The best meat restaurants Italy

An address which seems to make task in a city which always remained faithful to its traditions: born from the idea of its creative young people to open a corner of America on the Mediterranean coast, here a pub which proposes burgers original and well done, with the required ingredients and the interesting combinations. The decor is rather impersonal and simple, but warm welcome of the waiters is sufficient to make the place very pleasant. The hops lovers will find their happiness here: Italian good beers with pressure (Peroni Gran Riserva and Peroni Rossa) and full choice of artisanal beers out of bottle.

It all started with a delicatessen opened half a century ago. The reputation of the establishment led the owner to create the restaurant in 2019. The secret of quality is simple, says the owner: "we have the slow food spirit, the animals come from my farm and the wine from small local producers. The resale space also offers cheeses and fine products. The vaulted room, which dates back to the Middle Ages, is superb, but it is especially in the plate that the gustatory adventure is striking. And what kindness! Big favorite of the Futé...

Here it is the owner who is at the stove to concoct for you specialities based on meat and fish, all washed down with the best wines of the region. She spends all her evenings over a barbecue to bring out marinated and grilled meats and fish that will delight your taste buds. The terrace, which fills up quickly in summer, is right on the street. Here, no tricks, the very complete and varied menu is displayed at the entrance of the restaurant.

The temple of the mythical bistecca alla Fiorentina, located in the heart of the historic district, very close to the cathedral. To the delight of the carnivorous, this former antique shop, opened in 1875 (now transferred to Piazza Massimo D'Azeglio), has become a dashing steak house with a chic brocante decor. Grilled over an open fire, seasoned with coarse salt and herbs, carved before your eyes, juicy and exceptionally tender, the local Chianina prime rib continues to be a Florence staple.

An address that stands out! The young owners have given it a quality identity, offering freshness and zero mileage raw material: a considerable asset in offering dishes with Florentine aromas. A culinary journey through local artisanal products, between delicatessen, meat and cheese... a delight! The place is bright and friendly, decorated with simplicity, with an open kitchen. Very nice and pleasant the few tables outside, on the charming square of San Pier Maggiore, next to the Arco di San Pierino.

The originality ? No fish or seafood... If you like meat dishes, come to the table, it will be a treat! Giovanni Trevisan has seen some of the world's most famous people come to enjoy his refined dishes, washed down with an impressive selection of regional wines (nearly 250 labels). From Lady Di to Hugo Boss, from actors Hugh Grant to Tom Cruise, they all enjoyed themselves at the former director of Trussardi's Cafeteria at La Scala in Milan. But, according to him, one of his most faithful customers was a certain François Mitterrand..

In 1897, founder Pepi S'Ciavo gave his name to this trattoria. Renamed Da Pepi, the historic buffet has renovated its premises while retaining the spirit of the rustic dining room, with wooden tables and stools, the counter with cold meats and prepared dishes, plus terrace service. Here, pork is king, grilled in large quarters, breaded or cured. On the premises or to take away, you can choose from well-stocked sandwiches, plates served with antipasti or sauerkraut, or meat and vegetable platters(bollito misto) to share.

Fine cuisine with excellent meat. Several rooms allow those who wish to be a little isolated. In summer, the terrace adds a little character to the building.

Originally from Pavana, a small town in the province of Pistoia, in northern Tuscany, Savigni butchers work according to the oldest Tuscan traditions and provide the finest meat (including the famous and tasty Cinta Senese). A real family story, initiated by Fausto in 1985! You will have the chance to taste their products on the first floor of the Mercato Centrale. The opportunity to choose porchetta, a real treat, or beef tartare with truffles, just as delicious, and all nicely priced.

A classic of Florentine cuisine, located right next to Santa Maria Novella, a stone's throw from the cathedral and chic via Tornabuoni. This restaurant is a landmark for Florentines, over 130 years old and renowned for its famous bistecca alla fiorentina on embers and meats on its famous spit. First-rate meat at a fair price, with the same quality and expertise as our other specialities. A historic venue where intimacy and romance are the order of the day, as is the friendliness of the staff.

Carnivores of all hair, this restaurant will bring you up the babines. Recently, this steak house has established its neighborhoods in Testaccio, a former territory of the slaughterhouses in Rome. What makes it more logical that meat is so tasty? The menu offers a wide range of dishes, even for those who are not fanatical of bidoche… Don't forget to test desserts - chocolate mousse with cinnamon stars and strawberries is definitely the best. The cellar is well furnished and offers over 90 wines!

Located in the modern part of the city centre, this restaurant offers a wide range of dishes, from fish to meat to pizza. For starters, have a plate of cold cuts, cheese and grilled vegetables, or the homemade pasta (cavatielli, fusilli), with al ragù or seafood sauce. For the main course, you must try their speciality of buffalo meat, which is only found in this area. The room is spacious and welcoming, and the terrace is very pleasant. So tonight, will it be meat or fish?

A family-run restaurant born from the close collaboration between two brothers: one runs the butcher's shop almost opposite, the other offers local meats in his restaurant. On the menu, therefore, are sausage, lamb chops, capocollo, bombette, fegatini (liver-based), mixed grills, all accompanied by baked potatoes and a pitcher of table wine. Rustic and very local atmosphere, with the television on in the background. Perfect for satisfying a carnivorous craving at low prices.