Eating in Florence like a Local

Eating in Florence like a Local

Florence is FULL of amazing restaurants, but you need to know where to go. As someone who lives in Florence, it's my job to make sure you eat well during your travels, so save this guide to make sure you eat like a local, instead of ending up at a tourist trap during your time in Florence. Featuring: 64 restaurants, pizzerie, gelateria shops, pastry shops/bakeries and wine bars and always updating!
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In my opinion there are SOOO many better restaurants than All'Antico Vanaio, Trattoria ZaZa, and Osteria Santo Spirito. These are 3 places that come up again and again for tourists/study abroad students, and no hate to them, but there are so many OTHER places to try that (in my opinion) are better and more worthwhile. 

Trattoria Pallottino
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This place is small and quaint, but so full of love in their food. Delicious items, that change seasonally, with fair prices! It feels like you're at a family's house.
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Osteria de' Peccatori
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Osteria de Peccatori is one of the few places that does not close during the day, which makes it a great spot to come and enjoy some small bites or an aperitivo with drinks. Their Salsiccia e Stracchino Crostini is to die for, or enjoy a classic bruschetta. Or the true favorite, their homemade focaccia all'olio with a Spritz is the perfect way to enjoy a pause in your day. For lunch or dinner enjoy a delicious pizza or try their fresh pasta, especially the Pappardelle alla norcina or a ragu.
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Cantinetta Cavour
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Here, I HIGHLY recommend trying the Bistecca alla Fiorentina, the Florentine steak. Try it the traditional way, "al-sangue" or rare and TRUST me when I say it's perfect.
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Trattoria Sergio Gozzi
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Only open for lunch, and closed on Sundays.
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Trattoria Cammillo
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Trattoria Anita
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You will feel like you are at an Italian mamma's home when you dine here. For lunch they offer a great and affordable Menu of the Day option, with Tuscan staples. And for dinner they have a larger menu. Closed on Sundays.
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Club culinario toscano da Osvaldo
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Ciao! My name is Danielle and I'm a Californian from San Diego, who's been living full time in Florence, Italy since 2020. I studied in Florence in 2016 and absolutely fell in love with the food, culture, and history, and made it my mission to move back. I moved right before the pandemic, and staying here through all the lockdowns and pandemic life really helped me discover slow travel and find all of Italy's beauty, including lesser known gems, and off the beaten path travel spots. During my three years in Florence, I have wrote for publications like The Florentine, done freelance marketing with restaurants and a travel agency, giving me high insight into the best destinations, foodie spots, and more. I am here to help you make the most of your vacation in Italy with curated itineraries for every type of traveler and digital maps to help you enjoy THE BEST food each region has to offer. Let me do the work so you can just relax and enjoy, without any stress! I've had a very unique experience living in Italy the last 4 years, as I made my official move right before the pandemic, after visiting for years. Because of this I learned to travel locally and deeply throughout the numerous incredible destinations in Italy and for that I cater my travel services to finding the most local and mindful experiences, keeping true to discovering and appreciating Italy's culture.
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