Rooster Cafè

Service was wonderful. The team was VERY friendly and kind…read more The coffee is American sized (16oz and 24oz). Alternative milks and / or flavors in your coffee were extra but they had iced drinks ! They take cash and card. Casual and had fans to keep you cool.

A very tourist friendly breakfast and coffee spot. They serve complimentary coffee the moment you…read moresit down. We're enticed by their cream-filled pistachio corneto and it didn't disappoint! They also have lots of American breakfast options and a variety of coffees. Service was fast and very friendly.

Pistachio croissant, lemon tart, nutella/pistachio croissant

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Le Vespe Cafe

4.6(234 reviews)

0.3 km•Santa Croce

The food was a pleasure to eat. I ordered classic egg's Benedict. I wanted my egg poached medium…read morebut I was told by an unfriendly dry as dirt Italian waitress that I could only have it runny. I then had to take a little more time to find something else. A lovely American waitress came over and helped me.(I'm not saying she's lovely because she's American, she just was really friendly) She explained that the cook makes all the poached eggs in one big pot and can't specialize one for a customer. She said they could fry it medium well and that worked for me. The other waitress offered to fry the egg or scramble it but she just wasn't friendly, and she didn't give me all the choices of how I could get the egg fried. That really helped me make my choice. The egg's Benedict came with American pork bacon and not Canadian bacon. The hollandaise sauce was deliciousness, but they give you such a small amount. They need to double it. Another reviewer mentioned how good the green hot sauce was, so I tried it. It was spot on great!! I made sure every bite had the green sauce on it. I usually only like shredded hash browns but their breakfast potatoes were perfect. They weren't hard and had a good flavor. The restaurant was clean but very small. It had a nice relaxing feel. I love to try the food of the country I'm visiting, but after traveling for two weeks it was nice to have something I eat at home. The eggs Benedict was a treat. I had the hot amaretto coffee drink and that just hit the spot and made the waiting to be seated all worth it. The had many types of milk you can put in your coffee, for example, they have soy milk, oat milk, etc. I would definitely recommend this place and come back. Oh and the less than friendly waitress served my food to me with a smile, but she never smiled again and never accepted my thank you's no matter how much I said them. Word of advice don't have a sad face if they can't provide something the way you want it if the waitress is blond and Italian. That will not go over well. You're not allowed to be quietly disappointed.

A little of the usual path, Yelp! recommended this place and was happy to have tried it. The place…read moreis classic, the service was of the best, and the food was excellent. We had the avocado, salmon eggs plate and the eggs benedict. Both were perfectly prepared and exactly what you would hope for in a top-tier cafe. The eggs had a hint of orange citrus that added to the joy of the meal. This super comfortable, clean restaurant with fantastic service and food will be on our best-of-best list in the future!

0.8 km•Santa Maria Novella

Whole bean coffee is available for purchase too!

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The mighty coffee cup -- guests can pick espresso, drip/filter coffee, or even canned nitro cold brew!

Mercato Centrale

4.5(971 reviews)

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.

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La Milkeria

4.2(140 reviews)

0.2 km•Duomo

This is a cute, reasonably priced cafe. We grabbed a cappuccino and a vanilla iced latte, along…read morewith avocado and tomato toast. Each tasted great. It is on the smaller side so it gets pretty cozy once all the seats fill up with the line at the front.

The team at La Milkeria is super friendly and the food was great. We had crepes and bacon and eggs…read morealthough the eggs had cheese, which was too salty, but the espresso, coffee, and cafe latte were all excellent. It has a California ambiance

Nutatella waffle

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Outside/front

Ditta Artigianale

4.4(203 reviews)

0.5 km•Duomo

The ambiance was fine, but the service was pretty mid. When we were being seated, a server yelled…read moreour name and then literally sprinted off. We looked at each other like, "Are we supposed to follow her?" A few minutes later, she came back around the corner, clearly annoyed that we hadn't chased after her. It was also hard to get a server's attention, and when I asked for a to-go box, it never came--I had to track someone down while paying. It was a bit pricey, but honestly, worth it. The pastries and coffees were so good. I'd definitely return just for those, but I'd probably skip the avocado toast next time--it was way too crunchy.

Stopped by here for some morning coffee to go with our food. Ditta Artigianale is a popular cafe in…read moreFlorence, so it's quite busy. They have an outdoor window for coffee orders so we opted to order there. I decided to try one of their signature coffees and went with the Persian Love. This drink includes pistachio, latte, espresso, rose and hibiscus syrup. I thoroughly enjoyed it and it satisfied the coffee cravings!

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Tiramisu latte

Melaleuca

4.7(75 reviews)

0.6 km•Santa Croce

This place gets great reviews. The cinnamon bun is great. Bagel breakfast sandwich should in no way…read morebe called a NY bagel. Looks like a frozen bagel Ordered the cinnamon bun before breakfast entrees and waited over 15 minutes after asking multiple times and being told the microwave was backed up. Of course received mains first. Server lacked being honest and forthcoming

This review is long overdue for our visit back in November of 2024. I was looking up Nduja recipe…read moreand reminded myself this was the place that initiated my love for Nduja sauce. American/Aussie owned bakery brunch spot by the river, such a cute little eatery. We loved our visit and though it's definitely more of a touristy spot, as most customers spoke English, the food was delicious to forgo the tourist trappy vibes. We shared a plate and added some items as we didn't want to get too stuffed on our first day of Florence. We had the Nduja Eggs plate with bacon and avocado added. Nduja is a spicy Calabrian pepper spreadable pork sauce, and oh boy was it so flavorful. If I remembered correctly, Melaleuca spread this sauce on top of a fried bread and eggs. I don't see it on the menu at the moment and it's probably a rotatable dish... but it definitely kicked started my hunt for the sauce. Since this is a spreadable pork, it's not something I could bring back to the US but I was able to find it online back home. The service was amazing and the beverages were delicious. Like many Italian places, the dining room is small and bathroom is a single small room that might require a small wait if they're busy. Didn't get to try their baked goods this last time, but definitely on our list to go back for more when we're back to Florence for a visit.

Interior.

Chai tea with oat milk

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Dining Room

Gilli

3.5(221 reviews)

0.5 km•Duomo

Caffè Gilli is such a beautiful little taste of Florence! We loved stopping in for lattes and sweet…read morepastries--the perfect combination after wandering through the city. The pastries are gorgeous and delicious, the coffee is wonderful, and the historic setting makes the whole experience feel extra special. There's something quintessentially Florentine about slowing down at Gilli with a latte and something sweet while watching the city go by. Elegant, charming, and absolutely worth a stop!

The food was good and the service was great but the ambiance was even better!…read more Highly recommend. :)

Old world charm

The Set Up

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From outside. What it attracted me.

Ditta Artigianale

4.1(97 reviews)

1.0 km•Palazzo Pitti

Stayed in the area during our stay in Florence and this cafe quickly became our go to favorite for…read moreour morning coffee and take away breakfast. Coffee was delicious and on point. Loved the laid back atmosphere and plenty of seats by the window to enjoy your coffee. Staff was very welcoming and friendly. I recommend their ice vanilla latte if visiting during the summer months, you won't regret it!

Really cute ambiance outdoors playing music from the 2000's. Vast menu for drinks, coffee, etc,…read morewith great pastries. Apparently they do a coffee school or you can book out a barista for 90 mins for 70 Euros for a 2 person session, so it would be a great experience for coffee lovers. Got the matcha latte which is made with ceremonial matcha and also got an iced lemon tea. Both were 10/10 and absolutely would get again. Plus, they have really nice bathrooms equipped with a baby changing table!

0.6 km•Santa Maria Novella

Mid-morning on a Monday... no line and plenty of comfy seats to choose from.

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Menu and espresso machine.

Konnubio

4.2(97 reviews)

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I found Konnubio on the Michelin Guide and noted that it was a quick 5 minute walk from our hotel…read more It was an easy find on a smaller side street. The restaurant was so pretty! It was modernly chic but didn't feel snooty. The lighted tree was a nice touch to the overall decor. Service was excellent. Everyone was friendly, and the food came out at a good pace. Appreciated how the server, who took our dishes away, asked how each one was like we were comparing notes with his favorites. I will go as far as saying that I had the best meal during my entire Italy trip. The food was excellent from front to back. I had the pleasure of trying the following: - Cuttlefish Ink Tagliatella - Molloscs and crustaceans on potato cream and scorpion fish broth - Saffron potato tortelli - Codfish - 24hr short ribs - Triple Zuppa Inglese - Dark chocolate mousse, vanilla crumble with hazelnut chantilly and passionfruit ice cream There was no dish that I didn't like, and each one kept getting better than the next. The saffron potato tortelli and 24hr short ribs were the best of them all.

I'm not entirely sure what went wrong here. In fairness, we did arrive toward the end of the…read moreevening, and visually the space is genuinely impressive, bordering on spectacular. Unfortunately, the experience deteriorated quickly from there. Despite a bar that was visibly stocked with what appeared to be dozens of spirits, we were told, rather brusquely, that our choices were essentially limited to a list of roughly eight cocktails. That was disappointing, but it was nothing compared with the food. I ordered the tagliatelle with wild boar, while my partner ordered the chicken. Neither dish was remotely enjoyable, and in our view neither was of a standard that should be leaving the kitchen of a restaurant receiving Michelin recognition. The pasta dish was particularly unpleasant, while the chicken was similarly unsuccessful. We left the overwhelming majority of both dishes uneaten. To the restaurant's credit, the staff did recommend a very good bottle of red wine, which was easily the strongest part of the meal. What I find most difficult to understand is how this restaurant earned a place in the Michelin Guide at all. Michelin's inclusion naturally creates an expectation of a certain baseline of culinary competence, and our meal fell dramatically short of it. I have eaten substantially better food at completely anonymous European neighborhood cafés and casual street-side restaurants with no critical recognition whatsoever. Based on this experience, I would be genuinely interested to know what Michelin's inspectors encountered here that we so very clearly did not. Sadly, I cannot recommend this restaurant at all.

1.0 km•Santa Maria Novella

Beautiful setting

Bread service

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La Boite

4.9(95 reviews)

This was my go to spot right across the street from my hotel, 25hours. Staff and service were very…read morepleasant every time I went. The sandwiches have these fun names that changes with the season. The Denzel Washington & Massimo Boldi sandwiches were yummy. I found these panini's to be better than All' Antico Vinaio panini's, sorry. The late night vibe had me dancing in my seat with the music choices!

This small wine bar was by far one of my favorite places we visited while we were visiting…read moreFlorence. The owner and staff were fantastic, very knowledgeable and provided great recommendations. The wine bar itself is a small quaint little place. Probably seats about 12 to 15 people total and has plenty of windows so you can see passersby and people watch. The cheeseboard? Get the cheeseboard. They do a fantastic job of pairing everything together to really bring so many flavors to your tastebuds. Their house wine is phenomenal and they take great pride in finding the grapes/different varietals to make it come to life. They have a both a red and a white house wine option. The second time we went - and yes, we went more than once in the four days we were there - we enjoyed one of the sandwiches and it was absolutely amazing. The bread, I can't even explain, the bread it's so flavorful and so good and so light. That paired with the delicious meats and cheeses were 100% worth it. I definitely recommend this location to anybody who is visiting Florence regularly or for their first time.

Cheese Board

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Outside seating area. Tiny for sure but we loved it.

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