37 x The Best Local Restaurants in Florence

Explore the best local restaurants in Florence. From authentic Italian cuisine to international flavors, our Spotters have discovered the best places for every food lover. Try Il Vecchio E Il Mare for the best pizza in the city, savor fresh seafood at Burro & Acciughe or enjoy delicious Korean dishes at Gangnam. Discover these and many more local favorites for a delicious dining experience in Florence.

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37 Hidden Gems

Serre Torrigiani

A bistrot in a private garden

"Serre Torrigiani" is a private garden that hosts a bar and a bistrot in Florence. The noble family still owns the villa & manages the bistros to this day!

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Laura

Scala

Sep 11, 2025

Il Vecchio E Il Mare

Best Pizza In Florence?

Their pizzas are nothing short of incredible, thanks to a carefully crafted dough left to rise for 36 hours. But remember to save room for dessert!

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Matilde

Ceseri

Aug 16, 2025

Babae

A restaurant with a "buchetta del vino"

"Babae" in Florence is a restaurant with an ancient 'buchetta del vino', a traditional wine window used to offer wine to wayfarers. It's beautiful inside!

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Laura

Scala

Aug 13, 2025

Burro & Acciughe

The best fish in Florence

"Burro & Acciughe" in Florence is a place to experience some of the best fish in the city. Their bread and butter and anchovies are just amazing...

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Laura

Scala

Aug 9, 2025

Banki Ramen

Italian ramen bar

Everybody knows "Banki Ramen" in Florence. This Japanese/Italian restaurant seems really cheap, as if stuck in the '80s, but the food wins everyone over!

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Laura

Scala

Aug 9, 2025

Birreria Il Bovaro

The only beer made in Florence

"Birreria Il Bovaro" is the only bar/brewery in Florence where they make their own beer and sell it on tap, so it holds a special place in my heart...

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Francesco

Cipriani

Aug 9, 2025

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