was recommended in Rick Steve's guidebook and deserved the recommendation. Outside it is rather unassuming but inside is warm and charming. They do offer inside and outside seating. For my primi, I ordered the lasagna for €13 and my secondi was the beef cheek stew and mashed potatoes (€18). The lasagna was a 5. Delicious in every way and the pasta was for real. I loved it. The meat and potatoes were very good too. The beef cheeks melted in my mouth as they were so tender. The potatoes were whipped and smooth to eat but had a slightly different after taste that spuds don't have in the US. Not bad just different. The secondi was a 4. Table service was prompt and professional. Ristorante Natalino served me an excellent dinner and left me full. I highly recommend it for a quality meal while in Firenze.

    Zucchini salad with truffles
    Holly W.

    Close to the Duomo and Uffizzi. Excellent service and atmosphere. Small menu but fabulous choices. Had rabbit, and pasta stuffed with pear in Gorgonzola sauce. I was concerned it would be too rich but wasn't. Zucchini salad with truffles yummy. Threat bread and bruschetta.

    Bruschetta
    Jazzy S.

    This restaurant was recommended by our Airbnb host, and we were so impressed! The food was amazing, so delicious, and made me love Florence even more. The service was excellent. Ambiance was nice semi fancy dinner to be expected in Italy. - Bruschetta (4.5/5): So fresh and delicious. Amazing start to the meal. - Eggplant parmesan (5/5): Ratio of sauce to cheese to eggplant was perfect. All around so good. - Lasagna (5/5): One of my favorite lasagnas ever. Perfect amount of meat, sauce, and the pasta is so fresh. Must try.

    Florentine steak .8 kg delicious

    Really enjoyed my evening at this restaurant had the Florentine steak with the side salad and potatoes delicious Chianti red wine reserve

    Lon T.

    Many thanks to the great staff at Hotel Bernini Palace for recommending this spot. It was pretty busy even at 8 pm so we took a table outside. Our server was wonderful and the food was excellent. Delicious salad to start and the pear stuffed pasta was just amazing. My friend's lasagna was also awesome and this is a first class spot to try in Florence!

    Aswathy K.

    Our wonderful Airbnb host booked us a reservation at this amazing restaurant. Truly a highlight of our visit in Italy. Our group was visiting from the United States and we had some of the best pasta ever. The service was spectacular and we had a wonderful waiter. If you are staying in Firenze, please do not miss out!

    Brandy G.

    Ristorante Natalino may be located right in the touristic heart of historic Florence, but don't let that deter you from visiting. The food and service are absolutely excellent! As with all restaurants in Italy, be sure to make a reservation (they'll ask when you arrive). We reserved a table in advance using an app called The Fork and were promptly seated when we arrived. Our waitress was extremely attentive and helpful throughout our whole meal. She was spot on with her dinner recommendations and everything we ordered were menu items she recommended and she didn't steer us wrong. We went with the pear filled pasta with Gorgonzola sauce. I was a little hesitant about ordering pasta filled with pear but surprisingly enough it worked! The pear added added a subtle sweetness that balanced out the salty gorgonzola sauce perfectly. I'm not sure I would want to eat a whole order of the dish by myself, but when split between my sister and I it was the perfect serving size. Next up, we had the ravioli with pistachio pesto, burrata and sun dried tomatoes. YALL. If I could eat this dish every single day, I don't think I would ever get tired of it. If you come to eat here you absolutely MUST order this. Finally, for our entree we shared the beef cheeks with mashed potatoes and you can NEVER go wrong with that. If you have the Yelp app, be sure to check-in at some point during your meal. I was very surprised when I did and was taken to a check-in offer for a shot of a house liquor. I showed the offer to our waitress and she offered us shots of limencello to cap of the end of our delicious meal. The next time I'm in Florence I'll definitely be returning.

    Steak Florentine.

    See all

    Photo of John P.
    35
    35
    1

    2 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1
    Photo of MIlton S.
    39
    606
    3204

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 month ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 2
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    2 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    11 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1
    Photo of Elena H.
    78
    19
    13

    9 months ago

    This was our favorite restaurant in Florence! We had the asparagus sformato, risotto, and rib eye steak. We highly recommend it.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1
    Photo of Ed G.
    31
    41
    3

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Lon T.
    31
    141
    66

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    6 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Jane M.
    9
    148
    155

    2 years ago

    Utterly delicious food all around. Service was excellent and charming! The restaurant has a warm inviting atmosphere as well-we'll be back!

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Tim F.
    1
    12
    0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Small and wonderful food and service. It's a place to be comfortable away from the crowds.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 years ago

    Helpful 6
    Thanks 1
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Gina M.
    494
    494
    2721

    7 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    So delicious I went back twice on my three days in Florence, the pasta is amazing and the service fantastic. Highly recommend! 10 stars!

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    8 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 2
    Photo of K L.
    0
    28
    54

    8 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Rollins L.
    4
    135
    169

    7 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Delicious Florence style food. Good wine selection and welcoming atmosphere. Service was good as well

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    Page 1 of 4

    Ristorante Natalino Reviews in Other Languages

    Review Highlights - Ristorante Natalino

    So delicious I went back twice on my three days in Florence, the pasta is amazing and the service fantastic.

    Mentioned in 28 reviews

    Read more highlights

    Verify this business for free

    Get access to customer & competitor insights.

    Verify this business

    La Buchetta - Linguine in clam sauce

    La Buchetta

    4.8(317 reviews)
    0.5 kmDuomo
    €€€

    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.

    Photos
    La Buchetta - A gigantic cork arched walkway. All corks came from wine opened here.

    A gigantic cork arched walkway. All corks came from wine opened here.

    La Buchetta
    La Buchetta

    See all

    Osteria del Cinghiale Bianco - Steak Florentine

    Osteria del Cinghiale Bianco

    4.6(371 reviews)
    0.9 kmPalazzo Pitti
    €€

    Wow, what a special place…read more Set inside a 14th-century tower near the Ponte Vecchio in Florence, this restaurant delivers an unforgettable dining experience from the moment you walk in. The atmosphere alone is worth a visit, but the food is what truly makes it exceptional. We ordered the ravioli, pappardelle with wild boar ragù, the Florentine steak, a mixed salad, affogato, and fresh strawberries with mascarpone cream. To drink, we shared a small carafe of red wine and a Pinot Grigio. Everything was spectacular. The Florentine steak was easily the best--and largest--I have ever had. Perfectly cooked, incredibly flavorful, and remarkably tender, it was the highlight of an already outstanding meal. The pappardelle with boar ragù was rich, hearty, and deeply satisfying, while the ravioli was beautifully prepared and full of flavor. Every dish felt authentic, carefully executed, and memorable. The wine was another pleasant surprise. Both selections were excellent and very reasonably priced, making the meal feel like an even better value. Our waiter was friendly, attentive, and incredibly helpful. He patiently answered questions, explained the menu, and guided us toward some fantastic choices. Although we thought we were too full for dessert, we're very glad we changed our minds. The affogato was fantastic, and the strawberries with mascarpone cream were absolutely delicious. One of the highlights of the evening was watching our four-year-old happily clutching two spoons and enthusiastically scooping fresh strawberries and mascarpone into his mouth. It was one of those memorable family travel moments that you don't forget. A terrific meal, a unique historic setting, excellent service, and a wonderful atmosphere. This was one of our favorite dining experiences in Florence, and I highly recommend it.

    I literally can't say enough good things about this place. Main takeaway: make a reservation!! I…read morecalled day-of and they squeezed us in at 6:15 (which was perfect) but everything before 9:30 was booked up. We were welcomed warmly by the staff (he literally said "ah yes I remember you" ) and guided to our cozy little table in the corner. Were ordered a bottle of Chianti Classico to start, as well as a few pastas plus the steak and cod. I can safely say the spaghetti pomodoro with burrata was the best pasta dish I've had in Italy - the pasta was perfectly cooked and the cherry tomatoes was so sweet, the kind of thing that reminds you why you came to Italy in the first place. Overall: great service, great atmosphere, and fantastic food. Just be sure to make a reservation!!

    Photos
    Osteria del Cinghiale Bianco - 6pm (1st seating upon opening was only reservation I could secure)

    6pm (1st seating upon opening was only reservation I could secure)

    Osteria del Cinghiale Bianco - Pappardelle with wild boar ragu

    Pappardelle with wild boar ragu

    Osteria del Cinghiale Bianco - Delicious Vermentino wine

    See all

    Delicious Vermentino wine

    Trattoria Mario - Pasta bolognese

    Trattoria Mario

    4.5(254 reviews)
    0.8 kmSanta Maria Novella
    €€

    made a reservation through ig dm haha. no tables without reservations…read more the florentine steak is massive. 1 kg nice crust. cooked nicely rare. some really good bites, some okay bites florentine steak is not world class for me. BUT at the price of 45 for this is amazing value.

    I've been to Florence before but didn't get a chance to try a Florentine steak. My husband and I…read moremade it a point to definitely get one for dinner on our first night in the city. I went to the internet for the best Florentine steak and Trattoria Mario consistently popped up as highly rated. I reached out to the restaurant via email to make a reservation for a Friday. I wanted to get the earliest reservation possible, so the restaurant reserved me for 7:30pm, which was when they open. I was advised to show up on time - even a 2 minute delay would make me miss my reservation. I can see why Trattoria Mario was strict on reservations. They open on the dot, and then a staff member calls out each reservation at 7:30pm like a roll call. Seemed to me that if you don't have a reservation then you're out of luck, because there was no waitlist and the restaurant small and space was limited. Service was great. Our waitress was highly attentive and got us in/out of the restaurant quickly, which was what we were going for. Food came out in a timely manner. We ordered the penne al ragu, salad misto, and a Florentine steak to share. The penne was perfectly al dente, and I liked the meat sauce. I did find the pasta sauce salty, but it could've came from the grated parmesan. The saltiness was not a fluke. The Florentine steak was just pure beef and a ton of salt... too much salt for my liking. I also decided that I'm not a fan of Florentine steak in general.

    Photos
    Trattoria Mario
    Trattoria Mario
    Trattoria Mario

    See all

    La Giostra - My steak cooked perfectly and flavored just enough to be fabulous.

    La Giostra

    4.2(803 reviews)
    0.1 kmDuomo
    €€€€

    By far one of the most highly recommended restaurants when we were making our plans for Florence…read more Highly recommend making a reservation because the wait without one would have been quite long. This restaurant is such a VIBE. Cozy, romantic and a total scene. Service was great as was the food. It was tough because there was so much on the menu that I wanted to try but we couldn't not order the pear ravioli and the Florentine steak. If I went back I would want to try the ossobuco which I saw at the table next to us and looked dynamite. If you only had one night in Florence this is the restaurant I would recommend.

    Food was good but not necessarily the best we had in Florence. Given the reviews and the price I…read morewas hoping for a supreme experience. I shared two pasta dishes with my daughter (the handmade Pappardelle with Maremman Wild Boar Ragu and the Carbonara). Both were very good but not the best we've had. Appetizers were good: Salad with pecorino cheese, oranges, pine nuts and walnuts. We ordered the Octopus appetizer as well. The Octopus was beautifully prepared and presented, but didn't have much flavor. They nailed the Espresso Martini! One of the best I've ever had! We ordered the huge Florentine steak to share between 4 of us and it was more than enough. Ultimately what knocked this review down to 3 stars and what was really disappointing was how they targeted us as tourists with the note at the bottom of the bill (see picture). It read "GRATUITY NOT INCLUDED" in all CAPITAL LETTERS. Also note it was the only thing in English on the entire bill. If it had been our first meal in Florence we might have fallen for this tactic, however it was our last. There's definitely some hostility towards tourists in Florence. Don't get me wrong, some of the people and restaurants we've visited have been very welcoming and friendly. However we recently saw tourist taxes go up significantly, and then you see tricks like this on the bill at La Giostra. This was the ONLY restaurant in Florence where we encountered this. Once jet fuel prices make flying a relic of the past I would argue that some Europeans who depend on tourists for their livelihood may not miss our presence but will certainly miss our spending. Save your money and go research the many other places to eat while in Florence.

    Photos
    La Giostra - Vibes

    Vibes

    La Giostra - Steak

    Steak

    La Giostra - Interior

    See all

    Interior

    Trattoria Giovanni - Tiramisu

    Trattoria Giovanni

    4.6(221 reviews)
    1.3 kmPalazzo Pitti
    €€

    Excellent food and authentic Italian experience. Don't be fooled by the English subtitles for the…read moremenu items the place is not a tourist trap.

    We had a lovely dinner at Trattoria Giovanni. We loved how cozy, spacious, and genuinely local it…read morefelt, like eating at your grandma's house. It's close enough to the lively, bustling part of Firenze to feel connected, yet just far enough to escape the city's never-ending wave of tourists. The service was incredible, and the owner (I'm pretty sure it was the owner?) brought so much energy that he single-handedly turned the whole place into an eclectic little spot during the "rush hour" of the evening. The menu was solid, if a bit "generic" at times. While everything we ordered was delicious, nothing at Trattoria Giovanni felt like a dish you couldn't find elsewhere... and honestly, that's perfectly fine! It was traditional, comforting, and exactly what we were craving. The plate of cured meats and cheese was phenomenal, a great start to the meal. The pastas were really good as well, though one of the meat dishes had a slightly off texture, with the chunks of meat a bit overcooked. All in all, we loved our meal and would definitely recommend this spot if you're in Florence.

    Photos
    Trattoria Giovanni - Exceptional service with great music selection! Every moment in this restaurant felt like being with a party of friends.

    Exceptional service with great music selection! Every moment in this restaurant felt like being with a party of friends.

    Trattoria Giovanni - Bistecca alla Fiorentina Chianina

    Bistecca alla Fiorentina Chianina

    Trattoria Giovanni - Bisetecca Florentino YUM!!

    See all

    Bisetecca Florentino YUM!!

    Ristorante Natalino - tuscan - Updated July 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...