Restaurants cuisine du monde Toscane

The quantities aren't exorbitant, but the quality is, and above all the restaurant has a small, pleasant garden where you can dine in peace and quiet in fine weather.

Elegant and warm, this restaurant, located not far from Piazza della Libertà, offers a typical Tuscan cuisine, yet revisited and creative. Inside, when the house is full, you quickly feel cramped. If the content of the dishes is exquisite and seasonal, it is not easy to be well seated, as the chairs are not very comfortable. The experienced chef, Carlo, knows how to make wonderful things with simple dishes, such as fresh pasta, Florentine soup or even small truffle ravioli.

A good address in the lively Piazza delle Vettovaglie (where musicians sometimes play on summer evenings), a meeting place for young students. For those on a budget, but not only... You can eat at large wooden tables to share.

A fixed menu with 2 dishes, contorno, wine and water. Specialities of parpadelle al anchovies di cinghiale. The restaurant is very clean. A good address for breakfast at a low price.

The Celestino remains extremely well known and recognized by amateurs of good tables in Florence. It must be said that the house has some 150 years of experience. Inside, the restaurant reserves treasures like its Etruscan walls or a fresco painted by ceiling in one of its rooms. For those who prefer to stay outside, two flower terraces are open in summer. Old Tuscan cuisine and best guaranteed recipes.

Very close to the Badia Fiorentina church,an address frequented mainly by young people during the first service and then by regulars, which offers a creative cuisine whose specialities are appreciated: soup of the day, chicory gnocchi, rice with green sauce, various fresh pasta, tagliata, many pastries and good chianti. The colourful decoration of the restaurant, with many plates on the walls, is particularly amusing. Good atmosphere, refined food... everything is done to spend an excellent time at the table, and this since 1978!

A historic restaurant in the city, taken up by Mr Kostas, Greek born, former president of the international sommelier association, Italy and his cuisine. His experience is great as his know-how and his recipes are the best way to understand the quality. In short time, the restaurant has already been very popular with the locals. A stone's throw from the cathedral square, it offers a relaxed atmosphere to taste home dishes: gnocchi al pesto lucchese, baccalà in plywood cotture, tagliata di acciughe and many others. A cuisine renowned for the freshness of its products. The most… a Greek menu in homage to the country master's country. Everything is served with the best wines in the region. Friendly and welcoming atmosphere. In the summer a terrace is open on the medieval street.

Located in the center, «The Garibaldi Lover» clearly shows its ambitions: being Piombino's best fish restaurant. Audacious, he would be wrong not to be, both the typical serving served is delicious. Also note the very good wine list.

Situated 800 m from Piazza Buondelmonti and surrounded by a park, Il Battibecco is well known to Impruneta locals. Rustic surroundings and Tuscan cuisine, with tried-and-tested chefs.

Its wind-covered terrace, overlooking the Marina, attracts customers. But the latter doesn't know until he sits down that it has a price: 10% of the final score. In addition to the cutlery, bread and water, it is getting expensive without even ordering a single dish, especially since the cuisine is not exceptional. However, the menu is right to focus on fish dishes, the local speciality. And, good news, the staff is welcoming.

Want to get taller? Welcome to one of the most incredible places in Florence. This restaurant overlooks the Arno and the Oltrarno district from its magnificent terrace. By day, by night, at sunset... it is difficult to say when is the best time to spend there, as Florence changes its face every hour of the day. On the plate side, gastronomic cuisine influenced by different Mediterranean flavours. To enjoy rooftop at a lower cost, you can also opt for aperitivo, from 7pm to 9pm.

You can enjoy table pizzas, take them away, or sit down in the pretty little alleyway that serves as a terrace. A warm, popular place and a welcoming welcome, which makes this place an unavoidable meeting.

Portoferraio has only one beach, Le Ghiaie. There is Le Sirene, a privileged location. From its terrace you can admire the horizon where you can guess the island of Capraia and Corsica. At sunset, the colours are magnificent. The place is simple, unpretentious in its decoration because the charm is its natural setting. From the excellent pizza to the traditional menu, the choice is varied but its speciality, of course, is fish. In the evening, the small walk along the lively beach contributes to the charm of the place. A good place to stop.

It's not here that you have to come to find the best kitchen in the city, far from it. Frozen lasagna, for example, do not deserve better than the words'fair '. But the address has the merit of offering a terrace at the foot of one of the characteristic towers of the city and to serve late… Prices are advantageous, even if for quality you have to go its way.

A good restaurant that is worth a visit for its fine cuisine as well as its pleasant garden-terrace which offers a little freshness on the warm summer days. In the evening, it is the ideal setting for a romantic dinner.

A pleasant panoramic terrace with pergola for this restaurant in the historic centre, located in the heart of the Pesciolini tower, dating from the 14th century. The structure of this address is worth a detour on its own. The interior room is huge, in medieval style. On the menu, a regional cuisine and, upon your arrival, a warm welcome. Pork with mushroom sauce, and all dishes made with truffles, are the house's specialities. The prices charged are a little more expensive than elsewhere, the framework surely explaining this state of affairs.

Beautiful trattoria room popular and rustic. The cuisine is traditional and simple. The address is not one of the good tips because everyone seems to know it... In season, it is most often necessary to queue in the late afternoon, before the doors open, to have a chance to get a table. Once served, it is easy to understand why this place is so popular. Here, good food goes hand in hand with simple and light dishes. One of the great Milanese specialities is served here, osso buco, a veal shank gently cooked in stew.

Warmly recommended by locals, this small hostel in the old centre of Porto Azzurro is famous for its fresh fish. It's not cheap, but the prices remain honest and the quality of the cuisine is impeccable. The shaded and flowered terrace is a real treat for you, as are the owners, who speak French! Simple and typical, the menu highlights good local products, served with imagination. Nice choice of wines as the ultimate argument!

In the heart of the city's most touristy district, this restaurant, both cheap and friendly, offers both typical Tuscan recipes and the essential pizzas. If the boss is on duty, she prepares the dough directly. It is even possible to see it at work. Very lively and open for more than 35 years, it attracts Florentines as well as tourists and students. Decoration evoking the style of the 1930s, in a huge room for a restaurant in the centre. Relaxed atmosphere and pleasant service.

Often the best addresses are small restaurants that dedicate time, experience and passion to their cuisine. Il Vezzo is one of them. Just a stone's throw from the Mercato Centrale, in a warm and friendly atmosphere, it offers a menu of Florentine and Tuscan traditions to discover the freshness of the selected products and their incomparable aromas. Harmonious dishes for a balanced cuisine, a real tribute to the richness of the Tuscan land. The place is pleasant and tastefully decorated: a good compromise between elegance and Tuscan style!

A marriage between two travelling minds, Roberta and Oliver Betancourt, each with their own background and affinities. Chef Oliver, with passion and delicacy, transmits, in the creation of his recipes, his sensations and his know-how. His cuisine is a journey between Venezuela, his country of origin, France, Spain, Asian countries and of course Florence. Let's meet for a wonderful culinary experience! Dishes told by the owner, Roberta, who is also a sommelier, and who knows how to recommend the right wine. A contemporary cuisine rich in emotions.

This restaurant is located in Porto Ercole, on the croisette du port. A perfect position to enjoy the atmosphere of the place. Its terrace overlooks small boats and sailing boats... A romantic atmosphere in a simple, slightly retro context, with character and charm. The speciality is obviously fish, cooked in accordance with local tradition. A cuisine that favours raw materials and their freshness rather than elaborate recipes. The quality and abundance are there, as are the delicious desserts!

A privileged position for this place, in the heart of the historic center, a stone's throw from Palazzo Pitti, authentic in its cuisine, in its services and in its style. Warm and friendly as tradition dictates, it offers a journey to discover Tuscan recipes revisited by chef Luca Cai, such as lampredotto presented with modernity. Dishes that exude the freshness of the raw materials, where the chef expresses all his know-how and culinary passion. An explosion of aromas and flavors in every bite. Excellent wines!

This restaurant, with its pretty terrace, is located in the town's historic center, on Piazza della Badia, in front of the church. An address that has become an institution in Arezzo over the years for tortelli lovers! The menu offers a wide variety of tortelli to suit all tastes - a real delight! Their delicacy is the strong point of their reputation. The chef also offers the main recipes of the local tradition, with well-made and well-presented preparations. Don't miss the homemade cakes! A word of advice: book ahead.

The right gourmet address in Porto Santo Stefano. Its pretty setting with exposed stones gives the feeling of being at someone's house. All the more recommended if you want to change a little of the fish often served in the region. The menu gives pride of place to the dishes (more land than sea) typical of the Maremma, to the delicious fresh pasta. Some vegetarian options. A word of advice: save a small place for the cheese platter and/or dessert, especially if the irresistible panna cotta with marrons glacés is on the menu.

Opening a restaurant specialising in fish in Siena was a difficult but successful challenge. Philosophy: a simple cuisine with little elaboration to enhance the raw material and its freshness, combining it with seasonal vegetables and fruits, such as mushrooms or truffles. It is a real pleasure to see the dishes come out, well presented, with a touch of personal creativity. Nicoletta, the chef, manages to express herself as best she can through her recipes. Compliments, a real delight! An address to try.

A restaurant with a simple appearance, with its large terrace in a quiet corner of Bucine, but its gourmet and varied menu has continued to attract locals since it opened in 1988. Beautiful longevity, the boss watches over the grain daily. In addition to the beautiful ultra-thin pizzas, also to take away in the evening, the antipasto di mare (made of anchovies, grilled sardines and octopus) to share as a starter and then the pasta in all its forms are real successes. The attentive service and all the smiles finish convincing us.

Here's the latest offering from Fabio Picchi, a media-savvy chef who's been nurturing his gastronomic legend for over 40 years! With this small, sixteen-cover restaurant, he once again succeeds in making diners forget the classic Italian hors d'oeuvres. On the menu, an extrovert fusion cuisine that divinely juggles the best of Tuscan produce with spicy notes from the Far East. The Japanese-Korean duo at the helm of the kitchen take tradition on a brilliant journey.

This trattoria is located at the corner of the street that opens onto Piazza del Campo and Torre del Mangia, a prime location. A traditional address to taste typical dishes. A cuisine that does not seek a skilful elaboration but respects the authentic Tuscan recipes. A friendly and friendly atmosphere are at the rendezvous as the tradition of the trattorie requires. The room is small and warm, and we share the dining room with the kitchen where the chef prepares his dishes... it's like home!

This restaurant enjoys a privileged position on a hill in the centre of Siena. Its terrace has a magnificent view of the city and the cathedral: an ideal location for a souvenir photo! Contemplating this show with a delicious meal is a great experience. The cuisine is based on the tradition and freshness of local products for traditional recipes, much appreciated. To diversify the offer, pizza is also their specialty.

Value for money is undeniably one of the strong points of this address. The house philosophy is simple: tasty traditional Florentine dishes, with generous portions. For those who prefer pizzas, no disappointment: they're certainly among the best in the area. A simple, traditional atmosphere in a warm and friendly place, where the owner's warmth and friendliness reign supreme. A cuisine of character and authenticity, based on the freshness and quality of its raw materials. The terrace is best appreciated in fine weather.

A small restaurant in Sant'Ambrogio that rightly calls itself a bistro. The young team who run it enthusiastically propose their culinary philosophy based on the origin and quality of the raw materials, exclusively local. A cuisine that is by no means a prisoner of tradition, but which knows how to personalize its recipes for dishes with character and authentic aromas. A few well-cared-for tables in a cosy setting, just like its owners!

Not far from the Basilica of Santa Maria Novella, the Belcore restaurant is a reference point for discovering a delicate cuisine based in part on traditional Tuscan recipes. The experience in the choice and elaboration of the cooked products and the elegance in the realization of the dishes are the bases of its success, which make it a well known address in Florence. An experience built on the professionalism of the staff, in a comfortable and intimate place. Not to mention a well-stocked cellar that meets the needs of everyone.

Welcome to Nelly and Dimitri's, two enthusiasts of Elbo traditions. In the middle of the countryside, the small terrace welcomes you for a dinner with traditional flavours, accompanied by the excellent wine produced at the estate. Here the km 0 philosophy, from the land to the plate, triumphs: aromatic herbs, vegetables, olive oil and the famous pasta dell'Elba with durum wheat semolina, made by hand. It is exquisitely fresh and served with a smile. An address to entrust only to your friends.

Originally from the Naples area, Giovanni Santarpia has opened his pizza temple in Florence, a 15-minute walk from Porta Romana. A place that is worth the detour! A perfect combination of Neapolitan tradition and top quality ingredients. An arancino di mare (squid ink rice stuffed with shrimp and citrus) to start. Then the pizzas enter the scene. Margherita, Marinara, Caponatina... know how to choose. You should also know that this pizzeria is among the best in Italy!

La Cantina is a restaurant-pizzeria opened since 1980 in the former premises of the railway company. You can enjoy the terrace but also the vaulted room, very pleasant. At lunch and dinner, you can choose between meat, fish or a delicious pizza. After the meal, it would be almost criminal not to try the variety of pastries and desserts that are prepared here according to traditional recipes. All dishes can be accompanied by a wine selected from the wide range of wines offered by the cellar of the establishment.

An address that marries the exclusivity of the place and its cuisine. Located on the edge of the white sandy beach, Eaté offers a culinary journey to discover the Tuscan tradition and its best dishes. A know-how that relies on its creativity, its fantasy and its mastery to best execute its recipes. An explosion of aromas and flavors that satisfies the most discerning palates. A cuisine that respects its origins without renouncing to modernity for the pleasure of the guests! An excellent selection of wines accompanies it all.