*Disclaimer - we did not get a chance to sit down and eat here…read more We were excited to take a break from the daily pizza and pasta experience of italy and made our trek to this area in search of this restaurant. Upon arrival, we were told we needed to order atleast two portions of meat equating to $100 euro if we were to sit down and weren't allowed to order any korean dishes off the menu without doing so. I have never experienced this type of predicament where I had no autonomy over what I were to order. I was looking to order dishes like bibimbap and jigae stew which they advertise on their menu. Ultimately we ended up leaving and it wasn't a pleasant encounter, it kind of felt like they were trying to rip us off as tourists.

The menu at Gangnam had a little something for everyone. We went at lunch time and there was no…read morewait and no requirement to order off the BBQ menu, their kimchi is solid. They have decent versions of the go to Korean dishes like kimbap, ddukbokki and Korean cold noodles aka nengmyun. If you are craving Korean food after a week of Italian food, this is the place to be.

The sweet and spicy chicken is good but I think the deep fried vegetables deserve a mention also…read more The vegetables were had a lot of spice but not hot spicy. I think we had made a mistake in the order and he had given us an order we had canceled. The waiter was very gracious and took the order away. No problems. I would recommend to go here for something different. Almost all the clients here were Koreans. Still a great place to eat something lite.

The best Korean fried chicken I've had anywhere. Delicious soya barbecued chicken. So crispy and…read moreflavorful and came out piping hot with perfect potato chips just the right combination of crispy and full. Be aware that they only serve chicken with salad. No other real options.

Excellent food and service! Bistecca Fiorentina was perfect and wine suggestion from our server…read moreperfectly complimented the meal. Wonderful dining experience

Probably the most popular steakhouse in Florence. We gotta try the Florentine steak. After…read moreconsulting the server, we got the local Italian beef (forgot its name, but the fattier one). The steak came out with great presentation. Sizzling on a hot plat. Giant piece of meat. We easily finish all the meat, so it was good. The steak tasted normal though - not as beefy as dry aged beef, or not as flavorful at some other places i have tried (Porteno in Sydney), Just regular red meat taste. A little not salty enough. For sure not the best steak i have ever eaten. Probably due to the simple way how Florentine steaks are cooked. The tiramisu was also mid. Servers were somehow all non-Italian (Indians), so that gave me a touristy vibe. But whatever lol. Anyways, it was still a good dinner date overall, so just want to leave it at a positive note.

One of my favorite restaurants in Florence. They do an outstanding job with the traditional Tuscan…read morebeef. Service here is outstanding. The restaurant is lively and very busy. I suggest you make reservations.

This was our first meal in Italy on our trip and it did not disappoint! Fast service, cozy seating…read morelike most in Florence with casual elegance. I ordered a pizza, the BURRATA E CRUDO. It has a thin layer of sauce with prucuitto with a large egg shaped fresh mozzarella in the center which was runny. You can dip the pizza in the mozzarella, which is quite nice! My daughter ordered the BUTTERED PASTA WITH TRUFFLES (called something else on menu). The truffles were large and delicious! Simple but strong flavors and very savory. My daughter can't eat gluten and they offered a GLUTEN FREE noodle which can be used in any pasta dish. They didn't have large selection of wines by the glass but I ordered the chianti classico for $6 and it was amazing quality for the price compared to what I am used to in the US. I wish I had written down the label so I could buy some at wine market.

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.

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.

We stumbled upping I' Bandito while exploring around the surrounding area where we stayed in…read moreFlorence. This is a permanent food stall at the corner of a decently busy intersection. Thankfully they had an English menu and their food was inexpensive! I liked how my pork w/ veggie sandwich came with an option of which type of grilled veggies I preferred! It's not advertised on the menu, but it looks like there's a discount if you purchase a sandwich and a beverage. :)

The first time I went there, I had no problems. However, the next time not only was I overcharged,…read morebut the woman at the stand didn't give me correct change. She added 2 extra euro for me wanting to sit and tried to say I gave her 5 euros instead of my 10 euros. After 10 minutes of arguing with her in my broken Italian, I got my change back and left. Never again. Customer service is rude, unfriendly, and tries to take advantage of tourists.

The restaurant is lovely. The music was good. Service was the best by far. Everything we ate was…read moredelicious. Loved the eggplant parmigiana. Very tasty. The meat and cheese board was divine. Fantastic all around! Dessert is a must. Homemade gelato was flavorful.

This restaurant was recommended by the hotel. It was another cozy Italian restaurant with good…read moreservice and lots of charm. I had never had burrata cheese before, which is a a fresh, Italian cheese that has a soft, creamy texture and an outer layer of mozzarella. It's essentially a mozzarella cheese ball filled with a mixture of stringy mozzarella curds and cream. Usually a Caprese Salad is mozzarella and tomatoes, but this featured burrata. It was a great introduction. I was on a roll with burrata because I ordered the spaghetti with Burrata cream. and chopped basil. It was good, but when the burrata was mixed in, it created more of a rosa sauce and I didn't really specifically taste the burrata. My wife had the Tagliolini with Ragu, which is what you call Tagliolini with Bolognaise, except when in Florence. My wife enjoyed it, but it didn't quite have the depth of flavor that we had elsewhere in Italy. This restaurant, as is the case for many restaurants in Florence is known for it's steak. However, having just had steak the night before, I went with the pasta. Compared to most restaurants in the US, this would have rated a five stars, but when compared to other restaurants in Florence (at least, as far as pasta goes), it wasn't quite up to the level of five stars. None the less, I think you would enjoy it.

This is the fantabulous sushi, the one and only you find in the very heart of Florence…read more These little plates are a joy for the palate and eyes, prepared express in front of you and served with taste. The ambience is fancy and tranquil, servers are kind and they always have suggestions that go with your meal. It's the place where you want to take your date as it's intimate and gourmand. Just love it!

Kome was good, but wasn't anything spectacular. We went for quick sushi bite & it was perfect for…read morethat. You sit around a tiny conveyor with various sushi options and pick what you want to try. The price is associated with the plate design. Very expensive! It's good that you can try a good variety, but for 30€ for 9 pieces of sushi rolls...yikes! We didn't leave full, but we weren't going to keep eating there. Love the concept, liked the sushi...it satisfied my need for sushi.

Stumbled upon this pizza place after walking across Ponte Vecchio. The place was packed both inside…read moreand outside with a few people waiting. They had two small stools near the window and we took them! The service was nice and friendly. We took a look at the menu and decided on our pizza. Couldn't tell you the name of our pizza but it had mushrooms and meats. Yum!

Excellent brick oven pizza in the Santo Spirito side of Florence! Line wrapped around the block…read morewaiting for tables, well worth the wait!