A Taste of Florence: Your Complete Food Guide

I love coffee and can’t imagine starting my day without a cappuccino — so I’m beginning with my favorite cafés for breakfast, pastries, or a quick croissant break.

Ditta Artigianale

A Florence-born specialty coffee chain with several locations across the city. Excellent coffee, pastries, and a full breakfast menu. They also recently introduced a loyalty program.

Il Conventino

A cozy multifunctional space where you can come for coffee, aperitivo, or a quiet work session. They also host workshops, markets, and creative events.

Wild Buns Bakery

A Scandinavian-style bakery run by a young entrepreneur, Robert. Famous for cinnamon rolls, Danish pastries, and warm Scandinavian comfort. They recently opened a second location — and it’s absolutely delicious.

Oblate

A café with a terrace overlooking Florence’s iconic cathedral. Simple, quiet, and ideal for a morning coffee with a view.

Trattoria Cammillo

Call ahead and book — it's one of Florence’s best. The menu changes with the seasons, the food is outstanding, the service is warm, and the atmosphere is unforgettable.

Trattoria ZaZa

A true Florence must-visit. The huge menu, great prices, and many truffle dishes make it fun and delicious. Take a walk through the different rooms — the interior is part of the experience.

Cibreo Ristorante

Their tagliolini is a must-try and even mentioned in The New York Times as one of the best pasta dishes. A beloved local institution — definitely book in advance.

Canto del Ramerino

A restaurant with a wide-ranging menu. My personal favorite is the pasta with prawns and zucchini. Try to get a window table — the view is lovely during lunch or dinner.

Trattoria Napoleone

A great place for both lunch and dinner. Tasty dishes, friendly service, and a cozy interior.

This is a must-try local specialty — crispy, warm, generously filled sandwiches that Florence is famous for.

Pino’s Sandwiches

Super tasty and very authentic. The owner is almost always there, preparing sandwiches himself. Their team has great energy — check out their TikTok for the vibes.

All’Antico Vinaio

Now a global sensation. The sandwiches are huge (order one to share!), and the fillings are fresh and bold. A Florence classic.

Da Michele

Huge, delicious Neapolitan pizzas. The Florence location is great, but this is also the same Da Michele where Julia Roberts ate pizza in Eat Pray Love in Naples.

Gustapizza

You’ll probably have to wait in line, but it’s worth it. One of the city’s top pizzas.

Il Pizzaiuolo

A full restaurant — not only pizza — but their pizzas are excellent and served quickly.

New Bridge Pizza Club

A modern pizzeria with great flavors. Casual, friendly, and delicious.

Pizzeria O’Vesuvio

I loved grabbing their small takeaway pizza — only €3 and surprisingly good.

Serre Torrigiani in Piazzetta

Amazing bartenders, great cocktails, and the most beautiful courtyard with lights and a warm atmosphere. A perfect evening spot.

Babae

Come here for wine and snacks — and don’t miss their legendary wine window. Cozy, lively, and very Florentine.