We were here for lunch after visiting the Duomo museum and trudging up Giotto's Campanile. The café is centrally located fronting the Piazza Della Signoria and near the Uffizi and Palazzo Vecchio. We brought an ample appetite. I had the salad niçoise and he had the cinghiale over polenta (pork stew). The entreés were satisfying though the tuna in the insalata was on the salty side. The desserts were less satisfying. His Sacher Torte was dry and bland. My praline combination was fair. We really enjoyed viewing the bustle of the customers insides Rivoire standing and sipping their espressos as well as the crowds of milling tourists outside on the Piazza, no doubt a classic Firenze experience. read more

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This is for a neutral review 3 stars is what you get! My girlfriend and I stopped here for a quick coffee we ordered 2 cups! and it came to about $20 including tip. That was the most expensive coffee I ever sipped on. It was so expensive I savored every drop of it. We sat outdoors I believe we were paying for the view and the heatlamp. All the waiters are older gentlemen with crazy looking mustaches in fine suits. That was a sight for me. read more

Rivoire - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Florence, FI

We always stop here for a nice quick coffee and cake, it's actually quite affordable/normal cafe prices if you stand at the bar and don't take a table inside or outside! Don't be a tourist, stop in for your 1 euro cake and 1 euro coffee and take a walk in the piazza afterwards! Otherwise I think it's something like 7 euro to sit outside. No thanks! It's lovely inside too, with the glass chandeliers and beautiful pastry selection. read more

Rivoire - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Florence, FI

You're buying a seat on the terrace overlooking the Piazza della Signoria. Well worth it. If you just want a coffee which we did. Wouldn't care to try the food as it's a touristy place nowadays. But the view is what one pays for really. We visited in 2006 and will soon again. The service was polite and efficient nothing less, nothing more and that is all one needs. read more

I thought this would be on par with the hot chocolate at Angelina's in Paris which is why I went in. I had an 8:15 reservation nearby at the Uffizi and hadn't had breakfast so I figured I would get a hot chocolate with whipped cream to go from the bar. It was 4.50 Euros for a tiny cup of hot chocolate with whipped cream. Compared to Angelina's, although this was slightly cheaper, the size was super small. It maybe was just a little over half full! While it tasted good it definitely isn't worth getting again. read more

The food was just a touch above decent. The little bites they give you with your drink were a nice touch, but the artichoke risotto just tasted like rice (I've had a lot of good risottos). The negroni was also just ok (slightly too much bitters I think). The wait staff was really nice though, and the people watching and view can't be beat, so if you are looking for somewhere to chill and watch Florence go by this could be a good choice. Just don't look for a lot more than that. read more

Amazing location, great service without being rushed. We are a party of 7 and were seated quickly for lunch at 1pm. The salmon gnocchi was great and their menu ranges from breakfast through dinner with a kids menu. We all enjoyed our lunch people watching on the Piazza sipping Pino Grigio and Moretti grand cru. read more

Soaking in the beauty and culture of Florence is an exhausting task, one that requires a good cup of cappuccino and a bite of occhio di bue to refuel those tired legs/eyes/mind. That was exactly what we did, and it really hit the spot. Location can't be beaten - to be paralleled only by the efficiency of the service. read more

Rivoire - Cappuccino and pastries - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Florence, FI

3.5 stars if I can give that. Location is great, but therefore it's a bit expensive. We had: Coffee (Americano): Good Tiramisu: Great! Feels very light, have some taste of pistachio. Calm Pasta: Pretty good. Hot chocolate: Meh. We had much better one the previous day so we didn't finish. Total cost: 35 Euros. read more

Great place for people watching while you are waiting for your reservation at the Ufizzi. I can only review the service and the cappucino- bother were excellent. They have an exquisite chocolate shop inside- just wish I had been hungry! Cappucino is a little expensive, but you pay for the location. read more

i randomly dropped by while my friend was waiting in line for uffizzi we were starving so i grabbed a few pastries and two coffees the pastries (donut and a pistachio thing with cream inside) were SO good my friend's breakfast sandwich appeared boring at first sight looked like an omelet sandwiched between two pieces of boring bread but the bread was SUPER soft and chewy and the egg was cooked perfectly with bits of savory sausage and bacon we devoured everything yum read more

Rivoire is touristy and expensive. But it is a great place for people watching and is the place to be seen on Piazza Signoria. My girlfriend and I stopped here for a few drinks while we waited to meet some friends. Her negroni was excellent and my coffee was fine. They brought out some snacks for us to munch on as well, which was nice. One annoying thing at night is all the rose vendors who prowl the piazza and harass any couple they come across--they're everywhere in Florence, I just wish that more businesses would keep them out. read more

Decided to stop here with a friend for a treat because we heard good things about this place. As we sat down, the waiter was extremely rude to us from the start. It was warm, so we decided to order the cold chocolate drink. As we tried to order he rudely shouted "NO! Can't have. NO!" and kept telling us we could not order this. So we asked for a few minutes, and then tried to order the lemon slushy. He once again screamed "NO!" at us and my friend and I could feel people staring at our table. My friend and I just stared at each other wanting to leave, so he finally said "OK i'll bring the cold chocolate drink." Five minutes later he comes over with two tall things of disgusting, pure dark, watery "chocolate". This was NOT a drink. As he set the drink down he laughed and another waiter passed and laughed with him. The "drink" was disgusting. We "drank" 1/4 of it and asked for the check. He passed us numerous times, and we heard him get nasty with an American couple a few seats over from us. 20 minutes later our waiter finally arrived with the check. We paid over 15 euros for this disgusting drink and horrible customer service. Never again. read more

What a hoax! This spot is what makes it in Florence these days and I believe I have discovered why.... the tourists are killing everything out here. The owners of these establishments are cutting back quality because to the tourists it's all the same. When you come from the States as I do, places like this are a step up from what we are accustomed to in terms of food. However, that said, I have roots here and know what this city is capable of producing. This is far from the best. Went here for the Cioccolata calda that everyone was raving about. It's a rainy cold day here so I wanted something soothing. Now I just came in from Alba days ago, and had a hot chocolate upon leaving at a bar right across from the station. My spoon stood straight up in the decadent rich chocolate lava. It resembled more of a chocolate soufflé. It was absolutely superb and today I get served this disappointment. This was just watered down chocolate. I also decided to try a slice of the gianduia cake that they were featuring in the showcase thinking that this would make up for this poor excuse for chocolate. It tasted like a processed Drake's devil dog. Actually, that's giving it too much credit. Think little Debbie. Not a hint of nocciola. It was loaded with sugar. Just terrible. I took 2 bites and left it sitting at the bar and those that know me know that this is an unusual occurrence. Then I proceeded to the woman that confirmed to my husband it was indeed nocciola. She tried to speak to me like an idiot indicating that there are not whole hazelnuts in the cake and that they make it into a paste which is then infused into the cake. I had to retort, and fiercely may I add. I hate to be taken for my good money and treated like someone that doesn't know any better. Florence has some of the best gastronomy that this world has to offer, yet this is what passes these days. WOW! I hope I did my fellow yelpers/foodies a service to assist them in avoiding this place. I unfortunately was not lucky enough to be forewarned. read more

If you can't think of anything better to do with your money, not a bad spot for a quick snack of affettati misti (slices of prosciutto, salami, olives, a couple pieces of good and garlicky tomato and pate crostini) and a couple of cold beers. Offers a great view of Piazza della Signoria, but if you'd rather not throw money away, it's outrageously expensive. There can also be a persistent waft of horse shit from the carriages nearby. read more

We ordered cappuccino and cookies. Prices were not unreasonable since we stood at the bar. Keep in mind that prices will change depending on whether you stand or sit. The biscotti are unique and delicious! read more

To echo what has been said before, this place is very touristy and very expensive. It's certainly one of Florence's most iconic cafes but at the same time if you wander off a bit you could get the same coffee and pastry for much less without the hoity-toity atmosphere and waiters. On the other hand, if you're looking for a little bit of a fancy experience in one of Florence's principal squares then Rivoire is for you. read more

We came here several times during our stay in Florence. They make the best cappuccino in the city, and you can't beat the view looking out over the piazza at the Uffizzi. If you decide to sit on the patio, it does get expensive but it's worth it. We popped in here some mornings for a quick bite and coffee at the bar, and other times relaxed with a Spritz (made with apperol, proseco, orange and olive...so refreshing!) Definitely stop by here when you're in Firenze! read more

The food was great here. Adjusting to the different service in Italy from America. Waiter seemed frustrated with us until we ordered our second round of drinks. I had pizza which was great. Wife had prosciutto, mozzarella, and tomatoes. We both had two alcoholic beverages. Bill was $59. The receipt says "servizio incluso" which means they add 15% tip. We sat outside during lunch and enjoyed the views of the palazzo vecchio and the sculptures around us. Would definitely go back. read more

in the crowded piazza, this is the perfect place to sit . chat . & people watch! ;p ambiance//**** the inside if the typical hustle & bustle of a european cafe...but it's more fun to sit outside facing the piazza service//*** the servers and waiters are pleasant & responsive...and what fun to have them nicely dressed in suits & such!~ food//*** coffee & cakes were enjoyed~ nothing outrageous ~*~ it's a touristy area, so you will get to see all sorts of people, locals, students, and what not...& relax especially after a day of visiting museums & gardens again, this place is more for the experience than the food~ definitely one of the nicer outdoor cafes in the area^^ read more

This is the place to enjoy a drink, cafe, snack, and people watch in Piazza Signoria. Famous for their hot chocolate, Rivoire offers lots of other delicious treats in their bar. Stop by for Apperitivo, or a sweet treat. I never ate dinner here, and it is very expensive, but worth it as it is one of the more classic establishments in the city. read more

Food is really good. The Margherita pizza is quite unique and tasty. The gnocchi was also very good. However, there's a HUGE price difference between ordering "to go" and sitting down. I'd totally recommend the place if you're on the go. The pizza was 2.50€ mini, 4.00€ regular and well worth it. Sitting down the prices go up like crazy, that same 4.00€ pizza becomes a 7.50€ pizza... questionable at that point. read more

The pasta was excellent. We had ravioli, spaghetti, rigatoni with pesto. everyone was very happen with there dinner. We would go back.

Ripoff. Waiter had the nerve to tell me no tip is included in the bill. Beggars at your table is just another of the tourist amenities offered here. Avoid. read more

We've eaten at Rivoire 3 or 4 times. We've tried nearly everything on the menu in terms of antipasti, primi and secondi courses. I've never had a complaint. read more

Ordered the maccharoni Bolognese and the Florida and my companion got the spaghetti with tomato sauce. The food was delicious with a good atmosphere. The view of the palazzo vecchio is great as well. Its good for drinks and people watching. The wait staff spoke English well and we very nice. Definitely recommend the desserts. read more

Once in a lifetime - beautiful place to sit with a full moon and gorgeous sculptures everywhere in the piazza. Hot chocolate is a dessert in itself - if you're a chocolate lover it's a must- with whipped cream of course. The tiramisu is delicious but hard to choose from all of the pastries. Sit outside, eat and drink chocolate and people watch at night! And forget about the cost if you can afford it - it's an experience! read more

You will pay a premium for the atmosphere, and I was not particularly impressed with the 8 euro hot chocolate with panna. If it was 3 euros less, then I would think it's a fair value, or a good value considering the location. read more