Short Review: About a five minute walk from the Duomo in Firenze, and on a cozy but well-trafficked side street. Food is excellent and service is fast. Long Review: I was in search of the best spaghetti in Firenze and I think I found it! It's a cute little restaurant about a 5-min walk to the Piazza del Duomo. There's as much outdoor seating as there is indoor seating, which is a nice differentiator for them. We walked up and were seated outside right away. The requisite bread and water was served right away and a friendly waiter came to take our order of food...and of course wine. The streets near the duomo are all well-trafficked so just know that the wait staff will tell you over and over to not keep your mobile devices or purse on the table. They get taken by the pickpockets pretty often I guess. Nonetheless the meal, the ambiance of the busy street and the service was absolutely fantastic. And the food! OMG it was honestly some of the best food I've had in Firenze. And it wasn't an ostentatious restaurant. Definitely family owned and operated and they've got the market on the location! As I saidordered the spaghetti since I was in search of "the best" in the city, and honestly it was! A must try if you're in the area. read more

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Trattoria Antellesi is tucked into a side street off Florence's historic center with a classic, understated exterior that blends into the surrounding stone streets. Inside, it feels like a traditional Tuscan dining room: warm lighting, warm yellow-painted walls, rustic wood furnishings, and a cozy, intimate layout. The vibe is relaxed and authentically local, with a slower-paced, sit-down dining experience that encourages lingering. At around 8pm on a Wednesday night, the restaurant was mostly full, but our party of five was able to be seated immediately. The menu is extensive, with both Italian and English versions; there's also a daily special menu that's quite fairly priced, and has some more traditional Italian dishes. They offer some more familiar options like bruschetta and meatballs with tomato sauce, as well as the classic Bistecca alla Fiorentina. Each table comes with complementary bread service, which was a bit stale, but it's free; what more could you ask for? It was also paired with a rich, earthy olive oil and tangy balsamic vinegar. Four members of our party ordered Aperol Spritzes (€8) - these were tangy, refreshing, and with just the right amount of sweetness countering the fizzy Prosecco and citrusy, herbal Aperol. For entrees, two members of our party ordered the Spaghetti Fiaccheraia (€13), which is spaghetti in garlic and oil with chili pepper, bacon, and ricotta. While this seems like quite a simple dish, there's so much complexity in the variety of flavors and textures. The spaghetti was al dente, and soaked up the addictive, slightly-spicy garlic oil; they were also more than willing to exclude the bacon for my vegetarian friend. Another friend opted for the Pappardelle Coniglio (€13) on the special menu - a tomato-based pasta with rabbit. Certainly a dish you couldn't get at most Italian places in the States, and the wide noodles paired nicely with the acidic tomatoes and gamey rabbit. The Ravioli Burro Salvia (€15) was a traditional Florentine ravioli with ricotta cheese, spinach, butter, and sage; while the portion was a bit small, this dish was truly made with care. The filling let the earthy flavor of the spinach shine while being further elevated by the sage and rich, tangy ricotta cheese. Lastly, my Spaghetti alla Carbonara Fiorentina Tartufata (€17) was an indulgent take on the classic spaghetti carbonara, with egg, pecorino cheese, bacon, and freshly-shaved black truffle. While this was a tasty dish with a large portion, the sauce had partially clotted, and I found it to be missing some component of acidity or brightness to liven the dish up and contrast the richness. I was stuffed by the end of my meal, but some members of my party opted for their Tiramisu (€7) - this is an elevated take on the classic Italian dessert, with whipped mascarpone and coffee-soaked ladyfingers served in a parfait-like glass and sprinkled with a light dusting of cocoa powder. It was neither too sweet nor too rich; the perfect amount of decadence to end a meal. We had a lovely time during our dinner at Trattoria Antellesi, prices are more than reasonable for a traditional trattoria experience with delicious food and a lovely ambience. It may not be as flashy as some of the more touristy restaurants in the city, but certainly a great stop for traditional Florentine food if you're in the area! read more

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First time in Florence and like a puppy in pet store--I wanted to check out everything. The challenge to find a good place for dinner was not small. Lots of tourist traps, according to travel "experts". Luckily our party found a great spot right outside our hotel. What I love about Florence is that it does not look or feel like where I am from. It is so different, so exotic, so...old. One can feel the centuries in that city. It is wonderful. We were fortunate to have a friend who lived in Italy and spoke the language. So the food...excellent (check out the pics). Everything was so fresh and flavorful...it blew away Olive Garden (alright, just kidding). The service was also good. I've read a few reviews here and this was not our experience. Our server was helpful and courteous. I plan to return to Florence. And, I plan to return to Trattoria Antellisi as well. read more

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Scam alert. Check your bill. Then check it again. They add huge markups if you look like you're a tourist. Scum of the earth.

A cute, lively, and authentic ristorante to sit down and eat some amazing Florentine food! There is an inside with AC, but we chose to sit outside as it was the end of the day and not too hot outside. We order Fried Zucchini Blossoms for an appetizer. They were fantastic! So delicate yet crunchy and full of flavor. For our Entrees, we ordered Spaghetti with Clams and Meatballs with mashed potatoes. The spaghetti was absolutely fantastic! The clam sauce was rich and creamy with notes of garlic. The meatballs were just as good! The service was excellent. The two waitresses we had were so sweet and so funny. One of the waitresses does not speak English fluently but she did our best to communicate with us. She's also very passionate about what Parmesan does and does not belong on. You've been warned! read more

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Charming spot on a busy street full of little restaurants. It was very busy- we were seated indoors, which was fine. I had a local steak, which was ok, good seasoning but a bit tough, my husband had ravioli in brown butter which was amazing. He had a few beers, i had a great red wine. The gentleman who waited on us was maybe the owner or manager- he was very busy and distracted, so service was hectic at best. There were many patrons trying to settle their checks and it took a very long time. If it weren't so chaotic with lots of arguing amongst staff I'd go to 4 stars for the food. read more

Trattoria Antellesi - Ravioli in brown butter - amazing - Italian Near Me - Florence, FI

INEDIBLE! INSULTING how bad it was. I literally threw it away. Steak was the indistinguishable cheapest cut, couldn't even cut through it, it was so stringy, and raw, nor did they even ask how I wanted it. The whole experience was just depressing. And make sure you check your bill. I was charged for bruschetta that I never got. read more

Food wad excellent!! First time I had pasta with squid ink and they were really good!! Other pasta dishes we ordered were good too! They even have free dessert items and samples of their drinks. Service was excellent!! read more

Nous avons adopté et adoré ce restaurant. Nourriture excellente, ambiance sympa et des personnes adorables à l'écoute de nos moindres souhaits. Je recommande sans hésitation. Merci à vous read more

High quality food with responsive, English speaking staff. Convenient location near the center of the City. read more

Trattoria Antellesi - Florentine carbonara (w black truffles) - Italian Near Me - Florence, FI

This was a decent dining experience. I wouldn't rave about it as some reviewers have, especially given all of the fabulous restaurants in Florence. The highlights were definitely the pate, the prosciutto and the meatballs. The sauce on the spaghetti wasn't particularly flavorful and the mushrooms in the tagliatelle were pretty mushy. The chicken was quite dry. Service was reasonable. We wouldn't say don't go here but we wouldn't put it on a list of places to be sure to visit nor would we go back again given all the options. read more

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They charged us more than what was listed on the menu. When we pointed it out, they got defensive and refused to fix it. Food was average at best. Classic tourist trap--avoid this place. They only have a 4.4 because the owner deletes comments. read more

Everything we had the chance to try here was outstanding. I got a €25 bruschetta and bistecca deal, which allowed me to get the amazing bruschetta and the super tender and flavorful steak. The risotto was another special that was packed with flavor. We tried to figure out the exact ingredients, but the language barrier with the waiter held us back. It definitely tastes like an offal flavored broth. read more

Trattoria Antellesi - Bruschetta al Pomodoro - Italian Near Me - Florence, FI

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Food was mediocre. Was overcharged as usual. Will keep posting negative reviews because they delete the negative ones. Noodles were created jn Asia and not Italy ‍ read more

Pleasantly surprised by this place! Wonderful food, complex, but hearty flavors, clearly homemade pasta. Must try the truffle oil potato ravioli and limoncello! read more

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4.5 stars Bistecca alla Fiorentina is a specialty of Tuscan cuisine that's a must-try when visiting the Toscana region of Italy! Trattoria Antellesi, located on a side street near the Basilica di San Lorenzo, offered a half kilo of this steak along with bruschetta and roasted potatoes for just 23 Euros, and pairing the steak with a local Chianti wine is a must! To start, the bruschetta with tomatoes was a delicious pairing of crunchy, toasted bread with juicy tomatoes and olive oil. We also got an order of panzanella, a salad made of rehydrated bread, tomatoes, red onions, and cucumbers, and our server instructed us to dress this mixture with plenty of olive oil and red wine vinegar. But the main attraction was, of course, the juicy steak, which was chargrilled to perfection and had a deep smokey flavor. The steak was seasoned simply with rock salt and herbs, and the potatoes roasted with rosemary were surprisingly delicious too. I also asked for some of their chili oil on the side, which added a nice spicy kick that went well with the potatoes especially. Overall, this trattoria was a great place to experience Bistecca alla Fiorentina in a cozy atmosphere and with super hospitable service. Their handwritten menu felt so charming, and was a world away from a mass-produced tourist experience! read more

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This restaurant was quaint but absolutely delicious. Their food and wine were great and make sure to try the limoncello. read more

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Truffle pasta was a little bland. The truffles itself were good but the sauce definitely lacked some flavor. Pasta with boar sauce was good, the sauce itself was delicious but there were a few pieces of the meat were too game-y for my liking. read more

Trattoria Antellesi - Italian Near Me - Florence, FI

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Pretty weak. Very cute inside and outside. Beer was not cold enough on a super hot day. Started with good bread and a delicious antipasti of friend zucchini blossom. However, the plate of homemade spaghetti with garlic and tomatoes was terrible. The pasta was so Al dente that it was barely chewable and the sauce was so think it made a gelatinous mess and all the past stuck together in one clump. I like Al dente pasta but not this mess. Husband ate the special of the day risotto and it was pretty good but fairy bland. Don't eat here unless it's the only option. Try the central market read more

As we were walking along the street a man screams out hook 'em! I was shocked so I turned around and I see a University of Texas banner in the window. When I travel abroad I like to show my school pride and home town pride so you'll see me in various jerseys, shirts, and jackets that when seen will be recognizable. I came up and was shocked to meet someone who recognized the logo but was an active supporter. Some of his best friends are from Texas and he has a picture of Mack Brown holding up the championship trophy along with UT sports bands. I took a picture with him and told him we'd be back for dinner. While we were out I looked up the reviews of the restaurant and it was stated to have some of the best steaks in town. We came back after a day of sight seeing and let him pick our dinner. It started off with a very smooth red wine, then we got raviolis with pears, the sweet pears was a fresh balance, and then the steak was the steak for 2, thick cut and cooked to perfection, finished it off with tiramisu for dessert. It was by far the best meal I had in Florence!!! read more

We ordered from the daily specials. It was so good. Lasagna and tagliatelle. In an "alley" with out door tables. Wine selection is excellent. read more

Trattoria Antellesi - Lasagna and tagliatelle - Italian Near Me - Florence, FI

Love that place. 15 euro Florence steak with wine special is great. Also tried seafood risotto and the riso carvolo e lampreyotto, both are excellent! Especially, try the latter! The tiramisu tastes great. Being a small family own restaurant is also a plus for me. Highly recommended! read more

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Second time here in 3 days! Pulled up this lovely restaurant on yelp .... so glad I went with my "gut!" Absolutely amazing, those small, and intimate, the food - especially if you're looking for a break from the heavy duty Italian pasta, the grilled meat is amazing. read more

There. Now my absolute recommendation for Florence: Trattoria Antellesi. The wine: recommendation from Chef top. Pasta: with truffle and freshly made. The dessert: delicious. The service super fast, attentive and the way you imagine it ... only better. read more

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This was easily our worst meal in Italy. The food is... fine... but it really tasted like decent Italian food from the US (and geared to those tastes). Low lights included a sour tomato sauce and a spinach ravioli that essentially had alfredo sauce on it. Service was quite slow. On a positive note, their house red wine was great! read more

The awful service. First, they had wrong orde, and then the food didn't taste good. I'll not recommend this restaurant to anyone

If you want an easy and delicious pasta dinner, this is the place! The staff is so freaking nice. Pasta was tasty. Caprese was fresh tasting, and good fun location. Good house wine. Giving it four stars only because the inside isn't that appealing which made us decide to sit outside on street. We were cold but pasta warmed us and had fun people watching! I wouldnt expect a 5 star meal here, but it's a good reliable and fun place for some Italian pasta. Very reasonable, and better then the over priced places you'll find it Florence read more

Trattoria Antellesi - Italian Near Me - Florence, FI

Best in Florence, possibly all of Italy. Ambiance is fine but not spectacular, service is good but not impeccable. BUT the food, my oh my, the food. The taste, the flavors, this is what Italy is famous for. It took until day number 5 of our trip to experience real good Italian food, and this was that. First, the pasta with wild boar... Oh my, the pasta was cooked just right, chewy inside, soft outside and the boar was perfectly flavored. Definitely not your usual meat sauce spaghetti. Pork chop, good flavors, balanced with good char. Next, the Florentine steak. Good quality meat, tender. The flavor was more mild compared to other restaurants so this was not necessarily the best. The real winner was the sliced steak with black truffle sauce. My oh my, the truffle complimented the sIteak perfectly. Divine. Tiramsu was good, very creamy and balanced. Seafood rissoto was good with lots of mussels and clams which were really fresh. I will be dreaming of this meal for some time to come. Simply one of the best dining experiences. Ever. read more

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If we hadn't have Yelp-searched for a dinner location, we'd have never made it to this part of town let alone to this darling restaurant. Florence continues to amaze us with its fine dining options tucked into the nooks and crannies of its many neighborhoods. We were looking for an authentic family dining experience. One that wasn't at all pretentious or overly fancy. Romeo found the many reviews about the 15 Euros steak at Trattoria Antellesi. So we set off shortly before 7pm to experience it for ourselves. Having not been on that side of town before and shocked that we could have missed so much of that bustling area, we almost walked by the street. We turned quickly onto it without tripping over any cobblestones (for once) and then nearly missed the trattoria because it has a tiny facade with only a few tables set street side. But once we'd figured it out, we were quickly greeted and seated inside the front window of what must be a converted home. It's quaint, comfortable and just the type of place that makes our little family smile. Once again, we asked for a liter of the house Chianti and weren't disappointed. The kiddo surprised us with a request of simply water. She then opened the menu and to her delight found spaghetti al pomodoro e grana. Romeo and I started our meal with a shared plate of prosciutto e melone. The cantaloupe was sweet. The prosciutto was authentic, not the deli ham that other places pawn off as prosciutto. The salty and sweet combination was delicious. For our main courses, he selected the steak and potatoes. He liked it very much. It was cooked to a beautiful medium temperature and the potatoes were lightly seasoned. Overall, he said that he could have cooked a steak just like it. So it wasn't necessarily a groundbreaking exploration of beef but it was definitely a tasty, homey deal for 15 Euros. I had selected the pici alla chiantigiana. The menu simply says meat in Chianti sauce. So I was hoping to not find pigs feet or pigeon wings on my plate. Thankfully, it was homemade thick pasta strands covered with tender bits of beef amidst a savory yet sweet wine sauce. It was so yummy! It was certainly not a meal that could be ingested in large quantities as after about the tenth forkful the sweetness of the sauce starts to become a bit too much for the tastebuds. But it was really a treat of a dish, one that I was very glad to have tried. We finished our wine and passed on dessert despite a tempting selection. Once again we were headed to the kiddo's favorite gelaterria. If you're in the mood for a well-made dinner served by gracious, friendly waitstaff in a casual atmosphere, then opt for a meal at Trattotia Antellesi. You won't be disappointed. read more

Great location right near the Medici chapel and easy to get to. I had the truffle pasta. This was my first time trying truffles and I was unsure what to expect but it was delicious! The sauce was creamy and fresh and the truffles were a unique flavor that's tough to describe but I recommend trying it! The staff was wonderful. The gentleman at the door was so kind when he greeted me and walked me back to my table linking arms. It was nice and friendly touch that added to the experience and felt very genuine. A small interior so it was a little cozy but it didn't get too loud. I also had their house white wine which was great for the price! read more

Trattoria Antellesi - Truffle pasta - Italian Near Me - Florence, FI

We were truely blessed to drop by this restaurant on out first night in Florence. After a long flight we were ready to crash but they were close by and airline food...well. you know. My wife ordered the Florentine steak with roasted potatoes and a glass of house wine. I ordered the home made pasta in a creamy pesto and clams. She saw my dish and claimed it for her own. That was OK with me. We shared back and forth several times. Friendly, relaxed, a great spot. read more

Do not waste a vacation meal here. The food was very bland, with no effort given to the taste or presentation. Even the bread was clearly days old and very stale. The serving staff was very hectic and flustered, despite there being only a few other customers in the restaurant. To top it off, their music was just a few songs on repeat. In the 45 minutes we were there they "My Girl" 3 times. Would strongly advise against this restaurant. read more

Seven years ago, my friend ate at Trattoria Antellesi, a remarkable restaurant run by an Italian chef and his American wife. It's nice to know that Trattoria Antellesi still stands today and the food is just as good as it was then. In actuality, Trattoria Antellesi has been in business for over thirty years. It's a historical place which sits in a seventeenth century building. Yes, so many buildings are old in Europe. And yet they are strong, still standing, and fit in without a question in today's modern life. The atmosphere is homey at Antellesi. No one is rushed and the food is made with such care and detail. It's simple fare and delicious without shortcuts. I ordered the osso bucco, which tasted as if it were braised for hours. It was tender and soft. I didn't even need a knife to cut it. The veal was melt in your mouth. Slices of soft carrots, celery, peas, onions and capers were spooned over it. The sauce had been thickened. Aside from the meat, my favorite part was taking the marrow and spreading it over my bread. Oh heaven! The other dish we ordered was grilled salmon with salad. It was perfect. The skin was crisp, the fish was not overcooked, and it had a flavor so fresh. Just a few herbs, olive oil, and a squeeze of lemon. Good to go! Very healthy. Dessert was non-existent for us since the kitchen had run out of tiramisu. It wasn't an issue for us since there was a gelateria right across the street. Trattoria Antellesi is the type of restaurant where you could linger for awhile. Large groups have fun and couples can enjoy that quiet evening out. Yes, the two scenarios exist side by side at Antellesi. I watched many go from course to course- bread to pasta to meat all washed down with a bottle of vino. Cheers to Antellesi! I can't wait to recommend this place to my friends and hear about it seven years later. Although I do hope you go now! Today! Okay, next year? *** Sette anni fa, il mio amico mangiato alla Trattoria Antellesi, un ristorante notevole gestito da uno chef italiano e sua moglie americana. E 'bello sapere che di Trattoria Antellesi ancora oggi e il cibo è altrettanto buono come lo era allora. In realtà, Trattoria Antellesi è in attività da oltre trent'anni. E 'un luogo storico che si trova in un edificio del XVII secolo. Sì, molti edifici sono vecchi in Europa. Eppure sono forti, ancora in piedi, e si adattano in senza una domanda nella vita moderna di oggi. L'atmosfera è familiare a Antellesi. Nessuno è affrettata e il cibo è fatto con tanta cura e dettaglio. Si tratta di piatti semplici e gustosi, senza scorciatoie. Ho ordinato l'osso buco, che sapeva come se fosse brasato per ore. Era tenera e morbida. Non ho nemmeno bisogno di un coltello per tagliarla. Il vitello è stato sciolgono in bocca. Fette di dolce carote, sedano, piselli, cipolle e capperi erano cucchiaio su di esso. La salsa era addensata. A parte la carne, la mia parte preferita stava prendendo il midollo e la diffusione sopra il mio pane. Oh cielo! L'altro piatto abbiamo ordinato era salmone alla griglia con insalata. E 'stato perfetto. La pelle è croccante, il pesce non era troppo cotto, e aveva un sapore così fresco. Solo un paio di erbe, olio d'oliva e una spruzzata di limone. Pronti per partire! Molto sano. Dessert era inesistente per noi, perché la cucina era a corto di tiramisù. Non era un problema per noi perché ci fu una gelateria proprio dall'altra parte della strada. Trattoria Antellesi è il tipo di ristorante dove si poteva indugiare per un po '. Grandi gruppi divertirsi e coppie possono godere di quella serata tranquilla fuori. Sì, i due scenari esistono fianco a fianco a Antellesi. Ho visto passare molti da corso a corso, pane alla pasta alla carne il tutto innaffiato con una bottiglia di vino. Applausi per Antellesi! Non vedo l'ora di raccomandare questo luogo ai miei amici e sentire su di esso sette anni dopo. Anche se mi auguro di andare subito! Oggi! Ok, l'anno prossimo? read more

Trattoria Antellesi - Osso Buco - Italian Near Me - Florence, FI

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This place is solid. I was in search for a great truffle pasta and I definitely found it here. I ordered the black truffle pasta with clams and it was delicious. The sauce was flavorful, the clams were prepared well and the pasta was fresh. Was it 'the best I've ever had'? Probably not but I would definitely go back again. The staff was very friendly and were making us laugh. It's a small place but a great environment. No complaints. read more

Trattoria Antellesi - Italian Near Me - Florence, FI

Great food, greater service. I had the spaghetti with porcini mushrooms. Awesome. Would recommend for a great meal and people watching! read more

Trattoria Antellesi - Location is great. So is the food and service! - Italian Near Me - Florence, FI

Great place we found out about from the yelp reviews that was a half a block from our Airbnb. Super friendly host/owner who made the night the best. I had the truffle with some cream sauce pasta that was great. Oh the desert with biscotti and some yummy liquor to dip it in was the best way to end the night. Prices were not outrageous read more

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Très bonne adresse, plats fait main, copieux et abordables. Service rapide et agréable. N'hesitez pas

Very good. I highly recommend this place, the ossobucco was amazing & the wine & dessert. The server is also very nice. I will definitely go back. And you cannot beat the price. read more

Wonderful place for dinner without reservations . I ordered grilled chicken salad. My husband ordered swordfish, mussels & Clams in a red sauce. The portion sizes were more than he expected!! He actually was able to finish it!! Service was good although she forgot to put my husbands order in they were very busy. Waitress was very friendly. read more

we booked the hotel nearby this restaurant.the laddy recommends us to have lunch.it's quite good for food.sorry for my poor words to describe the food in english.and i also recommend this restaurant vwry much. i don't know why my cellphone can not upload the pics. in all very good! read more