I TRIPPAIO DI SAN FREDIANO
Read moreIf Venice has its canals, Florence has its guts!In the piazza dei Nerli, in the continuity of the Amerigo Vespucci bridge, you will be able to experience real "street food" Florentine style! Yes, the sbucciato is undoubtedly THE traditional Florentine sandwich, made of tripe(lampredotto)with a choice of salsa verde or picante. Run by two well-known figures in the San Frediano district, this little stand is a must-try for those who love authenticity!
ALL’ANTICO VINAIO
Read moreIn the heart of Florence, near Piazza della Signoria, a passage is required in this place founded in the 1960s. The sandwiches in this osteria are legendary! The local bread, schiacciata, is garnished with the ingredients of your choice (the selection is vast: cheeses, sausages, vegetables, homemade creams such as those with truffles or artichokes). Be creative! Otherwise, choose the best-seller: the Favolosa. Some even say that if you didn't go to All'Antico Vinaio, you didn't really go to Florence.
NERBONE
Read moreA solid Florentineinstitution. The address has existed since 1872... It is one of Florence's most popular tables for quick meals, located on the ground floor of the Mercato Centrale. Lampredotto, trippa alla fiorentina, panino con bollito (boiled beef sandwich, dipped in gravy just before being served), pasta, salads, vegetables, or even small dishes, at an unbeatable price in the area. A word of advice: in summer, try to get there before noon, because then the place is crowded. A culinary experience to do!
FOCACCERIA PUGI
Read moreOpened in 1925, this small establishment is an institution for those who want to have a quick bite to eat with the excellent schiacciata (focaccia), one of the Florentine specialties. Also available for a little hunger: pizzas (including the delicious pizza bianca with mushrooms), paninis, a wide variety of breads and pastries... An ideal stop for those on a budget, in a charming square not far from the Galleria dell'Accademia, north of the San Giovanni neighborhood. The prices are very reasonable and the products are of good quality!
GOLDEN VIEW OPEN BAR
Read moreThis café welcomes its guests in a contemporary atmosphere, all in glass and white lacquered furniture. It is very pleasant to take a refreshing break when the temperature rises, or to sip a cocktail at aperitivo time, from 6:30 pm, accompanied by a buffet. You can also enjoy a nice view of the Arno and Ponte Vecchio through the high windows of the room. The house makes good little sandwiches. The restaurant part, at the end, is more expensive and not necessarily worth it.
CANTINETTA DEI VERRAZZANO
Read moreWhether you want to flatter your taste buds with sweet or savoury ingredients, this is one of the best rustic addresses in the Tuscan capital. Undoubtedly the place to enjoy wonderful pastries, melting focaccias, delicious sandwiches with a glass of wine at the counter or in a small elegant room. However, you have to be patient, there are often crowds. Everything here comes from the famous Verrazzano estate, located near Greve in Chianti.
ISTANBUL DONER KEBAB
Read moreFast food is rare enough in the Santa Croce neighborhood that this kebab is worth noting, especially since their sandwiches are always fresh. Two meats are available, usually chicken and veal. Something to eat in a hurry and for less money.
I FRATELLINI
Right in the heart of Florence, even if there's often a queue, this iconic ...Read more